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 for8 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 9 years and has 13years 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
Jonathan & Taylor Crowell
Connections Pastors
Jonathan and Taylor are the newest additions to the staff at The Porch. This is their first time serving in a pastoral role, but they have been actively serving in churches for a combined 15+ years. Taylor earned her B.S. in early childhood education. Jonathan has served in the military for 7 years. They have one son, Peyton.
e:connections@theporchcc.com