Reverend Julius Smith has served as an urban Pastor for several decades in the City of Chicago, Pastoring African American and cross-cultural congregations. He has been involved in social justice issues throughout his life. He's developed shelters for homeless individuals and families on the west and north sides of Chicago. His experiences also include the Founding and CEO of a nationally accredited Child Welfare agency. Reverend Smith is a graduate of Morehouse College, Gammon Theological Seminary and The Interdenominational Theological Center, Atlanta, Georgia. He is a devoted husband and father.