Dr. Wanda Wallace, D.Div.
About me
Wanda O. Wallace Born on October 8, 1958 in Oklahoma City, OK to Julius and Juanita Cudjoe, she is one of six sisters and one brother. Wanda graduated from North East High School in 1976. Wanda attended St. Mary Christian Methodist Episcopal Church while growing up. Wanda attended Rose State Jr. College where she studied speech communications until 1978. While attending college, Wanda’s best friend introduced her to Reachout Outreach Christian Center non-denomination Ministry. It was there were Wanda began to learn more about God and His Son. Within six months God touched hers life tremendously. She was reborn in her inman, her spirit was renew on the inside. She knew something had change in her. Wanda continued going to Reachout Outreach Christian Center until God relocated in 1983. The family relocated to Langley FAB, VA. From 1983 to 1990 Wanda attended Victory Life Church in Hampton, VA under Pastor Phil Privette, She completed classes in Spiritual Authority, Salvation, Counseling in Ministry, Prayer Counseling.
In 1990 the Lord relocated her and family to San Vito Dei Normanni Air Station, Italy. There Wanda worked as a Sunday school teacher and a lay minister under the guidance of Chaplain George R. Washington. Wanda began to carry out her assignment from God. She was a lay minister for the United States Air Force and she taught Bible classes, Sunday school, salvation classes, seminar teacher, prayer classes and praise and worship. Through her leadership the Word spread to people and they became saved, set free and delivered.
In May 1991 she received her certificate of Minister License from Bible Way Church of Deliverance at Naples San Vito AS, Italy under Pastor Charles F. Hendricks. She later moved to Montgomery, AL and work under Maj Eddie Walker as layman minister for the United States Air Force Base Chaplin Maxwell –Gunter AFB, AL. Wanda also worked with many local churches in the Air Force community. While living in Montgomery she fellowshipped at Christian Life Church under Pastor Stephen E. Vickers and served as a Prayer Counselor and Care Giver lead Assistant. Wanda was blessed to sit up under the teachings of Dr. Creflo A. Dollar for seven years as she traveled two hours on Sunday morning to church. In her younger years she loved to listen to Kenneth Copeland, and Kenneth E. Hagin where a great deal of her biblical teachings came from. So with all that God commanded her to “put the vision in place”.
In the fall of 1993-1995, God instructed Wanda to finish her education so she in rolled in RHEMA Corresponding Bible School in Tulsa, OK where she completed her Diploma in Biblical Studies. Wanda started an Outreach Ministry to teach the people how to live out the Word of God in everyday living step by step with the Word of God. Changing people from the inside out, with the Word of God is her vision. In Nov 1995 Wanda was ordained and received her License of Qualification under Harvester Christian Fellowship Crossville TN.
Since than Dr. Wanda O. Wallace has received her Bachelor Biblical Studies. Master Ministry and Doctor Ministry. from Omega Bible Institute & Seminary. She is the CEO-Founder of Changing Garment Ministries Inc.
God has instructed Wanda to teach the Body of Christ the Word of God with wisdom, CGM Ministries, received its vision for wisdom and understanding to apply and produced every day in the believer’s life. In June 2000-2012 the Lord relocated her and family back to Hampton Virginia, Wanda has worked 23 years for DOD and Office Personnel Management (OPM) mission. Vast experience in supervising and administering DOD Military and Federal Civil Service placement tests. In July 2012-2015 she stated with the Dept. of Navy working with Family Advocate Program. As Office Automation Assistant Helping Military families community.
Dr. Wallace is a visionary leader whose mission is to empower believers through teaching and preaching the uncompromised Word of God to fulfill their highest calling and change the world through Jesus Christ. She providing leadership, mentoring, and spiritual service to a multi-cultural generation of believers through diverse ministerial teaching, administration, and the study of God’s word through gifts, talents, and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
In March 2004 Changing Garments Ministries held their first Conference in Hampton, VA. She has helped other churches in the Hampton Roads area started their first women conferences.
Dr. Wallace is the author of Marriage and Divorce It’s Impact on Society and the Church,
and the Life of Christ. She is a conference speaker, teacher and minister of the gospel who loves helping people live their life to the fullest. Dr. Wallace is the wife of Retire SMSGT Gary Wallace and the mother of three beautiful children: Shanda, Lakeetha, and John; six grandchildrens and one great grandchild.
Meanwhile, Dr. Wallace continues to minister and preach the Word of Jesus Christ when called upon.
God has blessed me to work with the following ministries,
Feb 2011 – March 2012
Galilee Baptist Church
Pastor James Jones
Newport News, VA
Elder
· Pulpiteer – Preaches and teaches the Word of God; conducts morning prayer
· Minister’s Conference – Plans, organizes, and conducts the Galilee Baptist Church ministers conference
· Worship Leader – Ushers in the spirit through prayer, praise, and worship
· Sunday school teacher – Delivers messages that impact our daily living by addressing today’s issues through ministry and group participation
· Delegate ‘New Comers’ class leader and teacher
Jun 2008 – Feb 2011
Empower of Believers Christian Center
Pastor John Young
Newport News, VA
Pastors Understudy
· Delegate Elder – Accompanied pastor to conferences, ministerial engagements, member visitations (hospital and home), and meetings
· Program Coordinator: “Stop the Violence Rally” – Developed program goals and supervised activities; advises program staff members and managed vendor services
· Conducted morning and worship services
· Watch care leader – Provides spiritual counseling to church members and reconciliation for disputes
· Prays over the congregation; conducts bible study.
Nov 2007 – Feb 2009
Abyssinia Baptist Church
Pastor Richard Patrick
Newport News, VA
Delegate Elder
· Conducted morning worship services; worship leader
· Trained pulpit ministers in pulpit etiquette and church rituals (i.e. communion services, alter call, baptisms, dedications, etc.)
· Honored speaker at the church sponsored Women’s Conference
· Watch care leader (flock zone leader)
· Served as delegate pastor in Sr. Pastor’s absence
· Conducted minister’s meetings
April 2005 – Nov 2007
Living Water Table
Bishop Margie Ruffin
Newport News, VA
Delegate Elder
· Morning worship leader and Pulpiteer
· Honorary Women’s conference speaker
· Teacher for Women’s program: “How to keep yourself for God”
· Leader of the Saturday morning “Prayer Warriors” meet – Prayer for Israel, USA, Government, World leaders, Congregational Prayer, and deliverance/break through prayer and services
2004 - Present
Changing Garments Ministry International
Elder Wanda Wallace
Hampton VA
Founder
· Teaching/Preaching the uncompromising truth of God’s word
· Mentoring the next generation of believers
· Community outreach: Combining health and mental services with spiritual wisdom to enhance the wellbeing of the surrounding communities
· Evangelistic Ministry: Spreading God’s word in the community and abroad through face to face contact and the use of technology (Internet, Facebook, MySpace, etc.)
· Healing Ministry: Administering God’s word through the laying on of hands, faith, and awareness of the covenant promises of “Wellness” or to be “Made Whole” that God made to those who believe upon Him.
Nov 2000 – Feb 2003
Genesis Christian Fellowship Center
Pastor’s Joe & Gloria Evans
Hampton, VA
Delegate Elder
· Assists pastor in pulpit duties and rituals (i.e. Ordination & Communion services).
· Worship and pulpit minister; bible study teacher, leads congregation in prayer services.
Nov 1999 – Nov 2000
USAF Chaplain Service
Chaplain Eddie Walter
Gunter-Maxwell AFB, AL
Layman Minister
· Service leader for Protestant and Gospel services for the Main Base Chapel and Annexes
· Understudy to Chaplain: Front office manager; Delegate Administrator
· Assist Chaplain all rituals services for both Protestant and Gospel ministries (i.e. Baptisms, Communions, Dedications and rededications, etc.).
Apr 1993 – Nov 1995
Base Chapel
Various Chaplains
Gunter-Maxwell AFB, AL
Ministry
· Attending RHEMA Correspondence Bible School, Tulsa OK
· Protestant women of Chapel group leader.
Apr 1993 – Apr 1996
Christian Life Church
Pastor Steve Vickers
Montgomery, AL
Ministry Counselor
· Care Minister: One on one counseling with single mothers and teenagers
· Shepherd Minister: Home care visits; zone leadership (liaison between pastor & members)
· After-Care Minister: Counseled and mentored new converts; held classes on spiritual growth
· Angel Tree Ministry: Inmate correspondence team member (Julia Tuklwila Prison); prepared and sent out Christmas baskets, stationary supplies (i.e. stamps, pens, books); tape ministry.
Mar 1990 – Apr 1993
Base Chapel
Chaplain Washington
San Vito Dei Normanni AS, Italy
Layman Minister
· Chaplains assistant: Pulpiteer; assist Chaplain with communion, baptisms, ordinations, and dedication services
· Studied, prepared, and taught Sunday School for multiple denominations (i.e. Catholic, Protestant, Gospel services)
· Received Certificate of License to preach the Gospel.
Sep 1983 – Mar 1990
Victory Life World Outreach Center
Pastor Phil Privette
Hampton, VA
Ministry Counselor
· Layman Counselor: Mentored (Spiritual) lay members; arranged, setup, and conducted ministry meetings; assisted in teen ministry as a team leader.
· New members/converts minister: Liaison between new members/converts and church ministry .
· Understudy to Church Elder
Jun 1978 - Jul 1983
Reachout Outreach Christian Center
Pastor Jonathan Graves
Oklahoma City, OK
Choir Member
· Being groomed for the ministry.
Feb 1969 – May 1978
St. Mary CME Church
Pastor Ted Norman
Oklahoma City, OK
New Convert/Proselyte
· Accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
· Ministry building blocks; learning how to be a believer; Bible study programs
About my company
Changing Garments Ministry International
Elder Dr. Wanda Wallace
Providing leadership, mentoring, and spiritual service to a multi-cultural generation of believers through diverse ministerial teaching, administration, and the study of God’s word through gifts, talents, and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
· Teaching/Preaching the uncompromising truth of God’s word.
· Mentoring the next generation of believers.
· Community outreach: Combining health and mental services with spiritual wisdom to enhance the wellbeing of the surrounding communities.
· Evangelistic Ministry: Spreading God’s word in the community and abroad through face to face contact and the use of technology (Internet, Facebook, My Space, etc.)
· Healing Ministry: Administering God’s word through the laying on of hands, faith, and awareness of the covenant promises of “Wellness” or to be “Made Whole” that God made to those who believe upon Him.
Changing lives from the inside out with the Word of God. We believing in taking off the garments of filthiness and putting on His garments of righteousness as we walk in His kind of love.
I chose this career path because
My career in the ministry chose me when I was a young girl. My mom raised me in the church and I always had a personal background with God and I kept him close to me. I always prayed and God was always there for me to help me read and finish school. God is the center of my life and I want to give back to others.
I prepared for this career by
Believing God had called me into the ministry and He open all the doors for me to enter into His will. And I received a Doctorate degree in Ministry, Master in Ministry and Bachelor in Biblical Studies.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
My biggest challenge is standing my ground when others don't believe. And walk it out in love in Jesus name. Because love cover all things even when it hurt or hate. We still have to stay in love.
My greatest strength(s)
My greatest strength is the Word of God and remind myself I am made in Him and I have His mind inside of me. Leading me by my spirit because we are one in Him.
My greatest accomplishment to date
My first greatest accomplishment was seeing my three kids out on there own and believing in the Word of God.
My second greatest accomplishment was writing my 2 books, Marriage and Divorce-Impact on Society and the Church and Life of Christ.
My third greatest accomplishment is I been marriage for 36 years and thinking God for more to come.
My personal/professional goals
My professional goal is to build God kingdom here on earth where His people can worship Him with thanksgiving as He lead me by the Holy Spirit, in His church and to do whatever God leads me too.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am inspired by the Word of God.
I most want to be known/remembered for
How I love the Word of God and putting it first place in my life until my death.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
Kenneth Copeland Ministries-Partnerships, Jerry Savelle Ministries- Partnerships
Keith Moore Life Ministries- Partnerships, Jessiess Duplantis Ministries -Partnerships, Charles Capps Ministries-Partnerships
Creflo Dollar Ministries-Partnership, Bill Winston Ministries- Partnership, Kenneth Hagin Ministries -Partnerships
Victory Life World Outreach Center Membership
I have received the following Honors/Awards/Scholarships
Doctor of Ministry – February 2014: Omega Bible Institute & Seminary, Swartz LA
Master of Ministry- June 2012: Omega Bible Institute & Seminary, Swartz LA.\
Bachelor of Biblical Studies June 2000 Omega Bible Institute & Seminary, Swartz LA
Diploma in Biblical Studies – June 1995: RHEMA Correspondence Bible School, Tulsa Ok
Certificate of Ordination -November 1995 Harvesters Christian Fellowship Inc.
Certificate of License – May 1991 Bible Way Church of Deliverance, Ischitella, Naples Italy Church San Vito dei Narmanni Air Station, Italy Certificate Counseling in Ministry – 1990: Victory Life Church, Hampton VA
Certificate Spiritual Authority – 1987: Victory Life Church, Hampton VA
Biltmore Who's Who Certificate:, June 2008; Sustained Superior Performance Award United States Office of Personnel Management November 2002; Sustained Superior Performance Award United States Office of Personnel Management December 2001; Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Support Maxwell AFB, September ,1999 etc..
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
I volunteer at different churches and do guest speaking.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy reading, sewing, mentoring and counseling young women.