Reverend Aaron Jones-Wade is a native of Chicago, IL. During the early stages of his life, he learned that having a relationship with God was essential to realizing his destiny. With few immediate role models, Rev. Jones-Wade turned to historical icons such as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose work in social justice and theology inspired and motivated him to pursue his goals.

Rev. Jones-Wade received his bachelor’s degree in Public Policy and Psychology from DePaul University while also working tirelessly with numerous change organizations. He holds a Master’s of Divinity degree from the Howard University School of Divinity where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. While at Howard, Rev. Jones-Wade was awarded the Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Sr. Memorial Scholarship and the Brown Scholarship from the United Church of Christ. Upon graduation, Rev. Jones-Wade received the distinction of “New Testament Biblical Scholar” from the Howard University School of Divinity.

Rev. Jones-Wade gained his spiritual foundation, support, and theological development through the church which led him to the call as Founding and Senior Pastor of The Community Church of Washington, DC. Principles of love, community, and compassion for ALL of God’s children are the pillars of Rev. Jones-Wade’s core values. These tenets are the foundation upon which ‘The Community Church’ stands. He is an associate member of Covenant Baptist Church affiliated with the United Church of Christ in Washington, DC, and Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, Illinois. In Washington, DC, Rev. Jones-Wade served as Young Adult Minister at Berean Baptist Church and the Minister to Young Adults at Covenant Baptist Church; where he was licensed and ordained.

Rev. Jones-Wade’s passion to serve God and minister to God’s people has led him to speak and preach in churches and universities across the nation. He advances his message of love, hope, and community empowerment through his company, Empowerment Enterprise Group and serves as CEO of Empowerment Enterprise II, Inc. These organizations are the extension of his vision to empower communities and facilitate change in the world by helping to “empower people to change their communities.”

Rev. Jones-Wade is married to First Gentleman, Job Jones-Wade, they reside in the DC Metropolitian area.