21 Days of Prayer

For the sixth year, I am calling the Church of God of Prophecy to a 21-Day Season of Seeking in the early days of this coming New Year. For 21 days, we will be devoting our efforts and focus to seeking God in the Church of God of Prophecy.

Many will be praying with us through this 21-day season from many nations around the world. Many will be fasting at times through this season, and others will be fasting the entire time with us. As people fast, there will be some on an entire fast, some on a partial fast, some on a Daniel fast and no doubt a variety of other fasts.

But all together we are devoting these days at the beginning of the New Year to pray; praying for God to help us do his will and build his kingdom in great and effective ways this year.

Church of God of Prophecy, I welcome you to join in this marvelous opportunity to start the New Year in a focused "Season of Seeking" in unity with thousands of your brothers and sisters. Each week we will have general prayer directives that we can all unite around and lift up to heaven together. And as we pray through these 21 days I know God will hear us from heaven. I know God will honor His great promise, "Call unto me, and I will answer you, and will show you great and mighty things that you do not know."

I invite you to join in this Season of Seeking this January.

Bishop RE Howard

General Overseer

Daily Prayer Connections

During the "Season of seeking" we invite you to connect with us online via our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cogop. We will be posting daily prayer updates and news throughout the entire prayer initiative.

Church Resources

To watch the "Season of Seeking" promotional video, click here.

To download the "Season of Seeking" promotional video click here.

Weekly prayer target video downloads, prayer/fasting guides, and bulletin inserts will be available starting December 20 at the church's website www.cogop.org. We encourage local churches to visit the site to download these resources for use on each Sunday in January.

Season of Seeking Simulcast

Bishop Howard will be hosting a simulcast prayer event on the evening of January 21, 2012, LIVE from the studios of the International Offices. Mark your calendar now and watch your email inbox for more information.

Season 5 Conference

Season 5
(College & Career) Conference
January 13th - 15th, 2012

Season 5 is an event designed for young adults between the ages of 19-35. Many young adults this age often feel out of place as they are transitioning out of “youth” into “adulthood”. Season 5 Conference is a great place for young adults to find their niche! We discuss issues facing students/young adults this age such as leadership in the church, getting and staying connected, and finding the will of God. It is also a great time for young adults to fellowship and connect with others their age. COST $60.00

Special Guests:
MARK SIMS & MASTER’S COMMISSION

Outdoor activities, He-Brews Coffee Hour,
Small Groups, Bonfire, Recreation,
Christian Education, Praise & Worship

Registration begins on Friday, January 13th @ 4:00 p.m.
Conference ends on Sunday, January 15th @ 3:00 p.m.


Download your application today at campboothe.org

Mail application along with your tuition to:

Season 5 Conference
c/o Camp Boothe
P. O. Box 240
Greenpond, Alabama 35074

Winter Conference 2011

Southeast Conference

March 16-18, 2012 ....Southeast Conference in Ridgecrest N.C.

SIDEWALK PROPHETS
The Sidewalk Prophets are an unlikely group of poets, musicians, and fun-lovers who have been brought together by the blood of Jesus Christ to share the hope, faith, tragedy, and love that is the reality of Christianity. For over seven years the Sidewalk Prophets have been traveling across the United States and overseas sharing the redeeming love of Jesus Christ. They are a dynamic songwriting duo comprised of college dorm-mates-turned-best-friends, David Frey and Ben McDonald. Frey is equipped with an amazing vocal range and a distinct, soulful voice that is full of engaging passion. McDonald brings an undeniable drive and passion for writing songs that will engage both churched and unchurched listeners.

The band has been on the road for the past four years playing more than 125 shows a year worldwide. They've been making thousands of friends and fans in the process. Along the way, the band has achieved some longtime goals of playing with bands they admired as teenagers. The band has had the honor of sharing the stage with acts like Jeremy Camp, Audio Adrenaline, Stellar Kart, Building 429, and Ginny Owens, as well as many others.

The Sidewalk Prophets main focus is to make people feel comfortable being who God has created them to be. Young people today, more than ever, have the task of living in a world that places so much value on fitting in and achieving the perfect image. The band travels with the slogan "Image is nothing...love is everything." Dave from the Sidewalk Prophets explains the bands vision like this, "We have traveled all over the United States working with young people and there is one resounding problem we see. The problem is that our young people are being pressured to live up to the world's standard of success. The world is selling the idea that image is everything but we know that the only way this can be true is by helping God's children, young and old, realize that an image molded after Christ is the only image worth striving for."

The Sidewalk Prophets have had appeal not only to young people but to their parents and grandparents as well. Their musical palette includes an eclectic group of influences from past to present, which allows the band to connect with almost anyone who listens. Their sound is a melting pot which culminates into an original blend of acoustic rock music. Their shows bring the depth of a singer/songwriter and the energy of a rock & roll band.

In June 2007, the band packed their bags and headed south to Nashville, Tennessee, in hopes of expanding their platform to do other types of ministry.

General Overseer Shares His "Dreams"

This week, the General Presbyters and Assembly Committees gathered at the International Offices in Cleveland for their annual Fall Meetings. This time of prayer, dialogue, and planning helps set the course for ministry throughout the year and provides opportunity for leadership to address the urgent needs of our global movement.

On Wednesday, October 19, General Overseer Randall Howard presented his "State of the Offices" address to the General Presbyters, Assembly Committees, and International Office staff. "This time of sharing has developed as a way to let leadership in the Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) know where my mind and heart are so that they would better understand my actions and directives," said Bishop Howard during his opening statements. He continued, "It has evolved into a benchmark moment each year where we ask ourselves 'where have we come from, where are we, and where are we going?' It is good to keep these things in view as we walk along, otherwise we may find we are only taking a walk and in time we may find we have compassed this mountain long enough..

Bishop Howard shared four "dreams" that he and the General Presbyters have identified as they continue to pray about the church's future and implement Vision 2020 into their respective areas. These dreams, as outlined in the presentation were:

• We dream of the financial polity of this network being implemented in every nation of ministry.
• We dream of Leadership Development, building an integrated model to develop spiritually inspired ministerial leadership throughout the COGOP so that the International Offices will one day arrive to the place that our main product is Leadership Development
• We dream that our Vision/Mission/Core Values will become a matrix for the calling, identity, leadership and strategic action of this movement in the next ten years.
• We dream that this movement will become a mighty movement of prayer.

"Today is the day to dream the dreams of God and to walk toward the realization of those dreams by faith." said Bishop Howard. "This church has stepped out to declare that God is still giving dreams and visions. We have stepped out to proclaim that we are willing to move in faith to be dream chasers, Running after the glory of God at the end of everyone of His dreams and visions. Remember, eye has not seen nor ear heard neither has entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for them that love him, but God has revealed them unto us by his spirit, for the Spirit searches all things, yes the deep things of God. Our former General Overseer Brother Murray spoke His dream and God's heart into this body when he said the greatest days of the Church of God of Prophecy are yet to come. We join that dream declaration. God's glory will ever increase on earth and we his people will move with Him to see that day come."

Share The Gospel This Halloween

Don't Let This Opportunity to Share the Gospel Pass You By...

If the Lord knew that one night each year a steady stream of children would come to His door asking for a treat, would He... Run off to church and ignore them so He could fellowship with other believers? Stay home, but turn off the lights and hide in the back room? Use this once-a-year opportunity to share His love with these precious souls? This year, don't let this unique witnessing opportunity slip by. By dropping age appropriate tracts (and some candy) in Trick-or-Treat bags, you can give hundreds of kids (and their families) the Gospel, all without leaving your home. Kids need your help! Give them the Gospel this Halloween. Contact our partners at American Tract Society today to order any of their great Halloween themed Gospel tracts for distribution at your church or home. View ATS' entire catalog of Halloween tracts by clicking here.

REMEMBER! Church of God of Prophecy churches receive a
20% Discount with every order at American Tract Society.

View their entire catalog online at www.atstracts.org or call 800-54-TRACT

Hackleburg's Open House

Hackleburg church hosted an open house for their new parsonage and parsonage family on October 9th. God has blessed this church beyond measure. They are also in the process of rebuilding the Fellowship/Youth Center and auditorium. God is good.....God is faithful.... Above are pictures of the parsonage and open house.

Clergy Appreciation

WELCOME TO FUSION!

WELCOME TO FUSION!

You're invited to FUSION, an intensive training weekend for pastors, youth and children's leaders, including those serving in Christian education and camping ministry.  FUSION will focus on the priority of this young harvest generation, referred to as millennials, and how they can be skillfully woven into the fabric, life, leadership and mission of the congregation. 

During the general sessions, keynote speakers will present on the topics of: Millennials and their Possibilities, Millennials in Leadership, and Millennials and Mission.  These general sessions will be followed by a process session where you, the pastor, and your young harvest ministry team will work together to assess your young harvest strategy and develop a young harvest agenda for your local church.  The breakout sessions will be ministry specific (pastoral leadership, youth, children). 

JOIN US!

October 21-23, 2011 

Westin San Francisco Airport 

Millbrae, CA   

FOR MORE INFORMATION 

To learn more, visit www.operationomega.org 

SOPAS 2011

September 14-17, seventy-five people drove from all over the state to enroll in the Second Term School of Practical and Advanced Studies for Center for Biblical Leadership. They were not disappointed as qualified teachers taught them under the anointing of the Holy Ghost.

We were so honored to have Dr. Hector Ortiz and his wife Dolly in attendance along with Bishop Adrian Varlack and Bishop Mark Menke. These made up the staff for this great gathering.

Everyone left saying they could not wait until the Third Term.

Alabama State Women's Project

Above are some pictures of the project for Sister Faye Lolley. As you remember, Sister Lolley lost everything in the April tornadoes that went through Hackleburg. Alabama ladies came together to assist her in getting her furnishing for her new house back together.

Sister Lolley was overwhemed at the love that was shown her. Below she writes:

I would like to thank everyone for the kindness and generosity that has been shown to me over the last few months. The love and support I have received has been overwhelming and I am truly blessed to be a part of such an amazing group of Godly people.

You will never know how much your kindness means to me and how grateful I am. Thank you so much and God bless you!

Blessings, Faye Lolley

SOPAS 2011

97th International Assembly--July 25-29, 2012

RESERVATIONS OPEN FOR 2012 ASSEMBLY! Reservations are NOW being accepted for the 2012 International Assembly taking place at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky, July 25-29! You may call the Assembly Reservation line at 800-743-3100. The Call Center is open from 9 AM - 5 PM Eastern Standard Time to book your rooms at the special Assembly rates. You may also go to our web site at www.cogop.org/assembly to book your rooms on-line. The web site is available 24 hours per day/7 days per week. We look forward to seeing you at the 2012 International Assembly.

ASSEMBLY WEBSITE Visit the Assembly Website for the latest information and news for the 97th International Assembly. Visit www.cogop.org/assembly today! FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES DOWNTOWN 100 E. Jefferson Street Rate $95.00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast and Internet Complimentary parking Located 0.6 miles from the Assembly Site GALT HOUSE HOTEL 140 North 4th Street Rate $123.00 Deluxe rooms Discounted parking rate $5.00 Located 0.3 miles from the Assembly Site HYATT REGENCY LOUISVILLE 320 West Jefferson Street Rate $123.00 Discounted parking rate $5.00 Located 0.4 miles from the Assembly Site LOUISVILLE MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN 280 West Jefferson Street Rate $123.00 Discounted parking rate $5.00 Located 0.4 miles from the Assembly Site RESIDENCE INN DOWNTOWN 333 E. Market Street Rate $99.00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast and Internet Complimentary Parking Located 0.6 miles from the Assembly Site SPRINGHILL SUITES DOWNTOWN 132 E. Jefferson Street Rate $99.00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast & internet Complimentary Parking Located 0.6 miles from the Assembly Site RAMADA PLAZA LOUISVILLE 9700 Bluegrass Parkway Rate: $69.95 Complimentary Parking Complimentary Internet Located 12.1 miles from the Assembly Site

Convention Appointments 2011-2013

Retiring

Adelle Caldwell, Dean Clair

Leave

William Butler, Michael Caldwell, Dale Dilbeck, Roy Prescott, Christopher Wallace

State Administrative Office

Overseer-Bishop L. V. Jones, Receptionist- Secretary, Asst Editor--Billie Ruth Jones, Accountant-Frances Martin, Women Ministry-Donna Howard, Technology-Joshua Lynn, Youth Pastor-Timothy Beck

State Convention Business

• New Business •Research •Interpretation of past Acts •Questions

Anthony Burns, Presbyter

John Billy Butler, Hoyt Holcomb, Joseph Jones, Stanley Reeves, Damon Rose

Budget/Stewardship

• Annual Tithe Promotion• Investments• Annual Budgets• Accountability

• Resourcing

K. T. Martin, Presbyter until 1/01/12

Terry Gann, Designate 1/01/12

Bob Collins, Shelba Farr, Michael Folker, Dian Elmore, Frances Martin

Trustees/Property

• Oversight of state property (excluding Camp Boothe)

K. T. Martin, Presbyter

Frances Martin, Secretary, Michael Folker, Terry Gann, Charles Farr

Leadership Development• Education• New Licensure Reviews

Philip Pruitt, Presbyter

Gary Archie, William Noe, Sylvester Smith, Judy Lyles, John Wessly

Disaster Relief Team

Camp Boothe • Camps • Retreats • Business • Development

Joey Mojica--Presbyter, Tim Beck --Camps and Retreats Coordinator, J. D. Mann--Business/Finance, Mike Patterson--Operations, Brian Sutton/ Cathi Jones---Rentals/Media/Website,

Phillip Johns--Facility Manager/Caretaker,

Harvest Team • Evangelism • Church Growth • Church Planting • Training

L. V. Jones, Presbyter

Bryan Baysinger, State Evangelist/Outreach Trainer

Presbyter-At-Large James C. Williams

Districts & Presbyters

Anniston District Presbyter--A. L. Henderson

Anniston, Odenville, Heflin Mission, Moody- Trinity

Lincoln, Munford- Silver Run

Birmingham District Presbyter–Gary Archie

Alton, Pinson, East Lake, Tarrant

Collinsville District Presbyter–Beecher Tanner

Boaz, Gadsden, Browntown, Guntersville, Collinsville, Leesburg,

Cunningham Bridge, Mentone, Fort Payne

Dothan District Presbyter–Morris Bates

Dothan , Elba

Huntsville District Presbyter–Terry Taylor

Altoona, Arab, Decatur, Elkmont, Grant, Hartselle, Hazel Green,

Huntsville-Bell Road, –Mastin Lake Rd, –Mission, Madison, Rock Cliff , Summerbrook

Jasper District Presbyter–John Butler

Carbon Hill, Cordova, Jasper-Airport Road, -Boldo, Parrish, Short Creek, Twilleytown, Winfield

Mobile District Presbyter–Ernest Pigorsch

Bayou La Batre, Citronelle, Grove Hill, Mobile- Chickasaw, - Johnson Road, Poarch, Robertsdale

Pelham District Presbyter–K. T. Martin

Bessemer–Hopewell Road, -Woodland Hills, Clanton, Calera, Dry

Valley, Montgomery, Pelham

Shoals District Presbyter-Brian Sutton

Hackleburg, Haleyville, Hamilton, Happy Hill, Moulton, Phil Campbell, Red Bay, Russellville, Sheffield

Sterrett District Presbyter–Terry Gann

Alexander City, Goodwater, Sterrett, Sylacauga

Tuscaloosa District Presbyter–William Noe

Aliceville, Cottondale, Eoline, Fayette -Hwy 43, -Spanish Mission, Gordo - Brown's Chapel, - Hwy 82,

Green Pond- Eastern Valley Rd, -Tannehill Mission, Tuscaloosa, West Blocton

Churches Pastors

Alexander City Jeremiah Beard, Sr.

Aliceville G. C. Pate

Birmingham:

Alton Jim Kelly

East Lake Highlands Gary Archie

Pinson Parkway Philip Pruitt

Tarrant City Judy Lyles

Altoona Terry Taylor, Sr.

Anniston-Praise and Worship-Sylvester Smith

Arab Elmer Atchley

Bayou La Batre Walter DeGeer

Bessemer-Hopewell Road Joey Mojica

Bessemer-Woodland Hills James Wallace

Boaz Joshua Lynn

Browntown Beecher Tanner

Calera-Harvest Chapel Herby L. Miller

Carbon Hill John Billy Butler

Citronelle Brenda Smith

Clanton Jeff Logan

Collinsville-Harvest Center-Robert Garman

Cordova Bobby Ray Patterson

Cottondale-Community Ronald Martin

Cunningham Bridge Carl Butler

Decatur Stanley Reeves

Dothan Morris Bates

Dry Valley Steve Chance

Elba Avene Lewis

Elkmont Joseph Jones

Eoline Kenneth Humphries

Fayette Brent Smalley

Fort Payne Annzella Abernathy

Gadsden-Living Waters George Wyrosdick

Goodwater-Joyful Praise Leon Washburn

Gordo :

Hwy 82 Damon Rose

Brown’s Chapel Kenneth Elmore

Grant-Sanctuary on the Mountain- Leslie Curtis

Green Pond William Noe

Grove Hill Joshua Lynn

Guntersville Ralph Schnelle

Hackleburg Clint Knowles

Haleyville-Pathway Luther Rye

Hamilton-New Heights James Clanton

Happy Hill Curtis Sutton

Harris Chapel James Ramsey

Hartselle Christopher Bates

Hazel Green Harold St.Clair

Heflin-Mission Charles Boyd

Huntsville:

Huntsville Mission Hoyt Holcomb

Huntsville-Bell Road Wayne Christmas

Huntsville-Mastin Lake-John Paul Benning

Jasper:

Airport Road Leland Lowery

Boldo Roy Lynn Hitt

Leesburg Timothy Douglas

Lincoln James Oliver

Madison-World Out-Reach Ministries- John Wessly

Mentone (in training)– Whitney Smith

Mobile:

Chickasaw Ernest Pigorsch

Johnson Road Kelly Williams

Montgomery Jackie Cleveland

Moody-Trinity Worship A. L. Henderson

Moulton Billy Stevens

Munford-Silver Run Charles Boyd

Odenville Ben Howard

Parrish Cephus Prophitt

Pelham Krameon Martin

Phil Campbell Wes Hallman

Poarch Patsy Pritchett

Red Bay Jerome Key

Robertsdale Jeanette Hadley

Rock Cliff Betty Branch

Russellville-Living Word James Martin Fell

Sheffield-Cliff Haven Brian Sutton

Short Creek Shane Pate

Sterrett Terry Gann

Summerbrook Anthony Burns

Sylacauga E. L. Croyle

Tanniehill-Mission Wilton Price

Tuscaloosa Kenneth Humphries

Twilley Town Donald Stanton

West Blocton Larry Webb

Winfield-City Family Dewayne Smith

Take the Lead---Institute of Children's Ministry

More Convention Pictures

Gordon-Conwell Graduation July, 2011