Reverend Devron R. McCleod is a devoted servant of God who earnestly seeks after God’s own heart.

 

In November 2025, Reverend McCleod was elected as the esteemed Pastor-Elect of Unity Baptist Church in Elkridge, Maryland, marking a significant chapter in his service to the Kingdom and church community.

 

Reverend McCleod faithfully served as an Associate Minister at New Psalmist Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland, under the leadership of Reverend Dr. Walter Scott Thomas, Jr. During his time there, he served as the Pastor’s Head Adjutant and as the ministerial liaison on the Baptism Leadership Team. He also co-led the Village Ministry, which serves adults ages 40 to 59. His commitment to ministry is further reflected in more than ten years of service as a youth advisor, including his role as a facilitator in the Youth Discipleship Ministry. During his tenure, he helped establish “Youth Church”, a monthly worship service dedicated to fostering spiritual growth while providing a platform for youth to express their gifts and talents. He also served on the Men’s Ministry Committee and taught in small groups ranging from children to senior adults, including sessions on the ordinances of the Baptist Church.

 

From 2022-2023, Reverend McCleod served as the Executive Assistant Intern to the then Senior Pastor, Reverend Myeskia Coger, at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, he supported the pastor through teaching Bible study, preaching, and assisting in various pastoral responsibilities.

 

Earlier in his ministry, Reverend McCleod served as a member of the Ministers’ Steering Committee for the Associate Ministers Conference in Atlanta, Georgia (2012–2013), hosted by Bishop Walter S. Thomas, Sr., where he helped organize and develop programming for fellow clergy.

 

Reverend McCleod has also maintained a longstanding career in public service, having been gainfully employed with the Federal Government for over 20 years.

 

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Studies from Towson University and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the Ecumenical Institute at St. Mary’s Seminary & University. He recently completed a certificate in Transformational Urban Leadership Development – Hope for the City, Developing 21st century leaders for the city, in collaboration with the City Seminary of New York.

 

Reverend McCleod has been the proud husband of Minister India McCleod since 2003, and together, they are the loving parents of Chloe and Isabella.