Heath Carruth
Teaching Pastor/Associate Pastor-Students
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Heath received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Studies from North Greenville College in 1999. He came to Cross Roads in May 1998 after serving as a youth ministry intern at his home church (Bethlehem Baptist Church, Roebuck) for 2 years. Heath is passionate about seeing students come to find Freedom when they receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior. He enjoys watching the spiritual transformation in student’s lives as they move from being a middle school student to becoming a high school graduate. He loves spending time and intentionally building stronger relationships with his adult leaders and students to help disciple them. He loves spending time with his family. He also enjoys Clemson Tigers football, golf, fishing, coaching football, and hanging out with students. Heath is married to Lacey Doughty Carruth and they have two daughters, Olivia and Claire
Brandon Collins
Worship Leader
Brandon Collins joined the staff of Cross Roads in November of 2023. Brandon is an award-winning composer, songwriter, musician, and performer. He has written and composed for One Republic, LaRue, We are Messengers, Phil Wickham, and the Newsboys. We are excited to have him as he leads our choir, ensemble, and student band.
Ashley McClain
Weekday Ministries Administrator
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Ashley has a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. She has taught preschool for over 20 years and has been a member of Cross Roads Baptist church since 1996. She is passionate about children and introducing them to the Savior at an early age. She wants to help children get a jump start to a great education. Ashley believes that a successful future hinges on a relationship with Jesus. Outside of weekday preschool and church, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married to her husband Ken for over 20 years and has two boys, Andy and Bryant. Ashley loves to play games and is a little competitive! God has blessed her with a great family and church. She considers it a true blessing to be able to do what she is passionate about every day.
Janice Slough
Financial Assistant
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Janice has been a member of Cross Roads Baptist since 1971. She has been ministry assistant (aka secretary) for 34 years with almost 30 years as financial secretary. She and her husband, Richard, have been married for 50 years.
Steve Ford
Facilities Manager
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Steve joined our staff family in January 2024. He is married to his wife, Amy and they have two girls. Steve has experience working with other church facilities and is a pastor’s kid himself.