Church of God Lothian was founded by the late Elder Raymond C. Wills after he accepted Jesus Christ through the ministry of Elder Solomon Lightfoot Michaux, a renowned evangelist. Elder Wills tirelessly labored to preach salvation from sin through Jesus Christ. He was called home to rest in 2001. From 1992 to 2008, the late Bishop George W. Hawkins, Sr., shepherded the flock with a gentle and compassionate heart. His powerful yet simple messages were soul-stirring and convicting. The late Bishop George W. Hawkins, Sr. impressed upon us all, the ability to live a sober and righteous life in this present world. Bishop rested from his labor in 2008. Pastor Derek Hawkins, Sr. has served as pastor since August 2008 succeeding his father, the late Bishop George W. Hawkins, Sr. A true visionary for change, he has committed his heart and life to Jesus fully. Pastor Hawkins is motivated by his love for people, his love for preaching and his belief that no one is beyond God's reach.