Pastors & Staff

Pastors

  • jordan Cobb | Senior Pastor


    Jordan has served as the Senior Pastor of Standing Springs since January 2019. He is married to Katelyn and has five children: Asher, Ellis, Griffin, Haddon, and Reese. Jordan has a passion for equipping the local church through the preaching of God's Word. He completed his PhD at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in the spring of 2025.

Ministry Staff

  • NICK JEFSON | YOUTH DIRECTOR/PASTORAL ASSISTANT

    Nick has served as a Youth Director/Pastoral Assistant at Standing Springs since 2025. Originally from Connecticut, Nick moved to South Carolina after graduating from Anderson University in 2014. He is married to Haley and they have two children, Anderson and Marah. He completed his MDiv from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in December 2022. In addition to serving at SSBC, Nick works as an abstinence teacher for a local non-profit organization. He has a passion for connecting with students and seeing them grow in faith. He desires to preach God’s Word faithfully and equip others to be faithful and effective Christians.

  • CHRISTIANA ZACHARY  |  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY DIRECTOR

    Christiana Zachary has served as the Children’s Director at Standing Springs since the summer of 2025. She earned a degree in Biology at the University of Oregon and has a master’s degree in Secondary Education. She previously taught high school science at Fountain Inn and spent three years as a substitute teaching at the elementary level. Christiana and her husband began attending Standing Springs after moving to Simpsonville, where her husband grew up. Before settling in South Carolina, they lived in Jackson, Wyoming, where they enjoyed fly fishing, hiking, and exploring the mountains. They are now blessed to be raising their daughter, Magnolia, in the Standing Springs community. Christiana has a passion for teaching and helping children know and love the gospel, and she enjoys using her creativity and love for art and music in ministry.

Administrative & Facilities Staff

  • Emily Hoffman | financial Administrator


    Emily has been on staff at Standing Springs since 2011. She currently serves as the Financial Administrator at Standing Springs. She is married to Trevor, who grew up at and was ordained by Standing Springs. They now serve at Ridgewood Church. They have 3 children: Jude, Nate, & Ruthie. Emily graduated from North Greenville University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. While she still loves history, she’s found that numbers can be fun too.

  • Judy Morrison | Ministry Assistant


    Judy Morrison has been on staff since 2024.  She currently serves as the Ministry Assistant at Standing Springs.  She grew up in Southern California, but has lived in the south for over 30 years.  She has 3 sons and 3 grandsons, and her favorite thing is to spend as much time as possible with them.  She also loves history, whether it is in a book, a movie, or a location.

  • Dennis sessa | Facilities manager

    Dennis has served as Facilities Manager since the beginning of 2025. Though he holds a degree in Graphic Design, he has discovered that hands-on work brings him the most fulfillment. Originally from New Jersey, Dennis relocated to South Carolina in 2018. He is married to his wife, Danielle, and together they have a daughter named Charlotte. Dennis is passionate about sharing his faith and enjoys connecting with others through conversations about the Lord.