Latrece Williams McKnight
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Spirit-led, results-driven executive with over 25 years of experience in youth discipleship, licensed childcare, faith-based leadership, and procurement consulting. Called to raise up the next generation of leaders in both church and marketplace settings. Combines deep pastoral insight with executive-level leadership across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO / Program Creator
Gospelology Club
01.2021 - Current
- Founded a national biblical education platform combining scripture, science, and leadership.
- Creator and host of The Gospelology Show, a national Christian broadcast for youth.
- Designed interactive curricula used by churches and schools nationwide.
- Coaches churches in Gospelology-themed ministry development and discipleship culture.
President & CEO
McKnight Williams & Associates, LLC
01.2012 - Current
- Founder of a global leadership and procurement consulting firm, connecting certified leadership coaches with corporations, churches, and nonprofits around the world.
- Secured contracts with the U.S. Department of Energy, Virginia Department of Education, Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, City of Chesapeake, and international clients.
- Provides procurement consulting and leadership development for churches, youth organizations, and faith-based institutions.
- Specializes in church design, team development, and launching youth ministries globally.
- Supports nonprofits, ministries, and foreign organizations with scalable growth and sustainable funding strategies.
Youth Pastor & Executive Board Member
Calvary Revival Church
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Led a dynamic youth ministry serving hundreds of students and their families.
- Oversaw a $150,000 youth ministry renovation project including the Gospelology Lab.
- Managed over 300 volunteers; created leadership development programs for youth and adult leaders.
- Served on the Executive Board, collaborating with senior leadership on church vision and strategy.
Director of Children & Youth Ministries / Ministry Consultant
First Baptist Church South Hill
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Directed Next Gen Ministry for 14 years and later returned to consult post-pandemic.
- Redeveloped ministry structure and team; created the official logo and branding identity.
- Authored and implemented curriculum currently used from nursery through high school.
- Supported leadership growth of Children’s and Youth Coordinators and volunteer teams.
- Partnered with families for at-home discipleship and led major youth outreach events.
Youth Director (DoD) – Military Base Ministry
Naval Base Rota, Spain – CNIC, U.S. Navy
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Directed youth programming on the world’s largest U.S. Navy base.
- Oversaw all operations, compliance, and spiritual programming.
- Began teaching Sunday School on base chapel—launching deeper ministry work.
- Provided mentorship and pastoral care to youth and staff; known for building deep spiritual relationships.
Education
M.A. - Christian Education
Andersonville Theological Seminary
B.A. - Christian Education
Andersonville Theological Seminary
B.A. - Educational Studies – Elementary Education
Western Governors University
A.S. - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
Executive Certificate - Scaling a Business
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Doctor of Christian Education (Candidate) -
Andersonville Theological Seminary
06.2026
Skills
- Next Gen Discipleship & Curriculum
- Procurement & Government Contracts
- Volunteer Training & Leadership Development
- Youth & Family Ministry Strategy
- Church Consulting & Ministry Branding
- Faith-Based TV & Media
- Cross-cultural Ministry & Global Outreach
- Nonprofit Strategy & Scaling
- Executive Leadership & Coaching
Accomplishments
- Created and hosted national youth show, The Gospelology Show
- Built and led Gospelology Lab youth center project ($150K)
- Served on church Executive Board and led multi-campus teams
- Received multiple government and international consulting contracts
- Developed ministry and leadership curriculum adopted nationally
Certification
- Certified Leadership Coach – John Maxwell Team (Founding Member)
- DISC Certified Trainer
- Certificate in Youth & Theology – Princeton Theological Seminary (IYM)
- Member – National Education Association (NEA)
- Member – National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Publications & Media Features
- Faith Meets Physics: Gospelology Curriculum – Amazon
- Make Me Over Again: This Time Forever – Amazon
- WAVY TV 10 Feature: “The Gospel with a Scientific Twist” – Watch Interview
Timeline
CEO / Program Creator
Gospelology Club
01.2021 - Current
Youth Pastor & Executive Board Member
Calvary Revival Church
01.2015 - 01.2022
President & CEO
McKnight Williams & Associates, LLC
01.2012 - Current
Director of Children & Youth Ministries / Ministry Consultant
First Baptist Church South Hill
01.2004 - 01.2014
Youth Director (DoD) – Military Base Ministry
Naval Base Rota, Spain – CNIC, U.S. Navy
01.1994 - 01.1998
B.A. - Christian Education
Andersonville Theological Seminary
B.A. - Educational Studies – Elementary Education
Western Governors University
A.S. - Early Childhood Education
Tidewater Community College
Executive Certificate - Scaling a Business
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
M.A. - Christian Education
Andersonville Theological Seminary
Doctor of Christian Education (Candidate) -
Andersonville Theological Seminary