Pastor Robert Wilson
Pastor Rob is a giant of patience, resilience, and the knowledge of God’s word. He blesses the sheepfold with true-to-heart wisdom and encouragement, with the heart of God (Jer 3:15). Pastor Rob attended Shaw University and Virginia Union University, during which time he was drafted into the U.S. Army. Upon his return, he served St. James Baptist Church of Goochland, Virginia under the pastoral office of Rev. Thomas Blake. He was ordained in February of 2009. During his tenure at St. James, Pastor Rob served as an associate minister, pastor over the youth ministry, member of the men’s choir, and Christian education ministry. In 2006, Pastor Rob graduated from Virginia Union University Evans Smith Program with certificates in Religious Studies, Proclamation Preparation, Pastoral Care, and Christian Education. In October 2012 Pastor Rob completed a bachelor’s degree in the studies of the Office of Pastor from Reach for the World Ministries, School of the Fivefold Ministry Training Center. In October of 2009, Pastor Rob, alongside his wife, Apostle Sherry, was installed as Pastor of For His Glory Worship Center where together they served for 15 years. Presently Pastor Rob serves as pastor beside his wife, at Upon This Rock World Ministries. He is also the overseer of outreach ministries and the Fisher of Men Ministry. Sitting under his teaching during Life Study brings unity and true reverence to sound doctrine that binds us one to another. Pastor Rob has a prayer life that cries out for believers to care for one another with the heart of Christ. His ministry began early in life as he shared his first sermon at the age of 13. He is often heard saying, regarding every task, “as the Lord wills”. His favorite scripture and guide is found in the 23rd Psalm. His life reflects “the Lord is my shepherd”. This pastor has a heart for outreach and serves monthly as speaker and overseer to church outreach services at Hanover Rehab, Mechanicsville. He finds joy in fishing, and kingdom purpose in being a fisher of men.