Meet the Pastor

Dr. Mike Powers serves as the Vision and Preaching Pastor of Richland Creek Community Church and was affirmed by the Creek family on March 21, 2021.

As Vision and Preaching Pastor, Pastor Mike’s primary ministry is the weekly teaching of the Word of God from the pulpit. He also leads the church, and particularly the Pastoral Body, by giving guidance and wisdom in overall vision and purpose.

He is married to Candi, his wife of more than 15 years, and the biggest joys of their lives are their children: Lilly, Zeke, and Kate. He has served Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Charlotte as a pastor for 15 years, first as student pastor, then discipleship pastor, and most recently as campus pastor of the church’s main campus on Harris Boulevard.

A North Carolina native, Dr. Powers received his undergraduate degree from North Carolina State University, Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Doctor of Ministry in Leadership from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Meet the Pastor