June 10, 2019
“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine…” Acts 2:42
Grace and Peace to all MWDDC Delegates!
I am rejoicing with each of you as we look forward to a high time in the Lord throughout this Council session. Welcome to what promises to be a Jesus Christ-centered fellowship as many of you coming far and near will experience the outpouring of praising God, “having favor with all the people, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, the Word of God preached, and all that believed were together and had all things common.” These words come from the continuance in the Apostles’ doctrine.
I am reading the history of the great outpouring at 312 Azusa Street, Los Angeles, California. The years were 1906 thru 1909, when many were filled with the Holy Ghost, many who came from all over the country and world attending a building which was once contracted to hold storage. The people responsible in securing occupancy probably had no idea what was about to take place as thousands came to be baptized with the Holy Ghost. The origin of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc. began on Azusa Street and continues today. It does not matter who or what tried to impede the Apostles’ doctrine for we were promised that the gates of hell shall not prevail against the church. “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine...”
We anticipate a mighty move of God. We are blessed that you have come. We believe that this Council session will be a blessing to each of us. We also are thankful and blessed to have our Presiding Bishop of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc., the Honorable Bishop Theodore L. Brooks and First Lady L. Janice Brooks with us. May God bless them highly and wonderfully! We welcome Bishop Ira Combs, Jr., the Diocesan of the Northern District Council of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc. and Pastor Jarrett Perdue, our previous International Pentecostal Young People’s Union President. My, I can feel excitement! Come on Jesus, we glorify You, the King of kings and the Lord of lords.
Welcome everyone!
Let us continue steadfastly,
Bishop Richard D. Howell, Jr.
Diocesan of the Minnesota, Wisconsin, Dakotas District Council
7th Episcopal District of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
PLEASE NOTE: All sessions are OPEN to EVERYONE except where indicated on list.
Key for abbreviation used in this schedule: MMA = Men’s Ministry Auxiliary; CEA = Christian Education Auxiliary; GB = General Body; MCWA = Missionary & Christian Women’s Auxiliary; MWMW = Minister’s Wives & Minster’s Widows; PYPU = Pentecostal Young Peoples Union; MEA = Marriage Enrichment Auxiliary; SPA = Single People’s Auxiliary; CE = Community Outreach
Facilitator: Deacon Derrick Palmer, MWDDC CEA Chair, Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Roseville, MN
Facilitators: Dr. Phillip & Dr. Claudia Little, Apostolic House of Deliverance, Sioux Falls, SD
Speaker: Bishop Theodore L. Brooks, Sr. — Presiding Bishop of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
Facilitator: Minister Arnetta Phillips, Shiloh Temple International Ministries, Minneapolis, MN
Speaker: Pastor Jarrett Perdue, The Gathering Place Worship Assembly, Chicago, IL
Facilitator: Dr. Andrea Langford, Shiloh Temple International Ministries, Minneapolis, MN
Presenter: First Lady L. Janice Brooks, Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
Description: In this session, we will focus on strategies and answers in navigating the role of the spouse as they maintain continuity in the church.
Presenter: First Lady Tracy Clark, Apostolic House of Deliverance, Sioux Falls, SD
Description: This workshop is designed to teach the believer how to survive in the 21st century.
Presenter: Suffragan Bishop Eugene Johnson, Madison Pentecostal Assembly, Madison, WI
Description: From these sessions, the participants will gain a renewed focus and determination to serve in God's kingdom, become a better steward of the mysteries of God, and have a better understanding and appreciation of the necessity of placing more emphasis on the principles of the Apostolic doctrine in their respective ministry. Additionally, participants will gain tools for teaching lay members and developing leaders within the local church, which will encourage them to fulfill their calling and purpose in the Lord.
Presenter: Pastor Marquis Young, Greater Bethlehem Temple, Milwaukee, WI
Description: Many relationships are superficial. In this seminar we will learn how to have a genuine relationship with other men. Men are struggling daily and it’s time to move away from superficial and move into authentic relationship.
Facilitators: Dr. Phillip & Dr. Claudia Little, Apostolic House of Deliverance, Sioux Falls, SD
Speaker: Bishop Ira Combs, Jr. — Diocesan of the 5th Episcopal District of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.
Facilitator: Sister Kimberly Hardy, Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Roseville, MN
Description: This workshop will be a time for single brothers and sisters, 18 yrs. and older, to meet their ministry leaders, and those who may be interested in becoming leaders. There will be information given about topics that will be discussed and opportunities for participation in events, on both the MWDDC and P.A.W. level. (Light refreshments will be served)
Facilitators: District Elder Vernon Green and Dr. Karen Green, Christ Temple Victory Center, Duluth, MN
Deacon Siji Saula, Latter Rain Ministries, Fargo, ND and Minister Cearah Hamilton, Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Roseville, MN
Facilitators: Minister Sharieon Long and Minister Jordan Borer-Nelson, Shiloh Temple International Ministries, Minneapolis, MN
Presenter: District Elder Tyrone Maxwell, City of Reconciliation, St. Paul, MN
Description: Join the Men’s Ministry as we dig into the Doctrine of the Apostles, submitting ourselves to the revelatory power of the Holy Ghost, in order to more fully understand our responsibilities as ambassadors for Christ.
Presenter: Evangelist Grace Gates, Mt. Zion Assembly Healing Temple of the Apostolic Faith, Milwaukee, WI
Description: This workshop will deal with the importance of hiding the apostles’ teachings in our hearts and not “just” our head. When we hide these teachings in our heart, they become personal, i.e. a part of us, which provide us with the guidance, direction, etc. we need to be productive in God’s kingdom. Whereas, when these teachings are only in our head there is a disconnect and we become like the fig tree in Matthew 21:18-19 that had an appearance of maturity but no fruit. It was unproductive in accomplishing its purpose.
Presenter: Evangelist Eunice Riley, Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Roseville, MN
Description: A study of God's commandments and why it is to our benefit to follow His will....and enjoy life! This power packed seminar will explore the difference in a life just surviving through a journey with Christ and one that is thriving with joy and blessings through obedience and steadfastness to God.
