Meet The Team

Bishop Darwin Windham Sr- Senior Pastor

Pastor Darwin Rodregus Windham was born on October 9, 1973, to the late Roy Lee Windham and Hattie Hankerson. He is a devoted father to eight children and the husband of Elder Christie Windham. At the age of ten, Darwin accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, subsequently being baptized and becoming a member of Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Martin, Tennessee. He pursued higher education at The University of Tennessee at Martin, where he majored in Communications and Business Management. In March 1997, Darwin answered his calling to ministry and was officially licensed in November of the same year. His career path led him to serve in various ministries before his appointment as Assistant Pastor of Praise Temple Community Church in 2006, where he was ordained as a Reverend. Following divine guidance, he departed from Praise Temple in 2009 to assume the role of National Director of Music for The Anointed Churches of The Living God. In 2013, he was ordained as an Elder and installed as Pastor of True Holiness Anointed Church of the Living God in Dresden, Tennessee. In 2016, True Holiness merged with Anointed Church of the Living God in Hickman, Kentucky, where Windham served as Pastor of Operations. After completing his assignment under this organization, in January 2021, he was installed as the Pastor of The City of Growth (First Church of God) in Hickman, Kentucky, where he is currently Senior Pastor. In July 2022, under divine guidance, Darwin Windham connected and became apart of the Victory Christian International Fellowship of Churches where he served as Overseer Presiding Elder in the Midwest Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction under the leadership of Jurisdiction Prelate, Bishop Trevor D. Robinson.

Lady /Elder Christie Windham

Lady Christie Windham is the devoted and dynamic First Lady of The City of Growth Church. As the loving wife of Bishop D. Windham, she stands as a pillar of faith, grace, and wisdom, serving alongside him in ministry with a heart for God’s people. With a passion for uplifting and empowering others, Lady Christie is deeply involved in various aspects of church life, from mentoring women and young girls to supporting outreach initiatives that impact the community. Her warm spirit and unwavering faith make her a source of encouragement to many. Beyond the pulpit, she is a loving wife, a dedicated leader, and a woman of prayer who believes in walking by faith and living a life that reflects God’s love. Lady Christie is committed to fostering an environment where people can grow spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Her heart’s desire is to see lives transformed, families strengthened, and souls drawn closer to Christ. With her steadfast support and servant’s heart, she continues to be a blessing to The City of Growth Church and beyond.

Elder J. Lamarious Stray- Pastor of Operations & Logistics

Elder Lamarious Stray is a dedicated servant of God, a passionate leader, and a visionary in ministry. A native of Hickman, KY, he was born, raised, and accepted his divine calling in the Grand Ole Church of God in Christ at the young age of 12. His journey in ministry officially began in 2019 when he was licensed as a minister at Greater Mt. Zion. Following its closure in 2020, Elder Stray embraced the call to evangelism, using his gifts to serve in various capacities across multiple churches. In 2022, his path led him to Lake Chapel MBC, where he faithfully served and was ordained in 2023. As Assistant Pastor, he played a crucial role in spiritual leadership and church operations until his season there was complete. Now, at The City of Growth Church, Elder Stray serves as the Pastor of Operations, ensuring that every ministry and auxiliary functions at its highest capacity for the advancement of the Kingdom of God. With a heart for excellence, a commitment to growth, and a desire to see lives transformed, he continues to lead with wisdom, integrity, and an unwavering devotion to God’s purpose.