Our Leaders

Jamie met Kent in 1998 in Kinston, NC, where Kent was interning with the youth ministry at the church Jamie’s family attended after moving from Indiana. The two became close friends, Kent spent a lot of time at Jamie’s home and eventually met Jamie’s sister, Somer. A few months later, Kent and Somer were engaged, forever linking Kent and Jamie's friendship and ministry paths.

For two decades, Kent pastored in student ministry, passionate about developing and discipling the next generation, while Jamie often spoke at his camps and retreats. Over the years, they dreamed of serving together, but the timing was never right... until 2018, when God opened the door for Redemption Church to bring Kent on. They have since leaned into their roles working in their unique gift sets as they pastor South Shore together.

Their Roles Today

• Kent Phoebus, Lead Pastor — casts the vision, develops the team and leaders, and keeps the mission moving forward through mobilization and multiplication.

• Jamie Caldwell, Preaching Pastor — ignites the hearts of the congregation and leads the church to a deeper love of Jesus through his preaching, teaching, and content.

Jamie brings a deep theological foundation with multiple degrees, including a Doctorate in Theology, and if he could stay in school forever, he would. He will recommend a new book every time you meet with him.

Kent brings decades of ministry experience, an endless supply of music and sports knowledge, and one degree in Graphic Design that he doesn’t use at all. He’ll suggest a new band or invite you to a Navy sporting event every time you meet with him.

Their strengths happen to be each other's weaknesses, their differences sharpen each other, and their unity in Christ anchors our church in everything we do.