teaching, learning, growing the church to have a Real relation ship with christ and a real Impact within the world.
Embracing interactive worship deepens communal faith by inviting active participation, fostering authentic relationships, and creating an environment where each person’s gifts are acknowledged and used to glorify God. Interactive worship shifts the focus from passive observation to dynamic engagement, encouraging congregants to bring their whole lives—voice, talents, questions, and struggles—into corporate praise and prayer. This approach strengthens discipleship by cultivating spiritual formation through shared practices, scripture engagement, and responsive liturgy, and it helps the church become a living testimony of Christ’s transformative presence in the world.
Our church is interactive
Our church is an interactive ministry where everyone is encouraged to participate. Attendees learn the Word of God during each service and then engage in real-time discussions about the message and how it applies to everyday life. We believe every person has been uniquely gifted and called by God; therefore, each attendee is invited to contribute to the service in a way that reflects their individual gifts and calling.
equipping believers to bear lasting spiritual fruit.
Leadership
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Pastor Larry has faithfully preached and taught God’s Word for more than 40 years. He earned his Master of Divinity from Eastern University in Pennsylvania and is currently pursuing his Doctor of Ministry at Palmer Theological Seminary. With a genuine love for ministry, Pastor Larry finds great joy in serving others and helping people grow in their faith. He has served as the English Ministry Pastor at the New York Plainview United Methodist Church since 2019. Pastor Larry also ministers at churches, men’s meetings and Young Life retreats. He and Marissa have also been happily married for 43 years. They have two children, Lawrence and Naomi Raine—a beautiful testimony to his enduring commitment to faith, family, and love.
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Marissa Felder began her ministry through song, using her voice to encourage others and glorify God. In time, God expanded her calling and led her into the mental health profession. With a heart of empathy and compassion for God’s people, Marissa especially enjoys one-on-one ministry and helping others find healing, hope, and renewed purpose. She is also a passionate public speaker who enjoys encouraging women at conferences and ministry events. Marissa owns a private mental health practice on Long Island, New York, where she provides counseling and helps train the next generation of counselors. She and Pastor Larry have been married for 43 years with two children, Lawrence Jr and Naomi Raine. They have three grandchildren-Apryl, Kayden and Savion.