Pastor-Servant-Leader

            A Man for the Times A Servant for the Ages             

REVEREND JOHNNY N GOLDEN, Sr.,  is a visionary leader and dynamic pastor serving as the fourth and current pastor of the New Unity Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland. With spiritual roots deeply grounded in Pentecostal upbringing, Baptist training, and an eclectic approach to ministry, Rev. Golden is described as “a uniquely gifted man for the times.”

Rev. Golden’s ministry is marked by his inspiring energy, engaging teaching, and unwavering commitment to equipping and empowering God’s people. Since being called to pastor New Unity Baptist Church in November 1994, he has passionately served the congregation and the greater community. His love for youth, concern for seniors, and emphasis on teaching the abundant life offered by God’s Word have endeared him to many.

Beyond the pulpit, Rev. Golden is a community activist and a leader of initiatives like C.U.R.E. (Clergy United for the Renewal of East Baltimore) and the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance (IMA) of Baltimore and Vicinity. His civic contributions have earned him lifetime memberships in the National PTA and NAACP and appointments to numerous boards and commissions.

A proud husband to Reverend Wanda N. Golden and father of Keenya and Johnny Jr. (“Boomer”), Rev. Golden credits his Southern roots and godly heritage for shaping his life and ministry. A graduate of the University of Maryland Baltimore County, with further studies at Howard University and St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute, he continues to build on his educational and spiritual foundation.

Under Rev. Golden’s leadership, New Unity Baptist Church has grown in outreach and ministry, with initiatives like The Equipping Ministry focusing on empowering believers to do greater works for God’s Kingdom. His enduring commitment to service and faith is summed up in his words: “If I can help somebody, then my living won’t be in vain.”

Rev. Golden’s life and ministry inspire many as he remains steadfast in his calling, confidently proclaiming that “the best is yet to come!”