About Us
The Church Chosen by Jesus Christ
for the blessings of multitudes
Our History
Greetings from Washington D.C. and the Greater Refuge Temple Church of our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Inc.
Greater Refuge Temple Church was founded December 12, 1989, in Washington, D.C., by Chief Apostle Bishop William L. Bonner. The first services were held at Days Inn, at 12th and K Streets, N.W.
In February, 1990, Kelly Miller Junior High School, at 49th and Brooks Street, N.E., became the final temporary home. The Lord blessed our Founder, Chief Apostle W.L. Bonner to acquire the land for the church in three weeks.
On October 27, 1990 ground was broken and construction of the church began. During the construction, many expressed great doubt saying the church would fail.
However, on June 1, 1991, the first service was held at Greater Refuge Temple Church. God has miraculously brought this work to pass, demonstrating that this is only the beginning for the continuous winning of souls, for His Kingdom, in the Washington, D.C. area.
On March 8th, 2012, a church vote was conducted by Chief Apostle Bishop William L. Bonner for the next Pastor of Greater Refuge Temple Church, Washington, D.C. After the vote, with the majority of votes in Bishop W. Michael Fields’ favor. Apostle Bonner named Bishop W. Michael Fields the Pastor of Greater Refuge Temple Church in Washington, D.C.
STATEMENT OF FAITH
We believe in one Lord, one Faith, and one Baptism. Ephesians 4:5
We believe that the Holy Bible is the Word of God. It is true. It contains the keys to inheriting eternal life, and it reveals the mystery of our faith. John 5:39, Deuteronomy 29:29
We believe in the oneness of God, who was the Father in creation, the Son in redemption and today. He is the Holy Ghost in the Church. 1 Timothy 3:16
We believe that Jesus is God, for in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form. We proclaim Lord Jesus Christ in the name of God that was given to this generation as the only Name whereby people of this Grace dispensation of time can be saved. Colossians 2:9; Acts 4:12
We accept God’s plan of salvation of baptism by water and spirit. Jesus Christ, who was our perfect example, though sinless, was baptized to fulfill righteousness John 3:4; Matthew 3:15.
We believe that water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ is essential for forgiveness of sins, and confirms our belief that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Acts 2:38; Acts 8:37
We believe that rebirth by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential today as it was in the days of the Apostles. Acts 2:4
We believe that the Word of God must be proclaimed throughout all the world, according to God’s commandment. Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:15; Romans 10:18
Our Blessed Hope lies in Christ Jesus our Lord who has given us the victory over death and hell. Therefore, standing firm on His promise, we anticipate the second coming of Christ – that great day of resurrection which shall surely come. On that day, the dead in Christ shall rise first. Then we which are alive and remain will be changed, and caught up together with them in the air. And so shall we forever be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. John 14:3; 1 Corinthians 15:51-58; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17
Our vision
ABOUT OUR CHURCH
God bless you, and we hope to see you soon in one of our many services. For day-to-day updates about GRTDC please visit our Facebook page at Greater Refuge Temple of Washington, D.C.
Sermons may be viewed via Live Stream on Facebook at Greater Refuge Temple of Washington, DC. or via YouTube at Greater Refuge Temple DC.
Sermons may be listened to on Spotify and via Anchor FM.
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CONTACT US
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
Greater Refuge Temple D.C.
420-56th Street, N.E.,
Washington, DC 20019
CONTACT
Telephone:
202-388-5605
Fax:
202-388-5610
Email:
admin@grtdc.org
Church Office Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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