There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel. Proverbs 20:15
Bishop Jacqueline E. McCullough has an unwavering commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, the integrity of His Holy Word, and a love for His people!
Bishop McCullough, a native of Kingston, Jamaica, is the senior pastor and founder of The International Gathering at Beth Rapha, in Pomona, NY. Her vision for evangelistic ministry inspired her to establish and direct the international outreach of Precious JEM Ministries, Inc., a non-profit religious organization. She is also the proud Founder and President of Beth Rapha Christian College and Theological Seminary, Inc.; with the headquartered campus located in Tampa, Florida.
Bishop McCullough was awarded her Doctorate of Ministry from Drew Theological Seminary, and currently holds a Master of Arts in Philosophy from New York University. She was also engaged in postgraduate study at the Jewish Theological Seminary.
On August 14, 2015 she was elevated to the Bishopric, and in addition to her pastoral duties she now directs the Rapha Alliance, currently comprised of 13 churches under her overseership and tutelage. She also spearheads the WordAlive Medical Mission, which provides free medical services throughout the Island of Jamaica and in Monrovia, Liberia. The mission has provided healthcare to over 30,000 people in both countries.
Her compassion for God’s people is further witnessed in her home where she provides 24 hour care for her biological mother, Evangelist Keturah Phillips who is 105 years old. Along with Mom Phillips, she has extended her care to numerous spiritual sons, daughters, nieces and godchildren, all of whom share her residence.
Amid all of this, Bishop McCullough has authored 4 books: 105 Days of Prayer; Satisfaction of the Soul, a devotional entitled Daily Moments with God: in Quietness and Confidence; and her latest book, The Other Side of This, released in August 2012 from her own publishing company, Bright Light Publishing.
Along with her books, she has released 2 praise and worship CD’s entitled “This is For You Lord;” and “The New Sound.”