About Jabez Ministries
Our Story
In 2022, Pastor Tony Lowden founded Jabez Ministries as an online ministry with the vision of breaking down barriers that prevent God’s children from worshiping, while providing an experience that feels as close as possible to in-person worship. Pastor Lowden revitalized online worship to bring people virtually into the House of the Lord. Reaching communities nationwide, Jabez Ministries allows individuals to come together face-to-face, free from distractions, whether they are at home, in their prayer closet, or even on vacation. Everyone is welcome to join in the Word with Jabez Ministries.
Our Mission
Inspire individuals to seek God’s blessings and guidance through the Jabez Prayer. Rooted in 1 Chronicles 4:10, we encourage spiritual growth, prayer, and faith, believing in God’s power to bless, expand influence, and protect. We are committed to uplifting communities and spreading hope through compassion and faith.
Our Vision
Empower individuals and communities to experience transformation through prayer, receiving God’s blessings, expanded influence, and divine protection. We strive to create a world where faith and compassion lead every action, guiding people to fulfill God’s purpose, embrace His grace, and share His love with others.
Our Pastors
TONY LOWDEN
Pastor Tony Lowden is the Lead Pastor and Founder of Jabez Ministries. He previously served as Pastor of Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, GA, where former President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was a member. He is a chaplain for the Secret Service in Southwest Georgia and was appointed in 2020 by the White House as Executive Director of the Federal Interagency Council on Crime Prevention and Improving Reentry. Pastor Lowden has held various leadership roles, including Director of Faith and Justice Initiative for Georgia’s Governor’s Office and founder of STONE Academy for at-risk children. He and his wife, G Pilar Lowden, have one daughter.
DEXTER MAXWELL SR.
Pastor Dexter Maxwell, Sr., born in Bronx, NY, and raised in Macon, GA, was baptized at St. James C.O.G.I.C. and began his biblical education there, later attending Moody Bible College. After rededicating his life to God in 1994, he was ordained as a minister at Bethel Temple Full Gospel Church in 2002. In 2005, Pastor Maxwell co-led a revival and became the pastor of Heritage at Houston UMC, where his vision, “Free from the Inside Out,” inspired by Zephaniah 3:15, guides his ministry. Devoted to outreach, he leads a faithful team, focusing on ministering to the unchurched and helping others live a Godly life. He has two decades of experience in preaching, teaching, and counseling.