Bishop Eric G. Zimmerman is a native of Cleveland Ohio. He graduated from South High School and attended Kent State University. Bishop Zimmerman was baptized and received the infilling of the gift of the Holy Spirit at the age of 14 years old.  At the age of 26 he accepted the call on his life to teach and preach the Good News of the saving power of Jesus Christ. In 1986, Bishop Zimmerman relocated to Washington, DC and joined Grace Apostolic Church where he was a member for twenty years. In 2006, he joined and served under the leadership of Pastor Victor L. Furr who is the pastor of Victorious Life of Faith, District Heights, MD

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In 1986, Bishop Zimmerman relocated to Washington, DC and joined Grace Apostolic Church where he was a member for twenty years. In 2006, he joined and served under the leadership of Pastor Victor L. Furr who is the pastor of Victorious Life of Faith, District Heights, MD

In March 2013, Bishop Zimmerman responded to the mandate given by the Holy Spirt to establish True Foundation Apostolic Ministries in Clinton, Maryland. His vision was to provide a church assembly where, “true love reaches beyond the walls.”  Bishop Zimmerman’s ministry focuses on reaching souls while equipping them with the power of Jesus Christ and teaching them foundational biblical knowledge. His ministry provides a safe space for young people to encounter God in a relevant but practical teaching environment.

Bishop Zimmerman has a shepherd’s heart for those seeking to establish an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, in addition to those who desire to be reconciled back to the Kingdom of God. Pastor Zimmerman is an effective and godly leader who has held various church leadership positions such as Youth Pastor, Praise Team Leader, Associate Minister, Brotherhood President and has served as Youth President on the local, state, and national level.  Pastor Eric G. Zimmerman was elevated to the office of Bishop on January 20th, 2018 at Bible Way Church.

Bishop Zimmerman is a devoted family man, who values and understands the balance of family and church.  He met Lady Christian Zimmerman at Rehoboth Baptist Church in Washington, DC, while he performed in a theater production.  He is married to Lady Christian Zimmerman, and they are the parents of four beautiful daughters, Dezirae, Charmaine, Erica and Mia who are also actively involved in ministry.