Meet the Minister

Reverend Marilyn Jackson

Marilyn Jackson

Reverend Marilyn Jackson is a New Thought Minister, ordained in 1995 in the teachings of Science of Mind. Since 2011, she has served as the Spiritual Leader of Unity of Brooklyn, where her compassionate guidance and inclusive ministry continue to inspire spiritual growth and community connection. Prior to her current role, Rev. Marilyn served for eight years as Affiliate Minister with Unity Churches in New York.

Affectionately known by her congregation simply as “Rev,” she is celebrated for her ability to blend deep spiritual insight with practical wisdom, fostering empowerment and transformation in all who cross her path. Throughout her ministerial journey, Rev. Marilyn has served in numerous capacities, including:

• President and Vice President of Unity Worldwide Ministries Eastern Region, supporting Unity ministries across the Northeast
• Director of Spiritual Education
• Itinerant Minister serving four Unity Churches
• Hospital Chaplain
• Youth Minister for International Youth Retreats
• Panel Member for the First A.M.E. Zion Youth Conference and Christian Life Cultural Conference, both in Brooklyn, New York

Her voice and wisdom have also been shared widely as a guest speaker for the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, the Black Nurses Association, and at churches and organizations of various denominations.

Rev. Marilyn is the creator of “A Woman’s Worth” Workshops, a powerful program designed to help women gain clarity, embrace their divine identity, and become all that God has crowned them to be. She also serves on the Advisory Board of Plant Powered Metro New York, promoting health and wellness through plant-based living.

Her academic and theological studies include:
• Unity Worldwide Ministries
• Centers for Spiritual Living
• The Johnnie Coleman Institute
• Union Theological Seminary
• Princeton Theological Seminary
• Howard University School of Business: Executive Leadership for Clergy
• Brooklyn College

With a lifelong devotion to service and empowerment, Reverend Marilyn Jackson continues to illuminate paths of purpose, healing, and divine potential for all those she serves.