Bro. David began serving Southcrest in September, 1988. He married Laura on July 8, 1978. They have three children: Rachel Patterson (husband, Steven) lives in Athens, Texas where Steven is the Contemporary Worship leader at First Baptist Church. They are parents to Ellie born in March, 2008. Josh (wife, Becca) lives in Nashville, Tennessee, where he is a songwriter and performing artist for Sparrow Records. Amy Jones (husband, Brian) graduate of Hardin-Simmons University, lives in Ft. Worth and works for Southwestern Seminary.

Pastor David holds degrees in Religion from Ouachita Baptist University (1977), Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (1980) and a Doctor of Ministry from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (1989).

He loves to hunt and fish and always appreciates the opportunity to try new places. Click Here to view Pastor's Video

Jerry Wilson began serving Southcrest in May, 2000. He and his wife, Nadell, were married December 19,1954. They have three married children, nine grandchildren (6 girls and 3 boys), and one great granddaughter.

Bro. Jerry holds degrees in Religion from Howard Payne University, Brownwood, Texas (1955) and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas (l963). Previously he served three churches as pastor: First Baptist Church, Zehpyr, Texas (2 years); South Prong Baptist Church, Waxahachie, Texas (8 years); and West Side Baptist Church, El Dorado, Arkansas (35 years).

He loves fishing, hunting, visiting, napping, and meeting new people.

Jerry and his family joined the pastoral team of Southcrest in August of 2008. Jerry has served in ministry for the last 24 years. During that time he has ministered at churches and Baptist state conventions in Texas, Colorado, and California. Most recently, Jerry served as worship leader and pastor of multi-site venues for Shadow Mountain Community Church and Turning Point Television with Dr. David Jeremiah in El Cajon, California.

Jerry and his wife Sally celebrated 20 years of marriage in June of 2008. They are the blessed parents of two beautiful daughters. Arianna is a senior and Sarah-Brooke is a sophomore. They both attend Coronado High School.

Jerry earned his bachelor of music degree from East Texas Baptist University, a Master of Arts in religion/worship studies from Liberty University, a master of religious studies and a master of arts in Biblical studies from Southern California Seminary and a doctorate of education specialist in educational leadership from Liberty University.

Jerry has completed two solo recordings and has been involved in numerous other compilations over the years.

Jerry's life verse is Romans 12:1-2.

Ken is serving Southcrest for the second time as Associate Pastor of Education and Administration. He served for five years with Southcrest, prior to traveling with Pastor Wilson to Nashville for three years.

The church invited Ken to rejoin the staff when Pastor David came back to Lubbock and he accepted the invitation. He has now been on staff at Southcrest for over 8 years.

Ken married Patsy on July 7, 1967 in Skellytown, TX where he and Patsy were raised.

Ken & Patsy have four children and 7 grandchildren: Shane, married to Cassie, who lives in Paducah, Ky and their children, Joshua & Mekenna; Chris, who went to heaven at the age of 2 years; Brandon, married to Sheri, who lives in San Antonio, and their children, Emma Kate, Christian & Ella; Kendra, married to Frank Wiggins, who lives in Montgomery, TX, and their children, Ethan and Sara.

Ken has been in the ministry for 35+ years and was Ordained in 1975.

Education: White Deer High School Frank Phillips College - 1969- Assoc in Arts Wayland Baptist University - 1971 - BS Southwestern Baptist Seminary - 1976 - Master of Religious Education Master of Arts

Keith began serving Southcrest in September, 2007.

He married Karen Potts on May 15, 1992. They have two children: Abigail and Michael. Keith has served for over 12 years as a collegiate minister through BSM and the local church.

Keith holds a BS degree from Texas Tech 1992 and a Masters of Divinity degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary 1998.

He loves to hunt and any chance to be in the outdoors.

June 5, 1971 married Toni Johnson. Toni was a member of Southcrest as a child and youth. They have two daughters, Donna and Tammy. They also have six granddaughters, Britni, Courtni, Ashtyn, Kaylee, Kaitlyn, and Kyndal.

Jerry Graduated from Texas Tech with a B.A. in 1972 then attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity then Luther Rice Seminary with a Doctor of Ministry.

Jerry and Toni have had ministry experience in four churches and was appointed by the North American Mission Board as missionaries to Boise, Idaho.

Jerry has been involved in 7 countries with the International missions.

Some of Jerry's hobbies include hunting, fishing (especially trout), and reading.

I have the awesome opportunity of serving Southcrest for the second time. The first time for eight years and at the present we have been here since May. I truly love the chance to serve the young families as well as the children's ministries here. I am blessed to be supported by Debra, my wife of 33 years. We have two children, Clayton and his sweet wife Kasi and Amy Noel both of Lubbock. We have three wonderful Grand children Tyler, Sadler, and Georgia.

It has been more than an adventure to serve God for over twenty years, while working with students, children and their parents. I am forever learning that I can never out give my heavenly Father and the blessing of His ministries. I have a few hobbies but none that give me more pleasure than being with my family.

John has served at Southcrest for over 18 years. He was widowed in September of 2008.

John has three Godly sons with three Godly wives: Troy and Jennifer - Lubbock, Texas; Paul and Staci - San Angelo, Texas; Ryan and Alison - Lubbock, Texas

Education: B.M. Cum Laude Vocal Wayland Baptist University B.M.E. Music Education Wayland Baptist University

John was Minister of Music at Southcrest Baptist Church for 17 years as Minister of Music and has now taken on the responsibility for Media. This includes the Television programs on two national affiliates. Video productions for worship, advertising and in-house publicity. We also help with the publicity for the Church

Brandon came to know Jesus Christ at age 11 at First Baptist Church of Glen St. Mary, Florida, where he grew up and also sensed God's call to pastoral ministry. He has served as youth minister at Greenwood Baptist Church, Greenwood Florida, and Central Baptist Church, Itasca, Texas (Go Wampus Cats!).

Brandon earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from the Baptist College of Florida, Graceville, Florida in 2007. He then earned a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas in 2010.

Some of Brandon's favorite things include hanging out with people of all generations, beating on drums, strumming a guitar, preaching, sports and fruit. Brandon knows that God has called him to build healthy relationships with others to lead them to an intimate relationship with Christ utilizing the Bible, prayer and families. Brandon is currently single but plans to be married to a Florida gal within a year!