Philanthropist, author, motivational speaker and entrepreneur, Dr. Jamal Bryant was selected to be the keynote speaker at Dallas’ at the Awards Banquet & Silent Auction at the Hyatt Regency Hotel this Saturday. The elegant affair kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction followed by the banquet at 6:30 p.m.
Dr. Bryant is the pastor and founder of Empowerment Temple AME Church in Baltimore, Maryland. Acclaimed the fastest-growing African Methodist Episcopal church in the denomination’s 200-year history, the congregation has expanded from 47 members, since its inception in 2000, to well over 10,000. A third-generation minister, Bryant is also seen and heard throughout the world via the Internet each Sunday, garnering more than 10,000 additional followers.
Known for his vocal and empowering stance on political and socio-economic issues, Dr. Bryant earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Studies from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Upon completing his undergraduate studies, he obtained a Master of Divinity Degree from Duke University. In 2005, Bryant obtained a Doctorate of Ministry Degree from The Graduate Theological Foundation while having the privilege of also taking courses at Oxford University.
Over the years, Jamal Bryant has developed an altruistic passion for faith and social justice. Highly sought after for his remarkable ability to reach broad-spectrum audiences, he has been the catalyst for empowering others spiritually, academically, financially, and socially. In recent years, Dr. Bryant has played a pivotal role in the fight for justice. Among many examples, is the notorious Trayvon Martin case. Dr. Bryant helped to spread the word about the injustices surrounding the case by leading several peaceful protests on behalf of the 17-year old Miami native’s family. He also served as a spiritual advisor to Trayvon’s parents during the highly-publicized trial.
Although Bryant is known for his work around the globe, he is making a tremendous impact in his state and community with the help of faithful members and leaders at his ministry. Through Empowerment Temple Economic Development Coalition, the church’s community outreach component, classes are offered to help members and nonmembers alike start their own businesses, become homeowners, gain health insurance, complete their education and attend college.
As the ministry’s founder, Bryant manages the day-to-day operations for a staff of nearly 250. Some departments include Human Resources, Finance, IT, Public Relations, Media Production, Television. He is also supported by more than 50 in-reach and outreach ministers.
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