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Chad Hess is the new pastor of Woodmont Church, Florence. He previously served as college and youth pastor at Woodmont. He also serves as campus pastor at Shoals Christian School in Florence. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Alabama, Florence, and a master’s degree from New Orleans Seminary. He and his wife, Janna, have one child.
Chad Hess called as pastor of Woodmont Church
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