Today we’d like to introduce you to Solomon Buckley.
Hi Solomon, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Thank you for the opportunity to share my story with you today!
My name is Solomon Buckley. I live in Kansas City, Missouri. I was born in Kansas City, Kansas, which is basically the twin city of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. But I was raised and reside in Kansas City, Missouri.
I wear many hats in the world – I am a spiritual leader (minister/worship leader/ mentor) and work full time as an early childhood educator
I have been an Early Childhood Educator since 2004 and have worked in the Head Start Movement since 2006. I am the director / spiritual leader of a growing network of relational leaders named Fresh Wind International Missions Base Inc. I graduated in 2017 from Wagner Leadership Institute with a Bachelor of Practical Ministry. The formation of Fresh Wind International MIssions Base Inc. was basically birthed from me being on staff / assistant pastor of a local Interdenominational Church. During that time I established a small prayer room known as Transformation Prayer Ground with an expression of worship and prayer combined together. During my leadership of the Transformation Prayer Group it became increasingly aware to me that God was calling me beyond my city.
So with the blessing of my pastor at that time. I began to launch Fresh Wind International Missions Base Inc. and we held our first Ministry Training Conference in 2010. During that gathering we had many different cultural expressions helping led us into worship / training.
Today I still lead Fresh Wind International Missions Base Inc.
In addition to that I have made some historic marks in society being the first african american to be ordained pastor / traveling evangelist out of my home church (River Church Family- Raytown, MIssouri). Apart from my own ministry I sit on the Board of Director / Adjunct Teaching Team Member @ Rock of Salvation Church. Which is a small relational based non-denominational christian based congregation led by Bishop Billy Buckley (my father who has been in public preaching ministry since he was 12 years old preached.) He has been a great influence on my life and ministry. He is a guitar musician and singer.
He has played for some notable and historic groups in the Kansas City Missouri area such as Dr. Alma Whitney and The Whitney Singers, Rev. Willie Hooker and Faith and others.
I am also a singer as well – And have led worship in various churches and ministries.
My personal journey that brings me to where I am today. I grew up in a christian home with two ministry minded parents both preachers, singers and church planters. So you could imagine how my worldview has been shaped by my humble beginnings. My journey going up was our family served together doing ministry locally and regional travel to sing and conduct revival and etc.
I never fully imagined myself walking fully in ministry like I’m doing today. But I’m thankful for me fully accepting the call of Jesus upon my life.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
No, my life hasn’t been easy with losing my biological mother at the age of 12 years. But also, my birth wasn’t easy either, being born premature (1 pound and 4 ounces). But thankfully, the only issues I have from my birth is a major hearing loss. But as far as being able to talk and consult with others, I hear on a grand level.Another area has been building an organization from scratch and having many not fully support in the beginning. But today I can truly say that picture is very different. Im so thankful for my family especially my late mother Minister Ella Mae Buckley who taught me many things along with my father Pastor Billy Buckley. My father living and very active in ministry today and sits on the Board of Directors for Fresh Wind International Missions Base Inc. And leads a radio program every Saturday known as the Rock of Salvation Church Broadcast with Pastor Billy Buckley. This broadcast features ministers and ministries from Kansas City and beyond. I serve as the Cohost along with my father in this broadcast.
I have ministered to thousands in various churches, conferences and gatherings.
I’m grateful for the impact my life is having on many.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Fresh Wind International Missions Base?
At Fresh Wind International Missions Base Inc., we offer spiritual services such as prayer/ prophetic ministry, bible study, ministerial network, coaching. We have a weekly podcast named the Solomon Show (https://anchor.fm/solomon-
We all have a different way of looking at and defining success. How do you define success?
Solomon defines success as never stopping with what God has told you to do. You must have bumps on your journey. But having faith is a strong place to live in, but there isn’t success without strong mentors in your life. Some of my mentors are Dr. Antoine Roston Sr., Linda Heidler from Glory of Zion International Ministries Inc., Dr. Fumi Stephanie Hancock, Bishop Billy Buckley (my father), Bishop Judy Warren (Immanuate Temple of God- Sacramento California), Pastor Bob Hensel, Pastor Timmy Hensel (River Church Family – Raytown, Missouri).
Today thru the many mentors that have impacted my life!!!
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