Kent Shepherd
Senior Pastor
Bro. Kent has served at Southside since November 2025. Kent and his wife, Kristen, have two sons, Kaden and Karson. He has faithfully served in pastoral ministry for over two decades across Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. He graduated from Blue Mountain Christian University and earned his Master of Divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Kent is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Gavin Norris
Student Pastor
Bro. Gavin joined our staff in May 2026. He and his wife, Haley, have one child, Evelyn. They have a deep heart for missions and for sharing Jesus' love. Gavin is pursuing a Master of Divinity at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
Open POSITION
Worship and Education Pastor
Southside is currently seeking a full-time Worship & Education Pastor.
RENEE STOUGH
Ministry Assistant/ Secretary
Renee has served at Southside since 2011.
MICQUE MARION
Children’s Ministry Director
Micque has served at Southside since 2026.
BELINDA ARY
PRESCHOOL MINISTRY DIRECTOR
Belinda has served as director at Southside since 2025.
Jeanene Hindman
Keyboardist
Jeanene has served at Southside since 1970.
deann Taylor
Pianist
DeAnn has served at Southside since 2012.
Tammy Bailey
Van Coordinator
Tammy has served at Southside since 2010.