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Reclaim Your Voice
I don’t speak to make noise—I speak for those whose voices were stolen, silenced, or ignored.
About Me
I’m from fried fish on Friday nights, salmon croquettes and biscuits on Saturday morning, and blue crabs just because. I’m from roast simmering Saturday night for Sunday’s dinner after church, hand churned vanilla ice cream, and a Sock-It-To-Me cake for dessert. I’m from family trips to Busch Gardens, games being played at the Gator Bowl, and shopping at Gateway Mall. Being originally from Jacksonville, FL, I didn’t fully appreciate it then, but I appreciate it now how where I’m from shaped so much of who I am today. I also went to undergrad at South Carolina State University (GO BULLDOGS!!!), and have been living in the Metro Atlanta area for the last 24 years.
Professionally, I am the Director of Alumni Engagement for the Candler School of Theology at Emory University and have the opportunity to engage with activists, bridge builders, changemakers, and disruptors that are out to change the world in meaningful and sometimes unique ways. And having obtained my Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary, this position is literally the perfect culmination of me bringing my whole self to work.
Ministerially, I’m an ordained Itinerant Elder in the AME church and have been preaching for over 20 years at the Cathedral of Turner Chapel AME Church in Marietta. Presently, I am appointed as the Minister of Online Engagement, and serve as the ministry lead for our Prison Ministry and Domestic Violence Awareness Ministry.
Outside of that, I spend my spare time serving on several boards in the Metro Atlanta area, as well as a clergy advocate for domestic violence and sexual assault. Yet, with all that, my greatest accomplishment to date is being the proud mother of my daughter, Joi.
Domestic Violence Clergy Advocate
My Story
From the time I was in my mother’s womb, domestic violence was a part of my life. And it continued to be a part of my life well into college and my young adult years until I finally left an abusive relationship to the man I was engaged to marry. However, it wasn't until my childhood best friend was murdered in 2016 that served as the cat
From the time I was in my mother’s womb, domestic violence was a part of my life. And it continued to be a part of my life well into college and my young adult years until I finally left an abusive relationship to the man I was engaged to marry. However, it wasn't until my childhood best friend was murdered in 2016 that served as the catalyst to my current work. I literally turned my anger into advocacy.
My Mission
My unique approach to domestic violence advocacy is rooted in my experience as clergy and a survivor. I am currently pursuing my Doctor of Ministry at Candler School of Theology with a focus on the clergy response to domestic violence. This perspective involves a compassionate, supportive framework that emphasizes healing, empowerment, an
My unique approach to domestic violence advocacy is rooted in my experience as clergy and a survivor. I am currently pursuing my Doctor of Ministry at Candler School of Theology with a focus on the clergy response to domestic violence. This perspective involves a compassionate, supportive framework that emphasizes healing, empowerment, and collaborative partnerships between the church and the community.
My Services
My Services
Preaching and speaking on domestic violence is no easy task and makes most people uncomfortable. Invite me and let me do the talking for you. I'm available for:
- Preaching engagements
- Keynote speaker
- Community conversations/panels
- From a clergy perspective
- From a survivor's experience
Some topics include: "Violence from the Parking Lot to the Pe
Preaching and speaking on domestic violence is no easy task and makes most people uncomfortable. Invite me and let me do the talking for you. I'm available for:
- Preaching engagements
- Keynote speaker
- Community conversations/panels
- From a clergy perspective
- From a survivor's experience
Some topics include: "Violence from the Parking Lot to the Pews to the Pulpit: A Holistic Clergy Response to Domestic Violence", "Know Your Role: A Community Response to Domestic Violence", "Stronger Together: Ending the Cycle of Abuse", "Domestic Violence Stops with Me: Be the Change", and "Unbreakable Spirit, Unstoppable Transformation".
Community Service and Leadership
Associate Minister: Minister of Online Engagement and Domestic Violence Ministry Leader
The Cathedral of Turner Chapel AME: www.turnerchapelame.org
Board of Directors: Chair
Interfaith Children's Movement: https://www.icmgeorgia.org/
Board of Directors: Member
NAMI DeKalb: https://www.namidekalb.org/
Executive Board: Chaplain
Atlanta Chapter of SCSUNAA : https://scsuatlbulldogs.org/home
Executive Board: Director of Digital Media
Cobb County SCLC: https://www.cobbcountysclc.org/
My Books
Can Do Power
In a world that has become so inundated with self-help books that offer a number of cliches and mantras to assist us in life, Christians have often forgotten that the Word in which we profess to stand in possesses the power in which we need. We have even permitted scripture to become a habitual part of our lives, diluting the power of the precepts we have been taught. Can Do Power: Embracing the Blessings of Philippians 4:13 is the first of several books in a series that seeks to remind you of that power. Purchase today!
Pamela's Rubies
My beautiful mother passed away on July 11, 2016, 7 days after her 60th birthday, and as I prepared her eulogy, I was inspired by the subtle wisdom that has impacted me throughout my life. I didn't want to be selfish and keep all of these nuggets to myself, so I'm sharing them with the world. I must admit, "Pamela's Rubies: Wisdom for Everyday Living" will most definitely make you think about life from a different lens and shift your perspective for the better. The thing is, these are lessons that you already know, you just needed to hear it from someone else. Purchase today!
Contact Me
I look forward to hearing from you!
If you want to connect with me about a preaching or speaking engagement, please send me an email with details and I will get back to you within 24 hours.
