About Dr. Samuel Richardson III, DCC

Senior Pastor • Christian Counselor • Bereavement Coordinator • Author

Dr. Samuel Richardson III, DCC serves as the Senior Pastor of Pee Dee Union Baptist Church in Cheraw, South Carolina, where he provides spiritual leadership grounded in Scripture, compassion, and community engagement. He is known for his deep love of God’s Word and a ministry philosophy shaped by key biblical teachings calling believers to go forth, teach, and make disciples.

Outside his pastoral role, Dr. Richardson is a licensed clinical pastoral counselor with extensive experience in grief management, bereavement care, marriage and family health, and substance-abuse counseling. His professional ministry has included chaplaincy work and bereavement coordination in both ecclesiastical and healthcare settings.

Dr. Richardson also serves as Bereavement Coordinator for the Baptist Educational and Missionary Convention of South Carolina, contributing his counseling expertise to support individuals and families through loss and healing.

Education

Dr. Richardson’s academic and ministerial training includes:

• Doctorate in Christian Counseling, Andersonville Theological Seminary — Summa Cum Laude

• Master of Divinity from Palmer Theological Seminary

• Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Springfield College – Wilmington Campus

• Additional certification in Ministerial Studies, Children’s Ministry Leadership, and Ministry & Ministry Leadership training

Professional & Ministry Affiliations

He is actively involved with several organizations, including:
• Baptist Educational and Missionary Convention of South Carolina
• Pee Dee Missionary Baptist Association (Executive Board)
• South Carolina Public Safety Chaplains Association
• National Christian Counseling Association
• Sarasota Academy of Christian Counselors
• Interdenominational Ministers Alliance Council.

Author & Speaker

Dr. Richardson is an author whose work reflects his heart for spiritual growth and emotional healing. His writing offers encouragement and practical insight grounded in Christian faith.

Life & Ministry Vision

Dr. Richardson’s ministry emphasizes the transformative power of the Gospel, teaching believers not only to hear the Word but to live and share it boldly. His message reflects both theological depth and pastoral sensitivity—encouraging all to seek a deeper relationship with Christ.