In September 2025, Dr. Johnny Walker became the lead pastor of Crossview Church. Johnny grew up in Marietta and moved to Birmingham, Alabama, to attend Samford University, where he double majored in religion and sociology. He earned his master’s degree in agency counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his PhD in leadership and organizational development from Aidan University.

Johnny has been in bi-vocational ministry for most of his adult life, serving as a youth minister, college-and-career minister, Christian counselor, and pastor. He was a certified police officer for 18 years before starting his career in the business sector and now owns and operates a corporate training and coaching firm, Character Incorporated.

Johnny’s passion is discipleship and practical ministry. He believes the Bible is applicable to our everyday lives—at work, at home, and in service through the local church. He is the author of two books: I Am a Parent, Now What? and Discovering the Truth.

Johnny has been married to his college sweetheart, Alisa, since 1989. They have four adult children and one grandchild.

David has served as finance and operations leader for Crossview since 2023. He also has over 30 years of experience in various corporate marketing and business operations roles. He has been married to Tennille since 2001 and has 3 children.

Marietta native Kaitlyn grew up at Eastside Baptist before attending the University of North Georgia, where she earned her Bachelor’s in Digital Marketing in 2025. She has been leading worship professionally since 2023 and also serves as the Digital Media & Website Coordinator for Right From The Heart.

Our Youth Ministry is currently in a season of transition as we pray over our next leader. For any immediate questions regarding middle or high school ministries, please contact our lead pastor Johnny Walker.

Debbie has been the children's ministry leader for Crossview since 2020.
She is also a vocalist for praise team and is involved in many additional church ministries.