Meet Our Leaders
Pastors
King’s Cross is shepherded by pastors who are committed to prayer, the ministry of God’s Word, and the leadership and care of the church. If you would like to meet with a pastor, you can email them here.
LINDSAY COMBS
Deacon of Worship & Liturgy
CORY CRAGLE
Deacon of Facilities & General Needs
MIKAYLA MEISS
Deacon of Ministry to Children & Families
AEDAN PETERSON
Deacon of Arts
JESS PLYLER
Deacon of Communications & Administration
ALLIE PRAYTOR
Deacon of Missions
Taylor moved to Nashville in 2011 to attend Lipscomb University. He has a BA in Bible and Ministry from Lipscomb, an MDiv from Southern Seminary, and PhD in historical theology from Midwestern Seminary, where he studied Protestant Christianity and American culture. Taylor and his wife Lindsay live in Inglewood with their two children.
TAYLOR COMBS
Lead Pastor
Austin moved to Nashville shortly after graduating from WKU in 2017. He works at Brentwood Academy, serving as the upper school speech teacher and coach. Austin and his wife Lauren live in Bellevue with their two children.
AUSTIN GROVES
Lay Pastor
Justin has called Nashville home for most of his life. He owns a small custom trim company based in South Nashville, where he lives with his wife, Audrey, and their daughter.
JUSTIN SCHUMACHER
Lay Pastor
Joel has been on staff with King’s Cross since 2025. He holds an MDiv from Midwestern Seminary, where his is also currently pursuing a PhD in Philosophy and Systematic Theology. Joel lives in Madison and is engaged to Abbi.
Staff
JOEL WHITSON
Ministry Associate
Deacons
These men and women use their God-given talents to serve the practical needs of King’s Cross. They are also especially devoted to prayer and practical care. If you would like to reach out to the deacons for prayer or practical care, please email admin@kingscrossnash.org.