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About our Pastor

Elder Andre Sanders

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Pastor Sanders' BIO

Elder Andre Sanders is a native of Gainesville, Florida. He was born into the Church of God by Faith to Jennifer Sanders, who taught him the Word of God at an early age. As a result, he committed his life to Christ during his teenage years. He credits the teaching and training of his mother which led to his early Christian development and his relationship with God. Elder Andre served most of teenage and early adulthood years under the leadership of Bishop James McKnight, Sr., at Gainesville COGBF #1. While under the tutelage of Bishop McKnight Sr., Elder Sanders accepted the call of ministry on his life. After Bishop McKnight passed the torch, Elder Sanders inherited another great father in ministry, Pastor Dr. Elder Erta C. Livingston. He has served in various capacities at Gainesville COGBF #1, including musician, youth minister, Sunday school teacher, and Media Team Leader. Elder Sanders is heavily involved and committed to 2nd Century By Faith and currently serves as the 2nd Century By Faith President on the Gainesville District as well as the National 2nd Century District Presidents Coordinator. Elder Sanders was ordained and received his license as an Elder in the Churches of God By Faith in December 2020. He appointed as Interim Pastor of Lake City Church Of God By Faith in December 2024. Upon graduating from Professional Academies Magnet at Loften High School, He earned a BAS in Multimedia and Video Production from Santa Fe College. Elder Sanders was employed as a Production Director at Gainesville’s local television station, WCJB TV-20 for almost 8 years before switching to academia. He currently is employed at the University of Florida College of Journalism Media Production, Management, and Technology Department in the Innovation News Center as an Assistant Professor. Elder Sanders is a worshipper and believes leadership is about remaining humble and creating an atmosphere wherein people can continually encounter God.

Interim Pastor

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