Meet Michael

Dr. Michael J. Jones

Dr. Michael J. Jones is a renowned Pastor, Philanthropist, Public Speaker, Father, and Friend known for his impactful contributions to the community. A Virginia native, he returned to Richmond from Arizona to pursue his calling in seminary. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Colorado, Boulder where he also was captain of the Buffaloes’ 1990 Orange Bowl Team. Additionally, he is a graduate of the Samuel Dewitt School of Theology at Virginia Union University, holding a Master of Divinity degree, and earned a Doctorate of Ministry from the McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL.


Notably, Dr. Jones has made significant strides in public service, having been elected to represent the 77th District in the Virginia House of Delegates. His dedication to serving the community extends beyond his pastoral responsibilities.


Driven by his father's teachings, Dr. Jones has integrated the message of resilience into his conversations, speeches, and sermons. Prior to answering his spiritual calling, he had a successful career with Pepsi Cola and founded his own insurance agency.


In 2005, he founded the Village of Faith, a rapidly growing church in the Richmond area. Witnessing his mother's transportation struggles, Dr. Jones initiated the Cars 4 Christ program, gifting over 65 cars to single mothers from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds.


Recognizing disparities in local communities, Dr. Jones ran for City Council of Richmond, ultimately being elected in 2015 and serving as Council President. His commitment to equity and opportunity has been a driving force in his public service as he led the fight to remove Richmond’s Confederate monuments.


Dr. Jones resides in Richmond, VA where he raised his daughter, Jocelyn, a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill, and a son, Jalon, who is in Florida pursuing an NFL career. His unwavering dedication to uplifting others and creating positive change continues to inspire many.

At City Hall

Mike has garnered a reputation of fighting for the streets. Black, White or Brown, Mike has sought to amplify the voices of those that are to often overlooked. In a part of the City that has been left out of so many conversations, Mike has a way of matching problems with legislation. He has shown his ability to lead during tough times by chairing the Councils Finance Committee, calling for more fiscal responsibility. He is willing to say what so many are afraid to say in a tone of empathy and compassion. Mike tries to educate and inform while others might seek to alienate. 

Social Change


Mike led the fight to gain local control of the Confederate Monuments in the City of Richmond. Standing alone he endured back lash and death threats. That did not stop him. He is leading the charge for more accountability with Law Enforcement seeking to move to a true form of Public Safety.

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