Prior to becoming the Pastor of Faith, Hope and Love Family Worship Center Church in the Madison, Wisconsin area, Pastor Harold E. Rayford served as the Lead Associate Pastor of
The Chosen Vessel Cathedral in Fort Worth, Texas. He has been a member of this assembly his entire life. His Father in the Gospel and role model in ministry is the Honorable Bishop Richard E. Young.
Pastor Rayford served as Youth Pastor, Property Manager and Childrens Ministry Pastor. As Youth Pastor he worked closely with both parents and young people to create stronger families and Christ-centered youth. Pastor Rayford is passionately committed to a mandate to empower individuals and communities toward their God-given potential. He is a gifted teacher, preacher and administrator. He is known for his down-to-earth, life-applicable, realistic approach to preaching and teaching God's Holy Word. With a passion to see people enjoy the fullness of God's best, he equips believers through his practical style of teaching while carrying a rich anointing to impart the gift of faith. He has been married for over 20 years to Jacquie Rayford. They are the parents of two children.
Pastor Rayford is also an accomplished musician and songwriter. He is known nationally and internationally for his unique sound as a Gospel Jazz Saxophonist. Pastor Rayford holds a B.A. degree in Business Administration from Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, Texas and an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Business from Tarrant County College in Fort Worth, Texas. For more information about Pastor Rayford and his musical activities, check out his website: www.haroldrayford.com. 