Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The Church has been in existence since February 1938. It has been at it's current location since September 1986.
What is your primary product or service?
We are a midsize Wesleyan congregation with a huge vision for the future, serving an even bigger God, dedicated to relentless pursuit of God and the people he loves. Our mission has five parts: reaching, uniting, growing, discovering and committing. No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, Penn Forest Worship Center has a spot just for you. We offer Sunday morning services and classes, as well as Wednesday night fellowship opportunities. Our ministries range from kids, youth and adult groups to scouting, supporting overseas missionaries and hosting church-wide activities.
Penn Forest Worship Center exists to reach non-believers, to unite them with Christians, help them grow in their faith, discover their gifts and see them become radically committed to Jesus Christ both in life and in death.
Relentless Pursuit of God and the people He loves.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We currently have Worship Services at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM at our current location. We are looking into establishing some satellite locations in the near future.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Directly across the street from Cave Spring High School.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Pastor Myron Atkinson came to serve as the Lead Pastor in June of 2001. He is a native of Indiana and has been in ministry for the past 20 years. He has served as Youth Pastor, Assistant Pastor, and Lead Pastor. He has ministered in Huntington, IN; Southgate, MI; Saint Albans, WV, and now Roanoke, VA, He is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, IN. Pastor Atkinson is married to Mandy Atkinson. Together they have four children.
Pastor Darren Chilson is our Assistant Pastor. He comes from Flint, Michigan originally but more recently Gastonia, North Carolina. He along with his wife and two children are a great addition to PFWC. Pastor Darren works with our Youth Ministries and a variety of other ministries. Both Darren and his wife are graduates of Indiana Wesleyan University.
Paul MacGregor is our Children's Pastor. He comes from right here in Roanoke. He and his wife Amy have two children and are doing an exceptional job here.
What are your hours of operation?
Sunday School Connect & Grow groups at 9:45 AM
Sunday Morning Worship at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Wednesday night Children, Youth, & Adults at 6:30 PM
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Verse: Galatians 6:9 "Do not become weary at doing good for at the proper time you will reap a harvest if you don't give up."
Quote: "My attitude is my choice."
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