Pastoral Staff
Shannon Patterson
LEAD PASTOR
Shannon has been in full-time ministry since 1999. In 2002, Shannon founded The Porch ministry and she has been the lead teaching pastor for over 20 years. Shannon earned her B.A. in Public Relations from Oklahoma City University and her Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. Shannon is married to Drew and they have one daughter: Mallory.
e: shannon@theporchcc.com
Justin Crenshaw
STUDENT & WORSHIP PASTOR
Justin has served in ministry as a worship pastor and student pastor for over 21 years as well as a social worker and counselor for 9 years. Justin earned his B.A. in Sociology & Anthropology from Valdosta State University. Justin is married to Allison and they have three children: Carson, Colbie, and Camryn.
e: justin@theporchcc.com
Kristin Bembry
KIDS PASTOR & ADMINISTRATOR
Kristin has been in full-time ministry for 9 years and has over 15 years of experience in education and church work. Kristin earned her B.S in Education in Communication Disorders from Valdosta State University. Kristin is married to Ross and they have two sons: Ben David and Grant.
e: kristin@theporchcc.com
Joshua Harrell
MEDIA PASTOR
Josh has been in full-time ministry for 10 years and has 15 years of experience in production and tech. Josh earned his B.F.A in Mass Media from Valdosta State University. Josh is married to Kara and they have two daughters: Adalyn and Karoline.
e: josh@theporchcc.com
Ministry Staff
David Lee
Sound Engineer
George Arnold
Building & Grounds
Elder Board
Chairperson:
Chris Smith
Secretary:
Sheila Roberts
Treasurer:
Jami Rich
Finance Team:
Don Lockart
Personnel:
Jodi Feathers
Finance Team:
Wes Sewell
Personnel:
Justin Haskins
Outreach Team:
Katie Reagan
Vice-Chairperson:
Rev. Shannon Patterson