42nd Annual Holy Convocation

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1 Emmanuel Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Inc. Columbia, South Carolina at God o It! Man s Extremity Is God s Opportunity! 42nd Annual Holy Convocation July 8, July 15, 2018 Genesis 8 KJV And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him in the ark: and God made a wind to pass over the earth, and the waters assuaged;2 The fountains also of the deep and the windows of heaven were stopped, and the rain from heaven was restrained;3 And the waters returned from off the earth continually: and after the end of the hundred and fifty days the waters were abated.4 And the ark rested in the seventh month, on the seventeenth day of the month, upon the mountains of Ararat.5 And the waters decreased continually until the tenth month: in the tenth month, on the first day of the month, were the tops of the mountains seen.6 And it came to pass at the end of forty days, that Noah opened the window of the ark which he had made:7 And he sent forth a raven, which went forth to and fro, until the waters were dried up from off the earth.8 Also he sent forth a dove from him, to see if the waters were abated from off the face of the ground;9 But the dove found no rest for the sole of her foot, and she returned unto him into the ark, for the waters were on the face of the whole earth: then he put forth his hand, and took her, and pulled her in unto him into the ark.10 And he stayed yet other seven days; and again he sent forth the dove out of the ark;11 And the dove came in to him in the evening; and, lo, in her mouth was an olive leaf plucked off: so Noah knew that the waters were abated from off the earth.12 And he stayed yet other seven days; and sent forth the dove; which returned not again unto him any more.13 And it came to pass in the six hundredth and first year, in the first month, the first day of the month, the waters were dried up from off the earth: and Noah removed the covering of the ark, and looked, and, behold, the face of the ground was dry.14 And in the second month, on the seven and twentieth day of the month, was the earth dried.15 And God spake unto Noah, saying,16 Go forth of the ark, thou, and thy wife, and thy sons, and thy sons' wives with thee.17 Bring forth with thee every living thing that is with thee, of all flesh, both of fowl, and of cattle, and of every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth; that they may breed abundantly in the earth, and be fruitful, and multiply upon the earth.18 And Noah went forth, and his sons, and his wife, and his sons' wives with him:19 Every beast, every creeping thing, and every fowl, and whatsoever creepeth upon the earth, after their kinds, went forth out of the ark.20 And Noah builded an altar unto the Lord; and took of every clean beast, and of every clean fowl, and offered burnt offerings on the altar.21 And the Lord smelled a sweet savour; and the Lord said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done.22 While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease. 9:1 And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth.

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3 Welcome Welcome, Praise the Lord fellow laborers in the work of the Lord. Welcome to our 42nd Annual Holy Convocation. I would like to thank God for your sacrifices rendered to help us celebrate this exhilarating yearly event. God has never peeked out and he will never peek out. We are expecting the continual move of God. Now that we're here, let God have his way in your life. Thanks to all the great people of God serving as officers and supporters. Finally, it is a privilege to serve as President of the Emmanuel Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic faith. A special thanks to my wife, Sister Denise Jones. Thank you for allowing me to attend meetings, receive phone calls and for being away from home doing God's work for his people. You make serving God's people a joy. I'm watching God do it! Deacon Michael Jones National Convocation President Convocation Executive Committee Deacon Michael Jones, President Deacon John Teasdel, Vice President Sister Sherry Brooks, Secretary Sister Yolanda English, Assistant Secretary Mother Ruby Johnson, Treasurer Sister Tasha Wydman, Assistant Treasruer 1

4 Sunday, July 8, :00 am Morning Worship Communion Emcee Elder Douglas Albert Prayer Devotional Service Praise Team Opening Song Prayer Hymn ~~ Prayer ~~ Scripture Reading After Prayer Song Mass Choir Offering Acknowledgements Sermon Song Mass Choir ~~ Sermon ~~ Watch God Do It! Man's Extremetity is God's Opportunity Altar Call Communion Songs rendered by the Mass Choir Benediction 2

5 Praise the Lord Saints! Praise the Lord Saints! I thank God for another opportunity he has given us to congregate and experience all that he has prepared for us this Holy Week. The topic that God has given me is Watch God Do It. Man s Extremity is God s Opportunity is the subtopic. Numerous people in the Bible experienced a Watch God Do It moment when God performed glorious and miraculous things for them. For example, when Paul had a thorn in his side he consulted the Lord about it and God said to Paul, my grace is sufficient for thee. There were others that God blessed with Watch God Do It moments. Noah s moment happened when God saved his family and every animal that was in the Ark from drowning in the flood. The paralytic man at the Pool of Bethesda experienced his moment after he was told to pick up his bed and walk. Hezekiah experienced his Watch God Do It moment when his life was extended 15 more years. So I encourage you to read the following scriptures that I believe will keep you inspired and uplifted: Genesis chapter 8:1 9:1; John 5:6-8; II Corinthians 12:7-9 and Isaiah 38:1-9. Now give God your issues and watch Him do it? The Lord is a present help in the time of need. God gave our distinguished and exceptional founder, Bishop Mahlon Pollock, visions for the Emmanuel Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Some have already come to pass. So let us continue to diligently do the work of the Lord until He comes. To God be the Glory, Bishop Roland Morris, Overseer 3

6 Greetings Greetings, to my Emmanuel family and to our special guests and friends from near and far. Oh how wonderful it is to join in fellowship with our brothers and sisters. I, Pastor Rickie Jackson, am so elated to have each of you as part of our 42 nd Holy Convocation. I welcome you to feel free to be a part of all of our services, facilities, and most of all to the Spirit of God. We have prepared ourselves in our hearts and minds for the move of God to show up and to show out this very week. The atmosphere is full of healings, miracles, breakthroughs, and God filling those with the Holy Ghost. Are you ready saints and friends for where God is about to take us? I am. How about you? Where there are two or three gathered together in my name God said He will be in the mist. I admonish each of you as you are gathering yourselves together for this anointed Holy Convocation to ask God to move like He has never moved before. And I'm praying that God do just that. My prayer is that God may forever protect, bless, and keep each of you as you travel along your Christian journey. Because of the love of Christ in me Pastor Rickie Jackson Host Pastor 4

7 Founder: Bishop Malon Pollock CONVOCATION REPORT FISCAL YEAR CHURCH OFFICERS Pastor: Bishop Rickie Jackson Assoc. Ministers: Elder Raymond Pinckney, Jr. Elder Larry Williams Minister Troy Moody Minister Gerald Pierre Minister Jonathan Leysath Deacon Board: Deacon Raymond Pinckney Deacon Isreal Canon Deacon Franklin Bell Deacon John Teasdel Deacon Rudolph Palmer Secretary: Asst. Secretary: Treasurer: Sister Rosa B. Pollock Sister June Lockhart Sister Vicki Jackson CHURCH REPORT We are grateful to be able to come together one more time in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. We thank God for the past year, which was indeed a blessed one for us here at Emmanuel. Our Pastor continues to lead us as he seeks God s plans for our lives. Our officers continue to work together to put God s program over to the best of our ability. The vision given to our Pastor for this year is, Weight Loss! He encourages us to continually lay aside every weight or sin, or anything that will make us take our eyes off the prize of making the rapture, taken from Hebrews 12:1. God continues to bless our pastor with just what we need to strengthen us for the journey as we continue to seek to make the Rapture! We thank God for our annual revival, which was held in June. The speaker this year was Bishop Sylvester Reid. This Man of God truly encouraged us each of the four nights, with such topics as, Your Struggles Creates a Language That only God Can Understand, It s Time to Get Up!, Don t You Dare Criticize My Limp!, and The Struggle is Real, But God It was truly a blessed revival for those who were in attendance. As always, we thank God for our Elders Pinckney and Williams, Ministers Moody, Pierre, and Leysath, our Deacons, who continue to encourage us out of the Word of God. We thank God for the souls he has added to the fold. We have baptized several souls since last Convocation, many of which have received the gift of the Holy Ghost, while others are actively seeking. Many other souls have made Emmanuel their Church home, and still others have re-dedicated their lives to Christ. We also thank God for our regular visitors, who enjoy coming to the services, and we continue to lift them up. On the natural side, since last convocation, we are making great progress in preparation for the building of the Life Center, which will, with God s help, become a reality within the next year. To God be the GLORY! We thank God for our high school graduates, Sister Alyssa Gordon and Brothers Devonte Reese and Eric Pierre. They are all pursuing higher education Alyssa and Devonta at Midlands Technical College, and Eric at Limestone College. May God continue to bless them and keep them in the center of His will, as we continue to pray for them. Sorrowfully, we bid an earthly farewell to Mother Katherine Flemming, who is now resting in the arms of Jesus, awaiting the first trump of God. We truly miss her and her ready smile. Mother Flemming had been a part of Emmanuel for many, many years, and will never be forgotten. We ve also had other church families to lose loved ones and we ve tried to be there for them and each other, to try and be strong, and God met us in a mighty way! As always, we thank God for all of our auxiliaries and officers. The goals of all officers continue to be to do our best to make our auxiliaries the best that God will have them to be. The auxiliaries were able to continue with many of the programs that were started in previous years, as well as institute many other ideas. We thank God for the minds of the leaders of these auxiliaries to work together in love. We solicit your prayers for us here in this part of God s vineyard, as we seek to live lives pleasing in His sight, let our lights shine in the neighborhood, and lead mankind to Christ by precept and example. The Emmanuel Church is reporting $ Convocation Dues, $ in Auxiliary dues and $ in Membership Dues. Faithfully submitted, Sister Rosa B. Pollock Church Secretary 5

8 Convocation Report 2018 Emmanuel Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ 150 East Fourth Street Swansea, South Carolina In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God." Psalms 62:7 Praise the Lord, we bring you greeting from the Emmanuel Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Swansea, South Carolina. We are grateful unto God for another Church year. God has been good to his people, despite some adversity and pain. We are still standing and will continue to stand on God's Holy word. We praise God for our pastor, Bishop Roland Morris, although his light afflictions have kept him from being more involved with the church. He still extends his wisdom, love and direction for the church. Elder Douglas Albert is the First assistant to the pastor and Elder Thomas Hampton is Second assistant. Elder Darryll Albert has joined the Board of Elders. Continue to pray for our Elders that they carry out the work that was set before them assisting our pastor lead the church to glory. We at the Emmanuel Church of Swansea have two visions for the Church, to see the Lord one day on good terms, as our pastor so often states, and to lead souls to Christ. We have a beautiful Brotherhood Department that work in brotherly love under the leadership of Deacon James Black. They continue to have monthly meetings, pray and assist with the nursing home ministries. Mother Glenis Darby is our Women Department President. She has the women of God at heart and continues to be a supportive part in the church, by leading the missionaries. This department continues to visit nursing homes monthly. Deacon Eric Hampton was recently appointed as Youth President. We are praying that God gives him a vision for our youth, who are a beautiful and intelligent group of young people. Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized. We thank God for the souls that were baptised this past year. Miss Ashlyn Smith, Bro. Omarian Jeffcoat, Sister Jackie Jones, Mr. Lawrence O'neil and Bro. Cliff Waltz. We pray they will continue in the path of righteousness. Our graduates from high school this year are: Tre Vaughn Black, the son of Deacon James and Sister Ella Black and Latiya Mitchell, the daughter of Brother Lawrence and Sister Loretta Mitchell. We thank God for this past year and we are only claiming spiritual as well as natural growth in God. The Emmanuel Church of Swansea is soliciting your prayers that, we stay focused and remember it's all about the kingdom of God and not we ourselves. Pray for our Pastor that God sustains him with strength and reasonable health. The Emmanuel Church of Swansea is reporting $ in auxiliary dues $ in membership dues $ in church dues Church Secretary Sister Janice Albert Deacon Chairman: Dea. Willie Johnson Pastor: Bishop Roland Morris 6

9 Tuesday, July 10, :30pm Usherboard Night Proverbs 8:34 - Blessed [is] the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. AN OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE YOU Devotional Leader DEACON JAMES BLACK Devotional Service NOTES PRAISE TEAM Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Bishop Silas Myers has served in the ministry for more than twenty years in the areas of preaching, worship leader, youth minister, head of evangelism ministry, pastor and other areas where he was asked or saw the need. Bishop Myers earned a bachelor degree in Christian Ministry from Hope International University. He is the overseer of Apostolic Doctrine Evangelistic Church of Jesus Christ, Inc. He serves as pastor of Agape Temple ADECJC in Columbia, SC, and Apostolic Doctrine Evangelistic Church of Jesus Christ in Hopkins, SC. Bishop Myers enjoys his greatest ministry as husband to Lady Tiffany, and father to Silas ll, Emcee BROTHER WILLIE LEE SISTER DIANNE JEFFCOAT P R O G R A M M E Welcome Response Ushers March Selection from Ushers Remarks Presentation of Gifts Selection from Ushers Remarks Selection ~~ Guest Usherboard Offering Acknowledgements Introduction of Speaker and Choir Bishop Silas A Myers Agape Temple Apostolic Doctrine Evangelistic Church Columbia, South Carolina Altar Call Benediction 7

10 In the city of Orangeburg, SC, Bishop David A Smith is the pastor of Beulah Refuge Tabernacle and Pilgrim Glorious Church. In the city of Barnwell, SC he is the pastor of First Refuge of Barnwell Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Bishop Smith received the gift of the Holy Ghost at an early age on August 8, He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, That same year he met and fell in love with Betty Jean Wright of Orangeburg, SC. In June of 1974 they joined in Holy Matrimony. To this union were born three beautiful daughters. Their daughter Denise and her husband have blessed tehm with three lovely grandchildren: Madison Elizabeth, Sean Alexander and Timothy David. In 2001 Elder Smith was elevated to District Elder by Bishop Herbert Edwards. One of the highest honors Bishop Smith holds dear to his heart is being appointed by the late Chief Apostle W L Bonner Assistant Pastor. At the 89th Holy Convocation the year being 2009 in Columbia, SC under the direction of Apostle Bonner, Bishop Smith was consecrated to the order of the bishopric. In 2013 Bishop Smith was appointed Dioscean Bishop of South Carolina Upstate Diocesan of the Church of Our Lord Jesus. Bishop Smith remains humbled and grateful for the opportunity to be in the service of the Kingdon of God. Wednesday, July 11, :30pm Women's Department I've Seen Him Work Devotional Service Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Emcee SISTER SHERRY DONALDSON SISTER GLORIA SMITH P R O C E S S I O N A L Emmanuel Church Women's Department Selection Make Me Better Lord Presentation Junior Missionaries Precious Flowers Remarks First Lady Teresa Jackson Sister Angela Albert Selection I've Seen Him Work Emmanuel Church Women's Department Visiting Choirs Remarks Mother Jaqueline Lykes Women's Department President Offering Selection Rendered by the Praise Team Acknowledgements Introduction of Speaker & Choir Bishop David A Smith Beulah Refuge Tabernacle Orangeburg, SC Altar Call Benediction 8

11 Thursday Schedule -- July 12, :00 AM Registration 11:00 AM Devotional Service Church Reports 41st Annual Holy Covocation Recap Door Prizes Drawing 12:15 PM Break 12:30 PM Sunday School ~~ How well do you know your Church history How well do you know your Bible 2:00 PM Break 2:15 PM Brotherhood Workshop Women's Department Meet & Greet 4:00 PM Preparation for night service 7:30 PM Night Service 9

12 Thursday July 12, :30pm Brotherhood Department Elder George Gore, Jr. was born December 20, 1983 to Deacon George Gore, Sr. and Sister Patricia Gore. He is the second child of three children. Elder Gore graduated from Hephzibah High School in 2002 and attended Augusta State University to further his education. Elder Gore is currently employed as a Personal Banker at SRP Federal Credit Union in Martinez, GA. Elder Gore was baptized in Jesus' name on August 2, 1998 and began making preparation for the infilling of the Holy Ghost. Making steps towards the Kingdom of God paid off when he received what he had been seeking, the precious gift of the Holy Ghost. He received this precious gift at a Youth Convention in Johnston, SC on June 8, Elder Gore became an official Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ on October 30, 2010 and was subsequently ordained Elder and Pastor of the United Church of God in Johnston, SC, on June 2, Elder Gore was united in Holy Matrimony to his childhood friend and love of his life, Sister Chandra Gore, on December 29, To this union they were blessed with a son, Geordan Gore. Elder Gore also has one god-daughter, Sister Brittany Hampton. As Elder Gore awaits the coming of the Lord, he is constantly seeking the Lord and making himself more available to God and his people, to continue to build up the Kingdom of God. He believes the best is yet to come in Jesus' name. Devotional Service Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Emcee DEACON DONALD RAY ALBERT P R O C E S S I O N A L Emmanuel National Brotherhood Sermonette/Praise Selection Emmanuel Columbia Sermonette/Praise Selection Emmanuel Swansea Selection Boaz Brothers Offering Selection Rendered by the Praise Team Acknowledgements Introduction of Speaker & Choir ELDER GEORGE GORE, JR. The United Church Of God Johnston, SC Altar Call Benediction 10

13 Friday, July 13, 2018 Day Schedule 10:00 am Registration 11:00 am Devotional Service 11:45 am Break Door Prizes Hospitality Committee 12 Noon Career Fair Youth Department 1:00 pm Break 1:15 pm Brotherhood Workshop 2:15 pm Break Women's Dept. Workshop What will you be remembered for? 2:30 pm Pastors Workshop Ordination Service 4:00 pm Preparation for night service 7:30 pm Night Service 7:30 pm Youth Night Service You Get The Glory ~~ Give Us The Victory Emcee Deacon Eric Hampton Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection PRESENTATION 10 Years of Age and Under S E L E C T I O N Emmanuel National Youth S E L E C T I O N Guest Choirs O F F E R I N G A C K N O W L E D G E MENT S I N T R O D U C T I O N S P E A K E R & C H O I R Elder Jermiah Williams Blessed Hope Temple Spartanburg, South Carolina 12:00 am Midnight Cry Elder Douglas Albert 11

14 Saturday, July 14, :00 pm Elder Bruce S. Edwards Pastor, Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ Elder Bruce S. Edwards was baptized at the United Church of Jesus Christ in Baltimore, Maryland under the leadership of Bishop James Thornton. Soon afterwards, Elder Edwards received the gift of the Holy Ghost. In May of 1987, he married Sis. Michelle Ryce. Through their union, God blessed them with a son, Bruce Steven, Jr. God has always blessed Elder Edwards both spiritually and naturally. He became Superintendent of the Sunday school program, in which he served for over 16 years. In 1988, Elder Edwards was ordained a deacon and in 1990, he accepted God s call into the ministry. In September 1993, he was ordained an Elder. Through the Lord s guidance, Elder Edwards was led to start a ministry in Anne Arundel County, the county where he was reared. In August 1996, the church started out with just six dedicated members. Elder Bruce S. Edwards became the founder and pastor of the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, which began at his home. Pastor Edwards is a Certified Internal Auditor. He has earned degrees from Miami-Dade College, Miami, FL; Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD; and American University, Washington, DC. Pastor Edwards holds many natural honors, but cherishes his salvation above them all. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. (Philippians 3:8) Afternoon Service Conductor Minister Troy Moody Devotional Service Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Popcorn Praises Offering Selection Rendered by Praise Team Acknowledgements Introduction of Speaker & Choir Speaker Elder Bruce S. Edwards Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ Glen Burnie, Maryland Altar Call Blessing of the Food Deacon Michael Jones Benediction Awesome Events and Designs, Caterer Forest Height Elementary School 2500 Blue Ridge Terrace Columbia, SC miles from church go left 12

15 Saturday, July 14, :00 pm Choir Night Bishop Laurence C. Thornton Bishop Laurence Chadwick Thornton, a native of Baltimore Maryland, was born to Larry and Melinda Thornton and was educated in the Anne Arundel County school system. Bishop Thornton received a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Theological studies from the United Baptist College & Seminary of Baltimore, Maryland and is currently pursuing a Master's of Arts degree in Theological studies. Bishop Thornton and his wife, Sister Angeleta are the parents of four sons: Laurence II, Jalin, Tysen, and Caleb. Bishop Thornton is a third generation Apostolic preacher stemming from both of his grandfathers; Bishop James B. Thornton, founder of the United Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic in Baltimore, Maryland and Bishop William Issac Spence, founder of The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith in Penns Grove, New Jersey. At an early age, Bishop Thornton learned the importance of salvation, faithfulness and dedication to God. In 1986, he was baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ at the United Church of Jesus Christ, Apostolic on Park Avenue. He received the precious gift of the Holy Ghost in Bishop Thornton was privileged to study under the tutelage of Bishop Edward Petroski. It was during this time that he accepted his call to the ministry. Shortly thereafter, he returned to Baltimore Maryland to assist his grandfather, Bishop James B. Thornton where he served as Brotherhood President, Sunday school teacher, and choir member. After showing himself faithful, he was announced as Minister in 2001 and consecrated to Eldership by Bishop James B. Thornton, Bishop Grady Cooks and Bishop Arnold Ford in As the blessings of the Lord continued to flow upon him, he was elevated to Assistant Pastor in In his capacity as Assistant Pastor, he is instrumental in overseeing the revitalization project of The United Apostolic Center and serves as facilities manager and in other capacities as needed. In 2015, He was consecrated to the office of Bishop and announced Pastor in October 2016 by Bishop James B. Thornton. Bishop Thornton loves the Word of God and has a passion for souls. It is his vision to contend for the faith that was once delivered to the saints, and enhance the foundation to minister to the needs of individuals in today s world. As Proverbs 13:22 states, A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, it is his goal to strengthen the remains to help save a dying generation. Emcee Minister Jonathan Leysath Devotional Service Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Selection MASS CHOIR Guest Choirs Offering Selection Rendered by Mass Choir Acknowledgements & Announcements Introduction of Speaker & Choir Speaker Bishop Laurence C. Thornton United Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic, Inc Baltimore, Maryland Altar Call Benediction Bishop Thornton travels throughout the East Coast for speaking engagements, yet he remains dedicated to his family and in serving the ministry of The United Church along with his mentor and Father in the gospel Bishop James B. Thornton. He is steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, and is committed to fulfilling the purpose God has for his life. Mass Choir Offcers Brother Anthony Wydman, President Brother Lionel Brooks, Director 13

16 Bishop Arnold G. Ford, Sr. Pastor, United Church of Jesus Christ, Philadelphia Bishop Ford began his Apostolic journey in the year 1973 at the tender age of 16. He was filled with the Holy Ghost and baptized in Jesus Name at the Church of The Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith founded by the late Bishop S.C. Johnson. After his baptism, Brother Ford joined the Refuge Church of Christ, Pastored by the Late Bishop McKinnley Williams of Philadelphia, and remained a faithful member until his Pastor s passing. Sunday, July 15, :00 am In 1988, the now Deacon Ford along with his wife Lynda and two children (Nicole and Arnold Jr.) became members of the United Church of Jesus Christ, Pastored by the Late Bishop Emmanuel Williams and Presided over by the Church overseer, Bishop James B. Thornton. Shortly after joining United, Deacon Ford was called to the ministry and began assisting Pastor Williams in his day to day ministerial duties. Over the next 5 years as Bishop Williams health began to fail, Bishop Thornton, by the leading of the Holy Spirit, ordained and installed Elder Ford as the Pastor of the United Church of Jesus Christ in Philadelphia. By the help and grace of God, Pastor Ford labored in the ministry, witnessing souls being saved and experiencing growth in membership in the Church. In 2002, Pastor Ford was consecrated a Bishop by his overseer, Bishop J.B. Thornton. Bishop Ford continues to be a pillar of the Philadelphia Apostolic community and a voice crying out in the wilderness for the truth of God. Morning Worship Emcee Elder Raymond Pinckney, Jr. Prayer Devotional Service Songs rendered by Praise Team Opening Selection Prayer Hymn Prayer Scripture Reading After Prayer Selection Mass Choir Selection Visiting Church Choirs Offering Selection Rendered by Mass Choir Acknowledgements Introduction of Speaker & Choir Speaker Bishop Arnold G. Ford, Sr. United Church of Jesus Christ Philadephia, PA Altar Call Deacon Michael Jones Blessing of the Food Benediction 14

17 Celebrating 42 Years of Greatness Minister Mahlon Pollock Minister Michael Thompson Deacon Michael Jones Elder Raymond Pinckney, Sr. Deacon Raymond Pinckney, Sr. Elder Ronald Wydman Deacon Dwayne Brooks Elder Matthew Daniels Elder Douglas Albert Minister Eugene McCrea Deacon Eric Hampton 15

18 This moment is for remembering. Yes. Remembering our loved ones that are sleeping, awaiting the coming of our Lord. Thank you, everyone. Mark your calendars now. July 14, July 21, rd Annual Holy Convocation 16

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20 Bishop Malon Pollock was born in Richland County on December 22, He was the eighth of ten children born to the late Henry and Mary Pollock. He attended school in Richland County. Although he did not receive his high school diploma in his youth, God blessed him to return to school to earn his diploma in May of On April 10, 1952, Bishop Pollock was united in holy matrimony to Alice E. Smith. To this union were born eight children, twenty-three grandchildren, seven great-grand children and counting. Not many days hence, Bishop enlisted in the United States Army, and in 1955, after a two year stint, he was honorably discharged. He then matriculated into the Trade program at Booker T. Washington where he earned a certificate in Brick Masonry and Carpentry In 1950, Bishop Pollock was baptized at the Progressive Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ and received the Holy Ghost the following year. He worked diligently at the Progressive Church where he held many positions and assisted in the commencement of many works, both naturally (in construction), and spiritually (in leadership). However, in 1963, he was led of God to start an independent work known as the Emmanuel Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Inc. Under his leadership, churches were started in Columbia, Eastover, West Columbia, Swansea, and Smoaks, South Carolina. December 22, 1933 ~~ October 27, 2000 Over 15 years ago, Bishop began to speak of the vision of a new edifice. Through many trials and tests, Bishop saw the completion of this sanctuary on Saturday, June 24, 2000, at 2:00 pm. On that blessed day Bishop Pollock was able to attend and participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony. No doubt, we may ask ourselves What kind of man was this? Although his health and strength declined, his desire to see God s work flourish never diminished and his faith and trust in God never failed. Even in the final hours of his earthly life he had the people of God on his mind and in his heart. He was comforted when Bishop Rickie Jackson whispered into his ear, The church is going to be alright. Friday morning, October 27, 2000, our founder departed this earthly life and entered eternal rest. His hands can no longer clap, his tongue can no longer speak, but thanks be to God the HAMMER is still ringing, for the many sermons he preached will live on forever within our hearts and minds!!!