Pastor James and First Lady Tonya Goodman
Pastor James F. Goodman, a native of Sumter, S.C. is a 1979 graduate of Sumter High School. He continued his education at Minnesota Graduate School of Theology where he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theology and Biblical Studies. He later received his
Master’s Degree in Christian Leadership from Glory to Glory school of Theology. He was ordained in August 2009 by the Sumter Missionary and Educational Association.
Pastor Goodman is a living example of what he teaches, “That God is looking for true believers and not just church-goers.” Pastor James Goodman, demonstrates his love and
dedication to making a difference in the lives of others by actively engaging in serving his community. He is God’s Servant, Community Leader, and Radio Personality & Podcaster. His lifestyle exemplifies his tireless efforts of commitment to his community and to the ministry that God has birthed in him, A.L.I.V.E. Praise & Worship Center & Ministries in Sumter, SC, where he serves as Founder and Sr. Pastor. This humble man of God is no stranger to those who meet him. Interestingly
enough, he has changed the lives of many! His teachings bring forth definite transformations in the lives of those who have an ear to hear what thus saith the Lord. Pastor Goodman, a modest servant of God, shares his accomplishments and success with his beautiful wife, Tonya F Goodman, and three sons, Jacoby, Jamie, and Morell. He accepts his calling graciously and is thankful to his parents, the late Robert Lee and Helen R. Goodman for their love and godly teachings, which helped to prepare him for the calling that God had ordained for his life!
Pastor Goodman admonishes all to live in right relationship with God. His motto is: “When we line our lives up with God’s Word we will live in total VICTORY.”
Pastor James Goodman, a man after God’s own heart is an Active Witness, a Living Epistle, an Interceding Believer, a Victorious Christian, and an Excited Example.
You can hear Pastor G is the host of a talk-show entitled, “Word-Up with Pastor G” on www.empowermentpodcastnetwork.com and all Apple platforms.
Tonya Felicia Goodman, affectionately known as Lady T, is a virtuous
woman of God who has submitted her life to the ministry of Jesus Christ. She was born in
Brooklyn, New York and moved to Sumter SC at a young age. She is a graduate of Kenneth
Shuler Cosmetology. After obtaining her License of Cosmetology she managed the Country-
Side Beauty Salon, in Wedgefield, SC, for several years. Lady Tonya’s passion for praise and worship led her to become the ministry leader for the A.L.I.V.E. Praise Dancers and the ALIVE Praise & Worship Team. She is the overseer of W.A.M (Women A.L.I.V.E. Ministry) where her love and commitment to the healing, growth and empowerment of women, through the teaching of God’s Word with clarity, simplicity, and understanding. As overseer of the Marriage Enhancement Ministry, she is dedicated to serving beside her husband and Pastor, and the MEM (Marriage Enhancement Ministry) Leaders to help couples and families thrive and flourish for the Kingdom, as well as in their homes. Among her many accomplishments Lady T believes that her primary purpose is to support her husband in ministry and demonstrate Servant-Leadership while leading by Godly example.
Lady Tonya Goodman does not use her words to describe her situations, she uses her words to CHANGE her situations; for she knows that she is a vessel of God who is sensitive to the needs of those around her. She allows God to reign in her life as she lifts the fallen, restores the broken, and encourages the discouraged.
Tonya Felicia Goodman, wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, sister, friend, and
Woman-of-God.