Derek G. Pierson is married to Sharon U Pierson. Together they are the proud parents of Derek Jr. and Darien.

He has earned the degrees of Doctor of Pastoral Ministries and Doctor of Theology in Christian Counseling Psychology. He has been awarded the Honorary Doctorate of Divinity in Episcopal Studies.

He has served in pastoral ministry for 35 years. He has served as the Senior Pastor of Holy Lighthouse Church, Inc. in New Rochelle, New York since 1997. He is also the president of Selah Ministries, Inc.

He serves a certified Christian Counselor and Life Coach.

Dr. Pierson is deeply involved in his community and serves in a leading capacity on various community boards.

His deepest passion is to assist believers in experiencing wholeness and the power of living for Christ.