The Senior Pastor Dr. R.L. White Jr. of Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church Atlanta, Georgia, died on Wednesday, February 15 2023. He passed away at age 78, and the news of his death was declared on many social media platforms. Keep reading to know more about this incident.
Dr R.L White Jr.: Who was he
Dr White played a huge role in impacting Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church over the years. He spread the congregation not only own church but extended it to all over the world, like Thailand, China, Nigeria and many countries. He conducted seminars, conferences and many other things during his life journey.
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He worked for more than 25 years as a senior pastor, and in this whole period, he earned more than seven degrees, including a Master of Divinity from Morehouse School of Theology at ITC. In 2015, Ebony Magazine included him in the “25 Most Influential African Americans Pastors”.
Dr R.L White Jr.: Cause of Death
Dr R.L. White Jr. died on February 15, 2023, at 78. He served as Senior Pastor of Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The news of his death was declared on many platforms.
As per the latest reports, the real cause of death has not been made public yet. But we all know that he was a great person and personality. He was one of the most beloved members of the church for many years.
Some of his friends remember him as a great personlity and took the social media to tribute to him, James C. Birdsong, Jr. wrote on Twitter:
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The Legacies of the late Bishop James Morton, the late Tyrone Porter, the late Michael E. Mathis, the late Thomas Dortch and the late Rev. Dr R.L. White will forever live in our hearts. These men have gone on home to be with the Lord this week. Be blessed, and never be forgotten.
People are pouring tributes all over the internet
Reggie Gay
Dr R. L. White, Jr., Pastor Mt. Ephraim Baptist, Atlanta, died. I produced his very popular SAT morning broadcast on AM 1480 WYZE starting in 1991. He was always encouraging & supportive of me; ATL gospel music radio. ALWAYS. 🙏for his family & church.
Ronald Clark
This was Definitely One of God’s Great Giants in the Kingdom. I send my Deepest Condolences and Praying for his Family and Church Family!!
Princella White
Atlanta lost a giant in the pulpit, The Rev. R. L. White Jr.., has passed away.
Condolences to the family, church members and the community.
If you have never heard Dr. R. L. White Jr, preach and speak, listen below.
Here are some of Dr. R.L. White Jr.’s most notable achievements:
- Mount Ephraim Baptist Church was founded, and it is now one of the largest and most important African American churches in the United States.
- For nearly 50 years, he was the senior pastor of Mount Ephraim Baptist Church.
- Prominent supporter of social justice
- Strong advocate for education
- Entrepreneurial success
- Numerous medals and honours were bestowed upon him, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award.
Dr. R.L. White Jr. was a real pioneer and an inspiration to generations of African Americans. For many years to come, his legacy of leadership, dedication, and compassion will continue to inspire others.
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