Stronghold Christian Church

OUR PASTORS

PERSONAL GREETINGS FROM OUR PASTORS

Pastor Ben and Dr. Sherry Gaither

Welcome to Stronghold Christian Church, a place where you can receive healing, cultivate covenant relationships and increase in knowledge through biblical training and holistic teaching. Our vision as a spiritual hospital is to minister unconditional love and acceptance through the Word of God to a multicultural generation. We are committed to family restoration, children and teen education, and individual transformation. We count it a privilege and an honor to serve you!

We welcome you to become a part of our vision to reach the metro-Atlanta area and the world with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ!

Remember, "The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble and He knows them that trust in Him," (Nahum 1:7).

MEET OUR PASTORS

R. Benjamin Gaither, Senior Pastor

Pastor Benjamin Gaither serves as senior pastor of Stronghold Christian Church (SCC), a spiritual hospital located in Lithonia, Georgia. In 1987, God began to plant a vision in Pastor Ben that would impact our lost and dying generation with a practical and holistic message of restoration and healing through Jesus Christ. Pastor Ben is married to Dr. Sherry Gaither and together as a team they provide dynamic vision and leadership to the Stronghold Christian Church family, as they help establish God's Kingdom on the earth.

Pastor Ben's vision is to establish a spiritual center in which restoration and healing can take place. SCC is uniquely ordained to be a Spiritual Intensive Care Unit, providing a loving and caring environment for the entire community. Stronghold was founded on Nahum 1:7, "The Lord is good a stronghold in the day of trouble and He knows them that trust in Him." Through Pastor Ben's strong leadership, Stronghold is committed to training, healing and building covenant relationships within the community and the Body of Christ.

Pastor Ben's leadership and influence does not end with the SCC family but it extends to the Dekalb County community. He currently serves with Dekalb County law enforcement Homeland Security. As a leader in the Dekalb County community, Pastor Ben currently serves as an advisor to the Dekalb County Drug Court and Women Against Domestic Violence.

Pastor Ben is a highly sought after prophetic preacher and teacher whose ministry experience extends to the metropolitan Atlanta area, U.S. and Africa. Pastor Ben received his B. A. Degree in Criminal Justice and an additional B. A. Degree in Biblical Studies. With over twenty years of experience in law enforcement and ministry, his passion continues to bring encouragement to those who are wounded and in need of healing and restoration.

Dr. Sherry Gaither, Pastor

Dr. Sherry Gaither co-labors in ministry with her husband, Senior Pastor Benjamin Gaither at Stronghold Christian Church, a spiritual hospital located in Lithonia, Georgia. Together as a team, they provide dynamic vision and leadership to the Stronghold Christian Church family as they proclaim and establish the Kingdom of God on the earth.

"Dr. G" is a multi-gifted pastor, lecturer, educator, motivational speaker and author. She is a woman of integrity who is motivated by a spirit of excellence. Her passion and love for people sparks a desire to see them saved, healed and delivered. She travels in the United States and Africa conducting workshops and seminars inspiring professionals as she reveals the secrets to living in victory, and personal fulfillment.

For over 14 years, she has served on the staff of Beulah Heights Bible College as a professor in leadership. Before answering the call to full-time ministry, "Dr. G" held several positions in marketing and management, traveling extensively across the country.

As the founder of Empowerment Network International (ENI, Inc.), a multi-media organization, "Dr. G" has influenced both the church and the corporate world with biblical leadership principles. Her practical, solid strategies have helped literally thousands transform their lives. Her recent publication, "Promoting Leaders - Who Know How To Serve" was birthed out of a desire to challenge the methods by which potential leaders are identified and reward them based upon their ability to serve.

Her academic pursuits include a B.A. Degree in Communication, a M.A. Degree in Christian Education, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. "Dr. G" has received numerous nominations and awards and was recognized as a "Woman of Inspiration" by the American Business Women's Association. In 2004, "Dr. G" was nominated into "Leadership Dekalb", a prestigious leadership organization within Dekalb County, Georgia. In 2005, Dr. G received recognition and honor from the Gospel Heritage Foundation as a Dynamic Woman in Ministry and from the Sisters in the Spirit Tour for her commitment and dedication to the community.