Pastor Contrell Jenkins is a passionate leader, dynamic speaker, and community builder hailing from Chicago’s west side. He is a graduate of The Living Word School of Ministry and studied at Moody Bible Institute, with certifications in leadership, counseling, and coaching. With over 30 years of experience, Pastor Jenkins has dedicated his life to empowering individuals and transforming communities. As a John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach, Teacher, and Speaker, Pastor Jenkins equips leaders, teams, and organizations to reach their highest potential through workshops, seminars, and keynote speeches. His coaching focuses on personal growth, goal setting, and leadership strategies that drive lasting success. He is recognized for his ability to help others uncover their true identity and achieve their God-given potential. Pastor Jenkins is the CEO of Stone Community Development Corporation (Stone CDC) and a critical community leader in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. Under his leadership, Stone CDC has spearheaded initiatives such as academic enrichment, arts programs, financial literacy workshops, and health and wellness services. Most notably, Pastor Jenkins led the development of the Austin Community Health Hub, a groundbreaking 24,500- square-foot facility that will serve as a haven for clinical care, mental health support, youth development, and economic revitalization. This collaboration with Lurie Children’s Hospital and Thresholds is a testament to his commitment to holistic community transformation. In addition to his ministry and organizational leadership, Pastor Jenkins serves as the Lead Servant and Pastor of Lively Stone Church of Chicago and is a board member for the 36th Ward Small Business Neighborhood Association for Industrial Businesses. He is a proven expert in counseling, team building, and public relations, with a unique ability to unite multicultural communities under a shared vision of growth and empowerment. Of all his accomplishments, Pastor Jenkins considers his greatest to be his role as husband to his wife, Lenkisha Jenkins, and father to their three beautiful dauughters. His life’s mission is summed up in the belief that “Better is always possible”—a message he embodies in his work, his ministry, and his coaching.
Whether in the pulpit, the boardroom, or the community, Pastor Jenkins stands ready to inspire, lead, and serve with integrity and excellence.
