Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church “Celebrating Our Humble Giant” Pastor Joe Cephus Johnson
A Favorite Scripture - Psalms 84:11 “For the LORD God is a sun and shield; The LORD bestows favor and honor. No good thing does He withhold from those who walk upright.”
Order of Service
Presiding........ Reverend Nellie Bacon Opening Song ……...……………..…………… “Going Up Yonder”.……………….………………………………… Choir Prayer……………………………………………………..……….........……………………………....Deacon Jeremiah Johnson Scripture…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………….……Psalms 84:11 Occasion “Why We Remember and Celebrate”….................................................Christal Walker Song “Thine Shall the Glory Be”……………..............……………………………………………………………….….....Choir A Man, A Motivator, A Model…………………………….…………………………………….Deacon Victor Bacon A Wise Man, A Willing Man, A Watchful Man…………………...….Reverend William Bradley A Pastor, A Patriarch, A Persona.....................................................................Bishop Victor T. Curry
The Family
Eric D. Johnson, Sr. Deacon Jeremiah Johnson Elder Katrice Johnson Lady Jacqueline Allen …………........………………………………….....………………………....“More Than Enough” Offering
There are special people in our lives who never leave us, even after they’re gone. ~ Unknown
The Church Family (2) Minutes
Felicia Allen.........................................................................................................................Spiritual Attendants Deacon Larry Stafford….....................................................................................................................…Deacons Deaconess Lula Roker…...................................................................................................................Deaconess Cassandra Jordan Allen…...............................................................................Pastor’s Esteem Ministry Esther Florence ……………....................................................................................................Women’s Ministry Judy McFadden…………................................................................................Christian Education Ministry Betty DeJean …............................................................................................................................................Missions Reverend Imogene Brown ……………..................................................................................Music Ministry Elder Katrice Johnson/Christal Walker..................................................................... Youth Ministry Bertha James………...................................................................................................................Culinary Ministry Ministerial Team ...........................................................................................................................................Tribute Medley of Pastor Johnson’s Favorite Songs…………………………………………………......……….......Choir Words of Encouragement…………………………………………………………………....Pastor Wayne Allen, Sr. Song………………….....……………….” It is Well With My Soul”.......................…………..........…………………. Choir Closing Remarks
“It’s not the length of life, but the depth of life.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emmerson
This day is remembered and quietly kept .. No words are needed we shall never forget. For those we love don’t go away .. They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near .. So loved, so missed and so very dear.
Pastor Joe C. Johnson
We Will Never Forget…
Love won’t stop at Ebenezer, you left us a legacy of love, compassion, kindness, humility and patience toward each other. - Velma
I’ll always appreciate you for the warmth, hospitality, kindness and LOVE you showed me from early childhood through adulthood. You ARE dearly missed! – Kiisha
Pastor Johnson your presence here at Ebenezer is greatly missed. God’s too wise to make a mistake. May your Soul continue to sleep In Peace - Wanda Jones Adams
Rev. Johnson, to God be the Glory! We miss you SO very much. Good loves you best. – Ann Douglas
A true missionary! One Thanksgiving my husband & I didn’t have a meal, A knock at the door & there stood Reverend with a box of groceries! – Laura Fulton
He was a loving person always patient; he would listen even when a lot was going on. He had a way that I could share my thoughts. - Mother Maudie James
A God-fearing upright loving Man Who Loved God, family and fellow man. He taught and equipped me well on how to be a servant of God – Rev Imogene Brown
He was a blessing, friend, who took time to listen & encourage someone I knew 45+ years who Stood strong in the Lord. - Deacon Douglas
From cradle to grave you were there for the high & low points of our lives; teaching & leading us to praise & trust God. Thank you. - Betty Laws Dejean
Pastor Johnson thank you for all your support you gave to my family. Your teachings, spiritual guidance love and support. Thank you. - Shirley & Roy Young
Reverend Johnson was an inspiration he encouraged me in the Word of God. He said to me “keep on doing what you’re doing”. I will remember him always. - Pauline James Cooper
For over 40+ years of compassion & prayers extended to my family, I thank you. For your faithfulness to God, Ebenezer and the community, you’re loved. - Barbara J Smith
Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories. ~ Unknown
Greatest pastor of all times! Always went beyond the Call of Duty. Truly missed & forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Pastor Johnson. Love -Russell & Catherine Williams
First time I came to Ebenezer Reverend Johnson reminded me of my father; thanks for being my father away from home. - Esther Florence
Servant of God, Well done, you fought a good fight on Earth with our church, community, family & ministerial organizations; Now you’ve entered our Master’s Joy! - Deacon & Sister Robert Williams & family
We will forever remember Pastor Johnson’s humor & wisdom; sometimes delivered together, which made you think & smile -especially when it was a tough lesson on love. – Leo & Adrianne Holmes
Thank you for early Sunday mornings, the seeds you planted, sermons you preached, wise counsel & encouragement, your years of sacrifice & service. Sleep in peace! – Virginia Wright
You were my passionate cheerleader, motivator, encourager and most importantly a second father to me. Missing you madly on this journey called life. - Commissioner Felicia M. Brunson
He was so approachable & always willing to For 41 years he was always there to explain Life. When listen to adults & children alike, are offering death hit my family him and his family guided my advice, lending a helping hand. A sincere, kind family along in the right direction. – Stella Brown & knowledgeable man of GOD. - Susan Cooper Pastor Johnson my spiritual leader and friend left a mark that can never be erased his memory Thank God for YOU! -Mary Littleton will last forever in my heart. - Ms. Bert What a JOY to have known a pastor like my PASTOR! He was there through all my hard times & good times for so many years. – Marguerite Bryant
Pastor Johnson was a very good Pastor! I liked the way he taught us. A good Godly man! We the people loved him! - Deloris Rouse
The BEST, the GREATEST! He will forever live on in my and all our hearts. – Leggslie Bell
He always took care of my problems & was there for my grandmother in times of need. He was like a father and I miss him. - Andrew Ratliff
A great soul never dies, it brings us together again and again. ~ Maya Angelou
I would like to express my love and heartfelt concerns to the family of Reverend Joe C Johnson. I am keeping the family in my prayers. – Lois Goins Rhodes
Pastor Johnson taught me a lot about life and love in 26 years of being a member. He changed my life with his lessons – Laura Wilson
WOW! I have nothing but good to say. It was a blessing to hear him preach. Always kind. S.I.H. -Artie Kittrell
I witnessed the beginning of your 41 years “On the Wall” at EMBC. You’re sorely missed and your legacy will remain sleep on in peace much love. -Maggie Preston-Raymond
To the beautiful & loving family of Pastor Johnson, we know you miss him & we do too; God’s continued blessings as He takes care of you. – Rosetta Cole & Family
Memories of you will forever be embedded upon our Hearts Forever! Thank You for Your Love, Wisdom, Dedication, Words of Encouragement, and Extraordinary Leadership.-Deacon Larry and Mrs. Valdere Stafford
Pastor Johnson,you are so Deeply Missed, I Miss you so much, But God Knows Best, God Bless You, Please Rest in Peace. -Annette Mosely
We will forever cherish our memories of you. Thankful for you caring for others and preaching the Word of God. Missing You!! - Larry & Carolyn Hardy
The true measure of a Man is to provide for his Family. Pastor Johnson has Spiritually provided and fed us the Word. For that I’m grateful. - Wanetta Vanessa Massey
I Miss You. Thank God for your wonderful family that you left us with; Queen Inez, Pastor Wayne, First Lady Jackie, Katrice and Eric. Lovingly, -Deaconess Eva Williams
You were a great Pastor & Leader. I was proud to serve under you. You are sorely missed. May you rest in eternal peace. Love you. -Jennifer Morris Green
The Holloway and Anderson families remember with love, the presence and prayers of Pastor Johnson during our times of great joy and much sorrow. -Susie H. Anderson
Be the things you loved most about the people who are gone. ~ Unknown
Say not in grief that he is gone away, but in thankfulness that he was.
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