FAITH TEMPLE Church of God In Christ

MISSIONARY SANDRA HAWKINS
Property Committee

Sister Sandra L. Hawkins, mother, teacher, administrator and servant of God has a passion for young people inspiring them through the word of God and encouraging them to adhere to morally sound principles.
Her passion for Christ continues to be ignited and has grown exponentially as she daily acknowledges God in all her ways as he continues to direct her path.

Sister Hawkins has served faithfully at the Faith Temple Church of God In Christ in Chicago, Illinois for over 25 years. Sister Hawkins has served in numerous capacities within the ministry for the up building of God’s kingdom, Sunday School Teacher, past President of the Elders’ and Ministers’ Wives Alliance, and past secretary for the 6th Jurisdiction of Illinois Pastor’s and Minister’s Wives Circle.

Education
Sister Hawkins is a graduate of the University Of Illinois and Chicago State University and holds a B.S. & M.S. Degree in Criminal Justice and Public Administration.

In 2006 Sister Hawkins was listed as Who’s Who Amongst Professional Women in America. After a successful 25 year career as an Administrator within the Illinois Department of Corrections doors opened within several universities and colleges where Sister Hawkins joined academia as an Adjunct Professor.

Sister Hawkins has taught at numerous universities including Purdue University Calumet in Hammond, Indiana, Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois and currently teaching at Indiana Wesleyan University in Merrillville, Indiana.

Sister Hawkins has mentored 100’s of students entering in the field of Criminal Justice. Sister Hawkins is married to her beloved husband Elder Cornelius L. Hawkins Sr. and has 5 children, 2 beautiful daughters in love and 8 grandchildren, all siblings love God and are going forth in ministry in conjunction with their various fields of matriculation. Her heart’s desire is more of God for the up building of the body of Christ.

BRENDA ALEXANDER
Coporate Treasurer • Finance Committee
Faith Temple Charter Member

Brenda Alexander has been a cherished member of Faith Temple for sixty-nine years. She is the granddaughter of the late Sister Ethel Brunner, who was among the original group that began with the late Bishop H.W. Goldsberry. Brenda was only fifteen months old when her mother passed away, and her beloved grandmother raised her as her own.

From a young age, Brenda sang in the choir under the direction of Sister Vashti Powell, who became a special inspiration to her. Sister Powell’s down-to-earth nature and dedication played a pivotal role in Brenda’s early spiritual growth. She guided and nurtured Brenda, profoundly influencing her life and the lives of other young women by teaching them to be "proper young Christian women."

Like all the youth at Faith Temple at the time, Brenda attended public school and graduated from Parker High School. After college, she married and became a mother to two boys, one of whom is now deceased. She is now the proud grandmother of three.

Professionally, Brenda worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Finance and Accounting, demonstrating her skill and dedication. She also served the Chicago Public Schools as an Attendance Coordinator for many years. Currently, she continues to share her expertise at H & R Block.

Though Brenda briefly left Faith Temple, she later returned with renewed vigor, engaging in numerous church activities as she deepened her spiritual walk. She is actively involved with Faith Temple’s Mother’s Board and the Mission Workers. Brenda is now serving another term on the Board of Directors and is an integral member of the Finance Committee, where she applies her extensive knowledge of accounting and managerial expertise.

Brenda’s story is one of dedication, resilience, and unwavering faith. Her contributions to Faith Temple and her professional achievements stand as a testament to her character and commitment.

JIM SLINGO, B.A.
Finance Committee

During the years since 2003 that I have been regularly a part of Faith Temple I have been working in financial research, limited trading with careful instructions from 3+ brokers (LPL financial and Merrill Lynch), and a side job (property management: various smaller houses and small properties). My educational background Graduate Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, Northwestern University, Major African and various (US) history, also international political science, business, education.

I am a new author: The Principles of Restoration, Building an Excellent Economy, Amazon Nov. 2021: This book shares in detail the Puritan work ethic and their mostly positive influence on the new colonies -that became the United States of America; How to save and make money by sustainability saving energy and an extensive study of using various available types of alternative energy to eliminate pollution; and how to use the Puritan's example to run fair, just and profitable (businesses) small, medium or large corporations. All my years at Faith Temple visiting sick members of Faith Temple especially has been and still is very important. I continue to visit those that I have known and love and work with, in ministry since 2003.  We should never forget those who are not able to get to church often or at all because of illness or rehabilitation.