MEET PASTOR DAWRELL RICH

 

Rev. Dawrell Rich is a pastor-scholar, public speaker, and community builder. He has earned a reputation as a thought leader and catalyst for change. He is the founder and lead pastor of The River of Life Christian Church where he provides overall leadership for the growth and development of the church. His primary duties include preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and developing the vision of the church. 

 

He is the director of Joshua's House, Inc., a 501(C)(3) community development corporation that serves low-to-moderate income communities across New Jersey and beyond.

 

Also, he is the author of two books, “The Love Challenge: A 21 Day Journey in Love” and “Come to the River: Release the Power Within.”

 

Rev. Rich will earn his Ph.D. in religion and society at Drew University, with a focus on the role of black churches in urban environmental justice and public health. He is a member of the American Academy of Religion, the Association for the Sociology of Religion, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. In 2019, he was awarded the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Social Justice Award from Drew University. In 2022 Rev. Rich began broadcasting on WJYS Channel 62 in Chicago, Illinois. He enjoys traveling, the arts, and music.