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MEET THE TEAM
REID JOHNSON, LEAD PASTOR
1. What do you love most about your job? Leading people to reach their full potential
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church? Jesus says in Acts 1:8 says, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem (where they were standing), and in all Judea and Samaria (the surrounding area), and to the ends of the earth.” When I was called to lead Colonial Hill in 2019, I knew God wanted me to grow His church locally as well as in the surrounding area eventually. I believe it is His will for our healthy church to plant multiple campuses in cities neighboring ours, restoring life where it may be lacking.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Jesus says in Matthew 6:33 says, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” I’ve learned that if I truly put God first, everything falls into place, and if my life ever feels off, it’s because something or someone has replaced Jesus on the throne of my heart.
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Chicken McNuggets from McDonald’s
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Your Man” by Josh Turner
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I walked from Snyder to Lubbock one time to gain publicity for a Christian music festival I was promoting. 2. I co-hosted and produced an internationally-syndicated radio show that won some awards. 3. I used the restroom next to Hulk Hogan while attending a UFC event.
COREY NORRIS, WORSHIP PASTOR
1. What do you love most about your job? The staff I work with and the dynamic of our days together
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in the ministry you personally oversee? I want to see Colonial Young Adults have 200 attendees regularly, both on Sunday mornings and at our YA events.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Jesus says in John 16:33, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” If I’m going to endure trials and hardships in life, I love having the assurance that I win in the end because of Jesus. He’s already overcome!
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Bacon omelet and one pancake with sugar-free syrup from Dolphin’s Restaurant and Grill
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Goodness of God” by Bethel Music
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I’m a pretty good cook. 2. I really enjoy road trips. 3. I love playing video games.
JOSH GREEN, STUDENT PASTOR
1. What do you love most about your job? Doing everything I can to help others know Jesus and walk deeply with Him; also, wearing shorts!
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in the ministry you personally oversee? I want to see 100 junior high and 100 high school students attend on the same Wednesday.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Psalm 16:11 (ESV) says, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” It is worth living in step with the Holy Spirit and leveraging your life to make Jesus famous. To do this is to enter the joy of the Father now and for all eternity.
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Steak Street Tacos from Blue Agave
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Vindicated” by Dashboard Confessional
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I am extremely task and time oriented. 2. I can switch from being an introvert to an extrovert as the environment requires, although I prefer being introvert! 3. Every time I use Google Maps, I must beat its ETA.
JOSH LILES, KIDS PASTOR
1. What do you love most about your job? Connecting faith and fun in the discipleship of the next generation
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? I desire for Colonial Kids to be a reason entire families find God and get connected to His church.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Psalm 90:12 says, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” I must remain mindful of the time God gives me so I can love and lead in meaningful ways that honor Him and impact others.
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Something preceded by chips and salsa
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Indian Outlaw” by Tim McGraw
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. In one trip, I used the bathroom on a boat, bus, plane, and train. 2. I shower twice a day, but I can go a week without one if I’m camping. 3. I’m an all-day coffee drinker.
CASEY ARNOLD, ADMINISTRATIVE PASTOR
1. What do you love most about your job? Relationships with church members
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? I want every person who calls Colonial Hill home to participate in a Freedom Small Group and attend its conference.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Pollo Plancha from Blue Agave
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Holy Forever” by Chris Tomlin
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I’m a twin. 2. I’ve played the piano for 26 years. 3. I’ve attended the Passion Conferences every year since 2008 and served as one of their Door Holders since 2019.
MIRANDA WILSON, FINANCIAL SECRETARY
1. What do you love most about your job? Work never feels like work, and it brings me joy everyday!
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? We would continue to be a place of support, safety, relationships, and truth for every generation as we grow.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Psalm 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” It’s such a comfort knowing God is always with us and sees us through each day.
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Chicken Street Tacos from Blue Agave
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Better When I’m Dancing” by Meghan Trainor
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I am also a diagnostic medical sonographer. 2. I can’t ever back down from a challenge. 3. I have a hidden talent of opera singing.
JESSICA MARTIN, CUSTODIAN
1. What do you love most about your job? Camaraderie amongst the team
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? I want our church to influence Snyder and other communities to put a greater focus on seeing, considering, and including people with physical and mental disabilities.
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? James 1:2-5 says, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Bean, potato, and cheese burrito from Dee’s Burritos
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I have a really cool garden. 2. I enjoy making pottery. 3. I’m the best armpit farter I know.
RICK HOPPER, MAINTENANCE
1. What do you love most about your job? Having an extra family
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? I want everyone to feel loved and important, because they are!
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Ribeye steak from Spanish Inn
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I was on a state championship team. 2. I have two cousins who live in Snyder. 3. I was born in Merkel.
2. What God-sized goal are you praying will happen in our church or in the ministry you personally oversee? I want everyone to feel loved and important, because they are!
3. What scripture has been your life verse thus far? Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
4. What is your go-to meal at a Snyder restaurant? Ribeye steak from Spanish Inn
5. What song is guaranteed to make you sing? “Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
6. What are three facts few know about you? 1. I was on a state championship team. 2. I have two cousins who live in Snyder. 3. I was born in Merkel.