We continue to seek God for the ministry at Waverly. We are in a time of seeking HIM for practical direction in following the GREAT COMMISSION. To that end we are empowered to go and preach, teach and witness the gospel in our world in Waverly and surrounding area.
Therefore... What is the therefore there for in the GREAT COMMISSION? Yes, therefore is in the GREAT COMMISSION. Not to be confusing and redundant but to focus on the empowering aspect of the GREAT COMMISSION.... Here is the focus of the GREAT COMMISSION,"And Jesus came to them and spake unto them, saying, "ALL AUTHORITY hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth." Christ assures His disciples that HE has all authority in heaven and IN EARTH. That is the assurance we have for the authority and empowerment needed to fulfill the practical aspect and we hear his directive.."Go ye THEREFORE and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world." Matthew 28:18-20
His disciples then GO in His authority with complete and full empowerment to make disciples and to mentor them to also make disciples. No intimidation, no fear, or distraction can deter His disciples from that GREAT COMMISSION. Waverly is a part of that GREAT COMMISSION.
Now, I ask again what is the therefore there for? The therefore is there for His disciples to remind them that the GREAT COMMISSION is not about them but about HIM and HIS authority. LETS GO!!!!!! IN HIS AUTHORITY!!!!!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Friday, April 1, 2011
Tribute To Bishop Eugene Weakley
Last night was the visitation for Bishop Weakley. Many ministers and friends were there. Someone said, "we could almost have a convention with so many here." It was amazing to see so many out to visit the family and pay their respect to a giant of a man but it was not surprising because Bishop Weakley was loved and he loved many.
He was such a great example as a Christian and minister of the gospel. He became a "father in the faith" to me. I was one of those ministers who needed a lot of prayer, patience and discipline. He offered those needs to me on various occasions. I remember asking him what advice he would give a young minister. He said, "Stay close to God, pray and keep yourself pure."
He became more like my own earthly father as years passed by. My biological father was not in my life from a very early age as a boy and he died in 2002. I remember the last time Dad Weakley was in our home in Huntingdon where we Pastored. We were going to a funeral visitation after Sunday morning service and I was rushing around like I was in a foot race. In his fatherly way he said, "Son you better slow down or you'll be an old man before your time." I've tried to follow that advice ever since.
Sister Weakley is like my second mother. When I first was diagnosed with cancer the first time, I remember calling her and asking for prayer. She said, "I sure will." Thank God for these two faithful prayer warriors. They have been and continue to be great examples of loving,caring and faithful Christians. We will miss Dad Weakley but he has kept the faith and now he is with the Lord. We will see you again dear friend and Dad.
We will continue to pray for Sister Weakley, Regina, Jeff and the rest of the family.
He was such a great example as a Christian and minister of the gospel. He became a "father in the faith" to me. I was one of those ministers who needed a lot of prayer, patience and discipline. He offered those needs to me on various occasions. I remember asking him what advice he would give a young minister. He said, "Stay close to God, pray and keep yourself pure."
He became more like my own earthly father as years passed by. My biological father was not in my life from a very early age as a boy and he died in 2002. I remember the last time Dad Weakley was in our home in Huntingdon where we Pastored. We were going to a funeral visitation after Sunday morning service and I was rushing around like I was in a foot race. In his fatherly way he said, "Son you better slow down or you'll be an old man before your time." I've tried to follow that advice ever since.
Sister Weakley is like my second mother. When I first was diagnosed with cancer the first time, I remember calling her and asking for prayer. She said, "I sure will." Thank God for these two faithful prayer warriors. They have been and continue to be great examples of loving,caring and faithful Christians. We will miss Dad Weakley but he has kept the faith and now he is with the Lord. We will see you again dear friend and Dad.
We will continue to pray for Sister Weakley, Regina, Jeff and the rest of the family.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Bishop Eugene Weakley's Visitation and Funeral Arrangements
From Bishop E. C. McKinley's blog
Visitation:
Thursday, March 31, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Services:
Friday, April 1, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Murfreesboro Funeral Home
145 Innsbrooke Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN. 37128
www.murfreesborofuneralhome.com
Dr. E.C. McKinley, presiding bishop will be in charge of service
Visitation:
Thursday, March 31, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Services:
Friday, April 1, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Murfreesboro Funeral Home
145 Innsbrooke Blvd
Murfreesboro, TN. 37128
www.murfreesborofuneralhome.com
Dr. E.C. McKinley, presiding bishop will be in charge of service
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Passing of Bishop Eugene Weakley
We are saddened to report the passing of Bishop Eugene Weakley. He was a giant of a Christian and minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He served as State Overseer of TN Church of God of Prophecy for 14 years. We were blessed to serve under his leadership for 10 years as pastors. He will be greatly missed but we rejoice in that his suffering is over and he is now with his Savior and Lord - Jesus Christ.
Karen and I were with the family along with his Pastor Verlin Thornton, Presiding Bishop of The Church of God of Prophecy in Tennessee, Bishop E. C. McKinley and several other pastors, members and friends. His passing was sad but it was also a time of singing and praise and realizing that he reached his final destination - to be in the perfect presence of the Lord for ever and ever.
We continue to pray for the family. Arrangements will be announced later.
Karen and I were with the family along with his Pastor Verlin Thornton, Presiding Bishop of The Church of God of Prophecy in Tennessee, Bishop E. C. McKinley and several other pastors, members and friends. His passing was sad but it was also a time of singing and praise and realizing that he reached his final destination - to be in the perfect presence of the Lord for ever and ever.
We continue to pray for the family. Arrangements will be announced later.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Pastor Gary Clements Memorial Fund
The following is from TN Church of God of Prophecy Presiding Bishop E. C. McKinley's blog - Voice of Hope.
The North American Leadership Council has set up a memorial fund at the Tennessee State Office to assist Peggy and the children. For those wanting to make contribution, this can be made payable to the Church of God of Prophecy with the memo line “Gary Clements Memorial Fund”, mailing address is:
P O Box 2319,
Hendersonville, TN 37077-2319.
For the international office personnel you could also send inter-office to Londa Richardson, Room #202.
The North American Leadership Council has set up a memorial fund at the Tennessee State Office to assist Peggy and the children. For those wanting to make contribution, this can be made payable to the Church of God of Prophecy with the memo line “Gary Clements Memorial Fund”, mailing address is:
P O Box 2319,
Hendersonville, TN 37077-2319.
For the international office personnel you could also send inter-office to Londa Richardson, Room #202.
Friday, March 4, 2011
Pastor Gary Clements
We are saddened to report the passing of Pastor Gary Clements of the Roberts Tabernacle Church of God of Prophecy. He is the middle son of North American Presbyter Sam Clements and wife Linda Clements.
Pastor Gary left a great legacy of ministry, leadership and love and care to his family.
Our love and prayers go out to the Clements family.
The following is from Woodard Funeral Home in Westmoreland, TN
Bro. Gary Wayne Clements, age 40 of Westmoreland, passed away Wednesday, March 2nd. Funeral services will be conducted Sat. March 5th @ 2PM from Roberts Tabernacle Church with Bishop E. C. McKinley and Bishop George McLaughlin officiating. Interment will follow in Roberts Tabernacle Cemetery. The family will recieve visitors on Friday, March 4th from 5PM-9PM and Sat. March 5th from 9AM-service time. (All visitation will be held at Roberts Tabernacle Church.)
Bro. Clements was the Pastor and a member of Roberts Tabernacle Church of God of Prophecy in Westmoreland, Tennessee.
He is survived by his parents, Sam N. and Linda Cathey Clements of Cleveland, TN; his loving wife, Peggy Teeter Clements of Westmoreland; his daughters, Katelyn Clements and Kaleigh Clements both of Westmoreland; his son, Sam Clements of Westmoreland; his brothers, Greg & (Monica) Clements and Gerry & (Lisa) Clements both of Cleveland, TN; his brother-in-law, Bill & (Kristi) Teeter of Pottsville, AR; his nieces and nephews, Krista Clements and Mikaela Clements both of Cleveland, TN, Will Teeter of Pottsville, AR, Gavin Haney and Brylee Clements both of Cleveland, TN; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dan and Minnie Teeter of Russellville, AR; and a host of friends and relatives.
For further information go to our TN State Bishop E. C. McKinley's blog
Pastor Gary left a great legacy of ministry, leadership and love and care to his family.
Our love and prayers go out to the Clements family.
The following is from Woodard Funeral Home in Westmoreland, TN
Bro. Gary Wayne Clements, age 40 of Westmoreland, passed away Wednesday, March 2nd. Funeral services will be conducted Sat. March 5th @ 2PM from Roberts Tabernacle Church with Bishop E. C. McKinley and Bishop George McLaughlin officiating. Interment will follow in Roberts Tabernacle Cemetery. The family will recieve visitors on Friday, March 4th from 5PM-9PM and Sat. March 5th from 9AM-service time. (All visitation will be held at Roberts Tabernacle Church.)
Bro. Clements was the Pastor and a member of Roberts Tabernacle Church of God of Prophecy in Westmoreland, Tennessee.
He is survived by his parents, Sam N. and Linda Cathey Clements of Cleveland, TN; his loving wife, Peggy Teeter Clements of Westmoreland; his daughters, Katelyn Clements and Kaleigh Clements both of Westmoreland; his son, Sam Clements of Westmoreland; his brothers, Greg & (Monica) Clements and Gerry & (Lisa) Clements both of Cleveland, TN; his brother-in-law, Bill & (Kristi) Teeter of Pottsville, AR; his nieces and nephews, Krista Clements and Mikaela Clements both of Cleveland, TN, Will Teeter of Pottsville, AR, Gavin Haney and Brylee Clements both of Cleveland, TN; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dan and Minnie Teeter of Russellville, AR; and a host of friends and relatives.
For further information go to our TN State Bishop E. C. McKinley's blog
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Bobby Bowen To Minister The Gospel In Song
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