Rev. Darlene Strickland is a dynamic spiritual catalyst – known for her warmth, wisdom, humor, and ability to bring sacred truths down to earth. As Senior Minister at Unity of The Blue Ridge, she blends ancient wisdom with modern insight to inspire real-world transformation. She is a seminary graduate of Unity Spiritual Institute and also holds a
bachelor’s degree in Business.
Rooted in Pentecostal beginnings and shaped by Buddhist practice, mystical metaphysics, and transpersonal experiences, Darlene walks a uniquely rich spiritual path. Her background spans executive leadership in the toy industry, helping bring joy to children through BRIO and TY Inc., to guiding spiritual communities in Hawaii, Kansas, Washington, and North Carolina.
She is a key-note speaker and the visionary behind the Our Love is Power Summit and the Pathway of Peace at Unity of The Blue Ridge, and she has served on the Board of Trustees for Unity Worldwide Ministries, championing Unity’s evolving role in global spiritual awakening. Whether speaking, singing, teaching, or writing, she is known for her magnetic presence and gift for making timeless principles feel personal and transformative.
When she’s not stirring souls or singing, you’ll find her with her partner Tia, or hiking the Blue Ridge trails with Ari Grace, her beloved Maltipoo and resident furry mystic – who may just be her wisest teacher of all.
