PASTOR'S PAGE -

The Reverend Odinga Lawrence Maddox, II

About Our Pastor Education: AST, Theology, Berean Bible College, Akron, OH B.A. (Suma Cum Laude) Pastoral Ministry, Bethany Divinity College, Dothan, AL M.A., (Suma Cum Laude) Pastoral Ministry, Bethany Seminary, Dothan, AL Doctoral Candidate, Bethany Seminary, Dothan LA   Awards & Civic Recognition: 2000 - Black History Academy Award, Asbury United Methodist Church, Atlantic City, NJ  2006 - "Who's Who in America" 2006 - Religious & Community Involvement Award - NAACP, Atlantic City Chapter   Ministerial Achievements:  - 1994 - Preached Trial Sermon at the Wesley Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, Akron, OH -1996 - Appointed as pastor of St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church, Coraopolis, PA - 1998 - Appointed as pastor of Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, Atlantic City, NJ - Auditor, NJ Annual Conference -Dean, Camden Dist. School for Local Preachers -President, Pan-Methodist Ministerial Alliance of Atlantic City & Vicinity - Cleric Officer, Atlantic City Minister's Home Detention Program for Youth Pastor Maddox is a charismatic and energetic pastor. Under his leadership, at the St. Paul Church, the congregation grew, the Music Dept. increased from one choir to four and the A.M.E. Zion Church reinstated its presence in the community. Price Memorial is a church rich in history with a people committed to working to upbuild the Kingdom of God. Under Rev. Maddox's leadership, major debts have been liquidated, major repairs have been made to the church edifice including restoration of stained glass windows and the modernization of restrooms. The church has upgraded its office equipment and purchased a new state of the art Hammond Organ. e-mail our pastor here It should also be noted that our pastor serves as the CEO of the Zion Redevelopment CDC, Inc. Zion Redevelopment has many outreach programs including the S.T.E.P.S. Free Tutorial Program and the 2nd Helping Food Pantry that assists over 300 persons monthly with emergency food. These ministries have positively impacted the community, but most importantly, many new souls have been saved! He and wife Nancy have five children. Come see for yourself, the marvelous works that are happening through the Price Memorial Church.

WHEN SHOULD YOU CALL YOUR PASTOR? Pastors are among the gifts given to the church by God for the perfectng of His people. God has called and assigned Watchmen and Women to lead us toward Spiritual Grace and Perfection. Their task is phenomenal. There are times in our everyday lives when we need their spiritual support on days other than Sunday. It's important to know when you should call your pastor: When You're Facing A Serious Problem - Most ministers have been trained to help people with their family, personal and other problems. Don't allow your problem to get too big for you. When Someone You Know is Interested in the Church - We constantly meet new people and have relationships with co-workers, neighbors, classmates and even family members who have not united with a local church. Put in a good word for your church and inform your pastor about perspective members. When There is Illness - Your pastor is as near as a phone call. His or her counsel and prayer will be very helpful when you or a loved one is sick. When There is Death - When a family member dies, CALL YOUR PASTOR FIRST! He or she can provide comfort and the proper directions concerning arrangements for the departed. When You Must Make an Important Decision - The view point of your pastor as a Spiritual Advisor can provide a different perspective and outlook of your situation. When There is a Wedding Being Planned - Marriage is a life long commitment and sould not be entered into lightly. Several counseling sessions with the pastor are mandatory by many pastors. When One Desires to Become a Christian - Tell your pastor about those you know who are conidering Salvation. He or she may want to meet with them personally. _____________________________________________________