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Caleb Hughes

caleb@fellowshipmeridian.org
Lead Pastor

Caleb was called to the Fellowship family as Lead Pastor in June of 2020. He grew up in the Birmingham area and received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Alabama followed by his Master of Divinity degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.

Caleb has a burning desire to see people grow to be more zealous worshipers of Jesus. His ministry is driven by a passion to make disciples who make disciples who make disciples. He enjoys watching pro basketball and Alabama football, playing golf, watching a good movie, and spending time with his family. He and his wife Brooke have four beautiful young children. Caleb’s desire is to cherish a lifestyle of worship that far exceeds the walls of the church building as he leads Fellowship to make much of Jesus.

Sam Riley

sam@fellowshipmeridian.org
Student & Outreach Pastor

Sam accepted the call as minister of students in June of 2021. In January of 2024 Sam transitioned to Student & Outreach Pastor. He is originally from the Columbus area, and he graduated from Mississippi University for Women with a bachelor's degree in professional studies.

Sam has a heart for true discipleship. His desire is to see people of all ages be discipled but especially students. As many know, that season of life is crucial for spiritual development. His goal in this is to see God glorified and lives lived in the fullness of Christ. One great source of joy in Sam’s life is his wife and advocate in ministry, Landri. Sam enjoys watching and playing many sports. His favorite way to spend his free time is on the golf course. Sam’s desire is to see the revolving cycle of discipleship happen in the lives of students and families here at Fellowship.

Chris Lee

chris@fellowshipmeridian.org
Worship Pastor

Chris Lee came to the Fellowship ministry staff as the Music Minister in May of 2014. In January 2024 Chris transitioned to Worship Pastor. He has served as Minister of Music in several churches in Lauderdale County and has provided revival music for many churches in the local area. He studied music at Meridian Community College and the University of West Alabama. Chris received his Bachelor of Science from UWA, where he majored and minored in music. He uses music and his musical gifts to lead the church in genuine worship to God.

Chris and his wife Reba enjoy spending time with their parents, children and grandchildren (especially the grandchildren!). They like to camp, ride bikes, and just sit on the front porch swing…when time permits. Chris’s desire is to be a worshiper…and to lead others in worship, not just through music, but in every part of life.

Jacki Scrimpshire

info@fellowshipmeridian.org
Ministry Assistant

Jacki came to the Fellowship ministry staff in April of 2023 as our Ministry Assistant. Her duties include assisting all of our pastoral staff along with all office and bookkeeping duties.

Jacki and her husband Billy enjoy spending time with their two children as well as working on their small chicken farm, owning their own travel softball organization and traveling with their daughter for her competition dance team. Jacki has a fire to be a witness to others and feels the Lord led her to become a part of the Fellowship staff as a way to grow in her walk with Him.

Becky Brown

becky@fellowshipmeridian.org
Nursery Coordinator

Becky came to the Fellowship ministry staff in January of 2024 as our Nursery Coordinator. Her duties include the scheduling of nursery volunteers and maintaining a loving and safe environment for our nursery children.

She has been a member of Fellowship for 40 years and recently felt a strong call to this position. She is committed to love and protect our nursery children while ministering to their parents.

Becky and her husband Jack enjoy spending time with their two grown children and especially with their grandson. She is also the owner of a local small business.

Brooke Hughes

brooke@fellowshipmeridian.org
Children's Ministry Coordinator

Brooke came to the Fellowship ministry staff in March of 2025 as our Children's Ministry Coordinator. Her duties include planning, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating all aspects of the children's ministry. She works closely with volunteer leaders to cultivate a gospel-centered and discipleship-focused ministry for children ages 4 through 6th grade. Her desire is to nurture the fait of young hearts, teach them God's Word, and create a joyful, Christ-centered environment where children can grow in their love for Jesus and others.

She has been married to her husband Caleb since 2012. They have four children and enjoy cheering them on at sporting events. In her free time, she enjoys running, watching Alabama football, and spending quality time with her family.