A place of
Healing, Hope
and Harmony.
A Spirit-filled, Bible-based church serving
Waldorf and the world online.
In-person dates vary. Text LOOP to (240) 377-0811 for updates.
Destiny Church is a Spirit-filled, Bible-based, non-denominational family where the Word of God is practical, life-applicable and relevant to everyday life.
A hybrid church for Waldorf and beyond. Join us in person or from anywhere, local and online.
Meet the PastorPastor Gary Walsh Jr.Pastor G
Senior Pastor of Destiny Church Waldorf, MD, called and ordained to teach the Word, equip the saints, and shepherd a hybrid church family.
Pastor Gary Walsh Jr., Senior Pastor
Pastor Gary Walsh Jr. is a native of San Francisco, California. He answered the call to ministry in 1988, was licensed to preach in 1989, and was ordained in 2007 at Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church.
In 2015, the leadership of Destiny Church was passed to Pastor Gary by founding pastor Rev. Dr. Emil M. Thomas, who planted the church in 2004. Pastor G has carried forward a ministry committed to Healing, Hope, and Harmony, with sound, practical teaching that meets real life.
He leads Transformation Tuesday Bible Study each week and shepherds the Destiny family alongside his wife Valencia and their children Chancellor, Chaise, and Anjanique.
Licensed 1989, ordained 2007
Following founding pastor Rev. Dr. Emil M. Thomas
Healing, Hope & Harmony for All
Under the leadership of Pastor Gary Walsh Jr., Destiny Church serves Waldorf and beyond through worship, biblical teaching, prayer, and authentic community.
Destiny Church was founded in 2004 by Rev. Dr. Emil M. Thomas as a Spirit-filled, Bible-based, non-denominational fellowship in Waldorf, Maryland. In 2015, the leadership was passed to Pastor Gary Walsh Jr.
We teach, preach, and practice the Word of God in a way that meets the real issues people face every day. Whether you are new to faith, returning to church, or simply looking for a place to grow, you are seen, loved, and welcomed here.
- 01HealingBringing wholeness through Christ: body, mind, and spirit.
- 02HopeAnchoring lives in the unshakable promises of God.
- 03HarmonyCultivating unity in our families, our church, and our community.
- 04For AllA welcoming home for every person, every story, every season.
What to Expect
We are glad you are considering joining us. Here is what your first time at Destiny Church looks like, in person or online.
Service Times
- Sunday Online
- 11:30 AM
- Sunday In-Person
- 10:30 AM, monthly
- Transformation Tuesday
- 7:30 PM Zoom
Online via Facebook, YouTube, and Zoom every Sunday.
In-Person Location
- Venue
- Venues R Us
- Address
- 2985 Shasho Place
- City
- Waldorf, MD
We gather in person once a month. Text LOOP to (240) 377-0811 for the next date.
What to Wear
- Dress Code
- Come as you are
- Atmosphere
- Warm + welcoming
- Family
- All ages welcome
No expectations, no pressure. Just bring yourself and your questions.
Text LOOP to (240) 377-0811 for service updates and Zoom links.
Live Sundays at 11:30 AM
Worship with us live online every Sunday, join Transformation Tuesday by Zoom, or revisit past messages in our Sermon Library.
Worship · Grow · Connect
Practical ministry that meets people where they are and helps them take their next step in faith.
Sunday Worship
Praise, prayer, and Spirit-led preaching from God's Word. Online every Sunday at 11:30 AM, and in person once a month at 10:30 AM.
Transformation Tuesday
Our weekly Bible study on Zoom at 7:30 PM. Honest conversation, real questions, and Scripture applied to everyday life.
Prayer Ministry
Submit a prayer request anytime. Pastor G and the team pray personally and confidentially over every request we receive.
Hybrid Online Ministry
We are a hybrid church, in person and online. Worship with us on Facebook, YouTube, or Zoom from anywhere in the world.
Sermon Library
Catch up on past messages and revisit teaching that has encouraged, challenged, and strengthened your faith.
Pastoral Care
Pastor Gary Walsh Jr. and the care team are here to walk with you through the seasons of life: celebration, struggle, and growth.
Go deeper in the Word.
Our weekly Bible study meets every Tuesday at 7:30 PM on Zoom. A place to ask honest questions, explore Scripture together, and apply biblical truth to the real moments of your week.
Text LOOP to (240) 377-0811 to receive the Zoom link.
Anchored in the Word of God
Our faith is rooted in Scripture and centered on Jesus Christ. Here is what we believe and teach at Destiny Church.
To empower and influence people to find and follow Jesus Christ.
We live out our mission through RIVTD, by Reaching, Inspiring, Validating, Transforming, and Discipling the people God brings to us, locally and online.
"You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it."Matthew 16:16-19
Spirit-filled, Bible-based worship that honors God and centers Jesus Christ.
Sound, practical, life-applicable teaching of the Scriptures.
A welcoming spiritual family for every person, every story, every season.
Personal, confidential, persistent prayer over the needs of our community.
Meeting real needs locally and online with compassion and excellence.
Lives changed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit.
Partner with the ministry.
Your generosity fuels worship, online ministry, teaching, prayer, and pastoral care at Destiny Church. Every gift, large or small, helps people experience Healing, Hope, and Harmony.
"Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."2 Corinthians 9:7
Give a one-time gift or set up recurring giving through Givelify, our secure giving platform.
Give with GivelifyLet us pray with you.
Whatever you are facing, share it with our pastoral team. Every request is personal, prayerful, and confidential.
Our promise to you
- •We pray over every request personally.
- •Your story is held with care and confidentiality.
- •A pastor will follow up if you'd like to talk.
"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."1 Peter 5:7
Everything you want to know, in one place.
From your first visit to joining Bible Study, here are the answers our visitors and church family ask for most often.
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