In honor of Pastor Appreciation Month, following are some “thank-you”s from Mississippi churches to their pastors. Don’t see your pastor on these pages? Tell your church to contact us next fall!
Anderson United Methodist Church, Jackson
A pastor is greatly appreciated when he has the unique ability to communicate his spirituality with integrity, humility, vulnerability, and vision. Our pastors are uniquely suited to lead while exhibiting these qualities. Their commitment to spiritual growth for our congregation embodies the vision of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Compassion and harmony of their words and deeds are paramount to the development and spiritual growth of a vibrant body of faith. Our pastors are Moving Forward and All In. To God be the glory.
Christ United Jackson
We are grateful that Pastor Brad Goad answered when the Spirit called him to Christ United! His grace and compassion inspire us all. Through his faith-driven leadership, we grow closer to God and one another. We’re truly blessed by his guidance and service-oriented heart. Thank you for all you do!
CityHeart Church, Jackson
Pastors Kevin and Andrea Reid, you are amazing pastors who are people of integrity with hearts passionate for reaching the lost and shepherding the flock. Thank you for all the ways you go above and beyond, till the soil, and foster spiritual growth for everyone at CityHeart. We honor you both!
Crosspoint Community Church, Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg’s Crosspoint Church feels blessed to have Wes Register as lead pastor. Wes is a faithful and inspiring communicator of biblical truth. He models what it means to love and lead like Jesus. Pastor Wes holds a B.A. and MBA from William Carey University and an M.Div. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married to the former Nicole Walker of Clinton.
Nicole earned two degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi, where she was awarded the title of “Miss USM” by the faculty, administration, and student body. She is a speech language pathologist for the Oak Grove school system. Together, Wes and Nicole are raising a son to be a spiritual champion and leading Crosspoint to glorify Jesus throughout the Pine Belt.
The Crosspoint fellowship is deeply thankful for Pastor Wes Register!
Fondren Church, Jackson
Robert, Fondren Church is deeply blessed to have you as our faithful pastor. Thank you for everything that you do to serve our congregation, lead our church, and build a place where the only thing that counts is faith expressed in love. We love you, RG!
Foundry Church, Flowood and Vicksburg
At Foundry Church, we are deeply grateful for our founding and lead pastor, Elijah Friedeman. Since 2017, Pastor Elijah has led us in our mission to live and love like Jesus. His vision has created a welcoming space for the unchurched while emphasizing authentic community and meaningful discipleship.
Pastor Elijah’s dedication and belief in Foundry’s mission continue to encourage us, and we look forward to new opportunities for connection, service, and spiritual development under his guidance.
Thank you, Pastor Elijah, for your vision and commitment. Your impact resonates throughout our community, inspiring us to embody the teachings of Jesus in our daily lives. Together, we are eager to see what God has in store for Foundry Church as we move forward in faith!
Parkway Baptist Church, Clinton
Scott Lucky has been our senior pastor for two years. Our congregation has been blessed by his service, his family, and his commitment to faithfully living out the calling God has put on his life. We are thankful God has provided us with a pastor who models the qualifications outlined in scripture.
From his public preaching ministry down to his individual counseling, he exemplifies the heart of a shepherd who seeks to serve the sheep. In his role, our pastor seeks to the best of his abilities to follow in the footsteps of the Great Shepherd (Hebrews 13:20). He supports this ministry in his personal walk by setting an example of Christlike obedience and inviting us to imitate him as he imitates Christ. (Hebrews 13:7, 1 Corinthians 11:1).
Word of Life Church (multiple locations)
Pastors Joel and Peppi Sims, we are beyond grateful for your Spirit-led leadership at Word of Life Church. Your humility, compassion, integrity, and unwavering faithfulness shine brightly, both on and off the platform. You are truly a gift, not only to our Word of Life family but to countless leaders and believers across the globe. We are deeply thankful for the many times you’ve said yes to God’s plan, guiding us with love and wisdom. We look forward with anticipation to what the Lord has in store. We love and honor you both — our church wouldn’t be the same without you.