Our Staff
Church Administrator - Bishop Kevin D. McCraney
Administrative Assistant to the Pastor - Felicia Hicks Gaston
Admin. Assist to Church Administrator - Michelle D. Wingo
Minister of Music - Keith Hill
Church Accountant - Rev. John Spann, CPA
Director of Public Relations/ Media Development - Lee Kinloch
Youth Minister - Minister Quinn C. Rodgers
Dr. Leonzo D. Lynch, Pastor
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ldlynch@ebccharlotte.org
Dr. Leonzo D. Lynch has served as the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Charlotte , NC since April 1997. Dr. Lynch comes from a lineage of great preachers, the fifth generation in his family. He accepted the call to preach in 1981, and has served as a Pastor since 1984. Born in Greensboro and raised in Durham NC, Dr. Lynch received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a Master of Divinity Degree from Duke University Divinity School, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the United Theological Seminary.
He is the former Pastor of Winn Chapel Baptist Church, Mt. Olive, NC, Rock Spring Baptist Church, Creedmoor, NC, Mt. Level Baptist Church, Durham, NC, & Long Branch Baptist Church, Greenville, SC.
A noted national revivalist, speaker and lecturer, Dr. Lynch is currently the 3rd Vice President of the General Baptist State Convention of NC, Inc. {GBSC}. He is the Chairman of the Foreign Missions Committee, a member of the Executive Committee, the General Board, and the Evangelism Committee. He is the past 2nd Vice President of the GBSC, & past President of the GBSC Minister's Council. He is the former 3rd Vice Moderator and Institute Dean of the Mecklenburg General Baptist Association, and an instructor in the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc., Congress of Christian Education.
Listen to some of Dr. Lynch's sermons online here
Bishop Kevin D. McCraney
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kmccraney@ebccharlotte.org
Bishop Kevin D. McCraney, Is a graduate of the University of Akron, and former educator with both the public and charter school systems, where he served as a teacher, counselor, Asst. Principal and Principal. He also received his Master degree in Church Administration, from the International University of Grace & Truth.
Bishop McCraney has been a servant in ministry since 1975 when at the age of 16 he accepted God’s call to the ministry. He has served God’s people in many capacity on both the local, district and national levels as, Youth Chairman, Brotherhood Chairman, Director of Transportation, Choir Director and Pastor.
In 2005, he was appointed as Diocesan Bishop of Ohio for the World Assemblies of Restoration Inc. (W.A.R.) and currents serves as Chairman of the Board of Presbyters. Bishop McCraney is married to Lady Charlotte Rayford of Fort Worth, TX. and together they have three children, and six grandchildren.
Felicia Hicks Gaston, Administrative Assistant to the Pastor
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fgaston@ebccharlotte.org
Felicia Hicks Gaston grew up in Raleigh, NC, but has lived in Charlotte since 1993. She has served the Ebenezer Baptist Church since 1999, presently in the capacity of Administrative Assistant to the Pastor. Her work background includes 10+ years of human resources experience as well as 10+ years of church administration. She attended Wake Technical College in Raleigh and has a degree in Criminal Justice. She radically loves the Lord and worships Him through her ministry gifts of singing and writing. Felicia is currently working on a devotional for future publication. She further enjoys ministering to women, going to movies and spending time with family and friends.
Keith Hill, Minister of Music
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khill@ebccharlotte.org
Keith Hill is an educator for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools with over 20 years of experience. He was selected as Dilworth Elementary 2004-2005 Teacher of the Year and many other awards for dedication and appreciation. Keith has worked several years as a Validator for the Benchmarking session of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards and Certification Process held in Dallas, Texas. In 2002 Keith received his National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification.
Keith is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a degree in Music Education. After college Keith spent several years playing and singing with various bands. Keith later served in the capacity of Minister of Music for several local churches with his longest tenure prior to Ebenezer being with New Hampton Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, NC for 9 years.
Reverend John Spann,CPA, Church Accountant
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jspann@ebccharlotte.org
John W. Spann was born and reared in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. He attend local public schools and at the age of 10 confessed knowing Christ and accepted Him as Savior and Lord. After graduation from high school, John was blessed to receive a full basketball scholarship enabling him to attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He graduated in 1995 receiving the Bachelor of Science in Accounting and was further blessed to receive the Master of Science in Accounting in 1996 from the same institution.
Rev. Spann accepted his call to ministry after starting work with the Ernst and Young Accounting Firm in Raleigh, NC . He completed his Master of Divinity degree from Duke University Divinity School in May of 2000 and since 1996 has served as Church Accountant for Ebenezer Baptist Church. Reverend Spann recently completed the examination to become a Certified Public Accountant.
Lee Kinloch, Director of Public Relations/ Media Development
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lkinloch@ebccharlotte.org
Lee Kinloch is a native of Charleston, South Carolina but has called the Charlotte area his home for the past 18 years. He is a graduate of Montreat College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Lee has an extensive media background, having worked in Broadcast Television for more than 20 years.
In 2000, Lee and his wife started Kinloch Productions, Inc., a full-service video production company providing services to both local and national clients. Their company is credited with winning numerous National and International awards, including an Emmy. Now Lee brings his media experience and business expertise to Ebenezer.
Lee joined Ebenezer Baptist Church in 1998 and previously worked with the Youth Ministry. In 2008, Lee accepted the role as Director of Public Relations and Media Development with an emphasis on getting additional exposure for Ebenezer Baptist Church and it’s mission.
Lee is married to Von Kinloch and has three children: Kayce, Mikayla, and Weslee. They live in Harrisburg, NC.
Minister Quinn C. Rodgers - Youth Minister
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qrodgers@ebccharlotte.org
Minister Quinn C Rodgers is a dynamic speaker who is a native of Charlotte, NC and currently serves as the Youth Minister. In addition, he is the IT Media Tech at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. He received his ministerial License at University Park Baptist Church, for which he spent 7 seven years on staff, under the leadership of Bishop Claude R. Alexander, Jr.
He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he received the Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy with a minor in Sociology. At this time he is furthering his ministerial education at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary where he is pursing a Masters in Divinity and a Masters in Christian Leadership. He is very excited that he will graduate in 2010.
During his matriculation to UNCC, Minister Rodgers served as the vice-president of NAACP and was a member of the Black Student Union (BSU) organization. He currently is a faithful servant in the Kingdom of God. He serves as co-founder and director for the Sugar Creek 21st Century Learning Center, a program designed to help youth reach their potential through educational tutoring.
Minister Rodgers preaches around the city and has been offered preaching opportunities outside of the state of North Carolina, preaching at Kingdom Agenda 2005, & Youth Explosion 2004-2009. He is currently serving on the board as the Youth Director for the City-Wide Revival April 2010.
Other than preaching the word of God, Minister Rodgers enjoys spending time with his wife Falen, their daughter Kamaya, and going to the movies. More importantly he relishes spending intimate time with God.
Minister Michelle D. Wingo - Admin. Asst. to the Church Administrator/Accounts Payables
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Michelle D. Wingo is a native of Atlanta, GA but has called Charlotte, NC home since 1995. She is a graduate of Massey Business College with an Associates in Business Administration and has an extensive background in finance and business. In 1998 Michelle received her calling into the ministry and was licensed and ordained through the Glorious Fire Baptized Holiness Church of God, Inc. While serving on the ministerial staff there, Michelle served as Bookkeeper, Trustee, President of the Usher Board, Minister of Christian Education, and Special Projects. In 2000, Michelle matriculated to Queens Bible College in Charlotte. In 2005 she began New Life Theological Seminary, where she graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry. Michelle is currently a student at Liberty University concentrating in graduate studies in Accounting.
She enjoys preaching and teaching the Word of God and taking care of her 85 year old mother who suffers from Alzheimer's. Future endeavors include a book about her walk with her mother, her faith in God & Alzheimer's as well as a Social Services program for the homeless.
