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From the General Overseer |
 At times it is good for us to be reminded that our brothers and sisters are representing us as they carry the gospel in lands where Christianity is not favored. I received this brief email from Bishop Zebua of Indonesia, which is the largest Muslim nation in the world. As you read this please join in prayer with Bishop Zebua and his leaders for clearance and safety to hold their convention in peace.
"Dear friends,
Greetings in a wonderful name of our Lord Jesus Christ, I just received a short message this morning (August 27) from the National Convention Task Force informing me that yesterday there were meetings in 50 mosques around the convention area to object to our national convention coming soon.
Today, the local authorities of the government will call the Task Force to have a meeting to talk about it. This email is to inform you of this meeting and to ask for prayer. For your information, in Indonesia this month is the 40 days FASTING MONTH for Muslims. Please pray for this matter. God bless."
-Bishop Zebua |
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Institute of Children's Minsitries 2009
This year's 2009 Institute of Children's Ministry will allow you to experience training, fellowship, and ministry in a beautiful, restful setting, Lifeway Ridgecrest Conference Center near Asheville, North Carolina. The Institute will focus on aligning our ministries with what God says about kids. Featured guests include Becky Fischer of KIMI International, John Tasch of Tasch Ministries, and Stephanie Wilson of New Community Church. To read more, click here.
TC Resource List for Harvest
One of our core values for the Church of God of Prophecy is a focus on the Harvest (Church Planting, Evangelism, and Reaching Out). The Tomlinson Center now offers courses that may be converted to college credit. Click here for additional information.
Retirement Plan for Pastors and Overseers
The 95th International Assembly ruled that pastors/overseers be encouraged to participate in a retirement plan. Many states will conduct a pastors' meeting/retreat in the upcoming months. As Stewardship Ministries/Ministerial Services Director, I would welcome an opportunity to present the current retirement plan to the pastors in your area. Read more by clicking here. | |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
September 2009
School of Practical
& Advanced Studies
September 15-18
Freeport, Bahamas
School of Practical
& Advanced Studies
September 20-25
Nassau, Bahamas Institute of Children's Ministries
September 24-27
Asheville, North Carolina
School of Practical
& Advanced Studies
September 24-27
Northeast Region, US
October 2009
Omega Youth Conference
October 9-11
School of Practical
& Advanced Studies
October 15-18
North Carolina
Fields of the Wood
Fall "Victory" Festival
October 24
Murphy, NC |
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