Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson
Senior Pastor
Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson is, first and foremost, a pastor, in the broadest sense of the term. His life’s
work stems from his commitment to the biblical mandate of what it means to be a pastor. Dr. Richardson
believes in being a voice for the voiceless, feeding those who are hungry, providing shelter for those who
are homeless, challenging systems that are unjust and unfair, and seeking justice for the marginalized and
victimized. In his current posts – Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church, Chairman of the Conference of
National Black Churches, Chairman of the National Action Network, Chairman of Virginia Union University,
and Board Member of Comcast and Pepsico – Dr. Richardson purposefully lives within his life’s mission
and constantly works to be a positive force for change for all those he serves.
Rev. William M. Mizell
Senior Associate Pastor for Congregational Care
Rev. Shelia Evans-Simmons
Associate Pastor for Finance & Stewardship
Trustee Hurdy Watler
Chairman, Trustees Ministry
