THE TEAM

MINISTERIAL
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Called by God. Committed to the vision. Serving the people of Thankful Baptist Church with purpose and humility.
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EXECUTIVE MINISTER Eld. Claudius Blanding Elder Blanding serves as the Executive Minister of Thankful Baptist Church, providing strategic leadership and pastoral oversight alongside Pastor V. His dedication to the vision of significance over success is reflected in every area of ministry he touches.
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CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR Sis. Marcia Brown Sister Brown serves as the Church Administrator of Thankful Baptist Church, ensuring the day-to-day operations of the church run with excellence and efficiency. From communications to coordination, she is the organizational heartbeat behind the scenes — keeping the ministry moving forward so the mission stays on track.
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ASSOCIATE MINISTER, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Min. Dwayne Thompson Minister Thompson leads the Christian Education ministry at Thankful, equipping believers at every age with the knowledge and understanding of God's Word. His passion for teaching transforms how our members engage Scripture and apply it to everyday life.
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DIRECTOR, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Sis. Cenithia Grant Sister Grant directs the Youth and Young Adult ministries at Thankful, building bridges between generations and ensuring that every young person who walks through our doors is met with truth, love, and a community designed for their season.
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ASSOCIATE MINISTER, MEN'S MINISTRY Min. Cedric Thomas Minister Thomas leads the Men's Ministry at Thankful, sharpening men through accountability, prayer, and purpose-driven brotherhood. His leadership reflects the conviction that men who kneel before God stand taller everywhere else.
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DIRECTOR, SOCIAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT Min. Ayana Bryant Minister Bryant directs the Social Media Engagement ministry at Thankful, extending the reach of the Thankful life into the digital space. Her creative vision ensures that the message of gratitude, faith, and community reaches people wherever they scroll.
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ASSOCIATE MINISTER, PRAYER & INTERCESSION Min. Beverly Nesbitt Minister Nesbitt leads the Prayer and Intercession ministry at Thankful, anchoring every ministry, every service, and every decision in prayer. Her leadership ensures that the spiritual foundation of this church is fortified daily through fervent, faithful intercession.
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ASSOCIATE MINISTER Min. Ben Rivers Minister Rivers serves as an Associate Minister at Thankful Baptist Church, supporting the pastoral team and serving the body with faithfulness and dedication. His commitment to the vision of Thankful strengthens every area of ministry he serves.
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Thankful Baptist Church Living with gratitude.
Loving with courage.
Serving with purpose.
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