Andrew D. Singleton, Jr.
Matteson,USA
Summary
Devoted family man, servant of God, and dedicated minister, Reverend Andrew D. Singleton, Jr. has been on a spiritual journey since his salvation in 1978 at the Apostolic Church of God (ACOG) in Chicago. Guided by the late Bishop Arthur M. Brazier, he upholds a legacy of faith and service.
Pastor Singleton is an experienced professional with a history of impactful decision-making and strategic vision. He has shown proven ability to drive organizational growth through collaborative leadership and adaptability to changing needs. Strong background in governance, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Pastor Singleton is known for fostering teamwork and consistently delivering results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Member
Suburban PADS
- He is a former member of the South Suburban PADS board, an organization that provides food, shelter and employment to the homeless.
- He also serves as a member of the Finance Committee in Olympia Fields, IL.
Former Chairman of the Board
South Suburban Community Development Corporation
Chairman of the Board
A Taste of Victory, LLC
Chairman of the Board
The Victory Association
Founder and Chairperson
A Taste of Victory (ATOV)
01.1999 - Current
- Pastor Singleton is the founder and chairperson for “A Taste of Victory” (ATOV) which is an annual outreach event held in Matteson, where over 800 free medical and dental screenings are performed for youth and adults. ATOV promotes over 50 small businesses in a festive environment, with over 2,000 people in attendance each year since its inception in 1999.
Senior Pastor
Victory Apostolic Church
08.1996 - Current
- Pastor Singleton was ordained in 1989 and later felt the leading of God to start a church in Chicago’s southern suburbs. In obedience to that call, Victory Apostolic Church (VAC) was formed in August 1996 with 12 members. The church experienced so much growth in Chicago Heights, IL, that in February 2009, a $20 million dollar, 2,500 seat sanctuary was completed in the current Matteson, IL location. In 28 years, God has blessed Victory to grow to several thousand members with over 70 ministries.
- Additionally, he is the chairperson of the Victory Association, whose mission is to transform churches by training church leaders.
Education
B.S. Degree - Accounting
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, ILMaster of Divinity - undefined
McCormick Theological Seminary
Chicago, IL01.2002
Skills
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Financial Planner
- Certified Church Consultant
Accomplishments
Significant Work Experience
Washington, Pittman and McKeever, a southside Chicago C.P.A. firm where he worked as an external auditor - 1979-1984
Englewood Community Health Organization (ECHO), a southside Chicago Mental Health facility where he worked as Chief Finance Officer 1985-1990
Community Mental Health Council, another southside Chicago mental health organization with Dr. Carl Bell as CEO, and myself as Vice President of Finance. Responsibilities included oversight of finance, Human Resources, maintenance and staff liaison to the Board of Directors 1990-1995
Westside Health Partnership, a subsidiary of Mount Siani Hospital, located on the westside of Chicago where again, I was the Chief Finance Officer 1995-2000
Founding Pastor of Victory Apostolic Church 1996-Present
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Financial Planner
- Certification as a church consultant
Awards
Men In Bow Tie Award 2023 - Mayor Vernard Alsberry, Jr.
Gave opening prayer at the U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. 2018
2024 Arthur M. Brazier M. Brazier Award for Church & Community Advancement - The Ezra Project
Saving Our Communities and Inspiring Our Youth Award - by the Honorable Cynthia Cobbs, Illinois Judicial Council
Rich Township Democratic Organization Fall Gala - Bishop Arthur M. Brazier Award - Outstanding Spiritual Enrichment, Community Outreach and Service in the South Suburbs of Chicago
Difference Makers Award - Living Grace Church
Rich Township Black History Month Honoree
NAACP President's Award - Pastoral Excellence in Serving the Community - 2019
Exelon Corporation - Powering Communities Award - 2022
Family
Married 50 years to Brenda Singleton with three adult children and eight grandchildren.
Publications
50 "Simple" Truths For a Complex and COVID-19 World(2021)
Perfecting Love Relationships: The 7 Types of Love (2012)
Transformed Soul, Mind & Body (2017)
Timeline
Founder and Chairperson
A Taste of Victory (ATOV)
01.1999 - Current
Senior Pastor
Victory Apostolic Church
08.1996 - Current
Board Member
Suburban PADS
Master of Divinity - undefined
McCormick Theological Seminary
Former Chairman of the Board
South Suburban Community Development Corporation
Chairman of the Board
A Taste of Victory, LLC
Chairman of the Board
The Victory Association
B.S. Degree - Accounting
University of Illinois at Chicago
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