With nearly 30 years in ministry experience, I have seen church structures of all types in countries spreading four continents. These churches reflect small house gatherings, community centers of faith, and even large religious enterprises. Some of these church type structures are small, some large, some with plain architecture and others resembling ornate colonial type …
The Bible teaches us to give honor to whom honor is due. I do not know of any position in the Church that deserves more honor than a God-called, God-anointed pastor. A pastor is a shepherd, a minister in spiritual and jurisdictional charge of a church congregation or community. Jeremiah 3:15 states, “And I will …
Most children grow up inspired by tales of heroes—men and women who are made aware of a wrongdoing and set out to make it right without consideration of their own personal welfare. They watch with amazement at the adventures of characters such as the Lone Ranger or Superman or Frodo Baggins facing insurmountable odds and …
While the preaching role of the pastor is perhaps the most visible element of ministry, most would agree that these ministers actually fulfill a three dimensional ministry of preaching, teaching and counseling. In this article, I’d like to explore how each of these roles serve to benefit the health and wholeness of the local church. …
Announcing our 2015 Reader Survey! The White Wing Messenger is the official publication of the Church of God of Prophecy and we are constantly seeking feedback to help meet the needs of modern readers and church members around the globe. We would be grateful if you would take a few minutes to complete this survey HERE. As a …
Recently, I opened the pages of a book on ministry leadership and was confronted with these words: Every pastor is an interim pastor. Few ministers consider that truth. Few are eager to admit that their time with their present church will one day end. But ultimately, all pastors are interim because the day when a …
As a child, my response to the question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” was not your typical childhood response. At the age where many children responded “an astronaut” or “a singer”, my response was “I want to be a missionary to Africa.” It’s a definite call that I have known …
Transition is a part of life every human experiences. We transition through age, physically, geographically, mentally, etc. In ministry we experience transition. In my ministry of more than 25 years, I have transitioned from my first sermon, (which was way too long) to local youth volunteer, youth pastor, state youth director and to my current …
Weekend included film screening, concert and multiple workshops The second CREATE conference, sponsored by the Communications Department of the Church of God of Prophecy International Offices, was held the first weekend of May, bringing together more than 60 creatives and aspiring creatives eager to learn more about talents, inspiration and leadership. The weekend was full …
Youth camps are where all the fun happens! Across the country and around the world, a new generation is being evangelized and being trained for ministry in camp settings. Find your nearest location and support it through prayer, financial resources and by sending the young people you know for a life-changing moment! ***Note: These dates …