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Obituary For Pastor Cassandra Elliott

Mrs. Cassandra Elliott, also affectionately known as “Su-Su”,“PC”, “Cassie” or “Pastor C”, was born on March 10, 1968, in Brooklyn, New York to Deacon Winfield and the late Pastor Eva Ballance. With her devoted husband by her side, she peacefully transitioned from labor to reward on Sunday morning, June 27, 2021.

Along with her siblings, Cassandra was raised in a home with God-fearing parents who both were musically inclined, which inspired her journey and cultivated her love for God and music. At the age of six, Cassandra began singing and playing the piano at church. For twenty-one years her musical gift and spiritual guidance was nurtured within the Glorious Church of God In Christ, under the leadership of the late Bishop Perry Lindsay, Sr. She lived and breathed music which was an outlet and a place where the worshiper in her evolved. Cassandra was afforded the opportunity to attend Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts where she was challenged to develop her musical skills and cultivate her gift. She toured with and was the accompanist to The Boys Choir of Harlem. After Glorious Church of God In Christ, the Holy Spirit led her to Calvary UFW Baptist Church, Inc under the leadership of Apostle Clenso Allen.

The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives (Psalms 37:23: NLT)

On March 14, 1991, Cassandra married her best friend and the love of her life, Bryant Elliott. Trusting that God would direct her steps, Cassandra journeyed from New York to Ohio and then to North Carolina serving in various capacities within the Lord’s church as a Worship Leader, Minister of Music, Pastor of Worship and Fine Arts and Worship Director. Cassandra was an anointed psalmist, musician, and song writer. In addition to serving in the church, she was an essential contributor in numerous music recordings with a wide variety of gospel artists such as The Griffin Specials, Rev. Milton Biggham and the Georgia Mass Choir, the now Bishop Hezekiah Walker’s Love Fellowship Choir and had traveled and ministered abroad.

More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance (Romans 5:3 ESV)

After twelve years on dialysis, God answered her prayers, and then she would use that miracle to serve as a living testimony. Eight years after her kidney transplant she was yet trusted with another trial. On August 7, 2013, she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and God yet again showed Himself to be a healer. In January of 2014, she received the good report that she was cancer free, and her kidney remained intact. It had been 15 years since Cassandra’s successful kidney transplant, and she never stopped serving God and birthed from this experience was none other than “The Gathering”, a healing worship encounter that allowed people to bask in the presence of God without restraint.

As an ordained minister of the gospel, Cassandra went on to earn a Bachelor of Theology from the North Carolina Theological Seminary on May 27, 2017. With the spirit of excellence, she served well in every place that God called her to. Cassandra served with excellence through her powerful speaking engagements, workshops, and coaching sessions in which lives have been transformed and changed for the better. On January 23, 2021, the Lord called she and her husband into the pastorate of The Gathering Place Global Ministries. Pastors Cassandra and Bryant diligently served together in ministry

for decades. She asked the Lord to give her the “Strength and Courage “to make it through the test and trials that came upon her, and the Lord answered her prayers, therefore allowing her to leave an amazing legacy in the earth.

Cassandra leaves a loving family to cherish her memory: Her loving husband of thirty years, Bryant of Greensboro, NC; Father, Deacon Winfield Ballance of Brooklyn, NY; brother, Rodney Ballance (Latrice) of Upper Marlboro, MD; sister, Nancy Ballance of Brooklyn, NY; brother, Frank Ballance (Kantrece) of Brooklyn, NY; niece, Gianni Jones (Darius); Nephews, Gregory Moore and Caron Ballance, all of Brooklyn, NY; goddaughters, Shae Brown of Brooklyn, NY and Miss Addison Barnes of Greensboro, NC; and a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends. Cassandra was preceded in death by her mother, Pastor Eva Ballance on May 19, 2021.

A service honoring her life will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021, at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 1301 Alamance Church Road, Greensboro, NC. A public viewing from 9:30am – 11am. The service will begin at 11:00am. The burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 3901 Forest Lawn Dr., Greensboro, NC. Funeral Service will be live streamed at www.MTZBC.com under the “Watch” tab.

A Celebration of Life Tribute Concert will be held on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at 12 pm at World Victory International Christian Center of Greensboro, NC. Temperature checks, wearing masks, and social distancing protocols will be observed.

Services entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home of Greensboro, NC.

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Guest Book

My, My, My: What more can be said about our Dynamic Duo: Pastors Bryant and Cassandra Elliott? Ooooo, oooooooo, I know!! As I was sitting during today's warm, loving and moving Viewing, God spoke to my spirit "Royalty"! "Amanda be sure to treat everyone as such." Then the Presider confirmed it by saying that Heaven has received "Royalty" in the person of Pastor Cassandra Elliott. Excellence, Excellence, Excellence from start to finish. What a tribute to your Queen. We salute you dear Bryant. A Real Labor of Love - Superlative Service to say the least. CREM, St. Paul and the Rawlses love you and are here for you. Keeping the Elliott/Ballance Connection in prayer. Thank you My Earth Angel for Life.

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My Deepest Condolences to Bryan & the Family! We have definitely lost a Jewel, A Trophy of Grace, I've been so Blessed to have crossed your path Pastor Cassandra, you have always given me encouragement words to move forward & let me know my self-worth. Your Worship to God has always taken me to another level of worship to my Father!! Truly, you will greatly missed. The Angels are rejoicing, your Crown will be adorned just for you-Good and Faithful Servant!! My heart 💔is crushed, but I know you are there with the Father & interceding for me & many. What a Place to Be. Until I join you, RIH (Rest In Heaven) With all my ❤️ Much Love 💕 Myra Barnes Soulcare Ministry, Richmond, VA

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Our sincere condolences to Bryan and family. Our hearts and prayers are with you daily!! Pastor C was truly an inspiration and such a loving, powerful, anointed, psalmist, selfless, soul winner, always giving and thinking of others Woman of God. Her daily words of encouragement was a blessing to my spirit and soul. She was an awesome Life Coach and she will truly be missed but never ever forgotten!! Love you much Pastor C. Barbara Forrest ❤️❤️🙏🏼

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So honored to have been exposed to such a beautiful light. Love and Prayers,Gail Williams

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I miss u pastor Cassandra Elliott my heart is broken u were such an awesome woman; mom; sister; friend; psalmist there is no one like you I can here u singing I am free praise the Lord I'm free no longer bound no more chains holding me my soul is resting it's such a blessing praise the Lord hallelujah I'm free you are in no more pain or sorrow u have gained your wins rest easy until we meet again the KWWC church family pstors Bishop Shirley Stanfill & pastor Timothy Stanfill will miss u dear now sir back & hear God say well done thy good & faithful servant u fought the good fight of faith gone but never forgotten we ♥ You Pastor Cassandra our hearts are saddened by your loss

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Our deepest condolences to Bryan and the family and friends of Cassandra. She was such a blessing to others and will be missed! Jay and Hope Newkirk

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Elliott family. We shared many hours with Casssndra at The Women's Retreats we did video for Lady Amanda Rawls. Her sing and playing was awesome. Charles and Donna Murphy Lanham, Maryland

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Pastor Bryant and family, our hearts break with yours. I thank God for allowing your ministry to pour into the CREM retreat experience for decades! She taught us to worship—and her impact is immeasurable. I find peace and joy imaging her worshiping at the feet of our Savior. God will hold you close during this time. Love, Sis. Yvette Peak

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My deepest condolences to Bryan and family of Pastor Cassandra Elliott. I am privileged to have known Cassandra in the capacity of one of her nurses during her early years on dialysis in Brooklyn New York. During a difficult time with many health challenges, she exhibited much strength and resolve. She was an inspiration to me and other staff members as she always had a smile and a word of praise and hope. The expressions of tender love and commitment shown by her husband Bryan was so beautiful to watch. As I read her obituary, I am quickened in my spirit to see how she has continued to allow God to use her in such magnificent ways. May the peace of God be with you and family Bryan. Lisa Jorden, RN.

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Sending our deepest condolences. We are thankful to have shared memories with Pastor Cassandra Elliott. We will miss her and her impact on the Designing Women Encounter and the Word of Grace & Truth Ministries. We thankful to have shared memories with Pastor Cassandra Elliott, words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of our dear sister. To her husband Bryant, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Love , Dr. Thomas and Dr. Claudia Dozier, Tampa, Fl

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Sending our deepest condolences. We are thankful to have shared memories with Pastor Cassandra Elliott. We will miss her and her impact on the Designing Women Encounter I am thankful to have shared memories with Pastor Cassandra Elliott. I will miss her and her impact on the Designing Women Encounter. Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for the passing of our dear sister. To her husband Bryant, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.& The Word of Grace & Truth Minstries. Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that We feel for the passing of our dear sister. To her husband Bryant, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Love , Dr. Thomas and Dr. Claudia Dozier, Tampa, Fl

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To the family of Pastor Cassandra Elliott: Our heartfelt and sincerest condolences and prayers to you all. Her worship and preaching were monumental, and I am so honored to have called her a sister and friend. May God continue to cover you in peace and comfort. Pastor and First Lady Dalyn and Dawn Dunn

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Bryan &family- Our sincere condolences in your loss. We are praying and thinking of you, We pray the Holy Spirit will comfort and bring bring perfect peace. Elliott & Mona Johnson

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Bryant, Denise and I love you and Cassandra dearly. She will be sorely missed. You have always shown yourself the perfect husband for her, and we shall continue to pray your strength in the Lord. We'll meet her again in heaven where she's singing & playing & praising in God's presence. Take time to grieve my brother, but not as those that have no hope. We love you, Almeria Lee & Denise Lee ♥️♥️♥️

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Prayers and condolences to the family. Pastor C. will be missed. Awesome woman of God who put her Yes on the table, giving God full use of her many gifts. Such a blessing to the Body of Christ. My life is richer for having spent time with her. Well done my sister. Dr. Evelyn Johnson-Taylor Tampa FL

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Eldress Chief Prophetess Bea Lowry I will be praying for the family and I thank God that I got to meet a beautiful young woman of God every time we were in Waldolf when ever I was Preaching wearing my Prophet call she had music and a sweet word from the Lord,I had the chance eat breakfast and talk about directions and what Jesus wanted she or myself to do.Peace a job well done for Jesus

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Our deepest condolences to Bryan Elliott and his family in the transition of his beloved bride. As much as she will be missed by the body much more by Bryan. Our prayers are directed towards you all. May the Lord embrace and strength you now and in the days to come. Grace and peace. Bishop and Lady Graham and the New Covenant Christian Center Church Family.

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TO PASTOR CASSANDRA ELLIOTT WE WILL MISS YOU AND ALL THE GREAT THINGS YOU HAVE DONE FOR GOD AND WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AS A FAMILY OB WELL DONE SEE YOU IN GLORY TO GOD BE THE GLORY LOVE YOU CATHERINE EZZELL-ELLIOTT YOUR CUSLIN AN SISTERIN LAW TAKE YOUR REST NOW AND KNOW THAT GOD IS PLEASE WITH YOU LORD I SEEK TO PLEASE YOU LORD LORD I SEEK TO PLEASE YOU LORD YOU LORD YOU LORD NOBODY BUT YOU I PLEASE YOU LORD I WIIL ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL YOUR SONGS THAT WAS WRITTEN BY YOU CASSANDRA SLEEP ON AND TAKE YOUR REST IT IS WELL WITH YOUR SOUL GOD IS PLEASE OB WELL DONE AND FATIHFUL SERVANT

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My family and I would like to offer our sincere condolences for your loss. Pastor Cassandra Elliott blessed my family when she spoke over our daughter. She knew what she was going through with out her saying a word. We are forever grateful. Bernice Simmons, The Master's Child Church.

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Pastor thank you for speaking over my daughter. That made a great impact on my daughter. You was able to see what she was going through without her saying a word. I am forever grateful. I send my heartfelt condolences to your family. Heaven has a great one. Bernice Simmons, The Master's Child Church.❤

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My heart and prayers are with Brian,AC the family and friends of Pastor Cassandra.

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My sincere condolences to Bryan Elliot and family. May God grant strength and peace at this time. Love Tracy and Shermaine Webb

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My Thoughts and Prayers are with The Elliot family. Cassandra was a beautiful soul with a smile that lit up a room. Prayers to our Mount Zion Church Family and Blessing to her extended family as well. We will miss Pastor Elliot's presence and the love she has shown us All. Love Gloria Hightower-James and Family.

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Our deepest condolences to Bryan and the Elliott family in the transition of such a wonderful woman, a true gift to the Church and friend to so many people. May the Lord send strength and grace. Dr. Dallas and Lady Angela Scales

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My deepest sympathies to the entire Elliott family during your time of bereavement. Pastor Elliott was a mighty woman of God. She will be missed but I know she is seated next to our heavenly father.

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Words cannot express the impact that Pastor Cassandra had on the lives of those she came in contact with. I am sending my love and condolences the Elliott family! ~Jeremy L. Rogers~

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My sincere condolences to Bryan and the rest of the family. Cassandra was a kind individual who will be missed. Latonya Dixon Flamer

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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