our leaders:

A Man of God

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Pastor Henry J. Brown

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In November 1986, Pastor Henry J. Brown accepted his calling to preach the gospel. In February 1987, Pastor Brown preached his first sermon from Matthew 7:7-8 entitled, "An Invitation to Christ." Pastor Henry J. Brown has a tremendous passion for God's wprd coupled with a love for God's people. He has a contagious spirit of generosity that flows through every facet of his ministry. Having received his mandate from God, Pastor Brown, obediently fulfills his calling as Pastor of First Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church and Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He is committed to creating and cultivating an authentic church experience that glorfies God and exceeds all expectations. His unwavering faith and compassion for God, allows him to empower God's people with purpose and praise to continue yeilding great results in the kingdom of God.

Pastor Brown is united in holy matrimony with First Lady Minister Erma C. Brown. They are proud grandparents as they have reared three beautiful adults; Mrs. TeMeisha (Terris) Mackey, Mr. Torynce Brown, and Mr. Terol (Callener) Brown. They love and cherish their adorable grandchildren.