Elder Lillian Burger was born in Columbus, Ohio. She is an East High School alum. She and her husband of 49 years have 6 children- all of whom are working in ministry.  They both surrendered their lives to the Lord in 1971. After they were baptized in Jesus' name and filled with the Holy Ghost, they discovered their passion for God’s people.

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During her 27 years of service with Greater Bethlehem Temple Church Apostolic Church under the leadership of the late Bishop Walter Jones Jr., Lady Burger served as church secretary, Sunday school teacher, choir director, in women's ministry, and in “Outreach for Girls” where she worked with young ladies from 12-18 and their mothers.

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Lillian Burger also attended Columbus State Community College to obtain her financial certification and studied early childhood development.  She attended The School of Biblical Theology in Columbus, Ohio under the leadership of Dr. Isaiah Aycox Jr.

After many years of service, she and her husband were called to pastor Rejoice Praise & Worship Center- A Healing Church for Hurting People.  There she serves as First Lady, Sunday School Teacher, Assistant Pastor, Altar Worker, and overseer of the women's ministry.  Elder Lillian Burger is dedicated to serving the ministry, congregation, and community.