First Pentecostal Church UPCI

Rev. Dennis C. Lewis has faithfully served as the Senior Pastor of the First Pentecostal Church in Gainesville, Texas, since November 11, 2020. A native of Houston, Texas, Pastor Lewis leads with unwavering dedication to his mission of guiding individuals into a personal and transformative relationship with Jesus Christ.

His ministry is a living embodiment of Jeremiah 3:15 (KJV) "And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding." Pastor Lewis embraces the divine calling of spiritual leadership, nurturing and guiding his congregation with wisdom and compassion.

At the heart of the First Pentecostal Church is a steadfast commitment to the teachings of Acts 2:38, proclaiming the unadulterated truth of God’s Word. This cornerstone scripture emphasizes the essential path of salvation through repentance, baptism in Jesus’ name, and the gift of the Holy Ghost. "Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost." (Acts 2:38, KJV)

Rev. Lewis’s ministry is marked by a passion for God and a deep compassion for people. Through his leadership, the First Pentecostal Church thrives as a beacon of faith, hope, and spiritual revival, unwavering in its mission to share the truth of God’s Word with the world.