United times November 2015 Volume 1
General Board Bishop Eric D. Garnes Presiding Prelate
Bishop Glenn E. Livingston Assistant Presiding Prelate
Bishop Roberto J. Jemmott General Treasurer
Bishop James R. Chambers Secretary General
Bishop James E. Dukes National Director of Social Justice
National Directors Overseer Dan Johnson National Business Manager
Bishop J. Nathan Paige National Director of Music
Pastor Aurelia H. Jemmott National Director of Operations & Logistics Bishop Leon Wilson National Director of Faith-Based Initiatives
Elder Jacqueline Marshall National Director of Women’s Ministry
Bishop Orlando A. Wilson National Director of Center for Theological Studies Bishop Rory Marshall National Director of Men’s Ministry
Elder Reginald King Adjutant General Sister Edna Capers National Director of Ushers
Pastor Martin J. DeSilva National Commander – Apostolic Knights of Pentecost
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,
Time stands still for no man. God has been creating great waves in the Body of UNITED since we last met, and we invite you to jump right into all the great things happening. Thank you to everyone who joined in supporting the vision on Mission’s Sunday to raise funds for our Missions Trip to the Dominican Republic. It is not too late to be a blessing, to reach those you cannot touch. Log on to www.unitedcovenantchurches.org today and make your donation by Sunday, November 15, 2015. We have been blessed to be a blessing and we thank God for a people who love to give! Our National Holy Convocation has come and gone, and there are times we need to be reminded of our Encounter. Overseer Terry L. Hill, Jr. covers some highlights to take us down memory lane. May the power and worship of our time together be resurrected and strengthened in our hearts and minds as we continue to worship the King. 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
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7
Our prayers for peace and strength continue to go out to the Findlayter and Garnes family in the loss of our Beloved Lady Yvette Garnes Findlayter.
United celebrated MISSION'S DAY on Sunday, November 8th. Thank you to those who joined in the vision and initiative to reach the nations, and our brothers and sisters around the globe we cannot physically touch. We often ask ourselves how can we help those who are in need around the globe? Well, you can still be a blessing to our international ministries around the world. Simply log on to www.unitedcovenantchurches.org and click on donate before Sunday November 15, 2015. Ensure that your donation is noted as "Missions" offering in order to properly record your gift. United we thank you for supporting the great things God is doing in the Dominican Republic!
United Covenant Churches of Christ
Bishop Roosevelt Watkins, III Diocesan, Illinois and Indiana
The Very Reverend Allan Gray Overseer, Chairperson, National Events
Bishop Clinton Sterling Davis, II Diocesan, Texas
The Very Reverend Terry LaMar Hill, Jr. Overseer, The Board of Pastors
The Very Reverend Carol Harris Overseer, National Finance Department
The Reverend Leslie Skinner Christie Assistant to the Secretary General
The Very Reverend Kim Kevin Newsome Overseer, Diocese of New York
Overseer Angela Walker Overseer, Diocese of Illinois
2015 Official Appointments
Bishop Edgar Mullins, Chairperson, Episcopal Review Committee The Reverend Howard Hamilton, National Director, Five Fold Ministries
The Very Reverend Jeffrey Broughton, Sr., Overseer, National Director of Missions Overseer Dorchelle Perez Overseer, Diocese of Texas
Join United Covenant Churches of Christ across the USA for the Installation Services of The Very Reverend Kim K. Newsome,
The Very Reverend Terry L. Hill, Jr., The Very Reverend Allan H. Gray, The Very Reverend Angela A. Walker, and
The Very Reverend Carol E. Harris
Intercessory Prayer Module Prayer is the most powerful tool we have as Christians, and we need to learn how to strategically pray and intercede. Join United Covenant Churches of Christ as Bishop Allen Williams, Jr. of Rhema Word Worship Center facilitates a teaching module on Intercessory Prayer! #POWEROFPRAYER Saturday, November 14, 2015 9:00am - 11:00am Tabernacle of Praise Cathedral 1274 Utica Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11203
Happy Birthday Bishop Garnes! On Sunday, November 15, 2015, join us in celebrating the birthday of our Beloved Spiritual Father, Visionary, Pastor, Leader Presiding Bishop Eric Daniel Garnes The guest preacher for both 7:30am and 11:00am services will be Bishop Norman J. Hairston, II of Zion Progressive Cathedral International in Gary, IN.
The Greater St. Mary Church of Christ
The Missionary Circle of The Greater Saint Mary Church invites you to join in a time of intercession, prayer and petition in all night prayer. Prayer will begin at 9:00 PM at The Greater Saint Mary Church which is located at 4935 Monroe Street (Lewis and Marcus Garvey Blvd). For more information, please contact the Administrative Office at 718-574-4100.
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.
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 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Our next giveaway is on November 28, 2015. 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!
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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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SAVE-THE-DATE United Comes to You hits the ground running in 2016! Texas, Florida, Mid-Atlantic, Bahamas, Illinois – mark your calendars for these not to be missed encounters as we come together to lift HIM up.
Then, we will gather together in New York to Celebrate United! Stay connected with us on social media for the latest information.
Convocation 2015 Reflections Anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, weddings and receptions are the type of events that seem to bring immense joy in their celebration. If there were a single event that bundled all that was the best of these events, we would have to call it HOLY CONVOCATION. Of course, it is a reunion when we get to all come together from far and near to be with one another. The excitement of an anniversary or birthday is matched by national appointments and promotions. The pomp of a wedding procession is bested by that of the entrance of the tiers of leadership on Official Day. And there is no more festive atmosphere than that of the praise breaks that come when no one can keep their seat. Even the musicians have to pause from playing just to dance a bit! There is so much that takes place both out front and behind the scenes that one scarcely knows where to begin. So the beginning. I think I want to start by thanking the advance teams that arrived as early as Sunday to finalize all preparations to receive us. It really is a massive undertaking to coordinate so many areas, volunteers, space, finances, events and so much more.
This year the theme was “The Encounter” and what an awesome encounter it was. The first “encounter” is always with our extended families and friends. When Florida hooks up with New York or when Delaware and Texas come together there is always something marvelous that happens. One of the things that makes United’s events so special is that we really are one big family. The months of separation have done nothing to quell the boisterous blessing that is seeing one another. The children connect with their friends. My wife, Lady Kim gets to hug and love on the women she has been praying with and I get to hang with my brothers and sisters. I think the only stressful thing about the reconnecting is there aren’t enough meals in the week for me to eat with everyone I have missed!
The next “encounter” occurs in the classroom. There is always a rich offering of learning opportunities. From ministry and managing mayhem to mastering your own mind, no one has to leave without more knowledge and understanding. The classroom ranks high on the list because it is the one area where I can be disconnected from my feelings and given foundation that helps me implement real change with real solutions when I get back home. These are not just alternate preaching sessions, although we can get a little excited. While every encounter is significant, there is no encounter more unique and more glorious than what occurs in the sanctuary. Dynamic preaching, ecstatic singing and worship and the joyous shouts of praise to our God are signature elements of this encounter. Every year, every part of me is ministered to and refreshed. Convocation is my Jerusalem! God has determined to meet us when we gather. He does every time. This year as always, our Presiding Bishop gave the clarion call that we should “ride the wind” of God’s power in our lives. I’ve been airborne ever since!
It has been a few weeks now since we gathered in Atlanta for our 26th Holy Convocation but the residue of the encounter remains heavy. I can only hope and prepare for all that this next cycle can bring into our lives.
Overseer Terry L. Hill, Jr. The Citadel Church of Jacksonville
Be a part of all God is doing at Christian Love Worship Cathedral! 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#
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.
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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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And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. John 12:32
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