Thank you for visiting A & I Ministries. God created you to be healthy and happy. When life’s challenges come your way, happiness and peace seem to fly away. We want to empower you to conquer those things that rob you of happiness, health, and peace. A & I Ministries address issues that impact your everyday life that take a toll on your soul (your mind, will and emotions). God is concerned about EVERYTHING that concerns you, and so are we. If you desire to grow in the Word of God, want to be a better person, spouse, parent, employee or friend, and to live in freedom and victory connect with us. God will help you transcend life’s circumstances to live your best life. We will help you move forward.
Beloved I wish above all things, that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers. 3 John 2
Called to Serve!
Pastor Alfred and Dr. Irma Townsend
About Us
Alfred and Irma Townsend are excited to be partners in ministry and life. Family is most important to them and is evident by their devotion as loving spouses, parents, and grandparents.
Pastor Alfred Townsend
Pastor Alfred Townsend is a powerful teacher of God’s Word. He makes the Word plain and easy to understand. He is serious about making sure people understand all of their rights in Christ Jesus. He wants to make sure you are not denied or cheated out of what truly belongs to you. The apostolic call was recognized on Pastor Townsend’s life while he was faithfully serving many years on a ministerial staff. Wise, mature, stable, and strong are words used to describe him by one who worked with him in ministry for over 14 years. You can count on him to guard, guide, and protect God’s people. He takes God’s call on his life very seriously. As his smile is infectious, so is his ability to inspire others to hunger and thirst for more of God.
When Jesus launched His earthly ministry, He called on those who were busy working and who placed value on being reliable and a leader. Pastor Townsend is such a one having earned a Master of Science degree from Auburn University in Animal Sciences and is an honor graduate of Tuskegee Institute with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. He has published numerous articles in scientific journals. His career in Federal Service spans more than thirty-five years. He is the Facilitator of the Fatherhood Initiative. This Initiative aims to improve the well-being of children through promotion of responsible and involved fatherhood. Pastor Townsend’s passion is helping men become premier and Godly examples in their roles as husband, father, provider, protector, and priest in their homes.
Dr. Irma Townsend
Dr. Irma Townsend’s mission in life is seeing people set free by the power of God. She is plain spoken and makes the bible come alive. People cannot leave her presence without knowing that God wants them to be blessed, healed, prosperous, and victorious. Praise and worship are dear to her heart. She strives to help others understand that anointed music is a gateway into God’s presence, and once in His presence, all things pertaining to life and godliness are available.
She values education and training and sees both as avenues to assist people in overcoming barriers and becoming resilient. She holds a Doctor of Education degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from Auburn University as well as a Master of Education degree in School Counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech and English. She received certification in school administration from Troy University.
Her career in education spans more than 36 years. Currently she is an Assistant Superintendent and is also a retired Director of Human Resources. Dr. Townsend desires to effectively minister to the “whole” person whether the issues are spiritual, mental, or emotional. As a Stewards of Children Facilitator, she teaches adults in youth serving settings how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. As a Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitator, Dr. Townsend teaches parents, church leaders, and any adult how to help an adolescent who is experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or who is crisis. Times have changed and so must our tactics to protect children and families.