Meet Our Pastor
“Shepherd the flock of God that is among you...” (1 Peter 5:2a)
“Shepherd the flock of God that is among you...” (1 Peter 5:2a)
The Rev. Justina Knuckles Sergeon is a native of Liberia, West Africa. Pastor Justina and her family were forced to escape the civil war in Liberia to her mother’s home in Sierra Leone when she was 12 years old. Her father, Justin M. Knuckles Sr., came to America to prepare a home for his family. She was 16 when she and her mother, Rosamond Knuckles, and siblings immigrated to the U.S. and reunited with her dad in Maryland. She is a mother of four daughters, Christina, Chelsea, Camille, and Celene, and a dedicated servant of God.
In 2023, Pastor Justina graduated from the United Lutheran Seminary in Philadelphia, PA., with her Master of Divinity degree and received the church’s gift of ordination to the ministry of Word and Sacrament in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Prior to this, Pastor Justina served as Associate for Administration to The Rev. William “Bill” Gohl Jr., Bishop of the Delaware-Maryland Synod, ELCA. During her quest to become an ordained minister, Pastor Justina has been actively involved in various ministries of the Synod and ELCA. She also serves as the Secretary for the African National Ministries, which supports African pastors and congregations in the ELCA. Pastor Justina also obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Strayer University in 2016, followed by a Masters in Business Management in 2019.
A true servant leader, Pastor Justina is dedicated to serving others through her work in the ministry. She has a natural skill for connecting with people, and her diverse skills and experience allow her to connect with a wide range of individuals. She has developed a deep understanding of the importance of community building and helping others. She is relatable and approachable, someone who can provide guidance and support to people from all walks of life. She leads and serves with compassion, understanding, and grace.
Pastor Justina enjoys spending time with her family and friends and hosting gatherings.
