Pastor Michael L. Zachary Sr. is a native of Opelousas, Louisiana. He is the youngest child of Joseph Zachary Sr. and Vera Hollier. Pastor Zachary is married to the former Elma J. Kinnerson. They have four children; Michael Jr., Anaiya, Malaya, and Alijah.
Pastor Zachary served as the Pastor of Peaceful Rest Missionary Baptist Church of Lufkin, Texas for 9 years. He's also served as an associate minister of First African Baptist Church, Lexington, Kentucky, First Baptist Church Lufkin, Texas, Little Zion and Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Opelousas, Louisiana.
Pastor Zachary serves as the 13th Pastor of Centerville Missionary Baptist Church. He accepted the call in December of 2015 and preached his first sermon titled "Reach Forward" on January 3, 2016 and was installed on March 13, 2016. He is leading us as we strive to be the church where "The Difference is Worth the Distance." His vision from God for us to achieve our mission is centered around "2 Chronicles 7:14 and 1 Corinthians 2:9."
Pastor Zachary received his Masters and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Pastoral Studies with a minor in Youth Ministry from Southwestern College in Winnfield, Kansas. He is currently enrollen in Lexington Theological Seminary working on his Doctoral Degree in Ministry.
Pastor Zachary has a love for community and helping kids. He has partnered with community leaders and church leaders to promote peace and safety in our cities. He is dedicated to the spiritual education of God's people and is the former Dean of the Consolidated Baptist District Educational Convention. He currently serves as the 2nd Vice President of the Consolidated Baptist District Educational Convention and the 2nd Vice President of the Ministers and Messengers for the General Association of Baptist in Ky.
Pastor Zachary is a retired First Sergeant in the US Army and has dedicated over 20 years of service in defense of our nation. Pastor Zachary is also a Kentucky Colonel, receiving his commission on September 3, 2014 by former Governor Steven Beshear.
He has been blessed to preach and teach in various churches and conventions throughout this country. His inspirational sermons have been uplifting and life-changing. He lives and preaches the Word of God with passion, boldness, and excitement with the hope that someone will hear, receive, and respond to the Call of Jesus Christ.
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