Corey Kennard is Pastor of Amplify Christian Church and also serves as a national activist in the field of healthcare. His holistic approach serves as the foundation for his desire to see all human beings treated with dignity, honor, and respect in all facets of life. He has been involved in the field of healthcare for over 20 years with over 15 years of experience in the areas of Palliative Care and Hospice. Kennard is a Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP) and currently serves in Administration as a Director at one of Detroit’s largest hospitals. His work in healthcare has also included leading a spiritual care team and serving as a Faculty Lead for Duke University’s Institute on Care at the End Of Life (ICEOL) national training program called “APPEAL.” In this role, he was instrumental in co-creating a national teaching module for understanding spirituality at the end of life for African-Americans. In addition to serving as a Pastor and healthcare activist, Kennard is a Spiritual Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Partner/Board Member for several local and national organizations that seek to uplift the poor and vulnerable in society.
