The Torch Magazine by Gracious Grafx

PASTORAL GREETINGS

To all of God’s precious children who have come from near and far to join us in this our 2nd Annual Convention, Greetings in the PRECIOUS & WONDERFUL NAME OF JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD. Thank you for joining us at this year’s Convention. It will be life-changing, challenging, uplifting, and inspirational.

Our goal is to Lift Jesus Up, Proclaim Jesus’s NAME, and Focus on Jesus so everyone comes to serve Jesus. Jesus did say, “If I be lifted up from the earth, I will draw all men unto me. (John 12:32)

As I write this greeting, I am convinced that the coming of the Lord is nearer than we think. If there was ever a time, we needed to Discern the Times, that time is NOW.

November 2021 to November 2022 has been a very impactful time in TOGAC. We have seen 17 people being baptized in Jesus’ Name and 9 receiving the baptism of the Holy Ghost. To God be the Glory, Thank you, Jesus!!!

For the second time in TOGAC’s history, during the Convention, we had new candidates submitted for training for Ordination and service in the Lord’s church. Bro. Leemar Johns, candidate for deacon, Sis Vivene Scot candidate for minister, Bro. Glenford Clarke candidate for deacon, and Bro Jaaquan Thorpe candidate for minister. These four saints have undergone special ministerial training for ordination. Most have also benefited from our new Theological College which was birthed out of a desire to train young men and women for ministry.

During our last convention, we also ordained Missionary Jean Patterson as Elder and affirmed Minister Maureen Wright, Missionary Cynthia Barton, and Evangelist Rema Green into the Ministerial Body of TOGAC.

Our outreach Department has fed hundreds of families in our monthly food drive.

Many services of healing and the constant presence of prayer in the church are led by the dedicated intercessors on the prayer line. One notable answer to prayer was the return of Bro. Leemar’s granddaughter, Victoria Gonzalez, who had been missing for one whole year. God brought her out of a dangerous situation of trafficking. Hallelujah!!

Personally, during this time, I officially became a chaplain in the Ocoee Police Department serving the officers, their families, and the citizens of Ocoee.

We continue to work with Pastor Alex Reyes of the Spanish Ministry to reach our Hispanic & Latino communities.

As we look forward to our eleventh year, we have bold dreams and visions. Our desire is that Jesus will be the dominant theme of 2023. We will be encouraging the saints to Read the Bible through, some for the first time. We will be going hard after lost souls. We will be seeking to acquire property for the expansion of the ministry. We will continue to train, empower, and inspire the saints in their walk with God.

I wish to thank my dear wife of 33 years Erica, our esteemed and beloved Associate Pastor, who through great tribulation has stood in faith. You are a blessing to me, our family, and the TOGAC family. Your resilience is admirable, and you will prevail.

I also wish to thank our Elders, Ministers, Deacons, Evangelists, and Missionaries for your support and hard work in TOGAC. God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labor of love. (Hebrews 6:10)

Our Mission remains the same, To Reach the lost, to Empower believers, and to Demonstrate the Love and power of Jesus Christ.

Thank you for being here in November 2022 and we plead with you to Discern the Times and Remember Lot’s wife.

Robert A. Young Senior Pastor TOGAC

MESSAGE FROM OUR ASSOCIATE PASTOR ERICA YOUNG & CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR

Glory and Honor to the Lord Most High. He who was dead but is ALIVE forevermore, JESUS our savior. Joy and Peace be multiplied to all who believe!

Discerning the Times is an admonition to all believers, everywhere. The moral decay of society, the social injustices, wars between nations and the civil unrests within countries are clear indicators of the change of Times. Not only have we been admonished to observe the times, but we are called upon to make some choices. Our theme also issues a stern warning...Remember Lot’s wife!

She too was a part of a demoralizing society. Their evil was an affront to the righteousness of the Holy God, yet this unnamed woman, despite the warning not to look back after being rescued by the gracious God of heaven; whether with regret or anguish, she looked back at where she was coming from, a place doomed for destruction. She observed but did not discern and thus became a pillar of salt.

Almost everyone has made the observation that something has changed, the world prior to 2020 no longer exists. This is evident to believers and non-believers alike, but how many have decided to leave their Sodom-matic and Gomorrah-matic lifestyle. This is the assignment laid upon us in this 2nd Convention to explore and expound this subject to all who will hear and be prepared to move and live. The pandemic was a preview of what is to come. Many have been spared but are looking back.

Tabernacle of Glory Apostolic Church is clear in its Missions, To reach the loss, empower believers and demonstrate the love and power of Jesus Christ. It is a rescue Mission, and we are honored to be a voice in this noisy world...calling men and women, people from every nation. The wonderful truth is that Jesus is the Way! He is the Truth, and the Church is the entry point.

Our various means and methods of reaching, empowering, and loving for 2022 has been through the continued dedication and commitment of our Ministerial Staff, led by our faithful, hardworking, Chief Servant-Leader- Pastor Robert Young; standing alongside him are Ministers: Deacons: Evangelists, Heads of Departments, and Administrative Team: (who you will meet in the pages of this wonderful publication).

As Administrator it has been a privilege coordinating the various programs; seeing ideas become great events, seeing thoughts become successful strategies and seeing the satisfaction on the faces of those we serve.

How can I forget the extra-ordinary, resilient saints who are the helpers, supporters, contributors, and runners with our vision: Thank you ALL! Your sacrifice, and love are noted in Heaven. Let us then remain steadfast, unmovable always abounding in the work of the Lord, for we know our labor is not in vain. Let us all keep sounding the alarm - JESUS is the way to Life...Discern the Times.

2022 NOVEMBER 9th-13th

WEDNESDAY - CONFERENCE OPENING NIGHT

MORNING MANNA PRAYER

5:00 am - 7:00 am

EVENING SESSION

Theme DISCERNING THE TIMESREMEMBER LOT’S WIFE CONVENTION

7:00 pm - Pastor Robert Young – Senior Pastor TOGAC

THURSDAY - WOMEN’S DAY

MORNING SESSION

6:00 am - 8:00 am Morning Manna Prayer & Breakfast

EVENING SESSION

6:00 pm - Bishop Elect Odane James - TTC -Tampa, FL

FRIDAY – MEN’S DAY

FRIDAY MORNING SESSION

6:00 am Morning Manna Prayer & Breakfast

FRIDAY DAY SESSION

10:00 am - 1:00 pm Teaching - Bishop C. A. Holdsworth

FRIDAY EVENING SESSION

7:00 pm Bishop C.A. HoldsworthGreater Grace Temple – Kingston Jamaica

SATURDAY - MINISTERS

SATURDAY MORNING SESSION

6:00 am - 9:00 am Morning Prayer & Breakfast

SATURDAY DAY SESSION

10:00 am - 12:00 Noon - Teaching:

Bishop John E. Baker - New Hope Tallahassee

ORDINATION SERVICE

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Bishop John Baker - Chief Consecrator

6:30 - 7:00 pm Break

SATURDAY DAY SESSION

7:00 pm - Pastor Kenyatta McLeish - Profita

SUNDAY MORNING

9:00 AM Bishop C.A. Holdsworth – Presiding Bishop

Greater Grace Temple – Kingston Jamaica

Bishop Dr. C. A. Holdsworth is the senior pastor of the Greater Grace Temple family of churches, which has its headquarters at 65a Deanery Road, Kingston 3, Jamaica, West Indies. The organization has seven worship centers in Jamaica and three in the United States. Bishop Holdsworth is the speaker on the Hour of Grace Broadcast-a production of the church’s outreach ministry. It is aired on LOVE 101 FM in Jamaica and on Radio Paradise in the Caribbean and Europe, on W.A.V.S. Radio, Hollywood and W.W.I.I. in Florida.

Bishop Holdsworth was ordained as a Minister of Religion in 1967 in the Shiloh Apostolic Church of Jamaica Inc. He is an international speaker and has ministered in various churches in Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, United States of America, Canada and the United Kingdom. Himself, an ardent Bible scholar, Bishop Holdsworth is committed to teaching and spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ. In keeping with this commitment, he has worked tirelessly to establish a Christian Education Ministry in Greater Grace Temple

Bishop Holdsworth has been married for over 40 years to his lovely wife Pancyline who has now gone home to be with the Lord and is the father of 4 beautiful children, three girls. He has one precious grandchild, Jordan whom he adores.

BISHOP DR. ODANE JAMES

Bishop Odane James was born on September 23, 1982 at the Cornwall Regional Hospital in Montego Bay, Jamaica. He was the first son of Bishop Dafton and Lady Pauline James. His miraculous birth was truly an answer to prayer; therefore, his mother called him the Son of Consolation. Odane grew up in Savanna-La-Mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica, W.I., where he received his early education through the school system.

Bishop Odane James is the husband of one wife, Lady Tiffany James, a wonderful woman of virtue whom God has strategically positioned in his life. She compliments his ministry and is an integral part of the mandate God has placed on their lives. Bishop James is also a father of 4 beautiful children, one of whom has gone home to be with the Lord. Her departure was a great turning point in the life and ministry of the James’ family and serves as a testament that God can take broken pieces of a shattered life and use it for His glory.

Bishop James lives a committed life of continual, effectual, fervent prayer, fasting, and dedication to the ministry to which God has called him. He counts himself a prisoner for Christ and an ambassador of the unadulterated, invincible, and infallible gospel of the Lord Jesus. His life’s passion and true purpose is expressed in Paul’s writings to the Corinthians (1Cor. 9: 16), “For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!”

BISHOP DR. C. A. HOLDSWORTH

PASTOR KENYATTA McLEISH

Pastor McLeish accepted the call to the ministry and was ordained a Minister in 2006. He headed the youth department of his former church as a Youth President and held the office of Vice President in the Men’s Department. Minister McLeish also spearheaded a Men’s Empowerment Fellowship group, which targeted empowering the optimal growth of men in all areas of life.

His aim is to fulfil the mandate of God on his life and to make sure that the people of God are walking in their God-given Power.

He lives by the Motto “Nothing Beats Prayer But Prayer Beats Everything”

BISHOP JOHN E. BAKER

SPIRITUAL JOURNEY:

I accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior at the age of 17 at Orange Hill Christ Gospel Church under the ministry of the late Bishop Baron Higgins in Westmoreland, Jamaica. I am a worshipper at heart, and I have served in many ministry positions over the years, including National Youth President for Christ Gospel Churches of Jamaica, Assistant Pastor, and Associate Minister. I love to study, teach and preach God’s words, and I am a student and teacher of biblical principles relating to marriage, family enrichment and leadership development. I especially like to work with young pastors and emerging leaders of the church and the business world.

CURRENT MINISTRY POSITIONS:

Lead Pastor, New Hope International Outreach Ministries, Tallahassee, Florida

Assistant Presiding, International Bishop, Christ Kingdom International, St. Petersburg, Florida

FAMILY:

I am married to Ann-Marie Baker, and together, we are the proud parents of three young adults: Ryan, Oncyha and Preston.

Pastor Kenyatta Ihoma McLeish - a servant hand-picked by Godcarries a rare and distinctive anointing

OUTREACH

The Outreach Ministry extends greetings and abundant blessings to everyone on this wonderful occasion - our 2nd Annual Convention and 10th Church Anniversary.

“Let all that I am praise the Lord, with my whole heart I will praise His Holy name” Psalm 103:1 NLT) We jubilantly offer this praise on behalf of the TOGAC family... let all that we are, praise the Lord. May we never forget the good things God does for us, He forgives our sins, He heals all our diseases, He has redeemed us from death., He protects and guides and strengthens.

The past year has not been without challenges, but here we are again reporting victory in the name of Jesus, our Savior. The Outreach Team has remained steadfast, vigilant, and determined to reach the loss through demonstrating the love and power of Jesus Christ through outreach and evangelism efforts,

Our team has grown in committed servant leaders. Presently there are twenty faithful volunteers. We have also been joined by the Spanish arm of our ministry, enabling us to minister to our Spanish community more effectively. The distributions of our free groceries have increased monthly, and we now serve an average of sixty families per month to five different demographics. The total approximate persons including children and seniors fed monthly was 240 equaling an annual distribution of 2,880 people served between November 2021-2022. Our partnership with the Southeastern Food Bank has grown stronger since becoming a Contributing Partner in February 2022. Translating in better quality products.

Some of the other accomplished goals within the past year included the Celebration of our Annual Family Month held in May, which highlighted the various segments of the family: We treated our Singles to an evening of elegant dining. Our delightful Seniors enjoyed a sumptuous brunch and a beautiful day-out with each other. Families were encouraged to spend quality time together, Dates with dads and daughters, moms and sons were enjoyed and much more activities planned to strengthen the family. The month was climaxed with the Blue Event. The anticipated and grand occasion of honoring Pastor Madeline Forbes. This event brought together the expertise of the TOGAC family as we Celebrated a Warrior in the Gospel, who is certainly deserving of double honor. A special word of thanks to Sis. Etienne for the superb décor, crowning the event and to the Hospitality Team for their hard work serving the attendees.

Everyone and everything we have accomplished cannot be mentioned in this small space; however, I trust our Outreach Appreciation –Evening of Gratitude Dinner, conveyed our sincere gratitude to our dedicated Team members whose commitment and professionalism are the driving force in this ministry.

To the Packers, Sorters, and Sign Holders; to the Counselors, to our Delivery Team and Intercessors, thank you! To our Pastor, Hats-off to you Sir, you have exemplified true servant leadership, also to Pastor Alex Reyes for his enthusiasm and dedication. Thank You all!

USHERS

Greeting in the Name of Jesus!

The Usher Team Celebrates with Our TOGAC Family on this our 10th Anniversary and 2nd Convention. My aim as the Head Usher is to prepare and provide an environment that is comfortable to both members and visitors who come through our doors.

As door keepers , our spiritual readiness and acts of services play a huge role in the life transformations we anticipate will take place as you enter the presence of the Lord. Understanding that how we greet a visitor at the door can determine if he or she will stay and become a member or that will be their last visit; we aim to share the warmth that TOGAC is known for.

I am very happy to say we have an outstanding Usher Team. They are very dependable , dedicated and they have displayed a spirit of excellence in performing their duties. They make my job as lead usher much easier, when given tasks and instructions they follow through beyond measure.

Our Team is a pleasure to work with , we are always looking for ideas and ways to improve. I am grateful for the unity that exist among us. We pray that we will continue by our motto which states; “Together, we are stronger”.

We are aware as with everything we do, there is always room to improve and become better. As servant-leaders we are making sure that everything we do , we do it with excellence and all for the glory of God.

God Bless, Tascha Stewart – Head Usher

HOSPITALITY

We acknowledge Christ as our Lord and Savior and give Him thanks for our Spiritual leaders, Senior Pastor Robert Young and Associate Pastor Erica Young who has been blessed with the insight to give us the opportunity to use our gifts and talents to serve in this Ministry.

Hospitality is the most basic thing that one human can offer to another. It does not only mean serving food, but it also involves making God’s people feel a sense of belonging, love, warmth, appreciation and all the other fruit of the Spirit in a tangible way.

A special thanks to our Team which consist of Sis Paulette Redwood – Director, Sisters Jeanette Lewis; Sharon McDonald; Cecile Thompson; Claudette Grandison; Veronica Thorpe; Kaydian Smith; Vivene Scott; Minister Maureen Wright; Sis Tracy Scott and Bro Jeffery Brown.

A special welcome to Sis Suzette Robinson and Sis Debresha Thorpe who joined the team this year.

We have overcome the fear of COVID 19 which is behind us thank God, and was able to accomplish some of our goals: We acknowledged members Birthdays and Anniversaries during the year with cards and gave monetary surprises to our children under 12 years of age. We had our TOGAC Summer Picnic after 2 years of not having one and it was a blast of FUN with great FOOD and FELLOWSHIP. The attendance and participation were off the chain thanks to Sis Robin Young and the Outloud Youth Ministry Team, for making it better than we expected. We were represented at the Outloud Youth Department Pajama night activity, which was also fun.

We celebrated with some of our Seniors at a Buffet Luncheon after Church, much to our delight because it was so fitting and needful that we got together. After 2 years absence we are once again preparing to have our grand TOGAC Christmas Gala Fundraiser, and Award Presentation.

We look forward to the coming new year with much hope and renewed energy and vision for a successful year in the service to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Savior Jesus Christ.

Sister Paulette Redwood – Director / Coordinator

Sister Jeanette Lewis – Assistant Coordinator

PASTOR’S AIDE COMMITTEE

Greetings & Congratulations,

There is joy in my soul, peace in my mind as I greet Pastors Robert and Erica Young. I Celebrate with you 10 years of Pastoral Leadership in Tabernacle of Glory and give all glory to God for this house of worship where the glory dwells.

We declare 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 because we are together in this fight with one gear that goes forward knowing that every giant must become a grasshopper and every mountain a plain when we are on one accord.

To the Pastor’s Aide Warriors: Elder Jean Patterson, Deacon Leemar Johns, Sister Ingrid Johns, Sister Janice Etienne, Sister Tascha Stewart and Sister Cecile Thompson; We will continue to hold up our Pastors’ hand as Aaron and Hur did in the battle with the Amalekites.

Brethren be strong in the Lord. Let’s continue to run, and not lag behind, remembering that the Bible is the road map for life and the blueprint for eternity.

Showers

of Blessings,

Pastor Madeline Forbes Pastor’s Aide Chairperson

DEPARTMENT HEADS

AP ERICA YOUNG Outreach GLENROY BENT Mens Department PAULETTE REDWOOD Hospitality KIZIE BENT Praise Team ROBIN YOUNG Youth Leader TASHA STEWART Head Usher VIVENE GAYLE-SCOTT Women Department INGRID JOHNS Sunday School JANICE ETIENNE Fine Arts PASTOR M. FORBES Pastors Aide Committee

Prayerline TOGAC

The Alexander Theological College

This theological adventure was birthed out of a desire to educate the people of God at the next level of Biblical Scholarship.

This year we have had as our tutors, Dr. Benjamin F. Carter Jr., and Bishop Odane James, and joining us in our fall semester is the renowned Dr. Marvin Sanguinetti from London

The subjects we have completed are Hermeneutics, Homiletics, Critical Thinking, Systematic Theology, and Church Leadership.

For the first time this year, we had students from Jamaica, Canada, and the Cayman Islands.

The classes are intensive, exhilarating, informative, and transforming. Our goal is to grow the school to 100 students in 2 years and 200 regular students in 4 years. It will be a challenge but with prayer, faith, planning, marketing, and an excellent curriculum we will see it happen. Please Pray for us!!

We encourage all who read to consider joining a class in January.

ROBERT A. YOUNG President & Founder

BISHOP BENJAMIN CARTER DR. MARVIN SANGUINETTI BISHOP WAYNE WILLIAMS BISHOP ODANE JAMES

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Blessings and salutation to everyone I greet you all in the Mighty name of Jesus Christ our soon coming King.

Giving thanks for life and so very Thankful for the man and woman who was chosen to lead us, our Pastors Robert and Erica Young.

As we strive for excellence, we’re committed to serving Jesus Christ came to serve and not to be served.

I would like give a special thanks to all the Teachers and parents who made every effort to ensure that they children was present in Sunday school. I implore everyone to be apart get on board teachers are needed.

Despite our challenges we managed to continue Sunday school via zoom and in person. In proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”

Isaiah54:13 “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.”

Matthew 19:14 “ Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Our goals for 2023 are as follows:

1. Definitely needed all Sunday school to resume via zoo or in person. We have overcome 2019 we are alive it time for us to move forward, it’s been too long.

2. I am still believing God for increase but we must tell someone about Jesus, Action is necessary.

3. I am committed to serve and would like to take this opportunity to invite everyone to get involved we are the body of Christ each one of us as apart to play.

I cannot stress this enough but I encourage all of us as parents to be a prime example to our children they are watching us.

Let us make a change as pray, studying the word of God as we love and fellowship with one another.

There is power in unity, there is strength in numbers with unity strength and numbers we can do great things for the kingdom of Christ.

Let’s continue to work together for the Glory of Our Lord Jesus.

Looking for better and greater things in 2023 as we continue to go and grow innumerable.

My expectations for 2023 are higher than 2022.

In closing: I thank everyone for being apart you are appreciated.

Praise Him with the timbrel and dance: praise him with stringed instruments and organs. Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord. (Psalm 150 verses 3 and 6)

The Tabernacle of Glory Fine Arts Ministry continues to service the church as it seeks to Glorify God through speech, music, drama, and dance enabling spiritual growth through artistry.

We thank God for being blessed with the finest set of young people who continue to use their gifts and talents for the Glory and Honor of God. The TOGAC Children’s Choir consist of enthusiastic precious jewels under the leadership of Sister Doette Clarke. They continue to minister occasionally during the Sunday Divine Worship Services and other special events via singing or choral speaking. They have truly been a tremendous blessing on these occasions. The” Drama Team” has been instrumental in the production of Easter and Christmas programs.

TOGAC has been blessed with three Dance Groups TOGAC Kingdom Dancers, the TOGAC Gems and the adult group TOGAC Grace Dancers: because of various circumstances the Kingdom Dancers and the Grace Dancers had several challenges this calendar year, however, the Gems took the lead and were very active in Ministering during Sunday Services and other Ministry events.

As we reflect on the year in review let us continue to pray for our young ministers who are evolving in many areas. We have seen growth physically, spiritually and academically. The groups have been restricted to reflect the following:1)The Gems -7 years old and under 2)The Kingdom Dancers -8 years old -16 years old 3)The Restored Dancers 17 and over

According to the song writer ‘’We must work while it is day spreading the words of God to souls along the way” let us continue to “Strive for Excellence as we continue to serve the Lord. Let’s give God the Glory for all those impacted by the Fine Arts Ministry, it is our honor to serve in the TOGAC

TOGAC FINE ARTS DIRECTOR

Doette Clarke - Assistant Director

Maureen Wright - Secretary/Treasurer

Sis Vivene Scott/Sis Sharon McDonald

All our years You have been faithful; All our years You have been so, so good With every breath that we are able; Oh ,we will sing of the goodness of God

The words of the song resonates with the Tabernacle of Glory Apostolic Church (TOGAC), because as we celebrate ten years as a congregation God has truly been good and faithful to us. The number ten in biblical terms signifies authority, completeness of order and responsibility. Through our leaders Pastor Robert and Erica Young our congregation has begun the task of taking authority of our region/location by our recent prayer walk in the community. We have always had a sense of responsibility for our members and the souls that have been baptized in our church as we pray without ceasing for all to be restored.

Our ten-year Anniversary will be incorporated with our second Convocation under the theme: Discerning the times, remember Lot’s wife. The women of TOGAC have purposed to move forward in Christ as Paul admonishes us in Philippians to, “forget those things which are behind, and reach forth unto those things which are before”. In April we began moving forward when we hosted our Central Florida Women’s Alliance conference under the theme; Arise it’s Harvest Time. One of the conference speakers, Sister Sharon McDonald our Women’s Vice President encouraged us to:

Rekindle our spiritual fire: Rise up so souls will not perish: Open our hearts to people: Learn to discern people’s spiritual needs: Make room in our schedule: Put away judgmental attitudes

She encouraged us to take responsibility for these things so that our spiritual lives may be enriched as we continue our walk with Christ.

In June we pampered our fathers with an afternoon of fun and togetherness and on Father’s day showered them with tokens of appreciation for their Godly duties as fathers to their biological as well as their spiritual children. In April we welcomed the newest addition to our TOGAC family, baby Gracelyn Scott, an adorable baby girl, born to Sister Davene Scott, member of our Praise and Worship team.

The year 2022 so far has been kind to TOGAC as we weather the storms of our time. A fresh wind is blowing and is unveiling the spiritual appetite of our women as we continue to press towards the mark through our involvement in various areas of our ministry. My hope is that as a department of TOGAC and as individuals we will maintain our connection to the ultimate source-Christ Jesus – and rekindle our spiritual fire as we press toward the mark.

OUTLOUD YOUTH

The OUTLOUD Youth Ministry extends greetings and abundant blessings to everyone on this wonderful occasion - our 2nd Annual Convention and 10th Church Anniversary.

The year 2022 so far has brought many blessings for the Out-loud youth department. It has been my honor to lead alongside our President Robin Young and being vice president has been such a joy. I cannot forget to mention our secretary Brianna Scott for her unwavering love and support. This year and every year our aim has been to put Jesus in the center of our ministry.

As a ministry we have accomplished many of our goals with the help of the church by our side. This year we have accomplished holding our annual Back to School Bash in collaboration with the Sunday School Department. We hosted our Outloud Youth Pool Party over the summer, had ice cream hangouts, a graduation party for our high school seniors, and planned our annual church picnic with the hospitality department.

But with all these wonderful events taking place, we also had some challenges. At the beginning of the year, we had our youth services on Zoom due to Covid. This was a big challenge for us but later we were able to have our services in person. Recently in the month of October we changed the day and time for our weekly meetings. We now meet every other Sunday evening at 6:30 pm instead of Fridays at 7:30 pm This was a big change for us, but we did what was best to get as many of our youths out for service and to accommodate those who were not able to make it on Fridays.

As we make these changes we are also planning and preparing for our 2022 Outloud Youth encounter this November. We are looking for a great move of God. We see this as an avenue for the youths in these last days to rekindle their relationship with God. As we continue to finish the year strong and plan for the upcoming one, as leaders we pray that the Outloud Youth Department will be able to grow by getting more youths involved and become regular participants in our services.

I would like to thank Pastor Robert & Erica Young for their support, being at youth service and for their prayers. We salute the youths who have been supporting this ministry and pray that the words of Proverbs 23:26 “My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways.” resonate with you all in 2023.

Robin Young, Youth Leader

PRAISE TEAM

It is with gratitude that I salute our Second Annual Convocation.

All praise to God as we celebrate another year. God has been taking us through every step of the way with such grace, protection, care and favor, and I give Him absolute reverence.

The Praise & Worship Team is tremendously blessed by the leading of our Senior & Associate Pastors Robert & Erica Young, our Ministerial Team, and by the participation of our faithful members.

I also thank the Team of Singers, Musicians and Media Technicians for their time, efforts, laboring and service to the Lord. It is certainly not in vain and not unnoticed. A big hearty thank-you for being a part of the Music Ministry; we are working, learning, and growing together. It is my prayer that God will continue to equip us with all we need for doing His will and produce in us through the power of Jesus Christ every good work that is pleasing to Him (Hebrews 13:21).

We’ve also been blessed to have two new members to the team, Sister Stacy Wilson, Vocalist and Brother Olny Etienne, Media. Their coming on board has been valuable and favorable to the Team and we are grateful for them.

We’ve sang in joy, and we’ve sang in pain. We’ve praised & worshipped on good days and did the same on crummy days. We’ve served from the mountains and even in our valleys. In the highs and lows, in the pressing, crushing, and conquering we have been drawn closer to God, and in all of it we have learned to bow our faces to the ground in acknowledgement of God’s glory. It is certainly our aim to continue serving as God bestows upon us the grace.

Minister of Music: Kizie Quintyne-Bent

The Team: Singers: Assistant Janice Etienne, Robin Young, Michela Scott, Davene Leslie-Scott, Stacy Wilson: Musicians: Carl, Aasean Kerr, Bro. Leemar Johns: Sound Technicians & Media: Joel James, Olny Etienne, Brianna Scott.

The Tabernacle Media Ministry extends greetings and abundant blessings to everyone on this wonderful occasion - our 2nd Annual Convention and 10th Church Anniversary.

As Christians, we are called to do our work with focus, excellence, and attention to detail. We should be trustworthy and responsible. Proverbs says that being lazy in your work is similar to intentionally destroying things! This statement speaks clearly to the Tabernacle of Glory Media Department. We have embarked on a quest for excellence as shown in the various projects we have worked on.

With purchase of some well needed equipment acquired in the calendar years 2021-2022 the department has grown in the production and quality of work. We were instrumental in assisting with the live streaming of the Carriers of His Glory Conference as well as the Central Florida Women’s Alliance Conference. The department has also assisted the Alexander Theological College with Zoom classes and students submitting their sermonettes.

This we have been doing while still doing the weekly broadcasting of services on Sundays and Bible Study on Wednesdays. We have also had some restructuring in membership as well. Jaaquan Thorpe our trusted leader has not been with us for a while, Brother Olny Etienne and Sis Georgina have stepped to the task and we are thankful to have them onboard, along with Bro. Joel James, Sis Robin Young, Sis Brianna and Sis Micaela Scott.

The Media department while not in the forefront is an integral part of any ministry especially in these post-Covid days where the use of technology in all areas of our daily lives is more evident. We in the department recognize this fact and have endeavored to let viewers have an experience that embodies Luke 11:34 “Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eye is healthy, your whole body is full of light, but when it is bad, your body is full of darkness.” As the platform for eyes to enter TOGAC’s ministry we are mindful that our viewers need to have a healthy experience so that the Light of Christ may remove darkness, doubt or fear from their lives. This leaves us to continue working to deliver only the best that the TOGAC Media Ministry has to offer. Praise Jesus!

Brianna Scott, Media Team Member

Families of TOGAC

THE CLARKE FAMILY THE BECKFORD COOPER FAMILY THE BARNES THE COOPER FAMILY THE BECKFORDS THE RODNEY FAMILY THE GRIFFIN FAMILY THE BARTON FAMILY THE BENT FAMILY THE COBOURNE FAMILY THE DIXON FAMILY

THE SCOTTS

THE STEWART FAMILY

THE YOUNG FAMILY THE ROBINSON FAMILY THE JOHNS FAMILY THE THORPE FAMILY THE THOMPSON FAMILY THE SMITH FAMILY THE PHILLIPS THE JAMES THE FRANCIS FAMILY THE MCDONALD FAMILY THE ETIENNES THE SIMPSON FAMILY

Saints

of TOGAC

ROBERT A. YOUNG SENIOR PASTOR ERICA YOUNG ASSISTANT PASTOR MYEL BENT RUBY BERNARD HOPETON BECKFORD IONA BECKFORD MICHELLE BARNES GLENROY CLARKE ELPEDO BAKER DOETTE CLARKE GLENROY BENT CYNTHIA BARTON MICHAEL COONS KIZIE BENT EJAINA DIXON

JANICE ETIENNE SUSAN GIELLA HUBERT JOHNSON JEAN PATTERSON MADELINE FORBES CLAUDETTE GRANDSON KAREEN LOWE LOVINA REID OLNY ETIENNE DAHLIA GORDON MARVELLA LORD SHAQUILLE PERRY SANTRESS FRANCIS REMA GREEN GAY-ANN MATTIS RICHARD ROBINSON VIVENE GAYLE-SCOTT INGRID JOHNS SHARON MCDONALD REYNOR RODNEY

VICKIE RODNEY ZOEY SIMPSON SCOTT STEWART DEBRESHA THORPE MICAELA SCOTT ETHEL STANBURY CECILE THOMPSON STACY WILSON BRIANNA SCOTT NIKKI SMITH TASHA STEWART LUCITA WEBBER TRACY-ANN SCOTT NADENE STERLING SIMONE THOMPSON MAUREEN WRIGHT FERNANDO SIMPSON JAEDA STEWART BRIANA THORPE ROBIN YOUNG

ALLIANCE PASTORS

“And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together: for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it” (Isaiah 40:5, KJV). Blessings to TOGAC, in celebration of your Church Anniversary from Bethel Apostolic Assemblies, Inc. and Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church of Avon Park - Bishop B. F. Carter, Jr.

It gives me great pleasure to offer congratulations to Pastor Robert and Erica Young, the other leaders, and saints of Tabernacle of Glory Apostolic Church on the occasion of their Tenth Church Anniversary and convocation. We at Victory Tabernacle pause to reflect on the bounty of God’s grace towards you, the growth and development of your ministry over the past ten years while being a beacon of hope in your community.

The choice of your theme is not only timely and challenging but also relevant. We are aware that the tremendous burden of ministry and the need for workers to reap the great harvest of souls can sometimes be overwhelming. As we join with you in discerning the times, it is our hope and prayer that God will continue to give you insight, strength and all the resources needed to reposition your ministry and equip the saints to increase their efforts to win others and disciple them into the kingdom of God. It is our prayer that you and the assembly will continue to create a profound impact in your community as lives are transformed to the glory of God; because the days are evil.

May God help you to believe that your greatest impact is yet to be. May God bless you and give you all you need to make a difference to the glory of God as we all wait for His return.

Bishop Wayne & Pastor Arlene Williams Victory Tabernacle Apostolic International Inc. Avon Park, Florida

to the ORDINATION

Ministry Training Throughout The Year

Journey

Ordination

Saturday, November 12, 2022

ORDER OF ORDINATION

All Ministers will line up in the foyer and not enter until summoned by the Chief Consecrator THE CALL TO ORDER - Pastor Robert. A. Young – Senior Pastor TOGAC

THE PRELUDE

The Procession of Bishops, Pastors, and Ordained Ministers The Collect: Chief Consecrator

A collect is simply a prayer meant to gather the intentions of the people and the focus of worship into a succinct prayer.

Almighty God, who by thy Divine Providence hath appointed diverse orders of Ministers of Thy Church, and didst inspire thine Apostles, to appoint men to the Sacred Orders thereof, make these we beseech thee O Lord, to be modest, humble, and consistent in their ministration. Grant Them, by both Word and deed and good example, to faithfully serve thee in this office to the glory of Thy Holy Name, and the edification of the church.

Grace them to have a steady will to observe all spiritual discipline, that they always having the testimony of good conscience, and continuing ever stable. Replenish them with the truth of thy doctrine, uphold them in strength, by the power of Thy dear son Jesus Christ, that they may so well behave themselves in this inferior office, yours be all the glory. Grant this, we beseech thee, most merciful Lord, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Mediator, & redeemer, now & forever, Amen!!

Hymn – Ready to Go! - Led by Pastor Robert A. Young

1. Ready to suffer grief or pain, Ready to stand the test; Ready to stay at home and send Others if He sees best.

Refrain: Ready to go, ready to stay, Ready my place to fill; Ready for service lowly or great, Ready to do His will.

2 Ready to go, ready to bear, Ready to watch and pray;

Ready to stand aside and give Till He shall clear the way. [Refrain]

3 Ready to speak, ready to think, Ready with heart & mind; Ready to stand where He sees fit, Ready His will to find. [Refrain]

4 Ready to speak, ready to warn, Ready o’er souls to yearn: Ready in life or ready in death, Ready for His return. [Refrain]

SERVICE

TOGAC

OPENING

PRAYER

- Pastor Madeline Forbes

We will now identify those who now come to be Ordained and Appointed into the Ministry of Tabernacle of Glory Int. Inc. on this 12th, Day of Nov. 2022.

They will walk to their seats when their name is called.

READING OF NAMES AND ENTRANCE OF CANDIDATES – Pastor R Young

Pastor Young will then announce the name of the Chief consecrator and hand service over to him. The chief Consecrator – Bishop John E. Baker

Opening Remarks - Chief Consecrator

Reading of Isaiah 61:1-7

Reading of 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Special Musical SelectionThe Presentation for Ordination

The Examination

The Act of Ordination

The Investiture

The Presentation for Appointment

Short Homily – Chief Consecrator – Bishop John E Baker

THE PRESENTATION

PASTOR ROBERT YOUNG WILL PRESENT THE CANDIDATES TO THE BISHOP SAYING:

The honorable Bishop John E. Baker esteemed Bishop in the Lord’s Church, the vineyard is ripe, but the laborers are few!

THE BISHOP ASKS:

Whom shall we send into the vineyard, lest the harvest be lost?

PASTOR ROBERT YOUNG RESPONDS:

For the work of Christ’s kingdom. I present to you the following candidates for Ordination in the Lord’s church. (The candidates will approach the altar)

Bro. Glenford Clarke to be ordained as a Deacon in the Lord’s church serving Tabernacle of Glory Ocoee Florida.

Bro. Leemar Johns to be ordained as a Deacon in the Lord’s church serving Tabernacle of Glory Ocoee Florida.

Sis Vivene Scott to be ordained as a Minister in the Lord’s church serving Tabernacle of Glory Ocoee Florida.

Those for ordination have been selected in accordance with the by-laws and constitution of this Holy Church and we do believe their manner of life and exercise of ministry is sufficient to warrant this ordination.

Those for appointment have been selected as they have shown the potential, propensity, and desire to serve the Lord’s church and are in need of further training, counsel, and preparation for ordination at a later time.

THE BISHOP ASKS:

The need for ordained persons in this 21st-century move of God is the same as it was in the days of the apostles. The administration and oversight of the kingdom is imperative. Ordained persons serve in the priesthood of Jesus Christ assisting the pastor with his shepherding responsibilities. Do these candidates have the calling, anointing, training, and capability to discharge these responsibilities?

PASTOR ROBERT YOUNG RESPONDS:

They are anointed and capable in this manner. They have also been under tutelage and training from me and other able and anointed Bishops, Professors, and learned men in our Theological College.

AT THE INSTRUCTION OF BISHOP BAKER, PASTOR YOUNG WILL READ THE DOCUMENTS OF ORDINATION. (READ FROM THE CERTIFICATE)

THERE WILL NOW BE A QUESTION-AND-RESPONSE SECTION

The Most Honorable Bishop John E. Baker will now read the following:

Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, you have heard the testimony given that these candidates have been duly designated to be ordained in TOGAC in the Lord’s church. You have been assured of their suitability and the church has approved them for this sacred responsibility. Will you, members of TOGAC uphold their ministry calling, do you promise to pray for them?

THE PEOPLE: We will Pray for them!

THE BISHOP ASKS:

Congregation: Will you share with them in the work of the ministry and, encourage them in the exercise of their tasks?

THE PEOPLE: We will encourage them!

THE BISHOP ASKS:

Congregation: Will you respond to their work with cooperation, support, understanding, love, and respect as they carry out their ministry functions as servants in the Lord’s Church?

THE PEOPLE: We will embrace and support their ministries.

THE BISHOP ASKS:

Is there anyone amongst us who can show just cause why these candidates may not be ordained into the sacred office of deacons and ministers, offices in the Lord? The Bishop will look to the congregation for a response (there should be no objections)

THE EXAMINATION

Bishop: Do you trust that you are inwardly moved by the Holy Spirit to accept the elevation to this office of ministry in the church of Jesus Christ, to serve God for the promotion of His glory, and the edifying of His people?

Answer: I trust so.

Bishop: Will you accept this call and fulfill this trust in obedience to Christ?

Answer: I will obey Christ; I will serve in His name.

Bishop: Do you believe all the canonical scriptures in the Old & New Testaments?

Answer: I do believe them.

Bishop: Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the study of the scriptures The Holy Scriptures, that you may have the mind of Christ?

Answer: I will for He is my help.

Bishop: Will you boldly proclaim and interpret the Gospel of Christ, enlightening the minds and stirring up the consciences of the people?

Answer: I will in the power of the Spirit.

Bishop: Will you be merciful to all, show compassion to the poor and strangers, and defend those who have no helper?

Answer: I will for the sake of Christ Jesus our Lord.

Bishop: Will you be faithful in cooperate worship, in attendance, and giving of tithes, offerings, time, talent, and other resources for the advance of the Kingdom?

Answer: I will so do God being my help.

Bishop: As an ordained Minister or Deacon will you assist your Pastor in encouraging and supporting all baptized believers in their gifts and ministries, nourish them from the riches of God’s grace, pray for them, visit them, and celebrate with them in the giving of Holy Communion & prayers without ceasing?

Answer: I will, in the Name of Jesus Christ, the Shepherd, and Bishop of our souls.

Bishop: Finally, will you guard the faith, and unity and conform to the discipline of this Holy Church?

Answer: I will, God being my Supreme help.

THE ACT OF ORDINATION

The Candidates will kneel at the Altar: The Chief Consecrator pours oil upon his head and lays hand on the head of the designate and the Co-Consecrators lay hands on the left and right shoulder of the designate. The Chief Consecrator invites other bishops to come and lay their hands on the designates and pray fervently.

THE INVESTITURE

The Administration of the signs of the covenant: Submission (Kneeling At the altar) Apothecary (Anointing of Oil)

The Imprimatur of Imposition (Laying of Hands) Investiture (The vesting)

Submission

The candidate will kneel at the altar in prayer and meditation, while the song of the consecration is being sung.

A sheet will be put over the candidate to signify the death & burial of the old man, when he arises, he/she will rise in his/ her new office.

The Apothecary

The candid will kneel before the altar and will be anointed with oil by the Bishop and pastors.

The Investiture

The candidates will stand as they are given the symbols of their office

SYMBOLS OF OFFICE

The Oil - The physical representation of the Holy Spirit. The oil must be used when in the field of service, visiting the sick, in their homes, in the hospital or nursing home, or wherever the need may lie.

The Towel - The towel is the symbol of the servant. Jesus washed His disciple’s feet and said the Master is not greater than his servant.

The Bible - The Bible is the Word of God and your most valuable tool. Read it to be wise, study it to be transformed, and live it to be a living epistle known and read by all men.