United times January 2016
General Board Bishop Eric D. Garnes Presiding Prelate
Bishop Glenn E. Livingston Assistant Presiding Prelate
Bishop James E. Dukes National Director of Social Justice
National Directors Overseer Dan Johnson National Business Manager
Bishop James R. Chambers Secretary General
Bishop Roberto J. Jemmott General Treasurer
Sis. Janelle Flinch National Director of Liturgical Dance Ministry
Bishop J. Nathan Paige National Director of Music
Pastor Aurelia H. Jemmott National Director of Operations & Logistics
Bishop Norman J. Hairston, III National Minister of Worship
Elder Jacqueline Marshall National Director of Women’s Ministry Bishop Leon Wilson National Director of Faith-Based Initiatives
Pastor Martin J. DeSilva National Commander – Apostolic Knights of Pentecost Sister Edna Capers National Director of Ushers
Overseer Sylvester Robinson National Director of Men’s Ministry Overseer Jeffrey Broughton, Sr. National Director of Missions
Bishop Orlando A. Wilson National Director of Center for Theological Studies
Elder Reginald King Adjutant General
Pastor Howard Hamilton National Director, Five Fold Ministries
Overseer Frank Robinson National Youth Director National Director of Ecclesiastical and Corporate Relations
Chairmen Bishop George E. Gibson Chairman, House of Bishops
Overseer Terry Hill, II Chairman, Board of Pastors
Bishop Christopher T. Cox, II Chairman, Board of Holy Orders
Overseer Allan Gray Chairman, Special Events
Letter From The Editor Grace and Peace be unto you UNITED, “The course of everything goes to teach us faith.� ~Ralph Waldo Emerson A Blessed and Happy New Year to you UNITED! As we enter into 2016, many would like to forget the pain, disappointments, and challenges of 2015, but with a heart of thanksgiving, instead my brothers and sisters, let us look to God to reveal the victories in the defeat, the wholeness in the heartbreak, and the light shining through the darkness. All we have experienced as a people, has only served to anchor us in what God is doing in this hour. To bring forth a people of one Mind, one Body, and one Spirit, unified in love, and impenetrable in power. UNITED, we have already successfully launched United Comes to You 2016 in our Texas Diocesan! Read more about it as you mark your calendar to see us in a town near you. Be encouraged UNITED, and above all, continue to stand. Be blessed as you enjoy the highlights of what is going on around the world of UNITED! In His Service, Annette Parkins Editor www.unitedcovenantchurches.org
SAVE-THE-DATE What a powerful United Comes to You thus far! Thank you Texas for laying the foundation for 2016! See you in Florida February 5-6, 2016! Mark your calendars for these not to be missed encounters as we come together to lift HIM up. Start your preparations to gather together in May in New York to Celebrate United! Stay connected with us on social media for the latest information.
United Comes To You Kicks Off in Texas! United Comes To You got its kickoff for the year in the Lone Star state of Texas. Led by Diocesan Bishop, C. Sterling Davis, the two day event was an intimate and impactful event. "The wisdom, humility, transparency, and candor left us speechless.." Bishop Davis reported. Speaking primarily to Pastors and ministry leaders, Presiding Bishop Eric Garnes challenged the group on The Roles and Responsibilities of Pastors and Ethics. Assistant Presiding Bishop G. E. Livingston talked about How to Define Successful ministry. The Chairman of the Board of Pastors, Overseer Terry Hill was also on hand to discuss Implementing Vision. Be sure to be in place when United Comes To You!
Congratulations Overseer Angela A. Walker!
Join United Covenant Churches of Christ for the Installation Services of The Very Reverend Carol E. Harris
United Covenant Churches of Christ Chaplains Corps In this season the Chaplain ministry exists to meet the spiritual needs of the people outside the four walls of the church. Chaplains have been called to take the presence of God to the people outside of the walls of the house of God. We are here to serve people wherever they are. The Chaplain ministry of United is here to assist Ministers in their development in one or more of the many areas of chaplaincy, such as: Hospital/Hospice Correctional Corporate/Workplace Public Safety/First Responders The Chaplain Corps has fulltime and volunteer Chaplain and we are here to assist you in the training and certification in the Chaplain ministry as well as to assist Pastors in the establishment of Chaplain Ministries for their local assemblies.
For more information on Chaplaincy please contact: Pastor W. Nigel Meeks, Chief of Chaplains elderwnigelmeeks@msn.com ph#618-201-1392
New Dawning Fellowship You are invited to join us for our 2016 Women's Conference on Friday January 29-30, 2016. Our theme is "Unmasked & Unashamed". Friday January 29, 2016 at 7pm our presenter will be Dr. Nancy Fields of New York Theological Seminary. Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 9:30 am Women's Discussion for women only! Sunday, January 31, 2016 at 12 noon our speaker will be Pastor Aurelia Jemmott of Nazareth Christian Fellowship. Refreshments will be served!
KCI FIRST ANNUAL PRAYER BREAKFAST Tickets are only $20.00. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Higher Learning Day Care Center of Brooklyn, New York. Please respond to let us know how many tickets you would like. We appreciate, and thank you in advance!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Bishop Gibson!
On January 27th Bishop George E. Gibson II will celebrate his 60th Birthday. We submit this announcement in his honor, from his wife, Prophetess Tricia Gibson and the Christian Love Worship Cathedral.
“Save Our Sons” is the Outreach mission of Let’s Go Higher, LLC and Men4Change established and instituted by Bishop George Gibson II for manhood development training and academic excellence. On Monday, August 31st at 7:00AM the overwhelming response came to Bishop Gibson’s call for men to support our sons at the genesis of their academic school year. On that morning more than 160 men and the community-at-large, came dressed professionally to reassure the Prestige Academy scholars. Our presence on Opening Day provided the students with confidence and demonstrated the solidarity, strength and scholarship of the black men who stood beside them. Our unified presence affirmed the statement that, on our watch, “no child will be left behind” nor afforded a fair chance in learning and living. The united sound that resonated the crowd was overwhelmingly empowering. “Our polished presence showed the boys that they are respected and expected to do well in the academic school year”. In his statement, Bishop Gibson’s told students “we are committed to your success, supportive in your struggles and most importantly; we are “present in your pursuit of Learning”. Television media as well as News media covered the event. Many community leaders attended while others have pledged to actively support this essential Mission.
Congratulations to Overseer Kim K. Newsome and Power of GOD Cathedral!
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Join Overseer Sylvester Robinson, the National Director of the Men’s Ministry, in the RELAUNCH Conference call With Guest Speaker Bishop Eric D. Garnes. Men Embracing God’s Assignment
Set your alarms for our monthly National Prayer scheduled for Saturday, February 6. 2016 at 7AM(EST)/6AM(CST).
If you have a prayer request and/or praise report, please email womensministry@unitedcovenanctchurches.org This month Pastor Cynthia Dunbar will be leading us in prayer. Call 702-432-0075 access code 502676# We are looking forward to this anointed time of PRAYER AND PRAISE on the National prayer line! When we UNITE in prayer, God hears and MOVES! (Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 18:19-20).
Please come out for an afternoon of Fellowship and love of one's neighbor. Open to everyone. An afternoon of games, fun, giveaways, surprises, and food.
A Super Bowl Party for everybody! Fun, games, lots of snacks and food....
Join the Joshua Generation Youth Ministry of The Greater Saint Mary Church on Friday, February 26, 2016 from 8pm-9pm for an hour of worship, prayer and power. Praise and Worship begins at 7:45pm. Saint Mary is located at 493 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, New York 11221. Bishop James R. Chambers, Senior Minister
The Divine Mandate Ministry of Zion Progressive Cathedral International, Inc. located at 1169 Connecticut Street in Gary, Indiana, provides free hot meals and free clothing every fourth Saturday of each month from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Our next giveaway is on February 27, 2016. For more information, please contact the administrative office at 219-882-ZION (9466) during the office hours 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays through Fridays.
Thank you for your time and blessings and peace be unto you!
UPCOMING EVENT
Tuesday, March 8, 2016 9:00AM - Friday, March 11, 2016 11:00AM Where: InterContinental Hotels & Conference Center 9801 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44106 USA Join Bishop Garnes this year as a main speaker to the UPPER Classman on Wednesday and Thursday.
Are you fluent in Spanish? Do you possess the ability to read & write in Spanish? Do you enjoy spending time on Social Media? If this is the case, we have a need for Spanishspeaking individuals who can help us translate our posts from English to Spanish! To sign up, please email us at ucccsocialmedia@gmail.com.
The Voices of UNITED! Do you have your copy? Have you download it!!!!! Have you Spread the Word?...#Champions Debut Single from UNITED’s own, April Hall!
Pastor Angela Walker and Divine Revelation presents their first CD ‘Door to the Next Level.’ This refreshing project brings a mix of original music as well as a new flare to some old time gospel favorites.
From SlaveBox To Xbox The cutting edge Internet radio show hosted by Dr. James Dukes explores and discusses the topics that are relevant to the beloved community. You don't have to just sit by and listen, you can join in on the discussion and the solution. We are not telling you what to think about... But please think about something!
Be a support to Overseer Angela Walker with the launch of the Knowledge and Power Show on February 2, 2016
Be a part of all God is doing Parents As Teachers & MEN 4 Change Join Bishop George E. Gibson II EVERY THURSDAY @ 6 pm EST as the men gather for a series of informal conversations around real issues that men face such as raising their children, assuming their positions of leadership in our communities and with our children. You will not want to miss out on this time of Enlightenment, Edification and Restoration! 1230 N. French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
Got Prayer? Please join Bishop George E. Gibson every Saturday at 7 PM for 7 minutes of prayer as he bombards Heaven for 7 power-packed minutes of effectual and fervent prayer while lifting up our leaders, churches, families, nation and communities. The teleconference number is (218) 862-4152 and pass code is 533257#. Please remember to mute your phone(s). Join Prophetess Tricia Gibson the 1st Monday of each month at 6 PM EST for “Hour of Power Prayer� at 1230 N. French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 Prophetess Gibson also hosts the IPN: International Prayer Network monthly teleconference call. This one-hour call is held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8:00 PM and is broadcast on www.hotjoyradio.com with Dr. Ronnie D. Joyner. Call in by dialing (218) 8624152 passcode: 533257#
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SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE Presents SAMSON with CLWC!
As a former professional basketball player, Dr. Gibson combines his sports acumen with his intellectual prowess to create an inspirational manual for going higher in the “Game of Life” www.georgegibson.org Also available at Amazon & Barnes and Nobles An excerpt from 90’ By 45’: “The 90’ by 45’ basketball court is about timelines. You have to learn to be in certain places on the floor in a sufficient amount of time. Your position sets the condition of your opportunity. What advancements are you making in the allotted time that you have been given?”
What Do You See? Author RJ Marshall in his second book release from the "What Do You See?" family, gives readers an interesting perspective of how individuals should view life. Bishop Eric D. Garnes forewords the book to give an introspective look into life as we all know it. This creative, yet practical journey is designed for anyone in pursuit of God's idea of them. In this book you will be challenged to evaluate how you see your life in comparison to God's ultimate destiny for you. So when you look closely, what do you see when your reality meets perception? To purchase your copy, please go to: www.iamrjmarshall.com
Now Available "Leading Beyond Preaching" by Bishop Christopher T. Cox II If the foundation be destroyed what can the righteous do? Psalm 11:3 The pattern has changed from its original content and Generation Next is being affected in a grave manner. It is time for the kingdom to return to its original purpose and work. Jesus is still the only way to accomplish the transition that is needed to make a difference.
To purchase your copy of Leading Beyond Preaching, contact (516) 505-5702. The cost is $20.00.
We are seeking volunteers to join us in the fight against suicide - it is everyone's problem. Anyone interested please contact us at: impactoutreachministry@gmail.com. The position is a volunteer position. Training will be provided and Counselors will be able to volunteer from the comfort of their own home.
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Got Ministry? Don't struggle alone! After 26 years in ministry, Dr. Hooper now shares her ministry experience and wisdom with other women preachers. Join her on every 1st Monday at 9 PM EST on a one hour FREE conference call designed to empower you for your ministry calling. You are guaranteed to be blessed! For ministry updates and more, subscribe to us at www.UsGirlsCan.com and follow us on Facebook.
Calling all children, teens and young adults. Your prayer has power! And this year Uc3 needs you. Become a part of our 2015 youth and young adults prayer team. Please email us at uc3youth@unitedcovenantchurches.com
"Turn Up" with prayer...GENERATION "Covered"! The purpose of the youth prayer call is to keep our children covered by the word and build a strong prayer life for our children. NVKLC and Uc3 provides a vehicle that will get your child's day started and encouraged to go throughout the week.
Stretch your prayer life in this powerful season of prayer! His Kingdom come, His will be done! CALLING ALL INTERCESSORS: Draw nigh to God in this key season. There are morning and afternoon prayer lines within your UNITED family to join and watch the Hand of God move supernaturally in your life, your family, your church and your community! Bishop Jamie Johnson – James Temple Miracle Center Fort Valley, GA Every Wednesday night at 9:05pm EST (641) 715-3200 access code: 1004868#
Overseer Dan Johnson – The Empowerment Worship Center Chicago, IL Monday-Friday 5am-6am CST (712) 432-0075 access code: 502676#
Bishop Roberto Jemmott – Nazareth Christian Fellowship Brooklyn, NY Tuesdays 6am EST (712) 775-7100 access code: 456009#
Bishop Allen Williams – Rhema Word Worship Center Elkridge, MD Tuesday-Friday 5am-6am; 1pm-2pm; 9pm-10pm EST (661) 673-8600 access code: 834439#
Overseer Carlos Haynes – Faith Assemblies of God Brooklyn, NY Sunday-Saturday 5am-6am EST (760) 984-1000 access code: 919671#
Bishop George E. Gibson, II - Christian Love Worship Cathedral Philadelphia, PA Saturdays 7pm (seven minutes) EST (218) 862-4152 access code: 533257# *please remember to mute your phones*
Pastor Frederick E. Wilson, Jr. – The Temple of Glory International Chicago, IL Sunday-Saturday 6am CST (605) 477-3000 access code: 552942#
I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. 1 Timothy 2:1-2
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What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
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