Our Leadership

PASTOR TERRANCE BRIDGES

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Dr. Terrance A. Bridges, Sr. is the founder and lead pastor of [RE]Church Charlotte. As a scholar and teacher, Dr. Bridges is a graduate of Taylor University, holding a B.A. in Pastoral Ministries with minors in Christian Education and Biblical Studies. He subsequently completed his M.A. in Executive Development. Followed by doctoral studies in Christian Education leadership and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies. His terminal degrees include an Educational Specialist degree and Doctorate of Education.

His experiences in ministry range from children and youth ministry, worship and arts, young adult ministry to congregational life and Christian Education leadership. He began serving in a ministerial capacity at the age of 13, at the time one of the youngest music directors and worship leaders in several national and international conferences. At 15, Dr. T’ was licensed to preach. As a teen, Bridges led various ministries in worship at regional, national, and international gatherings. His ministry style (praying, praise/worship, and preaching/teaching) now bridges the gap between different ethnicities, cultures, styles of music, denominations, and generations. His zeal and passion remain strong and have become refined through 25+ years of experience in the ministry. While his interests vary, his primary passion remains to be a loving father and support to his children while forcefully and powerfully advancing the message of Jesus Christ and His kingdom.

ELDER WILLIE HINES

TEACHING MINISTRY • connect groups

Elder Willie E. Hines Jr. holds an Associate of Science degree in General Studies and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Montreat College. He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership.

He is the visionary and founder of Intercessors on Purpose (IOP)—a thriving global movement that unites intercessors worldwide in prayer, purpose, and kingdom advancement. A prolific orator of the Word, Elder Hines is known for his ability to stimulate the hearts and minds of God’s people through the unadulterated truth of Scripture. His messages are both convicting and compassionate, rooted in sound doctrine and spiritual clarity.

Elder Hines acknowledged his call into the preaching ministry nearly 20 years ago and has been faithfully preaching and serving ever since. He is rooted in Spartanburg, SC, where he serves under the leadership of Bishop Lawyer Watson at Life with Jesus Ministries. Throughout his ministry journey, he has held prominent positions at the National, State, and Local levels within the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW). He currently serves on the teaching ministry team in the establishment of ReChurch Charlotte, helping to equip and edify believers through sound biblical teaching.

MINISTER MARCUS KENNEDY

YOUTH MINISTRY • Connect Groups

Growing up in church, Minister. Kennedy always knew he had a calling on his life. At the age of 13, Minister Marcus was baptized and filled with the precious gift of the Holy Ghost. At the age of 17, under the leadership of Pastor Darrell Jackson of Bibleway Church of Atlas Road (Columbia, SC), he accepted the call on his life.

It was under the leadership of Bishop Mitchell that he preached his initial sermon, “My Little Faith Can Move Mountains”. Minister Marcus serves faithfully in various areas of ministry at [Re]Church. He served as the assistant youth chairman for the Atlantic State Council under the auspices of the Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith International (PCAFI) until it was dissolved. He now serves as a youth officer with the Atlantic Regional Conference of the PCAFI. Most of all, he loves the Lord, and his worship of Christ is real! Minister Marcus lives by the scripture Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me”.

SISTER MARLETTE GAITHER

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY • Connect GROUPS

Marlette Gaither grew up in the church under the guidance of her father, the late District Elder Renard Green, at Refuge Temple of Praise Ministries. From a young age, Marlette developed a deep passion for youth ministry and has dedicated her life to empowering young people within the Body of Christ. While attending Francis Marion University, Marlette founded Kingdom Builders, a Bible study group that created a space for college students to connect and grow in their faith. She holds a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Educational Leadership at Queens University of Charlotte. Marlette has served in various ministry roles, including as a youth Sunday School teacher and District Supervisor for Youth. She currently mentors young women as a cell group leader, encouraging them to walk boldly in their faith. Professionally, Marlette is a 3rd-grade teacher in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, where she continues her mission of inspiring and guiding young minds. Her heart remains dedicated to helping youth grow spiritually, academically, and personally, becoming all that God has called them to be.

BROTHER JOSHUA FORD

COLLEGE MINISTRY • connect GROUPS

Joshua Ford grew up in the church under the pastoral care of Pastor WJ Jackson, Sr., and now Pastor Robert D. Scaife at Union Missionary Baptist Church. He was also a participant in the children and youth ministry led by Pastor Terrance A. Bridges. From a young age, Joshua developed a deep passion for worship and music ministry, dedicating his life to empowering others and supporting local church ministry. He holds a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Ball State University and has served in various roles, including music director, Christian educator, and program director for multiple initiatives. Since completing his graduate studies in 2023, Joshua has had the privilege of working with several institutions in the areas of Student Affairs and Student Life. Throughout his career, he has embraced Robert Greenleaf's philosophy of servant leadership. As an intentional leader, Joshua aims to connect with young professionals, supporting their faith formation and Christian growth.

OUR CAMPUSES

3609 Brookshine Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28216
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CHARLOTTE, NC

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PO Box 621261
Charlotte, NC 28262

2336 Lincoln St.
Gary, IN 46407
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GARY, IN

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Po Box 2424
Gary, IN 46403