Bishop William Davenport is married to Constance M. (Zachery) Davenport, his high school sweetheart. They have been married since 1975 and are the proud parents of four and grandparents of twelve.

 

Bishop Davenport started his pastorate at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in 1984. His personal testimony is “Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchmen waketh but in vain.” (Psalm 127:1)

 

Vision

 

It is the shared vision of Bishop Davenport and the members of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church, Inc. “to see the whole world saved, starting with the lives we encounter.”

  

Under Bishop Davenport’s pastorate the following ministries have been implemented:

 

IN-REACH MINISTRIES

Intercessory Prayer, Weekly Bible Study (Noon and 7:30 PM), Minister’s Training, First Sunday Evening Prophetic Encounter – Healing, Miracles and Deliverance Service 6:00 PM Service, Soul Winning Program, Prison & Jail Ministry, Teen Bible Study, Home Ministry, AWANA – Children’s Bible Study, Women’s Ministry, Heart & Soul Ministry, Christian Education Ministry, Young Ladies of  Distinction (YLOD) and Ladies of Virtue (LOV), Children’s Church, Nursing Home Ministry, Dance Ministry,  Greeters/Parking Lot Ministry, Young Men of Standards (YMOS), Seniors (Sowing Eagles), Emergency Preparedness and Readiness Program, Veterans Ministry,

 

OUT-REACH GLOBAL MINISTRIES

•  Ibadan, Nigeria: 2000 – present: Providing financial support to World Gospel Missions (Pastor Segun Matthew). Helped to build a church and a 21-room school, “The City of Faith Comprehensive College”.

• Oyo State, Nigeria: Providing financial support for building a new church (Pastor G.M. Oladejo).

• India: 2008 Supplied 40 bicycles to the village ministers to travel throughout the many villages winning souls for Christ. Based on a recent mission report, over 12,000 people have accepted Christ as their Savior.

• Liberia: Provided support for a missionary for over 16 years (Missionary Eric Polk).

• Tanzania: Providing financial support to Pastor Vincent Mbarikiwa for building a new church.

 

OUT-REACH COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• “Taking Back our City” Crusade

• Community Thanksgiving Service

• Community Resurrection “Sunrise” Service

• CMBC Faith Outreach Ministry: providing community with  

  • ​ Free dinners on Fridays at church annex

  • Fresh vegetables from church garden

  • Back to school supplies to students

  • Christmas fruit baskets to community

• Pastors/Community Leaders

• Partner with Social Circle Schools 

  

COMMUNITY BOARDS

 

Bishop Davenport is presently active on the Social Circle Georgia Initiative Community Housing (GICH) Board and Union City GICH Board.

 

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

 

• Chosen Pastor Award: Presented by Mr. Creed Pannell, Jr., CEO & Executive Director of Atlanta Gospel Choice Awards

• Unsung Hero: Presented by the Walton Tribune

• Guiding Lights of Social Circle: Sponsored by Better Hometown of Social Circle

• Living Legend Award: Presented by Seaborn Lee Elementary School for impact on schools and communities

• Solid Rock Award: Presented by the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce

• Phenomenal Trailblazer Award: Presented by Rep. Sharon Teague and Georgia NFWL

• Key to the City of Union City: Presented by Mayor Vince Williams

• Gate Keeper in the City – presented by LLOA

• Hall of Fame Award: Presented by East Atlanta High School Alumni

• Chairman Circle Award: Presented by South Fulton Chamber 

 

EDUCATION

 

Bishop Davenport’s education consists of High School diploma -- East Atlanta High School; B.S. degree (Electronic Engineering) -- Fort Valley State University; Certificate in Biblical Studies -- Ambassador Bible College (California); Graduate Studies in Religion -- Liberty University (Lynchburg, VA); and a Doctorate of Pastoral Counseling (DPC) -- Andersonville Theological Seminary.