About Us
About Us

Dr. Wayne Stafford
Executive Director
Greetings to all in the name that is above every name, the Lord Jesus Christ!
We certainly hope & pray that this web site will be an encouragement to all who have found themselves here & bring honor and glory to Jesus Christ our Lord. It’s a great honor and privilege to be the founder and pastor of Pilgrims Way Baptist Church here in Rutherfordton, NC! I was born and raised here in Rutherford County and was saved on March 30, 1997. Later, with much fear and faith, I surrendered the call of God to preach in November 15, 2002!
I am married to my beautiful wife Kara over 20 years, and we are blessed to have four precious children, Savannah, Elijah, Johannah, and Josiah! I have earned both my Master & Doctorate Degrees in Ministry from the Foothills Theological School, Landrum SC. Here at Pilgrims Way we are still thrilled about the things God has done for us in these last 9 years and feel like the Psalmist when he said, “The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.” We are looking for more in the years to come.
1 John 4:19 – We love HIM, because HE first loved us.

Dr. Wayne Stafford
Executive Director
Greetings to all in the name that is above every name, the Lord Jesus Christ!
We certainly hope & pray that this web site will be an encouragement to all who have found themselves here & bring honor and glory to Jesus Christ our Lord. It’s a great honor and privilege to be the founder and pastor of Pilgrims Way Baptist Church here in Rutherfordton, NC! I was born and raised here in Rutherford County and was saved on March 30, 1997. Later, with much fear and faith, I surrendered the call of God to preach in November 15, 2002!
I am married to my beautiful wife Kara over 20 years, and we are blessed to have four precious children, Savannah, Elijah, Johannah, and Josiah! I have earned both my Master & Doctorate Degrees in Ministry from the Foothills Theological School, Landrum SC. Here at Pilgrims Way we are still thrilled about the things God has done for us in these last 9 years and feel like the Psalmist when he said, “The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.” We are looking for more in the years to come.
1 John 4:19 – We love HIM, because HE first loved us.

Dr. Wayne Stafford
Executive Director
Greetings to all in the name that is above every name, the Lord Jesus Christ!
We certainly hope & pray that this web site will be an encouragement to all who have found themselves here & bring honor and glory to Jesus Christ our Lord. It’s a great honor and privilege to be the founder and pastor of Pilgrims Way Baptist Church here in Rutherfordton, NC! I was born and raised here in Rutherford County and was saved on March 30, 1997. Later, with much fear and faith, I surrendered the call of God to preach in November 15, 2002!
I am married to my beautiful wife Kara over 20 years, and we are blessed to have four precious children, Savannah, Elijah, Johannah, and Josiah! I have earned both my Master & Doctorate Degrees in Ministry from the Foothills Theological School, Landrum SC. Here at Pilgrims Way we are still thrilled about the things God has done for us in these last 9 years and feel like the Psalmist when he said, “The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.” We are looking for more in the years to come.
1 John 4:19 – We love HIM, because HE first loved us.
In April 2018, we began our walk of faith by leasing, much remodeling, to now, just a few years later it’s having our Phase 1 facility paid off. We give all the glory to God, His Church, to our Christian partners like you all. AMEN!
We have served over 55 men since opening up in April 2019. Now, with a few years experience, we see a need for a Phase 2 Home. The Phase 2 Home, would serve those men who graduate our Phase 1 program and serve as an advanced step for a successful transition back into society. We earnestly covet your prayers as we seek to honor God in our service for Him.
In April 2018, we began our walk of faith by leasing, much remodeling, to now, just a few years later it’s having our Phase 1 facility paid off. We give all the glory to God, His Church, to our Christian partners like you all. AMEN!
We have served over 55 men since opening up in April 2019. Now, with a few years experience, we see a need for a Phase 2 Home. The Phase 2 Home, would serve those men who graduate our Phase 1 program and serve as an advanced step for a successful transition back into society. We earnestly covet your prayers as we seek to honor God in our service for Him.

The Pilgrim's Pathway Thrift Store
Mary, Delaney, and Carrie (left to right)
Our thrift store is up and running here in Spindale, NC! You can find anything from furniture, clothing, books, decor, home goods, to toys and games. All proceeds from our thrift store go directly to our Men’s Home! We are open 10-5 Monday-Friday and 10-2 on Saturdays. We would love for you come visit us, or contact us for more information. We are so thankful for all the donations that make this mission possible.
The Pilgrim's Pathway Thrift Store
Mary, Delaney, and Carrie (left to right)
Our thrift store is up and running here in Spindale, NC! You can find anything from furniture, clothing, books, decor, home goods, to toys and games. All proceeds from our thrift store go directly to our Men’s Home! We are open 10-5 Monday-Friday and 10-2 on Saturdays. We would love for you come visit us, or contact us for more information. We are so thankful for all the donations that make this mission possible.

The Pilgrim's Pathway Thrift Store
Mary, Delaney, and Carrie (left to right)
Our thrift store is up and running here in Spindale, NC! You can find anything from furniture, clothing, books, decor, home goods, to toys and games. All proceeds from our thrift store go directly to our Men’s Home! We are open 10-5 Monday-Friday and 10-2 on Saturdays. We would love for you come visit us, or contact us for more information. We are so thankful for all the donations that make this mission possible.