FIMBC Ministries

Ministers
Reverend Patrick Lyons
Minister Natalie Owens
Reverend Barby Saunders
Reverend Takim Brown
Minister Cheryll Cooks
Reverend Albert McWilliams
Minister Janis Pleasant
Reverend Earl Franklin
Minister Sheila Smith
Reverend Kevin Monk
Reverend Renard Lighter
Minister Lunye Franklin
Minister Freida Bacerra
Reverend James Barber

Deacons
Billy Payne, Chairman
Richard Bazy
Eugene Davis
John Dyer
Carl Billingsley
Kenneth Pleasant
David Thomas
Leonard Jones
Danny Johnson
Ray Fleming
Brian McDaniel, Sr.
Wallace Washington
Antone Curtis
Eudre Smith
Jonathan Gray

Music Department
Eric Benford, Director

Administration/Office
Diane Bazy
Melvin Nelson

Website
Joslyn Perkins

Prayer Band became the mainstay of this group of 23 and their identity as "The Inspirational Prayer
Group" evolved. Realizing that their entire group of saints comprised a minister, ushers, singers,
deacons and prayer warriors, they were led to hold a worship service on their own. On Sunday
September 5, 1993 at the Rowley Park Auditorium in Gardena, they held a complete worship service and
for the first time realized what God hand placed in their hands and what He had called them to do. Forty-
two men, women, & children assembled for this service.
With the assistance of Associate Minister Rev. Rafer Owens of Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church,
the group of assemblers were blessed to move their services to the Greater Faith sanctuary and
worshipped twice a month on Sunday afternoons for the next few months. Rev Albert McWilliams was
officiating minister.
On Saturday July 30, 1994, twenty-three adult members of the Inspirational Prayer Group met and voted
to organize officially as a body of Christian believers and Faith Inspirational came into existence.
From July 1994 through today, our growth has been nothing short or miraculous! From 7 prayer warriors
to 537 in just 7 short years not to be taken lightly.
In 1995, we began the search for a leader. Rev. Rafer Owens of Greater Faith was our close friend and
was already teaching our Thursday Night Bible Study regularly. The Lord laid this young man on our
hearts and in our minds and under the direction of the Holy Spirit, he was called to pastor Faith
Inspirational. Rafer accepted God's call in April of that year and was installed in May.
The focus of our church is "Saving Souls and Changing lives.

Spiritual Leaders of the fastest growing churches physically located in the city of Compton. They share a
genuine love for God's people and sincere concern for the spiritual, physically and economic growth and
prosperity of the City of Compton. Parents of six children, they are energetic role models for young and
old alike.

President: Camille Fleming

This Department is a vital function to the orderliness of the church. The Ushers’ pleasantly greet
members and visitors, maintain crowd control and assist in receiving tithes and offerings. They also
distribute the weekly bulletins and visitor cards.

Superintendent: Travestine Casey

President: Anoinette Saunders

This Board exists to glorify God by overseeing the education and discipleship of the people in His word,
and equipping them to live Godly lives that are transformed through Jesus Christ.

Director: Freida Becerra
Teen Girls Directors: Jasmine Kelly & Erica Pimentel

Anointed adults who love God and love our youth staff the Youth Department/Ministry. Together, they
coordinate the spiritual and secular activities of the Youth Department, administer the religious training
and teaching and oversee all youth-related events and activities of the church. The vision is to encourage
youth through fellowship; equipt them through discipleship; and empower them to evangelize. The Youth
Department covers three age groups: 4 - 6 years, 7 - 12 years and 13 -18 years. Thursday evening topical
Bible Study, monthly outings and special activities, Children's Church/Worship and academic tutoring are
just part of the projects in place to help young Christians become scripturally sound soul-winners, and
aid them in understanding God's will for their lives

Director: Veronica Billingsley

This ministry is dedicated to having every woman of Faith Inspirational know who she is as a woman of
God, to teach women to stand as sisters and mentors to our younger women, to train the women to be
holy, good wives and mothers, and to raise up women of God from every walk of life, regardless of past
failures. All female Faith Inspirational members are inherently and automatically a part of this ministry.
Prayer Breakfasts, conferences/retreats and seminars are just some of the activities promoted,
sponsored and supported by the Women’s Ministry.

Director: Rev. Barby Saunders

The Men's Ministry of Faith is committed to building strong men of faith in accordance with the Word of
God, who are the spiritual, physical, financial and moral heads of their households. All male Faith
Inspirational members are inherently and automatically a part of this ministry. The Men’s Ministry hosts
an Annual Men’s Conference, and holds monthly fellowships and meetings.

Directors: Rev Patrick & Mia Lyons

The “1+1=1” ministry focuses on the needs of married couples, with emphasis on relationships as they
are outlined in the Word of God. Counseling on all aspects of marriage is provided for couples engaged
and contemplating marriage, newlyweds, as well as currently married couples who might be
experiencing marital difficulties. The ministry is also a social outlet for married couples by sponsoring
retreats and social events periodically throughout the year, always incorporating the precepts of the
Bible in all activities.

Director: Minister Cheryll Cooks

This ministry’s focus is to provide a warm atmosphere where single men and women can come together
and fellowship in a fun-filled Christian environment, and to enjoy activities and celebrate their season of
singleness. The goals of this ministry are: Preparation for marriage, security in singleness, and to serve
as an inspiration to other singles. Objective: That every single man and woman would be whole, knowing
their purpose in the plan of God for their lives. Motto: To be real to what you feel, but to stand on what you
know. Scripture: James 1:4 - "But let patience have her perfect work, that ye be perfect and entire,
wanting nothing."

Melvin Nelson- New Members Classes
Wanda Williams- New Members Follow Up

The Goal of New Members' Classes is to teach each New Member according to Scripture the meaning of:
Faith, Knowledge, Obedience and Prayer … and how to apply this teaching to their individual lives. They
are also taught the "Keys to the Kingdom" which will aid them in unlocking doors and thriving in their
Christian Walk.

Alongside the Evangelism Department, Follow-up works closely to record all information from the new
converts. This Department continually keeps track of them through phone calls and letters to ensure
their growth in the knowledge of Jesus Christ

Director: Eundre Smith

The Media Ministry has the responsibility for taping all worship services and providing the highest quality
tapes and videos for the members in attendance, as well as for mailing to those who are sick and shut-
in. This ministry maintains the church's Audio Tape/Video Library of all messages, and is the resource
for all materials pertaining to the recorded services. Incidental to the above, this ministry insures the
equality and balance of the sound system [microphones] in conjunction with the needs of the Music
Department of Faith.

Director: Idella Jackson

"Young At Heart" is evidence that Faith Inspirational has place for everyone to fit in. This auxiliary is
composed of saints of God who are 55 years of age and older. They gather regularly for fellowship and
social activities, and also sponsor worship services on the 5th Sunday of months having five Sundays.
These Christians are senior role models for young men and women, and encompass a wealth of
knowledge and experience on many levels that is made available to everyone.

Director: Abbie Owens

Director: Minister Cheryll Cooks

Director: Mia Lyons

If requested, this ministry provides repast services (meal preparation, serving, and dining area set-up)
for Faith members who have lost loved-ones.

Directors: Denise Grier & Rev. Barby Saunders

Warmly greeting and welcoming both visitors and members alike, the Greeters Ministry is the “first face
of Faith Inspirational Missionary Baptist Church.” They are responsible for meeting the needs of our
leaders, special guests, and ministers through cordial, joyful, and cheerful service.

Directors: Diane Jones & Donna Williams

The purpose of this ministry is to provide and assist Faith's youth and young adults with tutoring
assistance in Math and Language (which would include reading), and provide career development
information for continuing education and/or entering the work force after high school. The goal of this
ministry is to help bring Faith's youth and young adults that are below average or not performing well in
Math and Language to a level that will allow them to maintain an above average grade (C+ and better),
and help students that are performing well maintain at that level or better. Another important facet of this
ministry is assisting Faith's youth and young adults with obtaining positions in their desired careers by
attending college and career fairs and technique building seminars.

Directors: Rev. Kevin & Anika Monk

Director: Sylvester Franklin

Community outreach program dedicated to mentoring, counseling and educating children, utilizing a safe
and qualified volunteer based organization in the greater Compton area.

Minister of Music: Eric Benford
The mission of this ministry is to provide quality music through the highest level of praise to enrich the
lives of people through music, singing and dancing.

Director: Verna Henry
The purpose of the ministry is to assist Christians in obtaining a healthy weight and lifestyle through a
combination of biblical principals, exercise and group support.