Peace and love to all of you in Christ Jesus our Lord!
First Lady Rosalyn Hodge, a native of Columbus, MS, is a dedicated and inspirational
figure. She has been married to Pastor Edward Hodge for 34 years. Their daughter,
Faith Elizabeth, has a psychology degree from the University of Texas-San Antonio and
currently resides in San Antonio, TX.
First Lady Hodge earned a bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi
University for Women, Columbus, MS and a master's degree in Curriculum and
Instruction from Concordia University, Portland, OR. With over 33 years of
experience in K-12 public education, she received numerous honors to include Teacher
of the Year for Columbus and Lowndes County, MS school systems. Additionally, she
was awarded National Board Certification for Professional Teaching Standards in 2008.
In the final decade of her career, she took on administrative and leadership roles in San Antonio,
Texas, at both school and district levels. She also worked as a data analyst for Title 1 schools
across the state for the Univeristy of Texas, Austin.
First Lady Hodge's commitment to participating in church ministries is evident in
her roles as children’s Sunday School teacher, special events coordinator, and Sunday morning
greeter. While living on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, she participated in a community
service group that ministered to local residents. She currently serves as a Sunbeams
Mission and Vacation Bible School teacher, Seasoned Saints sponsor, Special
program coordinator, and regularly participates in a weekly National Bible Study Fellowship.
First Lady Hodge lives by her guiding motto found in Acts 20:24 "But I do not consider
my life of any account as dear to myself, so that I may finish my course and the ministry
which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify solemnly of the gospel of the grace of
God." Her life and service are a testament to her steadfast dedication to her
faith and unwavering commitment to spreading the love and grace of God.