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ABOUT THE ISRAEL OF GOD 1

THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP 2

SENIOR PASTOR 2

ELDERS 3

CORPORATE SECRETARY 7

LOCATIONS 8

PROPERTIES OWNED BY IOG 8

PROPERTIES LEASED BY IOG 12

THE ISRAEL OF GOD CONNECTIONS 14

SABBATH DAY CLASS 14

QUESTIONS AND ANSWER 14

PRAYER NIGHT & CLASS 14

WYJS TV SERIES and CANTV SERIES 14

THE BALM OF GILEAD RADIO SHOW 15

SOCIAL MEDIA 15

IOG WEBSITE & APP 15

IOG BIBLE TV APP 15

THE ISRAEL OF GOD SANTUARY GUIDELINES / COMMUNICATION 16

SAFETY PLAN (Please Read) 16

SANTUARY RULES 16

DRESS CODE 17

ANNOUNCEMENTS 17

TITHES & OFFERINGS 17

THE ISREAL OF GOD SERVICES 18

OFFICE STAFF 18

CHILDREN CLASSES 18

BEREAVEMENT SERVICES 18

BAPTISM 19

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES & SHUTTLES 19

THE ISRAEL OF GOD STORE (IOG STORE) 19

LESSON REFERENCE BOOKS 19

NEWSLETTER 20

THE IOG CAREER DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 20

SUNRISE CLINICAL HEALTH SERVICES (Circumcision Clinic) 20

THE LORD’S HIGH SABBATHS & FEAST DAYS 21

THE LORD’S DIETARY LAW & CLEANLINESS LAWS 21

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ABOUT THE ISRAEL OF GOD The Israel of God is a Bible Study Class. Our purpose is to teach the Word of God according to the Prophets (Old Testament) and Apostles (New Testament). We observe the Lord’s Sabbath Day, the Lord’s Feast Days (as outlined in Leviticus 23rd chapter), and the Lord’s Dietary Law (as outlined in Leviticus 11th chapter). We teach and observe the Royal Law, which is the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20). We also believe in the resurrection and that Jesus is the King of Israel who will rule over the House of Jacob forever. We believe that Jesus is the God of all people and that his house “shall be a house of prayer for all people.” (Isaiah 56:7)

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

SENIOR PASTOR

HENRY BUIE

Sisters and Brothers, We welcome you to The Israel of God where we teach the King James version of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. This tool was created to provide you with information on a variety of topics, to assist you in becoming more familiar with our biblical lessons, children and youth classes, many aspects of how we operate at IOG and our leadership. As you read through this Information Booklet, please feel free to take notes if you have questions. Our leadership team is available to answer any questions. As the Israel of God continues to grow, we hope you are encouraged to get involved in a ministry. Brother Buie Senior Pastor

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

ELDERS

ANDREW REID

BEREAVEMENT Coordinate Memorial and Repast services held at IOG. FEAST COMMITTEE Overseer of all Feast initiatives.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT Provide support efforts to assist members with their

career, personal and professional goals. INFORMATION BOOKLET

Manage and coordinate the IOG Information Booklet communications.

INTERNATIONAL ASSESSMENT Complete assessment on churches and individuals seeking

to start IOG classes. CHRISTIAN ISRAELITE INSTITUTE

Update children and youth class curriculums.

DINO DURHAM

FRANK WHEELER

NEEDY FUND Coordinate efforts for responding to members in need and determining disposition. PRAYER, HEALTH & SPIRITUAL COUNSELING Responsible for leading a team who provides prayer and spiritual guidance to members.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

ELDERS

MICAH ISRAEL

FEAST COMMITTEE Responsible for managing Feast Servers.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE INFORMATION COMMITTEE Is an out-reach committee that connects the Israel of

God and the Chicago Human Services Programs. Provides information on housing for Seniors, Adults,

Individuals and Families, Handicap and the Homeless.

C JAMES WARD

MELVIN CRAWFORD

PRISON MINISTRY AND YOUTH INCARCERATION Minister to those who are in prisons by teaching the Word of God from Genesis to Revelation.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

ELDERS

JIMMIE NORWOOD

NEEDY FUND Coordinate efforts for responding to members in need and determining disposition. PRAYER, HEALTH & SPIRITUAL COUNSELING Responsible for leading a team who provides prayer and spiritual guidance to members. COMMUNITY EVANGELIST Provide ministerial services, goods and educational efforts to sisters and brothers in nearby communities.

INVENTORY

Responsible for tracking inventory of all items in the possession of IOG.

PURCHASING AGENT Review and approve all IOG purchases.

FINANCE

WILLIAM TURNER

TYRONE KEELEN

USHERS Oversee Ushers Committee. WELCOME Oversee Welcome Committee. TRANSPORTATION Coordinate all transportation needs for members. SET UP CREW Oversee set-up and breakdown of Sanctuary and Banquet Hall for Feasts and other Events. CHRISTIAN ISRAELITE INSTITUTE Update children and youth class curriculums.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

ELDERS

YOUTH Oversee youth initiatives.

WEBSITE Responsible for managing content and updating

the Israel of God website. INTERNATIONAL ASSESSMENT

Complete assessment on churches and individuals seeking to start the Israel of God

classes. BEREAVEMENT

Coordinate Memorial and Repast services held at the Israel of God.

MARKETING COMMITTEE Coordinates all communications and marketing

promotions for the Israel of God through its external/internal print and electronic vehicles.

TEACHERS TRAVEL SCHEDULING Coordinate travel schedules for teachers.

CHRISTIAN ISRAELITE INSTITUTE Update children and youth class curriculums.

JAMIN ISRAEL

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING Manage aspects of Social Media

related to Israel of God. BALM OF GILEAD PROGRAMMING

Producer of weekly biblical radio show.

FEAST COMMITTEE Overseer of all Feast initiatives.

NATHANIEL SHACKELFORD

VIDEO DISTRIBUTION Oversee video distribution for Sabbath lessons. AUDIO DISTRIBUTION Oversee audio distribution for all Sabbath lessons. PRAYER, HEALTH & SPIRITUAL COUNSELING Responsible for leading a team who provides prayer and spiritual guidance to members.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD RIVERDALE LEADERSHIP

ELDERS

HOOVER THOMAS

TELECOMMUNICATIONS Manage incoming calls for Wednesday, Friday and Saturday lessons. ADMINISTRATION Coordinate efforts related to announcements and other administrative related initiatives. NEWSLETTER Manage team who creates quarterly IOG Newsletter. SOCIAL MEDIA/MARKETING Manage aspects of Social Media related to IOG. BALM OF GILEAD PROGRAMMING Producer of weekly biblical radio show. CHRISTIAN ISRAELITE INSTITUTE Update children and youth class curriculums. CHOIR Oversee the Choir guidelines.

CORPORATE SECRETARY

MIKE JONES

PROJECT MANAGER Responsible for managing the entire building of the Riverdale Church Project. RESEARCH SECRETARY Responsible for inspecting new properties for lease or purchase.

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LOCATIONS (Properties owned by IOG)

R I V E R D A L E , I L L I N O I S 520 W. 138th St Riverdale, Illinois 60827 PHONE: 708-392-1320 or 1 (800) 96-BIBLE FAX: (708)841-7268 WEBSITE: https://theisraelofgod.com/ EMAIL: [email protected] CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

CONTACT PERSON BRO. HENRY BUIE

A T L A N T A , G E O R G I A 4957 Redan Rd. Stone Mountain, GA 30088 PHONE: (404)298-9393 FAX: (404)298-9324 WEBSITE: https://theisraelofgodatl.com/ CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. DEUEL HILL

B A T O N R O U G E , L O U I S A N A

1821 Wooddale Court Baton Rouge, LA 70806 PHONE: (773)255-9858 CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. JAMES ANDERSON

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LOCATIONS (Properties owned by IOG)

B U F F A L O , N E W Y O R K

372 Fougeron St. Buffalo, NY 14211 PHONE: (716)897-2270 CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. HAROLD WALKER

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. TROY FIELDS

D A L L A S , T E X A S

522 Holcomb Road Dallas, TX 75217 PHONE: (214)432-7711 FAX: (214)421-0615 WEBSITE: https://israelofgoddallas.com/ EMAIL: [email protected] CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. RANDOLF THOMAS

H O U S T O N , T E X A S 11411 Homestead Rd. Houston, TX 77016 PHONE: (832)598-4707 WEBSITE: https://theisraelofgod.com/ EMAIL: [email protected] CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

J A C K S O N , M I S S I S S I P P I

440 Cedars of Lebanon Rd. Jackson, MS 39206 PHONE: (601)487-8162 CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. PATRICK CHRISTIAN

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LOCATIONS (Properties owned by IOG)

K A L A M A Z O O , M I C H I G A N 625 Stassen Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49004 PHONE: (269)381-1926 FAX: (269)381-1924 WEBSITE: https://www.theisraelofgodkzoo.com/ CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. ROBERT RYAN

L O S A N G E L E S , C A L I F O R N I A 224 W. Etiwanda Ave, Rialto, CA Los Angeles, CA 92376 PHONE: (702)934-4092 CLASS TIME: 9:30 A.M. PST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. MIKE MURRAY

M E M P H I S , T E N N E S S E E

4485 Elvis Presley Blvd. Memphis, TN 38116 PHONE: (901)332-6221 FAX: (901)348-4419 CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. GARVIN BANKS

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LOCATIONS (Properties owned by IOG)

M I N N E A P O L I S , M I N N E S O T A 2922 Cedar Ave. South Minneapolis, MN 55407 PHONE: 612)418-8311 FAX: (612)354-7857 CLASS TIME: 12:00 Noon CST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. BILL ASHFORD

O R L A N D O , F L O R I D A 5967 W. Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32808 PHONE: (407)601-6629 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.theisraelofgodorlando.com PODCAST: www.blogtalkradio.com CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

CONTACT PERSON

BRO. DAMIAN LYNCH

H A R A R E , Z I M B A B W E , A F Morris Depot Chapel Corner of 10th Street & Baines Ave. Harare Zimbabwe CLASS TIME: 12:30 P.M. GMT

CONTACT PERSON

BLESSING GIHAI

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LOCATION (Properties Leased by IOG)

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 2808 E Tudor Rd Unit #3 Anchorage, AK 99507 PHONE: (907)240-0527 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Richard Bello CLASS TIME: 9:00 A.M. AKST

BIRMINGHAM UK Afro-Caribbean Millennium Centre, 339 Dudley Road, Winson Green Birmingham B18 4HB, United Kingdom PHONE: (216)860-0539 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Mark Reid [email protected] CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. GMT+1

AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN Courtyard Marriott 2550 Aimee Lane Auburn Hills, MI 48326 PHONE: (248)310-1622 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Lawrence Coburn CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

CLEVELAND, OHIO 3224 West 65th Street Cleveland, OH 44102 PHONE: (216)860-0539 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Ernest Jackson CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND Druid Hill YMCA 1609 Druid Hill Ave. Baltimore, MD 21217 PHONE: (667)401-7565 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Andre Henry CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 510 Old Augusta Road Greenville, SC 29605 PHONE: (864)381-8386 CONTACT PERSON: SILOAM CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. CST

BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 5340 Oporto Madrid Blvd Irondale, AL 35210 PHONE: (205)356-5401 CONTACT: Bro. Drake Mauldin CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

ISELIN, NEW JERSEY APH Hotel 120 S Wood Ave. Iselin, NJ 08830 PHONE: (732)213-0870 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Allen Cook CLASS TIME: 1:00 P.M. EST

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LOCATION (Properties Leased by IOG)

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI Kansas City Kansas 4501 Walnut Kansas City, MO PHONE: (816)878-9593 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Gerald Maze CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. EST

SIKESTON, MISSOURI The Israel of God 205 Rogers St. Sikeston, MO 63801 PHONE: (618)306-0885 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Eddie Amos CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA Hilton Garden Inn 7665 East Chase Parkway, Montgomery Alabama 36117 PHONE: (334)398-1371 CONTACT PERSON: Cecil White EMAIL: [email protected]

CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI 1330 Aubert Ave. Suite 120 St. Louis, MO 63113 PHONE: (314)449-1224 CONTACT PERSON: Bro. Kevin Smith CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

PHOENIX, ARIZONA Arizona Castor Plaza 331 W EARLL Phoenix, AZ 85017 PHONE: (602)348-1946 CONTACT: Bro. Boyce Thomas CLASS TIME: 12:00 P.M. CST

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD CONNECTIONS

IOG has TV shows, live streaming, radio broadcasts, call-in services and interactive Q & A available for members and those interested in understanding the Word of God worldwide.

SABBATH DAY CLASS

Every Saturday @ 12:00 P.M. CST Live Streaming https://theisraelofgod.com/watch-online

Phone-in Services 800-96-BIBLE (24253) Please make sure that you mute your phone.

If you do not get a scripture or miss a class, the Text Lessons of the Sabbath classes are available on the IOG website https://theisraelofgod.com/text-lessons

QUESTION AND ANSWER

Every Saturday immediately after the Sabbath Day class – (In the Teen Room) Every Wednesday @ 7:30 P.M. CST

Interact with Q&A, at the Riverdale Location or call 800-96-BIBLE (24253) This Q&A session is live streamed: https://www.youtube.com/user/IOGIsrael

You can also watch past Q&A sessions

PRAYER NIGHT & CLASS

Prayer services every Friday @ 7:00 P.M., Live stream starts at 7:30 P.M. CST Live streamed https://www.youtube.com/user/IOGIsrael Call in 800-96-BIBLE (24253)

WYJS TV SERIES

Youtube Channel - BIBLE SPEAKS - Every Tuesday @ 7:00 P.M. CST on Channel 62.1 – Chicago Area

CANTV SERIES

BIBLE SPEAKS - 30-minute lessons taught by subject, various IOG Teachers Every Tuesday @ 7:00 P.M. CST Channel 36 on Comcast Cable

Every Wednesday @ 9:00 A.M. CST Channel 36 on Comcast Cable Every Sabbath @ 10:00 a.m. EST – Borough of Manhattan New York Channel 1997 on

Spectrum Every Sunday @ 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST in the Country of St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Telecomm Station Channel 9

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD CONNECTIONS

THE BALM OF GILEAD RADIO SHOW

Every Thursday @ 7:30 P.M. CST

It can be viewed on Facebook, Instagram, and Periscope. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BalmofGileadRadio

SOCIAL MEDIA

IOG has social media please follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theisraelofgodbiblestudyclass

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheIsraelofGod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theisraelofgod/

Google +: https://plus.google.com/101604502803780755903 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/IOGIsrael

IOG WEBSITE & APP

IOG has a website and APP that can be utilized by members and those that are interested in the teachings at the IOG. (https://theisrealofgod.com) The mobile App can be downloaded

for the IOS and Android devices.

IOG BIBLE TV APP

IOG has a Bible TV APP that can be utilized by all those seeking to stream videos to learn the Bible by Subject and Title. Watch via Chromecast or Airplay on your TV. Download and the

IOG APP from App Store or Google Play (Androids)

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD SANTUARY GUIDELINES / COMMUNICATIONS

SAFETY PLAN

Safety of our members and guest is very important. Always be aware of your surroundings, note the exits in the event of an emergency evacuation. (There is an evacuation map on the north side of the sanctuary). The ushers are available in the event of any emergencies, they are in constant communication for your safety. If you have a medical emergency, please do not hesitate to reach out to an Usher. If we get 20 false alarms and three actual emergencies, we would rather be safe than sorry that you did not ask for our help. We have staff that can stabilize the emergency until medical help arrives.

SANTUARY RULES

The sanctuary is the place where we listen to the Word of God Please do your part to help keep the house of God clean, including no eating or

drinking in the sanctuary Please avoid distracting the teachers and other members sitting around your

proximity (i.e. ringing cellphone, talking, crying babies) Refrain from using your cellphone except for using your Bible App Please turn your cell phone off or on vibrate Joshua’s Room (Baby’s Room) - IOG has a room which allows parents to remove a

noisy child from the sanctuary and continue to view the lesson. (See Welcome Committee Member or Usher regarding location)

Coat Check Room – IOG has a coat check during the fall/winter months. (See a Welcome Committee Member or Usher regarding location)

Children Wash Room Visits – All children are to be escorted to the washroom by an Usher or Welcome Committee member if needed. For Example: boys s/b escorted by Male Ushers if no male relative is present; girls s/b escorted by a Female Usher or Welcome Committee member if no female relative is present

Lost and Found – IOG has a designated location for retrieval of lost items. (See Welcome Committee Member or Usher regarding location)

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD SANTUARY GUIDELINES / COMMUNICATIONS

DRESS CODE

HEAD COVERING, Women are required to wear a head covering whenever they read the Word of God. A man should not wear a head covering while in the church or reading the word of God. This is a biblical commandment of the Lord. (1 Corinthians 11:1-15)

When the class begins all females (this includes babies) should have their heads covered. The Israel of God has a pamphlet explaining Head Covering, visit the resource center by Door 3. In the event you do not have a scarf a head covering can be provided from the Ushers in the lobby by each door.

IOG HAS A DRESS CODE FOR BOTH WOMEN AND MEN.

Dress Code for Sisters Please wear a head covering, such as a hat, scarf, etc. This is required. Do not wear pants, shorts, skorts, mini or tight-fitting bottoms, halter tops of any kind or revealing splits.

Dress Code for Brothers Please remove any head covering upon entering the building and while in the building. Do not wear sleeveless shirts, short pants, tight-fitting pants, fleece jogging pants or any other revealing pants. Younger brothers: Please wear belts on your pants and pull them up on your waist, tuck your shirt tail in your pants, and if you’re wearing overalls, wear the straps on the shoulders. Fringes are NOT allowed.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements are read every Sabbath immediately after class. If you have announcements related to IOG class business ONLY, please send them to [email protected], no later than Friday at Noon.

TITHES AND OFFERINGS

Tithes and Offerings boxes are at all entrance doors entering the sanctuary. There are tithe envelopes on top of each box. Please remember to complete the front and back of the envelopes completely. Check numbers should be placed on the front lower right side of the envelope. Use black or blue ink pens only.

You can also pay your Tithes and other donations on the Israel of God website or app, paying with a credit card or PayPal.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD SERVICES

OFFICE STAFF

The office staff is available Monday - Friday from 9:00 A.M. CST – 5:00 P.M. CST. The team is comprised of three full time staff members; Sisters Yuropa, Shanika and Pam. IOG Phone number (708) 392-1320 or (800) 96-BIBLE.

CHILDREN CLASSES

Joshua’s Room (Baby’s Room) Parents are allowed in the room. CHILDREN CLASS (Ages 4-6; Ages 7-8; Ages 9-12) You can sign up to attend the class, it starts at 11:45 a.m. Parents are asked to volunteer once every two months to assist with teaching the class. Please see Bro. James Shaw or visit the children’s class for more information. TEEN CLASS (13-17) The teen class starts immediately after the choir sings. They meet in the banquet hall on the west wall. Teens are required to have the KJV bible, pen and notebook.

BEREAVEMENT SERVICES

Memorial and Repast services are available to The Israel of God members and their immediate family members including spouses, children, parents or unmarried daughters. Services will be provided Sunday - Thursday, and no services on Fridays, the Sabbath Day or during any Feast days.

MEMORIAL / FUNERAL • To request an officiant for your loved one’s Memorial or Funeral service,

please contact the IOG office at (708) 392-1320 or (800) 96-BIBLE. The office is open Monday-Friday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

REPAST • To schedule a Repast, please contact The Repast Committee at

[email protected]. The Repast will take place in the IOG Banquet Hall only. The Repast Committee will facilitate all food donations. Outside food and alcohol are not allowed.

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD SERVICES

BAPTISM All baptisms are performed after class. The date of the Baptisms will be announced. If you have any questions or are interested in being baptized, please contact Bro. Cornell to have your name placed on the list after the Sabbath class. Or, call the office and leave a message with the staff.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES & SHUTTLES

If you require assistance with transportation to and from Bible Study Class, please schedule with the Transportation Team at Door 3 or call us at 872-333-9833

THE ISRAEL OF GOD STORE (IOG STORE)

IOG website has a store that you can purchase books, music CD’s and Lesson CD/DVDs. After class on the Sabbath day, you can also purchase the day’s lesson and pick-up previous lesson that you have reserved during the week. (Located at the church office)

(Amazon have Kindle Edition) • These Are The Laws Pertaining to Cleanliness According to The God of Israel

(Kindle) • The Four Winds of Heaven: Plus, an Analysis of the Rapture, Saved and Born

Again (Kindle) • The Dietary Law: According to the Scriptures (Kindle) • An Overview of the Feasts of the Lord: Feasts of Unleavened Bread, Pentecost,

Tabernacles and the Memorial of Passover (Kindle)

LESSON REFERENCE BOOKS

The church library has reference books listed below, that are utilized by the teachers to support lessons that are taught by the IOG teachers. The library books are reserved for teachers only. Some of the books are available for purchase**

• A Pictorial History of the Italian People • Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance

• Atlas of the Bible • The Four Winds of Heaven**

• An Overview of the Feasts of the Lord** • The Last Two Million Years

• Grolier Encyclopedia • World Scope Encyclopedia

• King James Bible • Zondervan’s Compact Bible Dictionary

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THE ISRAEL OF GOD SERVICES

NEWSLETTER

the Israel of God newsletter is produced quarterly and contains information related to Bible classes, Feast days, Health, nutrition, featured articles on history and current topics designed to increase knowledge. If you have information you would like to share in the newsletter, please send it to [email protected] or contact Elder Hoover. The deadline/release schedule, fees for classified ads and newsletter staff are below.

Newsletter Deadlines and Release Schedule Deadline Content Covers Months Release Month March 20 January, February, March April June 20 April, May, June July

September 20 July, August, September October December 20 October, November, December January

Remember • Information must be received before the deadline or it will be included in the

following quarter • Include your telephone number and email address • All content must be typed or in printable form

Fees for Classified Ads: Small $5.00 Medium $7.00 Large $10.00

THE IOG CAREER DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Has a Twitter page and their mission is: “To help others to further career, personal and professional goals.” You can follow them @https://twitter.com/IOGCDC

SUNRISE CLINICAL HEALTH SERVICES (Circumcision Clinic)

The Israel of God is happy to announce the opening of the Sunrise Clinical Health Services facility which provides Health and Circumcision services. Clinic is located at 502 West 138th Street in Riverdale IL; hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST. For more detailed information about services please contact clinic direct at (708)880-1215.

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THE LORD’S HIGH SABBATHS & FEAST DAYS

The Israel of God observes all Feast of the Lord (High Day) which are outlined in the 23rd chapter of Leviticus. Each High Day has a significant meaning, which reveal the Plan of God. Each High and Holy Day is observed in its season. We make the dates of the feasts available before the end of each year. You can reserve these days by using vacation or personal days from your respectful employer. All food for the feasts are prepared according to the dietary and cleanliness laws. We cannot have foods prepared by outside services. You may sign-up with the Feast Committee to help prepare food, after you have been a member for at least six months.

PASSOVER

FEAST OF UNLEAVENED BREAD

PENTECOST (The Feast of Weeks)

MEMORIAL OF THE BLOWING OF THE TRUMPETS

DAY OF ATONEMENT

FEAST OF TABERNACLES

THE 8TH DAY, THAT GREAT DAY OF THE FEAST

THE LORD’S CLEANLINESS LAW & DIETARY LAW

God’s cleanliness laws explain what is considered clean and unclean according to the Word of God. The Cleanliness Laws discuss, purification after bodily discharges, childbirth, touching dead bodies, Dietary Law and How to Prepare Foods for the Feasts. Following the dietary law is a commandment of God. (Leviticus 11:1-47) (Deuteronomy 14). The Research Committee has a Clean and Unclean website. The site lists the dietary laws, clean and unclean animals, and additives that are used to determine if foods are clean or unclean. You will find a listing of foods that have been researched by the committee. Please check the listing often for updates. http://www.theisraelofgodrc.com/ResearchCommittee.html

If there are updates for any of the topics in this booklet, please send them to

[email protected]

WELCOME TO the Israel of God

PLEASE FILL OUT THE BRIEF QUESTIONNAIRE BELOW. UPON COMPLETION INSERT IN THE TITHES & OFFERINGS BOX.

WE HOPE YOU ENJOYED THE LESSON AND ENCOURAGE YOU TO COME AGAIN!

ARE YOU A: 1ST TIME VISITOR RETURNING VISITOR

NAME: DATE:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIPCODE:

PHONE: EMAIL:

YOU MATER TO US! WHAT ARE YOUR INTERESTS OR QUESTIONS?

PRAYER COUNSELING SABBATH DAY FEAST DAYS

TITHES CLEANLINESS LAWS BAPTISM Q/A CLASS

DIETARY LAWS HEAD COVERING

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE ISRAEL OF GOD?

THE BIBLE SPEAKS INTERNET FAMILY/FRIEND IOG MEMBER

OTHER

THANK YOU AGAIN FOR COMING AND WE HOPE YOU JOIN US AGAIN!

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