IMPACT STORIES

We know that making a decision to visit and/or join a church is not an easy one. So, in order for you to get to know us better, we have gathered a few real stories from some of our LIGHT CITY Family. Whether you’re considering joining LIGHT CITY or not, we pray that these stories will bless you.

What People Are Saying

 

“I found out about LIGHT CITY Church back in 2018 on Facebook. Pastors Bruce and Rotoya asked for volunteers to help with their new church’s launch, and I decided to volunteer because I thought they were great people and wanted to support them. I had no clue that I’d eventually JOIN the church! After a few meetings and Light Sessions, I was hooked (in a good way)! The Word, the people, the love— all of it kept me coming back every week (even during times when I had to drive all the way from Towson to the church’s location in Glenn Dale, MD)! It was worth it!! I love LIGHT CITY because you are truly free to be yourself here, and we’re able to worship freely with other young adults who have the same heart for pursuing God and loving His people. I’ve grown in so many spiritual and relational ways here. I’m excited when I get the chance to invite any and everyone to my church! Come and see for yourself!”

— Leah

“I get the humble honor of being able to say that I was the first official partner at LIGHT CITY. For years before we launched, I had walked with Pastors Bruce and Rotoya in a number of settings, so it was easy to trust them with my soul’s well-being. Having dope pastors and a thriving community of believers in similar, yet also different places in life has given me a plethora of resources to learn and grow from. I believe that being a part of this community will propel me into where God has called me when it comes to serving the communities of this world. I love that the family here is intentionally amazing, and that everyone gets to be uniquely themselves.”

— Jummy (1st Partner)

 

“My husband and I joined LIGHT CITY Church in November of 2018, though we started attending on launch day, October 14, 2018. I spent over 10 years attending other churches feeling useless and invisible 99% of the time, yet it took mere months for me to find identity and purpose at LC (feeling SEEN and IMPORTANT, however, was IMMEDIATE and CONSISTENT). I could talk all day about the beautiful things and people I encounter at LC every week. How I could be having a rough time emotionally, not be in the "mood" to praise God, yet a sound will come from Pastor Bruce's bass guitar that strikes a chord in my spirit and turns it all around. How watching Pastor Rotoya's relentless pursuit of the Holy Spirit during praise and worship reminds me why I exist, for Whom I exist, breaks me out of my dark place and brings me back into the Light where I belong. How there are always people there genuinely happy to see me and who actually notice and miss me if I’m not there! I’m grateful to LIGHT CITY for loving on me and for helping me to feel valuable. I never knew before coming to LC that it was possible to find a real FAMILY at a church, and I’m so happy and honored that God planted me in this one!!!”

— Jessika

I found LIGHT CITY after searching for a church for over a year. After attending a few services with my wife and being a witness to the overwhelming love that was consistently shared (and felt), we knew this would be our home. I believe that God is continually revealing His desires/purposes for His children here. If you land at LIGHT CITY, it's not by accident. It's because He loves you enough to introduce you to a loving family who will be willing to walk life out with you, in love, without guilt or shame.

— Jay

 

I honestly think LIGHT CITY found ME in 2019. I was at a crossroads where I was so tired of church when I began visiting. What struck me was the way the Holy Spirit rested on each and every service, and the fact that the Word was ALWAYS fire (pure unadulterated gospel from an excellent teacher). What pushed me to become family were not only the smiling faces that greeted me weekly, but the consistency of the leadership. Pastors Bruce and Rotoya are sound and sure of who they are in Christ. Every service you are impacted by Christ and I have no doubt that’s a product of how they as pastors are wholly submitted to God. I could go on for days, but I feel loved with the love of God at LIGHT CITY!!

— Camille

I discovered LIGHT CITY through Instagram. A lot of the people I followed were sharing the launch of “Light Sessions.” I came to one of the outings, and a few Light Sessions before the actual launch of LIGHT CITY Church. I was in the process of looking for a church, going to different churches some Sundays, but I wasn’t trying to commit to any at the time. I was drawn to LIGHT CITY. After a few months of just doing my own thing, I decided to pick a church and stick with it. I realized I was avoiding committing to a church due to fear and past hurt. God has been faithful through my journey of being a part of LIGHT CITY. I’ve grown so much spiritually and mentally and continue to step outside of my comfort zone and walk by faith. I am learning so much just by serving and working alongside this family. I stay connected because of the growth I’ve experienced, and I know that God is not done with me here. I am excited to see LIGHT CITY grow and transform lives, and I am honored to be a part of it. 

— Toyin A.

 

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