PenTab of West Palm Beach 18th Anniversary Booklet

PASTORAL GREETINGS 18th Anniversary Celebration

“THIS IS OUR LIFE” It is with great joy that we celebrate the 18th Anniversary of Pentecostal Tabernacle West Palm Beach. Sister Aarons and I, along with the church family are pleased that you could join us. The glory goes to the Lord Jesus first, then to the God-inspired leadership of Pastor Robert Stewart and Pentecostal Tabernacle International.

We are also appreciative of the contributions made by those who pioneered this ministry and those who took it through different stages to what it is today. “If we are standing tall, it is because we have stood on their shoulders.”

We endeavor to press on with the work of the Kingdom of God in a world that needs the Church as its moral and spiritual compass. We rest in the assurance that the church of Jesus Christ will not go under but go over. According to God’s words, “The gates of hell shall not prevail against the Church” (Matthew 16:18).

It is our prayer that the Lord will direct and prosper you in the different areas of the vineyard. We are laborers together with Christ Jesus. One plants, another waters, but the increase comes from God. To God Be the Glory!

Pastor & Sister Howard Aarons

PASTORAL GREETINGS 18th Anniversary Celebration

Greetings in the excellent Name of Jesus, who is the author and finisher of our faith.

It is hard to believe that eighteen years have passed since I got a call from Pastor Golding to take over the work which he started in West Palm Beach. The challenges have been many, but today, we are surrounded by the compelling evidences of the faithfulness of the LORD Jesus to a people who had a mind to be consistent partners with our Great King! “To God be the glory great things He hath done.”

I must acknowledge, and express our appreciation to Pastor Jones and his family, who gave solid leadership to this assembly for a number of years, along with some foundation members who are still with us and helped to lay the foundation for the acquisition of the property and to strengthen of the ministry.

It is indeed a joy for me to celebrate the committed service of Pastor Aarons and his family to this ministry especially in this end time season when the challenges to Apostolic endeavours are faced with increasing opposition. Pentecostal Tabernacle of West Palm Beach has been privileged to have a team of dedicated and committed workers whose sacrificial lifestyle has made the difference over the years. I will refrain from listing individual names, but the entire PenTab family salutes you for your dedicated service to Kingdom Building. Let us not be weary in Well Doing!

Finally, let me offer two challenges to you: 1. Stay committed to living and the spreading of the Gospel by speech and lifestyle.

2. Accept and vigorously pursue the God given mandate of becoming a building ‘fitly framed together.’ In this difficult season the Holy Spirit gives us that divine ability to remain compacted together.

Along with my family and our network of churches, we appreciate your Kingdom achievements and enthusiastically join you in shouting: “All Hail King Jesus, All Hail Emmanuel.”

Pastor S. Robert & Sis. Jennifer Stewart

WEST PALM BEACH CHURCH HISTORY 18th Anniversary Celebration

In 1998, the historical inception of Pentecostal Tabernacle of West Palm Beach began. Since its inception, the church has reaped optimal benefits in the lives of many through Christ Jesus our Savior and Lord. The foundation of the church began when two visionaries, Pastor Franklyn Golding and Sister Delores Golding, decided to form an Apostolic Ministry in Palm Beach County. In their obedience to God, they allowed the Holy Ghost to prevail over their lives as they organized their first service in the Days Inn Hotel. With only 11 members in attendance, this became the start of a legacy in the making. “To God be the glory for the great things He has done.”

In April 1998, Sister Cherianna Garrick introduced Pastor Golding and Sister Golding to Pastor S. Robert Stewart and Sister Jennifer Stewart our founders and orchestrators of Pentecostal Tabernacle International located in North Miami. After meeting and becoming acquainted with these two God filled individuals, Pastor and Sister Golding made the righteous decision under the direction of God to become affiliated with Pentecostal Tabernacle International family. This transformational experience afforded the church body an opportunity to maximize its potential for growth and development under God’s anointing.

Under the leadership and direction of Pastor Stewart, the church body gained stability and continued growth. Essentially, the ministry began to excel and the body of Christ out grew the four walls of the Days Inn Hotel. The members of Pentecostal Tabernacle of West Palm Beach then relocated to 3939 Congress Avenue in the City of Lake Worth, Florida where services were held in a rented store front building. As the church thrived,

WEST PALM BEACH CHURCH HISTORY 18th Anniversary Celebration

the membership multiplied once again. In the process of expansion, individuals were being filled with the Holy Ghost and many souls were baptized in Jesus name.

After overseeing the ministry in West Palm Beach for three years, Pastor Golding and Sister Golding fulfilled their quest there and ventured out to take their vision to another level. In doing so they passed their legacy on to Pastor Stewart in great expectation that he would stay the course of ministering to the congregation and winning souls in Palm Beach County.

In February of 2001, Pastor Stewart ordained Elder Mark E. Jones to take on the leadership role of pastoring the members in West Palm Beach. Pastor Jones relocated his family from Miami Dade to Palm Beach County as he was commissioned to lead the congregation. Pastor Jones was a faithful and committed servant to the congregation.

In displaying his leadership competencies, Pastor Jones was an outstanding speaker, counselor, singer and bible school teacher. As he sang, he truly touched the hearts and souls of the congregation. He and his family committed themselves to community outreach and evangelism in Palm Beach County. As a result of his yearning for lost souls, the sanctuary became overcrowded as people started attending worship on a regular basis.

In 2002, less than a year after his tenure, the church moved to the Okeeheelee Middle School to accommodate the expansion of the number of individuals that gathered to worship. Soon after moving to the school, Pastor Jones was challenged with searching

WEST PALM BEACH CHURCH HISTORY 18th Anniversary Celebration

for a building that the members could call their own. The process of obtaining a new church home was not an easy task, but Pastor Jones never gave up on the mission.

Under the leadership and guidance of Pastor and Sister Jones, various ministries were implemented. Each ministry was structured and given guidelines for operations. The dedication, faithfulness, commitment and sacrifices of Pastor Jones and his family were much needed and appreciated. Pastor Jones continued to make changes towards advancements in the church until his departure in April of 2007.

In April 2007, Pastor Stewart appointed Pastor Howard Aarons and Sister Violet Aarons, to be the servant leaders of this great assembly. Once again souls were continually being added to the church, as we emphasized our motto “Focus on Jesus.” Pastor Aarons began his relationship with the Lord at the age of 17, and has been walking with the Lord since.

Pastor Aarons faithfully preached the unadulterated Word of Jesus Christ and is known for being from the “old school.” He is a soldier in God’s army standing for nothing but “HOLINESS.” As months progressed, the membership continues to grow under his leadership. It was then, that the church executive body came together and executed the plan which continued the journey in finding a building for the saints of West Palm Beach.

Just as the faithful members were growing weary of putting out tables and chairs for services, God performed a miracle and provided the means for the church to obtain

WEST PALM BEACH CHURCH HISTORY 18th Anniversary Celebration

a building dedicated for worship. After an intense and exhausting journey the board members were able to close the deal on the building located at 6024 Lake Worth Road, Greenacres, Florida in December of 2007. “How great is our God, who made this all possible.” The final transition into the church building took place on November 7, 2009 and on March 6, 2010 we had our dedication service. Today, we give God all the Glory for His faithfulness and for affording us the privilege to have a place to call “HOME”.

By God’s grace and mercy, Pastor Aarons, Sister Aarons and Matthew Aarons have diligently taken the body of Christ to another level through much prayer and fasting.

Though the road has been rough and the going gets tough they have stood with the church family because of their desire to see the salvation of the Lord dwell within His people. As Pastor puts it, “This is Our Life” nothing else matters. Together they have ministered to the congregation in dedication, supervision, giving, song, praise, worship, music, instruction, teaching, preaching, counseling, leadership, administration, communications, and interpersonal relations. It is their quest to proclaim the whole Gospel of Jesus Christ, to minister to the needs of the community, and to demonstrate the all-encompassing love of God.

ORDER OF SERVICE FRIDAY APRIL 8, 2016 AT 7:30 P.M. 18th Anniversary Celebration

PRAISE & WORSHIP OPENING PRAYER SCRIPTURE READING CONGREGATIONAL HYMN “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” WELCOME & SPECIAL RECOGNITION HISTORY OVERVIEW MUSICAL SELECTION ACT OF THANKSGIVING OFFERING MUSICAL SELECTION SPEAKER

ORDER OF SERVICE SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2016 18th Anniversary Celebration

8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST EVENING WORSHIP 6:30 P.M. FOCUS: THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION PRAISE AND WORSHIP OPENING PRAYER SCRIPTURE READING MUSICAL SELECTION WELCOME AND GREETINGS VIDEO PRESENTATION - HISTORY OVERVIEW OFFERING MUSICAL SELECTION KEYNOTE SPEAKER

ORDER OF SERVICE SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2016 18th Anniversary Celebration

SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 11:15 A.M. SUNDAY NIGHT WORSHIP 7:00 P.M.

We want to thank you for attending our 18th Anniversary celebration.

THANKSGIVING HYMN GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS 18th Anniversary Celebration

Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father; There is no shadow of turning with Thee; Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not; As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be.

Refrain Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning new mercies I see.

All I have needed Thy hand hath provided; Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!

Summer and winter and springtime and harvest, Sun, moon and stars in their courses above Join with all nature in manifold witness To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.

Refrain Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide; Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow, Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside!

Refrain Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness.

Let the whole world know what he has done.

1 Chronicles 16:8

PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE OF WEST PALM BEACH WORSHIP OPPORTUNITY SUNDAY Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship 07:00 p.m.

MONDAY Prayer Meeting

07:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study

07:30 p.m.

FRIDAY Youth Service

07:30 p.m.

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