Apostle Keith Richard

Lead Pastor

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Women Who Elevate
Grace Works Project Director

Dr. Keith Richard is a gifted communicator and speaker who skillfully flows in imparting truth with an impact that touches the heart, ministers life and inspires people to do and be more than they believe is possible. He has the ability to speak to generations with power and anointing, transforming the atmosphere of wherever he ministers.

He is the lead pastor of Elevate Church. The founder of Kingdom Hour Radio Broadcast, Church on the Levee-Homeless Outreach ministry, K.A.L.A. (Kingdom Ambassadors Leadership Academy)& Elevate Church. With years of successful outreach ministry and church planting experience, he is a man of vision and faith and is committed to helping people understand their God given purpose in life.  His empowering messages coupled with his disarming humor, opens eyes to the truth of God’s Word, sharing the Word of God in a very practical way.

His accomplishments to name a few: Doctoral in Biblical Psychology, Recipient of the WAFB "Hand it On" award, MLK Award recipient, Recognized by the, 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Recognized by the Baton Rouge Metro Council, Honored by the Governor’s and Mayor's Office

Married to Tanesha C. Richard and is blessed to parent three of the most amazing children: Melik, Micah and Mason.

Mission & Vision

Go therefore and make disciples...

The Mission of Elevate Church of Baton Rouge is the same mission Jesus gave his followers: Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. 
The Vision of Elevate Church of Baton Rouge is create a community of authentic believers and to witness a city transformed by the life changing reality of the gospel, as people come to know Jesus as their lord and savior. 

Our Servant Leaders

Adam Johnson

Executive Pastor

Tiffany Mellieon

Associate Pastor

Tramaine & Danielle Stephens

Youth Pastors

Sharon Anderson

Children's Ministry Director

Gabby Honore

Children's Ministry Assistant

Christian Smith

Executive Assistant

T.J. Frisby

Worship Pastor

Dr. Eva Labouf

Business Director

Malaiika Menina

Outreach Director

Nicholas Menina

Media Director