Mercy Ridge Core Values
Christ Centered
We seek to honor the Lord Jesus with everything that we say or do.
People Focused
We are here for the purpose of ministering to people and declaring the hope that we have in Jesus.
Biblically Grounded
We believe in the inerrancy of scripture and look to it as our sole source of doctrine.
Generosity Committed
The Lord has blessed us greatly and we desire to be a blessing to others.
Kingdom Oriented
Everything belongs to the Lord and we are here for the purpose of glorifying Him and expanding the Kingdom.
Intentionally Discipled
We believe that disciples are made, via teaching, mentor-ship, and actively participating in ministry.
Mercy Ridge Pastoral Staff
Lead Pastor, Josh Hildebrand
Josh Hildebrand earned the Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. In 2015, after having served as Senior Pastor for many years, the Lord led in the establishment of a new work in Grant County. Sponsored by Florence Baptist Mt. Zion, Josh planted Mercy Ridge Community Church in Dry Ridge, KY.
Worship Leader, Josh Bergstrom
Josh Bergstrom graduated from Berea College in Berea, KY with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education. For almost 20 years he has been leading worship in various capacities; from college organizations to different churches and events. He works for a local ministry dedicated to rescuing Christian men entrenched in life-altering addictions through the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Word of God, where he serves as a videographer, video editor, and worship team member.
Student Pastor, Austin Manning
Austin Manning is studying to earn his Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. He earned his BS in Sport Management from Urbana University in Urbana, OH. He previously served as a student ministry volunteer at Erlanger Baptist Church in Erlanger, KY.