Our Co-Founder

Clara L. Brown (formerly Clara Parrish) is a native of Jacksonville, North Carolina. She is called of God to minister salvation, healing and restoration to the lost and hurting people of the world.

Her passion for souls coupled with an intense prayer and Word life has been a key factor in the continued success of Agape Fellowship, where Clara assists her husband Richard.

Clara is widely recognized for her "straight forward" approach to ministry coupled with a strong prophetic anointing and keen discernment in the Spirit. She possesses a vibrant, outgoing personality, but above all she is known for her love for her Savior, Jesus Christ. Clara genuinely loves people and has a passion for witnessing and evangelism.

Clara is Co-Founder and Vice President of Agape Fellowship Ministries International, Inc.

Clara is ordained as an Evangelist under the auspices of Bishop Virgil D. Patterson, Sr. Crusade Christian Faith Center, Los Angeles, California.

Clara is a church and conference speaker, speaking to churches and women's groups throughout the USA and Asia.

Together, Richard and Clara are making an impact for the kingdom of God in the nations of the earth.

Clara and Richard have been married for more than 31 years and are the parents of 2 daughters, DeDe and Candace, Son-in-laws, Robert Dotson and Thomas Johnson and grandchildren Dorien, David and Braxton.