About Us

Pastor J.B. and Susan Whitfield answered the call to start Agape Faith Church (AFC) in Clemmons, NC on March 7, 1982. Through the years of ministry, God has truly blessed AFC and its vision to be a church "overflowing with love, strengthening the family, bettering the community, and affecting the world, where every member is a minister."

Pastor JB Whitfield

Pastor Whitfield is a man who ministers the uncompromising Word of God with boldness and enthusiasm. His love for people and God is evident in each dynamic message he preaches. Knowing where he was before Jesus came into his life, Pastor Whitfield ministers with joy, authority and experience on how the Word of God will change your life forever!
Today AFC is a diverse, growing and vibrant congregation of believers endeavoring to serve God and serve others in the Clemmons area.
Pastor Whitfield is the Founder of International Covenant Connections Fellowship (ICCF), a ministerial organization which focuses on leadership training for the five-fold public ministry as well as business leaders and entrepreneurs. He is the President and Founder of Impact University, a teaching and practical training Bible College headquartered in Clemmons, NC offering numerous degrees including pastoral, counseling and theology. He is the Founder of the Dream Center of Forsyth County which includes a substantial food pantry, clothing boutique and other assistance for those in need. He is the North Carolina State Director for Christians United for Israel, a pro-Israel organization with over 2 million members.
Pastor Whitfield serves as a Board Member for numerous ministries and churches throughout the United States, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean.
He has authored several books including: A Daily Dose of Joy, This Joy That I Have, Salvation More Than Heaven, S.O.S. A Simple Outline for Soul Winning, and What To Do When Things Go From Bad to Worse. Small Group DVD curricula include: The Force of Joy, The Prevailing Principles of Prayer and The Olive and The Press.
Pastor Whitfield holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion with a minor in Psychology, as well as a Master of Theology degree. He also has a Doctorate of Pastoral Ministry from Impact University.

Pastor Susan Whitfield

Susan Whitfield has dedicated her life to prayer. Her lifestyle of prayer has positioned her to be used by God to impart into others this powerful gift. As Prayer Coordinator, she oversees all of the prayer groups at AFC. Susan teaches Prayer School, not only at AFC but also to other ministries and churches in the United States, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean, where she is very active in assisting in the establishment of consistent prayer ministries. Susan is the North Carolina State Director for Daughters for Zion, the prayer support arm for the organization Christians United For Israel.

For 40+ years, Pastor J.B. and Susan Whitfield have been willing and able servants of God who have not only inspired multitudes to come to Christ, but also have continued to lead, teach and assist ministers to be the person God created them to be.

Pastor Murray Kartanson has a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from N.C. State University, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology from Life Christian University, and a Masters of Theology degree from Impact University. Formerly the Vice President of a $1 Billion Construction Products Company and the President of a Division of a Heavy Highway Construction Company, Pastor Murray has over 35 years of business experience in leveraging and leading teams to record earnings, as well as positively influencing the individual's growth and success. He serves on the Board of Directors of several churches, non-profit organizations, and businesses.

Pastor Murray is a certified John Maxwell Coach, Trainer and Speaker, and DISC Consultant. He also teaches church administration, church finances, several Bible classes and Master's Thesis Prep at Impact University. He is a Congressional Liaison for Christians United for Israel. His responsibilities at AFC include financial oversight, human resources, security, information technology, facilities and custodial services, as well as overseeing the church's Ministry of Helps and Agape Men's Ministry. He and his wife Sue, a former registered nurse, have four children and currently seven grandchildren. They spend their free time with family and traveling together around the world, serving the Lord.

Pastor Barr began attending Agape Faith Church in 1996 after meeting his wife, Marilyn, who had been a member since 1985. They were married at the church in 1997. Pastor Barr feels as though the most courageous time in his life was running and serving on the school board here in Winston-Salem from 2014-2018. The position stretched him in many ways and he felt honored to serve our community. The couple both enjoy music and Pastor Barr likes to brag that he is able to play Country Roads on guitar.

Pastor Michael and Pastor Belinda both began attending Agape Faith Church in 2000. They have two adult children, Grant and Courtney. They love vacationing in the mountains and in small European towns. As our resident adventure seekers, they have both climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro. Pastor Michael has driven NASCAR and Indy cars at over 150 MPH, and Pastor Belinda has competed in, and won, a Pepper eating contest.

Pastor Chris and Kristy have been attending Agape Faith Church since the very first Sunday in 1982. Together, they have two lovely daughters and four grandchildren. On days off, they enjoy exploring our city for good food and coffee. Pastor Chris not only served our country as a Marine, but has also started several successful businesses. His only regret is that he never made it into the NBA.

Pastor Dallas has been attending Agape Faith Church since 1997 and was ordained as a pastor in 2017. He’s been a part of AFC for so long that Pastor Whitfield likes to joke that he was basically born in the church lobby. He and his wife, Mary, have two sons, August and Luca. Pastor Dallas and Mary enjoy family vacations to Disney World. A quote Pastor Dallas lives by: “Those who love cookies love life” – Otis Spunkmeyer.

Pastor Dossie and Gladys began attending Agape Faith Church in 2000 and Pastor Dossie came on staff as our Connections/ Life Groups pastor in 2020. Pastor Dossie Worked for over 35 years in education as a teacher, coach and administrator.

Together, Dossie and Gladys have two children, Joshua and Jodi. They enjoy riding bicycles together and their favorite places to ride are Hilton Head Island, The Creeper Trail in VA, and Bur-Mil park. Pastor Dossie’s favorite authors are Patrick Lencioni and John Grisham. 

Pastor David and Talitha began attending AFC in 2005. They have four children, ten grandchildren, and one great grandchild. David traveled to Israel alone to train with an Israeli anti terrorist unit and is a skilled Krav Maga practitioner. David and Talitha enjoy vacationing in the beach and mountains and visiting Blowing Rock on days off.

Healing Clinic takes place on Thursdays at 7pm in room 206.