About us

Welcome

We trust that these pages will be helpful in getting to know our church community and help you discover the opportunities we provide to facilitate positive life transformation. At TLC we know God loves you and wants you to experience the full-life that he created you to enjoy. We invite you to join with us as we take the next steps toward our God given potential.

At TLC We know God loves you and wants you to experience the full-life that HE created you to Enjoy.

 

Pastoral greeting

The driving force behind all that we do is our belief that a personal relationship with Jesus Christ leads to a full and abundant life. As we embrace His teachings, the results are undeniable. We become spiritually mature and physically/emotionally healthy. We establish statisfying relationships,match our calling/profession with our unique gift mix, and secure the financial fuel our destiny requires. Jesus fills our lives with love, joy, peace, hope , stability and purpose as we pursue the life God created us to enjoy!

 We are a growing church with an energy and excitement about the many new faces that are finding a place to belong at TLC and we want you to know that there’s a place for you!

I hope you will choose to stop by and see for yourself all the wonderful things that are happening here!

Pastor Jim Armpriester

 

what we believe

1. God Loves us!

2. God is for us!

3. God gave His son, Jesus to make a way for us to live a full and abundant life.

4. God gave us His word (Scripture) to help us discover the truth about who He is and who He created us to be.

5. God gave us His Spirit to engage, equip and empower us to pursue the life God created us to enjoy!

6. God gave us His Church to teach, befriend, support and work with to make a difference in the world around us.

7. God placed TLC near you, to love, build up and and include you in meaningful service that blesses others.

Our Affiliation: TLC is affiliated with the Assemblies of God. The Assemblies of God has over 11,000 churches in the US and  approximately 100,000 world-wide. For more info: www.ag.org

 

Our Ministries

Kids

TLC Kids is designed to help middle school and high school students grow their faith, their character, and their relationships.  It’s about creating an atmosphere where they can belong.  We encourage the youth of TLC Church to be involved in everything we do from inviting, participating  and serving on a Church Team

 

Youth

TLC Youth is designed to help middle school and high school students grow their faith, their character, and their relationships.  It’s about creating an atmosphere where they can belong.  We encourage the youth of TLC Church to be involved in everything we do from inviting, participating  and serving on a Church Team

 

Young adults

Life as a young adult can be challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, let’s explore faith amidst life’s uncertainties. Our time together offers a safe space to share struggles, discover spiritual growth, and build supportive relationships.

 

Men’s Ministry

How can men become Godly men in this society where men’s roles as husbands, fathers, sons and workers are being redefined? M-Power Men’s Ministry exists to equip, encourage and enable men to lead their families and community. Men’s Ministry brings the Gospel of Jesus to mean in a real, relevant, and practical approach. We believe when men gather together, great things happen.
Email Pastor Mike Paredes for more information. 

Women’s Ministry

The Women’s Ministry organizes bible studies, brunches, retreats, and other special events. Women of all ages are invited to come and connect with other women, grow spiritually and minister to others in the church and community and discover how valuable and vital they are to the Kingdom.

 

Couples Ministry

The couples ministry is to strengthen the relationships with Jesus and with each other. We want the ministry to reassure the importance and the necessity of married couples in the church. It shows the example of the love that God has for each one of us. The effects of a strong and healthy marriage will then show in the children ( if the couple has children). This will help the children as they get older to know what a marriage united by God looks like. 

OUR team

Jim & Brenda Armpriester

Lead Pastors

John & Diana Pra

Associate Pastors

Albert & Yasmin Rosado

Associate Pastors

Vanessa Abrisqueta

Children & Family Pastor

John Christian Pra

Next Gen Pastor

Chris & Marcia Rainey

Associate Pastors

Mike & Angela Paredes

Associate Pastors

Larry & Doris Vandree

Associate Pastors

Lydia Kelly

Director of Ministries & Operation

Cortnee Callahan

Assistant to Lead Pastor

Anurag Gracian

Creative Director

Victoria Gracian

TLC Preschool Director

Joe Hegedus

Account Manager

Common Questions

What is a typical service like?

Services begin with worship, followed by Pastor's teaching, an opportunity for personal response, offering/announcements. At the end of each service, you may bring personal needs to TLC Prayer Team. They will personally pray for you. 

What do you offer for my children?

We have kids church on Sundays at 9 and 11 am and youth group every Wednesday at 7 PM. Please click the ministries page to find out more information.

What Should I wear?

Wear whatever you feel comfortable in. Some come in jeans and a T-shirt and others wear more formal clothing. Come as you are and you'll be loved.

What times are your services?

We currently have 2 services:

First Service at 9 AM

Second Service at 11 AM

Live-stream at 11 AM

Where are you located?

We are located at -190 Valley Boulevard, Wood-Ridge, New Jersey-07075

Where can I park?

There is plenty of street parking near the church. On Sunday's you may park without regard to posted time limits. Additional parking at Spencer Bank(across the street from TLC) is permitted as well.

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