meet the council

Elder DR. Valerie K. Brown

Principle Advisor to the Presiding Prelate

Elder Dr. Valerie Kay Brown, a native of Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as the Executive Pastor Emeritus, working alongside Bishop Kim W. Brown. She is a dynamic leader, gifted in executive leadership, administration, and financial strategy—skills that significantly contributed to the remarkable growth and success of the Fellowship.

Dr. Brown’s leadership and impact have been recognized across the region.

She has served on numerous boards and received several honors, including:

  • YWCA Women of Distinction Award (and former board member)

  • Inside Business Women in Business Achievement Award

  • Chesapeake Economic Development Authority (former member)

  • Virginia Economic Development Partnership (former advisory board member)

  • SunTrust Bank (advisory board member)

  • CIVIC Leadership Institute (founding member)

  • Urban League of Hampton Roads, Inc. MLK Jr. Community Service Award

  • Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) (award recipient and board member)

She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Dr. Valerie K. Brown is a 1974 graduate of Indian River High School and a 1978 graduate of Virginia State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She became a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Virginia in 1980 and later received her Doctorate in Management from the Weatherhead School of Business at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, in 2000.

Dr. Brown is the author of three insightful books:

  • The Mis-Education of the Christian: Your Guide to Financial Freedom

  • What’s in a Title: A New Leadership Paradigm

  • You Can’t Do What.

She is married to Bishop Kim W. Brown, Presiding Prelate of The Mount Global Fellowship of Churches. Together, they are blessed with two children, Pastor James “LJay” Brown and Dr. Kimberly Williams, cherished in-laws Dr. Keshia Brown and Linwood Williams, Jr., and adored grandchildren James Emmanuel, Jaxon Emory, Kennedy Nicole, and Kaylyn Noelle.

Their shared passion for transformative ministry led to the founding of K.W. Brown International Ministries, Inc., an organization committed to fostering spiritual growth, leadership development, and empowerment.

Bishop a. jamie croone

Vice Regent

Bishop A. Jamie Croone serves as the Vice Regent on the Covenant Kingdom Reformation Council. God has endowed Bishop Croone with a fatherly Apostolic anointing, which has helped to restore, bring about deliverance, and aid in recovering spiritual wholeness to the lives he has touched. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Redeeming Love Christian Church in Georgia, aiming to demonstrate God’s love that Redeems, Unveils, and Empowers. He has earned a Bachelor’s degree and a MBA degree from St. Leo University. He also has a Masters of Divinity and a MED from Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

Bishop Croone has been married to Prophetess Tanya Croone (Co-Pastor) for more than 30 years. They co-labor to reconcile people to Christ by demonstrating the power of God's Redemptive Love and to fully equip the people of God in pursuit of their destiny. He is the father of six beautiful children: Aric, Arthur II, Christian, Stephen, David, and Amiyah. Together with his wife, he enjoys the benefits of raising Godly seed for the next generation.

Bishop R.W. GILCHRIST

Bishop of Fiscal Affairs

Bishop R.W. Gilchrist serves as the Bishop of Fiscal Affairs on the Covenant Kingdom Reformation Council. A proud veteran, Bishop Gilchrist honorably served in the military for over 24 years before answering the call to pastor the Lord’s church. He is the Senior Pastor of Liberty Christian Center—“The Church Where We Don’t Just Do Church, But We Do Life!”

Bishop Gilchrist holds an Associate Degree from Central Texas College and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Cum Laude). He also earned a Master of Arts in Church Leadership from Liberty University School of Theology and Seminary. Currently, he is a Doctoral Candidate at Andersonville Theological Seminary.

He and his beloved wife, Lady Karen Marie Gilchrist, have been married for over 34 years. They are the proud parents of two adult children, Jonathan Gilchrist and Tanesha Ramirez, as well as a son-in-love, Elijah Ramirez, and one cherished granddaughter, Vanessa Renee.

Bishop and Lady Karen reside in Nolanville, Texas, where they continue to lead and serve faithfully as the Lead Couple of Liberty Christian Center.

PASTOR DR. JOHN FAISON, SR.

Pastor of Admissions

Pastor Dr. John Faison, Sr. serves as the Pastor of Admissions on the Covenant Kingdom Reformation Council. He is the Senior Pastor of Watson Grove Baptist Church (The Grove), a growing, multigenerational, multisite church with campuses in Nashville, TN and Franklin, TN. The Grove endeavors to be “A GROWING church for GROWING people whom Christ will use in GROWING His Kingdom.”

A native of Boykins, Virginia, Pastor Faison holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, a Master of Arts in Practical Theology from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and a Doctor of Ministry from Payne Theological Seminary in Wilberforce, Ohio.

Pastor Faison was called to lead The Grove in March 2012. Since that time, his leadership has resulted in substantial spiritual and numerical growth, as thousands of new members have been added to the ministry. Pastor Faison’s innovative approach has led The Grove to become a go-to resource of encouragement and empowerment both locally and globally. Every week, five generations are impacted by the innovative ministry that emanates from our Nashville, Franklin, and global campuses.

Pastor Faison is a highly sought-after communicator of the Gospel. Young and seasoned alike have been blessed by his message of allegiance and authenticity, as well as his willingness to deal with relevant issues. Pastor Faison's dexterity with different audiences stems from his broad spectrum of experiences. In addition to his 27 years of ministerial experience, he is also a decorated veteran, having served as an US Army officer for eight years. Pastor Faison is a recognized voice at events throughout the country, including the Clinton Global Initiative, the Samuel D. Proctor Conference, NAACP Leadership 500, the Word Network, and universities throughout the nation. In 2023, he was inducted into the prestigious Morehouse College MLK Chapel Board of Preachers and selected to serve as the Noonday Preacher for the Hampton University Ministers Conference.

Pastor Faison is blessed with influence that extends beyond the local church. He is a passionate advocate for community transformation and development, as seen in his work as an HIV/AIDS National Ambassador with the NAACP (theblackchurchandhiv.org), mentor in public school districts, and advisor to several community organizations. His work has been featured in several publications including The Tennessean, TheGrio.com, The Associated Press, USA Today, and Christianity Today. In Nashville, he served as Co-Chair of Imagine Nashville, a citywide, community-led envisioning effort to help shape the future of the city. Additionally, he serves on the Boards of Trustees at Belmont University and Leadership Nashville, as well as on the Community Health Impact Council for Genentech, a biotechnology research company. Dedicated to leadership development in faith, community, and business spaces, Pastor Faison is an executive coach to pastors and a consultant to several organizations. Committed to theological formation, Pastor Faison currently serves as a doctoral mentor and adjunct professor at United Theological Seminary. Previously, he served as a doctoral mentor at Payne Theological Seminary, and as Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at New York Theological Seminary. Fraternally, he is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity (Boule).

Pastor Faison is married to Dr. Maya M. Faison (Bugg). He is the proud father of three biological children (John, Jr., Ajah, Jaden), and three bonus daughters (Adderley, Ellington, & Morgan).

PASTOR DR. cedric rouson

Historian

Pastor Dr. Cedric Rouson serves as the Historian on the Covenant Kingdom Reformation Council. He is regarded as one of Coastal Virginia’s most respected Millennial pastors and generational bridge builders. He serves as the lead pastor of The Place of Change, where he succeeded his parents Bishop A. Ray and the late Rev. Christina Rouson.      

His preparation for ministry includes undergraduate studies in religion at Liberty University, a Master of Divinity degree from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University, and a Doctor of Strategic Leadership degree from Regent University. 

His passion for leadership excellence, relationship building, family empowerment and personal restoration provide him ongoing platforms to fulfill purpose as a preacher, teacher, coach, strategist, facilitator and mentor.  

Pastor Rouson is also a highly respected musician, writer and arranger, whose musical gift developed from 3 years of age, and has provided him opportunities to perform, write and record music throughout the United States, Italy, Denmark, Switzerland and India.              

He proudly shares life and ministry with his wife Nadia, a mental health counselor and educator. They share a burden for the restoration of hurting souls and can be found seeking to bring transformation to all they encounter by God’s grace. The Rousons are blessed to nurture the life of their two sons, Creeden and Caden.​

jacqueline grice

Marketplace Leader

Jacqueline Grice serves as the Marketplace Leader on the Covenant Kingdom Reformation Council. As a lifelong entrepreneur, co-owner of a successful  transportation company and an ICF Certified Executive  Coach, she has always believed business is about more than profit—it’s a vehicle for purpose.

Raised as the youngest of nine in an entrepreneurial family, Jacqueline was deeply influenced by her father's innovative and entrepreneurial spirit as an upholsterer who turned the discarded into the extraordinary. That legacy sparked her own passion for building impactful businesses that transform lives.

When the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly halted operations in what was poised to be her company’s strongest year, Jacqueline found herself navigating not just financial loss, but also deep spiritual questions. In the quiet aftermath—buses parked, schools closed, and uncertainty looming—she entered a period of intentional silence. What emerged was a powerful revelation: the adversity was a divine setup for a deeper calling.

Today, Jacqueline works with purpose-driven leaders and entrepreneurs, helping them build the businesses and lives they’ve prayed for and dreamed of. She empowers them to move beyond survival and into soul-aligned success—where faith leads, purpose anchors, and vision multiplies. Through her work, she inspires others to “launch deeper” into the greatness within them, unlocking the clarity and courage needed to walk boldly into uncharted territory.

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