Lyord Watson, Jr.

llyordA true family man originally from Brewton, AL, Lyord Watson, Jr. lives with the understanding that his life is a gift, and he plans to do what he can to make the most of it with deep inspiration from his older sister Madeline Watson. Currently, Lyord serves as a preacher, Birmingham Change Fund’s Chairman, and is completing a Masters of Divinity at Samford University. If ever you need to find Lyord, you may catch him giving back to the community through Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Birmingham Change Fund, or Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. During his down time, Lyord enjoys spending time with his wonderful wife Katrina, playing Prolific, or simply enjoying a few moments catching up on TV. If you have time, Lyord recommends reading, The African American Church in Birmingham, Alabama 1815-1963: A Shelter in the Storm by Wilson Fallin, Jr.