March 1, Weekly Services Theme: Our Year of Release For Harvest and Increase". Joel 2: Jacob s Ladder Community Fellowship Church

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1 Weekly Services SUNDAY 10:00 am Sunday School Jacob s Ladder Community Fellowship Church 11:45 am Morning Service 7:00 pm Evening Worship WEDNESDAY 7:00 pm Lock & Load Prayer Service 7:30 pm Bible Study THURSDAY 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal Evening In-home Family Personal Devotional and Domestic Recreational Time Dr. Robert T. Douglas can be heard every Sunday night at 11:00 pm on Channel 1460 on your radio dial. Jacob's Ladder Television Ministry Perspectives in Oneness LA Cable Channel 24 & Inglewood Channel 35 Visit Jacob s Ladder new web home at: B.O.S.S. Phone: , Barbara90745@peoplepc.com Suffragan Bishop Robert T. Douglas, Sr., PhD First Lady Dr. Paulette Douglas 2009 Theme: Our Year of Release For Harvest and Increase". Joel 2:28-29 March 1, E. Hyde Park Avenue Inglewood, CA Jacob s Ladder Corporate Headquarters th Avenue, Inglewood, CA Office Phone: (323) Voic (213) Doctor721@AOL.com

2 Doctrinal Statement WE BELIEVE that the Bible is the inspired, infallible (unalterable) Word of God written by holy men of old, as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. WE BELIEVE in one God who is infinite in power, holy in nature, attributes and purposes, as well as omniscient and omnipresent. We believe that he was revealed to us as Father in creation, as Son in redemption, and as Holy Spirit in His comforting grace that never leaves those who trust Him. WE BELIEVE that in Jesus dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily, for it pleased the Father that in Him should all the fullness dwell. WE BELIEVE in the Virgin Birth; Jesus was both human and divine; He was God manifested in the flesh. WE BELIEVE in the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. We believe that He ascended on high and has sent His spirit, that Holy Ghost, which was poured out at Jerusalem over 1900 years ago, and it is this same Spirit that is filling the hearts of those who diligently seek HIM today. WE BELIEVE in baptism in water by immersion in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and in the baptism of the Holy Ghost, speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. This constitutes the new birth. WE BELIEVE in a holy, sanctified life. We believe in divine healing, communion and foot washing. We believe also in the glorious catching away (the Rapture) of the saints when Jesus returns in the clouds in glory to take His people to Heaven. OUR CHIEF AIM is to glorify our Savior, who is Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Jacob s Ladder Mission Statement Sacrifice Obedience Commitment Church Purpose: I would like everyone at Jacob s Ladder to k now that we are here in the State of California to promote the Kingdom of God and to recruit souls of men and women of all walks of life into this glorious Kingdom. With this truth established, our primary objective is saving the lost souls, the preservation of the saved soul, and the consecration of the new man in Christ. Our tools to reach our objectives are basically as follows: Repentance from a sinful Life; Water baptism in the name of Jesus The baptism of the Holy Ghost; Educating the lost with the Word; and Referral resources for those that have special needs. With this in mind, I would like for you all to know that I have sought the Lord for approval to expand the operation here at Jacob s Ladder. As your Pastor, it is my desire to acquire a church edifice with a seating capacity suitable for our membership. This will require for us to take this present vision and organize it into a three million dollar project. In closing, I invite any ideas or suggestions to make the vision a reality. In Jesus name, God bless Pastor Robert Douglas

3 At The Cross Alas, and did my Savior bleed, And did my Sovereign die; Would He devote that sacred head for such a worm as I? Order of Service Call to Worship Elder Robert Goodwin Congregational Hymns Was it for crimes that I have done, He groaned upon the tree? Amazing pity grace unknown! And love beyond degree! Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut His glories in, when Christ, the mighty Maker, died for man the creature s sin. But drops of grief can ne er repay the debt of love I owe: Here, Lord, I give myself away, Tis all that I can do! Chorus (Vigorously) At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, and the burden of my heart rolled away. Rolled away. It was there by faith, I received my sight, and now I am happy all the day! Opening Prayer Scripture Reading Welcome Sister Brenda Warrick Church Announcements Praise and Worship Praise Team Pastoral Unity Prayer Bishop Robert T. Douglas Fresh Climb Choir - A & B Selections Minister Eric Myers Spoken Word Bishop Robert T. Douglas Altar Call Bishop Robert T. Douglas Worship and Giving JLCF Financial Committee Closing Remarks and Benediction

4 Welcome You did not come to this church by accident. Perhaps a friend or family member invited you. You are not here by choice; you came into this church because the Spirit of our Lord Jesus Christ called you here today. This is an Apostolic church and our Pastor preaches salvation. Acts 2:38 states that we must repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. The Apostolic Doctrine means that in order to be born again, you must be baptized of the water and the Spirit (John 3:5). We pray that you enjoy service today and that you may be touched by the Spirit of the Lord. If you would like more information on the Apostolic Doctrine, please feel free to contact our Suffragan Bishop Robert T. Douglas, PhD. Weekly Scripture: Walking in the Light If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us I John 1:6-8 NIV

5 California District Council News March 1, 2009 Suffragan Bishop Robert T. Douglas is the keynote speaker at the Word of Life Outreach Ministries 20th Anniversary on Sunday, March 1 at 4:00 pm. The address is th Street East, Palmdale, CA Church telephone number is Members of Jacob s Ladder are welcome to attend. March District 14 Fellowship Meeting The date for the District #14 Fellowship Meeting will be announced in next week s publication. District Elder Preston Norman wants us to convey that March meeting will be exciting and you would not want to miss it. He is soliciting the support of our altar workers and ministers to work the altar during each service. There will be altar worker training being conducted. COMING SOON in April 2009 Emmanuel Temple Church is the host of the upcoming District California Youth Revival. Dates forthcoming. May 17, 2009 Jacob s Ladder is invited to attend Bethlehem Temple of the Apostolic Faith s 44th Church Anniversary at 4:00 pm. The address is 445 Monrovista Street, Monrovia, CA Telephone number is Highlights from the Community March 23 - March 27, 2009 The Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal is hosting their 12th Annual Southwestern Diocese Holy Convocation on March 23rd to March 27. The theme is, Be Still, Be Strong, Be Stedfast God is in Control. All services are held at 733 S. Grevillea Avenue, Inglewood, CA beginning at 7:00 pm each night. Registration is only $5.00. For more information, call or See Sister Barbara Kennedy to obtain a copy of the registration.

6 What s Happening Between the Rungs Attention Members of Jacob s Ladder! Did you remember that March is Family & Friends Month? During the month of March is a time for you to prove your love for souls and to our church by inviting someone to church with you. We are all excited about our new church edifice and the best way to express our excitement is to tell others about the only Pentecostal Church in Inglewood, California. Coming Soon! Jacob s Ladder will present a Spring Concert on April 19th featuring the Fresh Climb Chorale and others. Minister Myers is requesting the members of the Fresh Climb Chorale to attend rehearsal each Tuesday at 7:00 pm from 2/11/09 to 4/14/09. Choir Ministry - If you love to sing songs of praise to the Most High God and feel a call on your life to do so, come join Fresh Climb Choir. Rehearsals are held every Thursday at 7:30 pm in the main sanctuary. For more information, contact Minister Eric Myers. Ministry Note - Remember to continue or either join in to contribute to our Growth Fund by donating one hour of your pay each week above your tithes and offering. Keep this quote in mind, Anything is a cinch, if it is pursued inch by inch. Something New in 2009! - Evangelist Jennifer Payne will conduct Soul Patrol Training every Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Douglas Hall for those who have a desire to work with the Soul Patrol or merely want to brush-up on your witnessing techniques. Please contact Evangelist Jennifer Payne for more information. Women's Ministry - All women of Jacob s Ladder play an important part of the Women s Ministry. Come out to their meetings every 4th Sunday at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact Dr. Paulette Douglas or Mother Ruth Smith. Our next Grand Opening Celebration is in March 8th at 4:00 pm. What s Happening Between the Rungs Special Announcement - The Pastor has assigned certain auxiliaries to be in charge of both Sunday morning and evening services. The following schedule is affective beginning January st Sunday Communion and Foot Wash Service (Saints were white) 2 nd Sunday Men s Ministry (Men wear Navy Jackets and gray pants) 3 rd Sunday Youth Department 4 th Sunday Women s Ministry in charge (Women wear royal blue) 5 th Sunday Single Ministry Upcoming Events: April 8 thru April 10-2nd Annual Lock & Load Prayer Revival May 4 thru May 9 - WOW Annual Conference June 17 thru 19 - Men s Ministry Revival August 21 and 23 - Youth Revival September 17 thru 20 - Pastor and First Lady Anniversary Publication Department - Remember to submit announcements to Sister Barbara Kennedy either directly or by at Barbara90745@peoplepc.com. Wednesday Night Bible is essential for spiritual growth. During the month of March, our Pastor is teaching on Tithing. He is teaching from the book, Tithing - God s Financial Plan written by Dr. Norman Robertson. These books are on sale TODAY for $7.00 from Brother Archie at the Book Store in the Douglas Hall.