Mother Jessie McKnight 

Mother Jessie McKnight has been married to Bishop James E. McKnight for over 48 years. They have been blessed with four lovely children. Two of their sons are currently in the ministry as pastors. Mother McKnight was saved at the age of sixteen, and has been a member of Church of God by Faith for forty-nine years. She works very closely with Bishop McKnight as a servant of God's will and calling on their lives to minister and spread the gospel.  

Mother McKnight works with the elderly, Vacation Bible School, and serves as president of the Home Mission Department. She is the Chairperson of the National Minister's Wives Association for the Church of God by Faith, Inc. Mother McKnight is caring and compassionate, and has a special love for people and helping those in need. She enjoys sewing, cooking and floral design. Mother McKnight uses her talents by conducting sewing and cooking classes at the church.


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