Convention Program Highlights July 16-18

Theme "TRUE NORTH"

1. Christ the Standard alone by which all direction is determined.
2. True Worship
3. True Foundation
4. Soul Winning
5. Church Planting
6. Discipleship-Bringing the Church to maturity in responsibility and fruitfulness.

The challenge to the Church--
1. Our Objective is Christ's alone.
2. The Church's compass must be aligned to TRUE NORTH.
3. Our Ministries/Goals must pass the TRUE NORTH test. If they don't, realign or discard.

Thursday Evening 7:00 PM

Helpful Information
K. T. Martin

Welcome Overseer and Staff

Challenge and Invocation
" Rise Up, O Church of God" Jason and Laura Cobb

Theme Awareness
"TRUE NORTH"
L. V. Jones

Woodland Hills Worship Team
Daryl McDaniel, Leader

"...That Your Prayers Be Not Hindered" I Peter 3:7
Philip Pruitt

Scripture: John 3: 16,17
Clint Knowles

Evangelism Awareness
"Reaching Our Black Communities"
Gary Archie

"Soul-winning Sent Me To Prison"
Eddie Mitchell

Message and Invitation Michael Willingham


Friday Morning 9:00 AM

Welcome Bill and Nita Noe

Challenge and Invocation
"The Living Church"
Rebecca Mojica

Theme Awareness
"True North"
Scott and Cheryl Williams

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:18, 19
Nick Wilson

Congregational Singing
Nicole Benning

"....That Your Prayers Be Not Hindered" I Peter 3:7
Philip Pruitt

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19
James Adkins

Evangelism Awareness
Church Planting
Dewayne Smith

Accountability Reports
State Office
K. T. and Frances Martin

Camp Boothe
Joey Mojica, Michael Patterson, Raymon Sutton and Vickie Johns

State Offices
Power Point Presentation

Message : "Discipleship-Bringing The Church Into Maturity In Knowledge Of Christ; In Spirituality; In Responsibility; In Fruitfulness"
Brian Sutton



Friday Afternoon 1:30 PM

Challenge and Invocation
Nehemiah 4:1-15
Dorothy Clark

Evangelism Awareness
"Most Unlikely Places"
Terry Taylor
Brian Baysinger

Special Song
Denise Junkins

Scripture: Acts 4:12
Jeff Pardue

Message: "Solo Cristo'-Christ Alone"
James Wallace


Friday Evening 7:00 PM

Welcome
Joey and Lisa Mojica

Challenge and Invocation
I Samuel 16:13; 17:1-4, 8-11, 24, 29, 45, 46
Emerson and Shauna Pope

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18, 19
Tanner Gann

Sheffield-Cliff Haven Worship Team
Garry Lovette, Leader

"..That Your Prayers Be Not Hindered" I Peter 3:7
Philip Pruitt

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:4
Leslie Curtis

Evangelism Awareness
"That My Brethren May Be Saved"
Don Stanton, Dakota Sioux Tribe

Camp Boothe
"Freedom March"
Joey Mojica, Raymon Sutton, Michael Patterson and Board

Special Song
Traci Kirby

Message
Larry Duncan

Invitation
Michael Willingham


Saturday Morning 9:00 AM

Scripture: Isaiah 42:10
Brandon Heacox

Sheffield-Cliff Haven Worship Team
Garry Lovette, Leader

Scripture and Prayer: Ephesians 4: 14-15
John Wessly, John George

Special Song
Stanley Reeves

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27
Roy Miller

Lesson: "The True Foundation"
Janice Miller

Electric Guitar Solo: "Precious Lord"
JR Dilbeck

Message: International Office Representative
H. E. Cardin

Youth Tours-Teen Talent Recognition
Tim Beck

Ordination Service
Deacons
Bishops

"In Memory"
Power Point Presentation
Billie Ruth Jones, directing

Special Song
Nicole Benning

Overseer's Challenge
"Sufficient For Today's Challenge"
I Samual 17: 49

Appointments Affirmation

Closing Challenge
Michael Willingham

A Testimony of Salvation

My son Tristan Fike from New Haven COGOP attended Big Shot Camp for the first time this year, along with me (his Mother) and his Dad. We had a wonderful time. His Dad who does not attend church with us and is not a Christian or should I say was not, has claimed to have received his salvation at BIG SHOT CAMP. He said it was the best time he has had in a long time. To be around people who did not judge him. It is amazing that a 32 year old got saved at a 3-5 year old camp. God is so great! Please keep him in your prayers. His name is Chris Fike. I also want to thank everyone there who took the time to talk with him and the witness that just your lives had shown him.
Jami Fike

Alabama Ladies' Retreat

The Ladies met May 15-16 for their annual retreat. The theme was "Where The Wind Blows" with guest speaker Sylvia Staten from South Caroline. Donna Howard and her team did an outstanding job organizing each event. There were 212 ladies in attendance.

Gordon--Conwell Seminary

This past week end, May 21-24, was the Spring session for the Gordon--Conwell Seminary, Alabama School. The lesson, "The Joy of Ministry-The Book of Philippians" inspired and informed our Students. Dr. Wallace Pratt was the Professor for this class. Our numbers are reflecting steady gains each session. Praise the Lord!

The Student Body composition includes those with no college studies, until now, as well as those who have college level studies and degrees in other areas. There are several students absent from the pictures below.

January school (7-10) will be "Old Testament Survey" with Gordon-Conwell Professor, Jim Breneman.

Awaken Tour--Woodland Hills

On Saturday, May 2nd the Awaken Tour made its stop in Bessemer, AL. The night was amazing as the altar filled with young and old like, responding to the challenge from Heaven. Folks really seemed to catch the Spirit of Urgenecy, realizing we must redeem the time that is at hand. We had a great crowd of about 250. Many of our churches were represented: Greenpond, Hopewell, Tarrant, Short Creek, Pelham, and of course, the hosting church, Woodland Hills. A huge “Thank You” is due to all of our churches that supported this event. Because of your support, we will continue to proved ministry of this nature in your area.

I am so proud of the AWAKEN Team. Keith Morris and his worship band from Hazel Green lead us in “Throne Room” worship. The astrosphere was incredible! We also heard from six anointed ministers. Each spoke on different topics, forming the acronym A.W.A.K.E.N. Our ministers for the night included: Laura Cobb, Nic Jackson, William Wesley, Bethany Beck, Amelia Teshlich, and Jason Cobb. The AWAKEN Drama Group ministered three dramas and one skit. Everything flowing from the pulpit was provoking, inspiring, and life changing.

Truly God has raise up this tour for such a time as this! These pictures shows the entire AWAKEN Team.

Tim Beck, Alabama State Youth Pastor

Heritage Day at the Park

It's Heritage Day at the Park! Heritage Ministries and Youth Ministries have teamed up to bring the entire family, friends, youth and church groups together on June 13, 2009 at Fields of the Wood in Murphy, NC in the great Smoky Mountains. Everyone from the east, west, north and south is welcome.

There will be something for everyone, young and old, including:
Great contemporary & southern gospel music
The Great Heritage Race
Baptismal Service
Games for everyone
Special guest speakers and presenters
The best burgers on sale at the Burger Mountain Cafe (or you can also bring your own picnic lunch if you prefer)
Guided tours of the park
And much, much more!

Activities begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2009. This is a free event. No admission fee is required.

Fields of the Wood
10000 Hwy. 294
Murphy, NC 28906
www.fieldsofthewood.net
(828) 494-7855

We are looking for music, drama and dance groups to participate in our afternoon spectacular. Please contact Paul Holt at (423) 559-5217 (pholt@cogop.org) or Aileen Reid at (423) 559-5304 (areid@cogop.org ) if you would like to participate or for more information. See you at the park!

Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers. Sunday, May 10th is Mother's Day. A Mother's Love is compared to Christ's Love. May you find joy, peace, happiness and the knowledge that you are loved. God bless each of you.