World Harvest Church Elkhart

The history of many prominent Christian ministries begin humbly. Rod Parsley and World Harvest Church is no exception.
In 1986 the congregation – then known as Word of Life Church – purchased 57 acres in the corn fields of Columbus. When the church moved into its current facilities, it was re-named World Harvest Church in honor of Rod Parsley’s mentor and pastor, Dr. Lester Sumrall (who had been based in South Bend, Indiana, since 1963). Today it is the church home to more than 10,000 people.

The mission of World Harvest Church Elkhart stems from Rod Parsley’s heart – to place the jewel of a soul in the crown of our Savior that the lamb of god slain may receive the reward of his suffering. With a church family representing every age and ethnicity. We are eager to Love God and Love People.