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Westin Hotel - Atlanta Airport
4736 Best Road
Atlanta, GA 30337

Cornerstone of Faith Christian Church
P.O.Box 54837
Atlanta, GA 30308

404-260-7396

404-260-7397

Minister Tory Thurman:

Minister Tory Thurman was born in Atlanta, GA on January 4, 1986. He received salvation at the age 6 years old and has been on fire for the lord ever since. Min. Thurman has always had a love for music, singing and the arts. He was a faithful member of the school chorus and marching band for many years. He began to direct choirs and bands while in middle school and became the choir director for the Redan High School gospel choir during his Sophomore year. After graduating from Redan High School, Min. Thurman attended the University of West Georgia with a major in Music and Business. He has appeared on Good Morning America, starred in "The Wiz", and was a contestant on the show “American Idol” during the fourth season. Min. Thurman most recently completed a musical project with Bishop Eddie Long featuring, Dorinda Clark Cole, Tye Tribbett, Mary Mary and the GW's. This album is scheduled for release in late spring 2009. He is also a branch Manager at Best Bank in Atlanta. In all his accomplishments, Min. Thurman has continued to remain humble and loyal to the word of God and has dedicated his life to serving the Lord Jesus Christ.

By being sensitive to the voice and spirit of the Lord, Minister Thurman leads the Music & Arts Ministry in its pursuit to provide true and authentic worship. The Music & Arts Ministry’s mission is to honestly and truthfully set an atmosphere of praise and worship that is pleasing to God. The ministry desires to use our gifts, "for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, and for the edifying of the body of Christ." (Ephesians 4:12) To ultimately uplift, inspire, motivate and encourage the body of Christ, while giving God the glory and the honor he deserves. The ministry believes firmly in worshiping the Lord in spirit and in truth each and every Sunday, and understands that if God be lifted up, He will draw all men to himself. The ministry’s aim is to lift the Lord’s name through song, dance, art, music and all the creative gifts and talents that the Lord has blessed us with; refusing to be ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ; endeavoring to share our love for Him with you. By being obedient to the word of God and the leadership of our Pastor, Min. Thurman is excited about doing the work of the Lord and the building up of the body of Christ. So come join him, the Music & Arts Ministry and the Cornerstone Faith Christian Church family as we exalt the name of Lord together!

Minister Monique Hinton:

Min. Monique Oliver Hinton is a 1983 graduate of Harris County High School in Hamilton GA. She obtained her associates degree in accounting from Kerr Business College in Lagrange, GA. Min. Hinton attended World Harvest Bible College in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Divine Faith Ministries Bible College in Jonesboro, GA.

After accepting Christ at an early age, Min. Hinton learned from her grandmother the importance of prayer and serving in the local church. The lessons taught at her grandmother’s table and Sunday school formed the foundation for her calling and love for teaching and serving in the church.

Min. Hinton served at Divine Faith Ministries for 16 years where she worked in every area of ministry and obtained her ministry license. While serving at DFM and working closely with her pastor, Min. Hinton’s gift of organization and planning opened the door for a relationship with both Pastor Rod Parsley and his mother Ellen Parsley of World Harvest Ministries.

Min. Hinton served as Armor Bearer of Mrs. Ellen Parsley for 3 years.  During that time, she trained others throughout the country on how to serve men and women of God.  The power of prayer and the true intimacy of praise and worship have continued to prepare Min. Hinton for her ministry of service to others.

Now a member of Cornerstone of Faith, Min. Hinton’s vast knowledge and commitment to serving the needs of Church leadership are valued gifts she brings with her as she assists with the vision of Pastor Stover.  Her vision for the Pastoral Care ministry is to equip men and women with the tools and biblical knowledge of serving.

Min. Hinton’s greatest calling is being the mother of two wonderful children, Brandon (25) and Brittney (19).  She is also the grandmother of two precious girls, Crystalyn and Marley. 

Minister Gwen Cooper:  

Min. Gwen Cooper is the Prayer & Disciple Covering Minister at Cornerstone of Faith. The Prayer & Disciple Covering Ministry is designed to foster personal, corporate and intercessory prayer within the church. It is also charged with praying for the sick, infirmed, or bereaved and works in tandem with the Cornerstone Cares Hospitality Ministry to meet the spiritual prayer needs of our disciples.

Min. Cooper has earned an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies from Beulah Heights University. She is currently pursuing her Master of Arts Degree in Biblical Leadership at Beulah Heights University. Min. Cooper’s educational pursuits and actions have opened her heart to know God in such a special and profound way. Her greatest desire is to share the impact of the movement of God through and in her life with others. She is a mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and a friend to many, but above all, she is a woman of great faith. If you were to ask Min. Cooper, “what has kept you going at times when all may have seemed lost”, her reply would be, “the power of prayer.” She is a woman that believes in the power of prayer and its manifestation. Min. Cooper has served in the Ministry of Intercessory Prayer and Outreach. She is a member of Women on the Battlefield, Inc., a national prayer and support group of women that meet each morning at 5:30 AM via conference call to lift up church leaders, ministry concerns, and issues surrounding God’s people worldwide. She feels indebted to those whom God has placed in her life to deposit the riches of His glory, and believes that “to whom much is given, much is required.” Min. Cooper knows that prayer is the lifeline of the church; initiating small acts of love that become the bridge to walk with others as they crossover to a place where purpose-filled lives are being built on the foundation of God’s Word through the Power of Prayer, which brings about change and hope for a brighter future.

 

Dr. Terescah Liane Lemon:

”A charge to keep I have, a GOD to glorify…”

Dr. Terescah Lemon is a Counseling Psychologist with extensive training in educational and counseling psychology.  Dr. Lemon attended St. Agnes Parochial School and Ursuline Academy High School before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Upon completing her undergraduate studies, Dr. Lemon went on to Atlanta University, in Atlanta, Georgia, to earn a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work.  She earned a Doctorate of Philosophy degree in Counseling and Psychological Services from Clark Atlanta University. 

“A never-dying soul to save, and fit it for the sky…”

Dr. Lemon is a National Board Certified Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor.  In addition, Dr. Lemon holds certifications in School Social Work, School Counseling, and Educational Leadership.  Dr. Lemon is currently employed with the DeKalb County School System in Decatur, Georgia.  She is also a faculty member at Argosy University in the Professional Counseling Department. 

“To serve this present age, my calling to fulfill…”

Dr. Lemon is a phenomenal Educator and Trainer.  She specializes in child and adolescent psychology and special needs assessment.  Dr. Lemon is an excellent motivational speaker.  Her work and life experiences result in a “balanced” professional who can connect with everyone.  Dr. Lemon’s private practice/consulting business caters to adults in transition (i.e. making life-changing decisions) and those who need help finding their way.  The motto of her business summarizes her beliefs as a therapist and as a human being- “if it matters to you . . . it matters”.  Dr. Lemon believes that we have a responsibility to fulfill the purpose for which we were created.  She declares that "the vision and the provision for our lives are destined for those of us who dare to trust and act."

“O may it all my powers engage to do my Master’s will”

Dr. Lemon was licensed as GOD’s Minister in May of 2003.  She truly believes that GOD has anointed and appointed her for “such a time as this”. As Minister of Protocol she is charged with keeping decency and order in the house of God; balancing the flow of time and the flow of anointing during the worship experience. As Minister of Disciple Development, Dr. Lemon is charged with the total spiritual and academic development of the disciples of Cornerstone of Faith. She also avails herself to provide professional and spiritual counseling to the disciples regardless of age or stage of life. Dr. Lemon is a true testament that, to whom much is given, more is required; faithfully giving of her resources, talents, and time to ensure that better is ALWAYS a possibility.

 

Minister Rodrick Johnson:

Minister Rodrick Johnson was born on October 5, 1985 to Richard and Carolyn Johnson. Being reared in a Christian home and attending Christian school’s the majority of his childhood, led Min. Johnson to become passionate about winning souls for Christ. He first heard and acknowledged his call to preach at the age of 13, and after years of running, he finally submitted and answered his call to ministry at the age of 20. 

Min. Johnson attended the University of West Georgia for two years majoring in Early Childhood Education with a minor in music. Today, he is currently matriculating through Beulah Heights University with a major in Biblical Education and minor in Leadership and Administration. He enjoys studying end-time Bible prophecy and welcomes, with expectancy, the second coming of Jesus the Christ. Min. Johnson is also a student pilot with Superior Flight School where he has acquired flying hours toward his private pilot’s license. His vision for the Youth Ministry at Cornerstone, as well as abroad, is to effectively empower our youth to higher standards through Biblical principles and ethical values; building strong leaders and ambassadors, like the Apostle Paul, for the Kingdom of God. Min. Johnson plans to actively involve the youth in an engaging manner that makes the word of God relevant and real to their generation. This will be experienced through bible study, church school, music & arts, and recreational activities all geared toward generation next! The Lord has pronounced abundance and increase upon His chosen people, so come join Min. Johnson, the Youth Ministry and the entire Cornerstone of Faith Family and we implore God to take us to the next dimension in Him. Let us “Upgrade You!”