About Us
Bishop Dr. Marthenia ‘Tina’ Dupree, Pastor
United Christian Church of Christ, Inc. of Coconut Grove, FL
Bishop Dr. Marthenia ‘Tina’ Dupree is making a difference throughout the United States and Internationally in both the
Christian and business communities. She is highly sought after to speak throughout the world.
After delivering a message at a Church in Delray Beach, Fl, she realized her call into ministry. She began her studies at
Moody Bible Institute and The International Seminary in the area of Biblical Studies. She transferred her studies to
Trinity International University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources and a
minor in Biblical Studies. She continued her education and graduated from Jacksonville Theological Seminary with a
Master of Science degree in Theology, and later she earned a Doctorate Degree in Christian Education
In 1984 she was ordained as a Minister in the United Christian Church of Christ, Inc. of Coconut Grove, FL. Five years
later, her father, Bishop Irvin Dingle, Jr, appointed her as the Church’s Pastor. This is the Church where she has been a
member since she was a small child.
In 2005, she was Consecrated as Bishop of the United Christian Churches of Christ, Inc.
God has greatly blessed her in many areas. Dr. Dupree has been featured in numerous newspapers, magazines, and
other publications. She is currently the host of a cable television program called Speak for Success, and a co-hosts for
a local radio talk show in the City of Miami, The Truth of the Matter. She is a published author of four books.
In the business community, Dr. Dupree is widely recognized and has received numerous awards for her outstanding
community service. She was extended a special invitation to the White House to meet with President George W. Bush
for a discussion on reforming education. Dr. Dupree teaches Public Speaking classes as an Adjunct Professor at
Florida Memorial University and Miami Dade College.
She is the owner of Motivational Training Center LLC and the Founder of Professional Speakers Network, Inc. Dr.
Dupree is the first and only African American to serve as President of Florida Speakers Association and as Liaison to
the National Speakers Association representing the Florida Chapters.
She is lovingly known as “The Chicken Lady” because of a 12-year business relationship as a Spokesperson for the
2nd largest Chicken Restaurant Chain in the world.
Dr. M. Tina Dupree has spoken to thousands of people inspiring them to succeed in life, live their dreams, and be all
that God has designed them to become by helping them to find purpose and to reach God given potential. For more
information on this www.thechickenlady.com; www.tinadupree.com, www.motivationaltrainingcenter.com, and www.
prospeakersnetwork.com
She is the mother of two, the grandmother of eight, and great-grandmother of two. When asked what are the most
important things to her, she responds, “Truth, honesty, family, and most of all God.
Her favorite scripture is Ephesians 3:20.
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I have been very blessed to be the Pastor of the UCCOC in Coconut Grove
(Miami),Florida since the year 1990; and a member of our Church since the day
the Church started in 1952 by Bishop Claude Mincey. Growing up in a church where
my father, Bishop irvin Dingle, Jr., was always my Pastor taught me how to lean and
depend on Jesus. I watched as my daddy was never discouraged, disappointed, or
wanted to give up. His example and the leading of the Holy Sprit have helped me to
lead God's people.
It is not an easy assignment to lead people, but with the help of the Lord, it has been
my greatest joy.
Bishop Dr. M. Tina Dupree
| Our Church was established in 1952 in the home of Bishop Claude and Mary Mincey in the home pictured. |
