Who We Are

THE CHURCH

SOUTHGATE BAPTIST CHURCH is located on the east side of Christiansted on East End Road (Rte 82). Founded in 1988, The church is a member of Converge Worldwide, formerly the Baptist General Conference. We are a church that seeks to proclaim the truth of God's Word accurately, with power and in love. Our Community is our mission field. The Lighthouse Mission is our extension ministry, which is a faith-based community service center whose mission is to "Shine the Light of Jesus into Christiansted" through programs of education and compassion.

  • THE PASTOR

    Abraham Kennedy began his time here in St. Croix having graduated from Pensacola Theological Seminary in 2010 Immediately putting to use his gift for evangelism, he became the Youth Pastor for Southgate Baptist, as well as, working at the Lighthouse Mission helping to facilitate the after school ministry for children in the community of Christiansted. Pastor Abe brought with him his wife, Bethany. They have since adopted a son, Ian, and as well have a daughter, Abigail. Pastor Abe transitioned to the role of Senior Pastor in 2020.

  • Children's Ministry

    Bethany Kennedy leads our junior church program each Sunday morning. A graduate of Pensacola Christian College, she is an artist, and a homeschool mom. She has enjoyed volunteering behind the scenes with youth ministry  since 2010. She began teaching after training with Child Evangelism and volunteering with their local chapter.

  • LEAD TEAM

    Deacon - Aaron Brown

    Deaconess - Valarie Sibilly

    Music - Christine Thomas

    Treasurer - Lesley McAuliffe

    Pastor Emeritus - Ed Cullen