Pastor James Teague

Pastor James Teague is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Uproar Church in Owings Mills, Maryland. He is a devoted husband to Shelby Teague who has been by his side since the beginning of his ministry. Along with their spiritual daughter, Modisty, they have a passion to reach the least, the lost and the left out and inspire broken people to find hope in Jesus. Pastor James’ humanitarian nature led him to start a non-profit called UCare which focuses on providing resources such as food, clothing, healthcare and much more to those in need. His assignment to preach faith, purpose and destiny continues to encourage and challenge people from all walks of life. With relatable stories and real-life application, Pastor James skillfully communicates that you too can live a life that is greater than what you see.


Shelby Teague

Shelby Teague is the wife of James Teague, Pastor and Founder of Uproar Church in Owings Mills, Maryland. With a passion to support the vision of the ministry, she serves her husband in various ways to ensure that the direction God has given him for their church and family is carried out while also covering their spiritual daughter, Modisty. She has a deep desire to encourage and cultivate women to reach their fullest potential. This passion is displayed as Shelby leads worship and the Uproar Women’s Ministry where her vision is “to develop a community of women who relentlessly love, live, and serve like Jesus”. Shelby dedicates her life to seeing the men, women, and children of Baltimore City and beyond reach their destiny in Christ and become everything they are called to be!

As advocates of accountability in ministry and marriage, Pastor James and Shelby Teague submit to the guidance and leadership of Bishop T.D. and First Lady Serita Jakes of the Potter’s House of Dallas.