About
Pastor J
Pastor Justin Cunningham is the presiding visionary and overseer of The I Belong Christian Family Church. In June 2021, he birthed the ministry in the midst of a pandemic where people were quarantined, separated and isolated. He carefully cultivated a culture of inclusion using a multi-platform social media networks to reach, preach and teach biblical foundations. Pastor Cunningham commonly know as "Pastor J" serves as I Belong’s chief pastor, spokesperson, president and chief executive officer.
Throughout his ministry, Pastor J has been a prophetic leader, particularly in the areas of corporate reconciliation as the entire body of Christ, prison reformation, communal faith and worship, and equality of all humanity. His vision and message as presiding Overseer is modeled by Jesus of Nazareth and his way of radical, sacrificial love, and he regularly reminds his partners (not parishioners) they are “one part of the whole body of Christ. All parts are needed, valued, and vital for the effective movement to accomplish the Will of God.”
Widely regarded as one of the most dynamic preachers of our time, Pastor J was ordained as a minister of the gospel in 2003. He is a Prophet by calling, a Teacher by knowledge, an Mentor by wisdom and an Philanthropist to the world though his charitable donations and countless hours sacrificed for the edification of the church. Currently, Pastor Cunningham is walking in obedience to plant I Belong locations throughout the United States and Overseas with as to date, 4 physical sites servicing over 25 states.
He has a very sharp and precise prophetic gift to heal the sick, break the yolks of bondage, and call wealth and provision to the Vision of the Lord. Through this gift, he has been able to lead many to Jesus Christ. Thousands of lives have been transformed through his ministry which focuses on Rebuilding the Broken, Character Building, Life Strategies, and Marketplace Anointing. He inspires people with his passionate way of teaching the Word of God. He keep his philosophy simple with summing up the Great Commission in 4 words: Win, Mend, Disciple, and Send.
Background
Pastor J is the second of three (3) children born to Dr. Beatrice Cunningham. At the age of 16, God called him into the Ministry. He became a born again Christian and received the Holy Spirit filled baptism with the evidence of speaking in tongues. He credits his strong prayer life to the influence of his mother who is a fervent Intercessor and prayer warrior. Even as a child, relatives and neighbors noticed there was something unique about him. Not only did he receive the Call of God, but also was chosen to do a greater work that is bigger than him alone. He graduated from Milwaukee School of the Arts in 1995. He later received his degree from American Baptist Theological Seminary Nashville, Tennessee and Agape Bible Seminary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is married to his beautiful wife Veronica Adams - Cunningham (Lady V) currently residing in Houston, TX. Together they are blessed with six beautiful children.
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Pastor Justin Cunningham is the presiding visionary and overseer of The I Belong Christian Family Church. In June 2021, he birthed the ministry in the midst of a pandemic where people were quarantined, separated and isolated. He carefully cultivated a culture of inclusion using a multi-platform social media networks to reach, preach and teach biblical foundations. Pastor Cunningham commonly know as "Pastor J" serves as I Belong’s chief pastor, spokesperson, president and chief executive officer.
Throughout his ministry, Pastor J has been a prophetic leader, particularly in the areas of corporate reconciliation as the entire body of Christ, prison reformation, communal faith and worship, and equality of all humanity. His vision and message as presiding Overseer is modeled by Jesus of Nazareth and his way of radical, sacrificial love, and he regularly reminds his partners (not parishioners) they are “one part of the whole body of Christ. All parts are needed, valued, and vital for the effective movement to accomplish the Will of God.”
Widely regarded as one of the most dynamic preachers of our time, Pastor J was ordained as a minister of the gospel in 2003. He is a Prophet by calling, a Teacher by knowledge, an Mentor by wisdom and an Philanthropist to the world though his charitable donations and countless hours sacrificed for the edification of the church. Currently, Pastor Cunningham is walking in obedience to plant I Belong locations throughout the United States and Overseas with as to date, 4 physical sites servicing over 25 states.
He has a very sharp and precise prophetic gift to heal the sick, break the yolks of bondage, and call wealth and provision to the Vision of the Lord. Through this gift, he has been able to lead many to Jesus Christ. Thousands of lives have been transformed through his ministry which focuses on Rebuilding the Broken, Character Building, Life Strategies, and Marketplace Anointing. He inspires people with his passionate way of teaching the Word of God. He keep his philosophy simple with summing up the Great Commission in 4 words: Win, Mend, Disciple, and Send.
Background
Pastor J is the second of three (3) children born to Dr. Beatrice Cunningham. At the age of 16, God called him into the Ministry. He became a born again Christian and received the Holy Spirit filled baptism with the evidence of speaking in tongues. He credits his strong prayer life to the influence of his mother who is a fervent Intercessor and prayer warrior. Even as a child, relatives and neighbors noticed there was something unique about him. Not only did he receive the Call of God, but also was chosen to do a greater work that is bigger than him alone. He graduated from Milwaukee School of the Arts in 1995. He later received his degree from American Baptist Theological Seminary Nashville, Tennessee and Agape Bible Seminary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is married to his beautiful wife Veronica Adams - Cunningham (Lady V) currently residing in Houston, TX. Together they are blessed with six beautiful children.
Connect with Pastor J on Social Media