Our Pastor/Founder - Dr. Berry

Biography of Rev. Dr. Emory Berry, Jr.

           The Rev. Dr. Emory Berry, Jr. is described by many as innovative, daring, astute, compassionate, humble, and inspiring. In April 2022, he became the Lead Pastor/Founder of The Favor Church of Atlanta. The Favor Church of Atlanta serves as a multifaceted Kingdom minded church who reaches multiple communities, counties, countries, and cultures for Christ. In addition, Dr. Berry is the organizer of the Morning Manna prayer call which reaches prayer warriors all over the nation and in several Caribbean islands.  He also served as an impactful Senior Pastor of churches in Richmond, VA and Decatur, GA. 

Dr. Berry received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida, Master of Divinity degree from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology, and his Doctor of Ministry degree from Virginia Union University’s Samuel D. Proctor School of Theology. Currently, Dr. Berry is working on his PhD in Leadership at Anderson University. 

Rev. Berry completed post-graduate studies and received leadership certifications from Harvard University, Princeton Theological Seminary, Howard University, Wake Forest University, Yale Divinity School, Auburn Theological Seminary, DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative, and Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary. In March 2017, Dr. Berry was inducted into the prestigious Dr. Martin Luther King International Board of Preachers at Morehouse College.

Dr. Berry serves on the faculty of Emory University’s Candler School of Theology as an Adjunct Professor and at Beulah Heights University as an adjunct professor. He serves on several national, statewide, and local leadership boards which include the IC3 Leadership Conference and the alumni board of Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. He has received countless awards, recognitions, articles, and news coverage for his community advocacy. Additionally, Dr. Berry is a sought-after preacher, teacher, and facilitator.

Furthermore, Dr. Berry is proud author of the book, Marriage That Matters which has blessed people of all ages and from all walks of life.  Most importantly, Dr. Berry is the proud husband of the lovely Dr. Julie A. Berry. Mrs. Berry is an accomplished educator, impactful school administrator, and contributing author of the book Strength and Dignity. Together, Drs. Berry have been blessed with two delightful children, a son Emory and a daughter Jaiden.