Evangelist James D. Harris, Sr., transitioned from this life on Sunday, March 13, 2022; peacefully in his home in Gulfport, Mississippi.

He was married 47 years to the lovely and wise, Pauline H. Harris, who proceed him in death. He is survived by two sons, James D. Harris, Jr.: Ivan J. Harris, Sr…. both Ministers of the Gospel. Two Daughters-In-Law, Aretha B. Harris, and Annette Morrison Harris. Three Grandsons, James D. Harris, III; Gulfport, MS and Ivan Harris, Jr. & Ian Jamil Harris; San Diego, CA. He is also survived by one brother, Randolph R. Harris (Sandy Harris) of Inglewood, CA and one niece, Kimberly Harris, also of Inglewood, CA.

Bro. Harris attended the Nashville Christian Institute in Nashville, TN under the teachings, guidance, and directions of Bro. Marshall Keeble. Bro. Harris attended Southwestern Christian College in Terrell, TX and attained his Bachelors of Ministry. That is where he met the lovely Pauline H. Harris. He also attended Eastern New Mexico University, in Portales NM and earned his Associates of Theology & Business Degree there. Bro. Harris attained his Masters of Theology at Alabama Christian School of Religion now Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama. This is where his grandson, James D. Harris, III will be attending in the fall of this year. What a powerful testimony to Bro. Harris, Sr.'s legacy!

Bro. Harris "Father-in-The Gospel" was Evangelist Ernest Lane and Bro. Harris has worked with the Church of Christ spanning 69 years in Tullahoma, TN; Portales, NM; Las Cruces, NM; Dimmitt TX; El Paso, TX; Statesville, NC; Newton, NC; Victoria, TX; Goliad, TX; Corpus Christi, TX; Baton Rouge, LA; Greenwood, MS & lastly the North Gulfport Church of Christ in Gulfport, MS. Bro. Harris also served as the Chaplin for the North Gulfport Civic Club until his passing.

Bro. Harris & Sis. Harris have been instrumental in counseling and Bro. Harris has married over 287 couples over 50 years and have performed countless Marriage Retreats & Seminars nationwide. Bro. Harris has performed over 417 Gospel Meetings and numerous lectureships and many revivals all over the country. His powerful delivery style, Biblical knowledge and presence in the pulpit can only be compared to his humble and loving disposition away from the pulpit. He will be always known as "Bro. Harris" affectionately and will be missed immensely in everyone's' lives!

As a courtesy, the Harris family has provided an option to view the funeral service of Evangelist Harris via Zoom. Please follow the link blow:

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