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. She is the owner of Motivational Training Center and the Founder of Professional Speakers Network, Inc. Dr. Dupree is the first 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. She is the mother of two and the grandmother of eight. 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 3:19,20. |
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I have been very blessed to be the Shepherd of The United Christian Church of Christ, Inc. of Coconut Grove, FL, since the year 2000; 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 has 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. |