January 2017 by Oklahoma District Council of A/G

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OKLAHOMA

OUTLOOK Publisher H. Franklin Cargill

JANUARY

Spanish School of Ministry (Tulsa) January 14 LIFE Rallies January 20 Century Leadership Roundtable January 26 ACMR Deadline January 31 Speed The Light Tour: Section 2 (Stigler First) Section 3 (Broken Bow First) Section 6 (Shawnee Praise) Section 12 (Elk City First) Section 7 (Lone Grove) Section 8 (Enid Central) Section 10 (Lawton First) Section 5 (Tulsa Carbondale) Section 1 (Jay First) Section 4 (Muskogee New Hope) Section 11 (Woodward First) Section 9 (Edmond Spring Creek)

FEBRUARY

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GENERAL PRESBYTERS

SECTIONAL PRESBYTERS

H. Franklin Cargill Superintendent

Raymond Frizzelle Section 1

Craig Dacus Assistant Superintendent

Keith Williams Section 2

Darryl Wootton Corporate Secretary

Terry Bradley Section 3

EXECUTIVE PRESBYTERS

Bob Yandell Section 4

Bruce McCarty Ron McCaslin MINISTRY DIRECTORS Chad Brodrick Church Ministries Doug Everaard Youth Ministries Dean Guthrie Children’s Ministries Darren Pilcher Executive Pastor Missions Susie Purkey Women’s Ministries

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ORDAINED FEMALE PRESBYTER Deborah Burke

Jamie Austin Section 5E Mike Buie Section 5W Jeromye Jackson Section 6 Jimmy Keith Section 7 Kelly Coffey Section 8 David Brooks Section 9N Duane Elmore Section 9S Don Barnes Section 10 Ric Freeman Section 11 Arlis Moon Section 12

SUPERINTENDENT

THEREFORE BE YE ALS O

READY

The year of 2017 has arrived – HAPPY NEW YEARS!

If I allow for reflection, I must admit that I never thought I would see another New Year. In fact, I have lost track of how many New Year’s Days have come and gone since I first said, “This is may well be the year of the rapture!” I distinctly recall the launch of 1988. At that time, Linda and I were serving Oklahoma City Capitol Hill as pastors. As we exited from the service one Sunday night, we discovered that an unknown visitor had placed a booklet on every auto in the parking lot. Perhaps you will remember the title, “88 Reasons Why Christ will Return in 1988.” Who could forget the conversation on the streets and in the media as we approached the end of 1999? According to numerous pundits, the end of the world was at hand! Thousands of people declared that our “computerized” world which came into existence during the 1900’s was only programed through 1999 and could not advance to 2000 without major catastrophes. I recall hearing that autos would no longer work, public water works would stop flowing, and life as we know it would come to an end. Now, another year has arrived and we are still here! But – may we never lose sight of the eminent return of Jesus Christ! This could be the year! “Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh” Matt 24:44. As we begin this New Year let us pause and give thanks to God for His abundant blessings upon our lives. God has been good to America – and God has blessed His church beyond description! “The Economist” recently reported: “If you had only $2,220 to your name (adding together your bank deposits, financial investments, and property holdings, and subtracting your debts) you might not think yourself terribly fortunate. But you would be wealthier than half the world’s population… If you had $71,560 or more, you would be in the top tenth. If you were lucky enough to own over $744,400 you could count yourself a member of the global 1% that voters everywhere are rebelling against.”

SECTION SIX PRESBYTER On September 26, 2016 a special business meeting for Section Six was held in Shawnee. The meeting was called for the purpose of electing a Sectional Presbyter to fill the unexpired term of Chad Brodrick who has served for the past 6 years. Chad and Nyree are presently serving as our District Church Ministries Director and had previously served as Pastor of Tecumseh First Assembly. Jeromye Jackson was elected as the new Presbyter for Section Six. Jeromye and Angi Jackson have served as Lead Pastors in Stroud since March of 2006. Prior to coming to Stroud they served as Youth and Associate Pastors in El Dorado Springs, MO and in Bristow, Pauls Valley, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. They are passionate about living their faith out and leading others to do the same. Jeromye enjoys spending time with his family and the great outdoors hunting, fishing, golfing, and riding on his motorcycle. He makes a mean BBQ Feast and loves to play his guitar and sing. Angi is committed to her family and loves using her creative giftings to make fun projects for family, friends, church, and community. She is an avid reader and a gifted communicator. Their daughter, Emily, is a middle school student who enjoys tap, jazz, and ballet dancing, plays the flute and piano, and loves to read. She has a Yorkie named Shaggy and an older sister, Elizabeth, and a little brother, Isaac, whom she and her family look forward to being with in heaven. We are delighted to welcome Jeromye and Angi to our Oklahoma Assemblies of God Leadership Team!

Thank you for the privilege of sharing this journey another year! Frank and Linda Cargill

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MISSIONS

YOU R CHU RCH D OE S N ’T N E E D A MIS S ION S

P RO G RA M

What do you believe about world missions? Our answer to that question will determine the trajectory of our church’s ministry and outreach. Frankly, the last thing our local assemblies need is another program. Church specialists tell us that healthy ministries start with decluttering the calendar and simplifying our strategy. And, to regulate our missions’ endeavors to a programmatic approach could, in fact, cheapen its biblical importance to what we do and how we function as the Body of Christ. One of the most impactful missions’ book I’ve read recently is authored by J. D. Greear, entitled Gaining By Losing: Why the Future Belongs to Churches that Send. He writes, “Discipleship is going from ‘mission field’ to ‘missionary’…In the Bible we find no gap between the call to follow Jesus and the call to engage in mission… To that end, every ministry in the church – and not just the ‘missions department’ – must ask: ‘How is our ministry leading people into God’s global mission?’” Greear goes on to explain, for instance, how their church’s high school and college students are challenged to serve for one month on a missions teams during the summer as well as each small group to adopt a city service-evangelism project and an international missionary. In other words, consider the fact that every church ministry department should be driven globally. After we answer the first question about our belief regarding world missions, maybe the next question should be the following: How does/should our belief about global evangelism translate into the entire vision and mission of the local church? We do not involve ourselves in getting the Gospel around the world because it fits our ministry strategy; we participate to be obedient to the command of our Lord. As we enter a new year, let’s pray the prayer of Bob Pierce,

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founder of Samaritan’s Purse, who wrote the following words in his Bible after visiting suffering children on an island in Korea: “Let my heart be broken with the things that break the heart of God.” The answer to that prayer will always supersede any ministry program or department. How can our missions office help facilitate this global passion among your congregation in the New Year? Please call on us!

RECOMMENDED READING

Gaining By Losing: Why the Future Belongs to Churches that Send J.D. Greear

FINANCE

FRE S H

EYES The most valuable member of your team may not be the person making the most money. It may not even be the

person with the most responsibility, the most direct reports, the most influence, or the most experience. The most valuable person on your team, in some respects, is the newest member on your team. Teams, regardless of size and makeup, have a tendency to build systems and practices in such a way that over time they become blind to seemingly obvious and simple possibilities for improvement. New team members, if allowed, can bring great insight. New team members do not know the history and context or the organization. New people do not yet know the culture of the

For reasons that seem less obvious, new team members can be a tremendous source of fresh insight. organization. New team members do not know you have always done it that way. For reasons that seem obvious, this newness can create problems integrating, but for reasons that seem less obvious, new team members can be a tremendous source of fresh insight. The longer you lead your team the more entrenched your perspective becomes, and the less open to new ways of looking at things you become. Change is hard. The processes and systems you have in place took serious effort to achieve. When new people come on board and challenge those processes and systems it can feel uncomfortable, and at times personal. Most of the time, however, it is not personal. It is just new to them, and they are trying to understand â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;whyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; things are the way they are. Wise leaders take the time to listen to the newest folks on the team, whether volunteer or paid. Their perspective can be valid. They may see things we have become blind to. They may question some unnecessary things we have become used to. Wise leaders understand that while new people do not have the full perspective

of the organization, the perspective they do have is still extremely valid and worth considering. There may be legitimate reason to keep things the way they are, but there are also legitimate reasons to be sure you are always taking in the best and most objective information possible. If you want to hear something fresh about your church, your team, or your organization; spend some time with the newest team member and give them permission to share some insight with you. You might be surprised at what you find out. And what you might find out could change the team for the better.

2017 MILEAGE RATE The IRS has announced the 2017 standard business mileage rate will decrease to 53.5 cents per mile (down from 54 cents per mile in 2016). The mileage for medical or moving purposes also decreases to 17 cents (down from 19 cents in 2016). The mileage rate for charitable driving remains the same at 14 cents per mile. For more information go to: https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/standard-mileagerates-glance

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CHURCH

THE WAY W E W IN

MATTERS Throughout my life, I have enjoyed watching the game of football. To see a team work together for the common goal of scoring a touchdown is inspiring. I also like to watch a coach and his staff, strategize and make calls, which help the team achieve its intended goal.

While I have watched teams achieve greatness and others sink into defeat, it is always interesting to see how the teams and coaches evolve and make changes in order to get the win. Yet over the years we have witnessed organizations finding tactical and at times, unethical ways of getting that win. Everything from spying to deflated footballs, the desire to win overpowers the ethical standards that rule the game and causes the fans to question the integrity of the game.

It is easy for us to look at the wins that others accumulate in their ministry and do what we can to emulate those for ourselves. While there is merit in learning from those who are doing well, we must never discount the leadership of the Holy Spirit who can not only lead the what, but also the how. He can guide you toward the win that will fit who you are as a minister and what your church and community needs. Ultimately we will be rewarded for what we do and HOW we do His will! My prayer for 2017 1) May my attitude be saturated in true humility. 2) May my spirit hunger for His leadership. 3) May my intentions be founded in integrity. 4) May my hope rest in Him alone.

While I understand the desire to win, we recognize that how we win does matter in the end! As ministers we find ourselves locked in a battle with the enemy, with ungodliness, and the everyday battles of life. At times it seems that it is a struggle to get a win in the challenges we face. So what do we do? In a desire to get the win in all areas of our lives and ministries it is easy for us to try and create tactical advantages which God did not design for us to use.

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Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abilities surpass Manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best! Beginning a New Year provides an opportunity for us to make plans for our personal lives and ministries. It also gives us an opportunity to become acutely aware of the leadership of the Holy Spirit who already has a handle on your unique ministry, church, community, and purpose in life. With this knowledge of who, why, what, and where He also knows HOW!

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The Church Ministries Department is partnering together with 461Response to assist our churches in being the anchor of hope in communities across the state during a crises or natural disaster. Please visit www.461response.org for more information about how your church can respond during critical incidents. If you have any questions, contact our office at 405.475.1100.

WOMEN’S

LAD IES INVE ST IN G FOR E T E RN IT Y

ETERNITY Happy New Year Girlfriends! Hello from your Oklahoma District Women’s Ministries Office. What an incredible night we are believing God for in all 14 Sections of our State on Friday, January 20, 2017. This is your Personal Invitation from me, to come and attend the LIFE Rally nearest you. Please see the Promo Poster for time and place. We will once again be inspired with a fresh vision for missions with dynamic speakers, good food and fun Girlfriend time at each Event! A lot of work and prep are going into each Rally and we hope to see you there. As most of you know, LIFE Pledges are the very “enablement” of our District Women’s Department to support missions on an ongoing basis. These funds are our Life-Blood to be able to stand with and support over 100 missionary families. It’s because of our Oklahoma Ladies’ continued giving that we are able to do so. THANK YOU! 2016 was an incredible year of Financial Favor but we are praying and believing God for a “Doubling” in 2017! With ten missionaries home on furlough and our Special Project with Kirk and Karla Ford, IMM SPAIN – “Women of the Bible” our Goal is to get JESUS on every screen in the 21st Century, to the “Least Reached Nations.” The stories of Ruth, Rahab, Tamar and Bathsheba are the Lineage of Christ. These women were Refugees, Prostitutes (Trafficked), or Sexually Abused Women and yet, God had an incredible plan for their lives and even included them in the Ancestry of Jesus Christ! JESUS is not ashamed of us! He loves us…No matter where we’ve been! WHAT A POWERFUL MESSAGE OF HOPE AND HELP to put in Russian, Arabic and French. These topics are some of the most current and relevant in our world today. Friends, (I Cor. 3:8), says: “The one who plants and the one who waters have one purpose, and they will each be rewarded according to their own labor.” I love this! Essentially that means… Some Go. Some Send. All are Equally Rewarded. In God’s economy everyone has an opportunity to be a part and to be blessed. When we open our hand to God of what’s in our sphere of resources, He will automatically open His mighty hand to us. It’s an amazing master plan and you Girls obviously “Get it!” If your Church has not currently been a part of L.I.F.E., won’t you and the ladies of your church, please prayerfully consider making a LIFE Pledge for 2017? Thank you! As I have said, “When the crowns are passed out in heaven, I’m convinced those in full-time missionary work, who have left houses and homeland for the sake of the Call, very well COULD put us all to shame…unless WE ARE SENDERS!” Thank you for your support of missions and for being Ladies Investing For Eternity!

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Susie Purkey Faye Salkil Katina Smith Deborah Burke Cheryl Ortiz Cynthia Lemons Bridgette Tomlin Melody Mauldin Karla Ford Karen Coon Roberta Roberts Leslie Stamps

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YOUTH

SY NE RGY C ON FE RE N C E

COMMIT We had an incredible launching of SYNERGY Youth Leaders Conference in February of this last year. We saw almost 500 student pastors, volunteer leaders, and student leaders from all across Oklahoma come together for the weekend.

This year’s focus is COMMIT! How many times have we halfway committed to something only to see it fail. To be even more transparent, how many times have you or I caught ourselves looking so far down the road that we did not commit to where we were at the present. John Maxwell paints an adequate picture of this: “Until I’m committed there is a hesitancy, a chance to draw back. But the moment I definitely commit myself, then God moves also and a whole stream of events begin to erupt, all matter of unforeseen incidents, meetings, persons, and material assistance that I could have never dreamed would come my way, begin to flow toward me the moment I make a commitment.” --John Maxwell As we come together this February, let’s focus on committing to where we are at whatever we are doing for this season and see what God will do with our Commitment! Please take advantage of this opportunity to bless your leaders in a very tangible and affordable way. Last year several youth pastors used this weekend as a retreat for their team! Like last year, there will be sessions geared towards volunteer lay leaders, as well as, a healthy dose of sessions for full-time student ministry pastors. MAKE THE INVESTMENT IN YOUR STUDENT MINISTRY TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, THEY ARE WORTH IT! For registration and more information go to www.oklahomayouthministries.com CHECK OUT SOME OF THE SESSIONS THAT WILL BE OFFERED How To Recruit, Empower, and Keep Volunteers I am a Student Leader: What are the Best Things I can Do to Lead? Beyond the Church Walls and On To Your Campus Crash Course in Coaching Through Crashes The Value of Women in Ministry How to Create and Steward a Multi-cultural and Diverse Ministry The Rural Youth Pastor How To Know You are Winning as a Volunteer in Ministry Idea Exchange: Events, services, creative elements, and more Dealing with the Ruts and Difficulties of Change

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CHILDREN

BU RN T H E

SHIPS Often times when the New Year rolls around, it is often met with resolutions and promises of a better year than the last. It usually begins with promises of eating healthier, dieting, and taking better care of yourself, just to name a few. For some it may be spiritual things such as spending more time with God, digging deeper into His word, or really making that promise to read through the Bible in a year.

In the spring of 1519, Hernando Cortés and his Spanish fleet set sail towards the west. They were on a mission to conquest and colonize what is now known as Mexico. They landed on the eastern shore with great dreams of progress and excitement about their mission. However, life was not at all what they had dreamed of. Many hardships and unexpected tragedies fell upon those who were with him. His men began to murmur and complain, “Let’s sail back to our homeland. It is too difficult for us to go on where we are.”

Retreat is not an option there is no looking back.

If we want to truly achieve our goals and dreams that we have proclaimed for the New Year, we must do just that--WE MUST BURN THE SHIPS! Retreat is not an option there is no looking back. So in this New Year of 2017, set goals, dream big, and strive to accomplish what God has placed on your heart. Look forward and not behind. Press on towards your goals this coming year!

2017 KIDS CAMP CLINIC On February 18th at Spring Creek AG in Edmond, Oklahoma Children’s Ministries will be hosting a Kids Camp Clinic beginning at 1:30 p.m. We will be talking about all aspects of getting ready for Kids Camp, as well as the whole camp experience, but mostly about the new process for registering for camp online. For more details and to reserve your spot, give Bev a call in the OCM office at 405-475-1172.

Upon hearing this Cortés sent a group of men back to their fleet. Not to get it prepared for the journey back to Spain--he ordered his men to burn the ships. In Philippians 3:10-14, we are encouraged to press on to take a hold of everything that Jesus has for us, forget those things that are behind us, and strive ahead to what He has in store for us. You’re probably thinking, “Destroying their ships? That doesn’t make sense.” What would have “made sense” is for Cortés to keep a ship or two. But Cortés was on a mission and he knew that the only way to keep himself or his men from quitting on the mission was to take that option off the table. What he did was force himself and his men to either succeed or die trying.

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IN MEMORY

James R. Greer

1/19/1941 - 10/26/2016 Reverend James R. Greer was born January 19, 1941 in Monterey County, California. Reverend Greer served in the U.S. Naval Reserve from 1958-1963. He was Ordained with the Assemblies of God on November 10, 1987. During this time seminars were held on prophecy. He pastored at Northside Assembly of God Church in McAlester, OK. He also co-pastored two churches. Brother Greer passed away on October 26, 2016 at his home in Wagoner, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents Curtis Greer and step-mother, Naomi Greer of McAlester, OK and mother, Marjorie Kelly and step-father Bill Kelly of Fresno, CA, his father-inlaw and mother-in-law, Arthur Trueblood and Dorothy Trueblood of Hartshorne, OK, a sister-in-law, Janie Trueblood of Hartshorne. James is survived by his wife, Debbie (Trueblood) Greer of the home, a son Vincent Greer and daughter-in-law Michelle Greer of Wagoner, OK, a grandson Brett Greer and grand-daughter, Heidi Greer of Wagoner, OK, a great-grandson Kaden Greer of Wagoner, OK, a brother, Curtis Greer and sister-in-law, Carol Greer of Springfield, Virginia, a sister Patricia Erickson of Coalinga, CA, and several nieces and nephews.

Charlie L. Yandell

1/24/1928 - 12/3/2016 Reverend Charlie L. Yandell was born on January 24 , 1928 in Webbers Falls, Oklahoma. He was the son of Ninevah Alexander and Martha Florence (Hudson) Yandell. He was the youngest son of eleven children. He passed from this earth on Saturday , December 3, 2016 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God for more than 58 years. He married his sweetheart , Rosie (Bates) on September 4, 1954 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Together they began a journey of ministry and pastoring across Oklahoma and a brief time in Louisiana. The congregations that they pastored include Hammond Assembly of God in Louisiana; Prue Assembly of God; Pawnee Assembly of God; Turley Assembly of God; First Assembly of God in Henryetta; and Central Assembly of God in Edmond. Charlie was a gifted songwriter and wrote numerous Gospel songs. “Now I Have Everything” was the most well-known and was recorded by several Christian and Gospel artists throughout the years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during World War II.

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Dwain W. Jones

10/2/1938 - 12/1/2016 Reverend Dwain W. Jones passed from this life to his eternal home on December 1, 2016. Brother Jones was in the ministry for 55 years. He dedicated his life to preaching the gospel, serving others, raising funds for missions, orphanages, hospitals, feeding centers, and children with cleft palate. He served as the Light for the Lost National Director at the Headquarters in Springfield, MO for 8 ½ years. He was also the National Men’s Director. He pastored churches in Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. He was the Pastor at First Assembly of God in Chickasha from 1984-1992. In 1992, God opened the door for missions where he spent the rest of his life raising funds for missions. In Bangladesh, he helped start five churches, and now there are 600. He raised money to build a Bible School in Bangladesh and also churches, schools, and an orphanage. He raised funds to build a Bible School in Laos, Belgium, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tonga, Fiji Island, Sri Lanka, Romania, Vietnam, Mexico, and South America. In Calcutta, India money was raised to repair the hospital. Because of the generosity, faithfulness, and support of people in the United States, and all around the world, Dwain Jones was instrumental in raising over one hundred seventy five million dollars for missions. Survivors include wife Jeanne Jones of Chickasha; son Stephen Jones and wife Cheryl of Chickasha; daughter Tami Riker of Chickasha; granddaughter Keesha and husband Roy Williams of Chickasha; granddaughter Amanda Rodriguez of Chickasha; granddaughter Marcqui and husband Mike Parham of Chickasha; granddaughter Demi Riker of Elk City; grandson Chad Robnett of Chickasha; brother Glyn and wife Paula Jones of Greenville, TX; brother Kenneth and wife Jane Jones of Athens, TX; ten great grandchildren.

Charlie L. Yandell (cont’d) He is survived by: his wife, Rosie; Four Sons: Tom Yandell and wife, Nancy, Ron Yandell, Don Yandell and wife, Debbie, Robert Yandell and wife, ReBecca; Two Daughters: Sheryl Vonlanken and her husband, Brian, Phyllis Yandell. Fifteen Grandchildren: Brenna, Deana, Charlie A., Nick, Ryan, Brad, Christina, Angela , Grant, Jonathan, Todd, Allison , Craig, Will, and Emily Eleven Great-Grandchildren: Caleb, Abbey , Maximilian, Drake, Lucy, Xyler, Adeline, Jake, Ryker, Dylan, and Roman Two Sisters: Della McMahon and Gertrude Carter And numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers - Melvin, Frank, Earl, and William; 4 sisters - Oletha Yandell , Vera Nunley, Effie Foster, and Grace Sherman; and a daughterin-law, Danetta Yandell.

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DISTRICT NEWS PRAYER REQUESTS Clint Gray - healing for Deanna Murray, provision for new building, comfort for the Kerns family, and youth leader.

INFORMATION Help for Pastors call (918) 758-4147 or visit www.pastoralcareinc.com.

NEW PASTORS Marietta First Weleetka First

Scott Bradley Raymond Doke, Sr.

PASTORS’ REPORTS Clint Gray, Arpelar, reports 11 saved at FCA Services. Jerry Yoder, Thomas, reports three saved in regular services. Raymond Frizzelle, Miami, reports two adults saved in regular service and 23 saved in jail ministry. Oren D. Jackson, Watonga, reports two new people in church, miracles are taking place. One man totally healed from effects of Lyme disease. Robert Teel, Tishomingo, reports four kids were filled with the Holy Ghost. Shawn Deese, Pond Creek, reports four baptized and one saved. Gary Mullen, Sallisaw, reports one alcoholic was delivered in January in 2016, now is sober and working in the the church. Also, three were saved in regular services.

EVANGELISTS’ REPORTS Dale Floyd reports 74 men and women saved.

TRANSFERS Transfer In Faith Bates Deverett R. Butrick Frank Lima Nathan Ward Erin Ward

From North Texas Northwest Southern New England North Texas North Texas

Transfer Out John M. Sullivan

To Tennessee

MINISTERS’ SPOUSES Louise Edith French 12/29/1926 – 10/31/2016 Sarah Hatcher 4/18/1984 – 1/02/2017

NEEDED Norman Ignite Church will launch 1-22-2017. If interested in being a part of their leadership, contact Rodney Hutcheson at (405) 756-4112 or email rhutcheson@rocketmail.com.

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