First Church, Leeds, staff change

Raymond G. McKenzie is the new pastor of First Church, Leeds. He comes to the position from Shiloh Church, Saraland, where he served as senior pastor for approximately 10 years. A native of Mobile, he holds a bachelor of science in religious education from Mobile College and a master of religious education plus additional masters-level study in biblical studies at New Orleans Seminary. McKenzie is currently enrolled in the doctor of ministry program at New Orleans Seminary. He and his wife, Sandra, have two children.