Reverend Kendrick Allen was born in Jackson, Mississippi and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  

He received his Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.  He also received his Master of Divinity from Central Baptist Theological Seminary. 

Reverend Allen has been a member of Pilgrim Rest for over 23 years. He currently serves as the Pastor to the Outreach Ministries.  

Reverend Allen teaches 4th Grade at New Testament Christian Academy.  

Reverend Allen is married to Tunicha Briggs-Allen and is father to Kennedy and Myles Allen.

Reverend Allen's favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the thoughts (plans) that I think (have) toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and hope."

Reverend Allen also believes, “Never let anyone tell you what you can, and what you can’t do. Never let this world and all of its obstacles and turmoil tear you down, as there is always hope in the Lord; God has great things in store for us, and a plan for our lives if we follow Him.”
