DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Rev. LeRoy Franklin, Pastor, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
REGISTRAR
Rev. Mildred Smith, Member – New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Computers/Reading
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 KJV
LAYMEN’S MINISTRY
OPEN
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY DIRECTOR (ages 20-35)
Rev. Brandon Jones, Member – Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Football, Drawing, Design
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 KJV
USHER MINISTRY PRESIDENT
Bro. Jimmie McRae, Member – Rest Haven Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Fishing, Watching Basketball and Football
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 KJV
CHOIR PRESIDENT
Sis. Carolyn Wilkerson, Member – Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Yard Work, Grandchildren, Singing
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” Psalm 121 KJV
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Rev. Margaret Mack, Member – Oak Valley Baptist Church, Oak Ridge, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Mission, My Family, Travel, Working in My Yard
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them. And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted. And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Matthew 28:16-20 KJV
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.” Psalm 23 KJV
BAILEY-WOODS – MCAFEE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
Bro. Anthony Hancock, Member – Foster Chapel Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
YOUTH MINISTRY DIRECTOR (ages 15-19)
Sis. India Wells-McDowell, Member – First Calvary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
Communicates the Goals of the Moderator to youth and Youth Leaders of the Knoxville District via presentations, meetings, electronic and social media.
Plans for, organizes, and provides leadership for the District’s youth leadership (KDBA District Youth Council) for the purpose of the putting the general goals into practical application. Applies the vision of the Moderator to the ministry in the areas of Missions, Worship, Discipleship, and Fellowship for the Youth of the Knoxville District
Collects demographic, ministerial, and experience information from the District youth and their church leaders for the purpose ascertaining strengths and interests. Measures the responses to opportunities for ministry and adjusts the ministry methods accordingly.
Reports objectives, programming and results to the Youth Council, Vice-Moderator, and in turn to the District Moderator.
Along with the Youth Council, proposes, and manages the annual budget.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Youth Activities, Teaching, Exercise
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31 NIV
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY LEADER (14 and under)
Sis. Audrey Wrushen, Member – Canaan Baptist Church of Christ, Inc., Knoxville, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, Crocheting, Spanish
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 KJV
KDBA WEBSITE COORDINATOR
Sis. Sharonne L. Winston, Member – New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Family Time and Going to the Movies
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know.” John 14:1-4 KJV
KDBA PHOTOGRAPHER
Sis. Teresa Seard, Member – St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN
Hobbies/Interests: Photography, Party & Event Planning
Favorite Scripture or Quote: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 KJV