Those Who Serve

Reverend Lauren Harvey-Williams is a dedicated Associate Minister at Mount Pleasant A.M.E. Zion Church in Danbury, Connecticut, whose dynamic preaching and passionate musical ministry inspire individuals to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. A former commercial musical artist who performed with Melba Moore and Lou Rawls, Rev. Williams now uses her vocal gifts and training through the Thomas Dorsey National Gospel Convention to share God’s love through praise and worship.

Rev. Williams continues her theological studies with a focus on church evangelism, while developing her bilingual skills and completing her second Christian inspirational book. Passionate about gospel music, soul-winning, and spiritual growth, she remains committed to fulfilling God’s calling while cherishing her family and friends.

Sister Glenda Davis is a devoted Traveling Minister in the New England Annual Conference who answered her call to preach the Gospel in 2018. Serving faithfully at Mount Pleasant A.M.E. Zion Church in Danbury, Connecticut, her ministry has grown and continues to expand. She has completed Hartford District Ministerial Studies and is preparing for the next level of connectional ministry.

Sister Davis serves as Minister of Congregational Care, Deaconess, and Class Leader, assisting with worship, pastoral care, hospital visitation, prayer, and outreach ministries. She also serves as Assistant Local President of the W.H.&O.M. Society, Local Superintendent of the Buds of Promise, and Local Director of the Christian Education Children’s Department. Guided by Philippians 4:13, she remains committed to spiritual growth, faithful service, and fulfilling God’s calling on her life.

Reverend Ruby Bell has faithfully served God and the A.M.E. Zion Church for over 50 years. Born in the West Indies, her spiritual journey began in 1969 at Mother Walls A.M.E. Zion Church. Ordained a deacon in 1985 and an elder in 1991, Rev. Bell has served as a pastor, missionary coordinator, and pioneering leader, advancing the work of the church locally and internationally. Her missionary service has included coordinating missions in India, the Bahamas, and London, England, where she helped raise funds for church construction and repairs. Throughout her pastoral ministry, she has led congregations in Connecticut, New York, and the Bronx, overseeing financial improvements, building renovations, and church growth.

Following her retirement in 2017, Rev. Bell returned to Mother Walls as an Associate Minister before relocating to Danbury, Connecticut, where she joined Mount Pleasant A.M.E. Zion Church under the leadership of Rev. L. Christopher Lewis. As an active superannuated minister, she continues to support her pastor’s vision and contribute to the life and ministry of the congregation, including serving as Christian Education Director. Beyond her faithful service to the Kingdom of God, Rev. Bell is a proud mother of three adult children and grandmother of six.