Our Journey from a Women's Ministry to a Thriving Church

Rooted in faith, growing through resilience
Fortitude Church began seven years ago as Women of Wisdom and Wellness, a small ministry led by Pastor Dr. Donna Medley behind a salon chair. From sharing stories of perseverance with clients, it blossomed into a vibrant community dedicated to spiritual strength and support. Today, we serve diverse members, fostering growth through faith and practical guidance.

"With God all things are possible"

Fortitude Church centers its mission on teaching believers to stand firm in faith and persevere through life's challenges. Rooted in biblical truth, we emphasize resilience as a spiritual discipline essential for fulfilling God’s purpose.
Our core beliefs focus on God’s unwavering strength in weakness, the power of community support, and the call to live with courage and hope. We equip members to develop spiritual fortitude that sustains them through every season.

Our Mission and Core Beliefs

Donna Medley

Doctor of Theology, Pastor, Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur

Dr. Pastor Donna Medley is the proud mother of five children: Delonte, Gekiia (Isaac), Donald, Donovan, and Genesis. She is also a grandmother to two, Solomon and Imanuel (Gekiia/Isaac). Dr. Donna is the visionary founder of Fortitude Church in Rock Hill, SC, as well as Women of Wisdom and Wellness, WOWW Ministries. Since 2016, she has been empowering individuals through various initiatives, including women’s gatherings, Fortitude Strong Magazine, retreats, devotionals, workbooks, and books.

Through these meaningful avenues, Dr. Donna inspires others to persevere with tenacity and purpose, even in the face of trauma, tests, and trials. She equips individuals with essential tools to navigate challenges and overcome obstacles, guided by the Holy Spirit. Dr. Donna encourages everyone to cultivate belief, faith, and hope in the Lord, affirming that their latter days will surpass their former days.

testimonial

I gained exactly what I wanted - fellowship and relationship. I have

had fun being with my "sisters", but I have gotten to know them more

and make more of a friendship with them. It has enabled me to feel

so much more connected, like I am forming the "tribe" I desire to

have in life. I found that even though I am "different" in some ways

than everyone else, I can still be comfortable (this has always been a

major problem for me - feeling like I don't belong, or need to act a

certain way to fit in)...

Julie A.