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CHURCH OF GOD MINISTRIESGlobal Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Africa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Asia–Pacific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Caribbean–Atlantic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Europe–Middle East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Latin America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 • Global Strategy General Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • Compassionate Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • Church Health-Growth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • Leadership Development and Credentialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 • Home Missions: Native American Ministries/Urban Ministries . . . 32 • Pastoral Health & Growth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 • Chaplain Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 • Minister’s Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 • National Association of the Church of God . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 • Hispanic Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 • Christians Broadcasting Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ENDORSED AGENCIESAnderson University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Anderson University School of Theology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Mid-America Christian University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Warner Pacific College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Warner University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

TREASURER INFORMATIONTreasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Remittance Slips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41


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540 INDIVIDUALS

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Spread The WordInternships, Trips, and Outreach Projects

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…IN PRAYERGod is at work near and far, at home and around the globe . Through missionaries . Through national leaders . Through projects . Through leadership development . Through church planting . Through evangelism . Through prayer we join God in his work throughout the world . Global Strategy updates prayer calendars regularly .

…IN GIVINGThrough the Living Link program, connect your passion, as an individual or as a congregation, directly in a relationship with a missionary through financial support . In supporting a missionary financially, you become partners in a common mission .Through the Project Link program, connect your passion by partnering financially in strategic projects around the world . At the heart of these partnerships with missionaries and indigenous leaders are local ministry projects changing lives and moving the mission of God forward .

…IN GOINGExperience the work of God firsthand . Travel with us . Travel to work on projects . Travel to witness the work of God and to learn from believers near and far, strengthening the unity of the body by

your presence . Connect your passion through a Global Strategy trip . Perhaps God is calling you to connect in person for a longer period of time . Perhaps God is calling you to go for a month or six, two years or ten or twenty . Connect your passion in an interdependent cross-cultural partnership . We’ll help you clarify and connect your passion and calling .

…IN RECEIVINGAllow us to give back to you . Speakers are available to you through Global Strategy, whether that’s a staff member, a missionary, or missionary alumni . Their passion will challenge you and your church . Modern technology also allows us to connect you with missionaries and teams near and far .Perhaps your church doesn’t know where to start with missions, local and global . Get coaching and training tailored to your church that help you develop your vision for outreach, one that fits your church and your passion .

AFRICAMike and Heather Webb, Regional Coordinators16 Countries2,829 Churches333,809 Believers

Country Churches Believers National LeaderAngola 13 375 Jose BarrosBotswana 5 500 Tsidiso LekauBurkina Faso 1 30 Larry Sellers**Burundi 15 2,300 Thomas BangurambonaCongo (DR) 192 7,630 Davidson KasongoCôte d’Ivoire 14 1,800 Yeo NanhouaGhana 19 2,000 Edward NkansahKenya 820 164,000 Byrum MakokhaMalawi 136 9,010 Chakuamba TholeMozambique 378 39,540 Michael Webb**Rwanda 18 3,400 Charles NsengiyumvaSouth Africa 2 1,025 Michael Webb**

South Sudan 12 1,200 Tim Stevenson**Tanzania 253 5,397 Dismus MofuluUganda 550 54,000 Moses AbasoolaZambia 401 41,602 Mailesi Ndao

Total 2,829 333,809**National Contact

Benjamin ShularChief International Officer

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Debbie TaylorLiving Link Specialist

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Stephen R. LewisAssociate Director

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Candy PowerMissionary Relations Specialist

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Andrew GaleProjects, Coaching, and Trips

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Mission—AfricaAfrica—Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30991

While traveling throughout Africa, the regional director discovers both opportunities and immediate needs. This project allows the regional director to respond. This project provides assistance to some of the most exciting ministry opportunities. (Annual Goal: $4,500)

Africa—Kima International School of TheologyKIST Student Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40320

Kima International School of Theology prepares servants for work in the harvest fields in multiple African countries. The students are spreading the gospel across Africa. Donations directly support those who could not otherwise afford the $1,500/year fees to receive this critical training to save the lost. (Annual Goal: $65,000)

KIST Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40321These contributions are used to support faculty training and advanced degrees, update facilities, and expand resources and capabilities that enable KIST to move forward toward its goal of educational excellence. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

KIST Advantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40322A three-year campaign designed to provide KIST with stable and sustainable finances for critical operational needs directly supporting the ministry of training pastors and church leaders. (Annual Goal: $37,500)

AngolaAngola Church Growth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30004

The primary ministry objective of pastors and church leaders in Angola is church growth through evangelism and discipleship. Resources are needed to reach the lost. (Annual Goal: $1,500)

Burkina FasoBurkina Faso Leadership, Evangelism & Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30130

This project is designed to provide initial funding for outreach by the church in Côte d’Ivoire to the neighboring country of Burkina Faso. Objectives include evangelizing, discipling new believers, and building the necessary structure to sustain a new body of believers. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

Congo (DR)Congo (DR) Leadership Development/Evangelism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30650

The church in the Congo (DR) is developing the work in areas such as simple church buildings, modes of transportation, provision of literature and Bibles, as well as social projects. (Annual Goal: $800)

Côte d’IvoireCôte d’Ivoire West Africa Bible Institute (IBAO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30131

The institute’s operational and development funding underwrites the training of pastors and leaders to serve the church in French-speaking Africa, including student grants, library and teaching materials, and construction and furnishing of buildings. (Annual Goal: $7,000)

Côte d’Ivoire AIDS and Compassion Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30132The missions staff strives to meet the needs of persons in crisis by providing urgent aid for physical needs, educating youth and others in AIDS prevention, and assisting AIDS victims and their families with medical care. (Annual Goal: $4,800)

Côte d’Ivoire National Church Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30137This project is designed to assist this young church in moving toward self-sustaining status by providing funding for new pastors, national ministries, and in attaining its strategy for national outreach into new areas. (Annual Goal: $4,200)

Côte d’Ivoire Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40132This project provides support for several leadership training programs, including theological education by extension, VBS, literacy, women’s ministries, Christian education, pastor’s seminars, and literature development to provide the church with strong national leadership in all areas. (Annual Goal: $5,400)

Côte d’Ivoire Church Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40135This project aids the development of churches by providing roofs for new church buildings, purchasing new property, and constructing church buildings in cooperation with local believers to provide adequate places for worship and ministry. (Annual Goal: $6,200)

KenyaKenya Kibera Building Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40325

These church development funds provide expansion opportunities for church ministry and outreach in this second largest slum in sub-Saharan Africa. (Annual Goal: $3,500)

MalawiMalawi Evangelism and Pastoral Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30351

Funds for the church in Malawi enable pastors and church leaders to travel, plant new churches, and purchase Bibles and literature that edifies the believers. Through this project pastors are also given solid biblical training. (Annual Goal: $2,900)

Mike & Heather WebbAfrica—RCs • 42 .10093

Scott & Deanna ComptonTanzania • 42 .1020

Bobby & Jenny MihsillCôte d’Ivoire • 42 .10027

Ernie & Lori Nicholas Kenya • 42 .10076

Larry & LeAnn SellersCôte d’Ivoire • 42 .10074

Tim & Colleen StevensonUganda • 42 .10078

Tim & Josie VickeyMalawi • 42 .10089

Nathan EdwardsKenya • 42 .11198

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Malawi Ministry Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30352The church in Malawi has purchased land and begun construction on the national headquarters, as well as the pastors’ training center. The buildings will include classrooms, kitchen and dining room, dormitory, and offices. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Malawi Ministry Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40340Bicycles are needed for pastors to reach more people. Funds also support pastoral training as the church seeks to reach a nation struggling with poverty and AIDS. (Annual Goal: $2,300)

MozambiqueMozambique Ministry and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30405

This project underwrites bicycles for pastors, building needs, and responses to frequent disasters in this country, such as floods and AIDS. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

RwandaRwanda Leadership Development/Evangelism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30490

The church in Rwanda is equipping and mentoring its leaders. It also needs help in rebuilding churches. (Annual Goal: $4,000)

TanzaniaTanzania Aldersgate School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40473

Aldersgate School provides instruction from nursery to high school. This school is raising the education level of Church of God laity, thereby preparing future leaders and strengthening the church for years to come. (Annual Goal: $3,500)

Tanzania Pastoral Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40476These scholarships will enable Tanzanians to get college-level theological training through existing Bible schools of theology in Tanzania or through KIST in Kenya. (Annual Goal: $6,000)

UgandaUganda Tumaini Aids Prevention Program (TAPP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30623

This social program assists families coping with HIV/AIDS, educates, encourages, and develops hope through seminars, home visits, skills, and small projects. (Annual Goal: $900)

Uganda Women’s Ministry/Church Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30626Women are the core of the church and help it to expand with projects, seminars, and visitation. Schools educate and nurture spiritual growth. Sixty percent of the country is age fifteen and younger. Schools open avenues of ministry to these children. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Uganda Ministry Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40520Mentoring, training, and education are vital to the growth of the church in Uganda. Church property purchases and development are needed in order for congregations to expand their ministries. (Annual Goal: $7,500)

Uganda Health Care Ministry and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40522Management, medicine, development, and support of clinical workers are major priorities in bringing about holistic health. We need your support to meet these needs and the legal requirements that govern medical work. (Annual Goal: $1,900)

ASIA–PACIFICDon and Caroline Armstrong, Regional Coordinators24 Countries • 1,687 Churches • 225,132 Believers

Country Churches Believers National LeaderAustralia 2 110 Don Armstrong**Bangladesh Lalmanirhat 68 4,500 Tapan Borman Sylhet 12 800 Mathius PyngropeBhutan 3 60 Borman Roy Sohkhia**Cambodia 1 15 Neville Tan**Central Asia Alan LwoHong Kong 1 175 Edmund LeungIndia 1,100 150,000 Odisha M . K . Sahu Meghalaya Borman Roy Sohkhia Ecclesia Meghalaya Fargo Kharkonger Kolkata Sudipta Nanda Siliguri Sanjay Murmu South Johnson G . TharakanIndonesia 2 400 Neville Tan**Japan 16 452 Satoru KanemotoLaos 10 Neville Tan**Malaysia 2 180 Neville Tan**Micronesia 1 50 Robert KotnayMyanmar 6 1,000 Dorothy ColneyNepal Meghalaya Mission 25 3,500 Bir Bahadur Waiba Ecclesia COG Mission 7 300 Issac SinchuryNew Zealand 1 70 Don Armstrong**Papua New Guniea* 7 1,500 John PandePhilippines 53 4,500 Eddie VirayPakistan* 250 35,000 Samuel GeorgeSingapore 1 150 Neville TanSouth Korea 52 16,000 Leeyoung AhnSri Lanka 33 4,000 Chrisantha DeSilvaTaiwan 4 240 Roger LwoThailand 32 2,000 Silawech KanjanamukdaVietnam 8 120 Neville Tan**

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Mission—Asia-PacificAsia–Pacific Leadership Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30395

A gathering of Asia and Pacific national leaders every two years that provides relationship building and planning for future mission work in this region. Funds are used to help leaders with airfare, hotel, and food costs. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

Asia–Pacific Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30992While traveling throughout Asia–Pacific, the regional director discovers both opportunities and immediate needs. This project allows the regional director to respond. This project provides assistance to some of the most exciting ministry opportunities. (Annual Goal: $20,000)

AustraliaAustralia Growth for the Journey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30020

Journey Church is pastored by Rev. David Ravell. Funds go toward special events that the church holds in the community to promote Journey Church as a place of worship. (Annual goal: $12,000)

BangladeshBangladesh Lalmanirhat Church of God School Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30032

This is a high school of more than a thousand students. Funds go toward maintenance on a building that was built in 1947. The metal roof is currently in need of replacement. (Annual Goal: $5,000)

Bangladesh National Leaders/Workers (Lalmanirhat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30030We have seven pastors and evangelists, under the leadership of Tapan Borman, who serve fifty-seven churches; these funds are used to supplement their support. (Annual Goal: $8,000)

Bangladesh Invest in a Village, Transform the Future (Lalmanirhat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30033Reach an entire rural village for Christ by investing, over three years, in a Faith Center building. Funds will also aid in children’s ministry, water well, secure toilets and bathing facilities, electric-powered rickshaw, and pastor and pastoral training. (Annual Goal: $20,000)

India—OdishaOdisha Church of God Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30270

Church members combine their tithes with donations to this project to provide a salary for the Indian pastors who work in the state of Odisha. The project administrator for the Shelter, Mamata Das, receives her salary from this project. (Annual Goal: $16,000)

Public School at The Shelter, Cuttack, Odisha, India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40287This public school on the premises of the Shelter provides primary school education in English to children of families who live in the area around the Shelter, as well as to girls who reside in the Shelter. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

The Shelter Girls Home, Cuttack, Odisha, India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40286The Shelter has been in continuous operation for over 100 years, providing a safe environment for at-risk Indian girls. The Shelter provides education, food, clothing, beds, and spiritual enrichment. Funds go toward maintaining the buildings. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

India—SouthSouth India Ministry Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30280

The Church of God in South India, under the direction of Rev. Johnson Tharakan, is in need of support to expand the ministry of many pastors and workers in the church. Self-help projects and local giving are combined with this project to that end. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

South India Asia Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30286The college provides basic biblical, theological, doctrinal, and practical training for men and women who feel called by God to be ministers of the gospel. There are thirty-nine students in Cochin, Keralla, India. Funds will provide upgrades for accreditation, library needs, and faculty allowances. (Annual Goal: $12,000)

India—West BengalWest Bengal New Ministry Support (Kolkata) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40303

Rev. Sundipta Nanda gives leadership for the national church based in Kolkata as it reaches out to the people of Kolkata and West Bengal. New leaders are beginning their ministry in the rural villages and slums of Kolkata; these funds will help them start that ministry. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

IndiaIndia Tibetan Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40405

Outreach among the Tibetan people, particularly among Tibetan monks, is challenging. Work in this closed Himalayan region is going on with some rather remarkable results. (Annual Goal: $1,200)

MicronesiaMicronesia Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40230

Church planting efforts continue among the animistic Yapese people. Pastor Tomas is working on the outer islands of Yap. Special waterproof Bibles are needed for new believers. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Don & Caroline ArmstrongAsia—Pacific—RC • 42 .10035

Steven & Peggy BeverlySri Lanka • 42 .10004

John and Gwen JohnsonVietnam • 42 .11256

Lisa EllisonJapan

Kris and Megan GilbertNew Zealand • 42 .11233

Bernie BartonJapan • 42 .10037

Gary & Gwen BistritanMicronesia • 42 .10042

Mike and Makiko BoyleJapan

Terence and Christy Van DamJapan • 42 .11250

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Micronesia School Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30290Yap International Christian School, located on the island of Yap, strengthens the new church by educating the children of the people who attend. Gary and Gwen Bistritan are teachers and administrators of the school. (Annual Goal: $500)

MyanmarMyanmar National Leaders/Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30410

Led by Dorothy Colney, fifteen pastors, teachers, and evangelists work in Myanmar. Pastors receive $100 each month; evangelists and teachers receive $70 each month. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

Myanmar New Church Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40390The national work in Myanmar is based in Yangon, but it is not confined to the capital city. There is a great need today to establish church facilities since the government has granted freedom to worship. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

New ZealandAuckland, New Zealand, The Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40411

The Bridge is a multicultural ministry directed at Auckland University students, offering a safe space for students to explore faith, social issues, and how they come together in a multicultural society. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

PhilippinesPhilippines National Leaders/Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30470

Rev. Eduardo Viray heads the Church of God in the Philippines. There are sixteen pastors and four student or lay pastors; they care for fifty-one churches and preaching points. Funds are used to supplement salaries of pastors and workers. (Annual Goal: $7,000)

Philippines Family Enrichment Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30475This project, initiated by Eduardo Viray, targets the various felt needs of the families. This project has a holistic educational approach that includes seminars in nutrition, family care, and marriage issues, all grounded in biblical principles. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

SingaporeSingapore National Leader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40446

As a pastor, evangelist, and teacher, Rev. Neville Tan works and lives in Singapore but travels extensively in Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Vietnam, working and training leaders in each of the countries. (Annual Goal: $20,000)

Sri LankaSri Lanka Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40452

The thirty-three congregations of the Church of God in Sri Lanka work collaboratively to plant new congregations. These funds help establish additional congregation locations. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Sri Lanka National Leaders/Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40453This project provides reimbursement for expenses for pastors and evangelists engaged in ministry, as well as for students preparing for ministry within a Buddhist-dominated culture. (Annual Goal: $18,000)

TaiwanTaiwan Evangelism/Discipleship (Central Asia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40461

The evangelistic efforts of the Church of God in Taiwan are focused on Central Asia. The mission of ministry outside the borders of Taiwan is to develop new Christians who lead others to Christ and disciple them. They establish elementary schools, church facilities, training centers, and drug recovery centers. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

ThailandThai Leaders and Pastors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30610

Rev. Silawech Kanjanamukda leads the thirty-two congregations of the Church of God in Thailand. The sixteen pastors and evangelists receive an average salary of $385 a month. A training program is in place to prepare children and teenagers for future ministry. (Annual Goal: $9,000)

VietnamVietnam Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40555

The church in Vietnam is growing steadily in spite of government opposition. Regular training is provided for pastors, evangelists, and lay leaders. (Annual Goal: $7,000)

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Country Churches Believers National LeaderAntigua & Barbuda 5 500 Ivor DavisBarbados 18 2,000 Lennox BoyceBermuda 3 1,200 Vernon LambeCayman Islands 5 1,000 K . Paul RobertsCuraçao 2 60 Reymundo InaciaGrenada 5 200 Carlton GeorgeGuyana 10 300 Chris BowmanHaiti 223 30,000 Phyllis NewbyJamaica 110 5,000 Adinhair JonesSt . Kitts & Nevis Nevis 3 240 Davidson Morton St . Kitts 5 600 Carlton PhippsSt Vincent & the Grenadines 2 85 Maude GittensTrinidad & Tobago 21 5,000 Clinton ProvidenceVirgin Islands 1 145 Neville Williams

Totals 413 46,330

Eustace Rawlings, Regional Contact13 Countries 413 Churches46,330 Believers

CARIBBEAN–ATLANTICGlobal Strategy Personnel

John & Jodie AckermanHaiti • 42 .10001

Mark & Kathy FultonHaiti • 42 .10023

Caribbean Atlantic AssemblyCaribbean–Atlantic National Assembly Grant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30097

These funds support ministries and programs in thirteen national churches, including evangelism, church planting, leadership training, discipleship, and compassionate ministries. (Annual Goal: $500)

West Indies Theological College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30900This project supports the training of church leaders in both on- and off-campus educational activities. (Annual Goal: $11,000)

West Indies Theological College Campus Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30901These funds enable the needed expansion of the campus physical facilities including library extension and new residences. (Annual Goal: $900)

Cayman IslandsCayman Islands Triple C School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40090

This project assists with operational expenses for the K–12 international school, which aids children in developing to their God-given potential. (Annual Goal: $11,500)

HaitiHaiti National Leaders/Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30230

These funds provide for leadership training, literacy programs, health care, and support for an orphanage. (Annual Goal: $18,000)

Haiti Prospere Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30233These funds provide operation expenses for both ongoing and emergency health care, as well as community development in the Prospere district. (Annual Goal: $2,400)

Haiti St . Ard Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30301The hospital ministry at St. Ard uses general medicine and medical procedures to provide comfort and opportunities for evangelism and spiritual growth. Services include surgery, optometry, dentistry, pediatrics, prosthetics, obstetrics, and internal medicine. (Annual Goal $72,000)

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Country Churches Believers National LeaderBulgaria 12 490 Nenka TantshevaEgypt 13 1,500 Latif Ramsis TawfikFrance 1 50 Michel FegaliGermany 29 2,300 Rainer KlinnerGreece 1 20 Patrick Nachtigall**Hungary 2 100 László Debreceni**Italy 3 110 Daniele SantonocitoLebanon 11 585 Joy MallouhNetherlands 4 200 Adriaan BaisRussia 5 350 Kelley Philips **Serbia 1 12 Obrad NikolićSwitzerland 1 20 Rainer Klinner**Syria 2 100 Joy Mallouh**Ukraine† 8 275 Patrick Nachtigall**United Kingdom 2 220 Everard Harvey

TOTAL 95 6,332**National Contact

†Unable to verify due to wartime conditions.

Patrick and Jamie Nachtigall, Regional Coordinators 15 Countries 95 Churches 6,332 Believers

EUROPE–MIDDLE EASTGlobal Strategy Personnel

Patrick & Jamie NachtigallRegional Directors • 42 .10068

Daniel & Christy KihmNetherlands • 42 .10041

Zach & Audrey LangfordUnited Kingdom • 42 .10084

Ken & Keli OldhamEgypt • 42 .10024

Kelley & Rhonda PhilipsGermany • 42 .10065

Eurasia • 42 .12520

Josh & Audrey WeigerGermany • 42 .10094

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Europe & Middle East NextGen Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30401The region’s goal is to empower a new generation of young leaders. The NextGen Fund is used to create opportunities to train emerging pastors and leaders to be global leaders. Funds support evangelism, ministry training seminars for the region’s leaders, catalytic youth events, strategic travel, networking, and member care for the region’s missionaries. (Annual Goal: $30,000)

Europe & Middle East—Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30995This is a contingent resource project that is designed to provide immediate and strategic funding for unique ministries that emerge in this region. These funds provide for vital startup and development needs. (Annual Goal: $2,000)


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Bulgaria is the poorest country in Europe. These funds will be used to assist the Bulgarian Church of God with scholarships for youth and young adult camps and events, as well as to provide seminars, program resources, technology advancements, and facility enhancements. This project focuses on investing in training emerging leaders and on assisting local congregations to engage the secular, post-Christian culture and disciple followers of Jesus. (Annual Goal: $8,000)

EgyptEgypt Church Planting and Leader Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30170

Funds provide assistance for established congregations and newer church plants; for leadership development through conferences, resources, and continuing education; for children and youth camps; and for administrative expenses for the national assembly. (Annual Goal: $8,000)

EurasiaEurasia Bookstore Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30619

The bookstore is a vital outreach to the Muslim world, providing Christian literature and seminars and conferences to seekers. These funds provide for operational ministry costs and expansion opportunities. (Annual Goal: $7,000)

Eurasia Book Publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40512Our goal for Christian materials includes two e-books, one published workbook, and two music CDs in the native language in a Muslim country. (Annual Goal: $5,000)

GermanyGermany Berlin Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30201

This ministry engages the challenges of evangelism, social justice, and practical theological education that Western urban gateway cities face. Funds underwrite ministry opportunities, university internships, and urban ministry programs. (Annual Goal: $4,000)

Pink Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30203Pink Door provides recovery programs for women transitioning out of prostitution, sexual enslavement, or sexual exploitation. We value personal restoration, spiritual restoration, advocacy, and connections to significant support. (Annual Goal: $215,000. Total Project Need: $640,000)

ItalyItaly 3W Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40530

This project will assist the Church of God in Italy as it seeks to plant churches and expand its presence beyond Rome into at least five provinces of Italy. Funds will assist church plants, youth programs, evangelism, and interconnectivity. (Annual Goal: $10,000. Project Goal: $30,000)

LebanonLebanon Cedar Home Orphanage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40335

This vital ministry of care and compassion not only ministers to the physical needs of the helpless, but also provides a Christian home atmosphere of warmth and love. Funds provide care for at-risk children in Lebanon. (Annual Goal: $60,000)

Lebanon Church Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40336The Church of God in Lebanon is poised to be a significant influence in the region. These funds support the ongoing development of the Lebanese church through assistance to smaller congregations, evangelism, training and discipleship programs, facility maintenance, and assistance for families and youth to attend church camps. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

RussiaRussia Empower Evangelism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30484

This project helps the church in Chelyabinsk purchase Bibles, Christian education materials, equipment, and furnishings for the expansion of the main Chelyabinsk Church and Ministry Center, as well as its church plants. It also assists with leadership training, conferences, and seminars. The goal is to continue expanding, planting churches, and sharing the gospel in this city of one million people. (Annual Goal: $20,000)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom Church Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40529

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Country Churches Believers National LeaderArgentina 25 1,800 Filiberto IrolaBelize Alfonso Ayala**Bolivia 275 18,000 Victor QuispeBrazil 75 6,500 South Ronaldo Wengrat North (Amazonia) Cezar Ricardo Northeast Cleyton Saraiva de LimaChile 4 135 Alberto MartinezColombia 12 600 Israel OsorioCosta Rica 17 1,200 Irma DrummondCuba 66 2,500 Basilia FigueroaDominican Republic 10 1,442 Gerardo TaronEcuador 16 1,045 Bartolo AceroGuatemala 125 7,500 Isai Calderon Jr .Honduras 5 600 Donny AllenMexico 43 4,000 Agustin SanchezNicaragua 2 180 Guillermo HerreraPanama 14 909 Candido CamachoParaguay 13 1,200 Alcirio HobusPeru 58 2,260 Tito CerberaUruguay 3 186 Jesus AcostaVenezuela 21 1,650 Octavio Yepez

Total 784 51,575**National Contact

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Mission–Latin AmericaLa Trompeta Latin American Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30335

La Trompeta, the official Spanish-language news and information service of the Church of God, publishes books, periodicals, and training resources for extending the kingdom of God throughout Latin America. (Annual Goal: $5,500)

Latin America Inter-American Faith and Action Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30403International forum convenes kingdom workers for leader training to sharpen their gifts in evangelism, church planting, and compassion ministries. Your gift provides scholarships for young leaders hoping to attend a Forum. (Annual Goal: $1,500)

Latin America Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30994Provide seed money for new and exciting ministry opportunities or immediate aid to believers confronted with overwhelming personal crises or natural disasters. Distributed at the discretion of the regional coordinator. (Annual Goal: $1,500)

ArgentinaArgentina Leadership Development/Discipleship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30010

The Daniel Warner Institute for Higher Christian Education in Posadas trains students in church planting and strategic community outreach. Contribute to campus upgrades, library expansion, and evangelistic caravans. (Annual Goal: $2,000)

BelizeBelize Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40050

Deliver clean water, food, shelter, clothing, and medical assistance to victims of natural disasters, and ongoing health education to schools and rural communities. (Annual Goal: $3,000)

Alfonso & Elizabeth AyalaBelize • 42.10002

Timothy & Angelita DowningEcuador • 42 .10063

Deborah HunnicuttHonduras • 42 .11455

Paul & Kattia JonesBolivia • 42 .10051

Jon & Karen LambertEcuador • 42 .10060

Tom & Jean McCrackenBrazil • 42 .11447

Dave & Barbara MillerLatin America • 42 .10067

Jonathan & Beth Todd Brazil • 42 .10039

Jason & Abby TorgesonCosta Rica • 42 .10082

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Leadership training is a priority in Latin America’s fastest-growing national church. Missionaries Paul and Kattia Jones help prepare workers for the 270+ congregations in this Andean nation. (Annual Goal: $2,000)

Bolivia Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40060Donations are matched to funds that urban congregations raise to purchase construction materials for new worship facilities. The Bolivian national assembly awards grants based on need and potential for reaching the lost. (Annual Goal: $9,000)

Brail—AmazoniaBrazil—Amazonia Evangelism/Discipleship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30060

The Church of God in northern Brazil has planted, on average, one new church each year for the past decade. Funding supports outreach to river communities on the Amazon River system and scattered along the Trans-Amazon Highway. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Brazil—Amazonia Theological Institution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30067Boa Terra na Amazonia educates and trains students to plant churches. Funding provides scholarships for young leaders training to assume pastoral leadership of these new congregations. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

Brazil—Amazonia Ministry Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40086Funds help newly established churches acquire basic equipment, such as songbooks, seating, and copy machines. Many congregations are located in isolated areas and do not have access to resources. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Brazil—NortheastBrazil—Northeast Leader Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30050

The Jesus’ Disciples School trains apprentices-in-ministry, many of whom are pursuing degrees in interdenominational seminaries. Solid grounding in Church of God theology and practice is vital to their development as leaders. (Annual Goal: $4,000)

Brazil—Northeast Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40070A cluster of young churches is strategizing to establish churches in new agrarian reform settlements. Church buildings host kindergartens and sewing, computer, and handicraft classes, and serve as community meeting halls. (Annual Goal: $7,500)

ChileChile Scholarships for Leadership Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30100

Church leaders here hold down full-time jobs while planting new churches. Scholarships allow these young men and women to pursue educational goals that enhance their effectiveness in ministry. (Annual Goal: $1,000)

Costa RicaCosta Rica New Church Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40121

Funds provide start-up budgets for salary, travel expenses, and initial outlays for new church plants. Some funds underwrite pastoral training scholarships. (Annual Goal: $6,000)

CubaCuba Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30145

Funds provide scholarships for emerging leaders who seek high-level training, as well as local workers involved in Bible education. Scholarships supplement each individual’s own investment in their training. (Annual Goal: $5,000)

Dominican RepublicDominican Republic Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .30155

Costs to begin new churches include property and legal fees, equipment, and furnishings for the new congregation. Funds also provide support for national leadership. (Annual Goal: $3,000)

EcuadorEcuador Church Planting/Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40190

Funds helps to buy materials and land for construction of new or expanded worship facilities. Local congregations must collaborate in each project by donating time or offerings of their own. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

Ecuador Seminary Program Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40192This project provides furnishings for dorm rooms at the national seminary and books and study resources for the school’s library, as well as helping with upgrades mandated by strict Quito building codes. (Annual Goal: $3,400)

Ecuador Ministry Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40194Medical care is often unavailable for pastors. Donations have paid for surgeries, births, prescription medicine—even coffins. (Annual Goal: $3,500)

GuatemalaGuatemala Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40236

National leader Isaí Calderón and church leaders travel more than 100,000 kilometers annually to provide extension seminaries and Sunday school training for hundreds of pastors and lay leaders. Funds help defray mileage costs. (Annual Goal: $1,200)

HondurasHonduras Church Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40255

Churches have supplied most of the necessary resources for their building projects, using additional funds when necessary. Current funding goes to develop the elementary school building in La Ceiba. (Annual Goal: $6,000)

NicaraguaNicaragua New Church Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40123

Funds underwrite salary, travel expenses, and other outlays for national missionary Guillermo Herrera Moncada and his coworkers. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

PanamaPanama Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30445

Panama is seeing renewal one hundred years after the Church of God was established through the influence of The Gospel Trumpet. (Annual Goal: $1,000)


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ParaguayParaguay Asunción Youth Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30450

Training workshops and seminars are provided for young leaders. Costs include travel expenses and room and board for participants and teachers. (Annual Goal: $6,500)

Paraguay Ciudad del Este Church Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40427Outreach activities continue under pastors Augusto and Teresa Roa through small groups, children and youth programs, and evangelistic campaigns. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

Paraguay Encarnación Church Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40428One of the fastest growing churches in the country, this congregation is planting new churches in Paraguay, as well as neighboring countries. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

PeruPeru Christian Elementary School (Chepen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .40591

The Daniel Sidney Warner Elementary School motto, “Study, Serve, Share,” is well-known to its 100+ elementary school students. Project funds will help complete interior construction and provide tools for teaching information technology. (Annual Goal: $1,500)

UruguayUruguay National Leaders/Workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30630

Jesús Acosta is the national leader for the three congregations, providing leadership training to young urban professionals committed to impacting their very secular country for Christ. (Annual Goal: $3,500)

Uruguay Church Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .40535The Montevideo Church of God is raising capital to add a bathroom and second bedroom to its urban facility, which serves both as the congregation’s meeting place and pastor’s residence. (Annual Goal: $2,500)

VenezuelaVenezuela Church Planting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30642

The Church of God has planted twenty congregations in Venezuela since its introduction in 1979. Several new congregations are being birthed among indigenous groups in the Caura River basin. (Annual Goal: $2,000)

Venezuela Leadership Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .30645Young leaders are being trained and mentored to pastor new churches. This project provides materials and covers costs related to training seminars. (Annual Goal: $1,000)


NORTH AMERICA

Country Churches Believers National LeaderCanada 40 3,353 Eastern Canada Cecile L . Barnhart Western Canada Ken WiedrickUnited States 2,083 230,497 Jim Lyon

TOTAL 2,123 233,850

Handel Smith, Chief Domestic Officer

2 Countries • 2,123 Churches • 233,850 Believers


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Global Strategy—General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .04200This project provides support for basic mission needs around the world. Global Strategy staff evaluates and disburses funds when needed to build ministry efforts. (Annual Goal: $100,000)

Care & Renewal—Missionaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .20001Funds received for Care and Renewal are used for missionaries in need of counseling and debriefing as needed. This fund would pay for conferences, seminars, and continuing education to bring about ministry-related health and growth. (Annual Goal: $5,000)

Preparers of the Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 .20010Funds from this account are used to help prepare missionaries to go to the field and to help missionaries-elect with their start-up budget. (Annual Goal: $10,000)

Emergency Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .20032This fund enables a timely response to emergency needs affecting Church of God missionaries, constituents, or congregations in international regions. (Annual Goal: $7,000)

New Ministry Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 .20505New ministry opportunities sometimes come to our attention from missionaries, national leaders, or the general assembly in different countries. This project allows Global Strategy to seize ministry opportunities not included in the current budget. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

Compassionate MinistriesDisaster Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 .04502

These funds enable an immediate response to major domestic and international disasters affecting Church of God constituents or congregations. Past support has gone to earthquake relief, refugee relief, flood damage, and typhoon, cyclone, and hurricane relief. (Annual Goal: $100,000)

Hunger Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 .04501Funds from this project are used to alleviate hunger caused by unexpected circumstances, often the result of famine, drought, war, or other catastrophes. Funds assist Church of God constituency in hunger-stricken areas of the world. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Church Health-GrowthChurch Planting/Multiplication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 .33403

Critical to the growth of the Church of God is the support we give to new campuses and church plants and to the pastors who have been called to the front lines of ministry. One hundred percent of every dollar sent to church planting will be directed to an actual church plant project. Services include project management, assessments and residency programs. (Annual Goal: $250,000)

Church Revitalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 .33405 There are numerous opportunities to support congregations in need of redevelopment and revitalization. We partner with state and regional organizations to help those who are willing to take the necessary steps for growth. (Annual Goal: $150,000)

Pastoral Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 .33406 A service for churches in transition that could benefit from a short term transitional pastor. This pastor focuses on preparing the church for the new pastor and helps the church move from anxiety to anticipation. (Annual Goal: $100,000)

SHARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 .02001Sustaining Health And Relational Excellence—SHARE—is a companion ministry to SHAPE that takes the principles and practices of SHAPE to congregational leaders. Led by SHAPE pastors, SHARE seeks to bring common vision of mission and congregational life that equips congregations to be the “Body of Christ Fulfilling the Mission of Christ in the World” by building healthy individuals and communities of faith and service in fresh and effective ways. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

Leadership Development and Credentialing Leadership Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 .00101

A dynamic leadership and credentialing system for ministries and missionaries across the globe. This online ministry development tool is also relevant and effective for pastors, training boards, committees and congregations deciding to grow in effectiveness and mission in their kingdom impact. (Annual Goal: $80,000)

Be Bold Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 .41001The Be Bold Academy is designed to equip Christ-centered leaders with world-class resources, training, and coaching. This online tool provides anyone—anywhere, anytime—access to valuable tools for congregational and pastoral health. Subjects include leadership development, church systems training, training on mobilizing volunteers, coaching opportunities for pastors, relationship support services for pastors and lay leaders, youth ministry resources, small group training and implementation, music and sacred arts training and resources, recovery programs, church planting strategies, and more. (Annual Goal: $40,000)

Intern Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 .10000The Intern Academy connects and resources certified Intern Academy coaches and young leaders pursuing a call to ministry through internship experiences, developing Christ-centered leaders for the church. (Annual Goal: $20,000)

Youth Leadership Summit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 .5800 Emerging high school and college leaders come together every two years for an experiential, hands-on leadership development experience. The summit includes exposure to national leaders, family-group conversations, and hands–on ministry. Our goal is to develop Christ-centered leaders. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

Spread the Word Internships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 .20000 Spread the Word internships help students who feel a possible call to missions spend time being strategically coached on the field by people who are currently on the mission field. Our goal is to develop Christ-centered leaders around the world. (Annual Goal: $30,000)

International Youth Convention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 .1100 High School students and their leaders meet in a host city every two years for a time of worship, equipping, and much more. This event is a launching pad, and our goal is for those who attend to experience life change through God’s power at work in their lives. (Annual Goal: $50,000)


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Providing on-site and online training to pastors and key leaders who serve in five Native American ministry areas. The ministry coordinators primary focus is leadership development as they work to equip Jesus- centered leaders by providing global access to world-class resources, training, and coaching. (Annual Goal: $82,000)

American Indian Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .44301 The project supports initiatives through the American Indian Council in conjunction with the effort of Church of God Ministries to change the world by Jesus the subject. The particular focus is to equip Jesus–centered leaders by providing global access to world-class resources, training, and coaching. (Annual Goal: $40,000)

Klagetoh, Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .44355 Klagetoh Shelter Mission Church of God: The project funds pastoral ministry expenses, teaching/discipleship materials for all age groups, major facility repair and upgrades, the meeting of community needs, and utilities. (Annual Goal: $19,000)

Allen, South Dakota . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .44356 Allen Church of God: The project funds ministry programs designed to create indigenous leadership, weekly Bible study, VBS, work camp facilitation, upkeep and upgrade of the church and facilities. They also provide the vital ministry of Celebrate Recovery to help with the great needs of the Native American culture. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Wounded Knee, South Dakota . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 .44357Wounded Knee Church of God: The project funds community outreach needs in one of the poorest areas of the country. It is developing the vital ministry of Celebrate Recovery, suicide prevention. It works in conjunction with the Place of Promise ministry initiative. Wounded Knee also hosts workgroups and VBS for church and community. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Tulalip, Washington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .44358Tulalip Church of God: Funds assist with pastoral and ministry support, community outreach, Alcoholics Anonymous, supplies for children’s Bible classes, and more. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Lapwai, Idaho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .44359Indian Mission Church of God: Funds assist this congregation by helping with leadership training, weekly worship services, children’s ministries, support groups, building maintenance, and pastoral needs. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Alliance, Nebraska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .54363Indian Mission Church of God: Funds assist in helping this congregation serve their community through Celebrate Recovery, transportation, medicine, and housing costs. Christian education, youth ministry, and other benevolence opportunities are supported, as well as providing support for those who are leading this mission. Funds also help with property and maintenance. (Annual Goal: $13,000)

Scottsbluff, Nebraska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .54364Inter-cultural Chapel: Funds help assist this congregation with developing the Celebrate Recovery ministry, conducting leader development, and underwriting Christian education and youth ministry classes, as well as with property bills and maintenance. (Annual Goal: $5,000)

Urban Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 .37301Providing support for urban missions in the U.S. and Canada. Ten-step home mission process to include assessments, training and resources for urban projects. (Annual Goal: $50,000)

Pastoral Health & GrowthClergy Advocacy and Resource Effort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 .33301

Address economic challenges facing pastoral leaders. Provide pastors with a combination of transitional assistance and financial planning education. (Annual Goal: $100,000)

Galatians 6:6 Marriage Retreats/Family Retreats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 .33311 Our pastors and their families are involved in the frontline ministry of the church and greatly need our support. We must continuously find ways to advance their health and growth. Our partnership with Intimate Life Ministries has allowed numerous clergy couples and families to express thanks for relationships strengthened or saved through these retreats. This partnership and others are absolutely vital to the well-being of our pastors and their families. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

SHAPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 .01001 The spiritual, emotional, relational, and physical health of pastors is critical to the fulfillment of the kingdom mission through the life of a local congregation. SHAPE—Sustaining Health And Pastoral Excellence—brings Church of God pastors together in a learning, growing, maturing ministry group that is helping cultivate vital kingdom-focused ministries throughout North America. Funding helps develop new regions as well as supporting existing regional development. (Annual Goal: $15,000)

Chaplain MinistriesMilitary Chaplains Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 .53303

This fund assists and supports the efforts of endorsed military/institutional chaplains to grow professionally and to remain connected with each other and the Church of God at-large. (Annual Goal: $40,000)

Minister’s AidMinister’s Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 .53302

Ministers and their families can find themselves in difficult financial straits without income because of circumstances beyond their control. This fund provides assistance for unexpected critical needs. Funds are limited, but the need is great. Minister’s Aid is a tool in which we can all share; it not only helps us to pray for one another and give verbal sympathy, but it also addresses the tangible needs among our clergy that would otherwise go unaddressed. This can be the buffer that keeps a ministry family from serious disaster. Thank you for choosing to care! (Annual Goal: $100,000)

National Association of Church of GodNational Association of the Church of God . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 .20001

The National Association is a leader in the Church of God movement’s efforts in urban ministry, making a difference in our cities for Christ. The National Association of the Church of God (NACOG) is involved in church planting, leadership development, training, and discipleship. NACOG endeavors to model, promote, and pursue holiness and unity in our churches, in our communities, and to the wider world. (Annual Goal: $50,000)

Hispanic MinistriesConcilio Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 .45401

This project funds Hispanic church plants through the Hispanic Council, leadership development, and training of Hispanic pastors via the Hispanic Bible Institute linked together with the Anderson University School of Theology, and educational materials and related promotional materials linked to specific Hispanic projects. (Annual Goal: $40,000)


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Support of All CBH Language Broadcasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 .30100 CBH works with indigenous teams all over the world to create ten language broadcasts that span five continents and are each unique to the culture in which they are heard: Arabic, English, French, Haitian-Creole, Odia/Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili. For $860, you can underwrite the cost of creation, production duplication, distribution, and support of all CBH language broadcasts for twenty-four hours—one entire day worldwide. For $430, you can underwrite a half day. (Annual goal: $313,900)

CBH Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 .30100 Making CBH available for web and podcasting for millions of daily net-surfers to enjoy at their convenience twenty-four hours a day. (Annual Goal: $3,000)

*If you would like to donate to a specific language broadcast, please call 800-848-2464.

CBH Testimonies

“I listened by chance to your radio program Kello Tamam (CBH-Arabic), and found it interesting to me. I hope to listen to every broadcast.” Ahmed, Egypt

“I love ViewPoint. It’s so uplifting and encouraging. It’s always just what I need to hear and I want to make sure that it continues so that other people can be blessed the same way I have been.” Jackie, California

“Brother Davila, I thank you very much to God for you and your team. I’ve learned so much from your programs on Sunday. Thank you for your prayers! God bless.” Maria, Mexico

Gilbert DavilaSpanish Host

Mario HortPortuguese Host

Walentin SchüleRussian Host

Obed OkechSwahili Host

Jim LyonEnglish Host

Nabil Safi and Myrna SafiArabic Hosts

Benoy Dey & R . R . PandaHindi & Odia Production Team

ENDORSED AGENCIESAnderson University • Anderson University School of Theology Mid-America Christian University • Servant SolutionsWarner Pacific College • Warner University


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Anderson University Administered by Anderson University—John S. Pistole, President

99.AU2 Campus Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,000Leadership and material costs for spiritual growth retreats, workshops, and Bible study groups.

99.AU6 Kissinger Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,000Provides a support program for students with specific learning disabilities. One of the few such centers at liberal arts colleges in the United States.

99.AU7 Church of God Ministers’ Family Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $42,000Special grants for children of Church of God ministers (above and beyond any other student aid).

99.AU8 Matching Church Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $82,000AU matches up to $1,500 for any student receiving a scholarship from their church.

99.AU10 International Student Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $42,000Additional scholarship aid to assist an increased number of international students on campus.

99.AU11 Tri-S Service Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $37,000Special funding to underwrite costs of service projects in other countries where construction materi-als or other supplies are needed.

99.AU12 Campus Ministry Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,000Support of ministry service projects and after-school recreational programs.

99.AU13 Student/Youth Camp Teams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,000Provides leaders, counselors, and music teams for summer church camps.

Anderson University School of Theology Administered by AU School of Theology—James W. Lewis, Dean

99.SOT1 Boyce W. Blackwelder Seminary Tuition Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000

99.SOT8 Seminary Family Expense Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000 Grants to assist seminary families with special moving and living expenses.

99.SOT9 General Student Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,500For students with a level of financial need beyond that provided by the Blackwelder Fund.

99.SOT10 International Student Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,500Special financial assistance to aid the extraordinary expenses of the international seminarian.

99.SOT13 Center for Christian Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Mid-America Christian University Administered by Mid-America Christian University—John Fozard, President

99.MACU1 Matching Church Scholarship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $147,500A sponsoring church will contribute $500 to be matched by the college for the support of the students.

99.MACU2 Vision2Grow Congregational Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$222,500A congregation’s gifting at least 2 percent of its general budget income qualifies any student from that congregation to receive a $1,500/semester general scholarship that can be applied to tuition, as well as room and board.

99.MACU5 Ministry Advancement Program (MAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $122,500Funding that provides scholarships for pastoral, specialized ministry, and worship degree majors. Scholarships are pro-rated according to academic status (i.e., freshman, sophomore, and so forth). Scholarship recipients sign covenants to serve in Church of God congregations following gradua-tion. MAP funding provides for development of ministry curriculum and future hiring of more ministry faculty as well.

Warner Pacific College Administered by Warner Pacific College—Andrea P. Cook, President

99.WPC1 Church Matching Scholarship Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60,000Warner Pacific College matches scholarship awards by churches to encourage students in their edu-cation and promoted ongoing connection with their home congregation. The college provides up to a $1,000 match annually of funds provided by the student’s church.

99.WPC2 Church of God Student Grant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000Supports scholarships for students with heritage within the Church of God reformation movement.

99.WPC7 Campus Ministries Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000The campus ministries program is focused on providing opportunities for students’ spiritual formation and development by bringing speakers to campus for chapel programs and by facilitating small group opportunities for discipleship.

99.WPC15 Missions@WPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000Warner Pacific College is developing students’ interest in and heart for missions through the Mis-sions@WP program. Students have opportunity to participate in cross-cultural trips to South Dakota, Honduras, San Francisco, and Berlin, Germany, working with Children of Promise and Church of God missionaries.

99.WPC17 Service Learning Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000Warner Pacific College’s motto is “Where Faith and Scholarship Lead to Service.” Students partici-pate in service learning in co-curricular programs and in their academic course work. Funds given to support partnership development and administrative work required to facilitate service learning op-portunities. During 2013, students gave over 50,000 hours of service in the city of Portland, equaling more than $1.1 million in volunteer contribution to our neighbors.

99.WPC18 Ministry Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000Funding provides scholarships for students preparing for ministry, reducing the amount of student loans students will need to take to pay the cost of education.

99.WPC22 Academic Skills Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000Warner Pacific College serves many first-generation (first in their family to attend college), low-income, and diverse students. Many students need academic skill development to ensure their academic success. The college provides opportunities for students to participate in a summer academy that addresses their college readiness. These funds will be used to support the academy program and the faculty and staff resources needed to ensure college success.

99.WPC23 Act Six Leadership and Scholarship Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000WPC annually awards ten urban student leaders an innovative scholarship package designed to prepare a new, diverse cadre of student leaders. Act Six equips emerging urban leaders to engage the college campus and their communities in Portland.

Warner University Administered by Warner University—Gregory V. Hall, President

99.WSC4 Leadership Scholarship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000Scholarships to students recommended by their youth minister who have been outstanding leaders in their Church of God congregation.

99.WSC6 Campus Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000Spiritual Life programing on campus by the Chapel Coordinator, Student Ministry Clubs and Fellow-ship of Christian Athletes.


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99.WSC7 Distance Ministry Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000The Online Church Ministry major is designed to give students a solid biblical, theological and practi-cal ministry foundation as they pursue their ministry calling and meet the critical need for professional Christian leaders in the Church of God.

99.WSC16 Church of God Student Recruitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000Program targeting Church of God students through state youth conventions and camp meetings, youth camps and Leadership Institutes.

800-848-2464 • Email: [email protected] GIVE NOW: jesusisthesubject.org/disaster-relief

48-2464 • Email: SLewis@ch

DISASTER RELIEF FUND

Immediate response is critical during times of disaster. We see devastating images coming out of each disaster and each

involves people with severe needs. Church of God Ministries advances funds during disasters with the anticipation of the

gracious outpouring of donations from churches and individuals. 100% of Disaster Relief contributions are utilized

to bring relief to those a�ected by disasters worldwide.

Working with teams from all over the world, we witness how the funds received bring hope to families as they receive food, water, clothing, medical care and shelter to begin to rebuild their lives.

Your gifts are needed to navigate every part of the disaster and recovery process.

ART CLAWSONDirector of Advancement

800 .848 .2144aclawson@chog .org

The Church of God Foundation provides services and resources to assist individuals, local churches, and regional assemblies in leaving a lasting legacy for ministry through gift planning and management support for endowments, charitable trusts, and charitable gift annuities .

The Foundation encourages lifelong stewardship and offers individuals, churches, and assemblies::

• Gift-planning technical and legal expertise• Will and estate seminars• Individual consultations• Printed and electronic materials

All as a means to support ministry in perpetuity.

CHURCH OF GOD FOUNDATION

BOARD

JIM LYON General Director

RONALD V . DUNCAN President

CARL A . HICKS Vice President

KENNETH E . HATCH Secretary

JEFFREY A . JENNESS Board Member

HENRY M . FRALEY JR . Board Member

BOB MOSS Chief Advancement

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WEB: www .chogfoundation .org PHONE: 800-848-2464

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NEED HELP WITH CHOOSING A PROJECT?Contact Debbie Taylor at DTaylor@chog .org or 800-848-2464 Ext . 2129Donations can be given online: chogglobal .org

You serve as the key link in the flow of support funds connecting the people of your congregation to the worldwide ministries of the Church of God .

We trust that this guide will make your record-keeping job easier . You understand the importance of matching funds to the correct projects . You will find that this guide is filled with information and suggestions that will assist you in your treasurer responsibilities . These projects provide significant ministry opportunities; the special project numbers enhance clear channels of accountability .

By listing project numbers on your remittance slips, you are assured that your support funds will be channeled to the designated projects selected by your church leaders .

Enclose your check payable to Church of God Ministries in the envelope provided and send to:

Church of God MinistriesPO Box 2420Anderson, IN 46018-2420

DONATE ONLINE AT CHOGGLOBAL.ORG OR CONTACT DEBBIE TAYLOR AT [email protected] OR 800-848-2464

CONNECT YOUR PASSION THROUGH GIVING...

Steven & Peggy Beverly 42.10004

Sri Lanka

Jonathan & Beth Todd

42.10039

Brazil

Kris & Megan Gilbert42.11233

New Zealand

Mike & Heather Webb42.10093

AfricaREGIONAL COORDINATORS

Jason & AbbyTorgeson 42.10082

Costa Rica

Through the Living Link program, connect your passion, as an individual or as a

congregation, directly in a relationship with a missionary through financial support. In supporting

a missionary financially, you become partners in a common mission.

Prayerfully consider connecting your God-given passion with the passion of these missionaries who have been called to go…

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88 COUNTRIES7,916 CHURCHES

Jim LyonGeneral Director

Daniel KartchnerChief Operating O�cer

Handel SmithChief Domestic O�cer

Bob MossChief Advancement

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Ben ShularChief International

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• Reaching people for Jesus

• Planting and growing churches

• Caring for the destitute

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• Leading mission-focused Bible studies to grow God’s vision for evangelism

• Adopting regions and populations in ministry

• Involving children in missions and outreach ventures

• Expanding our vision for discipleship across the world

• Responding to disasters where people’s hope has been shattered

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regulations. Funds distributed, as allowed by the IRS, will be used in compliance with donor intent.

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A portion of all receipts goes to World Ministry Fund Support Services

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PO Box 2420, Anderson, IN 46018-2420

SAVE DATE

February 14, 2016

theas we join communities across the world to celebrate

From the streets of Berlin to strip clubs in North America our church is being called to action, to proclaim freedom, to love justice, to fight for the oppressed.

TARGET: 1,000 CHURCHES EACH GIVING

$1,000 FOR A TOTAL OF $1,000,000

TO FIGHT HUMAN TRAFFICKING

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