Our Pastor

Dr. Lloyd Preston Terrell, pastor, prayer warrior, and holy intercessor, has been sharing the Good News of a prayer answering God and salvation through Jesus Christ for over 25 years. Dr. Terrell's motto, "pray without ceasing," has helped him stay focused on doing the Lord's work and shepherding souls for Christ in Newark, New Jersey.

As a pastor, Dr. Terrell leads the congregation of the Franklin-St. John's United Methodist Church located at 142 Maple Avenue in the Weequahic Section of Newark. Franklin-St. John's is known throughout the city and surrounding towns for its consistent dedication to prayer and improvement in the lives of people. This church is diligent in preparing the mind, body, and soul for holistic salvation from the cradle to the grave.

At Franklin-St. John's United Methodist Church, every member is a V.I.P. (persons of vision, integrity, and purpose) Dr. Terrell established a credit union in 1998 to empower the people in the church and community to be financially secure. He is also the founder of the Franklin-St. John's Community Center. The Community Mart and Agape Food Ministry have also been organized to serve the spiritual and social needs of the people living in Newark's South Ward.

In the Central Ward of Newark, the St. Matthew's Church is praising God for changed lives. The St. Matthew's Church is a soul-saving station with an AA program, and an emergency hygiene care pantry. St. Matthew's is becoming a beacon for people walking off the streets or living in homeless shelters to find refuge in Almighty God for restoration of their souls.

Dr. Terrell doesn't just pray for his church members; he prays for you, too! Our pastor is a praying man who lives the power of prayer without ceasing. Dr. Terrell is married to Mother Marguerite Carter Terrell, and they both have seven grandchildren from their four adult children: Lloyd Jr., Alice Marguerite, Reverend Ralph Bunche Terrell (and his wife Radeyah), and Zelma Marguerite.