We are the church in the ‘hood that will do you good.
Senior Pastor, New Life Cathedral Chief Prelate, Dunamis Covenant Connection
ARCHBISHOP ROBERT JOEL ROCHFORD SR.
ARCHBISHOP ROBERT JOEL ROCHFORD SR.
Archbishop Robert Joel Rochford Sr. is a native of Brooklyn, New York. Handpicked by God from amongst a family of great ministry gifts, he accepted Jesus Christ at the age of 14 and began preaching the Gospel at just 15 years old. As a visionary, pastor, preacher, musician and author, Archbishop Rochford has dedicated more than half of his life to fulfilling God’s will and is a living testimony of the power of God at work in the life of His beloved.
In the early years of his ministry Archbishop Rochford was groomed by his eldest brother, the late Apostle Norman Rochford and he traveled extensively ministering at crusades with his brother Dr. Milton Rochford and sister Dr. Lavonne Burno. His passion for preaching and his love for the word of God continued to grow, as did his reputation as a man of God. In 1979, Bishop Rochford answered God’s call to leadership and established New Life Cathedral in Brooklyn, NY. He has served faithfully as the senior pastor for over 35 years and the ministry continues to flourish. Archbishop Rochford is presently commissioning local pastors to establish satellite churches in the metropolitan area. The first of four new ministries was birthed in Queens, New York in 2007. The second ministry was birthed in Brooklyn in 2010.
As a leader who understands the power of submission, in 1990 Archbishop Rochford joined the Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc. under the leadership of Archbishop Roy E. Brown. In 1994, he was consecrated and elevated to the episcopacy. In 2012, after 22 years of service in the Assemblies including 17 years as the First Assistant to the Presiding Bishop, the Lord released Archbishop Rochford to establish the Dunamis Covenant Connection, an organization through which he provides Apostolic oversight to pastors and churches. He was installed as the Chief Prelate of Dunamis in 2013. On July 8, 2016, he was officially elevated to the archbishopric.
Even with immense ministry responsibilities, Archbishop Rochford is dedicated to his family. His experience as a husband and father coupled with his passion for ministering to families was the source of inspiration for his first book Bone of My Bone, Flesh of My Flesh, a relationship manual emphasizing the importance of marriage. He lovingly adored and cherished his wife Senior Executive Pastor Lois Elaine Rochford for 34 years until she was called to glory. On August 10, 2017 Archbishop Rochford was given a second chance at love and was blessed to be joined in marriage with Elect Lady Pamela Rochford. He is the father of two adult children, Pastor Melaine Rochford and Minister Robert Rochford II.
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Prayer Request
We must pray for one another, love each other, be kind to one another, forgive one another, help one another, and be there for one another, through good times and bad. We must be a community of love and support.
Prayer is a powerful tool that can help us connect with God and each other. When we pray for others, we are showing them that we care about them and that we are there for them. Love is the foundation of any strong community. When we love each other, we are willing to put the needs of others before our own. We are also willing to forgive each other when we make mistakes. Forgiveness is essential for healing and moving forward. Helping others is a way of showing them that we care about them and that we want to make a difference in their lives. Being there for others, through good times and bad, is one of the most important things we can do. When we are there for each other, we are building a strong community of love and support.
Bringing New Life to New York. Reaching and Transforming Our Generation Through The Power of God
Who we are
New Life Church is an uplifting sanctuary in the heart of Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood. For two decades, we have been spreading positivity with our motto, “We are the church in the ‘hood that will do you good.” Rooted in faith, we uphold the values of community, worship, prayer, and love. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our transformative programs that aim to touch, teach, and lift up our local community. Join us in experiencing the power of God and the spirit of unity at New Life Church.
