"These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that
they received the word with all readiness of mind, and
searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so."
Acts:17:11




Berean Light Ministries was founded in August 2006 in Emporia, Virginia by Dr. Doretha D. and Elder Charlie E. Allen.  After months of prayer and seeking God’s face for direction they received the unctioning of the Lord to proceed with ministry.  The desire to fulfill God’s will for their lives and make their “calling and election sure” became the catalyst that propelled BLM into next level ministry. 

The careers of Dr. Doretha D. and Elder Charlie E. Allen as spirit-filled followers of Christ and Church leaders are extensive-covering a combined span of approximately seventy years.  They are a seasoned team that brings with them into the ministry, the knowledge and experience that makes them a sought after and valuable asset to the Body of Christ. The longevity of their individual and combined Christian tours have prepared them for effective ministry in the areas of five –fold ministry leadership, lay ministry and mentoring. Having accepted Christ while yet in their teens, this husband and wife team has literally grown up in Christ. Together, they possess a unique bond.  Both of them were birthed out by the same hand of leadership, received spiritual tutoring from the same leader, and the spirit of endurance and perseverance which adds flavor to the Body of Christ. They are the founders of Berean Light Ministries.

They are available for:  Conferences, revivals, seminars, workshops and other special services. For Prayer (434) 348-3704



Elder Charlie E. Allen was born the seventh child of eight siblings on February 1, 1952. He grew up in Emporia, Virginia and received his education in the Greensville County Public Schools. He received his ministerial training while under the mentoring of Bishop R.L. Saunders - WCChurches of the Apostolic Faith Inc. of Williamsburg, Virginia, Bishop H.J. Jackson - Greater Emmanuel Temple of Norfolk, Virginia, and Dr. Martha S. Parker, Bishop of the Way of the Cross Churches of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. He has been instrumental in the saving of hundreds of souls as he worked at his Pastor's elbow in healing and deliverance revivals throughout Virginia and North Carolina. Elder Allen preaches under a powerful evangelistic anointing. Saved at the age of seventeen, he has witnessed the redemptive power of God at work for thirty seven years.
Pastor Doretha D. Allen is a resident of Emporia, Virginia. She and her husband, of 36 years, Charlie Allen has three sons: Sheldon Earl, Charles Bernard, and Andrew Kirkland Allen.

She received Christ at the age of 18 and has been saved fpr the past 36 years. She received her spiriual tutoring and training under the leadership of Dr. Martha S. Parker, Bishop of the Way of the Cross Churches of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. Dr. Parker seeing the qualities of leadership in her entrusted her with a number of responsibilites at The Way of the Cross Church including, Overseer, Elder, Adult Sunday School Teacher, Worship and Praise Leader, Bible Class Instructor, Senior Director of the Choir and Conference Secretary.

She is an experienced revivalist, conference coordinator and speaker, and workshop facilitator. As an intercessor and visionary, she was instrumental in the origin of The Way of the Cross Sister-to-Sister Ministry which, in turn, has given birth to The Women's Fellowship Encounter which is held annually and continues to grow in attendance from year to year. In addition, she birthed out the intercessory prayer group, "Anna's Heart", and the Praise & Worship Team, "Inner Court".

Anointed to preach, Dr. Allen recognizes her three gifts: Pastor, Teacher, and Psalmist.

She pursued formal religious training at the Interdenominational Bible Institute and Spirit of Truth Bible Institue where she received her Masters Degree in Religious Education and her Doctor of Divinity Degree respectively.

She lives by a favorite saying which comes from the ministry of Dr. Martha S. Parker: "All you need to do is furnish God a Life".

Dr. Allen is the pastor of Berean Light Ministries and the founder of Berean Light Bible Institute located in Emporia.
Berean Light Ministries
Charles BernardAndrew KirklandSheldon Earl
Certificates:

Studies in the Bible
&
Getting to Know Jesus
Degrees:

Doctor of Divinity
Master of Religious Education
Bachelor of Religious Education