Our Story

Built on the Rock since 2011.

IWC The ARK Church was founded on June 24, 2011 as a place of safety, growth, and Spirit-led purpose for every generation.

2011
Doors opened
13+
Years of ministry
1
Mission, three movements

Our Vision

Evangelize. We carry the gospel beyond our walls, into homes, schools, and streets — sharing the love of Jesus with every soul we meet.

Equip. We disciple believers through sound teaching, prayer, and fellowship — so faith is not only believed but lived.

Empower. We commission every member to walk in the gifts and calling God has placed inside them.

Our congregation
Senior Pastor Pigana Washington
Senior Pastor
Pigana Washington

Pastor Pigana shepherds The ARK with a prophetic voice and a father's heart, leading the congregation in vision, worship, and the Word.

Co-Pastor Roberta Washington
Co-Pastor
Roberta Washington

Pastor Roberta serves alongside as co-laborer in ministry, leading women, families, and the next generation into deeper relationship with Christ.

Deacon Gregory Woods
Deacon
Gregory Woods

Deacon Gregory serves The ARK with a steady, faithful heart — supporting the pastoral team and ministering to the practical needs of the church family.

Assistant Pastor Torrus Woods
Associate Pastor · Administrative Assistant to Sr. Pastor
Torrus Woods

Pastor Torrus serves as Associate Pastor alongside the Senior Pastor in leadership and administration, supporting the vision and daily ministry of The ARK.

Assistant Pastor Ruth Edwards
Assistant Pastor · Sunday School Superintendent
Ruth Edwards

Pastor Ruth oversees Sunday School at The ARK, equipping believers of every age through the teaching of God's Word.

Associate Pastor Angela Francis
Associate Pastor · Pastoral Leader of ELEV8TE Youth Church
Angela Francis

Pastor Angela leads ELEV8TE Youth Church, shepherding the next generation into a bold, Spirit-filled relationship with Jesus.

Deacon Walter Burks
Lead Deacon
Walter Burks

Deacon Walter serves as Lead Deacon at The ARK, supporting the pastoral team and caring for the practical needs of the congregation.

Minister Trenah Burks
Lead Intercessor
Min. Trenah Burks

Minister Trenah leads the intercessory prayer ministry at The ARK, standing in the gap for the church, its leaders, and the community through faithful, Spirit-led prayer.

Minister Qiana Washington
Lead Intercessor
Min. Qiana Washington

Minister Qiana serves as a Lead Intercessor at The ARK, covering the church family in fervent prayer and contending for God's purposes over every life and ministry.

Minister Chanta Darby
Lead Greeter · Marketing & Media
Min. Chanta Darby

Minister Chanta leads the greeter team and oversees marketing and media at The ARK, welcoming every guest and helping carry the ministry's voice across our platforms.