Current Pastor - Pastor Donnie Massey Sr was appointed by Bishop Carl J. Steen on December 27th, 2024 after the passing of Pastor James Andrews Jr.
Pastor James & Lady Kathy Andrews
Pastor James W. Andrews Jr. & Kathy "Lady K Andrews" (2006-2024)
On January 28, 2006 the late, Bishop Milton L. Hall Sr. installed Elder James Andrews as Pastor of Greater Wayside Temple COGIC. After the passing of Superintendent Leroy Sutton in early 2014, Pastor Andrews was installed on March 23rd, 2014 as the Superintendent of the E.A. McNeely District by Bishop Blade and later appointed as an Administrative Assistant for Historic Indiana's 1st Jurisdiction. As leader of Greater Wayside Temple he believed in seeing God's people as God saw them. His motto for our church was "We work better together". Pastor Andrews was both a soldier for Lord and a soldier in the United States Army earning a Purple Heart for his service during the Vietnam War. After service well done in the army of the Lord Pastor Andrews began to rest from his labor on December 16th, 2024.
Lady K Andrews served by Pastors Andrews side during their years as leaders of Greater Wayside Temple. She was active both before their time as leaders and during their time as leaders. As a member of Greater Wayside Temple she has been a faithful servant in the local, district, and Jurisdiction. She is a woman of faith, prayer, and worship. Lady K gave loving care to Pastor Andrews as his wife until he went on to rest from his labor. We appreciate your years of service to our church and to our Pastor.
On January 28, 2006 the late, Bishop Milton L. Hall Sr. installed Elder James Andrews as Pastor of Greater Wayside Temple COGIC. After the passing of Superintendent Leroy Sutton in early 2014, Pastor Andrews was installed on March 23rd, 2014 as the Superintendent of the E.A. McNeely District by Bishop Blade and later appointed as an Administrative Assistant for Historic Indiana's 1st Jurisdiction. As leader of Greater Wayside Temple he believed in seeing God's people as God saw them. His motto for our church was "We work better together". Pastor Andrews was both a soldier for Lord and a soldier in the United States Army earning a Purple Heart for his service during the Vietnam War. After service well done in the army of the Lord Pastor Andrews began to rest from his labor on December 16th, 2024.
Lady K Andrews served by Pastors Andrews side during their years as leaders of Greater Wayside Temple. She was active both before their time as leaders and during their time as leaders. As a member of Greater Wayside Temple she has been a faithful servant in the local, district, and Jurisdiction. She is a woman of faith, prayer, and worship. Lady K gave loving care to Pastor Andrews as his wife until he went on to rest from his labor. We appreciate your years of service to our church and to our Pastor.
Superintendent Dr. Leonard Brooks Jr & Mother Ora Lee Brooks (1976-2005)
After the passing of Pastor Lockhart on August 19th, 1975 Wayside went without a Pastor until Elder Brooks was appointed as Pastor in April of 1976 by Bishop W.O. Blakely. Pastor Brooks and Mother Brooks were known for their anointed teaching and great faith in God. They carried on the legacy of love and holiness during their years as the leaders of our church. During their time in ministry Pastor Brooks became the Superintendent of the Joshua District. Pastor Brooks established the Youth Church at Greater Wayside and appointed Elder Donnie Massey as the first Youth Pastor. After faithfully serving the Lord and his people Mother Brooks went home to be with the Lord in 2005. Due to failling health Pastor Brooks was emeritized in 2005.
After the passing of Pastor Lockhart on August 19th, 1975 Wayside went without a Pastor until Elder Brooks was appointed as Pastor in April of 1976 by Bishop W.O. Blakely. Pastor Brooks and Mother Brooks were known for their anointed teaching and great faith in God. They carried on the legacy of love and holiness during their years as the leaders of our church. During their time in ministry Pastor Brooks became the Superintendent of the Joshua District. Pastor Brooks established the Youth Church at Greater Wayside and appointed Elder Donnie Massey as the first Youth Pastor. After faithfully serving the Lord and his people Mother Brooks went home to be with the Lord in 2005. Due to failling health Pastor Brooks was emeritized in 2005.
Pastor & Mother Lockhart - (1955 - 1975)
In 1955 Elder Lockhart was called to Pastor and started a church in a small on Dodge Street in Mishawaka, IN. In April 1957 the first member was saved through his ministry Sister Mary Fulce. After relocating to a rented house in Elkhart, Pastor Lockhart again moved the church to a house of worship on Morgan Street off State Road 19 in 1959. Mother Lockhart used her first $100 in savings for the foundation of the church. Wayside became the 3rd COGIC church in Elkhart. Many saints from around the area went to fellowship at Wayside. Under Pastor and Mother Lockhart Wayside was a church known for the love of God and Spirit of God dealing among the saints in power. Pastor Lockhart went home to be with the Lord on August 19th, 1975.
In 1955 Elder Lockhart was called to Pastor and started a church in a small on Dodge Street in Mishawaka, IN. In April 1957 the first member was saved through his ministry Sister Mary Fulce. After relocating to a rented house in Elkhart, Pastor Lockhart again moved the church to a house of worship on Morgan Street off State Road 19 in 1959. Mother Lockhart used her first $100 in savings for the foundation of the church. Wayside became the 3rd COGIC church in Elkhart. Many saints from around the area went to fellowship at Wayside. Under Pastor and Mother Lockhart Wayside was a church known for the love of God and Spirit of God dealing among the saints in power. Pastor Lockhart went home to be with the Lord on August 19th, 1975.