Briarwood Presbyterian Church in Birmingham officially entered a new chapter of leadership on Aug. 10, as Scott Redd Jr. began his role as lead pastor.
Selected after an extensive nationwide search, Redd steps into the pulpit of one of the largest congregations in the Presbyterian Church in America, bringing a unique blend of scholarly expertise and pastoral experience to the Birmingham area.
Redd entered the role following a congregational vote on June 15, which was affirmed by the Evangel Presbytery and followed by a formal installation on Aug. 10, according to a Facebook post. His first sermon as senior pastor took place that same day, marking the beginning of his ministry at Briarwood…