Our Leadership Team
Greg & Jenny Strickland
LEAD PASTOR
Pastor Greg Strickland's passion for helping others grow in their walk with Christ directs all aspects of what we do at Northport. His leadership and vision for growth gives us focus on the task at hand, and as our Pastor, he knows the importance of responding to the direction of the Lord in any situation.
Kristen McGarity
STUDENT PASTOR
CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR
Kristen McGarity (PK) is the Church Administrator and also oversees the Impact Student Ministries. With a passion to see teenagers grow in their relationship with God and truly grasp what it means to be a Christ-follower, he is excited to bring that passion to Northport Church Of God.
Kyle McCarty
WORSHIP PASTOR
PRODUCTION & TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR
Kyle McCarty directs and oversees the worship arts department at Northport. We want to invite you into a lifestyle of radical celebration and intense worship. We incorporate a diverse style into our worship experience. Using praise team, choir, band, lights, and multimedia, there is truly something for everyone. We believe extravagance is the only appropriate response to the work and person of Jesus Christ.
Melodie Golden
CHILDREN'S PASTOR
Melodie Goalen directs the children's worship service at Northport, Kid Konnection, and also manages the logistics of the Children's Department as a whole. Pastor Melodie's unique vision for ministry involves hands-on activities and inventive object lessons that help children of all ages understand the content and meaning of God's word.
Steven & Keshia Tyree
Family Life Pastors
Sherry Jones
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Mrs. Sherry is at the office during business hours to assist the Staff and make sure elements of business at Northport run smoothly.
Chase & Chesley Goalen
COLLEGE AND CAREER PASTOR
We partner with the young adults ages 18-25 as they make the transition from high school to college or the work force. Our goal is to equip them to remain grounded in their faith and their church as they make the transition. We lead Wednesday worship services and Sunday small groups and life groups. We also connect students to other leaders within the church where they can fulfill the great commission by serving in other ministries such as Kidz Connection, Youth Small Groups, Media Ministry, Praise Team and more.