Our Story

Built on Purpose.
Sustained by God's Grace.

Equipped Training Ministries was born from a conviction that the Church is called to influence the world—and that every believer carries an assignment that extends far beyond Sunday morning.

"Disciples become leaders. Leaders become mentors. Mentors raise generations."

How We Began

A Ministry Born from Necessity

Equipped Training Ministries was founded on the recognition that too many believers are sitting in pews full of potential but lacking the tools, training, and community to step into their God-given calling. We saw gifted people who loved God but didn't know how to translate that love into purposeful action in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

Out of that burden, we built a ministry dedicated to the whole person — not just spiritual formation, but practical leadership development, character building, and strategic equipping. We believe that when the Church is truly equipped, every sphere of society is transformed.

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Biblical Authority

Scripture is our foundation, our compass, and our final authority. Every program, teaching, and decision is rooted in the Word of God.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in all we do — not for pride, but because the King we serve deserves our very best in character, craft, and commitment.

Integrity

We build leaders who are the same in private as they are in public — whose character matches their calling and whose lives reflect the truth they teach.

Multiplication

We don't just develop leaders — we develop leaders who develop leaders. Every person we equip is called to equip others.

Kingdom Impact

Our vision extends beyond the church walls. We equip believers to carry Kingdom principles into education, business, government, media, and every sphere of society.

Community

Discipleship is relational. We build genuine community where people are known, challenged, supported, and celebrated on their journey.

The Team

Leadership Team

LaToya Hopewell-Cantie

Founder & Executive Director

ommissioned by God, LaToya Hopewell-Cantie, MPA, carries a mandate to equip and develop men and women to discover their God-given purpose and influence every sphere of society for the Kingdom of God. As the Founder of Equipped Training Ministries and a pastor, teacher, mentor, and leadership developer with more than 19 years of ministry experience, she is committed to raising spiritually mature, biblically grounded leaders. A graduate of Oral Roberts University and Fairleigh Dickinson University, she is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Regent University, integrating biblical leadership with organizational excellence to advance God's Kingdom.

DaShawwna Clark

Executive Director of Administration, Discipleship & Wellness

DaShawwna Clark serves as the Executive Director of Administration, Discipleship & Wellness for Equipped Training Ministries. She holds a bachelor's degree in Public Health Administration and is a Wellness Coach with Herbalife. Working alongside the Founder, she oversees ministry administration, discipleship, mentorship, and wellness initiatives. With a passion for spiritual formation, nutrition, and caring for the whole person, she is committed to developing healthy, Christ-centered leaders and ensuring the ministry operates with excellence, integrity, and Kingdom purpose.

Chasitie Goode

Director of Media & Digital Communications

Chasitie Goode, Licensed Practical Nurse, serves as the Director of Media and Digital Communications, bringing extensive experience in media development, branding, and digital communications. She oversees the ministry's media strategy and digital outreach, leveraging creative communication to proclaim the Word of God, influence culture across communities and nations, and leave a lasting generational legacy for the Kingdom of God.

Jackie Holmes

Director of Children's Ministry & Curriculum-Zion Leaders youth Ministry

Minister Jackie Holmes serves as the Director of Children's and Youth Development, bringing more than 20 years of experience ministering to children and youth. She oversees the ministry's youth discipleship initiatives, integrating biblical teaching, praise dance, and creative arts to help young people discover their God-given identity and purpose in Christ. Passionate about raising the next generation of Kingdom leaders, she is committed to equipping children and youth to grow spiritually, develop their gifts, and become confident influencers who will impact their families, communities, and future generations for the glory of God.

What We Believe

Statement of Faith

The Scripture

We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God — the supreme standard for all faith and practice.

The Trinity

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — co-equal, co-eternal, and co-essential.

Jesus Christ

We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death, bodily resurrection, and His coming return in glory.

Salvation

We believe salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone — not by works — and that all who believe are born again by the Holy Spirit.

The Church

We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, called to make disciples of all nations, and to be salt and light in every sphere of society.

The Kingdom

We believe the Kingdom of God is both present and coming — and that believers are called to advance Kingdom principles in every domain of human life.

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Built on Purpose.Sustained by God's Grace.