Featured Pastor

Rev. Benjamin Hooks

GREATER MIDDLE BAPTIST CHURCH,
Memphis, TN

As pastor of Greater Middle Baptist Church for more than 50 years, Rev. Hooks has been a part of numerous outreach efforts designed to fulfill his mission. As the NAACP executive director for 15 years until 1992, this longtime civil rights leader and pastor believes in a personal touch when it comes to outreach. That's why his church - comprising 1,100 members - still prides itself in personal interaction with the people of the community.

COMMENTS:

How do you measure the success of your organization?
We measure success by our ability to spread God's Word. Preaching the Word to the people is our measuring tool. I do the best I can with what I have.

What role do faith-based organizations play in society today?
Our role is to learn to treat others well and to work to help people receive salvation.

What advice would you give others on how they can cultivate their vision and make a difference?
Try as best you can. Be grateful for what God has done for you and always remember the Golden Rule.