About Dr. LA

Dr. Larry L. Anderson Jr.

Dr. Larry L. Anderson Jr. is a North Philadelphia native who now resides in Greater Philadelphia, PA. The Lord has blessed him with a wonderful wife, Kim and three beautiful children, Marquis, Darius, and Gabrielle.

Anderson graduated from Philadelphia Biblical University (Cairn Univ.) with a B.S. in Bible with an emphasis in Christian Leadership. He has received his Master of Divinity and his Doctorate in Ministry Degrees from Biblical Theological Seminary, (Missio Seminary).

Dr. Anderson became the Sr. Pastor of Great Commission Church in September 2004. In his time as pastor he has been blessed to see the congregation grow spiritually and numerically. One of his noted achievements to date has been his ability to follow the voice of God in 2008 by leading GCC from the suburbs of Montgomery County into the city of Philadelphia to impact their new community with a holistic gospel.

Dr. Anderson was the first African American Professor to serve on the faculty of Biblical Theological Seminary (Missio). He established the Urban MDiv program and also served as director of both the Doctoral and Urban Programs. Dr. Anderson resigned from the Faculty of Missio in July 2013, and continued to serve as an adjunct professor for the Practical Theology Department. He also serves as an Missional Consultant for Esperanza College.

Dr. Anderson joined the Staff of the Baptist Resource Network of the Southern Baptist Convention in April 2013. He is the Director of Church Advancement and Evangelism overseeing 350 churches throughout Pennsylvania and South Jersey. His primary role is to assess the overall health of a church and walk alongside them to fulfill their Calling in God’s Kingdom

Dr. Anderson serves as the Board Chairman for Community Forgiveness and Restoration, an initiative designed to battle against Recidivism. The Chairman of Community Ethics and Justice Coalition an initiative to move the BRN from Racial Reconciliation to Racial Restoration. The Chairman of Mansion Hope a non-profit to reach the people of Strawberry Mansion in order to promote dignity, peace and a flourishing community through acts of service by cultivating opportunities for healing and development.

Dr. Anderson is the co-author of the book ‘Ask Me Why I’m Not In Church’ released in June 2019 on WestBow Press. The Author of The Pastors’ Diaries released in July 2022on WestBow Press. The Pastors’ Wives’ Diaries released in May 2024 on SMS Press. The Cancer Diaries released in February 2026, on SMS Press. Dr. L.A. is the founder and host of Athens Avenue the Podcast birthed in Spring 2023.

Dr. Anderson is a highly sought-after teacher and preacher, engaging diverse audiences across national and international platforms. Dr. Anderson also serves as Christ Ambassador for the his chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated.

Dr. Anderson has dedicated his life to becoming a workmen approved by God, who can correctly handle the Word of Truth (2 Timothy 2:15).

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