Since being the founder of CBG ministries and the senior pastor of First Zion Baptist Church, Dr. Bunch and First Lady Mrs. LaStander Bunch have been inspired to change the lives of millions everywhere. They are initiating various projects and community service initiatives in order to minister to the needs of others. Together they believe that God has given a ministry of an implosion gospel that facilitates the start of a new beginning. Click the photo to read more information about Dr. Clarence Bunch and Mrs. Bunch.
Dr. Clarence Bunch
Dr. Clarence Bunch is a preacher, teacher, author, consultant, and President and CEO of CBG Ministries. He is also the Senior Pastor of First Zion Baptist Church in Jamestown, OH. He began his Preaching Ministry in 2003 at Zion Baptist Church in Xenia, Ohio and his Pastoral Ministry in June 2009 at First Zion Baptist Church.
He has been the recipient of Certificates of Appreciations for Community Service and a recipient of Proclamation for spiritual community leadership from two separate Mayors. Dr. Bunch ecclesiastical affiliations involve: National Baptist Convention USA and Full Gospel Baptist Fellowship International. He is a member of the Xenia African American Ministerial Association and a member of the Jamestown Alliance Ministerial Association. Dr. Bunch is also a former Executive Board Member of the NAACP and member of the USDA Civil Rights Committee. He holds an earned Associate degree in Agricultural Industrial Technology, a Bachelors of Science degree in Agricultural Economics, a Masters degree in Management, and a Ph. D. in Leadership and Change.
Pastor Bunch’s philosophy is quite simple—Faith without work is dead. He believes that our faith should be seen in our Love for God and in keeping His commandments! Jesus said, “If you love me keep my commandment.” Pastor Bunch understands no one is perfect and no one is sinless; that is, “all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” Therefore, he believes that our victory in life is influenced by our decision to be obedient, to trust, and to love God.
Dr. Bunch is the Senior Pastor of First Zion Baptist Church. In June 2009, under the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit, he led First Zion in a debt free capitol campaign to pay off its mortgage. He reactivated the church membership with The Western Association of the Ohio Baptist General Convention and Jamestown Ministerial Alliance Association, organized the church administrative operations, made significant changes to the exterior as well as the interior physical appearance of the Church, activated church positions and appointed church officers, increased church growth by 25 percent, and increased the church financial position by 33 percent. In addition, Dr. Bunch introduced and implemented 8 new ministries to feed and assist families within the Jamestown community.
Dr. Bunch also serves as Central State University's Associate Director of Extension for their new Land Grant Program. He has designed, organized, and provided statewide leadership in the development of CSU new Extension Service and the implementation of several community based programs for the citizens of Ohio. In addition, he has also spent over 25 years as a federal employee serving in leadership positions such as State Outreach Coordinator, Resource Conservation & Development Coordinator, State Conservation Innovation Grant Coordinator, State Cultural Resource Coordinator, State Wetland Reserve Program Monitor Coordinator, and District Conservationist.
Dr. Bunch has been passionate about the vision God gave him for the physical and spiritual restoration at First Zion Baptist Church. As pastor, his mission has been to present the gospel to the lost and win souls for Christ, minister to the broken hearted, feed and clothe the poor, disciple members, and nourish a community where Christ love is experienced. He believes that all Pastors are called to follow in the teaching of Christ by being servants for the Kingdom of God. He says…when Jesus taught and practiced the concept of servant leadership more than two thousand years ago, he taught his disciples the principle of servant leadership: Jesus said, ‘You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant’ (NIV Bible, Mark 10:43). Jesus taught that a leader’s greatness is measured by a total commitment to serve fellow human beings. Thus, he believes in the concept of servant leadership—a leader must be willing to serve others first above that of their own.
Furthermore, Dr. Bunch was born and raised in Tallulah, La. He has been married to his beautiful wife LaStander (Tina) for over 25 years. Together they have three beautiful daughters Tatiana (20), Ayanna (16), and Gianna (8).
He has been the recipient of Certificates of Appreciations for Community Service and a recipient of Proclamation for spiritual community leadership from two separate Mayors. Dr. Bunch ecclesiastical affiliations involve: National Baptist Convention USA and Full Gospel Baptist Fellowship International. He is a member of the Xenia African American Ministerial Association and a member of the Jamestown Alliance Ministerial Association. Dr. Bunch is also a former Executive Board Member of the NAACP and member of the USDA Civil Rights Committee. He holds an earned Associate degree in Agricultural Industrial Technology, a Bachelors of Science degree in Agricultural Economics, a Masters degree in Management, and a Ph. D. in Leadership and Change.
Pastor Bunch’s philosophy is quite simple—Faith without work is dead. He believes that our faith should be seen in our Love for God and in keeping His commandments! Jesus said, “If you love me keep my commandment.” Pastor Bunch understands no one is perfect and no one is sinless; that is, “all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” Therefore, he believes that our victory in life is influenced by our decision to be obedient, to trust, and to love God.
Dr. Bunch is the Senior Pastor of First Zion Baptist Church. In June 2009, under the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit, he led First Zion in a debt free capitol campaign to pay off its mortgage. He reactivated the church membership with The Western Association of the Ohio Baptist General Convention and Jamestown Ministerial Alliance Association, organized the church administrative operations, made significant changes to the exterior as well as the interior physical appearance of the Church, activated church positions and appointed church officers, increased church growth by 25 percent, and increased the church financial position by 33 percent. In addition, Dr. Bunch introduced and implemented 8 new ministries to feed and assist families within the Jamestown community.
Dr. Bunch also serves as Central State University's Associate Director of Extension for their new Land Grant Program. He has designed, organized, and provided statewide leadership in the development of CSU new Extension Service and the implementation of several community based programs for the citizens of Ohio. In addition, he has also spent over 25 years as a federal employee serving in leadership positions such as State Outreach Coordinator, Resource Conservation & Development Coordinator, State Conservation Innovation Grant Coordinator, State Cultural Resource Coordinator, State Wetland Reserve Program Monitor Coordinator, and District Conservationist.
Dr. Bunch has been passionate about the vision God gave him for the physical and spiritual restoration at First Zion Baptist Church. As pastor, his mission has been to present the gospel to the lost and win souls for Christ, minister to the broken hearted, feed and clothe the poor, disciple members, and nourish a community where Christ love is experienced. He believes that all Pastors are called to follow in the teaching of Christ by being servants for the Kingdom of God. He says…when Jesus taught and practiced the concept of servant leadership more than two thousand years ago, he taught his disciples the principle of servant leadership: Jesus said, ‘You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant’ (NIV Bible, Mark 10:43). Jesus taught that a leader’s greatness is measured by a total commitment to serve fellow human beings. Thus, he believes in the concept of servant leadership—a leader must be willing to serve others first above that of their own.
Furthermore, Dr. Bunch was born and raised in Tallulah, La. He has been married to his beautiful wife LaStander (Tina) for over 25 years. Together they have three beautiful daughters Tatiana (20), Ayanna (16), and Gianna (8).
LaStander Bunch
First Lady LaStander M. Bunch, also known as Tina, is also a native of Tallulah, La. Lady T, understands the calling God has placed on their lives to be a service to others. She believes that the smallest act of kindness may be the only act of kindness some people may have received in a long time. For nearly 9 years in the ministry and over 20 years in marriage, Lady T has been alongside her husband, Dr. Clarence Bunch. A courageous speaker, she draws from her undergraduate education in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in English. An outspoken woman, Lady T possess the ability to communicate strength and purpose with her audience as she works to support her husband’s ministry.
In her professional role as a Financial Aid Professional and ministry roles as Director of Women’s Ministry at First Zion Baptist Church and Director of Operation of CBG Ministries, Lady T’s heart for empowering women is evident in her effort to teach no non sense behaviors and strength of a woman in an effort to pursue excellence in education.
A loving wife and mother, after marrying her high school sweetheart Dr. Clarence Bunch and producing two beautiful daughters (Tatiana and Ayanna) from that union, she has forged a career in education. She worked in secondary education for five years as an educator before transitioning to post secondary education, where she has forged a stellar career as a higher education administrator for over 13 years. She decided to continue her education at Antioch University-McGregor after spending five years in higher education. She completed her Master’s of Art degree in Community College Management in 2007. In 2009 the Lord blessed them with another daughter (Gianna) which completes there family circle.
Resonance from her husband preaching, Lady T. strive to serve God, by being a blessings to their husbands and families.
In her professional role as a Financial Aid Professional and ministry roles as Director of Women’s Ministry at First Zion Baptist Church and Director of Operation of CBG Ministries, Lady T’s heart for empowering women is evident in her effort to teach no non sense behaviors and strength of a woman in an effort to pursue excellence in education.
A loving wife and mother, after marrying her high school sweetheart Dr. Clarence Bunch and producing two beautiful daughters (Tatiana and Ayanna) from that union, she has forged a career in education. She worked in secondary education for five years as an educator before transitioning to post secondary education, where she has forged a stellar career as a higher education administrator for over 13 years. She decided to continue her education at Antioch University-McGregor after spending five years in higher education. She completed her Master’s of Art degree in Community College Management in 2007. In 2009 the Lord blessed them with another daughter (Gianna) which completes there family circle.
Resonance from her husband preaching, Lady T. strive to serve God, by being a blessings to their husbands and families.
