Brent La Prince Edwards
Owings Mills
Summary
Senior pastor with over thirty-two years of experience across multiple African Methodist Episcopal congregations, currently leading Waters AME Church in Baltimore, Maryland. Founder of Maji Advancement Initiative, Inc., Rosa Walker Advancement Initiative, Inc., and Helping Hands Community Youth Center, demonstrating a commitment to community development. Experienced international medical missionary, educator in theology, author, and public speaker, with a strong focus on youth engagement and mental health advocacy.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
Waters African Methodist Episcopal Church
Baltimore
06.2023 - Current
- Chief administrator of the congregation, staff, facility, and non-profit programs delivering pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and community services for all age groups, while managing operations, staff, and personnel.
Founder and Chairman
Maji Advancement Initiative, Inc.
Baltimore
06.2023 - Current
Spearhead program development initiatives to enhance non-profit outreach programs and forge community partnerships for advancement in youth education, mentorship, health care initiatives, and community services.
Founder and Chairman
Rosa Walker Advancement Initiative, Inc.
06.2010 - 06.2023
- Orchestrated strategic planning initiatives designed to improve organizational effectiveness and expand community outreach related to youth education, mentorship, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), piano lessons, and community development.
Senior Pastor
St. James African Methodist Episcopal
Asheville
06.2010 - 06.2023
- Served as chief administrator for congregation and non-profits, delivering pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and community services for all age groups while managing operations, staff, and personnel.
Founder and Director
Youth Development Center
Mt. Gilead
01.1995 - 12.2010
- Launched innovative educational programs supporting youth through tutoring and mentorship.
Introduced first-ever church-led initiative in town aimed at empowering young individuals.
Senior Pastor
St. Stephen African Methodist Episcopal Church
Mt. Gilead
06.1995 - 06.2010
- Directed administration of congregation, staff, facility, and non-profits delivering pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and community services for all age groups while overseeing operations, staff, and personnel.
Healthcare Technician
NC Gov Dept of Mental Health and Social Services
Charlotte
06.1993 - 06.1995
- Administered health care services in emergency detox facility for patients with chemical dependencies.
Cared for emotionally marginalized youth and teens, ensuring access to essential support.
Education
Doctor of Ministry - Theology
Duke University
Durham, North Carolina12-2025
Master of Divinity - Theology
Union Presbyterian Seminary
Charlotte, NC04.2019
B.A. - Religious Studies
University of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC08.2002
Itinerant Ordination - Ministry
Western North Carolina Board of Examiners
Durham, NC06.1995
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
06.1983
Skills
Pastoral care and grief support
Leadership and operations management
Religious education and youth ministry
Crisis management and community engagement
Interfaith dialogue and cultural sensitivity
Mentorship and conflict resolution
Music and choral teacher
Seminar facilitator
Public speaker
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Accomplishments
- Author of "Preachers Gone Wild! Where Do Preachers Go When They Hurt?" Author of Anti-bullying children's book, "You Can't Bully Me Anymore."
- Every May 20th is declared as the city-wide, "Reverend Brent La Prince Edwards Day" in Asheville, North Carolina for city-wide impact his ministry has had in education and the community of Asheville, NC. Declared in June 2023 by Mayor Esther Manheimer
- Member of the international Pan African Collective Board which sponsors medical missions to African
- Member of the Order of the FLAME (Faithful Leaders as Mission Evangelist) by World Methodist Evangelism serving over 155 countries around the world
- Former Director of Evangelism for the Second Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church
- Member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Waters African Methodist Episcopal Church
06.2023 - Current
Founder and Chairman
Maji Advancement Initiative, Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Founder and Chairman
Rosa Walker Advancement Initiative, Inc.
06.2010 - 06.2023
Senior Pastor
St. James African Methodist Episcopal
06.2010 - 06.2023
Senior Pastor
St. Stephen African Methodist Episcopal Church
06.1995 - 06.2010
Founder and Director
Youth Development Center
01.1995 - 12.2010
Healthcare Technician
NC Gov Dept of Mental Health and Social Services
06.1993 - 06.1995
Doctor of Ministry - Theology
Duke University
Master of Divinity - Theology
Union Presbyterian Seminary
B.A. - Religious Studies
University of North Carolina
Itinerant Ordination - Ministry
Western North Carolina Board of Examiners
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
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