Come Closer is an effort to unite God’s people in the pursuit of God’s purposes for the Spartanburg area.

Think of us a central hub for strategic, local ministry.

  • We build relational bridges throughout the Spartanburg area that open doors for ministry.

  • We help to shine a light on the deepest spiritual and physical needs that exist.

  • We help to shine a light on trustworthy and effective on ramps for ministry.

  • We work to connect Christians and churches in strategic, effective, ministry efforts.

Chris Pollard

Chris serves as our City Movement Strategist. As a church planter and pastor in our city for the last 17 years, preceded by years working in the government and social service sector, he brings a big picture understanding of our community’s people, resources, and needs. Chris provides overall vision, builds relational bridges among community leaders, and helps to shine a light on ways the Church can make.a difference.

 

Christel Mabry

Christel oozes Jesus! And she loves people! In addition to that, she has endless energy and an extra few doses of the gift of helps. She serves part-time as our ministry assistant and serves selflessly in pursuit of God’s purposes for our city.

***Come Closer is overseen by a Board of Directors that consist of 9 local, respected ministry leaders with a passion for seeing the Church impact the community.