Alabama Update June 2013

ALABAMA

UPDATE THE CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

Camp Boothe 2013

JUNE 2013

Utilizing the Power of Friendship Bryan Baysinger, State Evangelist

Proverbs 18:24, “A man that hath friends must show himself friendly, and there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother”.

As we look at the public ministry of our Lord, we see that He didn’t miss opportunities to witness the message among undesirable people. He knew what it meant to make friends regardless of the way that He was viewed by the public. After all, He was called a friend of sinners; a wine-bibber and a publican. I wonder if we, because of the way that it might appear to others, use excuses in order to shun opportunities that would allow us to build friendships with the lost. We have been taught since childhood to “shun the appearance of evil” and to “come out from among them”. While we naturally do not condone or take part in their sinful activities, we nonetheless, must be a friend of sinners if we are to win the lost. We should follow our Master’s example.

Perhaps we feel that if we hang out with unbelievers that it will cause us to fall and lose out with God. (At least that is one excuse that I have encountered throughout the years.)We should be strong enough in our walk with the Lord that we can go nose to nose with sinful humanity and still walk away holy; while at the same time showing friendship and genuine care for the well-being of the people that we have encountered.

Our Master prayed in John 17:15 for His disciples to “not be taken from the world but to be protected from the evil”. This should speak to us that we have been left here to impact our world. Building friendships certainly breaks down the wall of indifference that seemingly exists between the sinner and the saint.

Remember, it is not us against them! They may not know it yet, but we have something that they need; the “good news” of the Kingdom!

It may also be possible that at times we may feel the need, out of zeal, to set someone straight. It is most likely that this is where we will miss becoming a friend and instead create an adversary. The Proverbs writer speaks again in Proverbs 18:19 that “a brother offended is harder to win than a strong city and their contentions are like the bars of a castle”. We must be wise in our interactions with people. It should never be our intent to offend. If we are watching, looking, and listening to the response of the person that we are engaging then we will know when to proceed or when to back-off. Remember, if we are viewed as a friend at least there is a bridge that can be crossed; giving us a chance to witness and minister again in the future. I know that we must always speak the truth, but we must do it in love. We must make sure that it is the Spirit of God that is putting the words in our mouth. As Paul said in Ephesians 4:15, we must “speak the truth in love.”

If love is our motivation then we will build strong and vibrant friendships. This is known as relational evangelism.

Friendships are one of the most powerful ways to reach our world with the gospel. I challenge us to rise up and be a friend. Watch the power of God change the lives of people!

If you would like for me to speak at your church or event, I may be reached at 601-604-0438 or 601-679-1381.

Back To Pentecost A. J. Tomlinson–The Last Great Conflict

The Spirit was poured out on the one hundred and twenty on the day of Pentecost, which set in motion God’s great machine that was to continue in operation until certain things were accomplished.

There was such a stupendous outpouring that the results from it startled the whole city of Jerusalem. “Now when this was noised a broad, the multitude came together, and were confounded.” The effect was of great magnitude, even to the extreme. Three thousand souls were added to their ranks in one day.

Another thing worthy of our attention at this point is the fact that “they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship.”

Then immediately following this great ingathering of souls, (and some believe it to have been the same day), there was another great ingathering, which surpassed that of the first, and this time reached the enormous sum of five thousand men, and very likely as many or more women and children.

The inference is that as they were added to the first company of one hundred and twenty, and the additional three thousand, that this vast multitude continued steadfastly in the Apostles’ doctrine and fellowship; making in all probably about thirteen thousand one hundred and twenty, all in fellowship and the one doctrine.

No matter what had been their views and opinions of the past, all these vanished at once under the mighty blaze of Pentecostal glory and power. They were so completely changed by the white heat and wonderful transforming power of God that they knew only one doctrine, and therefore they were in full fellowship. One in Spirit and one in doctrine.

There is one other experience or manifestation that should not be left unnoticed. “And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.” (Acts 2:3). This now give us three particular points specially noticeable and of vast importance in connection with the discussion of our subject. To these three we add

one more, and together with the speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives utterance, the signs, wonder, miracles, healings, etc., and we get back to Pentecost. This fourth and last point is the spread of the gospel in all the world during the lifetime of those first baptized with the Holy Ghost.

The commission given them to “be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth,” was accomplished in that generation. “Their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world.”

(Rom. 10:18). “Which was preached to every creature which is under heaven.” (Col.1:23).

Here, then, are the four points that should not be neglected or overlooked, and are evidently essential to Pentecost: “Cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them; “the multitudes of God’s children to continue steadfastly in the Apostles’ doctrine and fellowship; the great ingathering of souls; and the spread of the gospel into all the world in the generation in which they lived, upon whom was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost.

In the light of these Scriptures, then we are some distance from the fullness of Pentecost, even though we are sure of the infilling and indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

We really have the evidence of the baptism with the Holy Ghost, and there is no doubt of three thousand and five thousand under one sermon by Peter is lacking yet. Also, we have not attained to unity in doctrine, neither are we perfect yet in fellowship. And as to the spread of this glorious gospel to the ends of the world, to say the least about it, we have a service before us of great magnitude.

The people are settling down content without the cloven tongues like as of fire sitting upon each of them.

Multitudes of them are declaring that we can never reach the unity or oneness of doctrine, and thus are making no efforts to teach unity or bring it about. Still others are glorying over a revival where twenty or thirty are converted in a two or three weeks’ revival meeting, and perfectly content without reaching forth and contending for the three or five thousand under one sermon.

There may be a very few who have the interest of souls, and the spread of the Lord’s gospel into all the world in this generation, so on their hearts that they are groaning and crying and giving the Lord no rest till they get back to Pentecost with all it means, but do we have any who are willing and able to make the sacrifice and ventures that it will take to reach the fullness of Pentecost?

Many are losing out and going back entirely. Why is this? Simply because they must either go on to greater

heights and attainments in the Christian life or go back.

To go forward the price is too high to pay; the cross too heavy to bear. They fall back to an easier way, that carries with it no reproach or persecutions. They lose their power because they are afraid to venture forward. God is demanding something more of them, and they halt.

Thoughts of fanaticism and what people will say stare them in the face. Their first love and fervency fades away, and they soon fall back into their former rank, and are lost to view from Pentecostal circles. Once looked upon as leaders, but will soon be forgotten, and their places will be filled with others who God can trust.

Beloved, we are facing a stupendous problem.

The last issue of the age. It is the last great conflict. It is either go back to Pentecost in its fullness, which means all we have outlined above, or fade as a leaf, and wither and finally lose our hold on the vine (Jesus), and be blown away by the first wind of autumn, or the first wind of the great storm of tribulation that will soon burst forth with tremendous fury upon this generation of idolatry, pleasure and wickedness.

We have something more to do. We must nerve ourselves up on every line. The tension must be tightened to the very highest pitch, ready for the conflict with the already furious foe, for his satanic majesty knows his time is short, and will invent every wily scheme that in his wisdom will prove advantageous for his hellish purpose.

We dare not go into camp here. We must be on the open battlefield. The fullness of Pentecost is just ahead.

The promised land was just ahead of Israel when they landed at Kadeshbarnea, but they said there were giants over there and they were not able to overcome them.

Cities whose walls reached up to the sky. “We cannot go over and possess the land,” they said. They lingered all night long. Trouble in the camp while they delayed going over, but they did not move on. They waited a few hours too long; until God said they could not go. Then they presumed to go up, but it was a failure.

Look out, beloved, we may linger here on the border land one day or an hour too long and be put to shame, and thus lose the better things that are promised us, and the incoming generation gain the land we might have enjoyed, if we had only pressed over at the proper time.

The fullness of Pentecost. Who will be a Caleb and still the people and say to them, we are fully able, let us go up at once and possess the land. Who will listen at, and obey the voice of our Captain and press on until you are filled with all the fullness of God? You dare not tarry on the threshold; you must either push on inside or be roughly thrust backward. But the people are satisfied without the “tongues like as of fire” sitting on each of them. They are satisfied and contented without the unity of the faith and one doctrine for all. They are satisfied without the three and five thousand converts under one sermon. Satisfied without this gospel going to all the

world for a witness in our day. The undertaking is too great. They love home too well. They love the family tie too well to break it. “It is a shame,” they say, “to leave our wives and children, our homes and friends, and venture out on the promises of God for support.

We venture to say that there will be, and is now, a Caleb and a Joshua that will not rest, neither give others rest, until they have obtained the fullness of Pentecost with all it means. We have started to go through, and God helping us we must get back to Pentecost in its fullness.

Who will join our ranks and contend for the faith once delivered to the saints, and pray for the tongues like as of fire, to rest upon each of you?

Who will fall in with the Apostles’ doctrine, and get rid of all false notions, theories and opinions with which you may have been filled? Who will join with us in contending for the conversion of three and five thousand souls under one sermon, with a powerful and fiery church in prayer while the preacher stands before the multitudes and delivers the message freighted with power from heaven?

Who will make the sacrifice and go forth to conquer or die on the field to get this gospel of the kingdom to every creature under heaven in this generation? Will you? Is the responsibility too great? Is the cross too heavy to bear? Is home and friends too dear and comfortable for you to make the sacrifice? Will God let you take an easier place nearer home, and give you an great rewards? Do you want to content yourself and be satisfied with anything short of the fullness of Pentecost?

You can remain in the background if you wish, but rest assured that God will find someone who will burst through all opposition, disabuse his mind of false teaching and theology, and step off before you and win the laurels in the conflict, while you are standing back all bewildered and your mind beclouded with doubts and fears, wondering what has caused such a sensation, until it will be too late for you to even pick up the spoils after the smoke has cleared away from the bloody battlefield.

Saul and his army of trained soldiers were held back by the bold challenge of Goliath, the Philistine giant, when David who had never seen a battle, except his battle with the lion and bear, hastily picked up five stones and put them in his shepherd’s bag and rushed off to meet him who had defied Israel. While the astonished king and his soldiers looked on with amazement, little David was severing the head of the giant from his shoulders with his own sword, and running back triumphantly carrying the head of the enemy.

Hundreds of trained missionaries are on the field today. But soon a few little Davids, who have gotten back to Pentecost, will burst on the scene, fly past them all and win the great battle and evangelize the world, while those who have been toiling so long will be looking on with amazement and wonder.

Many of the young people attended Winter Jam-2013. They were extremely excited and had been looking forward to it for some time.

Anniston-Praise and Worship: Mother’s Day we had 47 in attendance but had several of our regular attendees in the hospital dealing with health issues. We had a service recently where we enjoyed a season of prayer for one another to stop living at the edge of miracles, but to walk in the Spirit and trust God for the miraculous. Worship continued for several minutes. Thank God! Browntown: We had a fish fry fundraiser on the evening of April 7th.

It was a success and the proceeds are going to the youth for church camp.

Calera-Harvest Chapel: Hello to all!

Hope you had a great Mother’s Day in the Lord! At Harvest Chapel, we had a wonderful service with 77 in attendance and we also received 9 new members on this special day. We honored all the mothers in attendance, paying special honor to our oldest mother, youngest mother, mother with the most children, and mothers who had lost children. This day, we reflected on how much our mothers’ really mean to us, but most of all, how much we all mean to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A Mother’s Love is truly a gift from God! Chickasaw: The first of the month we had the Lord’s Supper and Washing of the Saints Feet. Such a sweet Spirit for this special service. Our youth saw the need of a new piano and talked to the congregation and in 5 minutes we had the money for a new one. The Spirit of giving touched hearts and we are so thankful for our new piano.

We celebrated our pastor’s birthday with cake and ice cream and of course the cake was decorated in John Deere green. Cody Parmer joined the church, he is one of Alex City:

our teens. His life is dedicated to help others and it’s a blessing to us. We are so proud of him. The “Awaken Tour” with Tim Beck and staff was wonderful and so anointed with the presence of the Lord. Our “Breaking Chains” led in worship and everyone was lifted up.

Refreshments were served afterwards.

A wonderful Malaria Sunday. The Lord touched all that were there and the net offering was $300.00. That was enough for 50 nets to help the children in Africa. What a blessing for us to reach out and help these families. Our prayers go with the love offering. We were reminded of the many things we have here and so thankful to God. Keep us in your prayers.

Cordova: We are so thankful to our church for raising $700 for netting for Africa.

Dothan: Our pastor was invited to speak at the Emmanuel Temple Church at their 5th Annual Covenant Conference. Several from the church went with him and were blessed in the service. The worship in prayer, singing and giving was tremendous and God truly anointed His servant with the Holy Ghost anointing as he preached a powerful message on Spiritual Reconciliation. We plan to worship with these again and invite them to join us for worship. Pray for the Dothan Church to reach out to others and be a force for the Lord in Southeast Alabama.

Eoline: We were privileged to have

Bishop James Wallace in revival.

There was truly revival in the air each night.

The mighty power of God came down and blessed our souls.

We appreciate the Greenpond church and several area churches coming and helping with special singing.

God is alive in Eoline.

Fayette-North Pointe: North Pointe was blessed by guest speaker, Rev. Barry Wagner of Ezra International as he brought the Word and shared of assisting Jewish people in their migration from Russia back to Israel. This mission provides them with travel arrangements and food delivering them from a life of poverty and persecution. We also was able to sow seeds into the ministry of a local mission called Lifehouse Ministries which is a six month program that teaches and counsels recovering drug/alcohol addicts and prepares them for their new life in Christ. Several gave their testimonies of God’s miracle in their life and how they are now witnessing and serving the Lord. We were also glad to participate in giving to Malaria Sunday Project. Praise God for a giving church who serves the Lord.

Our attendance was 104 on Mother’s Day and we honored 45 mothers.

Two visitors rededicated their lives.

Praise the Lord!

Green Pond: Praise to the King!

Twenty participated in the Walk to Calvary. This was a seven mile walk, proclaiming our stand for Jesus. Pizza was served afterwards.

Becky Hosmer was the speaker for Ladies Day. The visitation of the Holy Ghost was awesome in this service. The youth from WOW joined in our Sunday evening service with an attendance of one hundred and seventeen. These youth are such a

blessing. Many needs were met in this service as the altar was full of youth seeking the Lord. The seniors enjoyed a trip to the Tennessee Aquarium and the IMAX Theater. We thank God for His hand of protection and the blessings we receive each day.

Hackleburg: Hackleburg was blessed with 264 Mother’s Day and 53 were children. Pastor Dustin ministered on behalf of Pastor Clint’s absents.

Communion followed the message and altar time.

Haleyville-Pathway: As some of you may know.... our pastor, Brother Luther Rye had to have open heart surgery the first of April. There was a problem and he had to go back in to stop some bleeding. He is home now and doing fine. We would like to thank all of you for your prayers and also Brother Mike Vice and family for filling in during this time. Brother Rye still needs your prayers.

Harris Chapel: We had a great Mother’s Day Tribute. Adults and children honored mothers with gifts and words of acknowledgment. Our attendance was 74. We praise God for the increase He is giving.

Leesburg: Children’s Ministries sponsored a Bible Challenge with 3 teams-Three Wise Men, The Golden Girls, and The Five Saints. Before the Challenge, the children conducted an after church meal fundraiser. The funds were used to present to the winning team to go to their favorite church charity. The Five Saints won the Challenge with their prize money going to Children’s Ministries. Pastor Tim had the privilege of ministering at a high school. The students chose if they wanted to attend–the response exceeded expectations!

As the invitation was given, the front of the gym filled with over 100 students responding. The students were invited back that night to a concert with Chase and Wesley Douglas. Pastor Tim had the privilege of talking with the students. Again, the students responded. It was awesome! Our church participated in the Awakening Tour “Prepare” at the Collinsville

Church with over 25 youth and young adults in attendance.

Russellville-Living Word: We were blessed to have Bishop Wallace Pratt minister for us. He also performed the baby dedication for Dillion Holt. The parents are Holly and Sandy Holt.

Also, blessed to have Brother Matt Rose to minister at Friday Night Fire Service. God is doing great things!

Short Creek: Blessings to all! We had ten ladies to attend “Mother’s Hideaway” in Tennessee.

We were privileged to have Granny Vines attend. She had a ball, and went everywhere we went and wanted to go more. On Thursday night, we attended the Biblical Times Dinner Theater where we enjoyed a wonderful meal while listening and watching a wonderful portrayal of “The Kings of Psalms.” If you have a chance to go, you will not be disappointed. We were blessed and inspired by the songs, testimonies and drama that were presented. On Friday night, we had a beautiful, Spirit-filled night of prayer and praise. Our Director, Judy Pate, presented an inspiring devotion. What a glorious time we had!

Tarrant: April.....WOW...where has the time gone. This month has been filled with good things. The youth enjoyed an evening of worship, fun and fellowship. So happy to see so many new-born babies and toddlers in our congregation. It is true...little ones brings smiles to our faces.

Trinity: Excitement......When the monitors flashed, “IT”S TIME TO WORSHIP!” The congregation began to do just that. The music and singing began and the Holy Ghost showed up!

Our church has been praying for revival and we saw some of the fruits of the prayers. While the Spirit was moving, the pastor stepped into the pulpit and the Word came forth, followed by the altars being filled.

One lady was saved who has been dealing with a bad habit. Mother’s Day the mothers received roses. The Pastor’s Wife was recognized as the Mother-Of-The-Church.

Kevin Winkelman did an astounding job in

the pulpit. Our attendance was 103.

Twilleytown: We now have an elevator for our handicapped people.

We were blessed beyond measure Mother’s Day. Sister Stanton had a wonderful program honoring our mother’s past and present.

As different ones came up to speak about their Moms and Grandmothers telling their stories, it was terrific. For pictures either go to our web page or FB. There were about 90 in attendance. Our children handed out roses to the mothers.

Harvest Partners Belarus Three weeks ago one missionary team have visited us. Our dear friends from W aco, Texas came for one week to be here with us. They did a great job. They served in Mogilev church and rehab center. Then we went to children’s cancer hospital. W e played with kids, talked, prayed and shared the love of God. Also they participated in youth outreach. W e invited popular youth band “True W ord”.

They were awesome. Our friends from W aco shared their testimonies and prayed for youth. My daughter Nastya invited many her classmates to come to the church. Five girls came. Four of them heard about Jesus for the first time in their life.

In our country we celebrated Easter on May 5. W e had a very great service. W e did a lot of preparation for it. New people were on that service. I have made seven feet tall cross from the very old wood and placed it on the scene. Also, I had crown and nails. It remained to the whole congregation visually what Jesus had done for us. Then after service we had egg hunt for kids. It was a lot of fun for them.

They loved it.

Also I started to prepare one couple for ministry in Berezino city. In furture they would like to be pastors. Every W ednesday the team from Mogilev and that couple come to Berezino and together they served people on the streets and in hospitals. W e love to serve and we live to serve.

W ith love, Gena

ANNOUNCEM ENTS

Brenda Kay Pate, P O Box 30; Cordova, AL, 35550; 205-388-1087 or 388-3129.

BIRTHS Saturdays 9:00 - 10:00 AM

Access Code: 650786#

Russellville-Living W ord: Lelieh Nicole was born to Angel Humphres on April 9 th.

W infield City Family: Aubry Kay was born April 14th. Her parents are Lance and Madison Hubbert.

STATE W EB SITES Alabama Update Blog: W W W .alabamaupd ate.blogspot.com Alabama W eb Site: alcogop.org Youth-Tim Beck W eb: w w w .experiencehydrate.com www.hydrateministries.com

Joey Dobbs: Member of Sterrett Church of God of Prophecy.

Telephone (205)746-3017.

Earlean Emerson, P O box 1863, Hamilton, AL 35570. Telephone (205) 921-5637.

Russellville-Living W ord: Dillion Holt was dedicated to God by Bishop Pratt. His parents are Holly and Sandy Holt.

Tarrant: Dallas Dewayne was dedicated to the Lord M arch 21 st. His proud parents are Daniel and Amanda Snow.

DEATHS Huntsville-M astin Lake: Paul Bradford, Ron and Jaxie Bradford’s father, passed away May 15 th.

Larry W ebb and Nora Lutz, available for revivals and singings, 22060 Eastern Valley Road, McCalla, AL 35111, cell# (205) 413-5829; home # (205) 938-3404.

Kenneth W ilkins, is available for weekend revivals and filling in for pastors and special services. Telephone: (205)-7637 1 0 1 .

E m a i l : wilkins.kenneth@gmail.com.

SPEAKING AND SPECIAL PROGRAM S: Anita Falkner, 3615 Moody Pkwy, Moody, AL 35004. Telephone (205) 640-6207.

E. L. And Bettie Croyle Dale and Shelia Dilbeck James and Betty Oliver

Coming Events June 23

Birmingham Revival Gathering Hydrate Campus Tour

September 10

Sipsey Valley High

19

Jemison High

October 8

Pinson Valley High

June Summer Camps 2013

M entone: Joann Crow’s sister went to be with the Lord May 17 th.

Theme: Rise Up: Brave Hearted August 1-4

State Convention Embassy Hotel–Hoover

September 20-21

W omen’s Conference Camp Boothe

Avvis M otes, P O Box 272, W arrior, AL 35180. Telephone (205) 647-4819.

Kevin Rhodes, member at Red Bay, AL Phone # 256-460-8105 home: 256-3564997, rhodeskevin@ymail.com .

Jackie and W anda Cleveland

Dewayne and Joan Smith

Christine & Curtis Englebert, 111 W oodland Road, Dora, AL 35062 Telephone (205) 648-2871 or cell # 205275-1199. cenglebert2871@charter.net.

Fill in for pastors also.

Brenda Kay Pate, P O Box 30 Cordova, AL 35550; 205-388-1087 or 388-3129.

Fill in for pastors also.

Steve and Brenda Chance

BABY DEDICATION

AVAILABLE FOR REVIVALS James A dkins, P O B ox 921, Collinsville, AL 35961-0920, Telephone (256) 524-3130.

Jeremy and Rebecca Beard John and Janice Butler

Prayer Line with Dr. W essly

Dial 712-432-1690

ANNIVERSARIES

November 1-2 JUNE PASTORS/W IVES BIRTHDAYS

Men’s Conference Camp Boothe

6-10

Gary Archie

Gordon-Conwell Camp Boothe

Rebecca Beard

December

Steve Chance

29-31

Leslie Curtis

W inter Conference Camp Boothe

Dale Dilbeck

2014

Ann Douglas

January

Kenneth Elmore

17-18

Floyd Gillespie

February

Ben Howard

26-28

Joey Mojica

July

Cephus Prophitt

30-Aug 3 International Assembly

Diana Pruitt James Ramsey Teresa Rose

Pastor’s/Spouse Conference S.O.P.A.S. 4 th Term

Rosen Shingle Creek Resort and Convention Center

April, 2013 Statistics

CHURCH

SM

Alexander City Aliceville Alton Altoona Anniston Praise & Worship Arab Bayou La Batre Bessemer Hopewell Woodland Hills Boaz Boldo Brown’s Chapel Browntown Calera Harvest Chapel Carbon Hill Chickasaw Citronelle Clanton Collinsville Harvest Center Cordova Cottondale Cunningham Bridge Decatur Dothan Dry Valley East Lake Highlands Elba Elkmont Eoline-Tuscaloosa Fayette-North Pointe Fort Payne Gadsden Living Waters Goodwater Joyful Praise Gordo Grant Green Pond Grove Hill Hackleburg Haleyville Pathway Hamilton-New Heights Happy Hill

31 06 57 18 51 NO REPORT 12 NO REPORT 59 13 NO REPORT 23 43 NO REPORT 99 25 13 24 45 68 NO REPORT 04 39 12 ---39 ---NO REPORT 17 110 09

TITHES 3297.90 2018.14 3961.60 1642.71 4619.19 464.00

11,932.77 1141.23 1879.50 4142.90

8984.43 2107.00 1086.00 3195.00 4339.60 4400.00 396.00 2601.50 2719.09 3707.87 3485.10 713.00 1554.07 4246.00 747.91

57

4199.49

28 --20 75 04 212

1138.46 6378.86 6950.81 8170.03 557.00 39,538.79

39 51 127

1877.39 3543.00 8856.76

CHURCH Harris Chapel Hartselle Hazel Green Huntsville Bell Rd Mastin Lake Mission Jasper-Airport Rd. Leesburg Lincoln Mentone Montgomery Moulton Munford-Silver Run Odenville Pelham Parrish Phil Campbell Pinson Parkway Poarch Red Bay Robertsdale Rock Cliff Russellville Living Word Sheffield-Cliff Haven Short Creek Sterrett Summerbrook Sylacauga-Power of Cross Tannehill Mission Tarrant City Trinity Worship Twilley Town West Blocton West Mobile Winfield Family Church

SM 53 14 NO REPORT NO REPORT 79 NO REPORT 23 45 26 14 17 NO REPORT NO REPORT 58 33 37 NO REPORT 28 04 22 23 NO REPORT 39 135 40 123 41 05 49 56 64 56 09 16 33

TITHES 4915.86 1529.19

10,303.50 3311.20 6456.40 3599.70 1082.00 105.00

4622.11 3254.70 1314.30 1735.00 613.85 3234.60 1177.00 2744.22 17,590.42 5183.54 7192.30 3426.35 503.00 --------3175.96 6342.41 4719.70 -----1609.00 2168.03

THE ABOVE STATISTICS W ERE TAKEN FROM REPORTS (FROM TREASURER’S ) RECEIVED IN STATE OFFICE AS OF M AY, 2013.

THE FOLLOW ING REPORTS W ERE RECEIVED IN THE STATE OFFICE FOR PREVIOUS M ONTHS: Aliceville East Lake Highlands

06 46

4273.14 4575.10

Evangelism April Church Statistics Taken from Church Reporters and Pastors Reports 1.Saved

2.Sanctified

3.Holy Ghost

CHURCH

PASTOR

Anniston-Praise & Worship Bessemer-Hopewell Road Calera-Harvest Chapel Chickasaw Collinsville-Harvest Center Dothan Eoline Fayette Greenpond Huntsville-Mastin Lake Leesburg Russellville-Living Word: Sheffield-Cliff Haven Sylacauga Trinity Worship Center

Sylvester Smith Joey Mojica James Simpson Ernest Pigorsch Steve Spears Morris Bates Kenneth Humphries Brent Smalley William Noe Joshua Lynn Timothy Douglas Mark Fell Neal Wright E. L. Croyle A. L. Henderson

4.Baptized

EVANGELIST

5.Added to Church

1.

2.

3.

1 6 5

4 2

4 2

2 2 1 1 2 4 1 1

200 2 1 3

62 329 742 740

2

9 1 1

James Wallace

MINISTERS REPORTS FOR APRIL

Number Reports Sermons Church Homes Visited New Homes Visited

5.

1

1

4

2 2

MINISTERS NOT PASTORING Tim Beck Jacon Cobb Donna Howard James Wallace

4.

1

1

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