We are grateful for faithful leadership that serves with humility, integrity, and a shepherd’s heart.
Meet our pastors.
Elder Dr. Donell M. Winder, Ed.D.
Elder Dr. Donell M. Winder serves as the Senior Pastor of Logos Fellowship Church. He is a bold and anointed teacher whose heart burns to see lives transformed by the power of God’s Word. Known for his ability to teach with clarity, depth, and spiritual conviction, Dr. Winder is deeply committed to proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise and helping believers walk in their God-given authority. His ministry bridges spiritual power with practical wisdom, equipping people to live healed, whole, and rooted in truth.
A firm believer that Christianity is not confined to Sunday services but is a daily walk of fellowship with Christ, Dr. Winder teaches that true transformation begins when people encounter Jesus personally, experience the renewing of their minds, and embrace their identity in Him. His message transcends denominational boundaries, calling all people to freedom, healing, and purpose in Christ.
Academically accomplished, Dr. Winder holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theology, a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a focus on Marriage and Family Counseling. With over 20 years of experience in both Christian counseling and professional therapy, he brings a unique blend of theological insight and mental health expertise to his leadership. He is also a former Correctional Officer with 19 years of experience in public service, giving him a rare depth of understanding about emotional pain, trauma, and the need for redemptive care in today’s world.
An accomplished author, Dr. Winder has written numerous books centered on emotional healing, spiritual renewal, mental wellness, and relational restoration. His works speak directly to the real-life struggles people face and offer tools for transformation through biblical truth and personal growth. These books are available exclusively on Amazon.com. Whether through preaching, counseling, or writing, he remains focused on one aim: to help people become whole in Christ and confident in their calling.
He is the proud father of three children: Nay’yarrah, Akerah, and Micah. As a husband, father, pastor, counselor, and author, Dr. Winder is committed to building a ministry that not only teaches truth but lives it, raising up a generation of believers who are equipped, empowered, and ready to reflect Christ in every sphere of life.
Elder Dr. Teneshia T. Winder, Ph.D.
Elder Dr. Teneshia T. Winder is a gifted communicator, prophetic voice, and spiritual leader who ministers with passion, wisdom, and practical insight. As Co-Pastor of Logos Fellowship Church, she teaches the Word of God with clarity and relevance, helping believers apply biblical truth to their everyday lives. Her message is grounded in John 8:32—”You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free”—and her ministry reflects that commitment to healing, freedom, and truth.
Dr. Winder holds degrees in Legal Studies (B.S.), Criminal Justice and Forensic Science (M.S.), Christian Counseling (M.A.), and Psychology (Ph.D.). She brings this academic foundation into her calling as both a preacher and a mental health professional, uniquely gifted to minister to the whole person—spirit, soul, and body.
She is the founder of multiple innovative initiatives, including the Winder Ministries Prophetic Dance Network and the Faith-Based Dance for Your Soul Community Dance Therapy Program, which equips youth to strengthen their faith, regulate emotions, and grow in discipline through the art of dance. Dr. Winder also founded Leading Ladies, a mental health support program created specifically for first ladies in ministry, offering them a safe and supportive space to address stress, emotional wellness, and self-care.
A successful author and speaker, she has developed a trauma therapy curriculum and created the “Faith-Based Trauma Clinic,” a one-day clinic focused on equipping individuals to recognize and treat trauma through biblical and clinical tools. She also leads the “Trauma Has No Color” project, which brings people together to heal through therapeutic writing and storytelling.
Dr. Winder co-founded the Logos Biblical Institute alongside her husband, a vocational school of ministry that prepares emerging leaders for work in kingdom service. Together, they also run a thriving private mental health practice and a publishing company that offers free publication services to Christian writers, helping voices of faith go forth with excellence and power.
With a heart fully devoted to the Lord, Dr. Winder sees herself as a vessel through which the message of Christ can reach the nations. Her leadership, vision, and resilience make her an admired voice in both ministry and mental health spaces. She is honored to serve alongside her husband as they raise their children and build a legacy that equips others to live healed, whole, and on mission.