Our current leaders have been in the ministry for many years, and they bring with them an incredible ability to lead, inspire and care for those that need spiritual uplifting.
With over 26 years of ministry experience among them, our leaders provide Light of the World Ministries with the inspiration and direction to keep the organization moving forward and expanding in new areas based on our community's spiritual needs.
William Simmons
Founder and Pastor
Bio: William Simmons serves as Pastor and Founder of Light of the World Ministries, which was established in 2006. Pastor Simmons was ordained on December 14, 2003 at Victory Fellowship Center in Calhoun, Georgia where Bishop Maurice Simmons is Pastor. Pastor Simmons was born November 3, 1949 to the late William F. Simmons and Blondell M. Simmons of Waycross, Georgia. He was married to Patricia Scriven Simmons on September 12th of 1970. He is the father to four children Patrick (Waycross,GA), Detrick (Orlando, FL), J'Nee (Terrell - Austell,GA)and William II (Waycross,GA). He has 11 grandchildren and is raising his nephew Jarrod Simpson who is a senior at Valdosta State University.
Ephesians 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,
Herlene Fluker
Minister
Bio: Rev. Herlene Fluker is an advocate for serving the community, especially women and children. She is a graduate of Savannah State University, Valdosta State University and Georgia Southern University. She is the wife of former Mayor John N. Fluker, Sr.. She is the mother of two lovely children; John N. Fluker, Jr. and Dr. Andreka Fluker Peat. She enjoys spending time reading and studying the Word of God from many different resources. She is member of the Daughters of Deborah Bible Study Group for women ages 18 and up. She is a lifetime member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.. Rev. Fluker received her degree in Theology from Sure Foundation School of Theology and she is a license Minister under the leadership of Pastor William Simmons. Rev. Fluker is also the founder of House of Ruth Ministries where she provides professional counseling and workshops for women and children.
To God be the Glory. “This is my Season”