Christopher D. Wetherspoon
SENIOR PASTOR
Pastor Chris is an anointed preacher and teacher of God's word, and often flows prophetically as he sings and admonishes the Body of Christ to bless the Lord at all times.
Pastor Chris's love of the Lord has been evident through his service to God’s people. He accepted the Lord at the age of 14 and became a youth leader in his teen years, and later taught Sunday school at Abundant Life Teaching Center. Founding Pastors Earl & Brenda Thompson ordained him as a minister in 1992. In addition to being a minister of the word, he led praise and worship as a minister of music.
Pastor Chris assisted Pastors Earl and Brenda Thompson, faithfully serving as an administrator and later as an assistant pastor. In 2008, Pastor Chris was installed as Senior Pastor of King's Dominion International Church and has since led KDI, through bible-based teaching, to inhabit everything the Lord has for their life. He remains focused on positively impacting local communities while spreading the gospel and God's love throughout the nations.
Pastor Chris has been married for 40 years and has three beautiful children. He has an Associate’s Degree in Electronics Engineering and a Bachelor's of Arts in Biblical Studies from Chicagoland Christian Center Bible Institute and Theological Seminary. Additionally, Pastor Chris serves as a chaplain and is an entrepreneur.
Pastor Chris's love of the Lord has been evident through his service to God’s people. He accepted the Lord at the age of 14 and became a youth leader in his teen years, and later taught Sunday school at Abundant Life Teaching Center. Founding Pastors Earl & Brenda Thompson ordained him as a minister in 1992. In addition to being a minister of the word, he led praise and worship as a minister of music.
Pastor Chris assisted Pastors Earl and Brenda Thompson, faithfully serving as an administrator and later as an assistant pastor. In 2008, Pastor Chris was installed as Senior Pastor of King's Dominion International Church and has since led KDI, through bible-based teaching, to inhabit everything the Lord has for their life. He remains focused on positively impacting local communities while spreading the gospel and God's love throughout the nations.
Pastor Chris has been married for 40 years and has three beautiful children. He has an Associate’s Degree in Electronics Engineering and a Bachelor's of Arts in Biblical Studies from Chicagoland Christian Center Bible Institute and Theological Seminary. Additionally, Pastor Chris serves as a chaplain and is an entrepreneur.
Dandra J. Wetherspoon
EXECUTIVE PASTOR
Pastor Dandra is an engaging teacher of the word and serves as the executive pastor at KDI. Using her God-given gift of administration, Pastor Dandra gracefully ensures the vision of the ministry is carried out. She leads business operations, church administration and is a trusted thought leader for church strategy and innovation.
While most comfortable ensuring the ministry is operating in excellence, Pastor Dandra is equally a dynamic teacher and oversees KDI's women's and youth ministries. She also can be found team teaching bible classes and married couples' seminars alongside Pastor Chris. Additionally, Pastor Dandra is a gifted writer and has written many skits, plays and poetry for the drama ministry.
Pastor Dandra accepted Christ as a child and was later ordained as an elder by founding pastors Earl & Brenda Thompson. In 2023, Pastor Dandra was installed as the executive pastor of King's Dominion International Church. She loves the Lord with all her heart and truly exemplifies the Proverbs 31 Virtuous Woman.
Pastor Dandra is a supportive wife of 40 years, and loving mother to three children. In addition to her work in the ministry, she has a master's degree in School Counseling and recently joined the ranks of retired educators. Pastor Dandra is now committed to serving full-time in ministry.
While most comfortable ensuring the ministry is operating in excellence, Pastor Dandra is equally a dynamic teacher and oversees KDI's women's and youth ministries. She also can be found team teaching bible classes and married couples' seminars alongside Pastor Chris. Additionally, Pastor Dandra is a gifted writer and has written many skits, plays and poetry for the drama ministry.
Pastor Dandra accepted Christ as a child and was later ordained as an elder by founding pastors Earl & Brenda Thompson. In 2023, Pastor Dandra was installed as the executive pastor of King's Dominion International Church. She loves the Lord with all her heart and truly exemplifies the Proverbs 31 Virtuous Woman.
Pastor Dandra is a supportive wife of 40 years, and loving mother to three children. In addition to her work in the ministry, she has a master's degree in School Counseling and recently joined the ranks of retired educators. Pastor Dandra is now committed to serving full-time in ministry.