James P. Broughton, III
Dr. James Broughton has faithfully served as the Senior Pastor of Damascus International Fellowship (Formally Damascus Missionary Baptist Church) for a remarkable eighteen years. His theological journey began at Jessup College (San Jose, CA.), where he earned a B.S. degree in Christian Leadership and Theology in 2002. He furthered his studies at Fuller Theological Seminary Northwest, graduating with a Th.M. in Biblical Studies in 2005, and a Doctor of Transformational Leadership (DTL) from Bakke Graduate University in 2024.
Dr. Broughton's leadership extends beyond the walls of the church. He serves on the board of the Nehemiah Initiative Seattle, a faith-based community development initiative that addresses the displacement of Black churches and Black families from urban areas in Seattle and Puget Sound. His former tenures include: President of United Black Christian Clergy of Washington (UBCCW), Dean of Congress, North Pacific Baptist Convention Washington State; Board of Trustees CRISTA Ministries; and served as the 1st Vice President of the North Pacific Baptist Convention (2006 – 2014). He continues to serve as the President of the Damascus Family Resource Center (DFRC) (2015 – Present).
Dr. Broughton's leadership extends beyond the walls of the church. He serves on the board of the Nehemiah Initiative Seattle, a faith-based community development initiative that addresses the displacement of Black churches and Black families from urban areas in Seattle and Puget Sound. His former tenures include: President of United Black Christian Clergy of Washington (UBCCW), Dean of Congress, North Pacific Baptist Convention Washington State; Board of Trustees CRISTA Ministries; and served as the 1st Vice President of the North Pacific Baptist Convention (2006 – 2014). He continues to serve as the President of the Damascus Family Resource Center (DFRC) (2015 – Present).
Pastor's vision...
The burden of Dr. Broughton’s heart is to inspire and develop transformational leaders who compassionately disciple others. Reverend Dr. Broughton believes in the missional imperative of leadership development that organizes and empowers individuals and organizations to elevate their character, competence, and commitment according to 2 Timothy 2:2.
Pastor's Family...
Dr. Broughton is happily married to Tammi Michelle Tucker-Broughton. Together, they have a daughter: Anaiah Danielle. Pastor Broughton has two daughters, Dominique and Cymone, and four grandchildren, Cameron, Casiah, Courage, and Zuri.
