Elder/Pastors

Daniel serves as the Lead Pastor at South Ridge Church. He loves people and is passionate about communicating the gospel in a variety of ways. In his role as Lead Pastor, Daniel provides organizational leadership and serves as the primary teacher and communicator at weekend services. He has a Master's degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Daniel loves spending time with his wife Alison, their three boys Henry, Shepherd, and Everett, and their youngest, a daughter named Hazel. Daniel is a self-proclaimed foodie who enjoys traveling, hunting, smoking briskets, studying culture and theology, and spending time with his family.

Justin Wright is the Pastor who oversees group life at South Ridge Church who desires to see people of all ages grow in Spiritual and Emotional Health. He also has a passion to help married couples thrive in their Friendship, Unity, and Intimacy. Justin’s original background was Elementary Education, and he later went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Christian Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) in Deerfield, IL.  Justin is married to Megan and they have two children, Lydia and Emma.  In his free time Justin enjoys time with friends, music, and tabletop gaming.

Nathaniel “Looch” Lutyens is serving as a Board Member at South Ridge Church and launched a new church plant from South Ridge called Ridge View Church in the Bridgeport area in 2023. Looch has a Bachelor’s degree in History from West Virginia University and a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Prior to coming on staff with South Ridge Church, he served as the Young Life Area Director in Harrison County, WV, for eleven years. Looch is married to Gina and has two kids, Jimmy and Elsie. Looch and his family live in Bridgeport and have had a long-term vision of serving in and leading a church body in Bridgeport. Looch is also the head cross country coach and an assistant track coach at Bridgeport High School. He enjoys reading, making and drinking coffee, being with his family, gardening, and playing fantasy football and baseball.

Seth began his ministry career at Chestnut Ridge Church in Morgantown, West Virginia, as a Pastoral Intern who provided oversight and care to several growing ministries within the church. With a team of people who had a vision to plant a church from Chestnut Ridge in the Fairmont area, he became the Founding Pastor of South Ridge Church in 2004. He served as the Lead Pastor until September of 2021, when he became the National Director of Ministry Relationships/ Field Staff with Freedom In Christ Ministries - USA. He and his wife, Stacy, and their three children Ella, Grant, and Jared, continue to be active members and servant leaders at South Ridge Church and in the Fairmont Community. When he is not working, he enjoys time with family and friends, and zipping around town on his mini moto.

Ben Young serves as a board member at SRC, and has been a member of SRC for 16 years. He has enjoyed leading and hosting small groups over the years and currently co-leads the Thursday mornings men's bible study. He graduated from Alderson Broaddus and holds bachelor’s degrees in both math and computer science, as well as two masters degrees from WVU in computer science and business administration. He has a heart for growing leaders and retaining jobs in West Virginia. He currently works at Leidos in Morgantown as a program manager. He resides in Fairmont with his wife Lorrie and their three children Caleb, Jack and Claire. In his spare time he enjoys connecting to the community through coaching and sports, as well as golfing, hiking, and walking with his dog, Charlie.

Andrew has been a member of SRC for over a decade. He has lived in West Virginia his entire life, mainly in the Fairmont area. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration-finance from West Virginia University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration-accounting from Auburn University. He currently work for WesBanco Bank as a commercial underwriter. He resides in Fairmont with his wife Brittany and three children: Nathan, Addie, and Gwendolyn. In his spare time, he enjoys playing with his kids, watching/playing sports, spending time outdoors, reading, and cooking.
After Completing the Christian Leadership Process, Andrew will become a Board member and ordained as a Pastor of South Ridge Church.

Ben serves South Ridge as a chaplain in the local community. He is employed full-time by the United States Department of Justice and also works with WVU Medicine Hospice for patient request visits. He volunteers as the team Chaplain for the men's hockey team at WVU. Ben has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Fairmont State University and a Master of Divinity Degree from Regent University in Virginia. Ben and his wife Amber have 4 kids, Hayden, Kelsey, Ryder, and Kendale. In his free time, Ben enjoys Hunting ,Mountain Bikes,Snowboarding, and spending time with his family.
After Completing the Christian Leadership Process, Ben will become a Board member and ordained as a Pastor of South Ridge Church.

David Boone has been at South Ridge Church for 17 years and has led and hosted a community group for most of that time. He holds both a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Glenville State College and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Fairmont State University. David and his wife Kristin have two children, Molly and Mac. He is passionate about being outdoors, making time for backpacking, mountain biking, and hunting, as well as inspiring others to pick up these hobbies for themselves.
After Completing the Christian Leadership Process, Dave will become a Board member and ordained as a Pastor of South Ridge Church.

Sean Moore is the Pastor of Missions and Worship at South Ridge Church. He oversees all administrative duties for the various worship teams that serve the church, as well as coordinating programming elements for the weekend services. Sean also serves as a member of the worship team. He oversee all local and international mission efforts. This includes leading international trips and caring for our overseas missionaries, as well as overseeing local outreach initiatives and providing support local missional partners. Prior to coming on staff at South Ridge Church, he was employed as a Worship and Youth Pastor at a local church, as well as a Project Manager for a gas utility company. He enjoys playing music, riding motorcycles, and camping.
After Completing the Christian Leadership Process, Sean will become a Board member and ordained as a Pastor of South Ridge Church.

Josh Wilson serves Pastor of Student Ministries at South Ridge Church. Josh offers administrative support and connection to both the middle school and high school ministry students, volunteer leaders, and families. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Ministries from Asbury University. He holds a Master’s Degree in Information Systems Management from American Intercontinental University. In addition to serving on staff with South Ridge Church, he works full time as an Application Developer in Harrison County, WV.  Josh is married to Jennifer and has two grown children, Elias and Bella. In his spare time, he enjoys being with his family, target shooting, riding his motorcycle, and learning anything new.