About Our Pastor
Rev. Kathy D. Griffin, MBA, MS, MDiv
Rev. Kathy D. Griffin was appointed Pastor of Brown Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church during the 76th Session of the Washington Annual Conference under the Episcopal Leadership of Bishop Harry L. Seawright.
A native Washingtonian, Rev. Griffin is a proud graduate of the District of Columbia Public Schools. She earned a Master of Divinity from Howard University School of Divinity, a Master of Business Administration from Troy State University, and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University Maryland.
Rev. Griffin answered God's call to preach and entered the Christian ministry at Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C., under the pastoral leadership of the late Rev. Dr. Leon G. Lipscombe. She was ordained an Itinerant Elder during the Fiftieth Sessionof the Washington Annual Conference.
“I will bless the Lord at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” Psalm 34:1
Throughout her ministry, Rev. Griffin has faithfully served on the ministerial staffs of Union Bethel A.M.E. Church in Brandywine, Maryland; Cowdensville A.M.E. Church in Baltimore, Maryland; and Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Washington, D.C. In addition to her pastoral service, she is a proud retired Federal Civil Servant whose distinguished career spanned more than 36 years of dedicated federal service.
Rev. Griffin currently serves as a member of the Washington Conference Board of Examiners and as an instructor for the Second-Year Course of Study. She is also a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) in the State of Maryland.
Her servant leadership has led to the creation and development of several ministries both within and beyond the walls of the church, all designed to support, uplift, and serve God's people. As an entrepreneur, Rev. Griffin is the Founder and Owner of RESTED Counseling Services, LLC. She intentionally integrates her business expertise and mental health training to promote positive personal and community transformation, encouraging individuals to pursue prosperity, economic and financial stability, and emotional wellness.
Known for her compassionate spirit, empathy, and positive outlook, Rev. Griffin lives unapologetically as a witness to God's goodness in every season of life. As a teacher, facilitator, counselor, and preacher, she remains committed to strengthening communities and serving others regardless of their religious, cultural, or political backgrounds.
Her life and ministry are anchored in Psalm 34:1: “I will bless the Lord at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.”
Rev. Griffin is also a proud Lifetime Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Above all, she gives thanks to God for the privilege of being the mother of His precious gift, her beloved daughter, Samantha Olivia.
Background
Education
Master of Divinity, Howard University
Master of Business Administration, Troy State University
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Pastoral Counseling, Loyola University Maryland
Certifications
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Ministerial Service
Union Bethel A.M.E. Church in Brandywine, Maryland
Cowdensville A.M.E. Church in Baltimore, Maryland
Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Washington, D.C.