The IPHC Focuses on We Prayerfully Value Justice in 2019
He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God? – Micah 6:8 The International Pentecostal Holiness Church will focus on its 6th core value, We Prayerfully Value Justice, in 2019. General Superintendent Doug Beacham feels this is a timely... Read More
O Come All Ye Faithful [Video]
“And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.” John 6:35 Bethlehem, “house of bread”, serves as a place of hope for God’s people throughout its history. As the birthplace of Christ, Bethlehem brought... Read More
December 2018 Monthly Update
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The Greatest Show of All
On Tuesday, November 18, the streets of Falcon, North Carolina, were filled with floats, clowns, trains, and candy…a lot of candy! Children lined the streets carrying pillowcases and bags in anticipation of the parade rolling through town. Visitors from around the country gathered to bring Christmas joy, gifts, and commodities to Falcon Children’s Home. For many,... Read More
Is Your Church Open to All Kinds of People?
In Japan where I have served on the mission field for many years, it is helpful to remember the biblical declaration that says, “The last shall be first, and the first, last.” This is because the Japanese name order is the reverse of ours. When you are introduced to someone, your family name comes first... Read More
You Might Be Guilty of Mistreating Women Ministers If…
Ever since the Harvey Weinstein scandal shook Hollywood in 2017, the #MeToo Movement has dominated the headlines. Women who once kept silent are now talking openly about the pain of sexual abuse. As a result, more women in the church—including leaders like Beth Moore—began stepping up to address issues of abuse and gender bias in... Read More
Four Ways To Overcome Racial Barriers in Your Church
A few years ago I accompanied my wife and a few of our congregation’s members to the women’s conference sponsored by our local IPHC conference. The majority of the attendees were Caucasian women, with only a few Latinos and African-Americans. The leadership, music, worship and speakers were all white. We felt welcomed. There were no... Read More
Angels We Have Heard on High [Video]
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” Luke 2:14 The shepherds were the first to receive the good news of Christ’s birth. They responded to this message with haste and became the first people to worship Jesus—returning to their fields glorifying and praising God. Encountering the life... Read More
Effective Partnerships: #58 with Rev. Norm Wilkie
In this episode of the Leadership Cast, Dr. Lou Shirey, director of Clergy Development, talks with Rev. Norm Wilkie who served Spirit Life Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for 35 years as assistant pastor and senior pastor. Join these leaders in the first of a two-part series as they discuss the role of the assistant pastor and effective leadership transitions. CLICK HERE... Read More
November/December 2018 Encourage Magazine
The November/December 2018 issue of Encourage magazine is ready to read and download! In this issue of Encourage, you will find articles by several well-known speakers and authors including Presiding Bishop Doug Beacham, Lee Grady, Dr. Paul Carrette, Karen Lucas, and Russell Board.
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