Dr. John Page

Senior Pastor, Mount Olive Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. John O. Page is a dynamic spiritual leader and Senior Pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Hackensack, New Jersey, a mid-size urban ministry renowned for its local and global community engagement. Native to Albany, Georgia, Dr. Page felt the call to ministry at age 23, licensed under Rev. Dr. Larry Edmunds. Installed as Mount Olive's 17th pastor on May 22, 2022, he leads with a passion for equipping communities, sharing the Gospel, and fostering intergenerational discipleship. His servant-leadership style—giving time, skills, and resources—marks him as a gifted preacher, teacher, scholar, and visionary dedicated to improving humanity one person at a time. He has preached at the National Baptist Convention and across U.S. pulpits. Previously, he served as Director of Finance for The American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts (TABCOM), Senior Pastor at Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Brockton, MA (2013-2021), and Pastor at Shiloh Baptist Church in Medford, MA (2009-2013). Dr. Page chairs 'We Got Next,' empowering young adults through education and discipleship, and holds board positions in the Commission Board for Baptist Ministers in MA and the United Baptist Convention of MA, RI, and NH. His D.Min. from United Theological Seminary focused on 'Uniting A Divided House: Bridging the Gap between Multi-Generations through Discipleship.' Holding an M.Div. and M.R.E. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, plus certificates from Northeastern University and Boston University (UNIX Administration), he blends theological depth with practical financial stewardship. Married to Celia A. Page, they have four children—Amaia, Jelese, Gadi, Johani—and grand-twins. A San Antonio Spurs fan, he cherishes family time, travel, and new restaurants. Dr. Page's ministry emphasizes faith, family, finances, and community impact, making him a bridge-builder in spiritual and civic spheres. [Central Square Church](https://centralsquare.church/episode/homecoming-sunday-rev-dr-john-o-page-speaking-on-by-divine-grace-why-i-still-go-to-church-acts-242-47/), [Mount Olive Baptist](https://mountolivebaptist.org/profile/john_page), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-page-a119738)

Key Insights from Dr. John Page

Uniting A Divided House: Bridging the Gap between Multi-Generations through Discipleship, A Praxis for Intergenerational Ministry.

— Dr. John Page on Intergenerational Ministry

Passionate about equipping and uplifting communities, as well as sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

— Dr. John Page on Community Empowerment

Director of Finance for The American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts.

— Dr. John Page on Faith and Finance

Chairperson of We Got Next, a movement dedicated to the empowerment, education, and discipleship of Young Adults.

— Dr. John Page on Youth Discipleship

Notable Quotes from Dr. John Page

"He is a servant leader, always willing to give his time, skills, and resources to religious and community causes."

— Dr. John Page

"Dr. Page is a gifted preacher, teacher, scholar, visionary, and a dedicated leader seeking to better humanity one person at a time."

— Dr. John Page

"Passionate about equipping and uplifting communities, as well as sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ."

— Dr. John Page

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Page

What is Rev. Dr. John Page's approach to bridging generational gaps in churches?

Dr. Page's D.Min. thesis, 'Uniting A Divided House,' provides a praxis for intergenerational ministry through discipleship. Drawing from his experience leading diverse congregations, he emphasizes shared Gospel mission over age divides, using mentorship programs like We Got Next to empower youth while honoring elders. This fosters unity, preventing fragmentation seen in many urban churches. His model integrates biblical teaching, practical workshops, and community service, proven in his pastoral roles at Mount Olive, Mount Moriah, and Shiloh Baptist Churches. [United Theological Seminary research](https://centralsquare.church/episode/homecoming-sunday-rev-dr-john-o-page-speaking-on-by-divine-grace-why-i-still-go-to-church-acts-242-47/).

How does Dr. Page incorporate financial stewardship into his ministry?

With prior role as Director of Finance at TABCOM, Dr. Page teaches financial literacy as integral to faith. He hosts conferences on budgeting, tithing, and economic empowerment, viewing fiscal health as enabling mission work. At Mount Olive, this supports global outreach without debt, blending Proverbs' wisdom with modern tools. His consulting via Visionary Leadership Collective aids non-profits in sustainable growth. [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-page-a119738).

What communities does Mount Olive Baptist Church under Dr. Page serve?

As a mid-size urban church in Hackensack, NJ, Mount Olive meets local/global needs via hands-on missions, spiritual programs, and civic engagement. Dr. Page's leadership expands food drives, youth education, and interfaith dialogues, building on the church's historic reputation. Focus areas: spiritual nourishment, family support, financial education. [Church site](https://mountolivebaptist.org).

What is Dr. Page's educational and professional background?

Dr. Page holds D.Min. (United Theological Seminary), M.Div./M.R.E. (Gordon-Conwell), and tech certs (Northeastern/Boston U.). Career: Pastorates at three churches, TABCOM finance director, board roles in Baptist conventions, Alpha Phi Alpha member. Installed Mount Olive pastor 2022. [Bio source](https://centralsquare.church/episode/homecoming-sunday-rev-dr-john-o-page-speaking-on-by-divine-grace-why-i-still-go-to-church-acts-242-47/).

Dr. John Page — Areas of Expertise

  • Intergenerational Discipleship
  • Church Leadership
  • Financial Stewardship in Ministry
  • Community Empowerment
  • Baptist Preaching
  • Youth Ministry
  • Pastor and spiritual leader; joining for Center Stage and Deep Dive; holiday nutrition episode on Veterans/Remembrance Day

Dr. John Page — Show Appearances

  • Mornings in the Lab (2025-04-09)

Dr. John Page — Signal Brief

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