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Wednesday's Word featuring Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim

Wednesday's Word
(L-R) Dr. Dee Dawkins-Haigler, Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim
Dr. Dee Dawkins-Haigler, Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim

Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim Shares Powerful Message on Wednesday's Word with Dr. Dee

By [Your Name] | News & Talk WAOK – August 20, 2025


On this week's inspiring edition of Wednesday's Word on Wake Up with Dee, Dr. Dee Dawkins-Haigler welcomed the dynamic and spirit-filled Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim, senior pastor of Allen Temple AME Church in Atlanta. Affectionately known as "Dr. SHE," Rev. Dr. Ephraim delivered a moving word of encouragement, drawing from her deep well of faith, education, and lived experience.

A trailblazer in ministry and education, Rev. Dr. Ephraim made history in 2019 as the first woman appointed pastor in the 158-year legacy of Allen Temple AME Church. Her message this week centered on perseverance, purpose, and the power of divine timing — offering listeners both spiritual wisdom and practical encouragement to face life's challenges with bold faith.

Born to Joseph E. and the late Gwendolyn Beasley Buckson, Dr. Ephraim is married to Dr. Michael G. Ephraim, Sr., pastor of Bethel AME Church in Albany, Georgia. Together, they form a powerhouse couple committed to ministry, education, and service.

A celebrated educator for nearly three decades, Dr. Ephraim holds a B.A. in English Education from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from Coppin State College, an M.Div. from the Interdenominational Theological Center, and a D.Min. from Payne Theological Seminary. She is a Milken Family Foundation National Educator and was named Atlanta Public Schools High School Teacher of the Year — accolades that reflect her unwavering dedication to uplifting youth and communities.

Worship with Allen Temple AME Church – Atlanta, GA

📍 Location: 1625 Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
🕊 Sunday Worship: 10:00 AM (in person & livestream)
📖 Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 PM (virtual)

Connect with Rev. Dr. Susan Hillary Ephraim:

Facebook: Rev. Dr. Susan H. Ephraim

Follow Allen Temple AME Church:

🌐 Website: https://www.allentempleatlanta.org/

Facebook: facebook.com/AllenTempleAMEATL

Instagram: @allentempleameatl

Dr. Ephraim's appearance on Wednesday's Word continues WAOK's commitment to amplifying the voices of faith leaders who are shaping lives and communities across Atlanta and beyond.

🎧 Listen to the full segment on Wake Up with Dee below.