Dr. Richard Pinder

Dr. Richard Pinder was a Bahamian with the world in his heart. He was a gifted speaker, teacher, motivational speaker, leadership consultant, lecturer, administrator, counselor, advisor, coach and author.

He served in Christian ministry for over thirty years. His keen administrative abilities were fully utilized as Pastor of BFM Fellowship and as Sr. Vice President of Bahamas Faith Ministries International headquartered in Nassau, Bahamas.

He served as a founding trustee of the Third World Leadership Association (ITWLA) an internationally recognized group of world leaders devoted to the education, development and uplifting of third world nations. Dr. Pinder also served as an advisor to several ministries including Family of Faith Ministries, and was a presbyter of the International Fellowship of Ministers, Temple Hills, Maryland.

Richard Pinder held Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Sociology and Social Work from Oral Roberts University, a Masters of Social Work Degree from the University of Kentucky, a Masters of Divinity and a Doctorate of Ministry from Christian Life School of Theology.

He has authored the books: Mobilizing Human Resources, Redeemed and Justified and The Process of Purpose.

Richard was married to Sheena and is also survived by his two children, Richard Pinder Jr. and Talia Marie.