What we believe
RSWC stands on the following
The
Bible
The bible is the inspired word of God. It is infallible and without error. It is our source of supreme revelation from God, superior to conscience and reason, though not contrary to reason and it is therefore our infallible rule of faith and practice and necessary to our daily lives. (II Timothy 3:16-17; I Peter 1:23-25; Hebrews 4:12 )
The
Trinity
We believe that God has revealed Himself in three persons, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. ( Romans 1:20 ) The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit are all co-eternal, all stand equally superior to time, free from the temporal distinctions of past present or future. ( Deuteronomy 33:27; Psalm 90:2; Psalm 102:27; I Timothy 1:17; John 1:1-2; John 8:28; Hebrews 1:6; I John 1:2; Revelation 1:8; Hebrews 9:14 )
Salvation
We believe that salvation comes to man ONLY by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, apart from any human merit. Salvation is a free gift of God brought to man by grace and received by personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ whose precious blood was shed for the forgiveness of our sins. Every believer's salvation is secure, being kept by the power of God. However, a believer by disobedience can mar his fellowship with God, lose his joy, testimony and incur the wrath of God through loving discipline. ( John 3:18; Ephesians 2:8-9;John 1:12; Ephesians 1:7; Ephesians 1:13-14; Ephesians 2:10; Romans 8:38-39; John 10:27-30; I Corinthians 1:4-8; I John 1; Hebrews 12:9-11.)
The
Church
We believe that Jesus Christ is the only head of the church, and every local church has the right under Christ to govern itself. All those who have experienced salvation are members of the Church, which is His body, and are therefore eligible for baptism and membership in a local fellowship. (Acts 2; I Corinthians 12; I Timothy 3:15; Ephesians 2:21; Colossians 1:24; Ephesians 5:25)
The
Ordinances
of
the
Church
We believe the Lord Jesus left two ordinances which are to be observed during this present age: Baptism by immersion and the Lord's Supper are commanded by Christ. Water baptism the outward sign of an inward change of what the Holy Spirit has done in the heart of those who now believe. The Lord's Supper as a solemn reflection in observation of what Jesus Christ did for us to pay the sin debt that we could never repay.( Matthew 28:19; Acts 8:26-38, Acts 10:47-48; Matthew 26:26-29; I Corinthians 11:27-31).
Eternity
All will be judged by God. Where we will end up is totally up to the individual. God has given us free will to choose which path we wish to pursue. We believe that there is a Heaven and a Hell. Those that believe in Christ and the resurrection will receive eternal life and unbelievers dome to the state of eternal punishment. (Luke 16:19-26; Luke 23:43; II Corinthians 5-8; Philippians 1:23; II Thessalonians 1:7-9; Judges 6-7; Revelation 20:11-15)
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Renewed Spirit WC: Where Faith and Community Meet
Pastor Edgar Hariston
Pastor Edgar believes you can’t get anyone to accept that you love them until you can get them to know you care. He believes that to establish an authentic relationship with Christ you have to believe God is able. It starts with renewing your mind to the truth. He holds to the scripture Romans 12:2 "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." (ESV) as a key concept in ministry. He was mentored and ordained by Rev. Dr. E.T. Caviness of the Greater Abyssinia Baptist Church, Cleveland, OH. He holds two MBA degrees, in Communications and Pastoral Counseling. He is also a certified facilitator of Prepare and Enrich.
A proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. He is also an ordained independent minister and Elder with the National Association of Christian Ministers. And a published author of several poems and articles.
He is married to Angie Hariston for 23 years. They have five children eight grandchildren and four Yorkies.
His favorite scripture is 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 " Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."
Lady Angie
With the guidance of the Holy Spirit and hearing a word from the Lord, she and her husband Pastor Edgar founded Renewed Spirit Worship Center in September 2013. With a passion for helping young girls walk as women of God, she can often be found mentoring them in any way through song, dance or just plain conversation. Lady Angie is a native of Cleveland and relocated to North Carolina with her family in 2008. She fell in love and married Pastor Edgar in 2001 and together they have 5 children (including a set of triplets) and eight adorable grandchildren.
Lady Angie completed her undergrad at Franklin University. With a focus on Human Resource Management, dual MBAs, and pursuing her doctorate. Lady Angie is a certified HR Professional with PHR certification from HRCI. She is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.
Lady Angie started working in the vineyard for Christ in March of 2004 when she was ordained as a Deaconess at her home church The Greater Abyssinia Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio. She served on various auxiliaries while at GABC including Chairperson of Women’s Day, member of the Evangelistic Choir, Deaconess Board, and Vice President of the GABC Federal Credit Union.
She supported and encouraged Pastor Edgar in his endeavors of starting bible study and a couple of ministry groups in their home was enthusiastic when he imparted the vision to step out and assist in launching a church plant. She served as an advisor and ministry leader of the praise dance ministry.
She is thankful to God for her spiritual growth and development and longs to reach young girls and ladies where they are so they can truly become the virtuous women God desires them to be. Her favorite Scripture can be found in Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding; in all thine ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” (KJV)
Social Media \ Outreach Ministry
RSWC's social media \ Outreach ministry team. Striving to keep RSWC relevant and connected. To reach everyone no matter where they are in life through social media. Allowing the ministry to stay connected.
This ministry team works on the various aspects of connecting RSWC on public platforms. It is the content advisory committee for Pastor Edgar for the website, all social media, print media, and live-streaming events.
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RSWC strives to reach out and volunteer whenever possible to share the good news.
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