Jeffrey A. Johnson II

Pastor Bio

Dynamic Communicator and Visionary Leader

Pastor Jeffrey A. Johnson II, affectionately known as Pastor Jay, is a dynamic communicator and visionary leader passionate about changing the world through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He currently serves as the Lead Pastor of Eastern Star Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. A gifted preacher and teacher, Pastor Jay earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Paine College and a Master of Divinity in Hermeneutics from the Morehouse School of Religion at the Interdenominational Theological Center.

Before becoming Lead Pastor, he served as Associate Pastor of Preaching and Teaching at Eastern Star Church, providing spiritual leadership across campuses and generations. He has preached nationally and serves as a workshop presenter and advisory team member for the IC3 Issachar Church Conference. He is also the author of A Story to Tell: A 40-Day Focus on Your Walk With God.

Pastor Jay is joyfully married to Janelle Rae, and together they have three sons: Dylan Kyle, Jeffrey Allen III, and Jeremiah August Raymond.