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O Come, Let us sing unto the Lord; Let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto Him with Psalms. Psalm 95:1
Pastor Gilyard & First Lady Janice Gilyard
The History
Elder Eugene Hayward’s first association with the Lord began in Charleston, South Carolina at the Lovely Hill Baptist Church. In 1942, he migrated to New York and in the 1950’s to Hoboken. He became associated with the Mt. Olive Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Blanton, first becoming a Deacon and later a Licensed Minister.
In 1960, he joined the Gethsemane Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Rogers. Continuing the work of the Lord, Elder Hayward and Rev. Griffin started a church on Grand Street and Johnson Avenue in Jersey City.
On December 8, 1963, he was ordained at New Dawn Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey, under the leadership of Rev. Griffin. In 1967, he was called to worship at the Ebenezer Baptist Church where conditions that were beyond his control, forced him to move to a new location.
Changing the name to Corinthian Baptist Church, Rev. Ravenell invited Elder Hayward and his congregation to worship with him. In 1974, his dream became a reality; the opportunity to purchase a new home for his worshippers finally arrived. It was a struggle to save for the down payment, but it was well worth it. He, along with his faithful members, few in number but high in spirit, marched to 132 Bergen Avenue where the church is presently located. Rev. Hayward installed two preachers, two evangelists and ordained twelve deacons.
Under his leadership, he organized five choirs, the burning of the mortgage, the installation of a Baptismal Pool and the remodeling of the kitchen. It has been stated that Elder Eugene Hayward and Mother Geneva Hayward desired that Corinthian Baptist Church continue to prosper as we pray and stay together.
Rev. Edward C. Satterfield, Pastor Emeritus
We thank God for Rev. Satterfield and his beautiful wife, Sister Gwendolyn Satterfield. They are supportive of Pastor Gilyard and his family. They continue to worship with us at Corinthian Baptist Church and are a tremendous blessing to everyone.
Rev. Satterfield joined Corinthian Baptist Church in 1977 and became Chairman of the Trustee Board. In 1981, Rev. Satterfield was ordained as a Deacon.
Rev. Satterfield attended Ft. Valley State College and graduated in 1957. He also attended the Northern Baptist School of Religion in 1983 and received his License in the Ministry on June 29, 1985 after graduating.
Rev. Satterfield became the Assistant Pastor of Corinthian Baptist Church in 1988. On January 25, 1998, he became Pastor of Corinthian Baptist Church. During his leadership, Rev. Satterfield ensured that the church grew spiritually, and made major renovations to the church. Rev. Satterfield is also an active member of the Christian Education Committee.
Pastor Damon F. Gilyard
Rev. Gilyard is the pastor of Corinthian Baptist Church in Jersey City. Ordained and licensed in 1981, he has held various positions of church leadership including, Minister to New Converts, Instructor for Bible Institute, Mentor for male youth programs, Teacher for various bible study sessions, Pastoral Care Minister, and served as covering preacher for several local Pastors.
Rev. Gilyard grew up in East Orange, Newark, and Summit, New Jersey. Most recently, he served as Associate Minister at The Cathedral Second Baptist Church in Perth Amboy, New Jersey for Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr. Rev. Gilyard received extensive ministerial and leadership training under Bishop Hilliard.
Rev. Gilyard is a graduate of Seton Hall University, with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. As an Educator in the Newark School District, he works with students in an alternative education program. Serving as mentor and teacher, a tremendous difference is being made in the lives of students he is responsible for.
A much sought after speaker in professional, social and spiritual settings, Rev. Gilyard is best known for his dynamic spiritual and motivational speaking abilities. He has a passion to see lives changed. By teaching, preaching, and sharing information, he helps others to apply Godly principles to everyday life.
Pastor Gilyard is married to First Lady Janice and they recently celebrated 20 years of marriage. They have been blessed with three children, Kara, Brandon and Briana.
Ministerial Staff at Corinthian Baptist Church
- Rev. Edward Satterfield, Pastor Emeritus
- Pastor Gloria Lawton
- First Lady Janice C. Gilyard
- Evangelist Cynthia Matthews
- Minister Cathy Baggett
- Minister Sancha Gray
- Minister MaryAnn McKenzie
- Minister Marvin Thomas
- Brother Kevin Fair, Chairman, Deacons
- Brother Samuel Prince, Chairman, Trustees
- Brother Floyd Gray, Minister of Music
- Sister Kimberley Kafele, Executive Assistant to Pastor Gilyard