Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated leaders who serve and guide the Solid Rock Open Door Ministry family.
Bishop Dr. Garnet Walters
Senior Pastor
Bishop Dr. Garnet Walters is the Founder and Overseer of Solid Rock Open Door Ministries. He possesses an unwavering love for God and a deep passion for ministry. Bishop Walters believes he was called by God from the tender age of four years old, when he first began sensing God's divine purpose upon his life.
Born and raised in Jamaica, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at the age of sixteen. From that moment, he became increasingly aware of God's calling and committed himself wholeheartedly to the work of the Kingdom. Despite the various challenges and paths life presented, Bishop Walters remained steadfast in his faith and dedication to God.
An anointed and appointed preacher and teacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Bishop Walters exemplifies the character of a sincere and faithful servant of God. He is widely recognized for his prophetic gifting, often speaking words of encouragement, direction, and revelation into the lives of others as God leads. Through the operation of the gift of prophecy and the word of knowledge, he has been a vessel of spiritual guidance and transformation for many.
Bishop Walters is a devoted man of prayer who carries a genuine spirit of humility, compassion, and integrity. His life reflects the love of Christ, and he remains faithful to the mandate God has entrusted to him. Committed to teaching the uncompromising truth of God's Word, he is passionate about equipping believers, strengthening the body of Christ, and winning souls for the Kingdom of God.
His ministry is marked by faithfulness, servanthood, and a relentless commitment to seeing lives transformed through the power of Jesus Christ.
Minister Dionne Walters
Minister
Minister Dionne Walters was born and raised in the beautiful island of Jamaica, in the parish of Westmoreland. In 2014, she migrated to the United States and now resides in Concord, North Carolina. She is a Registered Nurse by profession, an ordained minister, the devoted wife of Bishop Dr. Garnet Walters—whom she affectionately describes as her “rock”—and the proud mother of one beautiful daughter, Tomoia Dunn, whom she lovingly refers to as “her heart in human form.”
As one of the founding members of Solid Rock Open Door Ministries, Minister Dionne has faithfully served in various administrative capacities. She has played an active role in planning and coordinating ministry activities while providing steadfast support to her husband and the overall vision of the ministry.
Minister Dionne was raised in a humble Christian home. Her mother, an Evangelist and Prophetess in the New Testament Church of God in Jamaica, instilled in her and her siblings the importance of building a strong relationship with God. The values of faith, discipline, and devotion learned during her upbringing have remained with her throughout her life. As she matured, her love for God deepened, and she became firmly grounded in her faith through the many ways she witnessed God's hand at work in her life.
From an early age, Minister Dionne recognized that God had a calling, purpose, and divine plan for her life. Her passion for ministry and the work of the Kingdom continued to grow, inspiring her to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In 2013, she answered God's call to faith, and in 2016, she embraced His call to ministry.
Known for her intuition, discernment, and compassionate spirit, Minister Dionne is a people-oriented individual who demonstrates genuine love and kindness to everyone she encounters. She is gifted in writing and enjoys composing poems and songs. She also has a passion for decorating and creating beautiful spaces.
Minister Dionne is vibrant and joyful, with a contagious love for laughter and an appreciation for life's simple blessings. She firmly believes that gratitude should be a daily practice and a way of life.
Her personal mantra is: “I am strong, capable, and confident—gifted for greatness.”
This declaration is deeply rooted in Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”