Rev. Dr. Donita Edwards

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” - 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)

Preacher & Teacher, Author, Radio host, Advocate for individuals with unique abilities, Pageant Mom, Mother of 2 Adult daughters

Rev. Dr. Donita Edwards is a native of Chesapeake, VA. She is the “knee baby” of Dr. James and Rev. Delores Edwards, III. She is a product of the Chesapeake School System. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree (2001) from Norfolk State University, Master of Divinity Degree in Practical Theology (2007), and Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Leadership and Renewal (2021) from Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA.

She is the founder of Birthright Kingdom Deliverance Ministries, Inc., which exists to educate, encourage, partner, and empower the Body of Christ. A ministry within Birthright, Disability in the Church, was recently launched that uses biblical accounts and firsthand testimonies to address faith and disability. In May 2022 she successfully hosted the inaugural Marvel on the Runway Fashion Event for girls and women with disabilities that promoted positivity and inclusion.

She is mentored under the dynamic leadership of Bishop Kim, Elder Valerie Brown, and the Mount at Chesapeake. She serves there with the Kingdom Life and Learning Groups and Intercessory Prayer Ministry. She was licensed to preach the Gospel (1999) and ordained (2008) by Dr. James Edwards, III, and New Rose of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church, Chesapeake, VA.

Dr. Donita is exceptionally gifted in the areas of administration, innovation, leadership, and diplomacy. She authored her first book, “The Man You Are Trying to Marry is Not Your Husband” (2013), co-authored her second publication “Then There Were 3: Wake Up to the Ministry Call” (2015), and third publication, “Hi. My Name is Blake” (2020).

She lives to serve the Lord Jesus Christ and advance the Kingdom of God!