About | King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church

Our Story

Serving Des Moines Since 1980

It started as a vision of one man, Jesse B. Daniels. He gathered a group of 12 believers who shared his vision, and in October 1980, King of Kings Non-Denominational Church was established. The first service was held in the Daniels’ home on November 2, 1980.

From those humble beginnings, the church grew — purchasing a building at 619 SE 15th Street, building a new sanctuary in 1988, and burning the mortgage debt-free in 2005. Under Pastor Jordan Rabon’s leadership since 2014, the church has continued to flourish, reaching over 1,000 people through in-person and virtual ministry and gaining members from across the country.

King of Kings is often described by visitors as the most welcoming church they have ever stepped into. The presence of God is real and the genuineness of the people is overwhelming.

Mission & Values

What Drives Us

“Our mission is to be a body of baptized believers living and loving, praying and partaking, serving and sharing. To bring the Kingdom down to earth, that his will be done on earth as it is in heaven. The taste of the Kingdom is not just on Sunday morning, but when we are out in the world and by ourselves. We are kingdom citizens, obeying the word, sharing the word, living out the word as we wait with anticipation and expectation on our Savior’s second coming. Welcome to the Kingdom!”

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Gospel Centered

Everything we do flows from the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Gospel is not just what saves us — it shapes every part of our life together.

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Deep Community

We believe that faith grows best in relationship. Our ministries and Sunday gatherings are designed to help you know and be known.

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City Renewal

We love Des Moines. Through outreach, service, and prayer, we seek the flourishing of every neighborhood and every family in our city.

Leadership

Meet Our Pastor & First Lady

Senior Pastor

Dr. Jordan Patrick Rabon

Dr. Jordan Patrick Rabon was born in Des Moines, Iowa and raised in the Christian faith. Licensed to preach at the age of eight, he has devoted his life to the ministry of the Gospel. In October 2014, he assumed the pastorate of King of Kings Missionary Baptist Church, where under his dynamic leadership and God’s favor, membership continues to grow and disciples are being developed.

Dr. Rabon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from Iowa State University, a Master of Arts in Biblical Exposition from Liberty University, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Leadership and Church Ministry from Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.

“And we know that all things work together for the good of those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose.”
— Romans 8:28

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First Lady & Minister of Christian Education

Minister Jessica Robinson-Rabon

Jessica Robinson-Rabon is a Florida native, licensed minister, Retired Army Veteran, and published poet and author. She serves as the choir director and the Minister of Christian Education at King of Kings. Her passion is in teaching and educating the body of Christ and all who want to know the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of South Florida and a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Columbia Southern University. She has served in youth ministry, singles and young adult ministry, and prayer ministry.

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” — Matthew 6:33

Our Team

Church Leadership & Staff

Associate Ministers

John Coleman Minister Jessica Rabon Beverly Webster

Deacons

Arthur Rabon (Chairman) Cortez Nichols Harvey Thompson Maurice White Terry Edmunds Richard Brown Robert Scott Montrey Nelson

Deaconess

Eddie Thompson Marci Rabon Denise Nichols

Mothers of the Church

Mattie Russell Diane Smith Brenda Colbert Hannah Bell

Ministry Leaders

Youth Leader: Blair Oakley Ushers: Tracey Bradley Kings Kitchen Krew: Sherri Sauls

Administration

Trustees (Chair): Linda Carter-Lewis Secretary: Weslyn Caldwell

Audio / Visual / IT

Lela Scott Robert Scott

Doctrine

What We Believe

Our beliefs are rooted in Scripture and the historic Baptist tradition.

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Scripture

We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God and the final authority for faith and practice.

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The Trinity

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — equal in power and glory.

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Salvation

We believe salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. It is a free gift, not earned by works.

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The Church

We believe the local church is God’s primary instrument for making disciples and bearing witness to the Kingdom.

Our Heritage

Church History

Over four decades of faith, growth, and service in Des Moines.

October 1980

Jesse B. Daniels gathered 12 believers who shared his vision, and King of Kings Non-Denominational Church was established.

November 2, 1980

First service held in the Daniels’ home at 702 SE 23rd St. The church then purchased and moved to the stone building at 619 SE 15th Street.

November 27, 1988

A new sanctuary was dedicated, more than doubling seating capacity. The original stone building became the Fellowship Hall.

October 16, 2005

At the 25th Anniversary, the church celebrated burning their mortgage and the completion of the Fellowship Hall Renovation — completed on time and paid in full under Pastor Irvin Lewis, Sr.

2014 – Present

Dr. Jordan P. Rabon assumed the pastorate on October 5, 2014. Under his leadership, the sanctuary was renovated, a Blessing Box was installed to serve the homeless, and the church launched live streaming in 2017, reaching 1,000+ people virtually from across the country.

Pastoral Legacy

1 Rev. Jesse B. Daniels & First Lady Daniels Oct. 1980 – Jan. 1994

2 Rev. William S. Heath & First Lady Doloris Heath Jan. 1994 – Mar. 1995

3 Rev. Vaughn E. Hawkins & First Lady Claudia Hawkins Mar. 1995 – June 2000

4 Rev. Irvin Lewis, Sr. & First Lady Linda Carter-Lewis Sept. 2000 – July 2010

5 Rev. Harold Davis, Jr. & First Lady Valerie Davis Sept. 2010 – Dec. 2013

6 Dr. Jordan P. Rabon & First Lady Minister Jessica Rabon Oct. 5, 2014 – Present

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You’re Invited This Sunday

We’d love to meet you. Join us for Sunday School at 9:45 AM or Morning Worship at 11 AM. No dress code, no pressure — just come.

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