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Dr. Dwight Shawrod Riddick, II

FAMILY

Married to Jennell Whitfield Riddick of Williamsburg, and they have two children Dwight III, and Jasmine. Son of Dwight Sr and Vera Riddick with one sister Tiffany Foreman (Mitchell).
EMPLOYMENT

Sr Pastor of St Mark MB Church, Portsmouth VA (2019-present), Adjunct Professor Paul D Camp Community College (World Religion & Old Testament Prophets)
EDUCATION

Doctorate of Ministry in Homiletics (Chicago Theological Seminary), Masters Of Divinity (STVU at Va Union Univ), BS in Computer Science (James Madison Univ), Phoebus High in Hampton, VA
CERTIFICATIONS

Certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach & Speaker, SYMBIS Marriage Facilitator, Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Univ Facilitator.

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Celebrating OVER 11 years of Pastoring at First Baptist Church, Franklin VA. Where we are seeking, teaching, and reaching.

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DSR2 Lives by 7 Major Life Philosophies

Every individual has potential to do greater than what they have already achieved. (DSR2 – Max Potential)

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Complaining won’t change anything. (Philippians 4:16)

HARDSHIPS HELP

Hardships are an opportunity to prove your true character. (MLK – Ultimate Measure of A Man)

BALANCE IS NECESSARY

The ability to navigate through life with balance is a sign of maturity. (Philippians 4:12; Rudyard. Kipling – If)

GOD IS ALWAYS INVOLVED

God is involved with everything that has anything to do with us. (Jennell Riddick – Walk In It)

DIFFERENT IS NOT WRONG

Be comfortable as the polka-dot in a plaid world. (DSR2 – Dealing With Delay)

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Real faith takes courage and will often walk you off of cliffs alone. (Mark 9:23)

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AREA OF TRAINING

Here are a few core areas that Dr. Dwight Shawrod Riddick, II has spent extensive time, resources, and certification or degree training in. Anything that has been learned should be shared. In an effort to die empty (quote from Myles Monroe), lets connect so that all of this information and these tools can be yours and used to maximize your potential.

HOMILETICS (21st Century Preaching)

Masters from Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University and a Doctorate of Ministry in Homiletics from Chicago Theological Seminary ACTS D.Min in Preaching.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Engaged in 7 years of inner city ministry ,11 years of rural ministry, and 10 years as Chair of Board for a non-profit in the academic sector.

MASTER COACHING (JOHN MAXWELL Certified)

A certified John Maxwell Coach, Speaker, and Trainer since 2011 and leading CMI-Leadership Coaching since 2000 with over 80+ coaching clients logged.

WEB DESIGN & BRAND DESIGN

Extended years, (lol) earning a Bachelors of Science degree in computer science and programming from James Madison University coupled with marketing specialty.

MARRIAGE COUNSELING (SYMBIS Certified)

A certified SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) facilitator that uses more than 4 curriculums to enhance or prepare for a great Godly marriage.

FINANCIAL PEACE (Dave Ramsey Certified)

A certified Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University facilitator that provides the basics on budgeting and wealth management through stewardship.

BOOK PUBLISHING

Through FINAL STEPS BOOK PUBLISHING there have been 7 books taken from idea to mass distribution. Not an expert in this field, but DSR2 can get the job done.

PARTNERSHIP

Very discerning about networking, but willing and able to connect like minds for a greater cause, PARTNERING has become a major strength.

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

First Baptist Church (FBC) is the primary place that potential is being released. It is here that Dr. DS Riddick Pastors individuals into life change, preaches regularly for life empowerment, and teaches to equip each person with practical insights for life. Located at 318 Hall St Franklin, VA www.firstbcfranklin.org
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Whether its empowerment through exposure with WIT Inc (Walk In It Incorporated) or raising money to distribute scholarships and providing financial empowerment to global student leaders through the CMI - EMERGE FOUNDATION, giving back is a necessity. Join in giving at www.cmiemergefoundation.org or www.walkinit.com

17YRS IN MINISTRY

87COACHED CLIENTS

207MEDIA PROJECTS

4500HOURS OF WORK

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Highlights By Dates

These are a few highlights that have been deemed noteworthy and are listed to serve as an encouragement to always press forward, never give up, and aspire for greater.

2017
2ND BOOK LAUNCH 5 aug
The 2nd Book will be released entitled: ALL ABOARD SAILING THROUGH LIFE STORMS. This series will empower the reader to navigate the storms of life. Through a 4 book series.
LAUNCHED EMERGE FOUNDATION 14 Jan
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Earned Doctorate in Homiletics 12 may
Received an earned Doctorate of Ministry in Homiletics, the study of preaching, from the Chicago Theological Seminary in Illinois.
2016
COMPLETE FAMILY BUBBLE RUN 6 Apr
My family participated in the must FUN FILLED 5k ever! Running through colored soap foam together has been one of our many joys. I love family!
2011
CERTIFIED JOHN MAXWELL COACH 17 Aug
After extensive training with world renown John Maxwell and his certification team, DSR2 began to certify coaches, train speakers, and help entrepreneurs launch businesses.
MASTERS OF DIVINITY 10 Feb
Privileged to study with our nations top theology professors at the SAMUEL DEWITT PROCTOR SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY at VA Union University.
2007
WIT INC 8 Sept
Along with my wife JENNELL RIDDICK, the premier program of WIT INC launched, LADIES OF DISTINCTION! Began with 23 young girls now empowers over 500 girls per month.
2000
Incorporated CMI April 2
CMI was officially covered and made into a legal organization dedicated to helping others to see Jesus and Maximize Their Potential.