By AFRO Staff
Name: Rev. Stephanie M. Atkins, Pastor
Ministry name, location and length of service to date:
Waters Memorial A.M.E. Church since May 2021
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Business, B.S.- Communications, University of Phoenix
Master of Divinity, Howard University School of Divinity
Master of Fine Arts, Goucher College, Towson, Md.
Community you serve and main focus:
South Philadelphia, urban ministry serving in the midst of revitalization, yet maintaining the rich heritage of the African American faith leaders such as our founder, Richard Allen.
Uniqueness of your ministry:
Multi-generational, righteous & reckless, willing to evoke change in the face of opposition and adversity. Prophetic-Visionary
Ministry challenges:
Gentrification is all around us, young people are leaving organized religion, recognizing we must break the chains of traditionalism without losing our spiritual foundation.
Mentors:
Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie, Rev. Dr. Ann Lightner-Fuller, Rev. Drs. Michael & DebbyiiThomas
Recreation choices:
Writing, Dance Ministry Development and Sisterhood with my Links sisters.
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