Eddie & Jessica Cole
Our Pastors
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Our lead pastors, Eddie and Jessica Cole have had a heart for Hampton Roads for many years. While dating – more than 30 years ago! – they were visiting Jessica's parents in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake and started dreaming about planting a church in the area.
It wasn't until 2020, while Eddie was serving as a denominational Vice President in Minneapolis, that it became clear God was calling them to take a big leap of faith. They had helped others plant churches for years – now God began to confirm it was their turn. Within months they knew the time had arrived, they were supposed to plant the church they dreamed about in Hampton Roads.
It wasn't until 2020, while Eddie was serving as a denominational Vice President in Minneapolis, that it became clear God was calling them to take a big leap of faith. They had helped others plant churches for years – now God began to confirm it was their turn. Within months they knew the time had arrived, they were supposed to plant the church they dreamed about in Hampton Roads.
They are known for their passion for helping people experience the love and power of God. They have committed themselves to use all their God-given resources to help as many people as possible joyfully embrace and fulfill God's purpose in their life.
Throughout their entire relationship, they have been doing ministry together. Most of this time was spent leading Salem Church in Staten Island, New York, and doing regional and national denominational work.
EDUCATION
Pastor Eddie Cole
- Doctorate in Ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary
- Two Master's Degrees from Liberty Theological Seminary
Pastor Jessica Cole
- Master's Degree in Executive Leadership from Liberty University School of Business
- Bachelor of Science in Religion from Liberty University
- Graduate of Gateway Theological Institute