Welcome to Mamie Johnson Ministries
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
Thank you for visiting my Website — a place of guidance, love, and hope, driven by a deep passion for Christ. The vision God has given me is that all people know the magnitude of His love. His love is what makes all things possible, moving those who ask from darkness to light.
Living a productive life is not easy. We don’t determine the family we are born into however God does. No matter your situation or circumstance, God is able to help you thrive. He can help you see beyond your circumstance providing hope and possibility. It takes knowing Him and trusting Him as you develop a relationship with Him. As the founder of Mamie Johnson Ministries, a 501© 3 nonprofit, I am dedicated to improving the lives of others.
Dr. Johnson is a gifted and anointed speaker and teacher, delivering powerful messages. She is a dynamic workshop and retreat leader, passionate about her vocation. Her spiritual insight guides those seeking truth, and her heart’s desire is that all come to know how much God loves them and understand the challenges life presents.
A strong proponent of mental health and faith-based organizations, she is a dedicated advocate for mental health and wellness, committed to advancing emotional well-being within faith-based communities. She endeavors to integrate holistic care with spiritual support, promoting initiatives that confront mental health challenges in congregational settings. Her efforts aim to empower individuals and organizations to cultivate healing and hope. Through her leadership and advocacy. Rev. Dr. Johnson aspires to foster meaningful dialogue and innovative strategies at the nexus of faith and mental health and wellness.
Dr. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. a Master of Arts degree in Theology from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, and a Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary, with a focus on mental health. Prior to earning her doctoral degree, she served as a facilitator in Contextual Ministry program at United Theological Seminary, guiding master’s students in spiritual formation and reflection. She is also a Spiritual Director for the Greater Dayton Emmaus Community, where she leads a short course on Christianity that emphasizes experiencing God’s grace through worship, prayer, small-group discussions, and dialogues between laity and clergy, with the objective of fortifying faith and preparing members for Christian service withing their communities.. Dr. Johnson has made notable contributions through her steadfast commitment to service. In addition to her role as an Assistant Pastor at Jubilee Community Church, Dayton, OH., Dr. Johnson is an author and speaker, wife, Mother, and grandmother. She regularly shares daily devotions and insightful podcasts on Podbean, Facebook and Instagram offering inspiration and support.
Our Board
Tonga Baniel is an experienced leader in industrial engineering and supply chain operations expert in paper converting and distribution. She has worked for ACCO Brands (formerly Mead) for many years. Throughout her career she has garnered valuable skill sets in building teams, establishing various corporate initiatives and programs that cultivate and empower people to serve their communities as well as develop promote-able skill sets. She was instrumental in creating the Diversity and Inclusion corporate training program and the Women's Network.
She earned a Bachelor's of Science in Manufacturing Administration from Western Michigan University. She is a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma and holds certificates in Creative Problem Solving, Meeting Facilitator and Leadership Development.
She is a member of Jubilee Community Church and Greater Dayton Emmaus community. Tonga currently serves as Vice President, Mamie Johnson Ministries, Inc. She is a wife, mother and grandmother and resides in Centerville, Ohio.
Rev. Palmer G. Jason is founder and Senior Pastor of Jubilee Community Church in Dayton, OH where he currently serves. He is also the co-founder of Good Shepherd Academy, a state licensed Child Care and Preschool facility serving children from birth through twelve years of age. Their motto is "Developing Minds, Active Bodies, & Peaceful Souls.” Rev. Jason holds a B.S. - Engineering Management degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX; an MBA-Finance degree from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.) from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH.
Rev. Jason was licensed to preach in 1992 and ordained in 1994. He served as Children’s Church Pastor at Southern Baptist Church in N. Avondale, OH before founding Jubilee. Prior to full-time ministry, Rev. Jason worked in the fields of corporate and personal finance.
Jean Keillor is retired from a 35 year career with the U.S. Postal Service, where she served in many capacities; carrier, distribution and window clerk leading to Facilities Operation Manager, strategically opening new Post Office’s around the Ohio valley. After being retired 14 years, Jean went back to work at Roderer’s Shoe Center, Kettering, Ohio, working her way up to co-manager. She enjoys teaching people about the importance of proper footwear.
Jean has served in many volunteer capacities, such as co-founder and facilitator of a Women’s Sexual Abuse Support Group at the Miami Valley Women’s Center. She was also Women’s ministry leader of her church for 20 years and served on many Emmaus Walk teams leading to Lay Director of the Community in 2016. As the leadership instructor for the Greater Dayton Emmaus Community, she led a team to develop and implement a workshop to build the leadership skills of Lay Directors. She has also taught women’s self-defense classes at churches and schools.
She is a member of Fairhaven Church and Greater Dayton Emmaus. Jean serves on Mamie Johnson Ministries Planning Team and manages Logistics for Mamie’s events. She is married to her husband Mark and they share four children and seven grandchildren.