Donna Anthony
Apostle
Apostle- Donna Anthony
Dynamic, bold visionary. For more than 14 years, Apostle Donna Anthony has helped many realize their purpose through her ministry. In 2005, Apostle Donna Anthony became the pastor of Pleasant Ridge House of Worship, a non-denominational church located in Crawford, MS. Her passion and personal mandate are to equip, train, impart, and send forth through communication and education while inspiring the congregation to go forth and prosper in the kingdom. Apostle Anthony accomplishes this by varied avenues including her role as Apostle of Pleasant Ridge House of Worship Ministries.
With pioneering vision, Apostle Anthony founded Healing for the Soul Ministry in 2017, a teaching and preaching ministry that focuses on healing the inner man from brokenness, trauma, rejection, and so much more. Apostle Anthony advocates serving people regardless of their socioeconomic status, age, nationality, and race.
Apostle Anthony’s own educational background spans several areas. Apostle Anthony is a graduate of Aberdeen High School and Mississippi University for Women, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. After accepting her call into ministry, she attended and received a certificate of graduation from Interdenominational School of Ministry in March of 2003. In 2010, she attended and received a certificate of completion in Old and New Bible Interpretation and School of Prophets from Gye’name School of Ministry. Iin 2012, she attended Liberty University Online and received a Master of Art of Theology and Master of Divinity. Apostle Anthony is also a graduate of Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia, where she earned a Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Human Service Counseling with emphasis in Trauma and Crisis Response. Her heart’s desire is helping those who have suffered trauma or are in crisis experience freedom from the pain of the trauma and live a healthy and prosperous life. Having worked in the secular world for overs 20 years, she came to know many hurting people who had experienced trauma in their life. So, it is her heart’s desire to help those who have suffered trauma or are in crisis to experience freedom from the pain of the trauma and live a healthy and prosperous life.
Apostle Anthony has ministered internationally and in multiple states including the states of Mississippi, Indiana, Tennessee, and Johannesburg, South Africa.
Apostle Donna Anthony believes that God is raising up an army of believers who will have a heart to obey Him and be faithful to the call that God has placed upon their life. She has also founded these works outside of the church:
Healing for the Soul Ministry
A Time of Intercession Prayer Line
James Anthony
Overseer
Overseer- James Anthony
James P Anthony is the husband to Apostle Donna Anthony and the proud father to Megan Anthony. He has been employed at International Paper (formerly Weyerhaeuser) for 27 years, where he holds a position in Technician Learning/Document Management.
Brother James P Anthony is the Overseer of Pleasant Ridge House of Worship ministries where he works very closely with the Apostle and different ministry teams of the church. He ensures everything is operating as it should and oversees the upkeep of the sanctuary and the church security team. Whatever needs to be done at the church, whether it's trimming the hedges or cleaning the church, James can be found doing it with a smile. One of his greatest passions in life is helping people in whatever way he can.
Mokesha J. Thompson
Public Relations Advocate
Public Relations Advocate- Mokesha J. Thompson
Mokesha J. Thompson is a native of Columbus, MS. Mokesha is a graduate of Mississippi State University where she obtained a Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2006. Mokesha later obtained her Master of Social Work degree in 2017 from Mississippi Valley State University. Mokesha is currently employed with the State of Mississippi as an Area Social Work Supervisor. She has been employed with this agency over 11 years. Mokesha’s passions include helping others. Some of her hobbies include shopping, reading and listening to music. Mokesha has been attending Pleasant Ridge House of Worship since 2013 and assumed her role as the Public Relations Advocate in 2019. Mokesha’s favorite bible verse is “GOD is within her; she will not fail.” Psalms 46:5
Kasondra Harris
Apostle’s Executive Assistant
Apostle’s Executive Assistant- Kasondra Harris
Greetings to each of you...my sisters and brothers in Christ! My name is Kasondra Harris and I am originally from Macon, MS. I now reside in Columbus, MS with my husband, Andron and daughter, Heaven. I am a graduate of Mississippi University for Women and employed as an Academic Coordinator for Mississippi State University. Also, I am the owner of Imagine That Events, an event planning company that specializes in decor. I serve as Apostle’s Executive Assistant, Youth Director, and the church’s Event Coordinator. My passion is helping others as Philippians 2:4 reads, “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also the interests of others.”
Michael Douglas
Deacon
Deacon- Michael Douglas
My name is Michael Douglas. I was born and raised in Columbus, Mississippi to Robert Latham and Robbie Douglas. I had an amazing stepfather Davie Jackson who treated like his very own. I attended Lowndes County public school system where I graduated from Stephen D Lee High School in 1982. I accepted Jesus Christ at 11 years old at the El Bethel Missionary Baptist Church under leadership Rev Rd Sparks. After High School, I join the United States military where I was honorably discharged. After serving in the military, I work several jobs. I am currently employed by S&K Technologies as a government contractor. I am married to the former Angela Denise Sanders. Where we have two children. Jalen and De Arius Douglas. I also have one grandchild. Taylor Douglas, I am an ordained deacon under the leadership. of Apostle Donna Anthony for 8 years. I believe that I am here to serve and help others.
DEACON WALTER TUCKER
Lerona Harris
Deaconness
Deaconness- Lerona Harris
I am the daughter of Odell Harris. I currently work as a production inspector at Yokohama Tire Manufacturing. My current positions in the church include serving as the Church Secretary and Deaconess. One of my biggest passions in life is helping and uplifting others. I love to see individuals around me blessed.
Diane Sanders
Associate Minister
Associate Minister- Diane Sanders
My name is Diane Sanders, and I am from Columbus, MS. I am the daughter of the late Lonzie and Geraldine Sanders. I have been blessed with five siblings and two daughters. I attended EMCC and received an Associate degree in Banking and Finances. I currently work as a Case Manager for the Department of Human Services. My current position in the church includes serving as Armor-bearer, Associate Minister, and Administrator. One of my biggest passions in life is learning and seeing the manifestations of God’s glory rests upon people life.
Jacqueline T. McMath
Associate Minister
Associate Minister- Jacqueline T. McMath
My name is Jacqueline T. McMath and I am from Columbus, MS. I am the proud mother of 2 lovely children, Mokesha and Demario. Also, I graduated from Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi State University, and the University of West Alabama. Currently, I am employed as a Behavior Specialist with Columbus Municipal Schools. My current positions in the church are one of the Associate Ministers at PRHOW, Assistant Intercessory prayer leader, Women Ministry Leader, Armour Bearer, and Praise Team member. I enjoy serving the people of God and encouraging them to keep the faith!