our pastor
Superintendent Ketryn Y. Anderson
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Pastor Ketryn Y. Anderson, born into a lineage of Pastors and Evangelists, has always possessed an ardent passion for ministry. Raised in the Ruston Temple Church of God in Christ, Pastored by the Late Superintendent Thomas Kennedy, he was imbued with the principles of holiness and nurtured spiritually, laying the foundation for his future. A proud alumnus of Grambling State University and a lifelong learner, Pastor Anderson's educational background has significantly shaped his multifaceted career.
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Greatly influenced by his grandfather, the Late Pastor Paul Anderson, Sr., and his uncle, the Late Dr. Mack N. Trimble, Pastor Anderson has also been guided by numerous distinguished mentors in both ministry and business. His calling to ministry in his young adult years marked the beginning of his unwavering service to the Church of God in Christ (C.O.G.I.C.), culminating in his ordination in 2009 by Presiding Bishop Emeritus Charles Edward Blake, Sr.
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With over two decades of professional experience in Corporate America, Pastor Anderson epitomizes the balance between ministry, career, and personal life. He currently serves as the Senior Pastor of the Historic 80th Street Church of God in Christ and as the Church Administrator for the Tillman C.O.G.I.C. His leadership extends further as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations for the International Sector of the 2nd Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of the Congo.
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In April 2024, Pastor Anderson's leadership was further recognized with his appointment as District Superintendent of the Empowered Kingdom District by Bishop Frank Jefferson Anderson, Jr., Jurisdictional Prelate of the Arkansas 2nd Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. Additionally, he contributes to the strategic direction of the Church of God in Christ, Inc. as a member of the 10-year Strategy Committee.
Passionate about fostering multi-generational ministry, Pastor Anderson is dedicated to creating environments where ministries can survive, thrive, and flourish. Committed to ministering to humanity with love, inclusivity, and affirmation, his favorite scripture, Ephesians 3:20, encapsulates his fearless faith and unwavering trust in God's power. With extensive experience, profound knowledge, and steadfast faith, Pastor Anderson is an exemplary leader and a devoted servant of God.
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