Who We Are
Our Leadership
Pastor, elders, and deacons who serve the congregation of Raymond Presbyterian.
Pastor
Zach Byrd
Born and raised in Soso, Mississippi, Zach Byrd is married to Jessica Byrd, and they have three children: Zoey, Maggie, and Thomas. He is a graduate of Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson and is finishing the D.Min. program at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, focusing on how to use our Presbyterian polity to care for small churches.
Alongside serving as pastor of Raymond Presbyterian Church and Bethesda Presbyterian Church, Zach is a member of the Mission to North America Permanent Committee and serves at both Riggs Manor Retirement Home and Mercy House for Women. He is an avid reader and an active participant in the community of Raymond. He keeps open office hours and enjoys visitors.
Officers
| Name | Office |
|---|---|
| Clarke Stewart | Ruling Elder |
| Robert Culpepper | Ruling Elder |
| John Culpepper | Deacon |
| Brandon Randle | Deacon |
| Mac Rusling | Deacon Emeritus |
| Wayne Williams | Deacon |
The Session (our ruling elders) shepherds the congregation; the Diaconate (our deacons) leads our ministries of mercy.