I am deeply grateful and excited to serve as the Pastor of Crossroads Community Church. It is a humbling privilege to shepherd God’s people and to walk alongside this church as we seek to experience the “more” Christ has for us. 

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I grew up in North Carolina and was raised in church, where my faith and love for ministry first began. It was also in church that I met my wife, Shelby, as we served together in ministry—something that continues to shape both our lives and our calling.

At a pivotal moment in my life, I had a powerful encounter with God where He clearly called me to preach His Word. Since then, that calling has led me to complete Bible college at Regent University, work full-time while pursuing ministry, serve as a youth pastor for two years, and now step into the incredible privilege of pastoring Crossroads Community Church.

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My wife, Shelby, and I have been married since March of 2022. Together we have a son, Jericho Courage (we call him “JC”), and another little one on the way! Our family is one of my greatest joys, and I also love a good game of basketball whenever I can find the time.

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If you ever have questions, need prayer, or would simply like to connect, I would love to hear from you. You can reach me at phorne00@gmail.com.

Payton Horne