PCIC is one of many local churches here in Charlotte County, however we are unique in many ways. We are a Bible believing and Holy Spirit-led group of people who are united together in a destiny-friendly environment. We are helping each other to discover, develop and fulfill God’s will for our lives. Come and See! Stay and Become!

The PCIC campus is located at 24038 Harborview Road in Charlotte Harbor, beside the beautiful Peace River. It’s our base of operation, not just a “church building.”

HOW IS PCIC ORGANIZED?

Port Charlotte International Church was incorporated in the State of Florida in July 2003 as an independent, non-denominational full gospel Church. PCIC receives it IRS 501 c (3) status under the auspices of the New Harvest Ministries International, Clewiston, Florida.

PCIC is a part of the Destiny Network International, a fellowship of national and international ministers and ministries led by Bishop Tony Miller, Destiny World Outreach. Bishop Tony and the Destiny Network International provide apostolic oversight to Pastors Peter and Betty Burnett and Port Charlotte International Church.

As a full gospel Church we embrace the full teaching of the Word of God and are committed to learning, growing and always giving room to the ministry of Holy Spirit as our teacher, guide and helper. We embrace the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gifts of the Holy Spirit as central to the victorious Christian life and a healthy and Godly Church.

PCIC believes in the present Kingdom of God at work in the earth and therefore respects and join hands with other followers of Jesus Christ locally, nationally and internationally for the advance of the Kingdom of God in every realm.

Port Charlotte International Church is organized as follows:

·         Jesus Christ is the Head/Great Shepherd of the Church

·         Pastor Peter Burnett is the Senior Pastor  

·         A Board of Elders, appointed by the Senior Pastor, who are also under shepherds, add their ministry gifts to support the vision and mission of PCIC.

·         The Current Board of Elders of PCIC are: Pastors Peter and Betty Burnett, Pastor Oge Onuoha, Pastor Patricia Waite and Dr. Joseph Umana

·         Our Ministry Team assists the Elders in fleshing out the vision and mission of PCIC.

WHAT IS PCIC DOING?

We are fulfilling the vision to be “a destiny-friendly environment for all people” by deliberately carrying out the mission before us. Current ministries are:

·         DA FIREZONE YOUTH MINISTRY – evangelism, discipleship, support and fellowship for middle school, high school and college age. They meet on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.; Life Group on every other Fridays at 7:00 p.m. in Deep Creek Other regular activities includes outreaches, summer trips and regular activities for fun, fellowship and discipleship. Also Sundays at 9:15 a.m. for Sunday School.
Leaders: Pastor Oge and Chisom Onuoha

·         USHERS/GREETERS – Cheerfully and lovingly serving everyone at every meeting. This includes in the parking lot, at the doors, welcoming and giving information, handing out visitors cards, serving during the offering, securing and counting the offerings and helping at the altar ministry (if requested).

·         HOSPITALITY MINISTRY – Showing love and care to each other and to our elders and visitors at each meeting, during special events, during times of sickness and loss.

·         VISITATION – visiting members and visitors to PCIC.

·         Ministry of Helps – working together to stewardship the house of the Lord.

·         MUSIC MINISTRY – leading and developing creative worship to our Lord through singing, music, drama and the arts. Musicians have an opportunity to use their gift in worship.
Leader: Pastor Betty Burnett

·         MEDIA MINISTRY –  Enabling the multi-media declaration of the Good News. and making messages and Christian resources available via the mail, on the web and at PCIC’s Gift Shoppe/Bookstore. 

·         PRAYER MINISTRY – providing opportunities for corporate prayer meetings and for saints to learn about prayer. Prayer Meetings are held Sundays at 10:00 a.m. and at 7:00 p.m. and at other times. See the church calendar.
Leader: Pastor Patricia Waite

·         WORLD MISSIONS – Supporting missionaries and those deployed from PCIC into ministry, as well as coordinating and leading regular mission outreaches. Also helping the church to develop a missionary heart for the world.
Leader: Pastor Patricia Waite

·         CHILDREN'S MINISTRY – We believe in our Children. Nursery is available at all PCIC services and events. On Sundays - The Champion Children Church ministers to the elementary age children in our Champion Children Church. Our congregation celebrates our children as they head out to Children Church. On Wednesdays – “The Young Missionaries” (K-5) take the time to pray for missionaries, send notes of love and support to them and learn about other nations.
Leader: Ime Umana

·         SUNDAY SCHOOL – Exciting. Relevant. Important. A time for Christian education and discipleship.  9:15 a.m. every Sunday

1. Foundations Class – For new believers. What does it mean to be saved? What about the Bible, baptism, etc.? Teacher: Mr. Joseph Umana

2. Growing In Christ Class – Learning spiritual principles to grow stronger as a Christian.   Teacher: Mr. Peter Bell

3. Youth Sunday School Class (6th – High) – Studying and memorization of scriptures. Teachers: Pastor Oge Onuoha and Phillip Burnett

4. Children Sunday School Class (K-5) – Fun ways to memorize scriptures verses. Teachers: Mrs. Janet Bell and Petra Bell

§         SHAREHOLDERS IN LIFE PROGRAM – A Shareholder invests into a company expecting a return. The Shareholder in Life Program teaches participants to value work as an investment of themselves into life, into the community and into society, and not just as another job. Our service is rooted in the belief that every individual has a God-ordained destiny or divine assignment in life. SIL is a work readiness and jobs program. We currently meet on Fridays at 10 a.m. for training, networking, and support. We also offer regular workshops on entrepreneurship.

§         LIFE GROUPS – Life Groups is a vital discipleship method of PCIC. Every member of PCIC is expected to be active in a Life Group. Life groups currently exist for Youth and Adult Women. See Church Calendar for location and contact information.

§         MEN’S MINISTRY – PCIC Men’s Breakfast is held on the 1^st Saturday of each month at 8:30 a.m.. A time for fellowship, awesome testimonies, building friendships and GREAT FOOD!