Adams A. Edwards
Once
in a generation a man is called of God to out above others as
a great leader and preacher. Superintendent Adams A. Edwards
was born April 14, 1942 in St. Helena Parish to the late Bennie
and Missionary Cora Edwards. Superintendent Edwards married
Missionary Elsia M. Edwards on February 4, 1962. They are the
proud parents of six children, four boys and two girls. In May
1963, Superintendent Adams Edwards was appointed pastor of the
St. Rock Church of God In Christ and resides presently. He is
not only a gospel preacher, he is also a chosen builder called
by God.
In 1979 Superintendent Edwards organized and built the Osceola
Church of God In Christ. He served as shepherd over the Church
until 1997. At this time, he resigned as pastor and favored
one of his sons in the gospel, Elder Harris Reams,Jr. as pastor.
He has built four churches in Eastern Louisiana Third Jurisdiction.
Superintendent Edwards was appointed Pastor of the Greater
Gloryland Church Of God In Christ, Walker, Louisiana in
October 1982 and presently resides. He is committed to serve
the Lord with his many talents. His commitment is motivated
by his sense of dedication to the divine call. With an eagerness
to educate others concerning God’s Word. Superintendent
Adams Edwards has established the Charles Harrison Bible Institute
at Greater Gloryland.
Superintendent Edwards possesses the personification of selfishness.
He responsible for instituting several programs for the betterment
of humanity in the community. Such as feeding the community,
the Big Sister Outreach and Tract Ministry. For his consistent
and dedicated work, the Lord saw fit to elevate him. Bishop
Howard Quillen appointed him as State Sunday School Superintendent
of Eastern Louisiana Third Jurisdiction. Presently he serves
as a member of the State Sunday School Finance Committee. He
has served faithfully in all areas of Sunday School service.
He also serves as the Vice-President of the International Sunday
School of the Church of God In Christ Worldwide. Superintendent
Edwards holds various positions in the National Church. He is
Chairman of the AIM Souvenir Book, Chairman of the State Sunday
School Superintendent Council of the International Sunday School
and Sunday School Superintendent of Eastern Louisiana Third.
Superintendent Edwards, a servant of God, with a vision to up
build the Kingdom of God by presenting Jesus Christ to many
souls.
He is revered today as one of the heroes of our faith. Wherever
he travels he witness for our Lord and Savior.
