Ohio Diocese Convocation CHURCH OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST 2017

EMBASSY SUITES May 4-6, 2017

4554 LAKE FOREST DRIVE BLUE ASH, OHIO 45242

“I'm Ready To Be A Faithful Witness”

Bishop Kim S. Fitzgerald Ohio Diocesan Bishop

MISSION STATEMENT We are organized and united to carry out the

mandates of Jesus Christ to evangelize the world by baptizing and making disciples for Him,

teaching them to obey and follow His commands, and to promote, establish and advance ministries

as they relate to the communities we are called to serve. The early Pentecostal church was a vibrant church set on fire by the Holy Ghost.

It's simple but clear message of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus was proclaimed with enthusiasm, unity, steadfastness, love and joy.

The outpouring of the Holy Ghost on others intensified the message.

Convocation Room Directory

Morning Majesty Prayer …………………………..…….………. Ballroom

Registration……………………………….……………………...… Atrium

Ohio Diocese Bishop’s Office…………………………..……….. Boardroom 1

Ohio Diocese Executive Office………………………………...... Boardroom 2

Nurse/First Aid Station…………………………………..………... ???

Ohio Diocese Choir Rehearsal………………………..........…… Ballroom

DIOCESE BISHOP'S OFFICE HOURS: Friday......... 11:00am – 11:45am

Friday…….... 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Saturday…....12:10pm – 2:50pm

Saturday….... 9:00pm – 10:45am

OHIO DIOCESE EXECUTIVE OFFICE HOURS: Friday……...... 9:00am – 1:00pm Saturday……... 9:00am – 12:00pm

All State Reports (Church & Auxiliary) can be turned in during these hours.

Attention Parents, Guardians and Youth Caretakers: It is your responsibility to ensure that your childarrives at all COOLJC Ohio Diocese workshops, special events, and service locations within the hotel.Please accompany your children to their destinations. And please do not allow the children to walk aloneand unsupervised throughout the hotel. The Diocese will do our very best to assist you in directions toyour childrens youth events. However, the Diocese is not responsible for the safety of your children whentraveling alone or outside of supervision for Diocese events and activities.

Welcome to the 2017 OHIO DIOCESE CONVOCATION

May 5, 2017

I’m Ready to Be a Faithful Witness!

Delegates, Saints and Friends

Praise the Lord!

Welcome to the 2017 Ohio Diocese Convocation of the Church of Our Lord JesusChrist of the Apostolic Faith! We are glad you came.

It is our hope that you will wholeheartedly join with us in worship, prayer,learning and preparation to receive from the Lord, and to do His will. And wehave chosen a location which we believe will help us to achieve these goals.

We are truly living in perilous times. The world is lost. And men, women, andchildren in the church are losing their way. Confusion is sweeping across theland as never before seen. Whether it is marriage, sexual identity, familystructure or basic Biblical salvation concepts, many have wandered from thepath of Holiness. From drugs to human trafficking, invasion of privacy tooutright suppression of Christian expression, all that is godly is under attack.

However, no matter how difficult the times are, or how perplexing it is in thisage, there always remains a glorious hope. The hope is firmly rooted in GodHimself. He stays true to His promises and upholds His Word. He never leavesHimself without a witness. All it takes is a faithful witness to the power andresurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ in order to change lives and altercircumstances. So prepare to come and be inspired, and to leave with this year'stheme in your heart, “I'm Ready to Be a Faithful Witness”.

Bishop Kim Fitzgerald

Ohio Diocesan Bishop

TIME LISTING OF SESSIONS AND EVENTS LOCATION

6:00PM OHIO DIOCESE CABINET MEETING REDWOOD

7:00PM GAMES, FELLOWSHIP, FUN, AND REFRESHMENTS ATRIUM

7:00AM-8:00AM EARLY MORNING MAJESTY (PRAYER AND WORSHIP) BALLROOM Elder Michael Ward – Pilgrim Church of Christ

8:00AM.........................................BREAKFAST HOUR BREAKFAST AREA

Complimentary Breakfast Included with Your Hotel Stay: Mon-Fri 6:30am-9:30am Sat-Sun 6:30am-10:30am

8:30AM-5:00PM.....................GENERAL REGISTRATION ATRIUM 9:30AM-10:45AM GENERAL SESSION THEME: “I'm Ready To Be A Faithful Witness” BALLROOM

OHIO DIOCESAN BISHOP KIM FITZGERALD

WORKSHOPS11:00AM-12:00NOON Understanding the Heroin Epidemic WILLOW Facilitator: Sister Deseree Perry & Sister Wanda Warren

11:00AM-12:00NOON Gaining A Hungry Land BIRCH Facilitator: Pastor Kelvin Pate

12:00NOON-1:30PM LUNCH AND FELLOWSHIP

12:00NOON-1:30PM Ministers and Deacons Wives Guild Luncheon SYCAMORE

12:00NOON-1:00PM Clergy Luncheon REDWOOD1:00PM-3:00PM CLERGY TRAINING SESSION REDWOOD

Instructor: Bishop Henry Davenport Solomon's Temple, Detroit Michigan

WORKSHOPS1:30PM-3:00PM Getting Your House In Order WILLOW Facilitator: Deacon Alan Costner

1:30PM-3:00PM What's Up Doc? BIRCH Facilitator: First Lady Elaine Fitzgerald

friDAY, MAY 5

thursDAY, MAY 4

TIME LISTING OF SESSIONS AND EVENTS LOCATION

BUSINESS SESSIONS3:15PM-4:45PM Brotherhood Assembly and Business Session WILLOW

3:15PM-4:45PM Missionary, Women's Council, and M&DWG BIRCH (Assembly and Business Session)

4:45PM OHIO DIOCESE CHOIR REHEARSAL WILLOW

5:00PM-7:30PM DINNER HOUR.... Complimentary hors d'oeuvres Included with Your Hotel Stay: Sun-Sat 5:30pm-7:30pm NEXT TO BREAKFAST AREA

7:30PM FRIDAY EVENING GLORY SERVICE BALLROOM

Bishop Kim S. Fitzgerald Ohio Diocesan Bishop

7:30PM ABYPU REDWOOD (So too, at the present time, there is a remnant Chosen By Grace) NIV Chosen Generation Academy – AGES 5-12

11:00PM FRIDAY NIGHT - MIDNIGHT PROGRAM REDWOOD ABYPU/SUNDAY SCHOOL BIBLE BOWL (The Bible Bowl Will Be from the Book of II Samuel)

TIME LISTING OF SESSIONS AND EVENTS LOCATION

7:00AM-8:00AM EARLY MORNING MAJESTY (PRAYER AND WORSHIP) BALLROOM Pastor Donald Evans- Temple of Praise

8:00AM........................................BREAKFAST HOUR BREAKFAST AREA Complimentary Breakfast Included with

Your Hotel Stay: Mon-Fri 6:30am-9:30am Sat-Sun 6:30am-10:30am

8:30AM-5:00PM.......................GENERAL REGISTRATION ATRIUM

CONGRESS SESSION EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES9:00AM-11:00AM ABYPU/Sunday School Department BALLROOM Program & Business Session - Superintendent Participation Awards Arts & Crafts Exhibits Oratorical Contest

9:00AM-11:30AM ABYPU/Sunday School ARTS & CRAFTS SHOWCASE BALLROOM LOBBY

SATURDAY, MAY 6

friDAY, MAY 5-continued

TIME LISTING OF SESSIONS AND EVENTS LOCATION

CONGRESS SESSION EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES- Continued 11:00AM-11:30AM ABYPU Business Session REDWOOD11:30AM-12:30PM ABYPU LEADERSHIP SESSION REDWOOD The Power of Being “THE” Example

WORKSHOPS11:00AM-12:00NOON God's Intent and Purpose for Marriage BIRCH Facilitator: Ohio Diocesan Bishop Kim Fitzgerald

11:00AM-12:00NOON Family Matters: Basic Morals For Today's Family WILLOW Panel Discussion- Topics: 1. Growing Older 3. Children's Discipline 2. Blendedfamilies 4. Taking Care of Loved Ones Facilitator: Sister Rose Handon Panel: Lady Josephine Tyson, Mother Florence Maye Minister Larry Jackson, Pastor Carl Jackson 12:00NOON-1:30PM LUNCH, FELLOWSHIP, AND CHECKOUT

WORKSHOPS AND ASSEMBLIES

1:30PM-2:30PM The Breakthrough Prayer WILLOW Facilitator: Pastor Donald Evans

1:30PM-2:30PM Leading Reluctant People: ( Recognizing the Reason BIRCH Why and Bringing Them Into Their Purpose) Facilitator: Elder Graylin Stargell

1:30PM-2:30PM OHIO DIOCESE DEACON'S UNION SYCAMORE (For Deacons and those wanting to be Deacons) 3:00PM GENERAL EXECUTIVE SESSION BALLROOM

4:15PM SATURDAY AFTERNOON GLORY SERVICE BALLROOM

Bishop Henry Davenport Solomon's Temple Detroit, Michigan

SATURDAY, MAY 6-continued

Meeting Called To Order Prayer Scripture

Reading of the MinutesReport of the Treasurer

Special Reports Convention Committee Home Missions Finance Committee District Elders

Spiritual Reports- Churches Reporting

Unfinished Business

New Business Dollar A Day Program New Events Calendar Ministry Reports (Auxiliaries)

AppointmentsMemorial Recess

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Executive SessionSaturday, May 6, 2017

Bishop Kim Fitzgerald, Presiding3:00PM

Bishop Kim S. Fitzgerald

Bishop Kim S. Fitzgerald is the Ohio Diocese’s fourth Bishop. Born and raised in New York City. He began his journey with Jesus at the tender age of nine, when he was baptized in the name of Jesus.

As an adolescent, Bishop Fitzgerald recalls overhearing his grandmothertalking to his older cousin about the gift of the Holy Spirit. And it was atthat moment, he decided that he was going to receive that Gift. At the ageof twelve, he received the baptism of the Holy Spirit at Refuge Temple inBrooklyn, New York.

While so many other young men were being led astray by the trappings of the world, Bishop Fitzgeraldallowed himself to be led by the Holy Spirit and enrolled in the Church of Christ Bible Institute from1973 to 1974. The Church of Christ Bible Institute was founded in 1926, by Bishop R.C. Lawson. Hesuccessfully balanced Bible school. He received the call to ministry. As he continued to follow afterJesus, his scholastic endeavors flourished. In 1979, Bishop Fitzgerald received his Doctorate ofMedicine from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine.

In 1979, Bishop Fitzgerald received his Doctorate of Medicine from State University of New YorkDownstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Bishop’s medical career planted him in Cleveland,Ohio, where he joined Pilgrim Church of Christ, under the leadership of Apostle James A. Maye.

Bishop Fitzgerald was ordained an Elder in the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ in 1985. Thefollowing year, he was installed as pastor of New Bethlehem Apostolic Church in Cleveland, Ohio.New Bethlehem Apostolic Church would later become known as Victorious Church of Christ.

In 2005, Bishop Fitzgerald was promoted to District Elder. In 2012, Bishop Fitzgerald was ordainedand consecrated to the Bishopric. And he now serves the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ and theBody of Christ as the Ohio Diocesan Bishop.

God's hand of favor is also upon Bishop Fitzgerald's professional life. In 1986, Bishop Fitzgeraldbecame a board certified urologist through the American Urological Association. From 1993-2003, heserved as the Chief of the Department of Urology for Kaiser Permanente, in Cleveland, Ohio.

In 2016, our beloved Bishop joined University Hospitals of Cleveland's team of world premier pysicians. Bishop Fitzgerald serves as the Director of Urology at the Richmond Heights, and BedfordHeights campuses of University Hospitals of Cleveland.

Bishop Fitzgerald resides in South Euclid, Ohio with his beautiful bride of 31 years, First Lady ElaineFitzgerald, who is a pediatrician, songwriter, and director of music at Victorious Church of Christ. Bishop and First Lady Fitzgerald are the proud parents of six wonderful children.

2017 CONVOCATION WORKSHOP SUMMARIES

The Breakthrough PrayerThe Conference was awesome. The Revival was great. The Seminar kind of helped. But they all came to an end. And now, I’m underattack…again. Enough is Enough. If you are tired of being buffeted by the enemy, tired of worrying about your loved ones, yourfinances, and your health, then join me as we share what the enemy already knows – “There is a BreakThrough Prayer”. Don’t miss it!Your blessing is one petition away.

Facilitator: Pastor Donald Evans

What's Up Doc?The latest on health and easy recipes to start you on your way! Facilitator: First Lady Elaine Fitzgerald

Leading Reluctant People: Recognizing the Reason Why and Bringing Them Into Their PurposeLeadership success, during times of change or growth, is based on how well a leader handles reluctance. This interactive session willcover how to identify, address, communicate, and implement strategies necessary to move your team or auxiliary forward.

Facilitator: Elder Graylin Stargell

God's Intent and Purpose for MarriageThis workshop shall address God’s original plan and purpose for mankind. It will begin with the original commandments given to Adamand Eve, and why this was done. A Godly marriage will be described and “false marriages” will be exposed. Threats to a true marriage

shall be discussed and analyzed. Facilitator: Ohio Diocesan Bishop Kim Fitzgerald

Getting Your House In OrderIn God’s Blessing Plan, it states we are “the head and not the tail.” It further went on to say, “We would lend and not borrow.” If thisis the case, then why are we living beneath our privileges? Simply put, “We need to get our house in order.” Come and explore whatit takes to bring order in our house. Today’s economy is going to require a different strategy for the financial well-being of ourfamilies.

Facilitator: Deacon Alan Costner

Understanding the Heroin EpedimicThe solution, which is JESUS CHRIST, must be maximized in the heroin epidemic crisis. Philippians 4:13 tells us, “I can do all thingsthrough Christ who strengthens me.” This is still one of the most powerful scriptures in the Word of God; but it must be usedeffectively, not just memorized or quoted. Even in this crisis, Jesus is always ready to show himself strong and mighty on behalf ofanyone who puts their trust in Him. We must stop shaking our heads at situations as if people have no hope. My question to you is, (IS THERE ANYTHING TO HARD FOR GOD?) By the way, this is a rhetorical question! We as Saintsshould have that certain kind of Faith when we approach others to help them in the heroine epidemic war. We must be already armedwith the WORD and equipped for the battle. We must be grounded in the faith, which is laid on a sure foundation. We must be readyto long-suffer with souls unto salvation.

Facilitator: Sister Deseree Perry and Sister Wanda Warren

Gaining A Hungry LandIn a World where so many people are suffering for lack of the Word of God, our priority must be to reach others and share The GoodNews of the Gospel, and to share our testimony. The Word that we give someone else now, is how Jesus becomes known about in thenext generation. So let us be equipped and ready to increase the Citizens in the Kingdom and the family of Jesus Christ.

Facilitator: Pastor Kelvin Pate

Family Matters: Basic Morals For Today's FamilyThis panel discussion will focus on the challenges that many of us face for ourselves and with our family. Many unpredictable eventscan challenge and change our lives, such as, caring for loved ones, growing older, blending families, and even experiencing instruggles in disciplining children. In this panel discussion, you will have an opportunity to present your questions, and gain ideas, aswell as obtain solutions for encountered struggles and problems in these areas.

Facilitator: Sister Rose Handon Panel: Mother Florence Maye, Minister Larry Jackson, Lady Josephine Tyson, and Pastor Carl Jackson

CABINET OFFICERS ANNOUNCEMENT:ATTN: Executive Officers Ohio Diocese Pastors State Cabinet Department Heads State Departmental Vice Presidents Ohio Diocese Leadership Conference Saturday, June 10 2017 10:00am-3:00pm All State Officers & Diocese Pastors Are To Be Present

Please Confirm Your Attendance Count Call 216-860-3225 or Email: gbargstat@yahoo.com

LOCATION: Troyer's Dutch Heritage Restaurant 720 SR 97 West, Bellville, Ohio 44813

419-886-7070 Directions: I-71, Exit 165 (Located 12 miles south of Mansfield)

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2017 OHIO DIOCESE NORTHERN DISTRICT MEETING

Sunday, Septemer 17, 2017

Church Of Change 17325 Euclid Avenue

Cafeteria Room – FLOOR 2 Cleveland, Ohio 44112

Elder Kelvin Pate, Pastor

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2017 OHIO HOME MISSIONS CONFERENCE/ 3 DAY REVIVAL / PLANNING SESSION at STRAIGHTGATE CHURCH OF CHRIST 6420 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45213 Elder Kenneth Newton, Pastor

event agenda for all 3 days below:

Thursday, September 7, 2017 Friday, September 8, 2017 7:00pm 7:00pmOHIO DIOCESE REVIVAL – DAY 1 OHIO DIOCESE REVIVAL – DAY 2

Saturday, September 9, 2017 ALL DAY SATURDAY (MULTIPLE EVENTS) AGENDA BELOW: 9:00am – 12:00noon 2017 OHIO HOME MISSIONS CONFERENCE “Leading A Hurting People To A Healing Christ”

1:00pm – 5:00pm 6:00pm2017 OHIO DIOCESE PLANNING SESSION OHIO DIOCESE DAY 3 REVIVAL

ATTN: ALL OHIO DIOCESE DEPARTMENT HEADS

RE: PRE-PLANNING SESSION MEETINGS

Please plan to schedule your Pre-Planning SessionDepartmental Meetings for:Friday, September 8, 2017

Please Telephone 216-860-3225 or Email: gbargstat@yahoo.comto Book Your Departmental Meeting Space, please indicate your NAME, DEPARTMENT, and your needed MEETING TIME.

Note: All Friday Departmental Pre-Planning Session Meetings must be ended by 5:00PM

JOIN THE MAILING LIST: Go To IWCCOOLJC.ORG HOMEPAGE AND SIGN UP!

For More Information Email: presidentiwc@gmail.comIWC FORMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP AND DROP OFF AT THE2017 OHIO CONVOCATION REGISTRATION DESK:

**IWC CONVENTION Hotel Room Booking forms **Reporting Forms**IWC CONVENTION Pre-Registration forms **Hall of Fame Nomination Forms

OHIO DIOCESE CONVOCATION REGISTRATION FEES: Adults 18 and Over $25.00

Youth 13-17 $15.00 Under 13 No Fee

Families of 5 or more $25.00 per adult and $10 per youth

OHIO DIOCESE CONVOCATION OFFICERS AND STAFF

Ohio Diocesan BishopBishop Kim S. Fitzgerald

Executive Assistant, Pastor Carl JacksonExecutive Secretary, Deacon Tannis Vaughn

Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer, Deacon Alan CostnerAdministrative Assistant, Sister Monique Witherspoon

Convention CommitteeSister Cheryl Wilson, Convention Committee Chairperson

Convention Committee AssistantElder Graylin Stargell

Executive OfficeSister Karole Head

RegistrationSister Marchelle Vaughn

HospitalitySister Deshawn Jackson

UshersSister Cheryl Sparks

Nurses

Sound & Technology

Security

Program CommitteeSister Kimberly Pate, Program Committee Chairperson

Sister Kelli Thomas, Armor Bearers Young Peoples' Union (ABYPU) PresidentDeacon David Jackson, Sunday School Superintendent

Sister Myrtle Williams, State Missionary PresidentLady Josephine Tyson, Women's Council President

First Lady Elaine Fitzgerald, Ministers and Deacon's Wives Guild (M&DWG) PresidentOhio Diocese Deacons Union

Pastor Kenneth Newton, Home Missions DirectorBrother Wesley Ransom, Choir Director

Minister Larry Jackson, Brotherhood President

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Christ Cathedral Church3350 Allegheny AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43209Phone: (614) 237-9495Pastor: Elder Waymon Malone

Precious Blood Church5253 Bennett RoadToledo, Ohio 43612Phone: (419) 536-1484Pastor: District Elder Carl A. Jackson

Cleveland Church of Christ/Citadel of Hope Ministries1035 East 105th StreetCleveland, Ohio 44108Phone: (216) 761-4500Pastor: Bishop Lincoln Haughton

Rehoboth Temple1111 East Long StreetMailing: P.O. Box 83326Columbus, Ohio 43203Phone: (614) 252-8219Fax: (614) 252-5225Pastor: Apostle Bradford B. Berry

Eliezer Church of Christ1413 St. Clair AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43211Phone: (614) 299-6815Pastor: Elder Phillip Smedley Sr.

Straightgate Church of Christ6420 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, Ohio 45213Phone: (513) 984-5278Pastor: Elder Kenneth Newton

Church of Change 17325 Euclid Ave. - Suite 2108 (Chess Room)Cleveland, Ohio 44112Mailing: P.O. Box 68, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44222Phone: (216)860-3800Pastor: Elder Kelvin Pate

United Church of Jesus Christ6589 Terrill StreetRavenna, Ohio 44266 Phone: (330) 297-1161Pastor: District Elder James E. Sanders

Little Rock Church of Christ857 Frebis Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43206Phone: (614) 443-7625Pastor: Elder Blair Burke

Victorious Church of Christ4084 Lee RoadCleveland, Ohio 44128Phone: (216) 295-0119Pastor: Bishop Kim S. Fitzgerald

Pilgrim Church of Christ616 E.105th StreetMailing: P.O. Box 608096Cleveland, Ohio 44108(216)761-2279 / Fax: (216)761-9949Pastor: Apostle James A. Maye

Saints AssemblyOf the Lord Jesus Christ4291 Lee RoadCleveland, Ohio 44128(216)561-5673Pastor: Michael Odom

Temple of Praise Courtyard Marriott Hotel2901 Airport DriveColumbus, Ohio 43219614-626-3377Pastor: Elder Donald Evans

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