Our Leadership
REVEREND NATHAN SMITH
Senior Pastor
Nathan first came to Center Cross Baptist Church in June of 2022. He earned his B.A. in Christian Ministry with minors in Pastoral Studies and Worship Leadership from Piedmont Baptist College (now Carolina University). With more than 10 years experience, he has served as a minister, associate pastor, interim pastor, and senior pastor. Nathan is happily married to Erica and has two young children.
LEVERETTE STRIDER
Music Director
Leverette has been a faithful member of Center Cross Baptist Church all his life. He leads music, cleans and maintains the building and grounds, teaches Sunday School, and so much more. Leverette dearly loves his wife, Brenda. They have children, grandchildren, and a great-grandchild in the church!
KEVIN AND BRITTANY PARKER
Youth Ministry Directors
Kevin and Brittany have been leading the teenage ministry for over 10 years. They plan fun events, mission events, and service events for the church's youth. They teach the teenagers on Sunday evenings, take them to camp, and organize the Christmas program. Kevin and Brittany love their three kids: Karleigh, Kellsie, and Kason.