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GENERAL PRESBYTERS

David BrowderAsia, Australia, and Oceania

Tim CoalterNorth America

Clayton EndecottEurope, CIS, and the Middle East

Ben FelizMexico, Central America, and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean

Clayton MartinCaribbean and the Atlantic Ocean Islands

Stephen MasilelaAfrica

Gabriel E. VidalSouth America

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ScheduleWednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Assembly for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Youth Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Helpful InformationAppointments (2014–2016)

Committee/Trustees/Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42International Ministry Departments . . . . . . . . . . 42National/Regional/State Overseers . . . . . . . . . . 43

Assembly App/Social Media/Webcast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Assembly Planning and Management Team . . . . . . . . 6Audio/Video Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Departments

Center for Biblical Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Global Missions Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Gordon-Conwell/ACTS/Pentecostal . . . . . . . . . . 35Theological Seminary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Leadership Development and Discipleship . . . . 32Prayer Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38White Wing Messenger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Exhibit Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Exhibitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7International Offices Ministry Booths . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Special Guests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Workshop Synopses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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ASSEMBLY TASK FORCE99th International Assembly

Assembly Task Force ChairmanPaul Holt

Planning & OperationsBudget & Finance

Site SelectionTask Force Oversight

Division OneJohn Payne

Audio/Video OperationsLighting

Stage SetupDecorating (General Session)

Division ThreeMike Luithle

Audio/Video TapingWebcastingProjection

General IT Needs

Division FiveMichael Hernandez

Translation SetupTranslation Coordinator

Division SevenGene Browning

White Wing BookstoreExhibitors

Food ServiceCD/DVD Duplication & Sales

Decorating (Exhibit Hall)Security (Exhibit Hall)

Division SixDeWayne Hamby

ClerksPromotion & Marketing

PhotographySocial Media

Program / Signage

Division EightRobert DavisHost Overseer

Team Advisor

HospitalityLiaison to Host City

Volunteer Recruitment

Division FourJoshua Lynn

Ushers/SecurityHealth & Emergency

Handicap ServicesNursery

Division TwoEddie Hartman

HousingRegistration

MoveParking

Delegate Shuttle

Assembly Liaison to the General Overseer

Shaun McKinleyProgramming/ Website

ProductionStage Operations

Committee ReportsMedia

General OverseerSam Clements

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ASSEMBLY REGISTRATION AND OPERATIONS OFFICE—The Assembly Operations Coordinator has an office at the Gatlin Registration 1. Representatives are available to assist you in any way possible.

GLOBAL MISSIONS MINISTRIES—Several events will be hosted during this Assembly. Please see information on page 30, 31. Stop by our booth to purchase Mission Breakfast tickets and to pick up free missions materials and information regarding the global missions network of the Church, including resources for Harvest Partners Ministry, Helping Hand Ministry, and One Child Fund Ministry.

AUDIO AND VIDEO TAPES—Audio CDs and DVDs of sermons and presentations are available for purchase, so take the Assembly home with you to enjoy in weeks and months to come. Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to include recordings of the musical portions of our sessions. For your convenience, an order form is available in this program, page 47. The booth is located in the Gatlin pre-function area.

BUS SERVICE—Bus service to area hotels and International Drive is available at the Sebastian entrance.

DECEASED MINISTERS MEMORIAL—Honor the memories of ministers who have passed since the last Assembly by visiting the memorial located in the Gatlin pre-function area.

EMERGENCY CALLS—Those needing to contact delegates in the event of an EMERGENCY may reach the Rosen Shingle Creek staff by calling 407-996-9939.

FINANCIAL SERVICES OFFICE—This office will be open to all overseers, local church treasurers, and pastors needing assistance with allotments, monthly reporting, and general financial questions. The friendly accounting staff from the International Offices will be more than happy to answer your questions and assist you. Come visit them in St. John’s 24.

FIRST AID—For emergency situations, please see an usher as they can direct you to the proper location. The ushers’ stations are located in the rear of the Gatlin Ballroom on the far left and far right sides.

FOOD SERVICE—The Rosen Shingle Creek has a wide variety of casual and formal dining, including Café Osceola, A Land Remembered, Banrai Sushi, Tobias Flats & Watering Hole, Clubhouse Grill, and 18 Monroe Street Market (open 24 hours).

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See page 50 for more information and discounts. Assembly guests can also utilize the shuttle service to choose from additional restaurants located on International Drive.

INTERPRETATION (TRANSLATION)—Live interpretation will be offered for Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and Russian languages. The transmission of interpretation will be on the FM frequency which will be posted at the beginning of each session. You may purchase AM/FM radios and batteries in the bookstore.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER—Join other intercessors from around the world throughout the week to intercede for the business and ministry times at this year’s Assembly. A prayer room is available in St. Johns 34. You may join those praying at any time during the day or sign up to pray at a specific time during the week. Stop by the prayer room for more information.

INTERNET ACCESS—Is available in all public areas of the Rosen Shingle Creek property.

LOST AND FOUND—Items found should be taken to the ushers’ station, stage right and stage left. You may also check with the ushers regarding item(s) you may have lost at Gatlin Registration 2.

MINISTRY BOOTHS—Ministry booths are located in the Exhibit Hall in the Panzacola Ballroom. Be sure to visit them and pick up supplies needed before leaving this Assembly.

NURSERY—An unstaffed infant nursery is available for use in St. John’s 22 and an unstaffed toddler nursery is available in St. John’s 23.

PARKING—If you are staying at a Rosen property, parking is free with in-and-out privileges. If you are staying at a Church of God of Prophecy hotel, please see the shuttle schedule at your site. Off-site parking with shuttle delivery is available.

REGISTRATION PIN—Return the enclosed registration card to the Registration Desk to receive a commemorative lapel pin.

SIGN LANGUAGE—If you can and are willing to sign for the hearing impaired, please contact the ushers.

USHERS AND SECURITY PERSONNEL—The ushers’ stations are located stage right and stage left. Should you wish to assist as an usher, check with the division chairperson, Joshua Lynn.

WHEELCHAIRS and ACCESSIBILITY—Should you need to rent a wheelchair or other accessibility equipment, you can call K&M Rentals at 407-363-7388.

WHITE WING CHRISTIAN BOOKSTORELocated in the Panzacola Ballroom

All ministry booths are located inside the bookstore Wednesday– Saturday.

Exhibitor’s booths are open daily located in the Panzacola Ballroom. Stop and visit to see what they have to offer you or your local church ministries.

Mission Encounter will be Friday afternoon located in the Panzacola Ballroom directly behind the bookstore. Hours: Wednesday 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Thursday 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

TOMLINSON COLLEGE REUNION BANQUET12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 2016—Butler Room

Tickets: $30 for adults, $15 for children up to age 12Coordinated by Cindy Chapman (Class of ‘91)

All TC Alumni and former faculty and staff are invited to attend the 2016 Reunion Banquet being held on Saturday. The banquet will include a three-course meal and allow you to re-connect with your TC family members while reminiscing about the college days in Cleveland, Tennessee. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children up to age 12 and can be purchased at the Leadership Development and Discipleship Booth in the Exhibit Hall until Friday. Contact Cindy Chapman at cinchap@yahoo.com or 912-486-4596 for more information.

MASS CHOIR INFORMATIONBe a part of the 99th International Assembly Mass Choir! The Choir will be ministering on Friday evening and Sunday morning of the Assembly. Rehearsal is each day at 1:00 p.m. in the Sandlake Meeting Room on the second level of the convention center.

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INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE All General Sessions are located in the Gatlin Ballroom.

Wednesday, July 13, 20169:00 a.m. Morning Session

Moderated by Bishop Sam Clements, General Overseer

United in Prayer Directed by Bishop Clayton Endecott, General Presbyter, Europe, CIS, and the Middle East Worship by Southeast Spanish Worship Team

Official Opening of the International Assembly Bishop Sam Clements, General Overseer

United in Business *Covenant members wishing to ask a question or to comment during the business session are asked to make their way to one of the microphones located at the front of the main aisles.

Presentation of Selected/Affirmed General Presbyters Finance Director Report Biblical Doctrine and Polity Committee Administrative Committee Finance and Stewardship Committee

1:30 p.m. Afternoon Session Moderated by Bishop David Browder, General Presbyter, Asia, Australia, and Oceania

Assembly Business Continues

6:30 p.m. Musical Concert with the Bahama Brass Band

7:00 p.m. Evening Session Moderated by Bishop Stephen Masilela, General Presbyter, Africa Worship by Northeast Region Worship Team Greeting by Bishop Robert Davis, State Overseer of Florida Offering by Llewellyn Graham, United Kingdom Special Music by Kelvin Corbett, Trinidad From Breakthrough to United General Overseer’s Biennial Address Bishop Sam N. Clements, General Overseer

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Thursday, July 14, 20169:00 a.m. Morning Session Moderated by Bishop Tim Coalter, General Presbyter, North America *Candidates for ordination and their spouses are to meet their overseers in the Green Room by 8:30 a.m.

United in Prayer Directed by Bishop David Browder, General Presbyter, Asia, Australia, and Oceania Worship by Southeast Spanish Worship Team

United in Service Bishops’ Ordination Service, Directed by Bishop Tim Coalter, General Presbyter, North America Exhortation to Bishops by Bishop Clayton Endecott, General Presbyter, Europe, CIS, and the Middle East The Emotionally Healthy Leader: Leadership Session by Special Guest Pete Scazzero, Author and Founder of New Life Fellowship Church in Queens, New York City

2:00 p.m. Workshop Session One (See Workshop Location, Synopsis, and Presenter on Page 21)

Workshop Titles Budgeting, Reporting, and Other Issues Facing Churches Building Healthy Marriages That Endure

Global Leadership Mission Conversation If Disney Ran Your Children’s Ministry IMAGINE a Different World…If Jesus’ Followers Were Making Disciples Who Were Making Disciples! Implementing Emotionaly Healthy Spirituality Into

Your Church (For Pastors Only, Part One) La Ley del Tope y Roboam Live Missional Masterful Mentoring Preserving the Religious Freedom & Assets of the Church

Through Incorporation Prevailing Prayer Simple Ways To Ignite Your Discipleship Program To the Regions Beyond Your Reach Is Only as Good as Your Grasp of Preparation (Part One) We Are the Generation that Can End Hunger by 2030 Youth Ministries Going Forward

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3:30 p.m. Workshop Session Two (See Workshop Location, Synopsis, and Presenter on Page 25)

Workshop Titles 5 Steps To Connect The Generations In Your Church 10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Children’s Ministry NOW Building Healthy Marriages That Endure Hot Legal Topics Affecting the Church IMAGINE a Different World…If Jesus’ Followers Were

Making Disciples Who Were Making Disciples! Implementing Emotionaly Healthy Spirituality Into

Your Church (For Pastors Only, Part Two) Intro to College and Career Ministries La Salud Mental Y Espiritual De Pastores Y Pastoras Fundamentado En Los Salmos Live Missional Mentoring A Generation Short Term Mission Teams SOPAS: The Next Generation Somos la generación que puede erradicar el hambre para el año 2030 Strengthening Churches and Families through Stewardship To the Regions Beyond Your Reach Is Only as Good as Your Grasp of Preparation (Part Two)

6:30 p.m. Musical Concert with the Bahama Brass Band

7:00 p.m. Evening Session Moderated by Bishop Sam Clements, General Overseer Worship by Northeast Region Worship Team Introduction of Fraternal Guests Fraternal Guest Greeting: Dr. George O. Wood, Assemblies of God General Superintendent Offering by Jan Couch, Cleveland, Tennessee Special Music by Javier Batista, Puerto Rico Message by Bishop Leroy Greenaway, Regional Overseer, Northeast Region, USA

Friday, July 15, 20169:00 a.m. Morning Session Moderated by Bishop Clayton Endecott, General Presbyter, Europe, CIS, and the Middle East

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United in Prayer Directed by Bishop Gabriel Vidal, General Presbyter, South America Southeast Spanish Worship Team Leadership Presentation, Dr. David Ferguson, Executive Director, GreatCommandment.net

United in Calling Worship by Northeast Region Worship Team United Through Strategic Partnerships by Special Guest Dr. Lamar Vest, President, Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Cleveland, Tennessee

Where Is God Leading You? by Brian T. Sutton, Executive Director, Leadership Development and Discipleship Ministries

1:30 p.m. Mission Encounter, Panzacola Ballroom

6:30 p.m. Musical Concert with the Bahama Brass Band

7:00 p.m. Evening Session Moderated by Bishop Clayton Martin, General Presbyter, Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean Islands

United in Body Parade of Nations Worship by Northeast Region Worship Team Offering by Bishop Franklin Ferguson, National Overseer, Bahamas Special Music by the 99th International Assembly Mass Choir Message by Bishop Benjamin Feliz, General Presbyter, Mexico, Central America, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean

Saturday, July 16, 2016NOTE: Assembly Mission Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m. at Sabastian J

United in Body9:00 a.m. Morning Session

Moderated by Bishop Gabriel Vidal, General Presbyter, South America

United in Body United in Prayer Directed by Bishop Stephen Masilela, General Presbyter, Africa Worship by Southeast Spanish Worship Team

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United in Spirit Moment of Silence Honoring Deceased Ministers Christian Educator of the Year Award Presentation Moment of Special Recognitions Special Song by Jamaica National Choir Message by Rev. Branson Gibson, Associate Pastor, The Love Centre, Ernest Street, Nassau, Bahamas

2:00 p.m. Afternoon Session

Note: Hispanic Celebration meeting in Sebastian J Ballroom Moderated by Bishop David Browder, General Presbyter, Asia, Australia, and Oceania Worship Special Music by Kelvin Corbett, Trinidad Special Song by Annmarie Lambert, Jamaica Message by Dr. Tom Renfro, MD, Coeburn, Virginia, USA

6:30 p.m. Musical Concert with the Turks and Caicos Brass Band

7:00 p.m. Evening Session Moderated by Bishop Gabriel Vidal, General Presbyter, South America

UNITED GENERATIONS presents WAVES Guest Musician: BJ Putnam, Recording Artist Closing Challenge by Rev. Kirk Rising, International Youth Ministries Director

Sunday, July 17, 20169:00 a.m. Morning Session, UNITED! Moderated by Bishop Benjamin Feliz, General Presbyter, Mexico, Central America, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean

United in Prayer Directed by Bishop Clayton Martin, General Presbyter, Caribbean Worship by the Northeast Region Worship Team Mission Church Awards and Recognitions Special Music by the 99th International Assembly Mass Choir Final Charge by Bishop Sam N. Clements, General Overseer Special Recognition Appointments Consecration/Commissioning/Closing

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Mark Wagnon

OmarGonzalez

ZachKelley

Terry Dozier

Daniel Kaimi

In worship, Guest Artist BJ Putnam

Thursday 12:00 noon–3:15: (*For State and National Directors Only) Directors Luncheon and workshop with Kirk Rising—Where Do We Go From Here!Thursday 2:00–3:15: Workshop with Chucky Chandler. Intro to College and Career MinistriesThursday 3:30–4:45 Workshop with Terry Dozier. Mentoring a Generation

“. . . all your waves and breakers have swept over me.” Psalms 42:7 It’s time to paddle out . . .

Friday Night / Sebastian J

Saturday Night / Gatlin Ballroom

YOUTH CONFERENCE

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FEATURED SPEAKERS AND SPECIAL GUESTSFor BIOs of all our special guests and workshop leaders, please refer to the assembly mobile app.

Sam ClementsBishop Sam N. Clements is the General Overseer for the Church

of God of Prophecy. He accepted the call to full-time Christian service in 1962, received license as a minister the next year, and was ordained as a Bishop in 1972. In addition to his 28 years of pastoral ministry, he was appointed state overseer

to Arkansas/Oklahoma and, later, to North Carolina, between 1993 and 2000. He served as North American General Presbyter for 14 years (2000–2014). He has worked with the Church’s international, state, and regional boards and committees and has traveled widely throughout the world. He completed studies at the Church’s Bible Training Institute and holds an honorary doctorate from Kingsbury Bible College in Florida. Bishop Clements lives in Cleveland, Tennessee, with his wife, Linda. They are blessed with three sons: Greg, Gary (deceased), and Gerald, along with three beautiful daughters-in-law and seven grandchildren.

Benjamin FelizBishop Ben Feliz is the General Presbyter for Mexico, Central

America, and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean in the Church of God of Prophecy. He has been a minister in the Church since 1993 and was ordained as a Bishop in 2000. He has served as executive director of Finance and Publications; Southeast

Spanish Regional Overseer; Minister of Music positions in Chile and Nicaragua; youth ministries in Dominican Republic,

Massachusetts and New Jersey; and pastorates in New Jersey and Florida.In addition to his roles in the COGOP, Bishop Feliz served in the Southeastern Hispanic Fraternity of Pentecostal Churches as president (2004–2007) and vice president (200–2004). Bishop Feliz received a B.A. in Business Administration from Eastern College in St. Davis, Pennsylvania, as well as a B.A. in Theology from the Florida Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. He also earned a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from Bryan College and a Master of Arts in Religion (MAR) with Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he serves as an adjunct professor. Ben Feliz lives in Cleveland, Tennessee, with his wife Damaris; son, Benjamin, Jr.,and daughter, Leanna.

Dr. David FergusonDr. Ferguson serves as the executive director for several U.S.

and global initiatives focused on Great Commission living empowered by Great Commandment love. In the faith community, the Great Commandment Network serves more than 20 denominations and para-church ministries through

pastoral care, training strategies, and resource development. Dr. Ferguson has served on various national and international

initiatives and boards including the Awakening America Alliance Cabinet, Empowered 21 Global and U.S. Cabinets, Garden Tomb Council in Jerusalem/London, The Marriage CoMission U.S. Steering Committee, The Fatherhood CoMission, NextGen Imperative and the Relational Values Alliance. Dr. Ferguson and his wife, Teresa, are co-founders of the Center for Relational Leadership and have conducted training and coaching events for leaders from more than 50 countries. They have three adult children, seven special grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. They reside in Austin, Texas.

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Branson GibsonPastor Branson Gibson is the associate pastor of the Ernest Street

COGOP, also known as The Love Center, in the Bahamas. He has been a licensed minister in the Church since 2004. Pastor Branson is an honors graduate of William Gordon Primary, St. Augustine’s College, and the College of the Bahamas.

Pastor Gibson is presently pursuing a Master of Arts degree from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. He is also a trained

secondary education teacher, having won the Top Secondary Education Teacher Award from the College of the Bahamas in 1997. Pastor Gibson is married to Ashanta Alissa Michelle Xyelle-suineg and Xhiloh. They are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the third.

Leroy GreenawayBishop Leroy Victor Stephen Greenaway is the regional overseer

for the Mid-Atlantic Region of the Church of God of Prophecy. Bishop Greenaway began preaching around the age of 14 and was called to his first pastorate at the age of 19. A minister in the Church of God of Prophecy, he has travelled extensively,

preaching the Gospel throughout the Caribbean, the US, Canada, and England, serving as evangelist and camp meeting

speaker. After attending Tomlinson College, Bishop Greenaway graduated from Lee University in 1981 with a BA in Sociology magna cum laude and a minor in Biblical Studies. In 2010, he graduated from the Palmer Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. He is presently pursuing a doctoral degree from Gordon-Conwell University. Bishop Greenaway has served as youth pastor, regional overseer, and pastor, leading the Montreal West congregation in growth from 89 to more than 300 during his tenure. He is married to Christina of Birmingham, England. They have two children, Jessica and James.

B.J. PutnamB.J. Putnam serves as the creative worship and arts pastor at the

Church for the Nations in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a nationally recognized worship leader, having recently released the album More and More LIVE!, which includes the songs “Sing a Song,” “More and More” and “Dance.” Putnam

worked with co-producer and longtime friend, Israel Houghton, to craft a modern worship album that provides a vehicle to

reach the Throne Room. He and his wife, Melody, have two young sons.

Dr. Tom RenfroDr. Thomas Renfro is a medical doctor and popular minister. He

has shared his story of miraculous healing from cancer with thousands of listeners. In 1997, Dr. Renfro was disanosed with mantle cell lymphoma, considered to be incurable and untreatable. Finding prayer support and encouragement

through his church family at the Freedom Worship Church in Norton, Virginia, Dr. Renfro received a healing from God on

December 3, 1997. Dr. Renfro studied at The University of Virginia and The University of Chicago before deciding to attend The University of Virginia’s School of Medicine, where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree. After becoming board cerified in 1988, he returned to Norton to start his own practice. Dr. Renfro began preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ in March

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of 1998. Since that time, he has been able to preach in over 100 churches, pray for thousands of people, and has seen the story of his miraculous healing touch an unnumbered host of concerned people. In 1999 he recorded a television series called “Avenues of Healing.” He has been on several regional television stations declaring the love of God. Dr. Renfro wants people to know that when ‘all hope is gone’ there is still Hope!

Kirk RisingKirk Rising serves as International Youth Director for the Church of

God of Prophecy. In his 28-year ministry, he has served as state youth director of Hawaii and North Carolina. He has served as youth pastor and as missionary to the countries of Germany and French Polynesia (Tahiti) in the South Pacific. He studied

Business Administration at the University of South Carolina. His business career includes owner of High Rise Sports and serving as

head coach of the French Polynesia, Olympic-qualifying basketball program in Tahiti. He has been married to Sarah for 24 years and they have two children, Amanda and Carlos.

Pete ScazzeroPete Scazzero is the founder of New Life Fellowship Church in

Queens, New York, a large, multiracial, international church with more than 73 countries represented. After serving as senior pastor for 26 years, Scazzero now serves as a teaching pastor/pastor at large. He is the author of two best-selling

books: Emotionally Healthy Spirituality and The Emotionally Healthy Church(Zondervan, 2010) and most recently released

The Emotionally Healthy Leader (Zondervan, 2015). He is also the author of The EHS Course (Zondervan, 2014) and Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (Zondervan, 2013). Pete and his wife Geri, are the founders of Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, a groundbreaking ministry that equips churches in a discipleship paradigm that deeply transforms people who deeply transform the world. They have four daughters. For more information, visit www.emotionallyhealthy.org or connect with Pete on Twitter @petescazzero.

Dr. R. Lamar VestDr. Lamar Vest is the president of the Pentecostal Theological

Seminary. Called to preach at 14, Dr. Vest took his first pastorate at age 20 in his native South Carolina. Since then, Dr. Vest served as state and international youth leader, president of Lee College, and a member of the Church of God Executive

Committee. He was selected twice to serve as General Overseer of the Church of God, fulfilling two four-year terms, 1990–1994

and 2000–2004. Dr. Vest served as president of the American Bible Society, one of America’s oldest charities, after 17 years of service to the organization. Prior to his serving as president of PTS, Dr. Vest worked as the director of the Center for Spiritual and Lifelong Learning, as well as adjunct professor. He also served as associate pastor of leadership development at the Times Square Church, which ministers to 8,000 people weekly. Dr. Vest is the author of six books, including Reclaiming Your Testimony (2002), and Faith to Stand When You Can’t Understand (2013). Dr. Vest and his wife, Vicki, reside in Cleveland, Tennessee.

Dr. George O. WoodGeorge O. Wood is the General Superintendent of the General

Council of the Assemblies of God in the United States of America (AG) and has been Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, since 2008. Wood graduated from Evangel University (College)

in Springfield, Missouri, and then Fuller Seminary in Pasadena, California, in the height of the evangelical intellectual movement

in the 60s. Wood would return to serve in several capacities at Evangel, including as director of spiritual life and student life from 1965–71. He served as general secretary for the Assemblies of God for 14 years, and was the first secretary to be named general superintendent when he was voted in by the General Council in August of 2007. He also holds a law degree from Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, Calif. Wood has a number of books to his credit including Road Trip Leadership, Living in the Spirit, A Psalm in Your Heart, Living Fully and The Successful Life. And if you’re ever in Springfield and stop by his office, he might give you a copy—after his office tour, of course. He and his wife Jewel, who he met while at Evangel, have two children and two grandsons.

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WORKSHOP SYNOPSES

WORKSHOP Session One 2:00–3:15 p.m.

Budgeting, Reporting, and other Issues Facing ChurchesBishop Paul Holt, executive director of Finance and AdministrationLocation: Wekiwa 1

This workshop will look at how to prepare budgets, church reporting requirements, and tax issues facing today’s churches. This workshop is ideal for state/regional/national/local treasurer’s and pastors.

Building Healthy Marriages That EndureRick Creasy, author of Staying Married—A Politically Incorrect GuideLocation: Wekiwa 2

In this workshop, the author will be providing relevant and practical counseling tools that can be used to help build strong marriages. Marriages today are being tested and are coming under increasing spiritual attack. If you minister to couples, or if you want to learn more about how to strengthen marriages, this workshop can provide guidance for improving communication skills, steps to forgive, and steps to rebuild.

Global Leadership Missions ConversationCathy Payne and Tim McCaleb, facilitatorsLocation: Wekiwa 3

Come join the continuing open dialogue among lead pastors, missions supporters, and church leadership regarding a fresh perspective of philosophies and strategies concerning missions within the Church of God of Prophecy. Lead pastors Milton Atkins, Terry Swaw, Bill Vines, among others, will encourage our time together to integrate an exchange of ideas and continue to open a channel of communication among our leadership and missions supporters concerning the global vision. The new North American directive will also be introduced as an inclusion to the Harvest Partner endeavor.

IMAGINE a Different World…If Jesus’ Followers Were Making Disciples Who Were Making Disciples! Dr. David Ferguson, Executive Director, GreatCommandment.netLocation: Wekiwa 7/8

A workshop for overseers and pastors—Spirit-empowered disciples revitalizing churches, imparting the Gospel and transforming communities. Findings from the Empowered21 Global Task Force on discipleship are being tested in more than 20 languages with significant positive impact on church growth, community engagement and evangelism.

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If Disney Ran Your Children’s MinistryDale Hudson, Director of Children’s Ministry, Christ Fellowship Church Location: Wekiwa 6

Last year over 118 million people walked into a Disney park. Most of them were kids and parents. Disney knows how to connect with families. Discover 10 secrets from their success that will help you build the children’s ministry you’ve always dreamed about.

Implementing Emotionaly Healthy Spirituality Into Your Church (For Pastors Only, Part One)Pete Scazzero, Author and Founder of New Life Fellowship ChurchLocation: Gatlin Ballroom

La Ley del Tope y RoboamDr. Andres Panasiuk, Fundador, Cultura FinancieraLugar: Wekiwa 5

Roboam es el ejemplo clásico de cómo perder la mayor fortuna del mundo de la noche a la mañana. Después de 40 años de sacrificios por parte de su abuelo David y otros 40 años de una magnífica administración por parte de su padre Salomón, Roboam se vé confrontado, en su primer día de trabajo, con una decisión financiera… y falla miserablemente. En este taller estudiaremos el fascinante pasaje de 2 Crónicas 10 y descubriremos las tendencias de carácter, conducta y criterio que debemos evitar y las que debemos fomentar en nuestros líderes. Quienes somos determina cómo pensamos, cómo pensamos determina cómo tomamos decisiones y las decisiones que tomamos son las que hacen la diferencia ente la vida y la muerte ministerial. Traiga lápiz y papel. Llegue 5 minutos antes de la hora. Los líderes siempre empezamos a tiempo y terminamos a tiempo.

Live Missional Dr. William Lamb, Lee UniversityLocation: Wekiwa 4

Church history reveals that mission often revolves around the ideals associated with Christ’s command in the Book of Acts to “Go and make disciples,” otherwise described as the Great Commission. Although this is true, more is needed from the company of Christ followers to be salt and light to the world. Rather than limiting the idea of mission to short term or long term activity, the road to missional living is a choice to sacrifice oneself for the cause of Jesus Christ. This class will explore missional values that help shape normal people into real life missionaries that will impact their world for the kingdom of God.

Masterful MentoringDr. Gary Teja, author of Masterful Mentoring, and Dr. John WagenveldLocation: Wekiwa 9

Mentoring is a cry being heard from many young and emerging leaders. Mentoring is a key part of the solution for

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reproducing and multiplying new leaders as older leaders age and transition to other vital roles. This workshop will address the questions raised by current leaders who want to become more effective mentors and the queries of younger leaders who want to understand how to be apt mentees.

Preserving the Religious Freedom & Assets of the Church Through Incorporation Steve Lentz and Tim CoalterLocation: Wekiwa 10

Learn about the benefits of church incorporation and whether your church is incorporated properly.

Prevailing Prayer: Developing a Lifestyle of Conversation with GodBishop Brian Sutton, Executive Director, Leadership Development and Discipleship MinistriesLocation: Suwannee 11

God is calling His people to commune with Him in a life of prayer. This class will share testimony and insight regarding how believers may develop a lifestyle of conversation with God.

Simple Ways to Ignite Your Discipleship ProgramDarren Schalk, Christian Education DirectorLocation: Suwannee 12

How do we effectively disciple people? Sunday school? Small groups? Midweek meetings? How should it all come together? What should be taught? Where do we begin? Church discipleship is a loaded idea. It can be overwhelming. Can we get something going that won’t quickly fizzle out? Can we effectively see that all our gatherings are actually helping people grow closer to Christ? In this session we’ll discuss a few simple ways to ignite (or reignite) your discipleship programs, allowing you and your people to truly grow in their walk with Christ.

To the Regions Beyond Your Reach Is Only as Good as Your Grasp of Preparation (Part One)Host: Dr. Hector Ortiz, Ph.D., Co-Hosts: Bishops/Presbyters David Browder, Stephen Masilela, Clayton Martin, Main Speaker: Dr. Ken Gnanakan, Ph.D.Location: Suwannee 13

The future of any institution will depend on the development of its leadership. The annals of leadership have proven that no institution can grow and expand without the intrinsic and extrinsic development of its leadership. The present postmodern world context will demand leadership development that engages indigenousness, migrations, globalization, contextualization, and ecumenism. In the new world order, mission outreach will require a holistic integrated approach of ministry preparation that will create a ministry of self-sufficiency versus a dependent ministry. This is what the GCTS/ACTS consortia is committed to—the challenges of the regions beyond.

We are the Generation that Can End Hunger by 2030Bishop José García, director of Church Relations, Bread for the WorldLocation: Suwannee 14

Hunger is a massive, complex, age-old human struggle. However, in the last 50 years, global hunger and poverty have been reduced from 2 billion to 795 million people. At Bread for the World we have faith to believe that this is the generation that can end hunger. God reminded Israel through the prophets to, “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy” (Proverbs 31:8, 9, NIV). This is part of proclaiming the holistic gospel message of the Good News that speaks God’s complete “Shalom” to a fallen world.

Youth Ministries Going Forward Kirk Rising, International Youth Ministries directorLocation: Suwannee 15

As we have assessed the state of youth ministries globally for the Church of God of Prophecy, we have formed plans and strategies for “What’s Next!” The workshop is designed specifically for state and national youth directors to give a glimpse into future plans for youth certification training, youth missions opportunities, and much more.

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WORKSHOP Session Two 3:30–4:45 p.m.5 Steps To Connect The Generations In Your ChurchShelton Beneby, Senior Pastor, New Covenant Cathedral, Toronto, CanadaLocation: Suwannee 21

The best model for church ministry is one that involves people of all generations. Generations are important to God, who identified Himself as the God of generations—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. However, the reality is that the generations in our churches are disconnected. The generation gap is real and it is causing some of our churches to struggle, stagnate, or even die. We have to move quickly to bridge this gap otherwise we will lose the future of the church, our children. This workshop will introduce you to five important steps you can take to connect the generations in your local church so that your worship services are precious and “off the chain,” your ministries are vibrant, and your outreach is powerful.

10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Children’s Ministry NOWDale Hudson, director of Children’s Ministry, Christ Fellowship Church Location: Wekiwa 6

Looking for some simple, easy ways to improve your children’s ministry NOW? We’ll share 10 simple steps you can take that will have an immediate impact and take your ministry to a new level.

Become a Church with Impact!—An IntroductionSOPAS: The Next Generation International Assembly WorkshopDr. John Wagenveld, Multiplication Network Ministries, Dr. Elias Rodriguez, Mark Menke, Adrian VarlackLocation: Wekiwa 9

Is it your passion to see your local church make a God-sized impact on your community? As one of the SOPAS: The Next Generation classes, “Become a Church With Impact!” enables church leaders to keep a congregation focused on its task as God’s agent in your community as it joins God in his activity there. The Center for Biblical Leadership has partnered with Multiplication Network Ministries (MNM) to present this class that is already generating enthusiasm on the field. Dr. John Wagenveld, president of MNM, along with CBL faculty Bishop Adrian Varlack, Dr. Elias Rodriguez and Bishop Mark Menke will present some of the highlights of the class including:

• The importance of a biblically defined vision, • Understanding the relationship between passion, vision, and mission • Seven shifts for a harvest breakthrough • Ten characteristics of a healthy church • Introduction to the “Take Your Church’s Pulse” tool

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• Discovering the God-inspired hopes and dreams for your church

This class provides tools to equip a local church as a God-breathed system that can have a God-sized impact on its community.

Building Healthy Marriages That EndureRick Creasy, author of Staying Married—A Politically Incorrect GuideLocation: Wekiwa 2

In this workshop, the author will be providing relevant and practical counseling tools that can be used to help build strong marriages. Marriages today are being tested and are coming under increasing spiritual attack. If you minister to couples, or if you want to learn more about how to strengthen marriages, this workshop can provide guidance for improving communication skills, steps to forgive, and steps to rebuild.

Implementing Emotionaly Healthy Spirituality Into Your Church (For Pastors Only, Part Two)Pete Scazzero, Author and Founder of New Life Fellowship ChurchLocation: Gatlin Ballroom

Hot Legal Topics Affecting the Church Steve Lentz and Tim CoalterLocation: Wekiwa 10

From Mandatory Abuse Reporting to Political Activity to Financial Planning, this session covers a variety of legal topics that every pastor needs to know.

IMAGINE a Different World…If Jesus’ Followers Were Making Disciples Who Were Making Disciples! (Repeated Worshop)Dr. David Ferguson, Executive Director, GreatCommandment.netLocation: Wekiwa 7/8

A workshop for overseers and pastors—Spirit-empowered disciples revitalizing churches, imparting the Gospel and transforming communities. Findings from the Empowered21 Global Task Force on discipleship are being tested in more than 20 languages with significant positive impact on church growth, community engagement, and evangelism.

Intro to College and Career MinistriesKirk Rising, International Youth Ministries directorLocation: Suwannee 17

The 18 to 34 years old demographic is disappearing from church, and faith in Jesus across the evangelical world. This is no different for the Church of God of Prophecy. We recognize three groups we must target for discipleship and training:

• The College and University Student• The Young Professional• The Young Married

Our goal for CCMN is to move this age demographic from sitting in our churches, to serving the church and the communities in which they live. This workshop is for those

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interested in developing and engaging this age group in the maturing of their faith, while creating socially relevant outreach opportunities.

La salud mental y espiritual de pastores y pastoras, fundamentado en los SalmosDr Samuel Pagán, Dean for Hispanic Programs, Jerusalem Center for Biblical StudiesLugar: Wekiwa 5

Afirmar que los Salmos pueden contribuir positivamente a la salud integral de los ministros y del ministerio Cristiano. Objetivos:

1. Identificar varios salmos que pueden apoyar la salud integral del ministerio2. Explicar algunos factores que afectan adversamente la salud del liderato congregacional3. Analizar algunos salmos que son agentes de salud mental y espiritual de líderes y comunidades de fe4. Destacar varios temas que se incluyen en los salmos, que pueden contribuir positivamente al bienestar integral de los pastores y las pastoras

Live Missional Dr. William Lamb, Lee UniversityLocation: Wekiwa 4

Church history reveals that mission often revolves around the ideals associated with Christ’s command in the Book of Acts to “go and make disciples,” otherwise described as the Great Commission. Although this is true, more is needed from the company of Christ followers to be salt and light to the world. Rather than limiting the idea of mission to short term or long term activity, the road to missional living is a choice to sacrifice oneself for the cause of Jesus Christ. This class will explore missional values that help shape normal people into real life missionaries that will impact their world for the kingdom of God.

Mentoring a GenerationTerry Dozier, Former NBA Small Forward, Charlotte HornetsLocation: Suwannee 15

It is said that youth want to be mentored by the old more than the old want for want to mentor the young! Youth want age! They need leaders who will reach back and share their lives with authenticity, love and wisdom. Mentoring a Generation will explore avenues of how, as leaders, you can help guide a younger generation in life and faith. This workshop will be taught by Terry Dozier. Terry is a retired professional athlete who enjoyed a successful 12-year career playing basketball around the world. His career began in 1989 when the Charlotte Hornets recognized his proven ability to compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) while still a senior playing for the University of South Carolina Gamecocks. Terry

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accepted a contract to play for the Hornets, which marked only the genesis of a worldwide and accomplished athletic career.

Short Term Mission TeamsCathy Payne and Dan Miller (Paraguay Missions), FacilitatorsLocation: Wekiwa 3

Come and find out how you can touch the world through on-site, hands-on opportunities to participate in diverse, short-term missions trips and construction teams around the world. Victor Rodriguez, Charlie Scruggs, and other team leaders and participants within the Servants Partners Mission Cooperative effort will inspire and help you understand the vision and strategy for a ministry that will give you and your local church wide-range opportunities to use your skills and abilities to bless our ministries throughout our global missions network.

Strengthening Churches and Families through StewardshipBishop Paul Holt, Executive Director of Finance and Administration Location: Wekiwa 1

Biblical stewardship serves to strengthen families and, in turn, local churches. This workshop will explore the call for and implications of pursuing stewardship. This workshop is ideal for everyone.

Somos la generación que puede erradicar el hambre para el año 2030Obispo José García, Director de Relaciones Eclesiales, Pan para el MundoLugar: Suwannee 14

El hambre ha sido una lucha enorme y compleja desde la antigüedad misma. No obstante, el hambre a nivel mundial ha sido reducida de 2 mil millones de personas a 795 millones en los últimos 50 años. En Pan para el Mundo nuestra fe nos mueve a creer que esta es la generación que puede erradicar el hambre. Dios le recordó a Israel, a través de los profetas: “¡Levanta la voz por los que no tienen voz! ¡Defiende los derechos de los desposeídos! ¡Levanta la voz, y hazles justicia! ¡Defiende a los pobres y necesitados!” (Proverbios 31:8, 9, NVI). Esto es parte de predicar un evangelio holístico que declara el “Shalom” total de Dios a un mundo caído.

To the Regions Beyond Your Reach Is Only as Good as Your Grasp of Preparation (Part Two)Host: Dr. Hector Ortiz, Ph.D., Co-Hosts: Bishops/Presbyters David Browder, Stephen Masilela, Clayton Martin, Main Speaker: Dr. Ken Gnanakan, Ph.D.Location: Suwannee 13Refer to Synopsis on page 23

LET’S CONNECT!Children’s Ministry Mini-ConferenceThursday, July 14, 2:00 p.m.–4:45p.m.Location Wekiwa 6Hosts: Alice Jarvis, New Jersey, USA and Ryan Green, South Carolina, USAChildren’s Ministry is hosting our first Children’s Ministry Mini-Conference here at the International Assembly. If you are a children’s ministry leader or volunteer, Sunday school teacher, family ministry director, or a concerned parent join us for a time of fellowship, instruction, interaction, and resource giveaways.

Our guest presenter, Dale Hudson, has been with us for several ministry events including ICM 2014 and IMPACT! HEARTLAND 2015.

If Disney Ran Your Children’s Ministry Last year over 118 million people walked into a Disney park. Most of them were kids and parents. Disney knows how to connect with families. Discover 10 secrets from their success that will help you build the children’s ministry you’ve always dreamed about.

10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Children’s Ministry NOWLooking for some simple, easy ways to improve your children’s ministry NOW? We’ll share 10 simple steps you can take that will have an immediate impact and take your ministry to a new level.

Get connected with Children’s Ministry at the international office. Meet our team. Learn about the ministry and leadership development opportunities available to you. Get free children’s ministry resources and win even more!

LET’S CONNECT at the Children’s Ministry Mini-conference, Thursday, July 14, 2:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m.

LET’S CONNECT!Children’s Ministry Leadership LuncheonFriday, July 15th, 12:30 p.m.–3:00p.m., St. Johns 32National, regional and state children’s ministry directors—join our international office team for fun, fellowship, and food. Let’s come together to discover how we can better develop leaders who will impact kids eternally. NOTE: This is an invitation only event.

LET’S CONNECT!CM Resource and Sales TableTake time to visit the Children’s Ministry Resource and Sales table in the LOCATION Our children’s ministry resource coordinator, Julia Timson and her team, will be glad to talk with you about the newest and best children’s ministry resources as well as training opportunities that are available to you. We want to connect with you so we can keep you posted on what’s happening in children’s ministry here and around the world.

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Mission Clothes ClosetTuesday—Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. dailyLocation: St Johns 26

Tuesday—Wednesday—FOR NATIONAL MISSIONARIES ONLYThursday—HOME MISSIONS (Needy Only)

Global Missions Ministries BoothOpen Daily, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Global Missions Ministries WorkshopsThursday, 2:00–3:15 p.m. and 3:30–4:45 p.m.Location: Wekiwa 3

Global Leadership Missions ConversationShort Term Mission Teams See Synopses on pages 21–28

Global Mission Ministries Office Tuesday—SaturdaySt. Johns 25

One Child Fund Donors and Harvest Partner ChurchesAll One Child Fund Donors (those who give monthly to the OCF) and all pastors of Harvest Partner Churches (those who pledge annually), please come by the Global Missions Ministries Booth to pick up your complimentary gift of appreciation. For more information on becoming a Harvest Partner Church or a One Child Fund monthly donor and to receive your free gift for signing up, visit our booth.

Mission EncounterFriday, Noon, 5:00 p.m.Location: Panzacola (At the back of the White Wing Bookstore)

It’s a global family celebration! Admission is FREE to EVERYONE. Come, meet, and visit with your international church family, Harvest Partner nations, mission leaders, and volunteer missionaries from around the world. Enjoy the sights, sounds, colorful displays, and cultural experiences of our global family.

See and hear firsthand reports, join together in prayer, experience worship in song, and enjoy testimonies from our international delegates.

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Assembly Mission BreakfastSaturday, 7:00–9:00 a.m.Location: Sebastian J

The Assembly Mission Breakfast has become one of the highlight ministries of the International Assembly. The morning provides the opportunity to be transported to the mission field for breakfast, as representatives from our global missions network host each table. This year, while enjoying a southern-style breakfast, you will learn about the work, needs, cultures, and lifestyles, as well as the challenges these missionaries encounter while ministering on the mission fields.

A ticket is required for admission at a cost of $25. If you do not have a ticket, please check with the Global Missions Ministries booth to see if any are available.

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND DISCIPLESHIP

WHERE IS GOD LEADING YOU?Where God is leading you is not just a geographical location— it is a spiritual destination. You can become all that God has planned for you to become when you commit to intentional spiritual growth and ministerial development.

Leadership Development and Discipleship facilitates opportunities for spiritual formation and ministry development for the global church.

Stop by the Leadership Development and Discipleship booth and tell us where God is leading you . . . We can help you get there!

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CENTER FOR BIBLICAL LEADERSHIP

WHERE IS GOD LEADING YOU?

The Center for Biblical Leadership (CBL) facilitates classes for leadership development to the global church ministry and laity. Through our Schools of Practical and Advanced Studies (SOPAS), participants have an opportunity to receive spiritual formation, biblical equipping, and practical ministry training.

The SOPAS program provides foundational studies focused on equipping and enhancing the work of pastors, church leaders, and emerging leaders.

SOPAS ClassicThree terms of classes covering foundational pastoral leadership, Bible study and interpretation, preaching, discipleship, and mentoring, plus three levels of theology and ecclesial identity.

SOPAS: The Next GenerationAdditional classes available: Become a Church with Impact! Planting Healthy Churches Biblical Preaching Reaching the Harvest—Evangelism The Doctrine of Salvation Young Harvest—Children’s Ministry Young Harvest—Youth Ministry

The Center for Biblical Leadership’s 2016–2017 schedule of global classes is being formulated now. National, regional, and state presiding bishops are invited to connect with CBL to schedule classes in their region.

Stop by the CBL booth inside the Exhibit Hall and let us connect with you about opportunities to develop your ministry to reach the global harvest!

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ACCREDITED MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT

WHERE IS GOD LEADING YOU?Pentecostal Theological Seminary

As the nation’s leading educational voice in the Wesleyan-Holiness Pentecostal tradition, the Pentecostal Theological Seminary is a graduate school dedicated to preparing pastors, counselors, chaplains, and ministry leaders for global evangelization and Kingdom impact.

Through a new partnership with the Church of God of Prophecy, our students can receive this educational experience that is holistically Pentecostal, either onsite or online through accelerated course offerings. In addition to quality educational instruction from the Seminary’s world-renowned faculty, the International Offices is NOW offering significant scholarships specifically for Church of God of Prophecy students.

No matter what your educational background, we have a place for you in one of these programs.

CERTIFICATE AND DEGREE OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:• Diploma in Wesleyan Pentecostal Ministry (90 units)• Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (48 credit hours)• Master of Arts in Counseling (48 credit hours)• Doctor of Ministry (36 credit hours)

Classes start this FALL at the Ministry Training Center at the Church of God of Prophecy International Offices, or live online!

FALL COURSES INCLUDE:• Certificate Program: 1, 2, and 3 John • Master’s Program: Introduction to Christian Doctrine• Doctor of Ministry Program: Reading Theology for Ministry: Reflections on Contemporary Scholarship

Stop by our booth inside the Exhibit Hall to learn how we can help you get started on the journey to where you want to go!

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ACCREDITED MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT

WHERE IS GOD LEADING YOU?Gordon-Conwell ConsortiumsThe Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary/Church of God of Prophecy Consortium (GCTS/COGOP) partnership began in 2003 in Texas and has since expanded to a global program. GCTSl, a non-denominational seminary with roots in the holiness movement, is one of the top seminaries in the U.S. with a vision “To advance Christ’s Kingdom in every sphere of life by equipping Church leaders to think theologically, engage globally, and live biblically.”

What does the GCTS/COGOP Consortium offer?• A 60-hour Master of Arts Degree in Christian Leadership• Balanced emphasis on biblical studies, Christian thought, and practical ministry• World renown faculty and some COGOP professors • Opportunity for prospective students without a B.A. but possessing ministerial experience to pursue an advanced degree• Significantly reduced tuition • Class sites located across the U.S. and around the world• Approximately 400 COGOP students currently enrolled

By October 2016, 80 COGOP students will have graduated with their Master of Arts degree.

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) Program• Special COGOP track—Global Pentecostalism: Modalities, Ministry, and Mission• First COGOP D.Min cohort (2015)—19 students enrolled• Second cohort (2016)—10 students enrolled • COGOP Spanish D.Min cohort anticipated for 2018

ACTS/COGOP Asia/Africa Consortium• ACTS (Agriculture, Crafts, Trades, and Studies) is a group of institutions founded by Dr. Ken Gnanakan in India • Schools are being launched in Africa, Asia, and Haiti to provide a holistic ministerial leadership development program that integrates Bible, Theology, and practical skills to enable ministers and laity to become self- sufficient. For more information, visit the GCTS/ACTS booth inside the Exhibit Hall.

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CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES TRAINING STRATEGIES

Does the vision of your local church include a commitment to evangelize and disciple children in your church and community? If so, men and women are needed who are called by God to serve children and who are well trained in ministry and leadership skills. Children’s Ministries offers various training opportunities that will assist in their development.

IMPACT! Online and Video Training The IMPACT! training provides a video training module for each of 10 competencies of an effective children’s minister. Included in each module is video instruction, assignments, and downloadable resources. After completing the required quiz and coursework for each module, participants will receive a certificate. When all courses and required verification are completed, an endorsement in children’s ministry will be issued.

ONE-DAY TRAINING INTENSIVE A one-day training intensive offers relevant and interactive ministry and leadership training at a location near you and at a cost that allows everyone on your ministry team to attend.

INSTITUTE OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY The Institute of Children’s Ministry provides an environment the encourages spiritual formation, interaction with skilled children’s ministry practitioners, networking with other children’s ministers, and leadership development through instruction and relationships.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCERegional and national children’s ministry leaders meet together for vision casting, training, sharing of resources, and the formation of shared ministry and leadership development strategies.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY LIVE WEBINARSWould you like to offer training to your children’s ministry team that is accessible, relevant, and free? Children’s ministry will offer 1-hour live webinars throughout the year that can be viewed by individuals or entire ministry teams. Participate in the live webinar or stream it at a later date. Watch for the upcoming webinar lineup on children.cogop.org.

DEVELOPING LEADERS, IMPACTING KIDS! The Children’s Ministry website and Facebook page offers resources and information that will support you as you develop leaders who have an eternal impact on kids. Visit DLIK at children.cogop.org and on Facebook at Developing Leaders Impacting Kids.

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Jesus said, “My house will be called a house of prayer” (Matthew 21:13 NIV). Scripture tells us that the early church was “devoted to prayer” (Acts 1:14, 2:42, 6:4). It is the desire of the Father that every church today be the same. Becoming a people devoted to prayer requires more than programs and good intentions. It requires a faithful, intentional obedience in seeking the Father daily.

Prayer Ministries exists to . . .

• Cultivate a culture of prayer in this movement for the sovereign rule of God.

• Resource each local church so that prayer can be their number one priority.

• Equip every leader and member so they become characterized by prayer.

• Affirm our call to the family altar and make prayer a priority in every home.

Downloadable Resources Available Now!

• State/Regional/Nation Prayer Leader’s Guide• Local Church Prayer Leader’s Guide• Monthly Prayer Targets• Daily Prayers from the Global Prayer Network

Prayer and FastingMake plans now to enlist your local church in the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting!

Thursday, January 5—Wednesday, January 25Night of Prayer Global Simulcast—Sunday, January 22

Promotional videos and downloadable weekly prayer guides available in November

Visit www.Cogop.org/Prayer for resources and more information.

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2014–2016 APPOINTMENTS

International Offices Ministries

Finance and Administration Executive DirectorPaul Holt

Trans-local Directors:Global Missions Coordinator: Cathy Payne

Leadership Development Executive DirectorBrian Sutton

Ministry Leaders for Leadership Development(Trans-local Ministers)

Director of Gordon Conwell & ACTS ConsortiumsDr. Héctor Ortiz

Center for Biblical Leadership Instructor & Church HistorianAdrian Varlack

Center for Biblical Leadership InstructorMark Menke

Center for Biblical Leadership InstructorElias Rodriguez

International Children’s Ministries DirectorKathy Creasy

International Youth Ministries DirectorKirk Rising

Committee Appointments

Administrative CommitteeSam Clements, General Overseer, ChairmanAll General Presbyters

(Clayton Endecott, David Browder, Stephen Masilela, Clayton Martin, Benjamin Feliz, Gabriel Vidal, Tim Coalter)

Paul HoltDavid BryanJeff DavisLlewellyn GrahamKathy CreasyBrian Sutton

Biblical Doctrine and Polity CommitteePhilip Pruitt, ChairmanDelroy HallElías RodríguezNelson TorresJames KolawoleCarswell LeonardTim McCaleb

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Finance and Stewardship CommitteeJ. Scott Gillum, ChairmanNathaniel Beneby Clint KnowlesAngie ZamoraRupert NeblettGeorge McLaughlin Paulette Wilbanks

Church of God of Prophecy Corporate BoardGeneral OverseerGeneral PresbytersAdministrative Committee Members

General TrusteesSam Clements, General OverseerDavid BryanPaul HoltBen Feliz

Assembly Task ForcePaul Holt, ChairmanEddie HartmanMike LuithleJoshua LynnDewayne Hamby Michael HernandezJohn PayneGene BrowningShaun McKinley Advisor: Host Overseer of Assembly Site

Chief ClerkDewayne Hamby

National Overseer Appointments

AfricaGeneral Presbyter: Stephen Masilela

Benin, Togo, Gabon, Niger, Equatorial Guinea ....................................................... Kadato O. RichardBotswana ............................................................ Phillip SegadikaCameroon ……………………………………………….. Ekpai Mayeke JamesCongo {Brazzaville}…………………………………………...Mukendi BitchyEthiopia, Djibouti ……………………………………………….…Fekadu AyeleGhana, Nigeria ……………………………..…..…………….. James Kolawole Guinea (Conakry), Guinea—Bissau, Cape Verde, Senegal (Ziguinchor) ……...............................................….. Peter KoyeaIvory Coast, Mali, Burkina Faso ……………………….…. Koissi AntoineKenya ……………………………………………………………..…… Cyril OdendoLiberia …………………………………………………..…..…… Ferdinand WeahMalawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique ………..……. [Under the supervision of the AAFC]

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Northern South Sudan, Uganda ………………….… James NtezimanaRwanda, Burundi ……………………………….……… Redias NkundaberaSierra Leone, Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Chad, CAR ….................................... [Supervision of the AAFC]South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho …..................…… Nathaniel Botha & Stephen MasilelaSwaziland ……………………………………………………… Stephen MasilelaTanzania …………………………..…………………………….. Eric Mwambigija

Asia, Australia, and OceaniaGeneral Presbyter: David Browder

Australia/Sri Lanka .................................................. Dennis CaseyFiji Islands ............................................................. Daniel K. GannHawaiian Islands, Kiribati, Tuvalu ............................ Gary LangleyIndia/Nepal ....................................................... David L. BrowderIndonesia .......................................................... Peringatan ZebuaThailand, Japan ................................................. David L. BrowderKorea ....................................................................... Jung Min LeeMalaysia ............................................. Bathinathan AnthonisamyMyanmar ............................................................. Chin Kang MonPakistan ..................................................... Asher Munawar KhanPhilippine Islands ........................................ Rogelio D. JustinianoSamoan Islands, New Zealand ............................... Asalemo KukaSingapore, Eastern Asia .......................................... Dennis Huang

Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean IslandsGeneral Presbyter: Clayton Martin

Anguilla, Antigua, Barbuda, Dominica, Montserrat, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Maarten, St. Martin, Guadeloupe & Surinam …….......................................... Michael GreenawayBahamas …....................................................... Franklyn FergusonBarbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, St. Vincent & The Grenadines …....................................... Edward C. PayneBritish & U.S. Virgin Islands, Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao …….................................... Whitbourne HutchinsonCayman Islands, French Guiana …...................…… Clayton MartinGuyana …..............................................................…… Earl HigginsHaiti …….................................................……. Jean Claude DorleanJamaica .........................................................………. Winston LeithTrinidad & Tobago ………......................................... Maurice JonesTurks & Caicos Islands …........................……. Clarence N. Williams

Central America, Mexico, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean

General Presbyter: Benjamin Feliz

Belize ……..........................................................…. Jose E. SomozaCosta Rica …….............................................……. Alejandro RamosCuba ……........................................................… Ramon Rodriguez

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Dominican Republic …....................................…….. Flavio RosarioEl Salvador …….................................….. Ismael Ticas ManzanaresGuatemala ………............................................……… Mario GalindoHonduras ………..............................................…… Wilmer FuentesMexico ……….............................................................. Andres HauNicaragua (One Year Appointment) ………........….. Jorge MarreroPanama ……....................................................……. Rupert NeblettPuerto Rico ……...............................……… Martin Romero Romero

Europe, CIS, and the Middle EastGeneral Presbyter: Clayton Endecott

Bulgaria ……........................................................... Peter Georgiev Bosnia Herzegovina, Italy, Malta …....................…. Ximo Gregorio Belarus ……..................................….. Henadzi (Gena) KernazhitskiBelgium and Netherlands …...............................….. Tedroy Powell Czech Republic and Germany ………..............….. Clayton Endecott Cyprus ………...… Clayton Endecott, Antonios Pastos, Chairperson Egypt …......................................................…… Samir Shehata RizkFinland ……...............................................................… Tapio Sätilä France and United Kingdom …….........................…. Wilton Powell Greece …….................................................. Clayton Endecott and

the National Plurality TeamIsrael, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Romania and Uzbekistan …...….. GP’s Shared Leadership Team

and National WorkersPortugal and Spain …................…… Jose Antonio Gomez Sanchez Russia ……...........................................................…… Misha MurzaUkraine ….........................................................……. Vitalii Vozniuk

North AmericaGeneral Presbyter: Timothy Coalter

Alabama ……................................................................. L. V. JonesAlaska, Washington ………........................................ Don KnoblichArizona, Nevada, New Mexico ……….................….. José M. RiveraCalifornia ................................................................... Philip PruittCanada East ................................................. Woodroe ThompsonCanada West ..................................................... Walter DoroshukFlorida ...................................................................... Robert DavisGeorgia ....................................................................... Billy AdamsGreat Lakes Region .............................................. Timothy Harper

(Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin)Heartland America .................................................. Wayne Pense

(Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma)IOU Region ............................................................. Wallace Pratt

(Idaho, Oregon, Utah) Kentucky ................................................................... Scott GillumLouisiana, Mississippi ............................................ H. Wayne HallMid-Atlantic Region .................................................... Levi Clarke

(Delaware, D.C., Maryland, New Jersey, Delmarva Peninsula)

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Midwest Region ......................................................... Jesse Yañez(Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska)

North Carolina .......................................................... Jeffery DavisNortheast Region (English) ............................... Leroy Greenaway

(Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Bermuda)

Northeast Region (Spanish) ............................ Rahadames Matos (Connecticut, D.C., Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts,

New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia)Northwest Territory ........................................................ Rick Lee

(Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota)Ohio, West Virginia .................................................. Fred LawsonPennsylvania ............................................................. C. Jay CroyleSouth Carolina ............................................... George McLaughlinSoutheast Region (Spanish) ................................. Ebli De La Rosa

(Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi,North Carolina, Tennessee)

Tennessee .............................................................. E. C. McKinleyTexas ........................................................................ Tim McCalebVirginia ....................................................................... Jerry SchallSupervisor to the Indian Outreach in North America ..................................................... John Wessly

South AmericaGeneral Presbyter: Gabriel Vidal

Argentina ….........................………. Francisco Alejandro López PazBolivia …….............................................…….. Hilaríon Javier PatónBrazil ….........................................……….. Hernandes Fernandes F.Chile ………..........................................................…. Sergio CedeñoColombia ……...................................………. David Ramon CeballosEcuador ……….....................................…….. Benjamin A. Aldana P.Paraguay ………....................................…….. David Esteban Orozco Peru ………….................................................. Rafael Alvino VargasUruguay …….........................................…………. Sergio Ever GarciaVenezuela ……..................................…………… Luis Ernesto GómezHarvest Continental Coordinator ……….........………… Rafael Alvino

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100 David Woods Ministries ............................. David Woods

101 G. C. Gift Cards ........................................... Jim Heckman

102 Intimate Life Ministries ........................... David Ferguson Greatcommandment.net

103 Bemer ............................................................ Dale Wright

104, 106, 108 My Stuff ...................................... Belinda Barber

107 Samaritan’s Purse .............................................................

111 Bahamas Brass Band ............................. Garren Hepburn

112 Hope Children Center International ........................................ Margaret Pinkard

113 Scarlet Letter Society ............................... Jevon Chalwell

114 The Holy Land Experience ......................... Cheryl Mooreholylandexperience.com

116, 118 Christian Healthcare Ministries ............... Joy Spriggs

119 Dawn McDowell Music Ministries ................................... Dawn McDowell-Roman

120 Traveling Jewelry Box ........................... Doreen Anderson

201 Fortified Marriages Ministry ....................... Chris Garnerfortifiedmarriages.com

203, 205 Creative Touch ....................................... John Disbrowcreativetouchstudios.com

207 3B Investing LLC ....................................... Robert Gordon

209 New Hope Anointing Oils ................................ Elizabeth & Donald Rebstock

newhopeoils.com

213 Ezra International ...................................... Barry Wagnerezrainternational.org

215 Lee University .................................................. Josh Black leeuniversity.edu

217 Bread for the World ........................... Bishop José Garcíabread.org

219 Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co., PA ................................................. Alan Thompson

tpsacpas.com

221 Ira Scatliffe Music Ministry ............................ Ira Scatliffe

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GIVING OPTIONS

The International Assembly is paid for through your giving. We encourage you to

worship through giving to help offset the week’s activities. There are a number of options available to you: OFFERING CONTAINERGive by cash or check in the offering container as the ushers serve the congregation during the general sessions. TEXTUse your cell phone to text “Assembly” and the amount you desire to give to 423-389-9895. GIVING STATIONYou may give via debit or credit card at the giving stations located in the Gatlin Ballroom. ASSEMBLY APPGo to the Assembly app on your cell phone or electronic device, choose the GIVING option, and follow the instructions.

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Gratitude AdjustmentDeWayne Hamby

DeWayne Hamby, White Wing Messenger editor, points the reader to moments in life where God is speaking about how He loves us, His plans for our lives, and how to love others as He does. Through humorous and moving personal experiences, biblical examples and character studies, Hamby brings the reader to a

place of joy-filled thankfulness that can be lived no matter the circumstances.

Prevailing PrayerBrian Sutton

“Author Brian Sutton’s warm and welcoming style overlays

profound spiritual truth. Seekers of God who are hungry and thirsty to know the Father

more intimately will not be able to put this book aside. Reverend Sutton doesn’t know about God; he knows God! Walk with him in Prevailing Prayer. It will lead you to deeper communion with the

Father and victory in life.”—Dr. Jeff Farmer

President, PCCNA

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The Call To StewardshipIn February 2017, the Church of God of Prophecy will embark together on a study of stewardship. Inside this book is everything you need to enable your church to respond to The Call to Stewardship. You’ll find a month’s worth of material for your entire church; sermon starters and children—adult lessons. Best of all, it’s reproducible! You only need one copy per church.

Minister’s Pocket ManualBrian Sutton The original edition of the Minister’s Pocket Manual was compiledalmost half a century ago by C.T. Davidson as a resource that couldbe easily carried in a minister’scoat pocket and used for funerals,weddings, and special services. Sincethen, societal and cultural changes have called for this updated and expanded edition. May all who use this work be anointed to minister in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Visit White Wing Bookstorein the Exhibit Hall

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Book signing from 2:00 p.m–4:00 p.m. Friday with Brian Sutton and DeWayne Hamby in the Exhibit Hall