40the Anniversary Program Journal of Agape Church of God, Inc.

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Senior Pastor Letter “Let’s Rekindle the Power” To our members and all friends, we give God the glory. We as a church congregation have completed 40 years of ministry. The number 40 is so prominent in the Bible from the days of Noah and 40 days of rain to Christ’s ultimate victory over temptation, which took 40 days of prayer and fasting. This is a time of prayer and praise, and power to and from almighty God. We have had 40 years of experience from the time of the pioneers to the most recent person who has become a member of God’s Supreme Love- “Agape.” Words are inadequate to express my gratitude to God, to all leaders, every member, and friends of this wonderful congregation. I will say it is the Spirit of God that has blessed our existence.

It would not be interesting if everyone had to say yes if there was no opposition or temptation, if there was no falling out, relocation, spiritual confrontations, and victories. If there were no battle, we would not know how to fight, but thanks be to God He has taught us how to endure and overcome conflicts, and how to handle ourselves in the victory. As we rekindle the power, we have to be sober and vigilant because the enemy is still fierce and aggressive. We dare not ignore the power that accompany unity. We must encourage one another, bear one another’s burdens, forgive one another, comfort one another, correct one another and to remember our name and live accordingly to the name we have. We must not forget who we are and how God has blessed us and all of God’s promises to anyone who has faith in Him. I personally want to remind everyone that the word “Can’t” is not in God’s vocabulary. We should repeat daily, it is personal; I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. The Power is Active. Our calling is from the highest authority, who has commissioned us to represent Him in all the world. We dare give up. To God be the Glory.

Senior Pastor Reverend Garven A Graham

Anniversary Committee Chariperson Letter Let me first give honor and exaltation to God, for enabling us to reach this milestone. Forty years as a congregation is no easy feat, but with God’s grace, mercies and continued blessings we have made it. As we celebrate this momentous occasion, we realize too we have come this far by Faith.

On behalf of the Anniversary Committee, I want to congratulate Pastor Garven Graham, who has been there from the inception; for his insight, wisdom, and leadership. Where there is no vision, the people perished. To our Associate Pastor, Reverend Lascelles Edwards for coming on board and fitting in graciously as he has. Together you are able to work in harmony for the building up of the Kingdom, and the edifying of the saints.

Working and spearheading the committee has been both exciting and challenging, and now we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Let me take this time to introduce the hard-working, dedicated members of the committee: Sister Lavern Taylor-Meeks, Sister Barbara Lindo, Sis Dianne Comrie, Sister Ruby Ricketts, Brother Matthew Ogle, and Brother Allan Priestley. Each person had their specific role, and they mastered it.

Thank you all for a job well done.

Again, on behalf of the committee, I congratulate Pastor Graham and the Agape Church of God congregation for forty years of dedicated service to the community.

Let me first give honor, thanks and praise to God for enabling the congregation to reach this milestone—40 years. The journey has been mixed with tears and laughter, pain and suffering, but Sincerely, asD.A. we CELEBRATE this momentous occasion, we realize too "we have come this far by Faith."

Topey

Yours in His Service

The Anniversary wishes to congratulate Reverend Garven A. Graham, Senior Pastor who Sister Debues A. Committee Topey has been with the congregation from the inception. We thank him for his sacrificial service, insight, Committee Chairperson wisdom and leadership. We also appreciate and thank Reverend Lascelles Edwards, our Associate Pastor for having joined the team and having worked so harmoniously to the glory of God and the edifying of the saints.

The work of the committee has been both exciting and challenging. Thanks to all the members of the committee: Sisters Lavern Taylor-Meeks, Barbara Lindo, Dianne Comrie, Ruby Ricketts, Brothers Matthew Ogle and Allan Priestley.

Thanks to everyone who has so generously participated and supported the production of this journal. May it be a blessing to many.

Yours In His Service, Sis. Denise A Topey Committee Chairperson

Sis. Denise Topey

MISSION STATEMENT AND A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE AGAPÉ CHURCH OF GOD

Mission Statement

To bring people to God through Jesus Christ for worship, evangelism, discipleship,

fellowship, and ministry for the advancement of the kingdom of God so as to magnify the name of the Lord.

Officers & Leadership of Agape Church of God Reverend Garven A. Graham, Senior Pastor Reverend Lascelles Edwards, Associate Pastor

Trustee Board..................................Brother Allan Priestley Deacon Board....................................... Deacon Aubrey Ogle Sunday School................................ Deaconess Evelyn Dyce Music Ministry.......................................Sister Ruby Ricketts Men’s Ministry..............................Brother Carlton Thomas

Women’s Ministry.................Sister Lavern Taylor-Meeks Usher Board............................................Sister Denise Topey Youth Ministry......................................Sister Barbara Lindo Board of Evangelism..........Reverend Lascelles Edwards Board of Christian Education.... Deaconess Melita Muir

Introduction To God be the glory. It has been 40 years of continual Ministry here at Agapé Church of God. It all started in 1977 when a group of members from the Prophetic COG of 130 West 129th Street decided to hold prayer meetings at the home of Deaconess Muriel Gray. After months of meetings for prayer and seeking the guidance from the Holy Spirit, we decided to establish a congregation in Queens considering most of the members in that prayer group resided in Queens.

How We Progressed Our first service on a Sunday morning was held in Cunningham Park in Queens. After that, we convened services in a basement in Springfield Gardens. Homeowners in that community complained that a church would devalue their properties, so we relocated to the home of Sister Ruby Ricketts in Cambria Heights. We needed additional space, so we moved to a larger place, the home of Sister Mary Harris in Queens Village. During this period, we negotiated loyalty of the congregation. The first step was to get a name. Our pastor then was Reverend Louis Shockness. In searching for a name, we sought the advice of friends and Sister Carol Smith— blessed memory, suggested the name Agapé.

We were able to get the New York State government to accept that name. Praise be to God! We didn’t fully realize at that time the impact of the name. We were incorporated and then obtained tax exemption from the IRS, in 1978.

Purchase of a Building In 1980 being incorporated we pursued to purchase our own property at 198-14 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY for $3,600. Members were not afraid to make a spiritual and financial commitment because uppermost in our minds we were advancing the kingdom of God. It was at this time Reverend Shockness resigned as pastor. Although it shook us, somehow, we knew that the Spirit of God was with us and therefore, Deacon Garven A. Graham, with leaders of the congregation operated for three years without a pastor. We were able to get recognition from the Eastern New York General Assembly of the Church of God and eventually was registered by the home office in Anderson, IN. In 1983, the congregation appointed Reverend Andrew Jennett as Pastor. He served us for more than five years then resigned. It was after his resignation that Minister Graven A. Graham was appointed Pastor in October 1988.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE AGAPÉ CHURCH OF GOD

The need for a larger building persisted as time went on, so we decided to purchase a larger building. Although there were many difficulties, the Spirit of God challenged us that if God is with us, we cannot fail. We negotiated the purchase of the building; we now occupy, for $525,000 in May 1991. Under the auspices of the congregation, we were able to establish the Agapé Community Service Inc., a tax-exempt organization. The intention was to have an organization qualified to obtain government funding for community development.

Leadership We believe in the development of strong leadership, as we have been appointed to serve a Powerful God. We believe that loyal, devoted and, truthful leadership will advance the kingdom of God. We believe in God; we believe in Jesus; we believe in the Holy Spirit; we believe in the Holy Scripture; we believe in the Church; and we believe in God’s ultimate victory over evil. We have nurtured and developed these beliefs, so that they become our lives. We have organized various auxiliaries to accept and execute these ministries, to the honor and glory of God. Conclusion We mean to go right on until the victory is won. For this reason, we are committed to Holiness and Honesty in all our endeavors and to maintain Integrity. With the assistance of our Associate Pastor Reverend Lascelles Edwards, our leadership has become more equipped to accomplish God’s requirements through the training of our leaders and all our members.

I want to thank all the Pastors in other congregation who have helped us; the families and community leaders, who have been faithful. I want to thank and acknowledge every member of the Agapé congregation, who has faithfully served this congregation and to remind everyone that whatever they were able to do, they do it unto the Lord.

If God be for us, who can be against us? Praise Ye the Lord!

Dorcas Matthews Philip Matthews Helen Samper Dorothy Dickens Joycelyn Delrio Toomer Sylvia Sicard Iris Whitmore Onaye D.H. Love Janice (Penny) McFarlane Linton Leopold Blake Bellrose Mondesir Rhoda Sanchez

In Loving Memory Laurel (Precious) James Thelma Markland Dorothy I. Graham Agatha Clark Willie May Samuel Wade Buckley, Jr. Gary A. Graham Ena S. Topey Sam Salmon Marion Mason Stedman Emanuel Henry Aaron Samuel, Jr.

Helen A. Modestes Joicelyn Icilda Thomas Hurnestine Gales Douglas Phyllis Blake Gladstone Thomas, Jr. Francella Medora Watson Gloria Jack Rosa Thomas Francine Stephenson Calvin George Cunningham Louise Fletcher-Francis Bro. Edwards

Agape Church of God, Inc. Board of Trustees

Psalms 126:3 “The Lord hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.”

We are truly blessed to be celebrating 40 years of this Faithful Christian walk and fruitful ministry.

This occasion is an indisputable proof that God is with us and His Spirit is dwelling in our midst.

No doubt we have come upon many hurdles and roadblocks in the maintenance and upkeep of our building and other pertinent obligations, but by the grace of our Lord and Savior, the will of our Pastors, members, families, and friends we were able to climb these hurdles without stumbling.

We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord.

If we continue to press on in the work of the Lord and seek His guidance, He will surely reward us because “He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him” Hebrews 11:6 It is truly with great delight that we the members of the Trustee Board salute Pastor Graham and the entire Agape Church of God families and friends on our 40 years of service to God and the community.

“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed because His compassions fail not.

They are new every morning; great is Thy faithfulness” Lamentations 3:22, 23.

Yours in the Lord’s Service Board of Trustees

Usher’s Ministry

DEACON BOARD 1 Corinthians 15:58, Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.

The Deacon Board wants to praise and thank God for his favor, in keeping, sustaining, procuring and encouraging us through these 40 years and we will continue to employ His mercy for the proceeding years.

Deacon Aubrey Ogle, Deacon Board President

MUSIC DEPARTMENT “O Sing unto the Lord, a new song. Sing to the Lord, all ye earth, sing to the Lord, bless His name.”

The music department, realizing that “God inhabits the praise” of His children, has endeavored to promote praise to our God through the medium of hymns, anthems, spiritual songs, gospel, contemporary music, and Negro spirituals. Each Sunday our worship service is enriched by the Praise and Worship team, led by Brother Matthew Ogle, in a period of choruses of praise in which the congregation gets involved with much enthusiasm and vigor.

We give thanks for the many children and young people, who have been involved in our children and youth choirs over the years. Special thanks to Sister Dona Simons for working so wonderfully with the children as they perform from year to year, and to Sister Barbara Lindo and Brother Matthew Ogle for working with the youth and young people. We trust that as they move into their various fields of endeavor, they will not forget the training and experiences received, but that these will help to mold their lives and draw them closer to God. Thanks to our faithful, young Bro. Maleek Simmons, who helps to keep the rhythm at the drums every Sunday. Thanks to our faithful Sanctuary Choir as they continue to minister in our worship services and on special occasions.

The music ministry is of paramount importance in the life of the church and the inspiration of God’s people; we, therefore, will continue to work for the Lord in this field and pray that as we “sing joyfully to God, our strength,” souls will be won and encouraged through this ministry.

Ruby R. Ricketts

BOARD OF EVANGELISM Congratulations to the Agape Church of God In achieving 480 Months in the Ministry!

Such an achievement must come with a very special story.

Integrity, Endurance, and Labour was the Order of your Effort as you press through the changing society around you.

James 5:11 says, “Behold, we count them happy which endure.”

Evangelism is the ability to give time, talent and treasure. Planting seeds in good ground and caring for its growth and maturity.

The time you remain in this Production is proof you did well.

Keep the ship asail and the Lighthouse beaming; you are battling rough seas. God bless you and keep you sailing.

Lascelles Edwards, Associative Pastor, and Chairperson

Congratulations

Agape Church of God on your 40th Anniversary from the Agape Women’s Department.

Eastern New York General & Ministerial Assembly of the Church of God Rev. Dr. Harold E. Banarsee, President First Lady Shelia, Officers, Pastors and Ministers of the ENYGA & Family

EASTERN NEW YORK GENERAL & MINISTERIAL ASSEMBLY OF THECongratulations!

CHURCH OF GOD To Rev. Garven Graham The Leaders, Members and the entire AGAPE Church of God Family We joyfully celebrate with you 40 Fruitful years of Ministry in the Vineyard To God Be The Glory!

“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that you labour is not in vain in the Lord.� (1 Cor. 15:58).

ENYGA Executive Officers Reverend Dr. Harold Banarsee, President Reverend Dr. Don Bethany, First Vice President Reverend Kevin R. Osbourne, Second Vice President Minister Laverne McKenzie-Mitchell, General Secretary Reverend Norma Gean Davenport, Corresponding Secretary Brother Loucius Morris, Treasurer Minister Tatum M. Osbourne, Financial Secretary Reverend Virginia Robinson, Credential Chair Reverend Dr. Jefferson Bannister, Parliamentarian

Congratulations AND GOD’S RICHEST BLESSINGS CONGRATULATIONS

AGAPE CHURCH OF GOD INC. On Your 40th Church Anniversary ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The Cathedral of Joy Christian Center, Inc. Reverend Norma K. Canty, Senior Pastor

Congratulations AND GOD’S RICHEST BLESSINGS

to Agape Church of God On the occasion of your forty years of continual Ministry to Springfield Gardens Community and regions beyond. As you re�lect, celebrate, and think of the goodness of Almighty God, may this propel you to the future. Be steadfast always abounding in the work of the Lord.

UNITED COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD 137-24 229th Street Laurelton, New York 11413 Rev. Dr. Charles C. Collymore, Senior Pastor And Members of The United Community Church of God

Congratulations

to Agape Church of God & Pastor Garven Graham on your 40th Church Anniversary May Lord bless you as you continue to reflect and proclaim the Agapé of God.

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF GOD “A Kingdom-Driven Ministry” 1889 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10032 Reverend J-Anthony Dargan, Senior Pastor

Rev. Dr. Harold E. Banarsee, Lady Sheila and the Church of God of Freeport NY Family

Congratulate

Reverend Garven Graham

In Memory Of Our Dear Loving Parents

Wilford & Hermine Ricketts.

and the Agape Church of God on their

40 Years of God’s faithful service.

THE Saints Of the Church Of God Of Freeport Stand with you and cheer you on as you continue to advance The Work of the Kingdom of God. “…and on this rock I will build my Church, and the forces of hades will not overpower it.”

Matthew 16:18b (HCSB)

Sadly missed by their 6 children, 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

They live on in all our hearts.

From Reverend Lascelles & Sister Mavis Edwards

GREETINGS

&Salutations

Greetings and salutation to Pastor Reverend Graham & Sister Graham, and the members of the Agape Church of God as we celebrate this 40th milestone of endurance. I would lift my praise to The All-Powerful Commander of the Church. I specifically want to say to the early starters of the Agape family, who are still walking the aisles Sunday after Sunday and standing as spiritual guards, taking on the changes and burdens that the ministry demands.

I would like to encourage those like myself, who came in later and took their place to carry the mission call. To the wounded soldiers that still hold their positions in good times and in bad times. To those that accept the truth as it is revealed to them and lift the banner with the stain of blood knowing that we are paid for with the precious blood of Christ.

Press on brothers & sisters, your reward is close at hand.

MAVIS OGLE A life so rich and loving, So generous and kind can’t help, But leave a legacy of memories behind.

Sadly missing, Aubrey & Family

MABLE JOHNSON Heaven’s gift, what a treat A heart that’s warm and brought joy to us Will always miss you with fond & loving memories.

Sonia & Family

In Loving Memory Dorothy I. Graham

November 25, 1925 - August 8,2005 "A faithful servant of God" Loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister She touched many lives with her kindness and love.

Gary A. Graham, Jr. July 3,1962 - June 17, 2009

A wonderful person that was able to brighten anyone's day with his laughter. Loving father, son, brother and uncle.

We love you & miss you Always a part of our lives

Diana Topey-Miller

October 10, 1951- September 13, 2009

I thought of you today, but that is nothing new.

I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.

I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.

All I have are memories and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is a keepsake from which I’ll never part.

God has you in His arms, I have you in my heart.

Sadly Missed By Daughter, Trudy Miller & Son Gordon Miller

In Loving Memory of

Edna White who went home on January 25, 2013 In my heart your memories lingers, Always tender, fond and true.

There’s not a day, dear mother, we do not think of you.

Sadly missed by Daughters: Madge, Millicent, Silver, Evette & Angela Sons: Lloyd & Rodrick.

16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren & other relatives

In memory of my loving wife

Joycelyn Delrio Toomer

who went home to Glory on May 31, 2012 Left to mourn: her husband, Leslie Toomer; brothers and sisters.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Joycelyn Delrio Toomer Our family was blessed with a faithful friend; a loving godmother; and a kind & thoughtful aunt.

Lovingly remembered by: Carmen, Kelvin Sr., Ian, Camelle, Neil & David Campbell She is “absent in body but present with the Lord�.

Their Love Lives On George Freeman 1918-1986 Vashti Freeman 1915-2016 Those we love are never really lost to us We feel them in so many special ways Through friends they always cared about and dreams they left behind In beauty that they added to our days In words of wisdom we still carry with us And memories that never will be gone Those we love are never really lost to us For everywhere their special love lives on Lovingly Submitted by The Freeman and Haialer Family

In Loving Memory of Rona-Ann Elizabeth Fray

Who is truly missed by her children, Roy, Navon, Paulette, Jacqueline and Eda, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mom you are gone but we will always remember you.

Memories

Friend to the friendless Loving and true O pen and honest, that was you.

Regal and steadfast as in God’s love you grew Encouraged others, education to pursue N ever a complainer as challenges you faced C ompassionate and kind; personified grace E legant and faithful as you ran life’s race.

You were the rock we leaned on until the very end.

Rest in God’s arms, until we meet again.

Forever loved.

The Priestley Clan

Congratulations to Pastor Garven Graham & the Agape Family on your 40th Anniversary.

God has brought you a mighty long way.

May He continue to bless and prosper you as you work diligently and faithfully in His vineyard.

From Brother Glenville & Sister Avis March; two sons and grandchildren

Congratulations to the Brothers and Sisters in Christ at Agape Church of God on their 40th Anniversary of serving the Lord.

It is great that West Valley Community Church can celebrate with you in spirit. We have had ďŹ rsthand experience of celebrating with you. We fondly remember Agape celebrating with us the celebration of Brother and Sister March’s 50 year wedding anniversary!!! Then the following day a bus of 40 or so people came and worshiped with us here at West Valley Community Church. What a blessed weekend to remember!!!

May God continue to bless Agape Church of God. Bless each and every one of you and your service to the Lord.

Your Brothers and Sisters in Christ Pastor Walter and Sister Shirley Rivera Brother Glen and Sister Avis March and the congregation at West Valley Church

In Loving Memory of

Ruby Schwanke - Lorelei Fyffe I cried when you passed away. I still cry today.

Although I loved you dearly, I couldn’t make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest.

God broke my heart to prove to me, He only takes the best.

A dear mother & daughter gone but not forgotten.

Missing you always, Winsome Fye

In Loving Memory of

Marc & Jesula Lucien Gone but not forgotten.

Deeply missed by children, grandchildren & other relatives.

Written

September 23, 2009

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised. To preach the acceptable year of the Lord.

At Tony’s graduation the guest speaker asked the crowd what are the two most important days of one’s life. He went on to say that two most important days in one’s life is the day you are born and the day you realized why God allowed you to be born. Many have never figured out what their purpose on earth is. I have realized we are all here for the same reason, that is to do God’s will. We all have our own individual talents, strength and, uniqueness but seldom live up to this potential because we get caught up with “life”. Unimportant things seem to consume us rather than focusing on what really matters, a true relationship with God.

Wade D. Buckley, Jr. (Fondly called “Wadie”) left us on November 14, 2009.

In order to live up to your full potential one must open themselves completely to the Lord and allow God to direct and guide you along the path He wants you to take. Some might be guided through green pastures while others may have to go through the darkest deepest valleys, but it is all for a reason. I have walked through some rough terrain and traveled through the valley for quite some time, many times wondering why?

I understand now that I have been walking through the valley to help others who are stuck there. He wants me to show them there is a way out and that’s through Jesus Christ.

I challenge everyone to be a better Christian, person, friend, family member and just live up to your true potential. Never settle for less than what you deserve or what God expects from you, You are not only cheating yourself but you cheat everyone else from the potential that you possess inside.

All of us have the light of God in us, but what good is light if no one see it? Allow the light of God to shine through you, allow him to use you so you can be an inspiration to others. God has been trying to tell me this for sometime and sometimes difficult circumstances allows one to see more clearly. I can see now and hopefully others can see through my eyes. God is the only way.

Wade D. Buckley, Jr.

In loving memory of my dear husband,

Gladstone Thomas,

who God brought into my life to help me understand the meaning of unconditional love and true happiness.

I will never understand why God chose to take you so soon, but in my heart you remain alive.

I miss you. Gone too soon but will never be forgotten.

Love Norma In Loving Memory of Dad

Gladstone Thomas, Sr.

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day unseen, unheard; but always near.

Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Forever in our memories: Dean, Rose, Rosie, Richard, Paul, other children and relatives

In Loving Memory of Our Brother

Gladstone Thomas

You gave no one a last farewell, nor ever said good-bye.

You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.

A million times we will miss you, a million times we will cry If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died.

In life we love you dearly, in death we loved you still, in our hearts you hold a place no one else can fill.

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

We will meet again someday I know in a better place.

I thank God He made you our brother while you were here on earth.

Forever missed by Paul, Paula, Deann, Rose, Rosie, Punkey, David, Gary Brothers in law: Richard, Damion and Marco and all your nieces and nephews.

In Loving Memory of Walter Fitz Maurice Moseley

Our Dear Departed Husband, Father and Grandfather, who went home to glory on May 15, 2018.

A limb has fallen from the family tree, that says please don’t grieve for me.

Remember the Best Times, the laughter, the song, the Good Life I lived while I was strong.

Sadly Missed By

Loving wife Monica Moseley Children, Cleon, Michelle, Kevin, Natasha and Grandchildren (Sharmelle) Grandchildren, Azalea, Malik, Ciara, Jason, Evin, Leilani, Alyse, Bryce and Ryan

In Loving Memory of

Louise & Benjamin Francis We thought of you with love today but that is nothing new.

We though about you yesterday and days before that too.

We think of you in silence we o�ten speak your names.

All we have are memories and your pictures in a frame.

Your memories are our keepsake with which we’ll never part.

God has you in His keeping we have you in our hearts.

Sadly missed by daughter Beulah and grandchildren Erica, Denise, and Troy

To Our Beloved Mother- Marion Mason

Mum’s life was anchored in the love and faith of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ right to the day she took her last breath, and we thank God for the life she lived while she was here with us. Anyone who knew her knows, she always took the opportunity to share her faith with them. Mum’s was a joyful person, always greeting others with a smile and hug-which endeared her to all.

As we all do in life, she faced many challenges… in particular her health, but she did not allow that to negatively affect her radiant spirit. She remained joyful which drew many to her. Her grandchildren thought she was interesting and loved playing games with her. We thank God for equipping her with the power of love which was the reason she was able to share and give comfort and guidance freely to anyone with whom she came in contact.

While I know Mum’s loved us all, I felt an extra affection as her only boy child. I still recall the days when you would stand at the gate to watch as I walked to school, the talks we had when I would stand behind your bed and act as if I were a preacher. Most importantly I am still thankful for all the prayers you sent up on my behalf.

When you passed, it was hard for us to say goodbye… but know you will always remain in our hearts. Mum, you have earned your reward in Heaven, and the crown promised those who remained faithful to the end.

“Time is too slow for those who wait, Too swift for those who fear Too long for those who grieve Too short for those who rejoice But for those who rejoice in the Lord, time is an eternity.”

Alternatively, the original quote from Herny Van Dyke: Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.

We miss you so much but hope to meet you in the sweet bye and bye.

From your children, G, Noreen, and Fitzroy, Grandchildren, Great Grand, and Great Great Grands.

Shawna & Ethan

Congratulations on your Graduation

We are proud of you both and wish you all the best going forward with lots of love

From mom and dad, grandma, aunts, uncles and all your cousins

God Bless

Congratulations On your 40th anniversary Pastor Garven Graham

and the Agape Church of God Thank you for your prayers, Love and support Throughout our life’s journey.

God bless you all and strengthen You as you continue in your glorious work

The Crooks Family

In Loving Memory of

Radcliffe Leander Taylor

who passed on June 19, 2001.

Dear father, grandfather, brother and uncle.

In Loving Memory of

In Loving Memory of

who passed on April 6, 1993.

Dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle.

who passed on October 20 1986.

Dear wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt.

David Taylor

Muriel Taylor

Treasured memories keep you near as time unfolds from year to year.

No need for words except to say, still loved, still missed in every way.

Lavern Taylor-Meeks and the Taylor Family

Congratulations Agape Church of God

on our 40th Anniversary.

“Upon this rock I will build my church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Matthew 16:18 from

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“Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.” Psalm 62:1 (KJV) Fondly Remembered by daughter Esther Elliott

Many we love have passed away too soon, without reason. We remember them often in a thousand different ways. In the mornings...

In the night...when we look at the stars, a date a song, a place, a smell.

You have left too soon.

You are gone but will never be forgotten.

Always in my heart Richard Robinson & Family

Congratulations to the Agape Church of God on celebrating our 40th Anniversary.

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings. It has been a joy and honor to be a part of the Agape Family for over 20 years.

The Agape Church of God has always been a place of refuge for many and a home away from home for all.

We appreciate your unconditional love, support, prayers, fellowship and blessings throughout the years.

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In Loving Memory Our Family

Llewellyn E. Haywood Eileen Haywood Duane Marc Haywood Carol Lewis Our In-Laws:

Marietta Walter, Roy Johnson, Iveslaw Gravesandy, Devon Walter, Drs. Jay and Rome Martin, Leslie Ferris, Elroy Skeete, Uncles George, Eddy and Allan Davis.

Aunts: Lorraine Davis, Marion Hawkins. Niece: Edris Davis, Keisha Davis

Life-Long Friends of Over Fifty Years:

Francisco Jude, Rick James, Donald Russell, Richard Comacho.

Colleagues & Mentors:

Reverend Benjamin, Solomon Goodrich, Reverend Calvin Pressley, Fr. Ralph Brown, Calvin Freeman, Ellison Bail, Dr. Elizabeth King, Dr. Canute Bernard, William Nelson, Bill Briggs, Edith Harris, Gwendolyn Johnson, Mrs. Hingleton.

Sister Gladys, Reverend Ardesley, Godfathers: Conrad White and Lucien Watkins.

Teachers:

Gwen Hector, Ms. Walters, Mr. Kirnon and Mr. Barnes.

Benefactors for Educational Scholarships:

Dr. Luther and Arah Wynter, Dr. Hugh Maxwell Savory and Gladys Savory, Norman B. Norm and Mrs. Norman.

May Our Heavenly Father and Creator grant them Eternal Rest and Peace.

From The Haywood Family

In Loving Memory of

Joicelyn Icilda Thomas Our dear departed mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Who went home to Glory on October 29, 2001

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Sadly missed by Children Gary, Paul, Paula, Marcia, Deann, Rosemary, Rosalie, David and Dorette (Sons-In-Law) Richard, Damian, Norris and Marco Grandchildren Stacy-Ann, Andre, Adrian, Kamar, Shanique, Dominique, Dewayne, Lauren, Ashley, Gabrielle, Richard Jr., Courtney, Diamond, Anastia, DeMarley, Deandra, Marco, Tariq and Marquis Great Grandchildren Andre Joshua, Nakya, Madison, Christian and Kingston

In Loving Memory of Rhoda Gayle-Sanchez

February 6, 1921 - April 12, 2016 She will always be missed by children, Monica, Aston Jr., Edmond (Tony), Thelma and Desmond.

Sister Florence, 14 grand children and 16 great-grandchildren.

Nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives.

Mama we will never forget you.

In Memory Of Our Dear Beloved Onaye Dayne Heath Love

In Loving Memory of Hyacinth Love-Soobrian

September 16, 1970 - March 30, 1997 Loving remembered by Dad, Mom, Sisters, and Brothers.

Children, John and Christopher.

The Soobrian Family and Friends You will always be missed.

November 7, 1981 - January 14, 2010 Sadley missed by Dad Ferdinand, mother Monica, sister Daphne, Karen and Monique.

Brothers Kerry, Stokely and Maurice.

Nieces, Karesse and Kennedy.

Nephews Delroy, John and Christopher.

Uncles, aunts and other relatives.

You will never be forgotten.

In Memory Of

Aubrey O’Connor

Reginal Delahaye

Ambrozine O’Connor

Essmah Delahaye-Letts

You’re memories will always live on.

From the O’Connor and Delahaye families.

Maurice (Glen) O’Connor

Norman “Peppa” O’Connor

Winsome Letts

Owen O’Connor

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Dickens

January 18, 1928 - March 11, 2018 A terrific and wonderful mother, a caring and selfless nurturer a quality and virtue not confined to just those that were immediate family but to all she came in contact with.

She was a sweet kind benevolent and God loving Christian.

Mama...You are loved by all and is sadly missed you shall reside in our hearts always.

Missed by: children, grandchildren, great and great great-grandchildren and a son-in-law.

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Acts 2:42�47 �KJV� 42

And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of

bread, and in prayers. 43 Then fear came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. 44 Now all who believed were together, and had all things in common, 45 and sold their possessions and goods, and divided[c] them among all, as anyone had need.

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So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house,

they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.

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