Alabama Update May 2015

ALABAMA

UPDATE THE CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

MAY 2015

Media Alert: State Convention Official Date Announcement Bessemer, AL- February 13, 2015 Alabama Church of God of Prophecy

2015 Alabama State Convention

When: July 16-19, 2015 Where: Embassy Suites, Hoover, AL

State Convention Announcement The 2015 State Convention Theme: We are exited to announce that the 2015 Alabama State Convention theme is “EMPOWERED.” In these present times we must be EMPOWERED by the Holy Spirit. We can only be EMPOWERED if we are connected to Jesus Christ, as He said “I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit” (John 15:5a KJV) During this State Convention, it is our passion to connect with Christ and be EMPOWERED for service so that we bear much fruit.

The 2015 State Convention Dates and Location: We are excited to return to the Embassy Suites in Hoover, Alabama once again. The Convention will begin on Thursday evening on July 16th and will conclude on Sunday July 19th.

RESERVATIONS ARE OPEN NOW: Make Your Reservations today!

Go to ALCOGOP.com/StateConvention or call 205-985-9994 to make your reservations at the Embassy Suites (Group Code: CGP).

Our reduced Convention rate of $131 per night is only guaranteed for a short period. The regular room rate is $159 per night.

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Fundamentals Of The Faith Pneumatology—The Person And Work Of The Holy Spirit–Part I Raymond Pruitt

Pneumatology is a term derived from two Greek words: pfleuma, "spirit", and logcs, "thought, expression word". It is, then, the teaching of the Word concerning the Holy Spirit, who is the third Person of the Godhead.

The Old Testament Hebrew word for spirit is ruach.

The Authorized Version translates the original hagios pneuma as "Holy Ghost" in some passages and as "Holy Spirit" in others. Both are translated from the very same words. The English language has undergone changes since the AV translation in 1611, so that some terms and expressions which were correct then sound. archaic today. In popular language "spirit" is more meaningful than "ghost"; however, in religious language the influence of the Authorized Version continues to preserve the use of "Holy Ghost". Both designations are proper and correct, and we use them interchangeably.

In this section of theology, we are concerned with the person and character of the Holy Spirit, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the gifts and the fruit of the Spirit, and what it means to live in the Spirit.

In recent years there has been a great upsurge of interest in the baptism of the Holy Spirit, His gifts and ministries, including the speaking with tongues (glossolalia). That this is the age of the Spirit is recognized more widely than ever before by the Christian world. In the first part of this century Pentecostals were the objects of derision by most other religious bodies, but now in practically every Christian body there is a significant number of its members who testify to being filled with the Spirit and who speak with tongues as the Spirit gives the utterance.

The reader is referred to the discussion of the deity of the Holy Spirit in Chapter Ten, which should be studied in connection with this chapter. It should be clear that one Old Testament emphasis was upon the unity of God with little recognition of the Three Persons; whereas, the New Testament focus is mainly on the nature and work of the Three Persons with little specific mention of their unity. Having already discussed the nature and work of the Father and the Son, we concentrate now on the Spirit.

The Scriptural Definitions and Designations of the Holy Spirit 1. His name. He is very God, the Third Person of the Godhead. He is called the Spirit because He is pure spirit in which there is no place for anything material; He is designated as Holy because He is absolutely holy Himself and produces holiness in others; He is called the Spirit of God because He is included in the Godhead; He is also called the Spirit of Christ because He proceeds eternally from the Father and from the Son, and He makes Christ real in the hearts and lives of all believers.

2. His designations. The Holy Spirit is referred to throughout the Old Testament, even though there is little direct emphasis given to the Trinitarian expression of God. But it is when we come to the New Testament following the resurrection and ascension of Christ that His nature and work is given particular attention. He was with righteous men all the time, but after Pentecost, He took up His abode within all who would receive Him (John 14:17; cf. Acts 2:4; 1 John 2:27; 2 John 2).

Of the many titles given to Him, Walvood notes: Sixteen reveal His relationship to the other Persons of the Trinity. Eleven titles are found relating the Holy Spirit to the Father: (1) Spirit of God (Gen. 1:2; Mt. 3:16); (2) Spirit of the Lord (Lk 4:18); (3) Spirit of Our God (1 Cor. 6:11); (4) His Spirit (Num. 11:29);

(5) Spirit of Jehovah (Jud. 3:10); (6) Thy Spirit (Psa. 139:7); (7) Spirit of the Lord God (Isa. 61:1); (8) Spirit of your Father (Mt. 10:20); (9) Spirit of the living God (2 Cor. 3:3); (10) My Spirit (Gen. 6:3); (11) Spirit of Him (Rom. 8:11). Five titles are found relating the Holy Spirit to the Son: (1) Spirit of Christ (Rom. 8:9; 1 Pet. 1:11); (2) Spirit of Jesus Christ (Phil. 1:19); (3) Spirit of Jesus (Acts 16:7, Revised Version); (4) Spirit of His Son (Gal. 4:6); (5) Spirit of the Lord (Acts 5:9; 8:39). While there is some distinction in meaning in the various titles, the chief significance is to bring out the relationship of the Holy Spirit as the Third Person of the Trinity, all affirming His deity and procession.'

3. His personality. The Holy Spirit is not an "it". He is a Person. Because of His spiritual essence, some have difficulty in perceiving His personality. The visible creative works of God the Father, makes His personality more readily conceived. The incarnation of God the Son stresses His personality so much that comprehending it is inescapable. But the activity of the Holy Spirit is so thoroughly spiritual and mystical that the tendency is to think of Him as an influence, a power, a manifestation, or an agent rather than a Person.

Because He is sometimes referred to as breath, wind, and power, and symbols used in speaking of Him are oil, fire, water, wind, dove, etc. (see Gen. 2:7; Job 33:4, 14; Acts 2:24; 1:8; Zech. 4:12; Matt. 3:16; John 3:5-8; 20:22; 1 John 2:20), it is not surprising that some Bible readers tend to think of the Holy Spirit as an impersonal influence which emanates from God the Father. However, this is a distortion of His nature, having no basis in Scripture. On the contrary, His personality is explicitly confirmed in the Scriptures: (1) The same Scriptures which ascribe distinct personality to the Father and the Son, with equal clarity ascribe distinct personality to the Holy Ghost (Matt. 3:16, 17; 28:19; John 14:16, 17; 15:26). (2) The pronouns which refer to the Holy Spirit are without exception personal pronouns (John 16:13, 14; Acts 13:2). (3) The qualities of personality, self-consciousness, and freedom are unsparingly attributed to Him (1 Cor. 2:10; 12:11). (4) The relations between the Holy Spirit and man emphasize His personality: He strives with man (Gen. 6:3); He instructs, regenerates, sanctifies, and comforts (John 16:13, 14; 3:5; 14:16; 1 Pet. 1:2); men are warned not to "sin against", "to resist", "to grieve", "to quench" the Holy Spirit (Matt. 12:31, 32; Acts 7:51; 4:30; 1 Thess.

5:19).

4. His characteristics. Many of the titles of the Holy Spirit reveal the divine attributes of His Person: (1) unity, One Spirit (Eph. 4:4); (2) perfection, Seven Spirits (Rev. 1:4; 3:1); (3) identity and essence, the Lord the Spirit (2 Cor. 3:18); (4) eternity, Eternal Spirit (Heb. 9:14); (5) glory equal to the Father and the Son, Spirit of Glory (1 Pet. 4:14); (6) eternal life, Spirit of Life (Rom. 8:2); (7) holiness, Holy Spirit or Holy Ghost (Psa. 51:11; Matt. 1:20; Luke 11:13), Holy one (1 John 220); (8) author of revelation and wisdom, Spirit of Wisdom (Ex. 28:3; Eph. 1:17), Spirit of Wisdom and Understanding (Isa. 11:2), Spirit of Counsel and Might (Isa. 11:2), Spirit of Knowledge and of the Fear of the Lord (Isa. 11:2), Spirit of Truth (John 14:17); (9) transcendence, Free Spirit (Psa. 51:12); (10) grace, Spirit of Grace (Heb. 10:29), and Spirit of Grace and Supplication (Zech.12: 10) Part II ....June Issue

Anniston-Praise & Worship: We enjoyed a great time of worship with a great children’s Easter presentation!

After the Word, several in the altar with one getting saved. Others acknowledged God’s blessings. We had a record attendance of 93.

Browntown: We have been busy with Family Day, Valentine Party, Valentine Banquet and double baby showers for Rachel Gifford and Caitlyn Lee. Both are having girls!

March schedule saw: Family Day, Fish Fry for married couples, and fifth Sunday singing with a cook-off.

We enjoyed a visit from Brother and Sister Jones.

Chickasaw: Chickasaw had a wonderful fellowship in March with a crazy hat night. Everyone made hats and came to church for fun and fellowship.

After service we celebrated birthdays with pies.

Collinsville-Harvest Center: Easter we had 88 in attendance and our newly formed youth group continues to grow each week.

Cottondale Community: April brought a tremendous air of excitement to CCC. Our annual Easter celebration included an Easter Egg Hunt with other fun activities for the children. A special Easter Drama written by our youth pastor, Hunter Snider, blessed everyone.

God is filling the atmosphere of worship with His glory. We give Him praise for all that is being accomplished.

Eastlake Highlands: Greetings from Eastlake, we had a wonderful Easter service, the Children’s

Ministry presented a great program with 39 children, with 83 in service.

God’s presence was greatly felt.

God is doing great things at Eastlake.

Elba: It is so wonderful when, after you have studied, planned and prayed for the Spirit’s anointing on a service, then the Holy Spirit takes over and your heart is humbled at the mighty working of the Holy Ghost. There were several in the area that we had been praying for, for several years (some my family) with seemingly no results. Sunday morning we were just beginning the morning worship when a couple (we were expecting) came in. Shortly thereafter three more, then two more, and so on. One came with his guitar and played while others sang.

The Spirit began to move on the whole congregation! All our plans went by the wayside while we rejoiced with the Spirit in control and blessed His people. Praise the Lord! Our attendance more than doubled! It was awesome to watch our prayers being answered right in front of our eyes! We have prayed for the Spirit to lead us for years for we cannot accomplish anything without the Spirit! I thought about

the Apostle Peter when He went into Cornelius house to preach and in the middle of his message, the Spirit fell on all of them and they were filled with the Holy Spirit!

What an amazing scene! To God be the glory.

What an awesome God we serve!

Fayette-North Pointe: We set forth Shane Watkins to pursue his minister license.

Our Youth Department went to serve and minister at the Jimmy Hale Mission.

We had an awesome Kids Krusade.

The Spirit of God was in the building Easter. Several came to the altar during praise and worship. We took holy communion, Pastor Smalley brought a great Word from the Lord. We had one to be baptized! Thank you Jesus! Not sure how many were in the building, but there was a house full!

Gadsden-Living Waters: This month our Men’s Ministry held a fellowship breakfast at the Western Sizzlin in Rainbow City. There was a great group of men enjoying a meal and fellowship. We closed the month by celebrating the Wyrosdick’s 60 t h Wedding Anniversary with a reception given by their daughter Stacy.

Gordo: There was a Sunday School Breakfast March 1st, with delicious homemade biscuits by Sister Ruby Pritchett, plus bacon, sausage, eggs, fruit, coffee and juice. Easter Sunday was a great day at the Gordo church! We were blessed with God’s presence as we celebrated the Resurrection! We were honored

with 4 visitors and 13 children. Our children ministered in song as part as our worship! Jesus is alive and well! God is blessing Gordo!

Greenpond: His name is to be praised. It’s been a great month.

Eddie Burchfield was the speaker for the men’s breakfast. The men were truly blessed with spiritual and physical food. Communion was observed and this is a wonderful time of worship as we do this in remembrance of Christ and what He has done for us in His life, death and resurrection.

Family day was enjoyed and the singing was great with our local talent. The presence of the Lord was definitely in our midst. Lunch followed in the gym.

Haleyville-Pathway: Praise the Lord for two powerful services as we celebrated our risen Savior. The Easter programs were presented by our children and adult drama teams.

There was 1 saved. We had thirty two children ages 12 and younger and a total of 115 in attendance.

Several visitors said they would be back! Praise the Lord!

Harris Chapel: We welcomed our new pastoral family. We are truly blessed to have Brother James and Sister Judy Wallace join our family.

We thank God for 102 on Easter.

Hartselle: We had a wonderful time in the presence of God at our revival with Brother Francis Proctor.

Looking forward to more great things to come.

Hazel Green: We had 5 saved, 6 baptized in March. To God be the Glory.

Huntsville-Mastin Lake: The pastor reported over 140 in attendance on Easter Sunday and 11 salvation experiences.

Twenty seven children were in attendance.

Jasper-Airport Road: The Lord is

truly blessing. We’ve had more visitors and the Spirit has been present in our services. We were happy to welcome the transfers of Joel and Sue King into our fellowship.

We welcome the Clarks, Bill and Denise, as our new worship team. God is blessing. We enjoyed a 1 day revival with Brother Caleb Gibson.

Leesburg: Fifteen ladies from church joined with approximately 300 other ladies in attendance at the annual Cherokee County Women’s Conference at First Methodist Church in Centre. Thirty three youth from our Youth Ministries joined with several thousand youth at Winter Jam 2015. Our Senior Adults went on an outing to Rome, Georgia.

Moulton: Thank the Lord for one receiving the Holy Ghost!

Munford-Silver Run: We thank God for a new convert getting saved.

Odenville: We started the day by joining the community in the annual Sunday Rise Service. It was a beautiful view as the sun begin to rise above the horizon. We listened to the minister speak and all were thankful for the goodness of God. The morning service was filled with God’s presence in Sunday School and in worship as our youth and adults put on a modern day Easter program. Service was followed by an egg hunt for the children and the morning attendance was an even 100.

That evening all were encouraged to spend time with their families.

Pinson: A great service at Pinson church. The Spirit was felt all through the day. Souls in the altar seeking God.....WOW! God is blessing greatly. One family is wanting to make this their church.

Please keep praying for the Pinson church, greater days are ahead.

Easter we had a great Spirit throughout the service. We served communion and a wonderful Spirit was felt, we look forward to the time we can share communion with our Risen Lord. We had 50 in attendance.

Short Creek: Praise the Lord for Spring! We began the month with celebration of our Pastor’s birthday.

We thank God for a wonderful man of God to be our shepherd that cares for his flock. We have been busy with our yearly Easter Egg Fundraiser. The youth have been selling them to help raise their Camp Boothe fees and they have raised a little over $400.00 so far. We also have been boosting our March World Mission offering. We ended up with $564.05. Thank the Lord for all His wonderful blessings.

Tarrant: This month started with the Men’s Ministry having a fellowship luncheon. The Outreach Team enjoyed a delicious brunch prepared by one of the residence at the Manor. The Ladies had a night out as they enjoyed a dinner show featuring “David Lee”. Also, our ladies enjoyed one of their Bible studies and lunch at the home of Frances Mabrey. The 4th Sunday, we enjoyed a great singing and dinner featuring our very own talent.

To end, the kids had a special visitor “The Easter Bunny” who brought all of them an Easter Basket.

Trinity: An awesome presence of God was felt in our services during our special Easter Sunday! Our worship team did an outstanding job and the Spirit of the Lord was so strong during preaching that one man left crying and saying what a blessing he received. We are

thanking God for over 86 in attendance.

Twillytown: Our Easter drama (Journey to the Cross) proved to be such a blessing to our church and surrounding community.

The presence of the Lord was felt in a wonderful and peaceful way. On Saturday evening we had over 90 visitors from our community and surrounding area. This did not include any of our congregation.

People were weeping as they returned to their cars saying they had never experience anything like that.

Sunday service attendance was 76 which was mostly our congregation.

Thank the Lord for touching lives.

Winfield City Family: We thank God for all His marvelous works!

We are happy to have new members Pat Manasco, Ronnie Beasley and Teresa Tucker. The second Sunday we are receiving 4 more. The Lord is awesome! Keep praying for us as we work on the new building. We are trying to complete it by the summer. We thank God for all the volunteers that have donated their time and talents. Many souls are going to be saved for years to come in Winfield, Alabama. Pour out your Spirit oh Lord! We need your presence! Easter Service we had over 90 in attendance. The Holy Ghost seems to grow stronger with each service.

Birmingham District Revival Birmingham revival was GREAT. The Holy Ghost was in charge each night with anointed preaching. The attendance was well above 70 each night. The theme was “Church We Are Called, Called to Reach, Connect, Grow and Serve.” Coming together in services has brought the churches together as a family. We may be 4 churches, but we are

united as ONE. Praise the Lord. ÈÈÈÈ

Evaluate the input. Take the time to examine the criticism you were given. Do you agree with what was said? If not, can you at least understand why the other person would see it the way they do? How can you portray your acceptance of the information and truly own it? W hat lesson can you learn overall?

It is vital that we take every opportunity for personal growth. The appropriate handling of criticism allows us to grow and also provides an example to others.

Seek every day for the abundant life that only comes from God.

Tips For Abundant Life Carolyn Guyton Criticism. This is a word that tends to take on a negative connotation for most of us.

However, I would like to propose that we have the choice to bring about a positive response instead. It is inevitable that we will all encounter criticism from time to time. I would like to share some tips for using criticism for your benefit, based upon a podcast I heard recently.

React with maturity. Rather than taking it personally and becoming defensive, if we choose to take a step back and think it through before reacting, we can make this a positive situation. Listen to what the person is sharing and confirm that you understand what is being said. This is often all the person wants – to know they are being heard.

Assess the source. Recognize who is sharing this information with you. Is it someone you don’t know personally, possibly a member of a larger group who seems to always find the negative in a situation?

Is it a well-meaning and respected person who just happens to disagree with you on this matter? Or, is it a close friend? Be sure to identify which type person is offering this feedback and respond appropriately. The first may not even warrant a direct response. You could truly benefit, however, from listening carefully to the second. W e can always learn by viewing a situation from a perspective different from our own. The third example, our close friend, should be thanked for their input and encouraged to be open in the future, as well.

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July 16-19 Guest Speaker: General Overseer Sam Clements and Linda Clements We are exited to announce that the 2015 Alabama State Convention theme is “EMPOWERED.” In these present times we must be EMPOWERED by the Holy Spirit. We can only be EMPOWERED if we are connected to Jesus Christ, as He said “I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit” (John 15:5a KJV) During this State Convention, it is our passion to connect with Christ and be EMPOWERED for service so that we bear much fruit.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Prayer Line with Dr. Wessly Saturdays 9:00 - 10:00 AM Dial 712-432-1690 Access Code: 650786# Haleyville-Pathway: April 26th, 10:45, special speaker, Brother Ezra will be talking about helping the Jews back to Israel.

STATE WEB SITES Alabama Update Blog: WWW.alabamaupd ate.blogspot.com Alabama Web Site: alcogop.org Youth-Tim Beck Web: www.experiencehydrate.com www.hydrateministries.com

AVAILABLE FOR REVIVALS Rodney Bridges, 707 4th Street SE, Ft. Payne, AL, 35967; 205317-5642.

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.

Christine & Curtis Englebert, 111 Woodland Road, Dora, AL 35062 Telephone (205) 648-2871 or cell # 205-275-1199. cenglebert2871@charter.net. Fill in for pastors also.

Brenda Kay Pate, P O Box 156 Woodstock, AL 35188; 205-3881087 or 388-3129. Fill in for pastors also.

SPEAKING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS: James Adkins, P O Box 921, Collinsville, AL 35961-0920, Telephone (256) 524-3130.

Anita Falkner Parker, 3615 Moody Pkwy, Moody, AL 35004.

Telephone (205) 640-6207.

Brenda Kay Pate, P O Box 156; Woodstock, AL, 35188; 205-3881087 or 388-3129.

Dennis Inman Liz Knowles Leland Lowery Frances Martin Dewayne Smith Sylvester Smith Terry Taylor Neva Wright

MUSICAL MINISTRY Breaking Chains, Elliot:251-4548946,breakingchainsworship@yahoo. com.

WEDDINGS Winfield City Family: Paul Godsey and Kim Hoffman were married March 7, 2015.

BIRTHS Gordo: Waylon was born September 19, 2014 to his parents Jonathan and Kim Smith and his big brother Wyatt.

Hackleburg: Lyric Madeline was born April 4th, to Chantry and Halie Hagood.

Haleyville-Pathway: Christopher Blaine was born March 31st to Nikki and Lucas Turner.

DEATHS Goodwater-Joyful Praise: William James Tyler went to his eternal home March 18th.

Hackleburg: Freeman Lolley passed from this life March 30.

ANNIVERSARIES Tim and Ann Douglas

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Future Events Hydrate Campus Tour August 18 Calera High School Main Event (6:30 pm) May May 31June 6 Collegiate 7-13 Senior 14-20 Discovery 21-24 PeeWee 25-29 Outreach July 16-19 State Convention Embassy Suites Hotel & Convention Center Hoover, Alabama September 25-26 Women’s Conference October 23-24 Men’s Conference

MAY PASTORS/WIVES BIRTHDAYS Steve Barber Gwen Caples

November 5-8 Gordon Conwell School Camp Boothe 11-14 Fall Term SOPAS Camp Boothe ÈÈÈÈÈÈÈ

Camp Boothe 2015 PROGRAMS

DATES

Gordon-Conwell

Camping Ministry Training

Calendar of Events TUITIO

AGES

DIRECTORS

3/26 - 3/29

/A

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Bishop & Sister Jones (205) 425-1905

5/2

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16 & up

Tim & Bethany Beck (205) 994-1897

Collegiate

5/31 - 6/7

$165.00

15-19

ic & Haley Jackson (256) 460-2121

Senior

6/7 - 6/13

$165.00

12-14

Dustin Atkins (864) 907-9320

Discovery

6/14 - 6/20

$165.00

9-11

Denise Junkin (205) 394-2265

PeeWee

6/21 - 6/24

$80.00

6-8

Sandy & Curt Knowles (910) 308-1746

Outreach

6/25 - 6/29

$110.00

8-12

Trey & Casey ini (662) 321-7477

Women’s Conference

9/25 - 9/26

$45.00

16 & up

Liz Knowles (205) 412-7462

Men’s Conference

10/23 - 10/24

$45.00

16 & up

eal Wright (256) 443-3739

Gordon-Conwell

11/5 - 11/8

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Bishop & Sister Jones (205)425-1905

Winter Conference

12/30 - 1/2

$70.00

14-19 & Leaders

Tim & Bethany Beck (205) 994-1897

***For Summer Camps: All applications must be postmarked by May 15th. Applications postmarked after this date will be charged a late fee of $25.00. Please know that credit card companies charge a small fee when using. This is simply a normal processing fee.

To avoid this fee, the application and tuition must be paid in full and received as stated above. 100% of tuition is transferable within the same year, but non-refundable after day of registration. All Summer Camp registration will begin at 2:00 p.m. Gates will not open until appointed time. Due to insurance regulations, registration ends 24 hours after beginning of registration. We are grateful to everyone who volunteers his/her time. For Summer Camps only, ALL SNACKS are included in the tuition cost. Everyone will receive the same amount of snacks. Please do not bring extra snacks. Drink and vending machines will be available for extra snacks. Pick up time on the last day of camps in 8:00 a.m.

Applications are available online at: www.campboothe.org Make all checks payable to: Camp Boothe Mail all applications to: Camp Boothe P.O. Box 240 Greenpond, AL 35074 Phone: (205) 938-2444 Fax: (205)938-9197

March Statistics

2015

CHURCH

SM

TITHES

CHURCH

SM

Alexander City Aliceville Alton Altoona Anniston Praise Worship Bayou La Batre Bessemer Hopewell Rd 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 Fayette-North Pointe Fort Payne Gadsden Living Waters Goodwater Joyful Praise Gordo Grant-Sanctuary Greenpond Grove Hill Hackleburg Haleyville Pathway Hamilton New Heights Happy Hill Harris Chapel Hartselle Hazel Green

24 10 54 18

3483.00 3350.54 5069.00 1409.74

52 13

7564.64 360.00

Huntsville Mastin Lake Bell Road Jasper Leesburg Lincoln Mentone Montgomery Moulton Munford Silver Run Odenville Parrish Pelham Pinson Parkway Poarch Red Bay Robertsdale Rock Cliff Sheffield Cliff Haven Short Creek Sterrett Summerbrook Tannehill Mission Tarrant City Trinity Worship Twilleytown West Blocton Winfield Family World Outreach

--14 24 104 19 17 11 25 20 59 13 30 33 9 23 18 No Report 120 38 105 44 No Report 42 62 50 No Report 47 No Report

110 50 --No Report --41

30718.80 15838.19 1307.00 1246.27 4462.80

67 131 18 17 26

--9484.28 2294.60 2832.00 4387.90

54 68 108 3 37 10 --44 ----20 88 8

--7428.40 5400.00 871.00 3245.30 1614.69 2412.61 3410.05 877.00

44

6114.62

--45 No Report 75 --175 66 No Report 74 36 20 54

4741.75 5807.00 907.69

1953.10 12082.28 9893.09 34384.45 6552.25 12014.45 8327.85 2395.00 3692.40

TITHES 10409.45 2226.00 5048.90 10465.80 1183.50 2320.00 1212.00 3725.70 1560.00 3592.19 950.00 3773.70 2362.79 689.71 3800.00 1833.08 21854.30 3468.00 8943.91 4582.83 3181.29 8518.00 5674.00 4827.78

THE ABOVE STATISTICS WERE TAKEN FROM TREASURERS’ REPORTS RECEIVED IN STATE OFFICE AS OF APRIL 2014

Reports from Previous Months January Brown’s Chapel Hazel Green Jasper February Brown’s Chapel Hazel Green Huntsville Bell Rd Jasper

--51 20

1151.54 3184.40 3261.00

23 47 14 21

1240.86 2975.90 2106.00 4131.00

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Our Sympathy to our Ministers Families

Harless L. Buckner April 12, 2015

Donald Everrett Croyle April 18, 2015 E. L. (Bettie) Croyle’s brother

Charles Edward Denard April 9, 2015

Deacon Marvin “Buddy” Hendon April 17, 2015

Joe Love April 9, 2015 Arlene (Raymon) Sutton’s brother

Pauline Parr March 20, 2015 Deceased Minister A. E. Parr’s wife

Paul Wright April 13, 2015 Neal (Neva) Wright’s brother

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