Leadership & Governance
Servant Leadership at Southside Bible Fellowship
At Southside Bible Fellowship, we believe in biblical leadership that follows the model established in Scripture. Our church is led by Elders who provide spiritual oversight and Deacons who ensure faithful stewardship of resources and ministry operations. Together, they serve the congregation under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Our Leadership Structure
Jesus Christ
Head of the Church
Board of Elders
Spiritual Oversight
Lead Pastor
Teaching & Vision
Staff
Ministry Leaders
Deacons
Stewardship
Ministry Leaders
Service Teams
Congregation
The Body of Christ at SBF
Board of Elders
Spiritual Oversight
The Board of Elders provides spiritual leadership and oversight for the church. They are responsible for protecting biblical doctrine, shepherding the congregation, providing vision and direction, and ensuring the spiritual health of the church family.
Responsibilities Include:
- • Teaching and preaching God's Word
- • Providing pastoral care and counsel
- • Guarding sound doctrine
- • Leading by example
- • Praying for the congregation
- • Overseeing church discipline
- • Casting vision for ministry
- • Equipping members for service
Biblical Foundation: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-4, Acts 20:28, Hebrews 13:17
Board of Deacons
Faithful Stewardship
Deacons serve the church by managing practical matters, caring for physical needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of church ministries. They work alongside the Elders to free them for prayer and the ministry of the Word, while serving the congregation with excellence.
Responsibilities Include:
- • Managing church finances and resources
- • Overseeing facility maintenance
- • Coordinating practical ministries
- • Supporting benevolence efforts
- • Caring for members' physical needs
- • Assisting with church operations
- • Serving communion
- • Supporting ministry initiatives
Biblical Foundation: Acts 6:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, Philippians 1:1
Lead Pastor
Teaching & Vision
The Lead Pastor serves as the primary teaching elder, providing biblical instruction, pastoral care, and leadership vision for the congregation. Working under the authority of the Elder Board, the Lead Pastor equips the saints for ministry and leads the church in fulfilling its mission to glorify God and make disciples.
Primary Responsibilities:
- • Preaching and teaching God's Word
- • Providing pastoral care
- • Casting vision for the church
- • Leading staff and ministry teams
- • Discipling and mentoring leaders
- • Overseeing church ministries
- • Representing the church publicly
- • Equipping members for ministry
Church Governance
Southside Bible Fellowship operates as an independent, self-governing church under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. We practice congregational governance, where members have a voice in major decisions while recognizing the spiritual authority of Elders to lead and shepherd the flock.
Elder-Led
Elders provide spiritual oversight, doctrinal protection, and visionary leadership for the church.
Congregation-Affirmed
Members vote on significant matters including budget, leadership elections, and major decisions.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Lead Pastor & Board of Elders
Vallerian Mganga
Lead Pastor & Elder
Lead Pastor of Southside Bible Fellowship, committed to teaching God's Word and shepherding this congregation.
Rick Bower
Elder
Abimana Ngira
Elder
Board of Deacons
Jean Kampayana
Deacon
Pat Raiche
Deacon
Dennis Grimard
Deacon
Deacon bio to be added.
Questions About Our Leadership?
We're here to answer any questions you may have about how our church is led.