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
Kristin Bembry
FAMILY 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
CREATIVE PASTOR
Josh has been in full-time ministry for 12 years and has 17 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 three Children: Adalyn, Karoline, and William.
e: josh@theporchcc.com
Zachary Guillot
Worship Leader
This is Zachary’s first position in ministry. Having been involved in music since the age of 10, his love for worship has been the guide for his position of leadership and fellowship today.
Zachary earned his BM in Music Performance from Valdosta State University in 2020. He is joined by his wife, Danielle, who is also serves on the worship team. They partnered with the church in July of 2023
e: zachary@theporchcc.com
Ministry Staff
David Lee
Sound Engineer
George Arnold
Building & Grounds
Elder Board
Chairperson:
Chris Smith
Secretary:
Sheila Roberts
Finance Team:
Don Lockart
Personnel & Interim Financials:
Jodi Feathers
Finance Team:
Wes Sewell
Personnel:
Justin Haskins
Outreach Team:
Katie Reagan
Vice-Chairperson:
Rev. Shannon Patterson