PASTOR
Craig A. Brown
Pastor Craig is passionate about leading people into a real and life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. His mission is clear: to help men and women discover their God-given purpose and lead as many souls to Christ as possible before the return of our Lord.
Founder. Senior Pastor. Chief Servant.
“My heart is to see lives transformed and destinies fulfilled in Christ.”
- Pastor Craig Brown
CORE VALUES
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Visionary Leader
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Equipping people to live on purpose and fulfill their God-given destiny.
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Spirit-Led Shepherd
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Leading with wisdom, humility, and a deep love for God’s people.
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Kingdom Builder
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Building a church that impacts families, transforms communities, and advances the Kingdom.
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Men on Fire for God
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Restoring men to their God-ordained identity, authority, and purpose in the home and in the community.
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A JOURNEY OF SURRENDER AND PURPOSE
A native of Indianapolis, Indiana, Pastor Craig surrendered his life to Christ at age 15 during a powerful summer camp encounter that marked the beginning of a lifelong journey of transformation and purpose.
CALLED TO MINISTRY
In his early years, Pastor Craig co-founded the Christian rap group True Soldiers, which recorded under Tyscot Records and toured nationally with gospel great John P. Kee and the New Life Community Choir. His music ministry opened doors to perform on BET’s Bobby Jones Gospel and share stages with both Christian and secular artists.
PREPARED TO LEAD
Pastor Craig earned his bachelor’s degree from Ball State University, where he also received the call to preach. After a brief season of running from his calling, he recommitted his life to Christ, launched a campus ministry called Ambassadors for Christ, and began traveling on mission trips to share the Gospel.
He went on to serve faithfully as a youth pastor and associate pastor, and in 2001 helped plant New Wineskin Ministries International.
He completed his master’s degree in Finance from Indiana Wesleyan University, graduating summa cum laude, and is currently pursuing his Doctor of Ministry (DMin) at Liberty University’s College of Divinity.
LEADER IN MINISTRY & MARKETPLACE
In addition to his ministry leadership, Pastor Craig has worked as a biopharmaceutical commercial executive and global leader for nearly three decades, impacting both U.S. and international markets. He brings a keen analytical mind and a powerful gift of communication that enables him to minister effectively to diverse audiences—from highly educated professionals to those with limited formal education.
AUTHOR. SPEAKER. MENTOR.
Pastor Craig is a celebrated conference speaker and published author. His debut book, Starting Over: Finding the Faith to Begin Again After Life Punches You in the GUT!, has been widely esteemed for its honest and hope-filled message.
Drawing from the lives of four biblical figures—Job, Ruth, the Samaritan woman at the well, and Mary Magdalene—Pastor Craig helps readers see that these ancient heroes faced many of the same struggles we do today. Their stories of restoration and renewal inspire readers to begin their own journey of healing and victory.
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