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CONTENTS
Program Speakers and Artists 4
Letter from Bishop 5
Executive Council 6
General Session Instructions 10
Breakout Sessions 11
CTI Schedule 18
Children’s Ministry Schedule 19
COGBF Calendar 20
General Sessions 21
Ads 36
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FROM THE BISHOP’S DESK
Greetings ByFaith Family and Friends, Here we are, presenting our third National Virtual conference and I am certain that many of us are eager to regather; however, we recognize the sovereign hand of God. The Apostle Paul said to the Ephesian church, “…God works all things according to the counsel of His will” (Eph.1:11). So, let us resign our wills to His and prepare our minds for what He has in store. Our Summer Camp Meeting is a time that we not only look forward to warm fellowship, but also inspirational preaching in a relaxed environment. That is what we should expect during this online gathering. Our theme for this conference is, “A Work in Progress.” This thought was derived from Philippians 1:6 which reads, “being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” The church has been scattered for more than a year and it feels to some like it is losing ground and the Lord’s work is almost at a halt. A Gallup survey has suggested that the pandemic will have a long-term detrimental impact, and some may never return to the church. They further suggest that “Christianity will have to adjust to an ever-smaller piece of the spiritual pie.” I refuse to accept these findings because it was God who started this work, and He is well able to finish what He instituted. We have the amazing privilege of continuing in the work that God started! Our nation remains increasingly divided and the gap in ideologies is getting wider. However, Jesus is still the answer, and the church is the only hope of this world. This conference promises to inspire and challenge us (the church of the living God) to continue in the work we are called to do. So, gather with your family and friends, reach out to your neighbors, and invite them all to join you for this 2021 Virtual Camp Meeting. Thank you in advance for your prayers and support, and I hope this virtual experience will be a blessing to you and exceed your expectations. Sincerely,
Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr. Presiding Bishop
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EXECUTIVE COUNCIL RULING ELDER JAMES E. WILLIAMS, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Ruling Elder James E. Williams was born into the Church of God by Faith. He is the son of Emeritus Superintendent Elder James Williams, Sr. and the late Mother Cora Williams of the Gainesville District.
Elder Williams moved to Tampa in 1970, to further his education. He married Lillie Hampton in 1968 and to that union, five children were born. He served under the leadership of Supt. Robert L. Evens. In 1975, he was appointed to the National Finance Board by the Executive Council where he served 17-years; eight of which were in the role of secretary. He is a retired postmaster for the U. S. Postal Service, where he served for 35 years. He is the pastor of The Rock COGBF, and superintendent of the Tampa West Coast District. In December 2014, he was appointed a ruling elder by the Executive Council.
RULING ELDER H. N. TURNER, TREASURER
Ruling Elder Horace Nelson Turner, Sr. was born in Abbeville, Georgia to the late Deacon Raleigh W. Turner and the late Mother Katie Maude Turner. He accepted the Lord in his life in 1980. He started a Bible study in a home, then moved to an old funeral home, and from there to a storefront. In 1986, he was ordained as a minister. Later, he built Sears Street COGBF located in Douglas, GA, where he is currently serving as the senior pastor. He also serves as senior pastor of Ozark COGBF. In 2016, he was appointed superintendent of the Alabama district. He married Sandra LaFaye Canady in 1992 and together they have six children. Elder Turner profoundly influenced the radio and TV ministries preaching the gospel on the radio weekly, and on TV daily. On December 19, 2004, he was appointed a ruling elder and treasurer on the Executive Council.
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EXECUTIVE COUNCIL RULING ELDER JAMES T. WARE
Ruling Elder James T. Ware was born in Dothan, Alabama to Elder Thomas and Mother Betty Ware. After high school, he met and married Lady Gwendolyn Cooper; three sons and one daughter were born to this
41-year union. He accepted his call into the ministry in 1975 and was ordained in 1989.
He is credited with pastoring several churches and founded the COGBF in Brooksville, Florida. He also inspired the mission in Converse, Texas.
Elder Ware was appointed superintendent of the Ocala District in 1995 where he still serves. He also serves as the senior pastor of the Ocala Temple. In December 2012, he was appointed a ruling elder on the Executive Council.
RULING ELDER REGINALD L. DAYMON
Ruling Elder Reginald L. Daymon has a passion for studying, preaching and teaching the Word of God. He began his Christian life at the Greater Adams Street COGBF. In early 1985, he accepted the call into ministry and God led him to Buffalo, New York where he founded New Hope COGBF. Elder Daymon continued to work faithfully in the ministry and was ordained an "Elder" during the 1990 General Assembly.
He received a "Master of Divinity" from Faith Bible College of Baltimore, Maryland. Elder Daymon was appointed superintendent of the Northwestern NY District in December 2012. He also serves on the Examining Board and is an instructor for CTI. He was appointed ruling elder in December 2019.
Ruling Elder Daymon has been married to his childhood sweetheart, Veronica, for over 43 years. They are the proud parents of three children and four grandchildren.
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EMERITUS COUNCIL MEMBERS BISHOP EMERITUS JAMES E. MCKNIGHT, SR. Bishop James E. McKnight, Sr. was born into the COGBF to Ruling Elder Horace A. and Mother Edith Guions McKnight. After serving in the military in South Korea, he got saved and became a member in June 1953. In December of that same year, he married Mother Jessie Camps and they were blessed with four children. He served as the senior pastor of the Gainesville COGBF, was appointed assistant bishop in August 1970, and served as executive secretary and assistant bishop until 1984.
By age 35, he was the pastor of Gainesville and Raleigh COGBF, the executive secretary for the National Church, and member of the Board of Directors for Matthews Scippio Academy. He was appointed the third Church of God by Faith bishop in 1984, was consecrated in 1986 and retired in December 2014.
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY EMERITUS DAVID C. ROURK
Ruling Elder David C. Rourk was one of seven children born in Bolivia, North Carolina to David and Louroxie Rourk. He was adopted at the age of seven by Mother Hattie Rutledge and was raised in Lake Alfred, Florida. He met and married Lady Ruth Coley on June 6, 1958 and four children were born to that union. Lady Rourk has gone on but is never forgotten. In 1972, he was called into the ministry and was later ordained. He was appointed pastor of the Greater Adams Street COGBF, Rochester, New York in 1974 until his retirement in December 2019.
In 1979, he was appointed to the Executive Council where he served until December 2019. He has served as pastor for several churches on the Northwestern New York District such as Prayer House Syracuse, Sodus Center and Geneva COGBF.
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HOW TO STREAM TO YOUR TV
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR TV TO THE INTERNET USING MIRRORING • Open the mirroring option on your TV – set your TV to mirror; (it will then await the mirroring connection.)
• Open the mirroring feature/launch your mirroring app on your Android device – click start (please note – both your TV and device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.)
• If your TV doesn’t natively support mirroring, you’ll need an app such as Chromecast or screencast.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR TV WITH AN INTERNET STREAMING DEVICE
What you’ll need: Media box/streaming player; Broadband connection (2 MBPS and above); Wi-Fi router; Ethernet cable, HDMI cable or VGA (Video Graphics Array)/Audio cable
Media boxes/streaming devices have built-in preprogrammed apps and channels (such as the BBC iPlayer, HULU, ITV Player, Netflix and so on). This will allow the device to act as a Freeview box which hooks up to your Wi-Fi. The exact step-by-step will differ from device to device (so make sure you read the instructions – or hit YouTube for a visual walkthrough). However, all of them will involve plugging the device directly into the TV using either the USB port or HDMI port. Some of the most popular streaming players include Roku, Apple TV 4K, Chromecast, and Nvidia TV Shield.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR TV TO THE INTERNET USING A PC/LAPTOP
• Place your laptop/PC close to your TV. Make sure both are turned off.
• Insert the HDMI cable into your computer (the socket will be labelled ‘HDMI’.)
• Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the TV (this will be hidden under a flap.)
• Turn your TV on. Use the AV button to select AV.
• Turn your PC on – at this point you may just need to confirm a couple of changes on your PC.
These instructions were drawn from the article Top 5 Ways to Enable Internet Connection to TV (Without Built-in Wi-Fi), March 23, 2019, by Lisa Hayden. https://thewiredshopper.com/top-5-ways-to- enable-internet-connection-to-tv-without-built-in-wifi/
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GENERAL SESSIONS INSTRUCTIONS
The Virtual Family Conference general sessions will be broadcast at 12:00 noon and 8:00pm on Thursday - Saturday of the conference. On Saturday morning, there is a very special Women's Ministry Service at 9:30am and the closing Sunday Service is at 10:30am that will also stream on Facebook and YouTube.
Please log on at least 10-minutes before each service starting time to view any pre-service messages. All General Sessions will be streamed on the following two sites:
• The Official National Church of God by Faith Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Natlcogbf/
• Church of God by Faith, Inc. YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTfC- Jr_pH7XMy_qI5KJXzg
You will also receive a link via Flocknote before each general session. All starting times are Eastern Standard Time.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS INSTRUCTIONS
Listings of scheduled breakout sessions and meetings are covered on the next several pages. The majority of them will use the Zoom platform, while CTI will broadcast on Adobe Connect. Attendees should do the following before logging in:
• Go to cogbf.org or ministries.cogbf.org, select the convention page.
• Make sure your environment is quiet and visually not distracting.
• Locate the session and click to enter.
• Make sure you are allowed to attend the session.
• Login at least five minutes early.
• Mute your microphone unless otherwise stated. • All starting times are Eastern Standard Time. To start receiving all COGBF messages, text BYFAITH to 84576.
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WEDNESDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Go to ministries.cogbf.org and click on Breakout Sessions
SUPERINTENDENTS’ MEETING Bishop McKnight/The Executive Council
10:00am Executive Council and the District Superintendents meet to collaborate on the vision and management of the church.
NATIONAL FINANCE CHAIRMEN NETWORK – “THE FAMILY MINISTRY PLAN” Deacon Charlie J. McBride, Sr.
7:00pm The Deacon Family Ministry Plan is a ministry of caring. It is designed to support the pastor in the care of the flock. Communication with all members is an essential element in protecting and preserving the well-being of the body.
NATIONAL BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Minister Deloris McBride
7:00pm This is a regular National Board of Christian Education meeting.
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THURSDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
COGBF STORE Sister Glenda White This meeting will review the current objectives and vision 9:30am of the COGBF Bookstore. A roadmap to enhance and expand the product and service offerings for the future will be developed.
SERVANT SOLUTIONS INTRO & SERVICES Brothers Jim O'Bold and Charles Myricks A healthy church starts with congregants and staff following God’s word regarding finances. Find out how 9:30am simple financial planning tools and concepts can change behavior for a healthier environment for you and your church.
NATIONAL BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Elder Erta Livingston and Minister Mary Calhoun 4:00pm Grief Recovery – This session is designed to give individuals coping mechanisms during the grief period.
FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS - EXISTING INVESTORS Sister Angela Robinson
5:00pm All current investors are invited to this meeting. Review and discussion of fund progress, our story. A COBGF Financial Solutions Extension Fund status update including two new offerings and our path forward.
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THURSDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
GLOBAL MISSIONS Pastor Garry Shelton 5:00pm This meeting will focus on local, district and international outreach.
NATIONAL DEACONESS MINISTRY - “YOUR WORK MATTERS TO GOD” Deaconess Pamela McCollough and Ms. Shirley Greene Our work in the Vineyard matters to God. This session is to 5:00pm share how to be safe with our finances – hacked accounts, scams, and just being mindful of our funds.
NATIONAL FINANCE BOARD WITH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Deacon Jerome Flood Annual National Deacons Board Meeting with the Executive 6:00pm Council.
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FRIDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
COGBF LEADERSHIP MEETING Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr./ The Executive Council
9:30am This meeting is designed to update, inform, and cast vision for leaders in the Church of God by Faith.
NEXT GEN Deacon Charles McWhite 10:00am This Next Gen workshop will focus on equipping our teens to grow in their faith in Jesus Christ.
SERVANT SOLUTIONS - HOUSING ALLOWANCE Brother Wayne Bollenbacher and Sister Erin Wagoner The minister's housing allowance is a wonderful benefit which allows the church to stretch the value of compensation under 4:00pm Section 107 of the IRS code. After a short presentation, we will embark on a Q&A session to answer any questions you may have.
NATIONAL USHER BOARD Deacon Ruben Allen This session is to update and further educate all ushers and interested persons on how to serve effectively during COVID-19. 5:30pm
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FRIDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
NATIONAL WOMEN’S MINISTRY Deaconess Carolyn Cowan - Moderator 3:00pm “Hello I am a work in Progress” – This session is to address the total woman in balancing all facets of life.
FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS – SIGN UP EVENT Sister Angela Robinson This session is to showcase who we are and what we do to 5:30pm help the body of Christ save, invest, and borrow.
NATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT “MEETINGS MAY HAVE CHANGED, BUT THE WORD OF GOD IS STILL THE SAME” Deacon Walter Booth
5:30pm This session will host a Sunday School Lesson in its entirety. Sunday School superintendents, teachers, staff, and scholars are encouraged to attend.
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SATURDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
NEXT GEN II Deacon Charles McWhite 10:00am This Next Gen workshop will focus on equipping our teens to grow in their faith in Jesus Christ.
NATIONAL MUSIC MINISTRY – “THE VALUE OF COMMITMENT” Evangelist Punch Baldwin and Minister Devin McKnight 2:30pm This session is for members who are totally committed to the work of ministry in music.
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING Dr. Trellis Calloway
4:00pm CST This session is geared toward helping young ladies, ages 12-17, 5:00pm EST grow spiritually and become better equipped to face the challenges of life.
MEDICAL TEAM MINISTRY Sister Latoya Cook and Elder Anthony Jordan The Medical Team will present valuable information on the 4:00pm importance of getting your COVID vaccine and COVID relevant information.
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SATURDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS
2CBF MEET AND GREET Minister McKenzie Coffee This session is designed to encourage local and District 2nd Century By Faith departments how to keep young adults, aged 4:00pm 18-35, involved in ministry through faith, fun, and fellowship.
SERVANT SOLUTIONS - FINANCIAL PLANNING & BEST PRACTICES Brother Bob Haymond In this session, the management of retirement plans will be 4:30pm discussed to help participants understand the best financial and tax practices as well as how to have enough resources in retirement.
NATIONAL ADJUTANCY Pastor Cedric Matthews Training program for all adjutants, regarding protocols, service, worship and liturgy including local, district and 5:30pm national levels of ministry service.
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CTI SCHEDULE Adobe Connect CSL101 Introduction to Counseling – Dr. Trellis Calloway This first counseling course introduces students to the field of Christian Counseling with clarity and sensitivity. It builds on biblical foundations and the best resources of professional psychology. It reflects the insights the author has gained from many years of Christian counseling.
• Thursday, July 8th – 2:00pm to 6:00pm
• (One 4-hour session)
EVG101 Introduction to Evangelism – Dr. Larry Lee This course presents theological principles that govern evangelism including how it is performed in the church, as well as family and personal interaction. It includes preaching, one-on-one witnessing, missions, parenting evangelism, and commissioning and supporting missionaries. Students will learn practical techniques from Master Theologian John MacArthur. This is the first of five courses that helps students qualify for ordination in the Christian Evangelists Training (CET) certification program.
• Thursday, July 8th – 2:00pm to 6:00pm
• (One 4-hour session)
HOM101 Introduction to Homiletics – Dr. Erta Livingston Introduction to Homiletics will provide a simple and clear explanation for the construction of sermons. This course will cover the basics for understanding homiletical tasks, developing homiletical techniques and the use of homiletical treasury through Old and New Testament passages.
• Friday, July 9th – 2:00pm to 6:00pm
• (One 4-hour session)
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY SCHEDULE
Go to ministries.cogbf.org and click on the convention page THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2021 - TIME: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
• Presented by: Sister Angela Smith and Sister Pamela Lott
• Description: Interactive Bible based lessons for youth ages 4-12 years old. Youth will be encouraged to embrace Virtual Camp Meeting 2021 as they learn God’s purpose for their lives.
FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2021 - TIME: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
• Presented by: Sister Linda Roberts and Sister Sharetta Lockett • Description: Interactive Bible based lessons for youth ages 4-12. Youth will be encouraged to embrace Virtual Camp Meeting 2021 as they learn God’s purpose for their lives.
SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2021 - TIME: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
• Presented by: Sister Tassie Faison and Sister Naula Marshall
• Description: Liturgical dance for youth ages 4 – 12. This spirit filled and exciting breakout session is to worship God through dance. Youth will be allowed to interact with the instructors and have fun praising God as they learn that they are a “Work in Progress” through dance. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to join in.
SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2021 - Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
• Presented by: Sister Murika Davis and Brother Cephas Matthews • Description: Virtual field trip! The entire family is encouraged to join as we explore Work in Progress. You don’t want to miss the fun.
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2021 CALENDAR CHURCH OF GOD BY FAITH, INC. EVENT START DATE END DATE LOCATION
CTI Spring 2021 Classes January 4, 2021 May 7, 2021 www.cti.cogbf.org
10 Days of Consecration January 7, 2021 January 16, 2021 In Local Churches
Registration for Summer January 25, 2021 July 2, 2021 www.cogbf.org Convention Summer Convention TBA March 1, 2021 [email protected] Breakout Requests Pastors' and Ministers' TBA TBA www.cogbf.org Retreat
CTI Summer “A” Starts May 8, 2021 June 19, 2021 www.cti.cogbf.org
Pastors’ and Ministers' June 10, 2021 June 11, 2021 www.women.cogbf.org Wives’ Retreat CTI - Examining Board June 28, 2021 August 3, 2021 www.cti.cogbf.org Classes
Summer Convention July 8, 2021 July 11, 2021 www.cogbf.org
CTI - Summer "B" July 8, 2021 July 10, 2021 www.cti.cogbf.org Convention Classes Registration for the August 1, 2021 December 11, 2021 www.cogbf.org 100th General Assembly Convention Ads for the August 1, 2021 October 1, 2021 http://ministries.cogbf.org/ 100th General Assembly Hyatt Reservations for TBA TBA Hyatt Regency - Atlanta 100th General Assembly CTI Fall 2021 August 14, 2021 December 9, 2021 www.cti.cogbf.org COGBF License Orders October 1, 2021 November 1, 2021 www.ministers.cogbf.org Due 100th GA Breakout/ TBA October 1, 2021 [email protected] Equipment Requests Deacons Retreat TBA TBA [email protected] December 16, 100th General Assembly December 19, 2021 Hyatt Regency - Atlanta 2021 CTI Winter Convention December 16, December 18, 2021 Hyatt Regency - Atlanta 2021 2021
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THURSDAY NOON GENERAL SESSION OPENING SERVICE - 12:00noon
Presider: Pastor Cedric Matthews Praise and Worship ……….……………Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Official Convention Opening…………………Presiding Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr. Offering…………………………………………..…………………………..Pastor Cedric Matthews Introduction of Speaker.………………….…………………….…….Pastor Cedric Matthews Song…………………………………………….Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Speaker and Altar Call……………..………………….…………..Ruling Elder James T. Ware
RULING ELDER JAMES T. WARE Ruling Elder James T. Ware was born in Dothan, Alabama to Elder Thomas and Mother Betty Ware. After high school, he met and married Lady Gwendolyn Cooper. Three sons and one daughter were born to this 43-year union. He accepted his call into the ministry in 1975 and was ordained in 1989. He is credited with pastoring several churches and founded the COGBF in Brooksville, Florida. He also inspired the mission in Converse, Texas.
Ruling Elder Ware is a man on the move. In addition to his role as one of the five national ruling elders, he serves as Ocala District Superintendent, pastor of the Ocala Temple and overseer of Belleview COGBF. He is uniquely gifted at delivering the Word of God with theological depth in a way listeners can understand. He preaches with power and ferocity that inspires congregants to do better. Ruling Elder Ware is also a powerful CTI instructor who wisely trains students and pastors on the sources of our faith. He also joined other ruling elders with the daunting task of Men Ministering to Men. Ruling Elder Ware is most often tasked with preaching the consecration/ordination message for graduates of CTI. He uses this platform to inspire the graduates as well as the waiting congregation to go to deeper heights in the Lord.
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THURSDAY NIGHT GENERAL SESSION STARTING TIME - 8:00pm
Presider: Pastor Cleveland Roberts, III
Praise and Worship ………….…………….Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Ministry Spotlight…………………………………………….……………………………...Praise Report Offering………………………………………….…..…………………….Pastor Cleveland Roberts, III Introduction of Gospel Artist and Speaker.……………….Pastor Cleveland Roberts, III Praise and Worship……………………………….……..………Gospel Artist Michael Holloway Speaker…………………………………………………….……………..…………Bishop Marvin L. Sapp Prayer and Closing Remarks…….…..…..…………….……..…Pastor Cleveland Roberts, III
ABOUT GOSPEL ARTIST MICHAEL HOLLOWAY "God, Family and Music. In that order." These are the words of highly anticipated gospel recording artist, Michael J. Holloway that describes his passions and priorities in life.
Often regarded as one of the top vocalist in the Northeast Florida region, Michael J. Holloway released his first recorded single titled, "God’s Gonna Make A Way," which debuted in August 2017. This new single introduces his first album project titled "This Time" which was released on March 17, 2018. Michael J. Holloway describes his music as catchy and creative with colorful imagery in the lyrical content.
Following the release of his first single, he was invited to be a guest artist in the WCGL Anniversary Concert (Jacksonville, FL) and was nominated for Male Artist of the Year for the 2019 Tampa Bay Gospel Awards. Michael J. Holloway has sung with major gospel artists such as Lucinda Moore, Donnie McClurkin, Troy Sneed, Todd Dulaney, and has opened for John P. Kee.
Michael J. Holloway was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. He is the only son of James and Louise Holloway. He has pursued his music career with his wife, Katrina, who is also a singer and songwriter. Together they share a devotion to God, a love for music and two beautiful children.
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BIOGRAPHY - BISHOP MARVIN L. SAPP
Bishop Marvin L. Sapp is a passionate orator and biblical teacher, who desires to be a living epistle glorifying our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ both in word and in deed. He is the Co-Founder of Lighthouse Full Life Center Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan and the Senior Pastor of The Chosen Vessel Cathedral in Fort Worth, Texas as well as a Metropolitan Bishop that oversees more than 100 churches in the Central Deanery of Global United Fellowship. Many say his voice is instantly recognizable with a characteristically raspy ringing with power and authority as he masterfully illustrates, with excellence, the Word of God. Not only is his delivery exemplary, but his knowledge of the historical text brings to life the message of hope and healing. Singing since age four, he has shared the stage with many gospel notables and his gift is celebrated across musical genres. He began singing with the gospel group, Commissioned, in 1990 and went solo in 1996. Bishop Sapp has released 12 albums with favorites such as “Never Would Have Made It” and “Best In Me.” On October 9, 2020, his 12th album entitled “Chosen Vessel” was released. The poetic name represents not only the divinely autobiographical testimony of his new album’s title track, “Chosen Vessel” is also the hallowed name of the 100- year-old church he was purposed with taking over in Fort Worth, Texas. Bishop Sapp has enjoyed a decorated music career receiving 11 Grammy nominations, 24 Stellar Awards, 2 Soul Train Music Awards, 2 BET Awards, 3 Dove Awards, and 8 BMI Songwriter’s Awards for sales along with many other accolades and honors from national, regional, and local institutions. Bishop Sapp has been honored and recognized for his professional and philanthropic efforts in his home city, Grand Rapids, Michigan. He received the city’s highest African American honor, Giant of Giants Award, as well as the Frederick Douglas Award from the National Association of Negro and Professional Women’s Club. He is an established author of eight books. The seventh book is titled, “Recreation” and the eighth book is titled, “Suitable” which were both released July 2018. He is also an entrepreneur illustrating success in various areas of business.
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FRIDAY NOON GENERAL SESSION GLOBAL MISSIONS SERVICE - 12:00noon
Presider: Pastor Garry Shelton
Praise and Worship.……………….……...Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Ministry Spotlight.………………………………....…………Starke COGBF Outreach Ministry Offering…………………………………….……..…..……………………………..Pastor Garry Shelton Introduction of Gospel Artist and Speaker…………………..……….Pastor Garry Shelton Praise and Worship………………………………………………………Gospel Artist Bryan Popin Speaker………………………………………………….………………….Pastor George Matthews, II Altar Call and Closing Remarks…………………………………..………..Pastor Garry Shelton
GOSPEL ARTIST BRYAN POPIN Bryan Popin is a #1 Billboard artist, three-time Stellar Award® nominated and recipient of a 2018 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Award, rising Gospel star Bryan Popin is just that… Popin! Born in Middletown, NJ, Popin was a piano protégé by his early teens. Later in his career, the legendary Stevie Wonder nicknamed him the “Little Boy Wonder,” and he has continued to impress with his soulful keyboard skills, melodies, songwriting, music production and vocal flow. He has appeared with Bishop TD Jakes numerous times and was featured at both MegaFest and Bishop Jakes’ Pastors & Leader’s Conference. He has opened for Tye Tribbett, Israel Houghton, Deitrick Haddon, Tamela Mann, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Jermaine Dolly, Donnie McClurkin, and Marvin Sapp. To-date, Bryan Popin has earned four Billboard Top 25 songs, a 2018 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Award, a #1 Billboard album (I Got Out, 2017) and three Stellar Award® nominations. Bryan Popin is a native of NJ. He is married to his wife Susan and they reside in a suburb of Nashville, TN where together they raise their five children.
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BIOGRAPHY - PASTOR GEORGE MATTHEWS, II
George M. Matthews, II is Senior Pastor and Founder of New Life Interfaith Ministries, Inc., Bessemer, AL. He is ordained, licensed, and has pastored churches in the Pentecostal and Baptist denominations. Pastor Matthews received a charge and commission from the Lord to begin instructing and building up the Body of Christ in the area of “the unity of the Faith,” that unity which exists corporately in Christ. The New Life Christian School of Excellence serves children in grades K5 to 5th. Each staff member seeks to meet the interest and needs of each child according to his or her abilities in all areas of development. The Learning Center serves children ages six months to four years. They are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment, as well as individualized, age appropriate learning experiences. January 2019, Pastor Matthews was officially assigned to the living & loving congregation of Calvary Resurrection Christian Church in the Center Point community of Birmingham AL, founded by Pastors Gary & Linda Anderson Whitt in 1989. Calvary Resurrection Christian Church has a full-time day staff and Academy (CRCA) offering quality education to the residents of the greater Birmingham community. New Life Interfaith Ministries and Calvary Resurrection Christian Church are members of Creflo Dollar Ministerial Association (CDMA) under the direction of Dr. Creflo Dollar, Senior Pastor, World Changers Church International, College Park, GA. In June 1997, Pastor Matthews was appointed to a position on the Board of Directors of the International Covenant Ministries, which later evolved into and functions under the banner of Creflo Dollar Ministerial Association, which operates from and has its executive offices in College Park, GA. Pastor Matthews is the husband of Judith C. Matthews and father of two sons, Oscar and George III, and one daughter, Brianna.
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FRIDAY NIGHT GENERAL SESSION SECOND CENTURY BYFAITH - 8:00pm
Presider: Minister McKenzie Coffee Praise and Worship……….…………………………………….…….National 2CBF Praise Team Ministry Spotlight.…………..…………………………….…………2021 Scholarship Recipients Offering……………………………………………………………………….Minister McKenzie Coffee Introduction of Gospel Artist and Speaker…………...…………..Minister Ronnie White Praise and Worship………………………………………….………….……Yolanda (Yoli) DeBerry Speaker and Altar Call ……………….…………………………..….……..Pastor Willie Lightfoot
ABOUT YOLANDA (YOLI) DeBERRY Yoli was born as Yolanda Renee DeBerry in 1985 in Jamaica Queens, NY into a family of musicians. Her mother, Barbara Banks DeBerry, father Gary DeBerry, Sr. and brother Gary DeBerry, Jr. have worked tirelessly in music from her birth up until this present day. Her parents saw her passion for singing as she progressed to higher choirs and music programs regardless of the age restrictions. In 2003, while studying music at Wilberforce University, Yolanda felt that she was ready to take her calling to the next level. She accepted the privilege of preaching her initial sermon at the age of 18. Through preaching, Yoli found the boldness to speak and motivate people in various settings and environments. At the age of 20, she made her first of many trips overseas. Her travel expanded to places such as Germany, Canada, London, Spain, Italy, Australia, Austria, Portugal, Brazil, Africa, Ireland, Scotland, New Zealand, Chile, Amsterdam, Jamaica, and Denmark with different artists. While on the road with a recording artist, Yoli made the decision to come home to find what this longing was all about. It was her calling. As Yoli fully rededicated her gift back to God, she's preached, sang and spread the gospel of Christ nonstop and hasn't turned back. Yoli is now the worship leader at New Life Fellowship Center under the leadership of Pastor John P. Kee and travels with the New Life Singers. If her movement could be defined with a few words, it would be “No Fear, Only God.”
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BIOGRAPHY - PASTOR WILLIE LIGHTFOOT
Elder Willie Lightfoot was born to the late Honorable Willie Walker Lightfoot who was a former Monroe County Legislator and his amazing mom, Theresa Thompson. He was born and raised in Rochester, New York.
Elder Willie Lightfoot has been serving God over 25-years. In 1995, he received the gift of salvation in the parking lot of the Orlando Magic Mall in Orlando, Florida. Shortly thereafter, Elder Lightfoot joined Adams Street Church of God by Faith where he served as Ruling Elder David C. Rourk’s armor bearer on the local and national level. Elder Lightfoot also served with the Media Ministry as well as started a youth ministry for young boys called, Keep it R.E.A.L (Righteous, Enlighten, Acknowledgement and Love).
In 1999, Elder Lightfoot was called to preach the gospel and was ordained in 2004 as a minister. In 2006, Elder Lightfoot was assigned by God to Elder George Dailey at Prayer House Church of God by Faith and was ordained as an elder in 2008. In 2020, Elder Lightfoot was appointed as pastor of Prayer House Church of God by Faith in Rochester, New York.
He is married to Lady Prophetess Verdina for 25-years and they have four adult children, Daryl, Kevin, Precious and Willie Jr. They also have an English Bulldog, Sapphire. Pastor Will loves music, reading, people, and has a heart to win souls and advance the Kingdom of God! His favorite scripture is Psalm 1.
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SATURDAY MORNING GENERAL SESSION WOMEN’S MINISTRY SERVICE - 9:30am
Presider: Sister Carla Brown Lewis Praise and Worship.…...…………...…Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Greetings…………………………………………………………………………Lady Delois McKnight Offering…………………………………………..……………………..…..Sister Carla Brown Lewis Introduction of Psalmist and Speaker..…….……..…………..Sister Carla Brown Lewis Praise and Worship…………………………….………………………Psalmist Janice Robinson Guest Speaker……………………………………..……………………………………….…Nona Jones Closing Remarks and Prayer.………………………………………Sister Carla Brown Lewis
ABOUT PSALMIST JANICE ROBINSON Evangelist Janice Robinson was born on April 13, 1963 to Elder John, Jr. and Mother Maxine Robinson, in the city of Fort Pierce, FL. She is the sixth of seven children. She began her walk with Christ at an early age, and has served faithfully until this present time. While in school, she embraced her gift of music and - co founded and directed the Fort Pierce Westwood High School Gospel Choir. She also lent her talents to several other area schools and her local church choir. After completing high school, Janice studied music at Indian River Community College. She received further training in music at Bethune Cookman University in Daytona Beach, FL. Since her college years, Evangelist Robinson’s career in music has taken her several places and garnered many achievements. Taught that “charity begins at home,” she is presently the minister of music at Learn of Me Church of God by Faith in Fort Pierce where her brother Elder Gary Robinson is the pastor. She serves as the minister of music and director of the Florida East Coast District Choir, inspired under the leadership and guidance of her father and Ruling Elder, the late Dr. John Robinson, Jr. She has served in this capacity for over 20-years and many voices have been enhanced through her dynamic music ministry. She is the co-founder of the Gospel Music Symposium held each year since 1983 on the Florida East Coast District. She has been blessed to travel and minister in many cities all across the United States.
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BIOGRAPHY - NONA JONES
INNOVATOR | AUTHOR | SPEAKER | SURVIVOR
Nona Jones is a rare combination of preacher, author, business executive, entrepreneur, media personality, and worship leader. In her day job, she serves as the Head of Faith Partnerships at Facebook where she leads the company’s work with faith-based organizations around the world. She is the author of two best-selling books Success from the Inside Out, chronicling her unlikely story of success after a childhood filled with physical and sexual abuse, and From Social Media to Social Ministry, detailing her globally recognized approach to digital discipleship. She also hosts The Nona Jones Show, a Facebook Live talk show that reaches almost 40 million people around the world each week. Since being licensed into the gospel ministry at the age of 17, Nona has preached around the world. As a business executive and entrepreneur, she has been profiled by ESSENCE Magazine as an “Under 40 Woman to Watch” and Florida Trend Magazine as one of Florida’s “30-Something All Stars.” She has also been featured on TBN, CBN News and The Word Network. She holds a Bachelor in Communications and Master of Business Administration from the University of Florida where she has been recognized as an Outstanding Young Alumnus and she has completed graduate studies at the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation.
She is a graduate of Leadership Florida and the Presidential Leadership Scholars Program, a joint initiative of President George W. Bush and President Bill Clinton. She also holds memberships in The Links, Incorporated and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She and her husband, Pastor Tim, lead Open Door Ministries in Gainesville, FL and are the proud parents of two boys, Timothy, Jr. and Isaac, and Goldendoodle girl Shiloh.
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SATURDAY NOON GENERAL SESSION STARTING TIME - 12:00noon
Presider: Pastor Andre’ McBride
Praise and Worship …………………….…Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Offering………………………………………………………………...…..…….Pastor Andre’ McBride Introduction of Artist and Speaker…………………..………....……Pastor Andre’ McBride Praise and Worship..…………………………..……….…………Gospel Artist Jonathan Butler Speaker…………………………………………………..………………………….…Bishop Angel Núñez Closing Remarks and Prayer.….…..…………..…………………..……Pastor Andre’ McBride
ABOUT JONATHAN BUTLER Jonathan Butler is a singer-songwriter and guitarist who leads a life few can imagine. Born in South Africa under the shadow of apartheid and raised in poverty, Butler was the first non-white artist to be played on South African radio and appear on national television. Though his musical abilities would take him away from the world he grew up in, Jonathan would neither forget the plight of his fellow South Africans, nor the man that led them to freedom. It is for this reason Nelson Mandela credits Butler’s music as having inspired him during his imprisonment.
Jonathan’s story begins at a very young age when his father presented him with a homemade one-string guitar. On occasion he would perform at lavish concert halls for whites only, where he would not be allowed to use the bathroom, and the very next night he would perform in a dilapidated local township. Jonathan’s first single broke down racial barriers becoming the first song by a black artist played by white radio stations in South Africa and won the South African equivalent to a Grammy®.
His commitment to his craft came to fruition with his - self titled debut album, which received a Grammy® nomination for the pop hit “Lies.” A religious and spiritual man, Butler dedicates his life to being a devoted father and grandfather, and a caring citizen to his homeland. In spite of all the hardships, Jonathan Butler has an air of playfulness and quiet resilience that is easily visible in his passionate performances.
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BIOGRAPHY - BISHOP ANGEL NÚÑEZ
Bishop Angel L. Núñez was born in New York City. His father abandoned the home before his birth and at the tender age of eight, he lost his mother to cancer. This left him in the care of the government institutions and forced him to live from home-to- home. But, God’s hand was always upon him and through divine intervention, he was placed with a Christian family for a few years. It was in this home where a lasting imprint of God’s love was deposited into his life. Even after growing and succumbing to a life of violence and drugs, God’s seed of love bore salvation and healing to his broken heart. The Bishop has been in ministry for over 40 years and is the Presiding Bishop of the Bilingual Christian Fellowship and holds a Doctorate Degree in Divinity with a Master’s in Theology. As Senior Pastor of the Bilingual Christian Church of Baltimore for over 30 years, he still travels as an International Evangelist winning souls for Christ. He has traveled to 42 countries carrying a prophetic mantle and challenging word to the church to rise and fulfill her destiny in Christ. Bishop Núñez provides an apostolic oversight to ministries, both domestic and abroad, giving instruction, direction, and training to pastors and leaders, equipping them to effectually serve the body of Christ. In this season of his life, he is sensing a pull to speak out about social injustices and to bring the church into unity cross-culturally by breaking down the ethnicity barriers. These efforts have taken him from the White House to the State House. He has been a frequent guest on numerous media outlets; including Fox News, CNN, TBN, and Univision. Bishop Núñez is the president of the Multi-Cultural Prayer Movement in the Mid-Atlantic region which consists of over several hundred churches that encompass African American, Anglo, Hispanic, African, and Asian. Together they model the spirit of unity as described in John 17. Bishop Núñez is married to Deborah and has five beautiful children and four grandchildren. Finally, Bishop Angel Núñez has written five books entitled:Let Me Live Again (his personal testimony), The Latin Indian Speaks, How to Reach Your Destiny, My Father’s Mantle, and The Multicultural Prayer Army – The Answer to America’s Present Spiritual Crisis. He has also done a documentary of his life story which is being shown around the country.
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SATURDAY NIGHT GENERAL SESSION STARTING TIME - 8:00pm
Presider: Pastor Nolan Williams Praise and Worship .………………….....Church of God by Faith National Praise Team Ministry Spotlight.………………………………………….……………………...Financial Solutions Offering…………………………………………..…..….Church of God by Faith National Office Introduction of Guest Artist and Speaker..…..…………………...Pastor Nolan Williams Praise and Worship…………………………………………………...………..The Williams Singers Speaker and Altar Call………………………………………….…..…Pastor Jonathan McKnight
ABOUT THE WILLIAMS SINGERS Indianapolis-based family gospel group the Williams Singers were first organized by Rev. Charles D. Williams as a musical outlet for him and his young family. Originally called the Christian Cavaliers and later changed to the Williams Family Singers, the early version of the group performed frequently in the Indianapolis area but never made any recordings.
In 2002, as a tribute to their father, the three Williams brothers, Darnell, Dezmien, and Dezrale, recorded a live album showcasing the songs Charles had written for them. Under the name the Williams Singers, the three brothers began recording for their own label, Deznell Music Group. Mixing traditional quartet-style singing with uplifting, contemporary gospel and R&B, they soon found success outside their home state of Indiana and began touring the country supporting acts like Lee Williams & the Spiritual QCs, the Canton Spirituals, Vickie Winans, and Deitrick Hadden, to name a few.
Between 2004 and 2011, they released four albums including a Christmas release. In 2014, they collaborated with a number of different gospel artists like Zacardi Cortez, Lisa Knowles, and Virgil Reliford on their Destined album, which spawned the hit song "Been Good." The trio followed it with “In Real Time” in early 2017, an audio and video disc package. They landed at number 25 on the Top Gospel Albums charts followed by two Stellar Award nominations.
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BIOGRAPHY - PASTOR JONATHAN MCKNIGHT
Pastor Jonathan L. McKnight is the youngest son of Emeritus Bishop James E. and Lady Jessie McKnight. He was born and raised in Gainesville, FL and was a member of Gainesville #1 Church of God by Faith. Pastor McKnight is the founding pastor of Sanctuary of Praise Ministries of Orlando, Florida and president and founder of Jonathan L. McKnight Ministries, based out of Orlando, FL. He is an anointed, caring preacher, evangelist, teacher, conference speaker, and facilitator who resides in "The City Beautiful" with his son, Jonathan II. As a philanthropist, Pastor McKnight is continually involved in local, national, and international mission outreach projects. He also delivers the Word of God to people around the world through television appearances on the Trinity Broadcast Network (TBN). As a result of his service to the Kingdom of God, thousands of souls have been won to the Body of Christ. He is also a successful author of several highly-inspirational and motivational books (including audio) for both spiritual and personal growth. His collection of spiritual and personal growth books include: Positioned 4 Purpose with Seven Prayers of Purpose companion CD and Prayer is a Must with the Seven Prayers of Victory companion CD. For relationship growth, he authored 30 Days of Marriage as well as I Did It in the Name of Love accompanied with a CD. Dr. McKnight holds two gold keys to the City of Orlando, presented to him by the Mayor and City Commissioner’s offices for community development and outreach services. He is also the recipient of multiple Good Citizenship Awards from the Orlando Police Department.
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SUNDAY MORNING GENERAL SESSION CLOSING SERVICE - 10:00am
Presider: Ruling Elder James Williams
Praise and Worship …….…………..…Church of God by Faith National Praise Team
Bishop’s Offering/Introduction of Speaker………..………..Ruling Elder H. N. Turner
Sermonic Hymn……………………………………………………….……Sister Shelia Feagin-Iles
Speaker and Altar Call…………….…………...Presiding Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr.
Official Closing of the Convention………..Presiding Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr.
Closing Selection………………………….Church of God by Faith National Praise Team
PRESIDING BISHOP JAMES E. MCKNIGHT, JR. BIOGRAPHY Bishop James E. McKnight, Jr. was born in Gainesville, Florida to Bishop James E. and Lady Jessie McKnight. As a young boy, he was always serious about the work of the Lord by integrating preaching, praying, and teaching into his normal childhood routines. At the age of 18, he committed his life to Christ and served in various capacities including youth minister, deacon, musician, choir president, and Sunday school teacher at his local church. In 1985, Bishop McKnight received his call into ministry and later was led to plant a church in Starke, Florida. With a clear vision, strong faith, determination, and God’s help, he founded Starke Church of God by Faith in March 1987. He studied business administration at Santa Fe College and received his license as an ordained elder of Church of God by Faith, Inc. in December 1991. Bishop McKnight is the president and founder of Bradford County Faith Community Center, a faith-based organization that serves North Central Florida by providing a recovery program, prison outreach, food distribution, and a family literacy program.
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BIOGRAPHY-BISHOP JAMES E. MCKNIGHT, JR. CONTINUED
His dedication and ministry in the COGBF was recognized by the leadership of the church and as a result, he was recommended as a candidate for ruling elder. In December 2003, he was selected by the National Church at-large and became a member of the Executive Board. On December 20, 2014, he was elected and appointed by the Executive Council as the Presiding Bishop of the Churches of God by Faith. After he was appointed Presiding Bishop of the Church of God by Faith, Inc. he laid out a five-point plan called Vision 20/20. Since that time, our flagship Ocala Temple has been renovated and the Burial League is on solid footing. We launched a 24-hour Prayer-line, Second Century ByFaith, Next Gen and the Church of God by Faith Theological Institute (CTI). We launched the Affiliation Ministry and Global Missions auxiliaries which are ushering in new ministries in America and abroad. Sixteen new churches have been planted and our conventions have gone to the next level. Bishop launched the Financial Solutions Extension Fund with its mission to advance the Kingdom of God, expand the foot-print of Church of God by Faith, build excellent facilities, and empower our churches and the people of God. As a result of Financial Solutions, NONE of Churches of God by Faith have any outside mortgage debt! To God be the glory. Bishop also launched a 403(b) Retirement Plan to help our pastors and church employees when they retire. Two new schools have been planted; one on the Alabama District and the other in Central Georgia. We give God the glory for all He has done. Bishop McKnight has been married to his childhood sweetheart, Delois Turner McKnight, since 1978 and they have three children: Candace (Nick), James III (Kendra) and Devin (Lashay).
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