Elders & Deacons

 

• Elder Jimmy Hawkins, Retired, Kennedy Space Center

• Elder Joyce Hawkins, Supervisor, Community Credit Union

• Deacon Emeritus Ola Taylor, Retired, Brevard County School Board

 

MINISTERS
 

Reverend Mack Akins, Former United States Airforce, Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Christian Theology

 

Minister Lois Hardy, Retired Engineer from United Space Alliance

 

Minister Leatrice Blatch, currently works as a Teacher, Graduated from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.

 

Minister Jessica Hicks, currently works as an Academic Administrator / Teacher I, Graduated from Barry University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and an AS General and AS Degree in Computer Information Technology from Eastern Florida State College.

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MINISTRIES

 

Men’s Ministry:  Led by Brother Shelley Hardy, this ministry is committed to helping men grow in their relationship with God and the building of friendships with other Godly men.  The Men’s Ministry teach young men what it means to be a Godly man, thereby building spiritually stronger men, husbands, fathers, families and churches.

 

Women’s Ministry:  Led by Sister Linda Blatch and Minister Lois Hardy, this ministry is for Women of all ages and serves to connect women in the community while empowering them in their relationship with God.

 

Youth Ministry:  Led by Minister Jessica Hicks, the goal of this ministry is provide youth of all ages with the resources to grow spiritually, the skills and support groups to make wise decisions at critical times in their lives, empower them to live a disciplined Godly life and encourage them to become spiritual leaders.

 

Music Ministry:  Led by Brother Derrick and Christina Blassingame, the goal of this ministry is to accompany, enhance and facilitate the musical talents of all church members.  

 

Evangelism Ministry:  Led by Minister Mack Akins, the goal of this ministry is to bring souls to Christ by establishing outreach groups and other medians to teach the word of God.

 

Finance & Budget Ministry:  Led by Sister Chyrell Gibbs-Sullivan, this ministry is committed to working with families to assist them with establishing budgets and managing their finances.

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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

 

• The Life Center Academy, operating since July 2012 is located at the Gibson Center, 835 Sycamore St. Titusville, Florida.  The goal of the Life Center Academy is to effect long lasting change in the lives of our students that will not only provide them with the highest quality education but will also promote high self-esteem, a desire to obtain a college education and empower them to make good career choices, to become problem solvers and have a positive impact on their community.  The Life Center Academy serves children grades Kindergarten through eighth grade. It employs seven (7) teachers, two (2) (assistants), a secretary, and a contracted accountant. The Life Center Academy not only provides it students with a quality education but strongly encourage parent participation and offers scholarships, tutoring, counseling, transportation, referrals, and a variety of extra-curricular activities.  

 

• Kids Night Out, began in 2014 and is carried out through the utilization of volunteers and donations.  It is held weekly on Monday night (except for Holidays). Youth kindergarten through high school age are encouraged to participate.  Participating youth are provided transportation (if needed), an evening meal and activities which include arts and craft, games and more.

 

• Boys and Girls Dance Groups began in 2014 as an activity of the Life Center Academy.  Youth are taught a variety of dance steps engaging their creative and artistic sides.  Youth involved in these activities can perform at many local community and public events.

 

• Fall Festival/Trunk- A- Treat, began in 2014.  This event is done annually at the Gibson Center and Isaac Campbell Park.  Partnerships have included Brevard County Parks & Recreation and other local community Organizations.  This event features games, activities, and the traditional treats for youth and their families

 

• Thanksgiving Food Giveaway began in 2014 and is held annually.  Food donations are collected from individuals and various organizations to provide families with a nutritious Thanksgiving meal.

 

• Christmas Toy Giveaway began in 2014 and consist of the adoption of needy families by volunteers.  Volunteers donate food and toys to selected families to make their Christmas merrier.

 

• Community Garden, beginning in 2016, the Garden is located at the Gibson Center on land that Brevard County owns and has given the CLC permission to use.  The goal is to provide access to traditional produce or nutritionally rich foods that may otherwise be unavailable to low-income families and individuals.  Additionally, the Garden provides an opportunity for education and community involvement. To date financial and in-kind resources have been received from Brevard County Parks and Recreation, The Titusville Chapter of the Eastern Star, Doctors Goodwill Foundation and Wild Ocean Seafood Market.  

 

• Gibson Center Gymnasium Management and Operations:  Through a contract awarded in August 2017, CLC began the operation and management of the Gibson Center Gymnasium providing staffing and creating a wide range of fitness and educational programs and community activities for all ages to expand opportunities for recreation, education, arts, cultural activities, large events benefiting the community, mentoring, sporting events, STEM educational programs and senior programs to benefit the citizens and general public of Brevard County.

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• Tutoring & Mentoring: Through a financial award from the City of Titusville and a contract that will begin in October 2018, CLC will be expanding its existing tutoring and mentoring program.

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