Dr. Ruth I.G. Moore

The Life and Legacy of Dr. Ruth I.G. Moore Dr. Ruth I. G. Moore was born on December 6, 1935, in Bolton, North Carolina as Ruth Iris Graham to Rosetta and Eddie Graham. The fourth of eight children, she attended grade school in North Carolina and graduated high school in New York City where she relocated with her family. She married the love of her life, James Lewis Moore, Sr., on January 2, 1956. God blessed this union with two children, LaVirsa Michelle Moore and James Lewis Moore, II. She pursued higher education at Selenia Commercial College in Lumberton, North Carolina, and Columbia University in New York City. She later finished studies at Virginia Union University’s School of Theology, Virginia Theological Seminary, Shiloh Theological Seminary and Light University Online. Her degrees include Doctor of Divinity and Master’s in Biblical Counseling. She holds certificates in Pastoral Care, Public Speaking, Crisis Counseling, AIDS & HIV Counseling, and several others. Over the years, her education, training, and anointing afforded her many Ministry opportunities. As a member of the Church of God in Christ, she served in several positions on the District, State and National levels including District Missionary, Executive Secretary to the State Bishop, Executive Secretary for the Missionary Licensing Board, Assistant Financial Secretary and State Representative for the National Women’s Convention. Dr. Moore also served as Women’s Department Coordinator for the E.C. Cannon Crusade Worldwide Ministry. As Co-Founder of Tower of Deliverance Ministries, Inc, (with churches throughout Central Virginia) she held several administrative positions and served as Vice President. In the late 1980’s, Dr. Moore accepted the call to “Preach the Gospel”. She traveled in evangelism conducting spirit filled revivals with many souls being saved and delivered. It was during this time that the Ministry of Faith, Hope & Victory with Evangelist Ruth I.G. Moore, was heard on six radio stations throughout Virginia, and other southeastern states. On three separate occasions, Dr. Moore was given notice by medical experts that her time on earth was limited, but through faith in God and His healing power, God healed and extended her life. Dr. Moore began a Mission Ministry in Ashland, VA. On August 1, 1993, she was officially ordained as an Elder and installed as Pastor/Administrator of Faith, Hope & Victory Community Church in Ashland, VA. In the position of Pastor, Dr. Moore totally committed to her charge to “Minister to the Whole Man”. Not only in WORD but also in DEED. Since the beginning of Faith, Hope & Victory Ministry, she led the congregation to reach city wide recognition as the Community Church. The Outreach Ministry served to feed the hungry, clothe the naked and bring hope to the hopeless. In addition to feeding hundreds of children and families throughout the year, the programming included after school homework assistance and mentoring. In April 2014, due to declining health, Apostle James L. Moore, Sr. retired as Pastor of Tower of Deliverance Church. Under the leadership of Dr. Moore both churches Tower of Deliverance and Faith, Hope, and Victory merged together. She named the new church Tower Ministries Church. Dr. Ruth I.G. Moore was consecrated as Senior Pastor on April 4, 2014. Dr. Moore served in ministry for more than sixty years throughout Virginia and the southeast. She is most widely known for her ability and anointing to train women. She teaches women the importance of having an effective prayer life, faith in God and love for their families. Winning Souls to Christ and Developing Christian Character was her goal. Pastor Ruth, as she is affectionately called, offered an open heart and open arms to the lonely, the needy, the discouraged and despondent. To all who came for guidance and directions, she would say “Whatever you need, God will provide”. Dr. Ruth I.G. Moore has been called from labor to reward. We honor this legend in God’s Church. With the many seeds she has planted during her life, the legacy of Dr. Moore will forever live on. She leaves to carry on her legacy her daughter: Elder LaVirsa Moore, Richmond, VA, Son: Bishop James L. Moore, II (Najah), Fredericksburg, VA, her spiritual son: Bishop J. Daniel Henderson, Sr. (Doris), Fredericksburg, VA. Her Grandchildren: James L. Moore, III, of Memphis, TN, JaDia L. Slade (Demetrius), JaMaris L. Moore, Rocky Mount, NC, Craig Patterson, Jr. (Luz), Jahi Patterson (Ebony), Henrico, VA, Neesha Patterson, Amari & Brielle Williams, Fredericksburg, VA, Danielle Morton (Darryl), Ashley Johnson (Travis), Joe Henderson, Jr., and Benjamin Henderson (Sierra). Great Grandchildren: JaMont & Jamya Moore, Durham, NC, Kaylen, Kacey & Frank III (Trin) Bateman, Elsmere, DE, Leah Moore & Levi Bennett, Rocky Mount, NC, David Henderson, Justin Freeman, Jeremiah Morton, Lillian, Laila, & Lewis Johnson, and Brielle Henderson, Fredericksburg, VA. Two brothers: Carl J. Graham (Peggy), Bronx, NY and Eddie Graham (Deborah), Leland, NC; two sisters: Barbara Coleman, Norfolk, VA and Cora Lyons, Richmond, VA, brother-in-law: Andre Moore, sisters-in-law: Mazalee Graham and Carol Graham. Three Godchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins, many spiritual sons and daughters; and a host of extended family members and friends. She was predeceased in death by her husband: Apostle James L. Moore, parents: Rosetta and Eddie Graham, brothers: Jessie F. and Willie Graham; sister: Evanger (Mae) Graham.

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Dr. Ruth I.G. Moore

December 6, 1935 - April 26, 2023