Our Keynote Speaker:

The Rev. Dr. Bernadette Glover

The Reverend Dr. Bernadette Glover is a God-directed pastor and dynamic preacher, deeply committed to Jesus Christ. A native of Scotch Plains, New Jersey, gave her life to the Lord at an early age, and was called to ministry before her 17th Birthday. She is the Senior Pastor of the St. Paul Baptist Church, Montclair, New Jersey.  Dr. Glover joined St. Paul in 2013 as Interim Pastor and was installed in 2016 as the Senior Pastor .  

 Prior to St. Paul, she served as the Executive Pastor at Cathedral International (The Historic Second Baptist Church) in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, where Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr., is the Senior Pastor.  As well, she has served as Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship at the New Brunswick Theological Seminary.

 Dr. Glover has a strong commitment to education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Eastern University, a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Palmer Theological Seminary (formerly Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary), and a Doctorate of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary, where she studied as a Jeremiah Wright, Molefi Asante, Cornel West Fellow.  Dr. Glover was also granted an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Eastern University.

 A distinguishing feature of her life and work is Dr Glover’s deep commitment to Christ combined with boldness in proclaiming God’s Word. Prior to assuming the role of Senior Pastor of St Paul Baptist Church, Dr Glover was Associate Professor of Preaching and Worship at the New Brunswick Theological Seminary. As an educator, she was recognized for her keen ability to guide her students into seeking for deeper understanding of spiritual truths and their Call to ministry. She also served as Executive Pastor at The Cathedral International Church, Perth Amboy, New Jersey, where Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr is the Senior Pastor.  

 A special area that God has gifted Pastor Glover in is connecting with persons in sensitive and fragile periods of life. She demonstrates genuine love for those whom she leads, serves and mentors, from infants to seasoned saints.

 Dr. Glover is the author of the book Whispers Overheard, which has been adapted into a play, and the writer of published music entitled Grateful Praise.  As a third-generation minister, Dr. Glover loves ministry and is committed to the transforming power of the Gospel. She is a gifted, discerning interpreter of church and social issues. She has immobilized her faith community as she champions justice for all as evidenced in “Operation Just Hope” and “Village Talk.” She is passionate about ministry.   One of her mottos is, “I am in the business of putting myself out of business.”

Annual Meeting Book

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