SENIOR PASTOR KEITH BATTLE
Keith Battle is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Zion Church, a Church that he started in the Summer of 2000, that now has 4 locations in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area and has grown to over 12,000 regular attendees, with 100 full-time and part-time employees. In addition to his role as Senior Pastor, he serves as the Chaplain for the Washington Wizards, and the President of Sagacity, LLC the company through which he provides Executive Coaching for Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, and Church Leaders. Keith has a popular Radio Broadcast called “Weekly Wisdom” that airs on WERQ 92.3, WPGC FM 95.5, as well as on Magic 102.3 every Sunday Morning. He’s the creator, writer, and producer of the radio sports minute, When Sports Meets Life. He’s also the author of two books, Side Chickology: Why Men & Women Cheat and A Second Chance: Grace for the Broken.
Keith Battle is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Zion Church, a Church that he started in the Summer of 2000, that now has 4 locations in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area and has grown to over 12,000 regular attendees, with 100 full-time and part-time employees. In addition to his role as Senior Pastor, he ser ves as the Chaplain for the Washington Wizards, and the President of Sagacity, LLC the company through which he provides Executive Coaching for Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, and Church Leaders. Keith has a popular Radio Broadcast called “Weekly Wisdom” that airs on WERQ 92.3, WPGC FM 95.5, as well as on Magic 102.3 every Sunday Morning. He’s the creator, writer, and producer of the radio sports minute, When Sports Meets Life. He’s also the author of two books, Side Chickology: Why Men & Women Cheat and A Second Chance: Grace for the Broken.
Keith Battle is very passionate about keeping families together and seeing marriages thrive. His insight and humor as a Communicator makes him a favorite of people from all walks of life. Keith and his wife Vicki make their home in Bowie, MD and they have 3 adult children, and one grandchild.
Keith Battle is very passionate about keeping families together and seeing marriages thrive. His insight and humor as a Communicator makes him a favorite of people from all walks of life.
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FIRST LADY VICKI BATTLE
First Lady Vicki Battle was born in Brooklyn, NY and is a graduate of the University of Maryland at College Park. At the age of nineteen she gave her life to Christ and shortly thereafter met and married her husband of 34 years, Pastor Keith Battle. She and Keith are the blessed parents of three adult children and one grandchild. Her greatest joys are simply being alone with God, spending time with her family and roller skating.
PASTOR JOY OGUNTIMEIN
Joy Oguntimein is a Nigerian-American who calls the Washington Metropolitan area home. Her motto is Jesus. Others. You. She believes if you live life following Jesus, walking with others, and being authentically you, then you’ll thrive. Joy is a positivity spreader who seeks opportunities to stir up the gifts and treasures within others to help them confidently and joyfully fulfill God’s purpose for their life. Joy is a writer, learning and development consultant, and pastor.
Fun Fact:
I enjoy traveling and watching Marvel movies.
PASTOR PATRICE L. WOOTEN
Pastor Patrice L. Wooten, AKA, Pastor Smooth, is a native of Newark New Jersey and is proudly a little hood and mostly holy! She currently resides in Prince George’s County Maryland. She gave her life to the Lord and was called into ministry while attending Drexel University in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Patrice has a passion for teaching and strengthening leadership through training and mentorship. As a part of the pastoral team at the Landover campus, she provides oversight for the Ministers, Deacons, Women’s Ministry, Lay Counseling Support Ministry, leads the Sunday morning Bible Study Class and is the Lead Facilitator for Specialty women’s discipleship small group, #FollowMe. She also oversees Bereavement support for two campuses and is on the lead team for the Zion Church Global Women’s Ministry. Patrice’s call to build up the body of Christ is evident in her preaching and teaching which embraces one of her favorite passages; Acts 20:24 NKJV – “But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.”
Fun Fact:
Fun Fact: She sang in the gospel choir in college
LADY CLARESTA LEE
Lady Claresta Lee (“Clare”) is a daughter of the King! She is also the devoted wife of Pastor Joe Lee, who is the Lead Campus Pastor for Zion Landover, for the last 22 years. PJ & Clare have been privileged to affect the lives of thousands of young people but are incredibly blessed to parent their three children Jasmyn (21), Josselyn (19), and Josiah (15). Clare has been on staff at Zion in various roles for 9 years and currently serves as the Global Operations Manager focusing on organizational development and supporting all the ministries of Zion Church globally. She loves encouraging other women especially when it involves good food and great conversation! Fun Fact: I love going to the beach and to the mountains!
LESLIE GREEN
Leslie Green leads and founded SOUL, Singles Optimistic and United in Love, the singles ministry at Zion Greenbelt. Defining herself as a multi-passionate entrepreneur, Leslie is the chief creator and founder of Golden Life Ventures, a lifestyle company with three major divisions. As part of Golden Life Ministries, she speaks and writes about the Christian faith; through Golden Life Getaways she designs luxury group travel experiences; and with Golden Life Gear she offers unique apparel and accessories that inspire abundant living. Leslie is also the author of God Doesn’t Make Mistakes, a Christian self-help book that gives a firsthand account of her spiritual journey in a time of turmoil interwoven with biblical principles that offer a powerful testimony to God’s goodness. She currently lives in her hometown of Washington, D.C.
Fun Fact:
What else gets my blood pumping beyond creating, writing, and speaking? My other passions include singing, dancing, listening to live music, volunteering, cooking, and experiencing culinary goodness. (Yes, I’m a foodie!)
DARMINIQUE DAVIS
Darminique Davis is a wife, mother, administrative professional, entrepreneur, and wellness coach. With a Certification in Mindful Relationships and as the Leader of Zion Church’s internal Wellness Program, Darminique has made great efforts in promoting Wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. She has understood her purpose to be connected to her passion for Wellness and continues to seek creative and helpful opportunities to guide and coach others along their wellness journey. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Darminique currently resides in Houston, TX and is married to her best friend with 3 beautiful children.
Fun Fact:
Darminique adopted a total plant-based diet in January 2022 with the goal to completely reverse her Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis. Check out her article here. Darminique loves to draw and write. She can draw animated pictures by sight and has written documentation of every single day of high school!
DURSHAWN ROBINSON
DurShawn Robinson, A wife, a woman of God, 34 years of federal government service, over 10 years teaching financial literacy, and a proud native of Washington, DC, Southeast. She attends Zion Church Greenbelt. She provides her 7CENT$ by turning your “Challenge” into “Change” in the lives of everyday people, by faithfully living and helping others live out Romans 13:8 niv - Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another.
Fun Fact:
I love adventure, a milestone birthday I skydived for the first time. You will feel the rush of the wind in your face, see the clouds and the amazing view ahead and leave with a new appreciation for time. Because of my love for adventure, my friends and family call me inspiration.
PHILICIA WALLACE
Philicia Wallace is the Founder of Slaying Self Doubt, LLC, The Self Doubt Coach, and host of the Slaying Self Doubt® Podcast. She has been a member of Zion Church since 2007 and is currently the Assistant Manager of Life Groups. As The Self Doubt Coach, she is committed to helping Black women find their fears and SLAY them! Fun Fact: Fun fact about me…I am a self-proclaimed Home Chef; I can go into any kitchen and make a meal.
LEAH CLARK LEACH
In a world full of singers, Leah Clark Leach is truly an anointed and talented psalmist. Born in Rocky Mount, NC and raised in Washington, DC, Leah is a praise and worship leader, professional background singer, and gospel music artist. She has traveled extensively throughout the world including the U.S., Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean singing with many national recording artists such as J.J. Hairston, VaShawn Mitchell and more. In addition, Leahserves as a praise and worship leader at Zion Church in Fort Washington, MD alongside her husband Christopher Leach who also serves in music ministry. Leah’s desire is to continue to remain a true worshipper after God’s own heart. Fun Fact: Leah is the oldest sibling and a great cook.
