OKLAHOMA
OUTLOOK APRIL
OSOM Game Day OYM Fine Arts (The Bridge) Spanish School of Ministry (Tulsa) Royal Ranger FCF Spring Trace Credential Celebration (Sparks Camp) Century Leadership Conference 103rd Oklahoma District Council OCM Fun Arts (The Bridge)
MAY
National Day of Prayer OSOM Game Day Spanish School of Ministry (Tulsa) Youth Camp #1
JUNE
Youth Camp #2 Credential Application & Exam Deadline Youth Camp #3 Tex-OK-LA Indian CampMeeting RR District Pow Wow Youth Camp #4 Elite Ladies Luncheon (Tulsa) Elite Ladies Luncheon (OKC) Spanish School of Ministry Graduation Youth Camp #5 Londale Indian Camp RR District JLTA Little Radicals
Publisher H. Franklin Cargill
April 2 April 8-9 April 9 April 15-17 April 16 Arpil 25 April 25-26 April 30
May 5 May 7 May 14 May 23-27
May 30-June 3 June 6 June 6-10 June 7-10 June 10-12 June 13-17 June 16 June 17 June 18 June 20-24 June 20-24 June 22-26 June 29-July 1
Designer Jayson Evans Copyeditor Renae Elmore
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 Doug Everaard Youth Ministries Dean Guthrie Children’s Ministries Darren Pilcher Church Ministries Michelle Pilcher Women’s Ministries Lindell Warren Missions
P.O. Box 13179 Oklahoma City, OK 73113 405.475.1100 www.okag.org @OKDCofAG OklahomaDistrictCouncil
Ordained Female Presbyter Deborah Burke
Jamie Austin Section 5E Mike Buie Section 5W Chad Brodrick Section 6 Jimmy Keith Section 7 Kelly Coffey Section 8 David Brooks Section 9N L Duane Elmore Section 9S Don Barnes Section 10 Ric Freeman Section 11 Arlis Moon Section 12
Family
SUPERINTENDENT
THE OKLAHOMA
Nothing compares with serving the King of Kings! To
know the will of God and to pursue His voice affords the believer with a life worth living. Challenges are always abundant, but the grace of God offers strength during the times of weakness and a perspective that exceeds all human rationale. Those who have accepted the call of God to enter ministry have been assigned divine responsibility. No longer does one march to the drum of the mundane. No longer are values based on terrestrial goals; instead the objective becomes to seek first the Kingdom of God and His bidding. The eternal mandate requires a higher standard, a commitment to purity, and a determination to strive for His approval. Those who carry credentials with the Oklahoma Assemblies of God Fellowship are among God’s elite. It is a family that should carry one another’s burdens; it is a family that should seek for the betterment of each other; it is a family that is bound in the strong cords of the blood of Christ. Linda and I are honored to serve this family! However, if the “family” is to achieve such nomenclature, it will require an effort from each member. Pastors that have had many years of experience fully understand that a church “family” requires strong arms extended by everyone. The pastor, the staff, and the leadership cannot accomplish that mission alone – it requires total commitment by the body. Sometimes those of us that belong to this Oklahoma Ministerial Family are so separated by space, by obligation, and even by generation that we often forget other “family” members. We become so caught-up in our own world and trying to meet expectations that we fail to remember the newly credentialed minister, that other pastor who is struggling to survive due to personal issues, or the elderly minister who no longer has an active voice and often times suffers with physical limitations. The fulfilled minister will be one that invests in others. We dare not point an accusing finger at another when we have failed to do our part. There are those around us (sometimes within the same congregation that we claim as our own, sometimes staff members, sometimes who live within our own zip code) that are desperate for a friend or simply for someone to demonstrate the role of a brother or sister – you know – the “family” thing. It may be a colleague or someone younger or someone older but everyone needs the encouragement that we can provide. I would request that every Oklahoma “family” member, those who are credentialed with this Fellowship, seek to INVEST in others. Make a list of 6 credentialed ministers that you will purpose to go
out of your way to see that they know that you care. Chose 2 that you do not even know; another 2 with whom you already have a relationship and perhaps even see on a weekly basis; and the final 2 select from our senior retired ranks. Make someone’s day! Drop them a card. Make a personal phone call. Carve out time to share lunch or a cup of coffee, but do it more than once. Make it a list of 6 that you pray for often. Make it your personal list of those that you will remain in contact with in a significant way for the rest of 2016. You may need to bless them financially; you may need to see that they have assistance with a personal issue or family matter; you may need to simply stop and pay special attention to someone else, someone that would never “expect” it. Such action will strengthen our Oklahoma Family!
2016 SECTIONAL COUNCILS What a wonderful time of fellowship we enjoyed during the month of February! Thank you, to the hundreds of people that attended at least one of our 14 Sectional Councils. God’s Spirit was present and many individuals were able to renew acquaintance. I was especially appreciative of the emphasis given to “The Keep” as presented by Eric Porter. Many of our churches have already signed up to participate in this ministry. It is our responsibility to reach the fatherless, the orphan, and the abandoned. Through the ministry of The Care Portal, every church can play a significant role in your community. It is NOT about money but it IS about your heart! Additional information is available by contacting eric.porter@keeporphans.org. Six sections selected a Presbyter during our 2016 Tour. We congratulate each person elected and express our sincere appreciation to each person who accepted the appointment to serve as a Sectional Representative. The following Presbyters were elected to a two-year term: Section Two Section Four Section Six Section Eight Section Ten Section Twelve
Keith Williams Robert Yandell Chad Brodrick Kelly Coffey Don Barnes Arlis Moon
FRANK CARGILL DISTR ICT SUPE R INTE NDE NT F R ANK . CAR G IL L @O K AG . O R G
Solutions
BUSINESS
AFFORDABLE TRAINING
“Equipping the saints for the work of the ministry” is
a cornerstone principle of the local church. Finding effective and affordable ways to accomplish this can be a challenge. Finding high level training in the area of church business administration is essential, and can be expensive. More churches struggle and fail due to poor financial or administrative structure than for immoral or illegal activity. This is why staff and volunteers at all levels of ministry need to be equipped, not only in the areas of practical ministry toward people, but also in the basics of ministry finance and administration. Webinars are a great tool available to church leaders to help accomplish this goal. Webinars are good for a number of reasons. First, webinars are an excellent way to gain access to current information presented by industry experts. Whether the topic relates to law, accounting, insurance, human resources, facilities management, information technology, or any other important church administrative area, webinars are taught by professionals who are considered experts in their given fields. Second, webinars
“Webinars are an excellent way to gain access to current information presented by industry experts.” are affordable. When a budget does not support the high cost of sending a person or a team to a professional conference in person, a webinar can be a very affordable alternative. For a cost most often under $60, you can access the same basic information you would receive by attending an in-person conference. Third, webinars are flexible in that they can often be done in a way which fits your schedule. Because they are often pre-recorded, webinars can be viewed over lunch, during board meetings, or at other times most convenient for you or your team.
KEVIN CONNER B US IN E S S A DM IN IST RATO R K EV IN . C O N N ER @ O K AG . O R G @ K EV IN S C O N N ER
With a little bit of foresight and planning, and for a low financial investment, you can equip your team with the information necessary to help take your ministry to the next level administratively. Here are some simple steps: 1. Schedule two to four webinars per year with your team. 2. Find the topics most relevant to your organization. 3. Find a time most convenient for your team (e.g. working lunch). Remember many who need this information are likely volunteers and have full-time jobs you need to consider. 4. Build in some discussion time after the webinar. 5. Schedule a follow up time to see how the information has been implemented.
TWO WEBINAR RESOURCES Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability www.ecfa.org Webinars offered both live and on-demand. Average cost is $29.00 The Church Network (powered by The National Association of Church Business Administration) www.nacba.net www.pathlms.com/tcn/courses Webinars offered both live and on-demand Average cost $59.00
THE FUTURE IS Pursuant to last month’s article, I wish to further
elaborate on my decision to retire, sprinkled with the thoughts and convictions I have arrived at, and a look into the future of missions in the Oklahoma District.
Bright
MISSIONS
a new person at the helm of the Missions Department fresh ideas will flow, a new style will emerge, and missions will move ever forward.
First of all, retirement is not a dirty word. I get amused at the masking that goes on when a preacher wishes to retire. Just call it what it is. The Lord clearly spoke to me four years ago while on the other side of the world about my timeline for serving the Missions Department full time. I am at that chronological point. It’s time for Phyllis and me to step aside, and it’s time for a change on the district level. May I add also, my conviction about staying too long in full time district work? You cannot make a doctrine out of a conviction; however, it has been a long held personal conviction of mine that no one in an elected or appointed full time position should stay in office past 70 years of age. This is not a test of friendship, only a deep conviction in my heart and spirit. If I have been a good steward of God’s blessings, I should have enough to carry me forward through the rest of my life. I have sought over the past 30 years to treat everyone alike. It has been my desire to not play favorites, but champion the cause of the little guy. I have worked hard to not over spend. The stewardship of God’s money still sobers me. Hopefully, I have been wise in the use of money, missions’ money – God’s money. It has bothered me the entire tenure of my leadership here to see the gulf between the U.S. Missionary and the AGWM Missionary continue. I have come to this conclusion; we should have less US Missionaries and more local churches sponsoring these many outreach ministries that US Missionaries engage in. I personally believe AGWM has become a little lax in not enforcing the policy of ministry experience before sending out their missionaries. Understand too that people today can give 10-20 years to missions and go back on the ministerial list for other ministry here stateside. Everyone does not have to be a lifer. I do rejoice with those that give 30-40 years to missions. It’s ok if they don’t, however. The future of missions in the Oklahoma District is only as bright as we let it be. As to my successor in office, I don’t have a clue. I do know this, Brother Cargill has my loyalty and support, I pray for his guidance and wisdom. And yes, I have every confidence that with
“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story”. As this rather long chapter closes in our lives, Phyllis and I can’t wait to see what God has for us. Thank you for all the many, many memories. And as the Psalmist says in Psalm 107:2 “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story”.
On assignment, Lindell Warren
LINDELL WARREN MISSIO NS DIR E CTO R L INDE L L .WAR R E N@O K AG . O R G
CHURCH
KINGDOM
My family and I have been serving our association of almost
500 churches for over six years now. Prior to this role, all we ever knew was one local church at a time. We’ve been privileged to be on staff at two churches and lead pastor two others. While serving those individual congregations, the world seemed to revolve around the activities and relationships that comprised its ministries. It goes with the territory, I guess, that when you are serving one church, your primary focus is there. One of the great benefits my present role has afforded me is a larger perspective. What started out as a drive of responsibility from one church to many has, over the years, turned into a deeper love for God’s Kingdom through congregations of all sizes and styles. And, that love is growing in significance as I continue to learn the necessity of what it means to value all of us! Yes, there is a profound need for many churches doing their part at the same time and even occasionally and strategically working together. Reggie McNeal, in his book Kingdom Come, writes these clarifying and yet challenging words: “I believe that God is looking for pastors, leaders, and individual Jesus-followers who are willing to become disciples in the Kingdom of Heaven and thereby further the Kingdom agenda here on earth… The church must embrace and embody a new narrative driven by Kingdom concerns instead of church issues… The purpose of the church is to further God’s Kingdom.” Now having the privilege of being on both sides of this church experience, consider some suggestions in becoming more of a Kingdom Leader right where you are (I call it the Four P’s of Kingdom Leadership): 1. Participate in (or create) connecting points with other kingdom leaders throughout the year.
Leaders Remember that nothing becomes internalized until it becomes intentionalized. If you want to be a Kingdom leader, loving God’s Church and His spiritual leaders everywhere must become a part of you. I’m learning this…in so many ways. You can’t just occasionally reach out to other spiritual leaders outside of your church or tribe and expect to have the heart to truly want other churches to succeed. To say it in a more personal way, you can’t authentically celebrate God’s Kingdom work around you if you silently compare your successes to “theirs.” Joseph Stowell writes in his compelling book Redefining Leadership, “If the Kingdom and its forward progress are my greatest desire, then I can rejoice when progress is realized, even if it isn’t happening in my little corner of the Kingdom.” Competition among God’s people must be crucified!
“Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth” When we give into the temptation to compete, we allow the Kingdom heart to erode. Internalizing this Kingdom mission and heart will come as we make it a practice in our leadership. May we truly pray: “Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.” I believe praying this prayer regularly will potentially grant the humility that’s so greatly needed in order to fully embrace God’s agenda around us.
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2. Partner with outreach ministries outside of your church that will intentionally connect you with other local churches. 3. Provide monetary blessings for strategic projects within other congregations.
Kingdom Come Reggie McNeal
4. Pray weekly as a leadership team and congregation for another local church, her leaders and ministries followed by a handwritten card to let them know.
DARREN PILCHER C H URC H M IN IST IR E S DA RR E N . P ILC H ER @ O K AG. O R G @ DA RR E N P ILC H E R
Redefining Leadership Joseph Stowell
THE FUTURE IS Pursuant to last month’s article, I wish to further
elaborate on my decision to retire, sprinkled with the thoughts and convictions I have arrived at, and a look into the future of missions in the Oklahoma District. First of all, retirement is not a dirty word. I get amused at the masking that goes on when a preacher wishes to retire. Just call it what it is. The Lord clearly spoke to me four years ago while on the other side of the world about my timeline for serving the Missions Department full time. I am at that chronological point. It’s time for Phyllis and me to step aside, and it’s time for a change on the district level. May I add also, my conviction about staying too long in full time district work? You cannot make a doctrine out of a conviction; however, it has been a long held personal conviction of mine that no one in an elected or appointed full time position should stay in office past 70 years of age. This is not a test of friendship, only a deep conviction in my heart and spirit. If I have been a good steward of God’s blessings, I should have enough to carry me forward through the rest of my life. I have sought over the past 30 years to treat everyone alike. It has been my desire to not play favorites, but champion the cause of the little guy. I have worked hard to not over spend. The stewardship of God’s money still sobers me. Hopefully, I have been wise in the use of money, missions’ money – God’s money. It has bothered me the entire tenure of my leadership here to see the gulf between the U.S. Missionary and the AGWM Missionary continue. I have come to this conclusion; we should have less US Missionaries and more local churches sponsoring these many outreach ministries that US Missionaries engage in. I personally believe AGWM has become a little lax in not enforcing the policy of ministry experience before sending out their missionaries.
Bright
WOMEN’S
a new person at the helm of the Missions Department fresh ideas will flow, a new style will emerge, and missions will move ever forward. As this rather long chapter closes in our lives, Phyllis and I can’t wait to see what God has for us. Thank you for all the many, many memories. And as the Psalmist says in Psalm 107:2 “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story”.
On assignment, Lindell Warren
“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story”.
Understand too that people today can give 10-20 years to missions and go back on the ministerial list for other ministry here stateside. Everyone does not have to be a lifer. I do rejoice with those that give 30-40 years to missions. It’s ok if they don’t however. The future of missions in the Oklahoma District is only as bright as we let it be. As to my successor in office, I don’t have a clue. I do know this, Brother Cargill has my loyalty and support, I pray for his guidance and wisdom. And yes, I have every confidence that with
MICHELLE PILCHER WO ME N’ S DIR E CTO R MICHE L L E . PILCHE R @O K AG . O R G @M_PILCHE R
YOUTH
SPEED THE LIGHT
Update
STL UPDATE: Thank you to everyone who joined the STL Tour in January! We continue to book services to share the heart of STL with our students across Oklahoma!
CAMP INTERNS
In 2015, the student ministries and churches across Oklahoma gave $202,083.97 to STL which purchased different vehicles for Oklahoma missionaries and various sound equipment they can use in taking the Gospel around the world! ON BEHALF OF OUR OKLAHOMA MISSIONARIES, “THANK YOU,” YOUTH PASTORS, SENIOR PASTORS, STUDENTS AND INDIVIDUALS WHO WERE A PART OF THE GIVING IN 2015!
CAMP LIFEGUARDS NEEDED
Now accepting applications for Summer Youth Camp Interns. For applications to apply, please visit oklahomayouthministries.com
CANDY SALE UPDATE
If you know of someone who is interested in being a lifeguard this summer at SPARKS Youth Camp, please call the OYM office at (405) 475-1182 and speak with Cody Phillips.
CHRISTIAN FUN DAY
Thank you to everyone who helped with the Oklahoma candy sale! We are still receiving final totals and wrap-up information from across the state. If you have not already turned yours in, please do so ASAP. We will start mailing out prizes once all info is in.
SYNERGY ONE DAY
For more information please go to oklahomayouthministries.com
DOUG EVERAARD YO UT H M IN IST R IE S DO UG . E V E R A A R D@ O K AG . O R G @ DO UG EV E R A A R D
What an incredible launch to SYNERGY Youth Leaders Conference in February. Thank you, youth pastors, for investing the time and finances into your volunteer leaders. The relational network journey has begun. Look forward to seeing many of you at SYNERGY ONE DAY in July!
CHILDREN
EXPECT THE
Unexpected
In the last month, during our Sectional Council tour, I had a
lot of windshield time. I always love it when I get a chance to go from church to church and meet all of our pastors, children’s pastors and ministers across the state. I was looking at the trip odometer on my car yesterday and I have racked up 3700 miles on the old Traverse in the last month traveling from section to section. And as much as I to liked traveling to each church and seeing all of our friends and acquaintances in ministry, I have come to love the drive between each stop on our tour. Just driving, listening to worship tunes and letting the Lord speak into my spirit. On one such occasion I found myself leaving at 6 a.m. from Oklahoma City going to Spiro, OK. I left my house with coffee in hand and was heading east on I-40. The Grammy’s aired a few nights before and I had heard that Israel Houghton and New Breed had won the Grammy for Best Gospel Album. So I pulled it up on Spotify and thought I would give it a listen. Needless to say, I had church going down I-40 that morning.
DEAN GUTHRIE C H IL DR E N ’ S DIR E C TO R DEA N . G UT H R IE @ O K AG . O R G @ O C M DE A N
During one of his songs, Israel shared a phrase that he and his group have been using when they are getting ready for a concert or a performance. This is what he said, “The atmosphere of expectation is the breeding ground for miracles.” Wow! How many times have we approached ministry with the thought of, “Boy, I hope God shows up this morning” or “I wonder what the Holy Spirit has in store for us.” What would it be like to enter a service or a meeting with the expectation that God is going to show up? Psalm 5:3 says, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” When we ask God for the desires of our heart, we must expect those desires to take place with the same fervor and manner that we asked for them in. Expect the unexpected. Expect prayers to be answered. Expect miracles to happen.
WHAT I’M LISTENING TO
Covered: Alive in Asia Israel and New Breed
GIRLS
GENDER SPECIFIC Today more than ever, girls and boys need to understand
Ministries
God’s design for their lives. In a world where gender identity and marriage are being redefined by culture, the church can help bring clarity to what it means to be a godly man and woman. Five reasons every church needs a gender-specific ministry approach for girls: 1. Unique Concerns for Girls (depression, eating disorders, purity) 2. Diminished Role Models: a gender-specific ministry ensures girls have the opportunity to see women in leadership roles. 3. Girls learn differently than boys: optimized learning preferences specific to how girls learn. 4. Separate Topics and Approach to Mentoring that center around self-value, self-image, and interpersonal relationships. 5. Classroom Management Benefits: reduces distractions, open discussion, stronger mentoring relationships, camaraderie built, and response time equalized.
For more information on building an effective gender-specific ministry, visit Mentoringkids.ag.org I love girls! There is nothing more exciting than sharing Jesus with girls of all ages and leading them into a loving, growing relationship with God. I am here to assist churches with building a ministry to girls or encouraging their current ministry. Oklahoma Girls Ministries can offer leadership training and any specialized training needed. Be sure and stop by the GM booth at District Council.
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SPANISH
NO TENGAN El ángel dijo a las mujeres: —No tengan miedo. Yo sé que están buscando a Jesús, el que fue crucificado. No está aquí, sino que ha resucitado, como dijo. Vengan a ver el lugar donde lo pusieron. Mateo 28:5-6 (DHH) Cada año al tiempo de Pascua las cosas llegan a ser muy ocupados. La primavera está en el aire. Celebremos que el invierno ya paso y “nueva vida” ha comenzado. Este año se trata de lo mismo, excepto la economía no se ve bien y hay incertidumbre con nuestro año de elecciones. La Biblia nos dice aquí en Mateo 28:5, “No tengan miedo.” Esas palabras eran para las dos mujeres, pero también es para nosotros hoy. No tengan miedo. Es un sermón completo. ¡No debemos tener miedo porque Jesucristo ha resucitado! ¡No debemos tener miedo porque sabemos quién está en cargo de nuestra Nación! ¡No debemos tener miedo porque somos parte de un sistema económico más grande! Somos parte del sistema económico de Dios. Gloria a Dios, Cristo resucito de entre los muertos. Muchas
CHI ALPHA
HAPPY
Miedo
veces, ponemos nuestros ojos el sistema económico del mundo antes de que nos fijemos en el Reino de Dios. Ponemos nuestros ojos en Jesús. Mantenemos nuestra mirada en El y dejemos que Él nos muestre Su sistema económico y Su Reino. Pastor tiempo de Pascua regocijemos porque Cristo está vivo y Su Reino no fallara. Regocijemos porque Él está sentado a la diestra del Padre intercediendo por nosotros. Regocijemos porque El regresara pronto para arrebatar Su iglesia. Somos parte de ese cuerpo, Su Iglesia. Regocijemos y alegremos. ¡¡¡ Jesucristo Vive!!! No tengan miedo.
MARK FITZGERALD SPANISH MINISTR IE S MAR K F ITZG E R AL D@USMISSIO NS. O R G
Easter
Let the Light shine out of Darkness! In the midst of the
darkness on that first Easter morning, Mary Magdalene discovered that the stone had been taken away from the tomb and the rest is history how others discovered that Christ had Risen! It’s with that excitement that we see students lives and campuses being changed as we let His light shine on Oklahoma college campuses. Thanks for your prayers, and support that are making it all possible Greg and Susan Tiffany and the XA Family
Bibles for the Campus The XA Family are praising God for LFTL as we are able to provide Fire Bibles and evangelistic materials to every Oklahoma XA ministry . LFTL, STL & BGMC are all making a difference on campus!
GREG TIFFANY O K L AHO MA XA DIR E CTO R XAO K L AHO MA@AO L . CO M (4 0 5) 2 0 3 - 7 7 3 7
IN MEMORY
Kenneth D. Burge
Lester L. Marsh
Reverend Kenneth DeWayne Burge, of Stigler, Oklahoma, was born September 11, 1948, in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, to Clarence and Mary (Stiles) Burge and passed away February 14, 2016 in Muskogee, Oklahoma at the age of 67. Kenneth served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era . He was also an Assemblies of God evangelist.
Reverend Lester Lee Marsh was born February 15, 1932 to James and Margie (Seals) Marsh at their home in Cement, OK. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 22, 2016 at his home in Alex, OK at the age of 84.
9/11/1948 - 2/14/2016
He is survived by: His wife, Sue Burge of the home; three sons, Brian Burge and wife, Aleisha, of Centertown, AR, Rian Burge and wife, Tracy, of Beebe, AR, Bayou Burge of Stigler, OK; one daughter, Martha Short and husband, Bobby, of AR; two sisters, Eugenia Fowler of Stigler, OK and Katherine Falconer and husband, Donnie, of Moore, OK; five brothers, Gerald Burge and wife, Thalia, of Muskogee, OK, Robert Burge of Little Rock, AR, Elmer Burge of Stigler, OK, Mac Burge of Tulsa, OK, Clarence Burge and wife, Fannie, of Sand Springs, OK; grandchildren, Conner Burge, Christian Burge and wife, Rachel, Cade Burge, Tyler Burge, Dawson Burge, Blaine Burge, and Caleb Burge.
MINISTERS’ SPOUSES Mary Mae Rowton 2/12/1933 – 2/18/2016
2/15/1932 - 2/22/2016
He met and married the love of his life, Mildred Taylor of Oklahoma City, OK in 1954. Together they raised seven children on a small farm in Alex, OK. Through the years Lester held many jobs with several companies in the oil industry. He retired from Apache Corp. in 2002 at the age of 71. He was also a lay minister with the Assemblies of God, pastoring the Alex Assembly of God from 1946 to 1966 and then again from 1984 to 1992. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Margie Marsh; brothers: Don Marsh, Stanley Marsh and Earl Marsh; sisters: Margie Henry, Goldie Johnson; daughter, Kathy Marsh; great grandchild, Dontell Caton. Brother Marsh is survived by his wife, Mildred Marsh; four sons: Alan Marsh, James Marsh, Shawn Marsh, and Micheal Marsh two daughters: Dedra Spencer and Bonnie Schaeffer; Three brothers: Odie Marsh, Dillon Marsh and George Marsh; Sisters: Lucy Burkett, Dolly Underwood, Minnie Butler and Fern Bruce; as well as several grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
Coy Mae Farris
11/2/1932 – 12/23/2015 Our lowest loan rates…
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OKLAHOMA
DISTRICT NEWS PRAYER REQUESTS Clint Gray - Victory in PSO Easement case and wisdom about new church land. Charles Kilgore - daughter, Rachel Cooper, needs healing for brain tumor. Anita Davis - full time job and family needs prayer.
INFORMATION Help for Pastors call (918) 758-4147 or visit www.pastoralcareinc.com.
FOR SALE Thirty cream colored choir robes with royal blue and burgandy detached collars. Very good condition. $600 OBO, $3,000 new. Contact Steve Lance (405) 872-8726. 1996 Blue Bird Bus, Great condition; 48 Seats, just recovered. $5,000. Contact Miami First (918) 540-1585.
NEEDED Ignite Church in Norman launching October 2016. Positions open, leading ministry team. Contact Rodney Hutcheson (405) 756-4112. Cornerstone AG in Duncan is accepting resumes for a Youth Pastor position. Resumes can be sent to 5450 W. Beech, Duncan, OK 73533 or duncanagchurch@yahoo.com. Seminole Glad Tidings needs a sound system--donated or reasonable.
TRANSFERS Welcome Fred Crews Linda Crews Mark Shorey Corbyn Trentham Farewell Chris Griffin Garrett Mustin
From Southern California Southern California North Texas North Texas To North Texas West Florida
PASTORS’ REPORTS Raymond Frizzelle, Miami, reports two adults saved in regular service, 35 saved in youth, five saved in children’s church, and 13 water baptisms. Clint Gray, Arpelar, reports one saved after texting for prayer. Gary Mullen, Oak Ridge, reports three children saved on Wednesday night, four adults saved in regular service, and one delivered from alcohol. James Jackson, Seminole, reports four saved and two rededications.
EVANGELISTS’ REPORTS Dale and Virginia Floyd reports over 100 men and women saved in November and December. In January they had 71 saved. Marna Hillard reports several rededicated and filled with the Holy Ghost.
NEW PASTORS Altus Glad Tidings Chickasha First Lindsay First
Corbyn Trentham Mark Shorey Stanley Ledford