Staff
Dr. Robby Foster
Senior Pastor
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THE GEORGIA BAPTIST CONVENTION ELECTED
DR. ROBBY FOSTER TO BE THE 2018 GBC PRESIDENT.
Family Information: Married to Laura Foster. We have two children: Tiffany and son-in-law Keith, and son Josh and daughter-in-law Morgan. We also have two granddaughters named Ella-Grace & Ansleigh and a grandson named Graham.
Education: Management Degree
Gainesville College/ Lanier Tech
Christian Ministry
GBBI/ Truett McConnell
Masters Christian Ministry
Southwest Bible College: Seminary
Doctorate Christian Ministries
Southwest Bible College: Seminary
Life Verse: Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
The University of Georgia
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
At the golf course
What I love most about Northside is:
I love the body of Christ at Northside and the opportunity to minister and fellowship with God's wonderful people.
Family Information: Married to Cara
Education: Truett McConnell University
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies 2014
Life Verse:
Hebrews 12:2 "Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
North Carolina Tarheels
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
Spending time with my wife.
Family Bio: Married to Morgan
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Christian Studies
Concentration in Missions from Truett-McConnell College.
Life Verse:
And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28 NASB
If I'm watching sports, I'm cheering for:
The University of Georgia Bulldogs
If I'm not at church, you can usually find me:
Spending time with Morgan, spending time with family, playing golf, or having fellowship.
What I love most about Northside is:
The opportunity to use the gifts that God has given me to strengthen the body of Christ.
Dr. Chris Sanchez
Administration Pastor
E-Mail:
Website: www.chris-sanchez.com
Twitter: @DrChrisSanchez
Family Information: Married to Melisa Sanchez since July 1998. We have two children: Joshua and Hannah
Education
National-Louis University
Master of Business Administration (Finance)
Keller Graduate School of Management
Master of Religious Education
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary
Doctor of Education
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
University of the Cumberlands
Life Verse: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 ESV
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
The University of Georgia Bulldogs and Liberty University Flames
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
Spending time with my family and friends, reading a book, or at the golf course
What I love most about Northside is:
I love the way we welcome people into the Northside family!
Dr. Gary Woods
Senior Adult Pastor
E-Mail:
Family Information: Married to Dorothy with one child, Dana and son-in-law Larry, one granddaughter, Winter Grace
Education: Bachelor of Science
Mercer University
Doctor of Optometry
Southern College of Optometry
Life Verse: Isaiah 6:8 "Also I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?' Then I said, 'Here am I! Send me."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
The University of Georgia
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
At home reading, studying, or napping
What I love most about Northside is:
The loving, friendly attitude and Christian spirit exhibited by everyone
Family Information: Married to her husband, Luke Voigt, and they have a daughter, Kinsley Voigt.
Education:
Life Verse:
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If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
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Family Information: Married to Justin Hancock with four girls, Jenna Blake, Skylar, Gracin, and Addie Rae.
Education: Wiregrass Technical College
Life Verse: Matthew 19:26 “But Jesus looked at them and said to them, ‘With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’”
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
The Georgia Bulldogs
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
At home enjoying my family or shopping.
What I love most about Northside is:
Growing up at Northside and seeing changes in the church and now having the opportunity to serve the church as a staff member.
Family Information: I am happily married to my husband, Eddy, and we have two amazing little boys, Jake and Caleb.
Education: Bachelor of Fine Art in Art
Valdosta State University
Life Verse: Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
My boys or the University of Georgia! GO DAWGS!
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
At the ballpark with my boys.
What I love most about Northside is:
I love the opportunity to fellowship with such awesome people. Everyone is very caring, loving, and welcoming. They are my second family.
Beth McCrary
Senior Pastor's Administrative Assistant
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Family Information: I have been married to my husband, Glyn, for 41 years. Our family includes our son, Andrew and his wife, Lauren, and their two boys, Luke and Ty and our daughter, Alison.
Life Verse: Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”.
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
I can’t think of a reason I would be watching sports.
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
Walking my dogs, Henry and Russell, or shopping.
What I love most about Northside is:
Northside is a very loving, caring church. I love the precious people we get to call our family.
Family Information: Married to Gary with two daughters, Laci married to Jonathon Crowdis and Laila married to Josh Taylor. She has three grandsons: Sawyer, Cooper, and Evan and one granddaughter: Sophie Leigh.
Life Verse: Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
Lowndes Vikings
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
With my daughters and grandchildren.
What I love most about Northside is:
The way the church body makes you feel like you're one big family.
Family Information: Married to Jim Kent with two children and four grandchildren.
Education: Business Education
Life Verse: Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength- a very present help in trouble."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
The Georgia Bulldogs
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
Spending time with family and friends.
What I love most about Northside is:
Fellowship with the people and fellow Christians.
Sherry Wilson
Worship Assistant
E-Mail:
Family Information: I have two daughters, Courtney and son-in-law Kelly and grandchildren Haylee, Houston, Gabby, Nicholas, & Rhiann
and Casey and son-in-law Justin and grandchildren Jenna-Blake, Skylar, Gracin, and Addie Rae.
Life Verse: Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
If I'm watching sports, there is nothing else on TV.
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
I am either at work, spending time with my grandchildren or embroidering.
What I love most about Northside is:
Love for the lost.
Jerome Harvey
E-Mail:
Family Information: Married to Virginia.
Education: High School
Trade School
Life Verse: Hebrews 11:1 "Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see."
If I’m watching sports, I’m cheering for:
Florida State
If I’m not at church, you can usually find me:
At antique malls or estate sales.
What I love most about Northside is:
The wonderful people!