A native of Clarksville, Tennessee, Pastor Jackie’s life fabric comes from a community-focused family. The youngest daughter of Pastor Jerry and First Lady Naomi Jerkins, she has never been a stranger to lending her support and resources to those in need.
Her involvement as a Board Member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters and other numerous organization such as the East DeKalb Boys & Girls Club (Lithonia, Georgia), The Salvation Army, Junior Achievement, United Way and Atlanta’s Shades of Pink have yielded Pastor Jackie a wealth of experience to meet and connect with people from various walks of life.
Pastor Jackie is a graduate of Austin Peay State University and has an extensive background in music and broadcasting. She was an integral part of Black Entertainment Television’s (BET) Bobby Jones Gospel Show and has served several Atlanta local ministries as worship leader and music consultant. Currently, Pastor Jackie oversees Cathedral of Grace’s Executive and Administrative Ministries.
Pastor Jackie is married to her king, Bishop Darrius Key and is the proud champion of their three children, Daurice, Myla and Malik.
Pastor Jackie is persuaded that all things are possible to the one who believes and hopes in God. Of all her accomplishments, the greatest of these are her husband, children and church family – Cathedral of Grace.