Hey, we're the Masindes

Finding the Right Church for Your Family is a Big Decision

We had many of the same questions you might have so here's everything you need to know about CLF so you and your kids feel comfortable and confident on your first Sunday.

YOUR FIRST SUNDAY

Here's exactly what'll happen

No surprises. We want you to feel like you've already been here before you walk in.

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Service Lasts 10:30-12:30

Most people stick around to chat afterwards, but if you need to slip out — especially with kids in tow — no one will think twice about it.

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Service Lasts 10:30-12:30

Most people stick around to chat afterwards, but if you need to slip out — especially with kids in tow — no one will think twice about it.

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Wear whatever feels comfortable

You'll see everything from jeans and sneakers to something a little more put together. There's genuinely no dress code.

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Wear whatever feels comfortable

You'll see everything from jeans and sneakers to something a little more put together. There's genuinely no dress code.

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We won't hunt you down

No awkward follow-up calls. If you want to connect, we'll make it easy — but we'll never pressure you.

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We won't hunt you down

No awkward follow-up calls. If you want to connect, we'll make it easy — but we'll never pressure you.

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We're a little hard to find

We're a growing church in a building that wasn't designed for easy navigation. Click the map button below and we'll get you to the right door.

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We're a little hard to find

We're a growing church in a building that wasn't designed for easy navigation. Click the map button below and we'll get you to the right door.

for your kids

This isn't just another church

We know you've got options - and there's many great churches out there, here's a few things that make us different.

More than 3 Songs and Sermon

Our gatherings aren’t a religious routine. We leave space for worship, prayer, and real encounters with God.

Our gatherings aren’t a religious routine. We leave space for worship, prayer, and real encounters with God.

We don't do fake

We care more about genuine connection and life together than putting on a good front.

We care more about genuine connection and life together than putting on a good front.

We care about the person on Monday

We care more about real growth in your life than just showing up on Sundays.

We care more about real growth in your life than just showing up on Sundays.

in their words

What Other Families Say

"…restored my marriage…"

"…restored my marriage…"

We are so incredibly grateful for CLF! God has used this church body to do the miraculous in our family. He restored my marriage and brought our children into the Kingdom. From the very beginning, we were never treated like a number — we were welcomed into authentic fellowship, intentional discipleship, and a culture that truly values legacy. We are so thankful to have found a place that feels like home for our entire family.

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Natasha David

"…actually care…"

"…actually care…"

We moved here in 2023 from Romania after my wife was praying and sensed God clearly say, “Zebulon.” Over time, we realized He was leading us here and ultimately to CLF. The past few years have been difficult for our family, but through it all, this church has stayed with us and walked alongside us. It isn't just a place to hear a good sermon but they actually care about people.

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Cameron Kelly

A Moment from our pastors

Hear From the Pastors

Rather than putting together a staged script, this spontaneous moment

from 2025 best describes the heart of our pastors and our church family.

community at clf

More Than a Sunday Morning

"CLF has been more than a church to us its where we built our life. I met my wife here. We were married here. Were raising our kids here. Our marriage has grown stronger, and our kids are thriving in a community that truly cares. Families matter here. And when families grow, the church grows with them."

Nelson Masinde, member since 2002

the real questions

You're probably wondering

These are real questions we asked before visiting churches. We'll do our best to answer here, but these are conversation the leaders would love to have.

What background checks do you require for anyone working with children?

Are your leaders held accountable?

How will our family and marriage be supported?

What if we visit and decide CLF isn't the right fit for our family?

Come Say Hi!

We'll make sure you (and your family) don't feel strangers.

3209 Gresham Lake rd, Suite 136, Raleigh, NC 27615