OUR VISION STATEMENT
Empowered by our unwavering faith, we envision a church where the radiant light of God's love propels us beyond the confines of the four walls. Inspired by the command to 'go out into all the world,' our vision is to be a dynamic force, a beacon of compassion, and a catalyst for positive transformation. We see a community where every individual is not only nurtured in their spiritual journey within our sanctuary but also emboldened to carry the message of hope, love, and salvation to every corner of the world. Rooted in faith and united in purpose, our church seeks to create a ripple effect of kindness, outreach, and global impact, reflecting the boundless love of our Creator God.
STATEMENT OF FAITH
We believe there is one God, the Creator of all things, infinitely holy and eternally existent in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
The Lord Jesus Christ is fully God and fully Man, conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, and sinlessly perfect. He sacrificial died on the cross for our sins, He rose from the dead, and ascended to the right hand of God, where he now ministers as our Great High Priest.
Salvation by grace received through faith in Jesus Christ, who alone,
through His life, death and bodily resurrection, redeems us from sin and
reconciles us unto God.
OUR COMMUNITY
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Meet the Pastors
Committed to Helping us Grow Spiritually
Senior Pastor
Dr. Barry Ratliff
Meet our senior Pastor at Total Salvation Ministries. He was ordained as a Pastor in 2014, he completed his Masters in Ministry, and has a Masters in Business Administration at Ohio Christian University in 2020. He is a graduate from North Central Theological Seminary in March of 2022. In August of 2022 he was ordained as Apostle in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Barry was raised in Greensboro, N.C.
Co-Pastor
Apostle Gwendolyn Ratliff
Meet our First Lady and Co-Pastor at Total Salvation Ministries. A Graduate from Lincoln University in 1983 with a degree in Physical Education. She was a teacher in the Pittsburgh Area Schools for 12 years. She also taught in the Woodland Hills Schools for 27 years before retiring in 2021. Apostle Gwendolyn gave her life to Christ at a very early age. She and Dr. Barry have been married for 29 years. They have a son and daughter who also assist them in ministry.
Church Family
Our church family fellowship embraces each member and promotes unity, where diverse people of individuality blend into a body of believers with a collective purpose. Brotherly love is the foundation upon which our church family stands, embracing each member in this journey of faith. It is a humbleness that encourages service, lifts the fallen, and celebrates the victories, recognizing that everyone has a shared journey toward spiritual growth. This is a place where we strive to walk in love, understanding, and shared devotion, creating a sanctuary that reflects the beauty of a family knitted together by faith in God our Father.
FIND YOUR FAITH
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