LEADERSHIP
MINISTERS
Kerry Richardson
Minister
Kerry is a native of Walker County and has served the Northport congregation for almost 16 years as the preaching minister. During his ministry, Kerry served 3 congregations prior to coming to Northport – Somerville (Somerville, TN), Memorial Parkway (Huntsville, AL), and Midway (Jasper, AL). He and his wife Natalie have been married for 25 years and they have three sons: Sawyer, Canyon, and Oakley.
Charles Steiner
College Minister
Charles began serving as college minister in 2019. He has faithfully served churches of Christ as a preacher, youth minister, and campus minister since 2007. Charles and his wife Kylie have three daughters: Wells, Collins, and Sellers.
Jordan Alker
Youth Minister
Jordan has been serving in youth ministry since 2014. He has a Master of Science degree in Christian Ministry. He has a supportive wife, Bri, and they are blessed with three children, Brantlee, Jaidyn, and Avery. In July of 2021, they began serving at the Northport church of Christ.
"The congregation here has been such a blessing to us, and we know that they will be to you. This is not a work for me, this is family, and I want you to come meet and be a part of our family."
ELDERS
John Barrow
Elder
John has served as an elder here at Northport for 20+ years. He served as a deacon at 3 different congregations before becoming an elder. He retired from coal mining after 47 years working at Alabama Byproducts in Walker County and Jim Walter, Inc. here in Tuscaloosa County. He and his wife Sherry have two children and three grandchildren. Sherry is retired from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. John enjoys fishing and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Greg Dixon
Elder
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Alan Middleton
Elder
.Alan and his wife Cindy have been members at the Northport church of Christ since 2005. They have two children, Colin and Caitlin, and a wonderful daughter-in-law, Alisha. They are also proud grandparents of Jane and Liam. Alan‘s area of responsibility is Benevolence, and he also helps in the planning of mission trips.
Roger Hester
Elder
​Roger has served as one of our elders since August of 2017. He served as a deacon for 29 years prior to becoming an elder. He is retired from Jim Walter Resources and Mercedes-Benz where he worked as an electrician for 35 years. He is the owner of Gun Logic Firearms and works as a gunsmith in his spare time. He has been married to his wife, Debra, for 47 years. Debra is a retired teacher. They have 3 adult children and 11 grandchildren. They enjoy Traveling, Alabama and Atlanta Braves Baseball,
Fishing, Hunting, and Camping.
Glenn Taylor
Elder
Glenn Taylor and his wife Teresa Taylor have been a part of the Northport congregation since 1982. They have 2 sons, Nick and Drew, and are grandparents to 4 grandsons, and one granddaughter. Glenn has served as an elder since 2004. Glenn’s areas of responsibility are finance and education.
“My hope for the Northport congregation is to continue to be a loving and compassionate congregation, meeting the needs not only of our membership but our community as well. We want to remain sound in the faith, helping us all on our way to our heavenly reward.”
DEACONS
Johnny Baxter
Deacon
Johnny is a longtime member here at Northport with his wife Tara. Johnny’s area of work is building and maintenance.
David Estes
Deacon
David and Michelle have been with the Northport church of Christ since 2004, where he has served as a deacon of technology and now one of our mission’s deacons for the past 16 years. David is from Winfield, AL and is married to Michelle Estes and has two sons, Clay and Matthew. He has worked for UPS for 30 years and currently works as a Network Air Planner for all of Alabama, parts of Florida, Mississippi, and Tennessee. In his spare time, you will find him on the trail hiking as well as woodworking with many other hobbies.
Don Farmer
Deacon
Don and his wife Allison have been members of the Northport congregation for many years. They have two beautiful children, Kate and Luke. Don oversees our Lads to Leaders Program.
Billy Jordan
Deacon
Billy has attended here at Northport his entire life. He is married to Rachael, and they have a daughter, Layla. Billy’s area of responsibility is Technology and Streaming.
Damon Ligon
Deacon
Damon is a longtime member here at Northport with his wife Malissa. They have a son, Brandon and a wonderful granddaughter Annsley. Damon oversees our Security.
Dewayne Marlowe
Deacon
Dewayne and his wife Gayla have been members of the Northport congregation for many years. They have three boys: Paul Michael, Palmer, and Parker. They are also foster parents. Dewayne’s area of work is our Missions program.
Nathan Moore
Deacon
Nathan Moore was born and raised in Parrish, AL. Nathan married Maggie in 2008 and they are the parents of Avery and Eli. Nathan is currently employed by the City of Tuscaloosa as an IT Support Specialist. Nathan’s area of responsibility is Technology.
Daryl Phelps
Deacon
Daryl and his wife Kayla have been members here at Northport for 12 years. They have two children, Lahna Kate and Carson. Daryl’s area of responsibility is Technology and Computers.
Andy Williams
Deacon
Andy oversees our Fellowship Hall and activities that surround it. He is married to Becky and they have a daughter, Grace.
Zane Willingham
Deacon
Zane has been a member at Northport since 2006 and has served as a deacon since 2016. He is married to Mandie, and they have two daughters, Emmie, and Piper. Zane’s area of responsibility is Education.
STAFF
Cindy Middleton
Secretary
Cindy is married to Alan Middleton and is currently the secretary here at Northport. She and Alan have two children and two grandchildren.
Rick Morrow
Building Administrator
Rick Morrow is a long-time member of the Northport congregation with his wife Lajetta. Rick takes care of maintenance around our building and grounds.