Barbara Ann Salley was born in Washington, DC where she lived until age two when her family moved to Winston Salem, NC. She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior as a teenager in 1971. While attending Morning Star Baptist Church, she regularly attended bible studies, sang in the choir, and was involved in various mentoring programs.

 

After completing high school, she married Daniel B. Salley, Jr and to this blessed union were born three children, Denascia, Demetrius and Danielle. They were nurtured in the way of the Holy Scriptures and now that they are older, they have not departed from them. All three children are born again and serving faithfully in the ministry. She is also blessed with a wonderful daughter-in- law, DeShawn, and 3 beautiful grandchildren Demetrius Jr, Damonte and Daisha.

Her obvious commitment to the Lord and her family has not lessened her zeal and pursuit of education. She's a graduate of Draugheon Business College, Jericho Christian Training College and School of Ministry graduating with honors. She is currently studying advanced biblical studies through Christian Bible College and Seminary.

 

While traveling abroad with her husband, who served in the military, she also assisted various ministries, served as a teacher, elder, marriage and spiritual family counselor, assistant pastor, and facilitated various bible studies and prayer meetings.

Barbara Salley was officially ordained on October 8, 2000. She currently serves as Assistant Pastor of Redeeming Life Ministries Int'l (RLMI), where her husband, Daniel B. Salley, Jr., is Senior Pastor and Overseer. She continues to personify dynamic leadership, biblical astuteness, and moral excellence. This awesome woman of God is also frequently called upon to minister at various churches, seminars and conferences. Pastor Salley is also the operations manager of The Masters Touch Child Care Center and Christian School Academy.

 

Her "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" attitude is key in her ability to continue to fulfill the call of God on her life. Her motto for success is, "Just Do The Word"!