MEET OUR PASTORS

Meet Our Pastors

Pastor Raymond E. Lyons III “Pastor Ray” is a Pastor, husband, father, son, public servant and loyal friend. He is a native of Florida, the son of the late Raymond E Lyons II and Minnie Lyons. He is the father of 6 children, which includes one step-son. Pastor Raymond was nurtured and educated in Florida, attending Brevard Community College, Bethune Cookman College, and most recent, Argosy University, where he is pursuing a Bachelors degree in Psychology.  Pastor Ray dedicated His life to Christ at a young age; however, it was not until he began attending Faith Temple Christian Center (FTCC), under the auspices of Pastor Shaun Ferguson, where he began to respond to the call that God has on his life. While at FTCC, he served as an Armor Bearer for many years and had many leadership experiences. In 2007, Pastor Ray transitioned from FTCC to Redeemed Christian Church, in Orlando FL. It was here that he began operating in the five fold ministry and under the leadership and direction of Pastor’s Steve and Gladys Nwanko, he would begin holding weekly worship services at Joes Lee Smith Recreational Center, in Cocoa, FL. In 2011, Pastor Raymond accepted the call of Pastor and has since been fighting the good fight of faith, and working side by side with his wife as one of the Senior Pastors of Greater Faith In Christ Ministries.  Pastor Ray has extensive training in spiritual warfare, prayer and serving; to name a few and he believes that with God, all things are possible. Pastor Ray has a heart for God’s people and his desire is to fulfill the commission of the Lord found in Mark 16:15, which states “And he said unto them, Go you into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” 

Phone Number

800.519.1981

Email

rel@gficministries.com

Pastor La Shonda D. Smith-Lyons (A.K.A. Prophetess La Shonda) is a woman on the move, and is determined to obediently pursue and walk into the purpose and plan that God has ordained for her life, as she believes that faith without works is dead. Pastor La Shonda boldly proclaims that she loves the Lord with all of her heart, and truly believes that God sent His only begotten son Jesus to die “for us” and for “our sins”. She is a woman of character, integrity and humility, and desires for God to use her “For Such a Time as This.” Pastor La Shonda is an anointed preacher, dynamic motivational speaker, author and entrepreneur and her no-nonsense, no hold barred motivational style will rob you of every excuse. Additionally, her unique presentation will teach, inspire, and empower all who hear her to new levels of achievement.

Pastor La Shonda was born in Shreveport, LA., and is one of the five children born to Milton and Annie Smith. She is a mother, and a loyal and faithful friend. She is the founder and one of the Senior Pastors of Greater Faith in Christ Ministries, which is currently under the spiritual covering of Apostle Ken Cox, of Where Eagles Fly, Durham, N.C. Pastor La Shonda is also the founder of The Pillar of Hope Worldwide Outreach, Inc., whose goal is to provide services and economic empowerment activities that strengthen the community.

Her love for the arts and entertainment arena caused her to birth Spirited Soul Productions (SSP) in May of 2005. The mission of SSP is to seek and save the lost through various Christian & family based productions including, but not limited to Gospel Plays, Concerts, Teen Summits, and more. She is the author of many copy-written Gospel Plays, which have been premiered in Southern California and Central Florida. Pastor La Shonda is also a two times honors graduate, holding a Bachelors degree in Human Services and a Masters Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy and currently works as a Contracted Clinician where she counsels individuals suffering from mental illnesses. She also has a PHd in Theology from PenteFaith Biblical Studies Institute. Additionally, she is pursuing a Doctorate Degree in Counseling Psychology. Within the fivefold ministry, Pastor La Shonda holds the ordinations of Evangelist, Prophetess and Pastor, and her favorite scripture can be found in Philippians 4:12-13.

Phone Number

800.519.1981

Email

LDSL@gficministries.com

Website

lashondadsmith.com