OUR TEAM
LEADERSHIP
Administrative Bishop: Mark Leonhardt
Email: coglaab@gmail.com
Phone: 225.293.0165, Ext. 211
Bishop Mark Leonhardt has a rich heritage in the Church of God. Born and raised in Greenville, SC, he was called to preach the Gospel in 1993.
After serving five years in Youth & Discipleship in two states, he has served as Lead Pastor in three churches. His most recent pastorate was Fort Mill Church of God in Fort Mill, SC where he served for nearly seven years.
Mark met his wife, Al’Lora at Lee University in 1989. They have been married and enjoying ministry together since 1991. They have two married children, with one grandson, Braxton Turner Leonhardt.
In July 2022, Bishop Leonhardt was elected to the Council of 18 at the Church of God General Assembly in San Antonio, TX. He was also appointed to the serve the Church of God as Administrative Bishop for the state of Louisiana.
Louisiana Women’s Discipleship Director: Al’Lora Leonhardt
Email: coglawd@gmail.com
Phone: 225.293.0165, Ext. 216
Al’Lora Leonhardt is Alabama born-and-raised, grew up in a pastor’s home and considers herself to have a rich heritage. She has worked alongside of her husband, Mark, in ministry for over 31 years. Together they have had the privilege of serving God in many wonderful places, serving as lead pastor for 17 years.
In addition to spending time with family, Al’Lora enjoys reading, shopping, Mexican food and all things coffee. She loves the beach, the mountains, and the bayous of Louisiana. Al’Lora’s greatest JOY on this earth is the grandbaby, Braxton!
Proverbs 24:11 says, “Rescue those who are being taken away to death; hold back those staggering toward slaughter.” Guided by this verse and the Great Commission of Matthew 28:16-20, Al’Lora is compelled to share the message of Jesus, considering it a joy and privilege to get to preach at any opportunity.
Al’Lora is an RN who has worked most recently in hospice care, helping individuals find comfort and dignity at the end of life and providing support to families in times of bereavement.
Al’Lora feels strongly compelled to encourage other women in ministry that we really are all in this together and we need one another! She also participates in and leads local and world missions outreaches several times a year, including missions trips to Mexico, Ecuador and Tanzania. The kids at Casa Hogar Alpha and Omega in Poza Rica Mexico have absolutely stolen her heart.
Youth & Discipleship: Kevin and Hailey Hendrix
Email: coglayd@gmail.com
Phone: 225.293.0165, Ext. 213
Kevin and Hailey Hendrix are originally from Alabama and have had a rich ministry journey for the last 14 years, primarily focused on Youth Ministry. They currently serve as Lead Pastors at Northshore Worship Center in Covington, LA, and as the Youth & Discipleship Directors of Louisiana.
Kevin has a long line of Church of God heritage in his family, but his own ministry journey began with obtaining his Exhorter Credentials at age 19. He now stands as an Ordained Bishop in the Church of God, and his dynamic speaking spans many Youth Camps, conferences, and revivals. Kevin’s leadership extends to roles like NYLA President and a Winterfest Board member.
Hailey, also a Church of God credentialed minister, directs the LA COG Girls Committee, serves as a member of the Winterfest Board, and aids Creative Teams for NYLA, Louisiana COG State Events, Winterfest, and COG World Missions.
Married since 2013 with two adventurous boys, Baylor and Briggs, they relish outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, fishing, hunting, and National Park exploration. Rooted in deep dedication, Kevin and Hailey ardently guide this generation to embrace Jesus and harness the Holy Spirit’s transformative power. They are driven by remarkable motivation, energy, and a heart for outreach, and they are extremely excited to continue Kingdom work in the great state of Louisiana.
SUPPORT STAFF
Administrative Secretary: Sarah Rose
Email: coglasec@gmail.com
Phone: 225.293.0165, Ext. 211
BOARDS & COMMITTEES
STATE
COUNCIL
YOUTH &
DISCIPLESHIP
BOARD
STATE
EVANGELISM
BOARD
WOMEN’S
MINISTRIES
BOARD
Rebecca Douglas
Helen Babin
Rhonda Pelley
Hailey Hendrix
(Girls' Ministries Coordinator)