Dr. Lahronda Little is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary spiritual guide and scholar with expertise in soteriology - salvation with respect to public health, religion, and spiritual practice. She is a mystic, healer, teacher, and pastor who draws from her rich cultural and spiritual heritage to nurture and guide others back to wellness and wholeness. Many of her lessons are from the gardens of her Grandparents, informing her commitment to womanist discourse. Her academic background and focus are Wesleyan theology, Africana religious studies, spirituality, and interreligious and intercultural encounters.

It was in the church that Dr. Little became an influencer on women’s health and well-being. Deeply concerned by the intersectional challenges of socioeconomics, race, gender, politics, and the environment, she explores these challenges through critical reflections on faith and health.  Dr. Little is the Lead Pastor at Ebenezer United Methodist Church in Conyers, GA, living out her faith to promote healing and wholeness in the lives of individuals and communities.  

Dr. Little received her Ph.D. in Spiritual Care and Pastoral Theology from Emory University in 2022, where she teaches Spirituality and Health, Vocational Discernment, and Womanist Perspectives on Salvation. She also holds an MDiv from Candler School of Theology at Emory University and a B.S. in Integrative Studies in Religion and Health from Clayton State University.

Paige Rogers and her family have been members of  EUMC since 2001. She first served as a volunteer with the Youth as a counselor for 6th grade boys. After a few years as a volunteer, she became the Asst. Youth Director eventually taking on the role of Youth Director in 2007.  In 2009, she became the Church Administrator while still serving the Youth of the church. While she has done many things at EUMC, serving the Youth and the community are what she loves the most. She has participated in several mission trips including trips to Guatemala and Romania, roofing homes in the greater Atlanta area, Hurricane Katrina cleanup and participated with Appalachian Service Project. In addition to her dedication to EUMC, Paige enjoys being with her family which includes 2 grandchildren, reading, bootcamp style workouts, attempting to garden and traveling.

Experienced and passionate choir director, adept at harmonizing voices, nurturing talent, and creating musical arrangements that feature the strength of the vocal ensemble.  She is a graduate of Simpson College, Iowa with a Bachelor of Music in music education, a Master of Arts degree in music education and minor in composition, and certification in Arts Administration from New York University.  Originally from New Jersey she moved to Georgia after the Olympics held in Atlanta.  A retired music educator from the Newark/East Orange Public School Systems, she taught in Georgia as a full time Choral Director/Piano Instructor in the Atlanta and DeKalb County Public School Systems and as a music substitute teacher for music educators on maternity leave in Rockdale and Newton Counties.  Her private piano studio named Chini Productions now Chini Artists Network gives her an opportunity to focus on energizing the next generation of musicians.  

 Her church musician history began as a musician in New Jersey at Calvary Baptist Church and St. Mark AME Church in East Orange, NJ.  In Georgia at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta she served as a rehearsal accompanist and member of the Singing Sisters and played cello in the Instrumental Ensemble.  Kay has shared her music ministry within the Newton County community as a substitute church musician, playing for the Newton County Senior Service Bible Study, and minister of music and musician of Mount Zion AME Church, Mansfield. 

 Kay feels strongly about the benefits of a performing arts education.  She has volunteered and served as a musician for the following organizations:  Arts Association of Newton County, Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts, Ambassador for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Atlanta Jazz Festival, National Black Arts Festival, Woodruff Arts Center.  She was an administrative assistant to jazz manager, Helen Keane, and at NPR radio station, WBGO-FM. She is a past President, officer, and member of the Metropolitan Atlanta Musicians Association, Inc. of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. She is also a past member of NJMEA and GMEA.  Besides singing, Kay plays the piano, organ, cello and tympani.

For nearly 15 years, Melissa has been dedicated to the wonderful world of Ebenezer UMC Preschool. What started as a passion for nurturing young minds blossomed into a fulfilling career journey. Throughout these years, She has witnessed the magic of early childhood development firsthand, cherishing each milestone and discovery made by the children in our preschool.

In 2019, Melissa transitioned from  teacher to  director. As  director, she has  guided and inspired the next generation of educators as well as helped to shape the overall vision and direction of the preschool where she has fostered a supportive and enriching environment where both children and staff can thrive.

Her husband of 25 years, Josh, has been her rock through the highs and lows. Melissa and Josh are proud parents to two incredible sons, Walker, 18, and Aden, 16, who never fail to bring joy and laughter into the lives they touch. Outside of the preschool, Melissa volunteers with her sons' high school booster, is involved with church and loves spending quality time with her family,

As each day presents new challenges and triumphs, she is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families at Ebenezer UMC Preschool. 

Hello, my name is Dylan Allen. I attended Heritage High School and have played basketball for many years. I’m always looking for ways to improve myself as a person and become more positive mentally & spiritually. I look at the mistakes I make in life as ways to improve myself and understand I always have room to grow. Whenever someone needs a helping hand or something to talk to I’ll be there.

Kyle is interested in Content Creation and Film Production. In the Fall he will be starting his freshman year of college at Clayton State University. He is our Audio Visual Technician and gives entertaining stories to the children during the “Children’s Moment”.

Joyce has been a member of the Ebenezer family for fifty years with her husband, Richard.  

She has held many positions through the years at the church including Sunday School teacher, Youth Helper, United Methodist Women’s President and currently helps with the banner ministry, alter preparation, and is leader of the Sewing ministry.   

Joyce retired in 2014 after working at State Farm for 34 years.  She enjoys reading, sewing, machine embroidery and being the best Mama G, teaching her three granddaughters to sew and cook.