Rev. Jermell Witherspoon is a native Seattleite and a dedicated servant leader who has pastored throughout the Washington area for over a decade. In addition to his pastoral work, he brings his commitment to equity and community-building to the secular nonprofit sector. Passionate about sharing the unwavering, unfailing, and inclusive love of God, Pastor Jermell strives to embody and extend this love, starting with his own community and radiating outward. His heart for ministry and his vision for a just and inclusive world continue to inspire and draw others into a deeper relationship with God and community.
Pastor Jermell Is a graduate of Seattle University, from which he earned a Master of Theology in Pastoral Studies. Pastor Witherspoon is dedicated to expanding his knowledge and spirituality through study, but more so, through relationship with God's beloved, all of humanity! Jermell believes in the power of God and honors ALL the various spiritual journeys that draw God’s people closer to the bosom of God.
An effective communicator; a passionate orator; Pastor Jermell is widely known for his practical and dynamic teaching style which opens the minds of people, helping them to seek their own truths surrounding scripture, and spirituality. Jermell also is deeply steeped in community work; has worked for several non-for profits; serves on community boards for equity and inclusion and is dedicated to THE WORK, in and out of the pulpit.
Pastor Jermell Holds tight to our obligation as humans to love one another, across and within our many differences including but not limited to, racial, economical, religious, gender, sexuality, etc. Pastor Jermell believes sincerely that the heart of God lies in the multiplicities of its work, and our ability to honor EVERYONE'S seat at “The Table”.