01
The Bible
We believe the Holy Scriptures are the inspired Word of God and the final authority for faith, doctrine and Christian living.
Houston, Texas
Elim Tabernacle
A Place of Provision, A People of Purpose
A brand new church in the city of Houston — Christ-centered, Spirit-filled and committed to building a place where lives are strengthened, families are restored and people discover purpose in God.
Sunday Gathering
4:00 PM
In-person worship, preaching, prayer and fellowship.
Tuesday Gathering
7:30 PM
One Hour of Power — our virtual gathering for the Word and prayer.
Houston Location
To Be Announced
Our gathering location is being finalized. Watch for updates.
Welcome to Elim
There is still a place where God provides.
Elim Tabernacle is a new work with an old message: Jesus Christ still saves, fills with the Holy Ghost, restores families, heals broken places and calls His people to holy and purposeful living. Whether you are rooted in church, returning after time away or simply looking for a place to encounter God, there is room for you at Elim.
“They came to Elim, where were twelve wells of water, and threescore and ten palm trees.”Exodus 15:27
Our History
2017–Present
Continuing the Work
We came home to finish what the Lord started.
In 2017, Pastor J. D. Charlot was joined in life and ministry by Elect-Lady Latosha Charlot, beginning a shared season of ministry in Houston. The Lord later led their family away from Houston for a season of pastoral service, growth and preparation.
After six years away, God led them back home—not to start over, but to continue and finish the work He placed in their hearts. Elim Tabernacle is the continuation of that assignment: A Place of Provision, A People of Purpose.
What We Believe & Value
Rooted in the Apostolic faith. Centered in Jesus Christ.
We are committed to the historic Apostolic Pentecostal witness of the New Testament: a Christ-centered, Spirit-filled church that honors Scripture, proclaims the Gospel, lives holy, prays fervently, praises sincerely and believes in the delivering power of Jesus Christ.
02
Jesus Christ
We believe Jesus Christ is Lord, the Son of God, the Savior of the world and the center of our faith. We gladly worship, preach and serve Him while extending Christian fellowship to believers who faithfully confess His deity, lordship, saving work, death, burial and resurrection.
03
The Gospel
We proclaim the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ and call every person to respond to the Gospel in faith and obedience.
04
New Birth
We believe the apostolic response of Acts 2:38: repentance, baptism in the name of Jesus Christ and the gift of the Holy Ghost.
05
Holy Ghost
We believe the Holy Ghost is for the Church today, empowering believers for worship, witness, transformation and victorious Christian living.
06
Holy Living
We believe holiness is the believer's response to a holy God, expressed through consecrated character, conduct, relationships and daily life.
07
Prayer & Intercession
We are committed to personal prayer, corporate prayer and intercession, seeking the face of God and standing in the gap for families, communities and those in need.
08
Sincere Praise
We believe praise should come from the heart and be offered freely unto God. We encourage rejoicing, lifting our voices and dancing before the Lord without shame.
09
Deliverance
We believe Jesus Christ still saves, heals, restores and delivers. Why should you die before your time, and why should you continue suffering while others are being healed? There is power in the name of Jesus, and freedom is still available.
Our Leadership
Serving with conviction, compassion and purpose.
Bishop & Elect-Lady CharlotLeading Elim Tabernacle in Houston, Texas
Called to Houston
Building a ministry for generations.
Bishop J. D. Charlot, Sr. and Elect-Lady Latosha Charlot serve together with a shared burden to build a healthy, Spirit-filled church where the Apostolic faith is preached, people are loved, families are strengthened and every believer is challenged to walk in purpose.
Bishop J. D. Charlot, Sr.
Senior Pastor & Founder
Bishop Charlot has preached the Gospel since the age of five and was consecrated to the Bishopric in 2020. He graduated summa cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership. A preacher, teacher, husband and father, he and his wife are the parents of Jael D. and J. D., Jr. He carries a burden to establish Elim Tabernacle as a strong, prayerful and enduring work in Houston.
Elect-Lady Latosha Charlot
First Lady & Founder
Elect-Lady Charlot is an ordained Minister, Prophetess, wife and mother who was raised in the Apostolic faith and represents the fourth generation of preachers in her family. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and is a woman of prayer, quiet strength and dignity. She believes deeply in the power of praise and serves with a passion for empowering women, strengthening families and cultivating spiritual wholeness.
Connect With Elim
How can we serve you?
Use this form to plan a visit, request baptism, submit a prayer request, ask about membership, or contact our ministry team.
Speaking Engagements
Invite Bishop J. D. Charlot, Sr.
For preaching, revivals, conferences, leadership gatherings, episcopal consulting or other ministry engagements, contact Bishop Charlot directly.
Ways to Give
Support the work of Elim.
Our electronic giving options are currently being updated. We are grateful for your desire to support the ministry, and secure giving information will be posted here when it becomes available.
Giving Update
Coming Soon
New giving options will be posted here.
Our Affiliations
Connected in Fellowship. Apostolic in Faith.
Elim Tabernacle is affiliated with the Texas State Council and the Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith International, Inc. (PCAFI).