Wayne Hill - Lead Pastor

​Wayne is a native of Southaven, Mississippi and a graduate of Southaven High School. He received a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies from Blue Mountain College and a Master of Divinity from Memphis Theological Seminary. Wayne spent eighteen years in youth ministry before becoming a lead pastor. He and his wife, Geri, have one child, AnnaBeth. She is married to her best friend, Oliver, and they have one child, Jude Charles. Wayne has been the Lead Pastor since Crossroads Church was formed in 2017. 

Patrick Shappley - Associate Pastor

Patrick is a native of Memphis, TN but is currently living in Coldwater, MS. He received an Associate Degree of Applied Science at the Community College of the Air Force. Patrick currently works in communications. He is married to his best friend, April. Patrick has a passion for people, specifically calling men to step into and fulfill their role as a son of God. He has been on staff since 2020. 

Jonathon Smith - Worship Pastor

​Jonathon, originally from Enterprise, MS, resides in Southaven, MS with his wife, Chelsea, his daughter, Hannah June, and pups, Rory and Duke. He is an alumnus of Delta State University and has a B.S. in Entertainment Industry Studies focusing on Audio Engineering. Music plays a vital role in Jonathon’s life. He played in Enterprise’s band and served in the worship band at the church he grew up in. Those experiences shaped him into the worship leader he is today.  He has been on staff since 2021. 

Geri Hill - Student Ministry Director

​​Geri is from Alcorn County and is a Biggersville High School graduate. Geri earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science and English from Blue Mountain College. She has a Master of Science in Communication from Mississippi College. Geri is the Community Outreach Coordinator for DeSoto County Schools. She is married to Wayne. They have one child (AnnaBeth), a son-in-law (Oliver) and a grandson (Jude). Geri has been on staff since 2019.

Chelsea Smith - Worship & Creative Director

​Chelsea is a Hernando High School graduate, holds a graphic design degree from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and has a background in music production. Chelsea's passion for worship began at an early age. She led worship with her youth praise team when she was in middle and high school. This passion has grown with her into her adult years. Chelsea is married to Jonathon and is the mommy to Hannah June and her two dogs, Rory and Duke. She has been on staff since 2019.

Renee Holley - Children's Ministry Director

Renee is from Hernando, MS and is a graduate of Hernando High School. She earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Nursing from Northwest MS Community College. Renee has been a nurse at The West Clinic for the past 20 years. She is married to the love of her life, Chad, and they have three grown daughters (Lauren, Katelyn, and Brittany), three son-in-laws (Ben, Hunter, and Thomas), and four grandchildren (Eli, Michael, Cooper, and Esther). In her spare time she loves to be surrounded by her family (especially her grandchildren), quiet time on the farm, and crafting. She joined our staff in 2021.  

Angel Killen

Angel Killen, originally from Neshoba County, MS, resides in Hernando, MS with her husband, Ashton, and their two daughters, Paisleigh and Kaydence. She is a Certified Pharmacy Technician, but currently practices full time as a Licensed Cosmetologist who focuses on the integrity of women’s hair while achieving desired goals. In her spare time, Angel enjoys leading teenagers to know who God is and what it means to be a follower of Christ. She has been on staff since 2022.