Denzel Washington took a profound step in his spiritual journey by being baptized at Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ (COGIC) in New York City, officially receiving his ministry license. Growing up in a robust Christian household,

Denzel Washington is now a licensed minister. Denzel Washington was baptized at Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ in New York City, and received his minister’s license pic.twitter.com/dvmYU6yiiG The iconic actor was baptized at Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ in New York City on Saturday (Dec. 21).

Denzel Washington took part in a special ceremony at the Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ, in New York City's Harlem neighborhood.

Denzel Washington got baptized and obtained his minister's licence a week before his 70th birthday at a New York City church.

Days before his 70th birthday and following comments about how talk of religion in Hollywood is "not fashionable", the celebrated actor has been baptized and presented with a minister's license. View

Denzel Washington’s Transition From Actor to Pastor Denzel Washington, one of the most recognizable and respected figures in Hollywood, is making headlines for his unexpected yet deeply inspiring career pivot—from Oscar-winning actor to pastor.

Denzel Washington, the legendary actor, recently marked a spiritual milestone as he got baptized at a New York church. The Oscar winner was also granted a minister’s license, enabling him to pursue ordination.