Rev. Dr. Dalton Jenkins is a resident of Yonkers, NY. He married Jacqueline in August 1992; this union has produced two sons: Jonathan and Justin.
He is a SUNY graduate at Farmingdale, earning an Associate of Science in Business Administration and CUNY at Herbert Lehman College, where he earned a BS in Accounting. Rev. Dr. Jenkins also completed his MBA at Liberty University. He has also earned two master’s degrees (Master of Divinity and Master of Ministries in Pastoral Counseling) from Andersonville Theological Seminary. Rev. Dr. Jenkins also earned his PhD (Doctor of Ministries) from New York Theological Seminary, NY in the Pastoral Care. He is an ordained elder licensed by the Church of The United Brethren in Christ, USA.
Dr. Jenkins accepted the Lord Jesus as his Savior at 9. He is now a bi-vocational Church Planter. He currently serves as pastor at Bethel Temple Of Praise, leading four families in planting this church in Yonkers, NY. Over the past 35 years, He has served in various capacities in various churches, including Sunday School Teacher, Youth Director, Evangelist and a Minister to name a few.
Dr. Jenkins serves as a leader of leaders.
- He is currently serving as cluster leader for a group of 5 pastors, where he is the liaison between the bishop’s office and the local churches.
- He is a member of his denomination’s Higher Education Leader Team and the Nominating Committee.
- He is a member of the Board of Trustees for Huntington University, a liberal arts Christian University in Indiana.
- He is a member of the university’s Enrollment Management, Marketing, and Communication Committee.
He has been an accountant for over 30 years in his secular pursuit. He is a Management Director of Finance in charge of accounting operations, budgeting, human resources, and financial reporting.
Dr. Jenkins is currently a Professor of Accounting/Finance/Management at the College of Business at the University of New Haven, CT.
Dr. Jenkins is a teacher, preacher, counselor, and songwriter; he has written and produced a CD entitled “I Will Bless The Lord”. Dr. Jenkins has a heart for souls and a passion for pleasing the Lord. He regularly speaks at local churches and reaches many using the latest technologies. You can follow his blog at Daltonjenkins.com and view his sermons on YouTube and the church’s website. He published his first book, “Kingdom People Living By Kingdom Principles” (www.KingdomPeopleBook.com).
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FAMILY
Dalton has been married to Jacqueline since August 22, 1992; they have two sons, Jonathan and Justin.
MINISTRY
Dalton has served the Lord for over 37 years and has been a pastor for over 20 years. During these 37 years, he has served in various capacities in different churches.
Fleming Memorial United Brethren, Battersea, Jamaica, WI
After he heard a sermon from Rev. Rowe, he received the Lord as his Savior, and under the pastoral guidance of Rev. Owen Gordon, he was baptized at the age of 9. During those early years of Christian ministry, he served as Sunday School teacher, Youth Leader, Youth Choir Member, and Usher.
First Church of The United Brethren, Bronx NY
When the First United Brethren Church was planted, he was among the first young people in the church. He served as the first youth leader in various singing groups, taught Bible Studies, and was the fill-in speaker at different times.
City of Faith Church Of God, Bronx NY
Served in various ministries: Youth Director, Minister, Board Member, Choir and audio/video.
First Church of the United Brethren in Christ Bronx
He served as Overseer of the church between 2018-2022 when the church did not have a pastor.
Bethel Temple Of Praise, UB
Dalton serves as senior pastor. He and 4 families planted the church in Yonkers, NY. The church was established in January 25, 2004, in Yonkers, New York, Westchester County.
EDUCATION
– Doctor of Ministry (DMin) – 2012 – New York Theological Seminary
-Masters Business Administration (MBA – 2018) – Liberty University
– Master in Pastoral Counseling – 10/2007 (Andersonville Theological Seminary)
– Master of Divinity degree – 10/ 2008 (Andersonville Theological Seminary)
– BS degree in Accounting – 1994 (Herbert Lehman College New York State University)
– Associate degree in Business Administration – 1991 – State University of New York at Farmingdale
- Certificate degree program in Biblical Studies – 2004 – City of Faith Bible Institute
- Certificate in General Bible Knowledge – 1992 – United Christian College of Ministry
SPIRITUAL FATHERS
These are pastors that have influenced Pastor Jenkins’ ministry in different ways.
- Rev. Ivan Johnson – grandfather
- Rev. Stanley Mullings – granduncle
- Bishop. Author Brown – early days of evangelism
- Rev. Errol Rowe – early days of evangelism
- Rev. Owen Gordon – Pastor – over 15 years of ministry (current)
- Bishop Courton Reid – Pastor – 11 years of ministry
- Rev. Trevor Williams – Pastor – 2 years of ministry
- Rev. Basil Dunkley – Pastor – 2 years of ministry
Spiritual Mothers
- Beverly Grayson – Mother
- Lurline Larmond – Mother-in-law
- Frances Gordon – Pastor’s Wife
- Annette Spencer – Church leader
- Tiny Gayle – Prayer Mother
- Many others from Battersea UB Church
Other Accomplishments
- Written/Produced/Recorded one CD – “I Will Bless The Lord” in 2001
- Serve for 7 years as a Youth Organizer for New York Christian Fellowship, linking churches together.
- Written his book entitled “Kingdom People Living By Kingdom Principles”
Hobbies and Interest
- Travel
- Sports (soccer)
- Reading
- Vacationing with my family
- Multimedia (music, desktop publishing etc.)
- Gardening (summer vegetables)
BIO: SHORT VERSION
Dr. Dalton Jenkins is a bi-vocational church planter in Yonkers, NY. He has been married to Jacqueline for over 32 years and has two sons. Dr. Jenkins received several degrees in business, accounting, pastoral counseling, urban missions, and theology. He considers himself a missionary in his secular workplace.
He has been serving in various ministries for over 37 years. He is the pastor at Bethel Temple of Praise, where 20 years ago, he led four families in planting this church in Yonkers, NY.
He is a leader within the Church of the United Brethren in Christ denomination and serves on the Board of Trustees for Huntington University. Dr. Jenkins has been an accountant for over 30 years and currently a Professor in the School of Business at the University of New Haven, CT.
Dr. Jenkins is a leader with a servant’s heart. He believes in and practices empowering others to live out their God-given purpose. His love for God and people is evident in his daily life. Dr. Jenkins is a preacher, teacher, and kingdom builder who lives by the principle of pleasing God by fulfilling God’s will and purpose for his life.