WELCOME TO
THE PENTECOSTALS
OF EAST RIDGE
Come Experience the Fire of Pentecost
New to The Pentecostals?
At The Pentecostals of East Ridge, our doors are wide open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. We are a life-giving, multicultural church. Our goal is to infuse life and God’s love into families through engaging, powerful worship services that offer biblical truth in relevant, practical ways.
Our passion is to provide a place where people can have a life-changing experience with God.
So, if you are still just checking out the “church scene” and investigating the claims of Jesus Christ, thank you for allowing us to help you in your search. Or, if you are a committed Christ-follower who wants to sink the roots of your faith even deeper, you can find a home here at The Pentecostals of East Ridge.
What We Believe
Doctrines of the Bible
1. All have sinned (Romans 3:23)
2. Christ died for our sins (Romans 5:19)
3. Christ commands all men to repent of their sins (Mark 2:17)
4. Repentence and faith are the first steps toward God (Hebrews 11:16)
5. Remission of sins comes through the name of Jesus (Luke 24:45-57; Romans 6:3-6)
6. Baptism in Jesus' name is the mode by which sins are remitted (Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 22:16)
7. The baptism of the Holy Ghost is for us today (Acts2:1-4; Acts 10:44-48; Romans 8:9-11)
8. The Oneness of God (Deuteronomy 6:4; John 1:30; John 14:8-27)
9. The Church is Christ's body in the earth today (Romans 12:5; 1 Corinthians 12:27; Ephesians 1:23; Ephesians 4:12)
10. Christ shall return for His Church (Acts 1:11; Hebrews 9:28; 1 Corinthians 15:51-58; Luke 12:40)
What is Pentecost?
The word Pentecost derives from the Greek word for the fiftieth day and was a Jewish feast called Feast of Harvest, fifty days after passover. It was during passover that Jesus Christ partook of what is commonly call the Last Supper, in which He revealed to His disciples that He had come to this earth to become the sacrificial Lamb to be slain for the sins of the world. It was by this sacrifice at Calvary that salvation was purchased, by His own blood. (1 Corinthians 11:25-27; Hebrews 9:12-15)
After three days in the earth, Jesus Christ rose from the dead, victorious over death, hell, and the grave, leaving to you and I a promise. That promise came to pass on the Day of Pentecost. In Acts chapter two, when the waiting disciples received the Holy Ghost, the Apostle Peter proclaimed: this is that which was prophesied by the prophet Joel; in the last day, saith God, I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh. When the crowd which was in Jerusalem heard Peter's message, they were pricked in their hearts and replied, what shall we do? (Acts 2:37)
Peter then proclaimed the salvation message; Repent and be baptized everyone of you in the Name of Jesus Christ for the remission of your sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. (Acts 2:38)
This salvation experience is a life changing experience that is still real today.
Pastoral Staff
Terry & Penny Arnold
Bishop
Rev. Terry Arnold and his family moved to Chattanooga, TN in August of 1996 answering the call of God to establish a church, and over 20 years later, he continues to pursue after the vision he has for the Metro Chattanooga area.
Pastor Arnold began his ministry in January of 1984 while assisting his father, the late Rev. Billy Arnold, to establish a church just outside of his hometown of Dickson, in Charlotte, TN. He became licensed with the United Pentecostal Church International in April of 1985 and was ordained in April of 1990. He has served the Tennessee District UPC in many capacities in his over 30 years of ministry. He first served as a sectional Home Missions director for 5 years then, was elected as District Home Missions secretary, a role he filled for 5 years. He was then elected as District Home Missions Director in April of 1995 and served the district for 14 years in this capacity. While director, the TN District doubled in size. A total of 71 churches were started under his leadership. He also served the district in the role of Multi-Cultural Director. He currently serves the district as Section 2 Presbyter.
Pastor Arnold is passionate about God, family and planting churches. In May of 1986, he answered the call of God to establish a church in Dayton, TN. After 4 1/2 years, due to the health of his father, he was elected as pastor of his home church in Charlotte, TN. His first service as pastor, there was 19 in attendance. In the 6 years as pastor, the church experienced great growth. 2 daughter works were began out of the Charlotte church in Ashland City, TN and in Lyles, TN. In the last year and a half, the church experienced great revival. Over 45 people had received the Holy Ghost and were baptized.
Pastor Arnold and the love of his life, affectionately known as Sis Penny, were married in December of 1979. She has served The Pentecostals along side with him from the very beginning, filling any position as needed. Now days, when she isn’t working her full time job as office manager at Kapperman & White Eyecare, she travels with pastor to minister at various engagements and conferences.
The Arnold’s are proud parents to Son, Terry and daughter-in-law, Ashley and PaPaw & Nonna to Corbin, Madison & Jaxon.
Ministries
The Pentecostals of East Ridge offer a variety of ministries to help individuals and their unique needs. With much work to do and an entire world to reach, there is a place and a work for everyone. We offer prayer for those that are sick and in need, visitations to those that are home-bound or hospitalized and home bible studies at a time and place that is convienent to you!
Children's Ministry (Ages 4-11)
Ladies Ministry
Nursery (Ages 3 & Under)
Media
Music
Outreach
Spanish Ministry
The AAA Group - Active Apostolic Adults (Ages 50 & Up)
UpRoar Student Ministries (Ages 12-17)
YoungLife Group (Ages 18-49)