Rev. Albert Morgan Honored 2023 Moral Leader of the Year

REV.  DR.  ALBERT  MORGAN
"God's Mailman" began his preparation under the parental guidance of L.E. and Gloria Morgan. His home training was supported by the biblical foundation he received at Friendship Baptist Church, Brotmanville, New Jersey. In 1976, at Friendship, "God's Mailman" received his call to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Following the leading of the Lord, he united with the Union Baptist Temple of Bridgeton, New Jersey, to train under the tutelage of Reverend M. Marquette Peace. In preparation to fulfill the call on his life, after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education from Rowan University (Glassboro State College), Pastor Morgan completed the Biblical Studies curriculum at the Philadelphia College of Bible (Cairn University). Pastor Morgan furthered his academic studies at William Paterson College. The Bethany Baptist Association of South Jersey, in which Pastor Morgan is a Past-Moderator, ordained him in 1983. In 2016, Augustine Graduate School bestowed Pastor Morgan with an honorary Doctorate of Divinity.

"God's Mailman" delivers the Word faithfully to the membership of Union Baptist Temple. He was called to the pastorate in April 1986, fulfilling God's vision for his route. Pastor Morgan led the congregation in erecting a new edifice in 1991. Pastor Morgan, led by the Spirit of God, has built a ministry of up-reach, in-reach, and outreach. Many have received Christ! The edification of the saints is maintained through a multifaceted Bible studies program, including the Koinonia Bible Institute. Help for the hurting is provided through the Healing Word Biblical Instruction Center. Continuing the God-given vision, God's Mailman developed and brought into fruition the Alms Center, a recreational and educational facility, in 1998. Based on Acts the third chapter, the Alms Center is a place of help, healing, and hope. Pastor Morgan serves as the Executive Director of the Temple Vision Corporation/Alms Center. Pastor Morgan has become the manager of a Christ-centered, worshipping, purposeful and innovative ministry by studying the Holy Bible's road map, communicating with Postmaster through prayer, and surveying his route to observe the needs of his patrons.

"God's Mailman" has delivered lessons of hope, reality, and achievement as an African-American History and Sociology teacher at Vineland High School for thirty-three years. Since his retirement, he has maintained his presence as an advocate, role model, and mentor for youth.

"God's Mailman" delivers equality and empowerment messages to Bridgeton's residents. Pastor Morgan is a member and Past President of the Bridgeton School Board. He is a member and Past President of the Bridgeton Christian Ministers' Association. Pastor Morgan extends his ministry by serving as a Chaplain at the South Jersey Regional Medical Center. He has served as President of the Bridgeton City Council, a member of the Cumberland County E.O.F., a member of the Advisory Board of the Empowerment Zone, the Chaplain of the Bridgeton Police Department, as well as a member of the Board of Trustees for State Prisons.

"God's Mailman" delivers sermons from God's Word with clarity and conviction to a local, state, national and international audience. As an additional avenue to fulfill Matthew 28: 19 & 20, Pastor Morgan reaches the masses as the Producer of S.T.A.N.D. Media Ministries that facilitate dynamic weekly radio and television ministry with a social media component. Dr. Morgan serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses and President of the New England Baptist Convention. Widely respected, Pastor Morgan has received numerous awards for his steadfast commitment to church and community, including but not limited to: Laymen's Pastor of the Year, General Baptist Convention of New Jersey; Cumberland County Hall of Fame; Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Award; Cumberland Christian School Excellence Award; The Distinguished Men of Culture Award; Emmanuel Baptist Church Purpose Driven Life Award; City of Hope Bible College Excellence Award and General Baptist Convention of New Jersey Gold Pastor Award.

"God's Mailman" would have you know; he does not write letters; he delivers for God. When "God's Mailman" speaks, there is:

Deliverance for those in bondage
Edification for the saint
Love for the unloved
Inspiration for the discouraged
Victory for the struggling
Encouragement for the downtrodden
Restoration for the deserter of faith 
Salvation to the sinner

God's Mailman always delivers!