For the Southside: Chris Patton talks Southside churching and being known for what we are FOR.

Send us Fan MailKnown for What We’re For: Chris Patton on the Mission of Southside ChurchIn part one of my conversation with Chris Patton, senior pastor of Southside Church, we explore the experiences that first led him into ministry and the path that eventually brought him to Southside.Chris explains Southside’s unique leadership structure, including how the local church operates and how its relationship with Andy Stanley and North Point Ministries works.We also spend time discussing the mission of Southside Church and the idea that Christians should be known more for what they are for than for what they are against. Chris shares what that philosophy looks like in practice and how the church hopes to serve and influence the surrounding community.Finally, we discuss one of the simplest but most important messages the church often fails to communicate clearly, especially to people who are skeptical of Christianity, disconnected from church, or unsure where they belong.In this episode:How Chris Patton got his start in ministryHow Southside Church’s leadership structure worksThe relationship between Southside and North Point MinistriesSouthside’s mission and directionBeing known for what the church supports rather than opposesWhat the church often fails to communicateCreating a church where people feel welcomed, valued, and understoodThis is part one of a two-part conversation with Chris Patton. You can find me as David Monsour a.k.a. Disco Davo on most social media applications as well as my contact davidmonsour.com.