Bishop Marc D. Talbert, Sr.
Bishop Marc D. Talbert, Ph.D. is a 21st-century leader, visionary, author, and educator with a passion for transforming lives through God’s Word and the work of ministry. His journey through trials has deepened his faith and fueled his devotion to God in prayer and worship.
Bishop Talbert serves as Senior Pastor of The Life Church in District Heights, Maryland, and as Presiding Bishop of Mount Calvary Holy Church of America, Inc. He is also an adjunct professor and doctoral advisor at Lancaster Bible College, specializing in organizational leadership and ministry development.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from Frostburg State University, a Master of Theological Studies from National Bible College and Seminary, and both a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies and a Ph.D. in Leadership from Lancaster Bible College. He is also the author of Disruptive Faith: Navigating the Intersection of Faith and Familiarity, a book that compels believers to move beyond comfort zones and step into God’s greater purpose.
His greatest joy is not found in titles or positions but in sharing life and ministry with his wife, First Lady LaShanda Talbert, and their children Ragan, Mikalah, Joshua, and bonus daughter Ariel, while cherishing the memory of their son, Marc Jr. He lives with unwavering confidence that God’s mercies are new every morning and His faithfulness never fails.
Co-Pastor LaShanda Talbert
Co-Pastor LaShanda Talbert, also known as Co-Pastor Shanda, is a native of Washington, D.C.
and a dedicated woman of faith, family, and ministry. She serves alongside her husband, Bishop Marc D. Talbert, at The Life Church in District Heights, Maryland. Additionally, she has the
privilege of serving as the International First Lady of the Mount Calvary Holy Church of
America Inc., which is represented across 17 states and 12 countries.
Co-Pastor Shanda holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and biblical studies from Lancaster Bible College. She is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University.
Co-Pastor Shanda is passionate about ministering to young women who are broken, hurting, and struggling with self-esteem issues. She strives to help them find comfort, healing, and
deliverance by recognizing their self-worth, value, and purpose in life. Known for her counseling and mentorship, she is a sought-after advisor to many young women.
In addition to her ministry work, Co-Pastor Shanda is active in the marketplace as the owner of FIT4LYFE Studio, LLC, in Fort Washington, Maryland. She motivates her clients to “Live Your
Fitness Every Day”, believing in the importance of pursuing a healthy lifestyle—spiritually,
mentally, and physically.
She and Bishop Talbert have four children: Marc Jr. (deceased), Ragan, Mikalah, Joshua and one bonus daughter, Ariel. Co-Pastor Shanda lives by the scripture in Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”