Kyle is married to Caroline Sullivan and together they have two sons (Asher and John) and one daughter (Grace). He has a B.A. in Bible and Theology from Southeastern Bible College, and an M.Div. from Beeson Divinity School. He is currently pursuing a D.Min. in Expository Preaching and Strategic Leadership from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Kyle has been serving SBC churches since 2012, and as Senior Pastor at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church since July of 2021.

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Staff Q&A

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What is your favorite hobby?

I enjoy golf, Alabama football, Alabama basketball, and Atlanta Braves baseball. However, my favorite hobby is spending time with my family.

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Where is your favorite place to vacation?

I love the beach. We try to go at least once per year.

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What is your favorite Bible verse?

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” – Ephesians 2:8

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How many countries have you visited?

I have been to Cairo, Egypt and Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

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What is your favorite time of year?

Summer-Fall. A beach bum naturally loves the warmer weather.

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Paul is married to  Caroline and they have two children, Hunter (his wife, Meghan) and Hanna Cate. He has a deep conviction that worship is a 24/7/365 exercise. Paul attended Liberty University where he majored in Religious Studies.  In addition, he is a classically trained vocalist. Paul has been serving at PRBC since June of 2021. 

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Staff Q&A

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Do you have any pets?

We have three dogs, two golden retrievers and a teddy bear schnoodle. 

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What is your favorite hobby or hobbies? 

My favorite hobbies include Golf, Ultimate Frisbee, and Sightseeing. 

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What is your favorite Bible verse? 

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6

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What types of movies do you enjoy? 

I like action/adventure movies and comedies. 

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Jake is married to Natasha, and together they have two children, Cristian and Elisabeth. Jake has a degree from Southeastern Bible College in Bible and Theology and an M.Div from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has been serving at PRBC since January 2018. 

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Staff Q&A

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Where is your favorite place to vacation? 

I love camping in the mountains while hunting and/or fly fishing.

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What is the best thing about being at PRBC? 

Spending time with students. I love getting the opportunities to build relationships and disciple our students in God's Word. It brings nothing but joy seeing a student understand faith and how it practically works out in life. Doctrine is an extremely crucial part of one's faith in Christ. When students are discipled with these things in mind it produces a passion for God's Word and pursuit of the Great Commission.

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Do you have any pets?

I have a dog and two children.

How many countries have you visited? 

I've been to two countries.  

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Bridget is married to Josh, and together they have four children, Riley, Reagan, Avery, and Carter. She is currently pursuing a degree in early childhood education at Jefferson State. She has been serving in this role since August of 2021, and the preschool in general since August of 2018.

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Staff Q&A

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What is your favorite hobby or hobbies? 

My favorite hobby is cheering on my children in whatever activity they are doing at the moment. 

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Do you have any pets? 

I have two dogs and two cats. 

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What is your favorite place to vacation? 

The beach is where I love to vacation, but I am happy anywhere as long as I am with my family. 

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What is your favorite Bible verse? 

"Be strong and courageous, don't be terrified or afraid of them. For it is the Lord your God who goes with you; He will not leave you or forsake you." - Deuteronomy 31:6

Cheryl began her service here in 1993. She has two children, Christina (and husband, Jeff) and Brad (and wife, Faith). As of 2000, after 7 years of service in different capacities, Cheryl has served as the Executive Ministry Assistant at PRBC. She has held many other roles, including in student ministry, drama and puppet teams, and at church events.  

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Staff Q&A

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What is your favorite hobby or hobbies? 

I like photography, painting, and doing crafts. 

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What is your favorite place to vacation? 

I love the beach. 

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What is the best thing about being at PRBC? 

The people! Pleasant Ridge is like having a big family! 

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What types of movies do you enjoy? 

I like 'chick-flicks', Hallmark movies, and Marvell. 

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What is your favorite Bible verse? 

"The Lord is my rock and my fortress and deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." - Psalm 18:2

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Jennifer is married to Daniel, and together they have two children, Jamison and Fletcher. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice and has served as the publicity and print assistant at PRBC since December of 2019. 

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Staff Q&A

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Where is your favorite place to vacation? 

I love Helen, GA. 

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What is the best thing about being at PRBC? 

This is my home church. I've grown up here and I love that my children have the same opportunity. 

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Do you have any pets?

I have three dogs, many chickens, and a snake. 

What types of movies do you enjoy? 

I like comedies and thrillers. 

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What is your favorite hobby or hobbies? 

I like reading and traveling. 

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Helen is a life-long member of PRBC and has worked in the church office for over half a century. She volunteers her time to serve and assist the staff of PRBC. 

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Staff Q&A

What is your favorite Bible verse? 

"If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land." - 2 Chronicles 7:14

How many countries have you visited? 

I have been to 50 countries. 

What is your favorite hobby or hobbies? 

I like to read. 

What is the best thing about being at PRBC? 

The love of the people. 

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