Dr. Charles E. Burger, the founding pastor of Rejoice Praise & Worship Center, has a tremendous passion for spreading the gospel and a great love for God’s people. Having received his mandate from God, Dr. Burger has been committed to the leadership of “a healing church for hurting people”. In October of 2000, Rejoice Praise and Worship Center opened its doors and heart to the community of eastside of Columbus Ohio. Since beginning his walk with Christ, Dr. Burger has devoted himself to the service of the Lord and has served in many capacities. Before receiving the call to serve in the pastoral ranks, Dr. Burger was blessed to train and serve at Greater Bethlehem Temple under the late Bishop Walter Jones. During his 27 years at Greater Bethlehem Temple, Dr. Burger faithfully served both the youth department and Sunday school department. In preparation for ministry, Dr. Burger studied under Dr. Aycott while attending the Ohio School of Biblical Theology and went on to receive his Doctorate Degree in Theology from Union University in Pasadena California. In July 2012, Dr. Charles Burger was ordained to the office of Bishop with the Abundant Life Christian Fellowship Intl. In addition to his devotion and service to God, Dr. Burger is the attentive husband to Evangelist Lillian Burger and father of six, all of whom are serving in ministry. Dr. Burger has been afforded the opportunity to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the United States and abroad. As well as seeing the church strengthened and grow in discipleship, it is the desire of Dr. Charles Burger to see a lost and hurting humanity healed through the love of God.