The House of the Lord

Minister Pat Reese

February 23, 2023

Min. Pat Reese has been the Receptionist and Gatekeeper of The House of the Lord for more than 25 years. She describes herself as an empath, who can deeply relate to the feelings and plights of others. Min. Pat reveals her…

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Pastor Patricia J. Butler

February 23, 2023

As a member of The House of the Lord, Pastor Pat Butler serves as Executive Assistant to Bishop F. Josephus Johnson II. She was appointed to office of Elder in 2005 and in 2006, was appointed to the role of Chief…

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Angela Gibbons

February 20, 2023

Pastor Angi, a native of Dayton, Ohio, is the church’s Pastor of Worship and Celebration Arts, and Audio/Visual Ministry. She is passionate about worship and believes creative arts are an amazing way to share the Gospel. Whether it be song, dance, drama,…

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Deacon Lynda A. Parker

February 20, 2023

Lynda Parker is the Office Relational Manager and Finance Administrator at The House of the Lord.  She is also over the Deacon’s ministry. A member of the church since May of 1985, Lynda has served in various ministries, including the Greeters…

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Herman A. Matherson Jr., M.A. 

February 20, 2023

Pastor Herman Matherson, a member of The House of the Lord since 1983, is currently an Associate Pastor and Chief Operating Office of the church. Pastor Herman’s responsibilities involve overseeing day-to-day operations, with specific administrative oversight of the church’s legal,…

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Pastor Daren Brake

February 20, 2023

Daren Brake is the Lead Pastor at The House of the Lord in Akron, Ohio, under the leadership of Founder and Preaching Pastor Bishop Joey Johnson. He is the pastor of Local Missions, Christian Education, Comfort Care, Prison/Reentry, and the…

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Alan Pickett

February 20, 2023

Alan Pickett is a technician for The House of the Lord’s Audio/Video team. He is also a member of the church’s Maintenance team. Alan has been married to the lovely Valecia Pickett for 34 years and has been a member…

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Dara Winchell, CPA, MBA 

February 20, 2023

Dara Winchell is the Controller at The House of the Lord, responsible for budgeting and managing the finances of the church, as well as working with banks and auditors.   Dara obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from The University of…

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Linda Isaiah

February 20, 2023

Linda accepted Christ at the age of 8 in her hometown of Waynesburg, Ohio. She knew then God had a call on her life. After moving to Akron, she joined The House of the Lord and has served faithfully for more…

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Sheila P. Watkins

February 1, 2023

Sheila Watkins, a member of The House of the Lord for more than 48 years, has been involved in several ministries including the Children’s and Adult choirs and has been a teacher at the church, A retired teacher of 32…

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