From the desk of Donna Astern August 2008 Introducing Destiny Spirit Apostolic Network For quite some time, we have been sensing and prophesying change. We have been like the caterpillar encased in his tight cocoon, waiting for the day of release. That season of metamorphosis has come with great struggle, challenges, and uncertainty, during which we have all been dramatically transformed. Now as a butterfly, we are emerging into the next stage of maturity and God-chosen purpose to live a new kind of life. Destiny Spirit has always been a training, equipping, and sending ministry. We have seen many people come through, receive prophetic ministry, teaching, training, and healing, and then move on. Now we are evolving and expanding into a training ministry without walls, a trans-local network of people committed to advancing the Kingdom in various forms. We have moved from a pastoral mode to an apostolic one. I extend the invitation to you to continue to walk with me in this expansion, whether your ministry is helps, marketplace, or fivefold. Participation in the network is not exclusive. Members may be a part of other networks or churches.
Destiny Spirit Apostolic Network Local events Seminars, worship events, outreaches Team support for your prayer groups, home studies, churches, evangelistic missions Regular network gatherings (open to everyone) every month for fellowship and personal ministry Online Our website, forums, and links to your sites Dream interpretation, discussion, prayer Travel Domestic and international Advisory Board The Network has an initial advisory board of seasoned apostles and prophets: Dr. Jim Davis, apostle, Firm Foundation Ministries Sherri Dodd, prophet, Freedom In Christ Ministries Network Dr. Kluane Spake, apostle, Jubilee Alliance A True Network 1. Participation in the network is not exclusive. Members may be a part of other networks or churches. 2. Members will find opportunity for friendship building, ministry development, and input from experienced ministers. 3. Ordained and licensed ministers will find a strong support system with benefits that go beyond most similar organizations. 4. Entrepreneurs will find a supportive, understanding fellowship and the opportunity to mentor or be mentored. 5. The business element of the network offering genuine service to entrepreneurs will also be incorporated in the future.
Benefits Promotion of the board and members ministries on our website, including books, CD sets, seminars, services, etc. Advertisement in regional and national publications, including The Voice Magazine Opportunities to expand your gifts and travel Numerous practical resources and consulting services are also in development, such as: Professional life coaching Personal prayer ministry Confidential intercessory support Prophetic presbytery Professional image consulting Website services Prophecy and teaching transcription service Credit repair Healing retreats Online resources for discussion and friendship building Pulpit supply for pastors absences Team ministry to assist pastors and other leaders Your Ministry Is Needed Dream Interpretation Prophecy Hospitality Intercession Marketing Administration Worship Small Group Leadership Book Table Training Teachers and Leaders Website Assistance Deliverance Altar Ministry Spiritual Roots Ministry Counseling Roadies Set Up and Tear Down Equipment
Financial matters Obviously, every ministry requires regular financial support to operate. There are several levels of participation, each with a financial commitment. Each level has a corresponding level of commitment from the Network leadership and specific benefits and privileges. Vision Partner Associate Member Licensed Member Ordained Member Entrepreneur/Marketplace Minister Doctrinal Statement We believe In one God, manifest in three persons: Father, Son, Holy Spirit All are born sinners and must be born again by believing on Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior whose blood was shed for the remission of sin In baptism in water and the baptism of the Holy Spirit In the present-day operation of the gifts of the Spirit and all fivefold ministries including apostles and prophets In divine healing for the whole man: spirit, soul, body In the final authority of the Word of God, the Bible In the literal return of Jesus Christ to the earth The fruit of the Spirit should be increasingly evident in a believer s life The Christian sex ethic is limited to sexual activity between a man and his wife Racism has no place in the life of a believer Conduct in financial and other operations in our business, ministry and family is to be done in a manner which reflects generally accepted Biblical truths and practices Staying Connected We have been connected by the Lord for His purposes. Now as we look with joy and hope to the future, let us reaffirm our commitment to one another and this new direction. Please complete the next page and return it. We will follow up with more information.
Destiny Spirit Apostolic Network PO Box 15252 Chesapeake, VA 23328 www.destinyspirit.com apostle@destinyspirit.com Name Ph Email www. Address City St ZIP Vision Partner (monthly offering $ ) Associate (tithe) 1. What training have you had? 2. What are your gifts and abilities? 3. Where would you like to serve? 4. What is your time availability? 5. How far are you willing to travel? 6. Are you interested in learning more about licensing, ordination, or entrepreneur levels of benefits and privileges?