Southside
Port Neches, TX
MEET OUR STAFF
Bro. Matt and his family joined Southside at the beginning of 2025. Currently working on his doctorate, he loves loves all things ministry: preaching, teaching, worship, and pastoring. He'd love to have a cup of coffee with you and talk about your life and faith journey.
MATT RUZICKA
PASTOR
KENT HOUP
WORSHIP/CHOIR
Kent has brought a world of experience to the worship team and choir of Southside since 2020. He has an extensive background in music, gospel quartets, and worship leading paired with an evangelistic heart.
RACHAL KIDDER
SECRETARY
Rachal has made this place run smoothly since 2014! Her solid heart and mind keep the day-to-day operations of our ministries afloat and on-track.
KYLE NELSON
NEXT GEN MINISTER
Kyle joined the team in 2025 to oversee Next Gen- the Youth and Kids Ministries. He brings experience in youth and kids ministry, as well as years on the mission field of Zambia. He's an avid sports enthusiast who loves his young family and discipling young people to follow Christ.