Aspirant for CME Bishop 2022

“The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom, and their tongues speak what is just. The law of their God is in their hearts; their feet do not slip.”

— Psalm 37:30–31

A Courageous, Decisive, Experienced, Inspiring, and Visionary Leader

For over 40 years, Dr. Griffin’s tract record as a proven leader has been exemplary both in the United States Army and as a Pastor in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Since 1991, Dr. Griffin has been a Pastor in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

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Family

Dr. Griffin is the father of 10 children and is married to the vivacious Mrs. Marilyn McDowell Griffin, a retired educator of 31 years.

Community

Dr. Griffin is a member of both the Shreveport-Bossier and Grambling African-American Chambers of Commerce, the Southeast Georgia Minority Chamber of Commerce, Columbus, GA, and the Minden Branch NAACP.

Shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness.

-1 Peter 5:2

Military

Dr. Griffin served in the US Army for twenty years from 1973-1993 and retired at the rank of First Sergeant (E8).

Business

Dr. Griffin is the CEO of Barrier Breaking Enterprises. As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, he uses his expertise and experience to help leaders grow to their full potential.