Pastor Juan Marchelle Goodson is a man of genuine compassion with a heart for God, service to God’s people, and a sincere thirst for souls. He is focused on developing next-generation leaders with integrity, stability, and a passionate love for Jesus Christ. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Restoration Ministries in Charlotte, North Carolina. Pastor Goodson also serves as District Superintendent of the C.E. Anderson, Sr. Fellowship District and as Jurisdictional Chief Adjutant for the North Carolina Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction under the leadership of Bishop S. E. Powell, Jr. With years of service spanning decades, he has ministered across music and arts, teaching, administration, and church operations, bringing both spiritual conviction and practical excellence. He is a graduate of Clark-Atlanta University with a degree in Business Administration (Finance). Pastor Goodson is a strong advocate for family and often serves alongside his wife, Pastor J. Nicole Goodson, and their daughters, Jazmin and Jayda. He is committed to Spirit-led ministry that restores lives through God’s Word, prayer, and practical discipleship.

Pastor J. Nicole Goodson is a native of Valdosta, Georgia, and currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving alongside her husband in the pastorate of Restoration Ministries COGIC; a cutting-edge church in the heart of an urban community. She can easily be found busy in the business of upbuilding the Kingdom of God, working feverishly in whatever capacity is necessary to help bring the vision to pass and accomplish the mission. Coming from a family of singers and musicians, it was at an early age that the Lord anointed her for what she does today. Pastor J. Nicole is a Psalmist, Evangelist, Intercessor, Counselor, and Encourager. She has undeniably been endowed with many gifts from God. At the beginning of her ministry, her vocal ability and inclination to music were most noticeable. She carries a serious anointing to sing and teach and is a true worshipper who enjoys seeing the people of God healed, delivered, and set free. Becoming a distinguished musical virtuoso has afforded her the privilege to record songs with the Central Georgia State Choir, Donnell Peterson & Rhema, and to serve various churches through the years working in and leading their music ministries. Pastor J. Nicole actively guides the musical arts of Restoration Ministries as Minister of Music and Praise and Worship Leader. She also oversees the C. E. Anderson, Sr. Fellowship District Music Department. She has two singles entitled “Holy” and “Jesus Is My Friend,” which are available for download on all digital outlets. Pastor J. Nicole says, “I am just amazed at what God is doing and I give Him all glory and praise.” One of her favorite scriptures is, “I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth; I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:1, 4 Upon graduating from high school, she relocated to Atlanta, Georgia. Soon after, a new chapter in her life was opened when she met the man who would become her husband. Pastor J. Nicole has been married to Superintendent Juan M. Goodson, Senior Pastor and founder of Restoration Ministries COGIC, for 29 years. They are the proud parents of two beautiful daughters and grandparents to an adorable grandson. Above all of the accomplishments to her credit and the many accolades bestowed upon her, Pastor J. Nicole is most confident in this one thing: she is saved, sanctified, and Holy Ghost filled. She loves God with all of her heart and seeks to please Him in all she does. One of her greatest desires is to see the people of God empowered through her ministry to destroy Satan’s influence and further expand the Kingdom of God.