The Anointed Word. Repositioning Yourself For Your Breakthrough in Newsletter Highlights. Prayer Dates:

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1 The Anointed Word February 2012 Repositioning Yourself For Your Breakthrough in 2012 Newsletter Highlights A special message from the Senior Bishop on how to reposition yourself for a breakthrough in Page 2 A Message from Missionary Lillie B. Davis Quinney - Page 4 Convocation Details - Page 5 A Message from Bishop George E. Moore - Page 7 Prayer Dates: January 27, 2012 February 24, 2012 March 23, 2012 April 27, 2012 May 25, 2012 June 22, 2012 July 27, 2012 The Lord has lead us to have corporate prayer every fourth Friday of each month leading up to our 60th Holy Convocation. This prayer will start at 5am PST 7am CST and 8am EST ending 15 minutes past the hour. We are asking that each diocese prayer leader, diocese bishop and the assistant national secretary help us to get the word out each month to all pastors, auxiliary leaders, elders, ministers and congregations. Please sign in a couple minutes before your time zone schedule. Phone Number: Access Code:

2 Senior Bishop Johnny J. Young Speaks When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch. But Simon answered and said to Him, Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your Word I will let down the net. And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking. So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. St. Luke 5: 4-7 The Law of Buy In it reminds us that people buy into the LEADER before they buy into the VISION of that LEADER. Jesus directed three seasoned fishermen to let down their nets in a certain part of the lake in order to get a catch. Peter responded that they had fished hard all night, without catching anything. Yet he gave JESUS WORD higher authority than his own experience. This is crucial. Jesus leadership drew a buy-in from professionals who felt certain they knew the fishing business better than He did. When Jesus directions proved fruitful, they became willing to follow Him anywhere. Even before they understood all the places they would be going, they left everything to follow Him. This is THE CHURCH OF GOD PENTECOSTAL, Incorporated s worldwide season to REPOSITION ourselves for our next breakthrough. If you are willing to Reposition yourself for your breakthrough, the sky is the limit! You can win the fight of your life. We are soldiers in the army of the Lord! You may lose a few battles, but you can t lose the WAR! When you reposition yourself for a breakthrough, Failure is not an option. We are more than conquerors through Him who loves us. How Can COGP, Inc. Reposition Ourselves for a Breakthrough In 2012? I am glad you asked!! 1. TAKE AN INVENTORY OF WHERE YOU ARE RIGHT NOW. The first step in taking an inventory is to be real with yourself about who you are and what you really want. It is much easier to reposition if you know who you are and what you are repositioning for!! 2. ADOPT TO ADAPT TO CHANGES IN AND AROUND YOU. Change is inevitable, and if we are going to continue steadfastly in the apostles doctrine embracing the vision going beyond before, we must reposition ourselves with the right tools in order to achieve each task along the way. Are you ready for a Breakthrough? Be faithful stewards of your time, tithes, offerings, talents and gifts. May God s blessings and favor continue to be upon each of you as you reposition for your breakthrough in the NEW YEAR 2012! Your Servant Leader, Bishop Johnny J. Young, Ph.D. Chief Apostle/Chief Executive Officer/Senior Presiding Prelate 2

3 3 Calendar of International and Diocese Events Bishop George Moore Southern Diocese Convocation (Mobile, AL) March 7-11, 2012 Midwestern Diocese Convocation (Kalamazoo, MI) April 19-22, 2012 Southwestern Diocese Convocation (Inglewood, CA) March 21-23, 2012 Bishop Lumon C. Williams Bishop Roosevelt Beville Northeastern Diocese Convocation (Erie, PA) October 19-21, 2012 Bishop James Hudson The Northeast Diocese Schedules Diocese Convocation for October 2012 After years of vacancy, the Northeast Diocese has scheduled its diocese convocation for October 2012, according to its ongoing strategic revitalization plan. Diocesan Prelate, Bishop James H. Hudson, foresees the growth in the diocese expanding and churches engaging in effective ministry. In recent years, there has not been a convocation due to stagnated affiliation in that area. The diocese has the affiliation of two new churches (Elder Van Poindexter-Bethel Ministries COGP and Elder T. Eiland-Greater COGP-New York) and believes others are on the way. The convocation is scheduled for October 2012 to be located at diocese headquarters in Erie, Pa. Elder Van Poindexter (right) Elder Tyrell Eiland (left) Hope and Faith Chapel Embraces Youth Educational Opportunities Deacon Ronald Harden Hope and Faith Chapel is backing an initiative for increasing youth employment opportunities and training. Deacon Ron Harden, principal for the Insurance Buyers Union, has proposed the initiative to help stem the tide of unemployment in the age demographic of The initiative would include training, licensure and potential employment assignments through the Career Link arm of the Erie County Employment Department. Interviews are being scheduled to help facilitate qualified candidates for consideration. Upon successful completion of the initiative program, candidates will achieve licensure in the insurance industry and prospects for employment with major carriers and providers such as Allstate, Banker s Life, and Aflac. Deacon Ron Harden is a member of the Trustee Board for Hope and Faith Chapel.

4 4 Missionary Lillie B. Davis Quinney To all the women of the gospel, I greet you in the matchless name of Jesus Christ. We are fast approaching the end of 2011 and I trust that all are yet leaning and depending on the Almighty King - Jesus Christ. There have been a lot of challenges during this year, but God has been right there to give us the strength we needed he did not let us down. I am excited about the next year coming up as God will keep his promise while holding us up in his right hand giving directions and guidance as we need it. The Lord has blessed us so beautifully to carry on the ministry in this part of the vineyard since the passing of our great Pastor, Bishop Jesse W. Quinney Sr. Bishop Prelate, Dr. Johnny J. Young and Dr. L.C. Williams have been there as interim pastors, giving us the support we needed. Evangelist Jeremy McDonald has been coming and preaching under the anointing of the Holy Ghost. Bishop Quinney had a great vision for this State and organization. He wanted the ministry to go on even when he knew the Lord had a time limit on his life. His desires were for us to capture the much needed work that needs to be done in Texas and to work in Unity with all concerned within the organization. Bishop Quinney was concerned about wasting too much time on some things. In his spirit he was talking to the Leaders of the Church to let God handle Churches that were not in line with the Word, he said, leave them alone, let God handle it. My advice to our Holy Women is to pray much in hard times and good, mourn if you have to and when everything is going well with you. I am telling you from experience there might come a time when you will need God s help and cannot utter a word of prayer. But the prayer and praises you send up in good times will take care of your needs in bad. Continue to do whatever work you can for the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain. The Lord will give you the pay he has for you that will be multiplied in his sight. Women of God, do not lose your integrity and values for anyone, it is not worth it. Hold on to God s unchanging hands and don t let go. The Lord will supply your every need and desires according to his will. I am concluding this note by reminding you to stay on fire for God, be prayerful, be strong and pray for our leaders and each other. Remember that we are not on an island alone; we need each other from time to time. And none of us have made it to heaven yet, but striving on every hand to be there to see King Jesus face in peace. May God bless each of you in these troubled times. Peace, be with you all. Missionary Lillie B. Davis Quinney, MBC International Chairlady, of the Church of God Pentecostal, Inc.

5 5 The Church of God Pentecostal,Inc. 60th International Holy Convocation Registration & Information Early Bird Registration Deadline is February 28th SPEAKERS Elder Jeremy McDonald (Fri. July 27) Elder Sedrick King (Sat. July 28) Elder Perine, Jr. Int l Youth President Youth Congress (Sun. July 29) The Church of God Pentecostal, Inc. 60th International Holy Convocation REGISTRATION FORM Registration Fees: Registration Fee for Adult Delegates (18 & above) $75 (Includes Souvenir commemorative program booklet, celebration banquet ticket, t-shirt, workshop materials, and many other suprises) $40= Registration for both youth congress & convocation. $35= Banquet Children (17 & below) $15= (Includes t-shirt, workshop materials and other suprises.) Registration Total (please check ALL that apply): ($75) I would like to register for the 60th International Holy Convocation, Youth Congress and Banquet. ($40) I would like to only register for Holy Convocation & Youth Congress ($25) Children 17 and below for Holy Convocation, Youth Congress and Banquet ($15) Children 17 and below for Holy Convocation & Youth Congress T-Shirt Size: Please indicate one of the sizes listed: Child Small, Child Large, Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, Adult X- Large, Adult XX-Large, Adult XXX-Large Registration Total: $ (Acceptable forms of payment are check or money order ONLY. You may also register online www. TheCOGP.org) Evangelist Beverly Willis Women s Day (Thurs. August 2nd) Dr. Marvin Sapp (Mon. July 30th) Bishop Craig Brown (Fri. August 3rd) Dr. J. Louis Felton (Tues. July 31st) Bishop Roosevelt Beville (Sat. August 4th) Dr. Norman Hutchins (Wed. August 1st) Bishop Johnny J, Young Senior Presiding Prelate / Chief Apostle (Sun. August 5th OFFICIAL DAY) Concert= FREE! Primary Registration Information (Please include only one delegate per form): Name: Mailing Address: Address Line 1 City State Zip (Respective Diocese) Telephone: Primary: Secondary: Church: *PAYMENT MAY BE MADE ONLINE* Hotel Accommodations Renaissance Riverview Plaza $ per night (Single / Double) 64 South Water Street Mobile, AL Candlewood Suites $69.00 Queen $79.00 King (Suites) 121 North Royal Street Mobile, AL **Ask for the Church of God Pentecostal convention rate** Mail to: Jeremy McDonald COGP Convocation Registration 2261 Farrington Loop E. Semmes, AL 36575

6 Tentative Itineraries for Council, Youth Congress & Convocation PLANS BEING MADE FOR THE COMBINED COUNCIL MEETING, YOUTH CONGRESS AND 60TH CONVOCATION Senior Bishop Johnny J. Young announced that plans are being made for the combined meetings of the Council, Youth Congress and 60th Annual Holy Convocation for July 27 through August 5 in Mobile, Alabama. The tentative schedule is as follows: 83rd Year Documentary This year marks the 83rd year for the Church of God Pentecostal, Inc. Beginning one hour prior to each service, the COGP, Inc. 83 Years documentary will be shown. Church members and guests are encouraged to come early to ensure seating. The documentary is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. with church service following. 60th Convocation Co-Sponsors Needed by Feb. 28, 2012 Each pastor has been challenged to solicit at least one $1,000 Co-Sponsor. Pastor Antonio Davis, Miracle Center, Illinois has already reported one Co-Sponsor. Go to the head of class Pastor Davis! Each Bishop has been challenged to solicit at least three $1,000 Co-Sponsors. Senior Bishop Young has deputized and challenged our two new International Marketing Strategists to solicit $60,000 in Co-Sponsorships! Program Booklet & Advertisements Bishop Young is asking each local church to solicit advertisements from church auxiliaries, local businesses, friends, family, colleagues in the gospel and co-workers to build the program booklet for the 60th Convocation no later than February 28, Churches are requested to seek five (5) full pages of ads with camera ready artwork at the following rates: Full-page - $ black & white / $ color Half-page - $50.00 black & white / $ color Quarter-page - $25.00 black & white / $50.00 color 6

7 7 Bishop George E. Moore Acts 15: And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches. Greetings in the matchless name of Jesus, We are excited here in the Southern Diocese. God is yet working wonders in our lives. We are pleased to announce the new addition to our diocese, Through the Eyes of Christ Ministries COGP in Brunswick, Georgia where Elder Richard L. Knowles is the Senior Pastor. I, Elder Nathaniel Richardson and our spouses were able to go and visit with the pastor and the new congregation in Brunswick. We had a great time in the Lord. The saints are enthused about the fellowship with COGP. Pastor Knowles is very active in various outreach programs in his local church and community. He has expressed his vision for the Brunswick area with us and I believe with the help of God, Through the Eyes of Christ Ministries COGP will impact Brunswick in a positive way. Therefore I would like you to help us welcome aboard Pastor Richard L. Knowles and Through the Eyes of Christ Ministries COGP Brunswick, Georgia. The Southern Diocese is moving forward. Our sister churches are maintaining here in the district. We had our second Leadership conference on October 22, 2011 at the McIntosh COGP. The leaders in attendance and I were enlightened in many areas of ministry. We all are looking forward to the next session and we anticipate a greater move of God in As we close out 2011, keep us in your prayers. Our local men s department president, Elder Willie S. Nettles of the headquarters COGP, has launched a $40,000 fundraising campaign. Elder Nettles endeavors to see that the foundation of the Phase II project is started ASAP. With these funds and the on hand balance toward Phase II, we anticipate the foundation s rough end work being completed by May Elder Willie Nettles, Mother Mary Bryant and many others here at 818 Telegraph Road are working tirelessly toward getting this work to commence by January We solicit your prayers as we Reposition ourselves for our Breakthrough. God bless you, Bishop George E. Moore, Sr. Southern Diocese Prelate Senior Pastor Headquarters

8 Congregation Spotlight Inglewood, CA The Church of God Pentecostal Inglewood names its first two International Marketing Strategists! Precious M. Ares (right) Kopper J. Overton (left) Co-Founders Ares-Overton Foundation Erie, PA Grower s Grace Community Garden Project filled part of a community need by supplying fresh vegetables and produce to the Erie City Mission and community access. The garden was the brainchild of Hope and Faith Chapel s efforts in conjunction with Erie County Human Relations Commission personnel Ms. Charlotte Scalise. Erie County suffers from high numbers of unemployed and homeless citizens. Area food banks request whatever assistance can be given in helping the need in the community. Hope and Faith Chapel is positioned for another excellent season of providing fresh produce and vegetables next year. Brunswick, GA The Church of God Pentecostal Miracle Temple strongly encourages all churches to use this new program called Prayer Garden. A prayer garden is the place where you can grow the POWER OF PRAYER in your life like never before. It can be a great tool to use for Children s Church, Sunday School and Youth Programs. Visit: New York, NY Elder Tyrrell Eiland, pastor of Greater Church of God Pentecostal Church-New York has been selected as the Protestant Chaplain for New York University. Elder Eiland is beginning to conduct services at the university and will be working in conjunction with other collegiate chaplains. He was recently recognized as the pastor of Greater Church of God Pentecostal-New York during the 59th International Holy Convocation. Greater Church of God Pentecostal-New York is part of the Northeast Diocese. The. Rev. Shawn Knowles, pastor of Through The Eyes of Christ Ministries, places a flyer promoting the Churches United to Save the Yough March sponsored by his church. Elder Jonathan Young Director Sister Danielle Kimbrough Chief Editor (Newsletter) Kopper Overton Designer (Newsletter) International Marketing Strategist Public Relations Staff Sister Brittany Campbell Committee Member Brother Mykel Williams Committee Member Precious Ares Consultant (Newsletter) International Marketing Strategist