Our Moderator

Our Moderator

Rev. Johnny Ray Noble, Ph.D

From a young age, Rev. Noble felt a calling to ministry, and he has made a
profound impact through his military service and 34 years of ministry. For
the past 17 years as the Pastor of Second Nazareth Baptist Church in
Columbia, South Carolina, he has empowered countless individuals to
grow spiritually and develop meaningful relationships with God and
others.
He has a strong passion for social justice, economic empowerment, and
preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. Rev. Noble is deeply involved in the
Columbia community, serving on various boards and commissions. His
dedication to the well-being of others has earned him the title of “the
people’s pastor,” a testament to his genuine care and compassion.
Above all, Rev. Noble’s primary focus is on equipping and empowering
individuals for ministry. He is deeply committed to developing clergy,
leaders, and laity who can efectively serve the present age and make a
lasting impact in their communities.
He is the Moderator of the Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Association,
Treasurer of the Baptist Educational & Missionary Convention of South
Carolina, and a Trustee of Morris College.
Rev. Noble’s academic achievements include a BSOE in Business
Management, an MA in Counseling Psychology, a Ph.D. in Clinical
Counseling Psychology, and a D.Min. He is pursuing a Ph.D. at Anderson
University, Clamp Divinity School.
As a devoted child of God, Rev. Noble strives to inspire and guide others
on their spiritual journeys, fostering personal growth and a stronger
connection with God.

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P. O. Box 251, Columbia, SC 29202