Background
Foulkes, John R. was born on July 27, 1938.
Foulkes, John R. was born on July 27, 1938.
Diploma, Moody Bible Institute, 1962. Associate of Arts in English Literature, Chicago City College, 1965. Bachelor of Science in Education, Chicago State University, 1967.
BTh, Clarksville School Theology, 1969. Master of Science in Education, Chicago State University, 1971. Doctor in Ministry, McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, 1976.
5th and 6th grade teacher Chicago Board Education, 1967-1971, staff assistant drop out prevention programs, 1971-1973, staff assistant program audit and proposal review, 1973-1978, administrator division program design services, 1959-1963. Associate pastor Berean Baptist Church, 1963-1965. Assistant pastor LeClair Bible Fellowship, 1965-1972.
Senior minister Parkway Garden Christian Church, Chicago, 1972-1980. Director special congressional services department evangelism and membership Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Division Homeland Ministry, Indianapolis, 1980-1986. Associate general minister, administrative secretary National Convocation Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), since 1986.
Married Marilyn Lauretta Foulkes. Children: John R. Junior, Sarita L. Williams, Michele L. Berry.