Freedom Church

Spreading God's Word

SINCE2004

Our pastors, Randy & Donette Spence, planted Freedom Church on February 4, 2004, with a team of people focused on the freedom to live "On Earth as it is in Heaven." They dreamed of building a church with a simple goal; bringing spiritual freedom into the Roanoke Valley region. The freedom to experience the love of Jesus every day, to be loved and accepted just as you are, to worship in full expression, to dig into the Word to find the truth for today and to break off all chains of the past. Ultimately, the freedom to be whole in every aspect on this side of heaven: emotionally, spiritually, physically and mentally. With the help of people committed to seeing that dream fulfilled, the church has experienced significant growth since it's humble beginnings. Come and be a part of Freedom today!

Meet Our Leadership Team

The staff and leadership here at Freedom Church has a beautiful history together and is comprised of many diverse men and women who love, care and pray for every single person in the church. We have established a culture that believes we are all empowered leaders. If you have any questions for any of our staff, feel free to reach out by emailing the church office at freedomchurchva1@gmail.com.

Randy & Donette Spence - Lead Pastors

Randy.
He's real.
He's loyal.
He's dedicated to teaching wherever and however, the Holy Spirit leads.
He'll make you belly laugh.
He brings the Word to life with demonstrative teaching.
He loves sports - ALL sports.
He's safety-oriented & loves to have fun, weird, right?
As a former race care driver, fast describes the way he likes to drive.
Fun for Randy is racing, hiking, bike riding, and swimming.
The perfect vacation is a beach OR a cabin in the woods.
He loves new adventures, working out at the gym, and racing cars.

Donette.
She's real.
She's raw.
She loves to teach the Word in real, raw and fun ways!
She's fun and loves the sun.
Outdoors is her happy place.
The beach is that perfect vacation.
She's an avid reader, dog lover, loves to walk, and TRX is her favorite workout.
Clean line decorator with bold colors of course.
A Mani, Pedi, massage, hair color and shopping is a perfect day.
Flip that to a day at the lake or beach in the stillness and that's perfect also!
Bring out the banana boats and ziplines and watch her soar!
Adventure, fun, new experiences, and laughter make her who she is!
Ginny Shelton - Online Pastor

Ginny.
She's compassionate.
She's empathetic.
She loves to connect with people and share the love of God.
She loves to write and sing.
Her perfect day is time spent with her family and spoiling her grandbabies.
She loves the water and the mountains.
She loves animals and never met a dog she didn't love.
Long drives in the country are always a treat.
Teaching the Word is her passion.
Laughter, hugs and helping others makes her happy.
Carrie Young - Praise & Worship Leader

Carrie.
She’s quiet.
She’s funny.
She’s real.
She loves to sing, cook, and write.
She’s an avid reader.
Fun for her would be playing billiards, running, and dancing.
The perfect vacation is spending time in Nashville or at the beach.
Rodney Kellar - Outreach Director

Rodney.
He’s loyal.
Down to earth.
Loves serving where the Holy Spirit leads.
A wise man with a huge Father's heart.
Loves all children, big and small.
Family is super important.
Quality time with his wife and extended family are his happy place.
Avid sports Grandpa...Have van will travel!
Beach time fills his tank.
NBA brings out the competitive edge in him.
Loves hearing and reading the word of God.
Daniel Schwartz - Youth Leader

Daniel.
He's simple.
He's funny.
He's quiet...until you get him talking.
He's an old soul in a young body.
Oldies is his favorite music.
He loves to read - big thick books.
Physical books...no digital stuff here.
Playing games - board and digital makes him a happy camper.
Thought, caring and big describes his heart.
He gives 100% in any task.
His laughter comes from dry humor.
The perfect vacation is the mountains.
Teaching the Word is a favorite for him, from a historical background.
His major is English with a minor in History...and he's wondering why he chose these?
Parissa Bandy - Assistant Youth Leader

Parissa.
She’s small but mighty.
She’s determined and tries to see the good in everything.
She is blessed beyond measure and loves to see God work in her life.
She loves her family and fur baby with all her heart.
She loves to travel and is always up for an adventure.
The beach is her happy place.

Our Beliefs

The Bible

The Bible is God's word to all people. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the holy spirit. Because it was inspired by God, the bible is truth without any mixture of error and is completely relevant to our daily lives.

DEUTERONOMY 4:1-2 PSALM 119:11, 89, 105 ISAIAH 40:8 MATTHEW 22:29 JOHN 5:39; 16:13-15; 17:17 ROMANS 15:4 2 TIMOTHY 3:15-17 HEBREWS 1:1-2; 4:12 1 PETER 1:25 2 PETER 3:16

Trinity

God has existed in relationship with Himself for all eternity. He exists as one substance in three persons: The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit. Although each member of the trinity serves different functions, they each possess equal power and authority.

DEUTERONOMY 6:4 ISAIAH 61:1 MATTHEW 28:19 MARK 1:9-11 LUKE 1:35 JOHN 5:21-23; 14:10, 16 ROMANS 8:9-11 1 CORINTHIANS 8:6 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14 HEBREWS 1:8-10 JAMES 2:19

The Father

God is great: He is all powerful, all knowing, ever present, unchanging, completely worthy of our trust, and above all, holy. It is in Him that we live, move and exist. God is good. He is our father. He is loving, compassionate and faithful to His people and His promises.

EXODUS 3:14 NUMBERS 23:19 LEVITICUS 11:44-45; 19:2 PSALM 11:4-6 MALACHI 3:6 JOHN 3:16; 4:24; 5:26; 14:1 ACTS 17:28 ROMANS 3:3-4

The Son

Jesus Christ is completely human, but at the same time, completely God. He is the only plan for bringing people who are far from God back into a right relationship with God. He lived a perfect life, so that He could be a substitution for us in satisfying God's demands for perfection. He defeated death in His resurrection so that we can have life.

ISAIAH 7:14; 53 MATTHEW 1:18-23; 3:17; 8:29; 14:33; 16:16; 28:5-6 LUKE 22:70; 24:46-47 JOHN 1:1, 14; 10:30; 11:25-27; 17:1-5 ACTS 1:9; 2:22-24; 7:55-56 ROMANS 1:3-4; 3:23-26; 8:1-3; 10:4 1 CORINTHIANS 8:6 2 CORINTHIANS 5:19-21 GAL 4:4-5 PHILIPPIANS 2:5-11 COLOSSIANS 1:15; 2:9 1 TIMOTHY 2:5-6; 3:16

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit's presence assures us of our relationship with Christ. He guides believers into all truth and exalts Christ. He convicts people of their sin, God's righteousness, and the coming judgment. He comforts us, gives us spiritual gifts, and makes us more like Christ.

GENESIS 1:2 PSALM 51:11; 139:7 FF. ISAIAH 61:1-3 JOEL 2:28-32 MARK 1:10 LUKE 1:35; 4:1; 11:13; 12:12 JOHN 15:26; 16:7-14 ACTS 1:8; 2:1-4; 13:2 ROMANS 8:9-11, 14-16, 26-27 1 CORINTHIANS 3:16 EPHESIANS 1:13-14 2 PETER 1:2 REVELATION 22:17

The Eternity

Man was created to exist forever. He will exist either eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with Him is heaven. Heaven and hell are places of eternal existence.

JOHN 3:16, 36 ROMANS 6:23 1 JOHN 2:25; 5:11-13 REVELATION 20:15

Man

Man is made in the image of God an is the supreme object of His creation. Man was created to have fellowship with God but became separated in that relationship through sinful disobedience. As a result, man cannot attain a right relationship with God through his own effort. Every human personality is uniquely created, possesses dignity, and is worthy of respect and Christian love.

GENESIS 1:26-30; 2:7, 18-22; 3 PSALMS 8:3-6; 32:1-5; 51:5 ISAIAH 6:5 JEREMIAH 17:5 ACTS 17:26-31 ROMANS 1:19-32; 3:10-18, 23; 5:6; 6:6; 7:14-25 1 CORINTHIANS 1:21-31; 15:19, 21-22 EPHESIANS 2 COLOSSIANS 1:21-22; 3:9-11

Salvation

The blood of Jesus Christ, shed on the cross, provides the only way of salvation through the forgiveness of sin. Salvation occurs when people place their faith in the death and resurrection of Christ as sufficient payment for their sin. Salvation is a gift from God, and it cannot be earned through our own efforts.

ISAIAH 1:18; 53:5-6; 55:7 MATTHEW 1:21; 27:22-66, 28:1-6 LUKE 1:68-69; 2:28-32 JOHN 1:12; 3:16, 36; 5:24 ACTS 2:21; 4:12; 16:30-31 ROMANS 1:16-18; 3:23-25; 5:8-10; 6 1 CORINTHIANS 1:18 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17-20 GALATIANS 2:20; 3:13 EPHESIANS 2:8-10 PHILIPPIANS 2:12-13 HEBREWS 9:24-28 REVELATION 3:20

The Church

The Church is a local community of baptized believers unified through faith in Christ. It is committed to the teachings of Christ and obeying all of His commands, and it seeks to bring the gospel to the world. The Church works together in love and unity, intent on the ultimate purpose of glorifying Christ.

MATTHEW 16:18-19; 18:15-20 ACTS 2:41-47; 5:11-14; 13:1-3; 14:23; 16:5; 20:28 1 CORINTHIANS 7:17; 9:13-14; 12 EPHESIANS 1:22-23; 2:19-22; 3:10-12; 5:22-32 COLOSSIANS 1:18; 3:15 1 TIMOTHY 4:14 1 PETER 5:1-4 REVELATION 21:2-3