WHat is a Maroon House ?
A Maroon House is where Kingdom leaders catalyze their calling.
The Maroons are the historic people who broke free from the bonds of slavery and were never recaptured. They were able to thrive while in exile from their homeland. Inspired by the resilience and passions of the Maroon people,
The Maroon House is a community designed to help black and brown kingdom leaders realize their calling, clarify their vision, and unleash their leadership for the good of their community and city.
We specialize in empowering church leaders to discern their lane in ministry, receive contextual coaching, and experience authentic community among kingdom leaders.
No one should be restrained in their church planting journey.
Our Hope for Maroon Leaders
Courage
Igniting the fearless spirit within planters and pastors to boldly embrace who they are and blaze new trails for positive change.
Clarity
Providing clarity of purpose, vision, and mission to empower leaders in making meaningful and intentional decisions.
Connection
Fostering authentic connections and communities that banish isolation, creating a network of support and collaboration among leaders.
Meet the Team
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CHARLIE MITCHELL
FOUNDER
Charlie gives vision and oversight to the mission of Maroon House. His passion is investing deeply and personally in the lives of leaders, church planters, and the organizations they lead. Charlie has been a trusted friend, guide, and mentor to church planters, non-profit leaders, and C-suite executives for decades. He is also a highly requested communicator and facilitator (executive leadership teams, retreats, etc.). He has an MAM in Church Planting, from Capital Seminary.
Charlie’s experience in planting is what led him to start Maroon House. Married to Erin for 19 years, Charlie is the father of 3 children. Home for Charlie and his family is currently in Baltimore, MD.
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R. DERRICK PARKS
MAROON DIRECTOR
Derrick has served the local church for more than two decades. Presently, he serves as the Senior Pastor and Founder of Epiphany Church in Wilmington, DE. Prior to his pastoral appointment, Derrick earned his degree in Christian Counseling at Philadelphia Biblical University and has been a certified counselor for many years, with thousands of hours of experience in individual, group, and marital counseling. Additionally, he has held leadership positions in various church planting networks and has used his coaching and assessment skills to assist church planters.
Derrick has a passion for helping pastors thrive in their calling as shepherds by helping them manage the complexities of planting and pastoring in contemporary culture. He is uniquely gifted at building community and building bridges in the community so the church leaves an indelible mark in the city.
Derrick has been married to Atyia for 15 years, and they have raised 3 beautiful children.
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David Rosa Jr
MAROON DIRECTOR
For the past ten years Pastor D has been engaged in urban missions throughout the South Florida area —including work with illegal immigrant children & youth, Miami’s homeless population, people wrestling with addiction, at-risk youth, and more. After completing a dual church planting residency with Spanish River Church in Boca Raton, FL and Epiphany Camden in New Jersey pastor D launched Cruciform Church. Cruciform is a justice oriented, gospel centered, missional church seeking to “see the streets restored with wisdom, unity, and justice as our neighbors embrace and grow in worship of Christ.”
Most recently, Pastor David has served on the City of Hollywood’s African American Advisory Council for the past five years.
Pastor David also launched his company, On-Demand Chaplaincy & Performance Solutions, this year where they provide companies, small and large, with on-demand chaplaincy, conflict management, diversity training, and performance solutions so that they can function at optimal performance.