Minister Stephanie Tate is a native of Gaffney, S.C. She is the daughter of the late Bennie Lee and the late Doris Crosby. She is the wife of Timothy Tate, and they are the proud parents of two daughters, Aquinnda Dorchae’ and Jada Vinnice.
Min. Tate is a 1987 graduate of Gaffney Senior High School. She attended King’s College in Charlotte, N.C., where she obtained a Degree in Accounting. She also attended the NJ Brockman School of Religion, where she obtained a degree in Biblical Studies. She has also obtained a diploma in Paralegal Studies from Stratford Career Institute.
In September 1982, Min. Tate was baptized and joined the Concord Baptist Church, serving in various organizations. She is currently the President and Director of the Concord Mass Choir, a Sunday School teacher, and a member of the YWA where she is the chaplain. She is the choir director of the TMBA YWA choir, a youth director, and a member of the Health and Safety Committee. She is currently employed by the BMW Corporation as a Production Associate.
Min. Tate is a child of God and her primary mission in life is to EDUCATE, ENCOURAGE, AND EMPOWER THE BODY OF CHRIST. Her favorite scripture is Luke 1:37 which reads: FOR WITH GOD NOTHING SHALL BE IMPOSSIBLE.