The Resource Center

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Irene Lee

Resource Center — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:28:14 +0000

Irene Lee has been a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church (Farnham) for over forty years. Her Pastor says that “her spiritual gifts of serving and helping have manifested themselves in magnificent ways in both church and community.” In all her roles she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that the needs of the congregation …

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Iris LaVerne Burleigh

Resource Center — Thu, 09 May 2013 10:32:16 +0000

Iris LaVerne Burleigh was recognized for her Excellence in Ministry by her church, Koinonia Christian Church. Iris serves in her church’s Hospitality Ministry and loves preparing and serving special dishes with love, especially for Homecoming, VBS, and other special days. She has a special fondness for the young and the elderly, works with the …

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: William Daniels

Resource Center — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:30:50 +0000

William Daniels was recognized for his Excellence in Ministry by his church, Manakin Episcopal Church Bill Daniels, Senior Warden at Manakin Episcopal Church, is an extraordinary and gifted leader. His long service to the Church, not only at Manakin but at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Richmond has included a vast array of talents and skills. He …

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: John Heaggans

Resource Center — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:26:43 +0000

John Heaggans was recognized for his Excellence in Ministry by his church, Mount Zion Baptist Church (Farnham). John had a distinguished career as a teacher, retiring after eighteen years as principal. A member of his church for more than forty years, he has served as a Deacon for 35 years, and chair of the Deacons Ministry …

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Courtney L. Hunter

Resource Center — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:22:54 +0000

Courtney L. Hunter was recognized for her Excellence in Ministry by her church, North Gayton Baptist Church. Courtney Hunter holds a BA in Education from Virginia Union University and an MA in Counselor Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her professional career in teaching included being teacher, administrator, and science educator in the Richmond Public Schools, then adjunct …

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Joann Kearney Jones

Resource Center — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:16:22 +0000

Joann Kearney Jones was recognized for her Excellence in Ministry by her church, Second Baptist Church (West End). Joann is a gifted singer and Choir Director at her church where she is known for her ability to sing any of the “old-time” songs and get the audience involved. Her church says, “You name it, she can …

New Life in 2013

Judith — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 16:18:58 +0000

The Resource Center joyfully announces its relocation to KINGSLEY HALL Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology Virginia Union University at the conclusion of this academic year. Read more about the move from the Executive Director, Judith FaGalde Bennett

A Message from Our President

Sheryl — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 16:06:35 +0000

Greetings, Fellow Believers in God!

I feel considerably fortunate to be a part of an organization that has the potential to do so much good for so many people. Yes, The Resource Center (TRC) is just that kind of organization. I make this boast not solely on the grounds of its many and diverse collection …

Recognize Excellence in Ministry

Resource Center — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 13:56:04 +0000

The needs of the world cry out for excellence in ministry; our churches hunger for it. Who among the followers of Jesus in your congregation – whether ordained, consecrated, or set apart in some other special way – is quietly and faithfully serving God and neighbor? Who is the unsung hero or heroine providing a model of true excellence in ministry? Join your sisters and brothers in Christ for this festive evening to honor our nominees together. Nominations now being accepted.

Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Virgie M. Binford

Resource Center — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 20:55:47 +0000

Virgie Binford was recognized for her Excellence in Ministry by her church, All Souls Presbyterian. Dr. Binford has embodied excellence in ministry for her entire adult life, in church, school, and community. With both a BA and MA in Elementary Education from Virginia State University, she went on to focus on Early …