CHARLOTTE
A Brighter Charlotte
At The River Church Charlotte, we believe the expression of our faith extends beyond the sanctuary. As a Kingdom-centered community, we are committed to making a meaningful difference through compassion, connection, service, and the love of Christ.
Annual Family & Friends Day
Each summer, The River brings family, friends, and our community together for a time of joy, fellowship, and connection. It’s a celebration of relationships and a reminder that church is more than a place — it’s a family.
The KOINONIA Gathering
Hosted annually in October, The KOINONIA Gathering brings believers, ministry leaders, and churches together for worship, biblical teaching, fellowship, and Kingdom-centered connection.
Rooted in a shared commitment to unity and spiritual growth, the gathering creates space for meaningful relationships and collective Kingdom purpose.
Faith in Action
Through our Evangelism Ministry, The River reaches beyond its walls to serve individuals experiencing homelessness and extend practical support throughout our community.
Demonstrating the love of Christ involves more than words.
It is expressed through compassion, service, genuine connection, and a willingness to meet people where they are.
Beyond Our Congregation
Our commitment to the Church extends beyond our own congregation. Through ministry visits, fellowship, and relationships with other churches, we celebrate the shared work of advancing God’s Kingdom.
We believe encouragement, unity, and meaningful connections among congregations help strengthen the wider community of faith.
One City. Many Congregations.
Charlotte is home to a diverse community of churches serving families, neighborhoods, and individuals. As part of the broader body of Christ, we recognize the many congregations sharing the message of faith throughout our city and surrounding communities.
Churches in Our Community
The River Church
Bishop Reginald & Lady Yvette Sellers
Have Life Church
Dr. Shomari L. White, Sr. & Co-Pastor Jacqué L. White
Nations Ford Community Church
Pastor Michael Figgers
The Restoration Place Church
Apostles Dexter & Genette Howard
Freedom House Church
Pastors Troy & Penny Maxwell
Elevation Church — University City
Pastors Steven & Holly Furtick (Churchwide Leadership)
Good Shepherd Church
Pastor Talbot Davis
Forest Hill Church
Pastor Doc Hanberry (Lead Pastor)
West Charlotte Church at Freedom
Pastor David Yoran
Revive Church Charlotte
Apostle John Das & Co-Pastor Roslyn Das
This directory is an informational community resource. Inclusion does not indicate an official ministry partnership, affiliation, or endorsement.
The Difference Beyond Our Walls
We believe a brighter Charlotte begins with people who are willing to live out their faith with purpose, compassion, and conviction.
Through community fellowship, outreach, relationships, and service, The River remains committed to demonstrating the love of Christ in ways that reach beyond our sanctuary and into the lives of others.