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The Elders Award

In Honor of Elder Azar Montgomery Jr.

Pastor Donnell Montgomery Sr.

Elder Montgomery was a beloved and long-time teacher and minister at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. He devoted his life to teaching and ministering to others through his God given ability to challenge others mind. He believes wholeheartedly in education on all levels. Having received a Doctor of Theology along with extensive faith-based course world at Philander Smith College and AR Baptists College. Elder didn't let age or complacency limit his desire to learn and educate himself. It's our desire that this award will serve as encouragement to serve others through your gifts and always challenge yourself to become the best version you can.

Scholarship Requirements

  • GPA=3.5 and above

  • Previously enrolled in Undergraduate Level Courses

  • Enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours

  • Eligibility ends once bachelor's degree is obtained

  • Minimum of 6-month Active Member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church


Essay

Theme options for Essays: 1: "What's your plan for growing in Christ?" or
2: "What's the greatest struggle in your faith and what will you do about it?"

Due 2 weeks after the end of the semester. An essay hard copy is to be submitted through the link below. Also, an essay copy is to be submitted electronically by email to
dmontgomery@themontgomerygroup.org

John 14:11 Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me.

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