About Southside
Christianity is both ancient and applicable today. Worship should be the same. It is at Southside, and we're saving a seat for you.
What We Believe
Four Pillars of Faith
Inspired by the early church in Colossians, we define ourselves through these core characteristics.
An Example of Faith
We aim for our faith to be recognized by both believers and non-believers alike.
"We have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints because of the hope reserved for you in heaven." — Colossians 1:4-5 (CSB)
An Example of Works
Faith and works cannot be separated. We want our community to know us through our service.
"What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but does not have works?... I will show you faith by my works." — James 2:14, 18 (CSB)
The Christian Life
We commit to living out our faith through worship, community, and daily Christ-centered living.
"He has reconciled you by his physical body through his death, to present you holy, faultless, and blameless before him—if indeed you remain grounded and steadfast in the faith." — Colossians 1:22-23 (CSB)
The Light of Christ
We aspire to be a beacon sharing God's love and the hope we have in Christ.
"God wanted to make known among the Gentiles the glorious wealth of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." — Colossians 1:27 (CSB)
Our Family
Meet Our Leadership
The men and families who guide and serve our congregation
Shepherds
Kyle Arrington
Shepherd
Kyle is President of Arrington Lumber & Pallet Co, and graduated from Texas A&M in College Station. He and his wife Lauren have two children.
Jason Campbell
Shepherd
Raised in a gospel-centered home, Jason owns Campbell Custom Homes in Bullard, and served on the Bullard ISD school board for many years. He and his wife Cindy have two daughters.
Clay Thornton
Shepherd
Clay began preaching in 2000 and joined Southside in 2014. He spent almost 20 years as a barber in Tyler until he left the profession to preach full time in 2025. He and his wife Mandy have five daughters.
Deacons
Tony McLeroy
Deacon
Tony's parents were among Southside's founding families in 1957, and his family has been a fixture in the church for many years. He and his wife Sheryl have two daughters.
Brian Reuter
Deacon
Brian joined Southside when his family relocated to East Texas in 2014, and he works at Sadler's Smokehouse in Henderson. He and his wife Valerie have three children.
Family & Youth Minister
Fred Hayes
Family & Youth Minister
Fred holds a Doctorate of Education from Baylor and spent many years as a superintendent in several school districts. Now retired from education, he oversees the family and youth outreach at Southside. He is married to Gay Lynn.
Come Worship With Us
Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning home, there's always a place for you.