News - IPHC

Remembering: Rev. William Noyel “Bill” Jones

July 9th, 2025

IPHC mourns the passing of Rev. William Noyel “Bill” Jones, former Superintendent of the Georgia Conference (now known as LifePoint Ministries). Presiding Bishop A.D. Beacham, Jr. shared: “Rev. Bill Jones served Jesus and the IPHC with distinction. I had the joyful honor of working closely with him in the Georgia Conference and serving with him...

40 Years at Living Hope: Pastor Keith Gilliam

July 7th, 2025

Pastor Keith Gilliam has been at Living Hope Church in Lenoir, North Carolina, for 40 years. The church, started in 1950, changed names in 2018, when Gilliam felt the Lord’s prompting to remember 1 Peter 1:3, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given...

Ephesians 3:14, 15 “Let’s Try This Again”

July 7th, 2025

The “divine interruption” of Ephesians 3:2-13 brought Paul back to his first thoughts in Ephesians 3:1. It’s almost like when Paul mentioned his tribulations (imprisonment) in 3:13 that it became the connection back to his thoughts in 3:1 about being “the prisoner of Christ Jesus for you Gentiles.” Thus, he used the exact phrase in...

The Awakening: From the Director's Desk

July 3rd, 2025

FROM THE DIRECTOR'S DESK - Madeline Nix - Over the past 15 years, The Awakening has served as a gateway to the nations and a doorway to missions ministry for the next generation. At every international border we’ve crossed, with every mission trip team we’ve taken, in every internship we’ve led, and at every missions...

Appalachian Conference’s New Superintendent: Larry Meadors

July 2nd, 2025

On June 30th, 2025, Bishop Larry Meadors was installed as the new Superintendent of the Appalachian Conference, following the retirement of Preston Mathena. Presiding Bishop A.D. Beacham, Jr. was present to install Bishop Meadors. Bishop Beacham remarked, “I have served with Larry in various boards and committees for over 20 years. He is well prepared...

World Missions Ministries Releases its 2024 Statistical Report

June 30th, 2025

- World Missions Ministries Communications Office OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.— World Missions Ministries (WMM) announces its 2024 Statistical Report detailing an increased ministry presence in six new countries and the planting of 722 new churches. In 2017, WMM accepted the challenge brought forth in the ARISE 2033 vision to plant 5,000 new churches outside of the...

Freedom in Christ: A Call to National & Spiritual Awakening

June 27th, 2025

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Honduras Elects First Female Conference Superintendent in Recent Business Session

June 26th, 2025

Honduras Elects First Female Conference Superintendent in Recent Business Session - World Missions Ministries Communications Office HONDURAS – On May 24, 2025, during a Spirit-filled Business Session, Pastora Maria Dominga Cruz Moran was elected as Honduras’ first female Conference Superintendent. Maria Cruz’s election marks a historic leadership transition for Honduras and the global International Pentecostal...

State of Urgency: Engaging the Privileges and the Responsibilities of our Freedom

June 26th, 2025

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Presley Newsletter: June 2025

June 25th, 2025

Hello friends and mission partners! Here is a brief update on the wonderful things the Lord has been doing over the past few weeks in our mission field. We now have seven churches and three house churches in Switzerland. Pictured below are Kathleen and I with the leader, Igor Agapov, and his wife, Lena. We...

Military Chaplains: Why They Serve, For the Freedom

June 25th, 2025

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Video Links for National Pastors Conference

June 25th, 2025

Did you miss the National Pastors Conference? Or maybe you heard something and can't quite remember it exactly? Here is your chance . . . National Pastors Conference Videos You will find many of the presenters including Pastor Mike Dodson, Pastor Bill Rose, Merle Gilley, Pastor Jared Fabec and more in this NPC Showcase. The night...

New President of the IPH Foundation: Preston Mathena

June 24th, 2025

Bishop Preston Mathena, Superintendent of the Appalachian Conference for the last fifteen years, is embarking on a new journey, retiring from his position as Superintendent and stepping in as President of the IPH Foundation. Born into a blended family in War, West Virginia, in 1956, Mathena couldn’t have imagined where the Lord would take...

Meyer Newsletter: June 2025

June 23rd, 2025

What a promise! 2 Thessalonians 3:3 “For the Lord is faithful, He will strengthen you and protect you.” Dear Ministry Partners, with this WORD in me, I am running the race to serve Him with all my heart. Thank you for sending me! Thank you also for all the birthday wishes this month. On June...

Emerging Church Leaders Pioneer Christ-Centered Models in Diverse Urban Landscapes

June 23rd, 2025

At a recent church planting intensive, three innovative church planters presented bold visions for advancing the gospel through unconventional yet highly contextual strategies—each uniquely tailored to the diverse cities they serve. Cory and Kaili Crook, based in Long Beach, California, are preparing to launch a church that will deeply engage the local community through the...

Hope from Tragedy. Peace from Chaos: Pastor Mike Pickett

June 16th, 2025

Pastor Mike Pickett was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and was placed for adoption. His adoptive parents, James and Joyce Pickett, who already had grown children of their own, were in their forties at the time of his adoption. Mike’s father was a heavy drinker and a truck driver, who was away more than he was...

Banaga Newsletter: June 2025

June 11th, 2025

Building His Kingdom in Indo-Pacific As we step into 2025, we rejoice in God’s unwavering faithfulness! From our base here in Northern Philippines, the Lord is opening new doors to serve Him and build His Kingdom, especially in strengthening churches across the Indo-Pacific region. Join us in celebrating His goodness as we share how He...

The Jubilee Campaign: Taking Care of Mortgage Debt

June 10th, 2025

Lead Pastors Guy and Lenora Hannum, Youth Pastor Kasey Selvanayagam, and Children’s Pastor Jill Harris meet every Monday morning to discuss upcoming events and plan the week’s activities for New Covenant Church in Dadeville, Alabama. Pastor Guy describes the team as extremely creative, with big dreams for their church and community. Their...

Roy Newsletter: June 2025

June 4th, 2025

GREETINGS EVERYONE As always, we trust all is well with you and your loved ones. Family is a very important part of life. We have a lot to report on, but so little space. Time seems to go by so fast. We are already six months into 2025. As missionaries and as Regional Director, we...

When God Interrupts Our Thoughts – Part 2 Ephesians 3:1-13

June 4th, 2025

In Part 2 of Paul’s “interruption” in Ephesians 3 (read Part 1 here), we focus on Ephesians 3:8-13, where Paul continues to discuss his understanding of the “ministry” he received by God’s grace (3:2, 7). This ministry was that he “should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, and to make all see...

A Hope and a Future Ministry: Jill Howell and Corey Sparks

June 2nd, 2025

Jill Howell and Corey Sparks are two women in addiction recovery whose lives have been transformed by the work and encouragement given at Destiny Outreach Ministries in Springville, Virginia. Recently, IPHC shared a story about Pastor Steve Branch and his efforts in the recovery community, utilizing the tools provided through the Celebrate Recovery program. According...

Clowers Newsletter: May 2025

May 22nd, 2025

Greetings from our household to yours! We hope this letter finds you well. Here is a brief update from us! The who’s who of ELI Project: Meet Mark! Mark is lovingly known as the “crisp (chips) stealer” of our Family Nights and The Hangout. At any of our events, we must warn everyone not to...

Pentecostal Holiness Church South Africa Makes Differentiation from South Africa’s “IPHC”

May 21st, 2025

Pentecostal Holiness Church South Africa Makes Differentiation from South Africa’s “IPHC” Recent and recurring news reports and events have brought global attention to the International Pentecostal Holiness Church in South Africa, sparking concern amongst our IPHC family around the world. World Missions Ministries, in conjunction with the Pentecostal Holiness Church in South Africa, reiterates that...

A Lesson on the Sermon on the Mount

April 23rd, 2025

“Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Matthew 7:24 Family Devotion Today friends we are going to read a real life, true story from the Bible in Matthew 7. Today, we’re going to hear a parable. A parable...

A dedicated servant leader, Chaplain (COL) Jerry L. Jones, US Army Retired

April 10th, 2025

HGM Church Plants: Celebrating 2024

April 10th, 2025 Jessi Lowe

2024 was an incredible year of church planting for the IPHC, with 18 launches across the United States and Puerto Rico, a 50% increase from the previous year. These newly launched churches hit the ground running and saw a remarkable number of salvations: 389. Praise the Lord for these souls! Dr. Trey Jones, Director of...

Looking Ahead to the 30th General Conference

March 27th, 2025 Jessi Lowe

IPHC is looking forward to the 30th General Conference on July 15-17, 2026, at the Mobile Conference Center in Mobile, Alabama. General Conference is a gathering that takes place every four years to worship, fellowship, select leaders, cast vision, adopt policies, enact legislation, receive training, and other activities that promote the mission/vision of the IPHC...

National Pastors Conference Recap

March 24th, 2025

On March 13 and 14, 2025, pastors from all over the United States and Canada gathered at Tree of Life Ministries in Lynchburg, Virginia, for the first National Pastors Conference (NPC) in 20 years. The atmosphere was electric, filled with excitement and anticipation, as the pastors and spouses connected with new and old friends. The...

Loving God through Worship

March 14th, 2025

The Bible might well be described as a “Book of Worship.” From Genesis to Revelation, the reader is introduced to the Creator, Deliverer, Redeemer, Eternal King, the only One Who is truly worthy of our deepest devotion and worship. Indeed, as we read the Scriptures with “worship eyes,” it is likely that we will see...

Thrive Church: Implementing HGM's Principle-Based Strategies

March 12th, 2025

Finding Rest in a Busy World

March 7th, 2025

Finding Rest in a Busy World: A Reflection on Mark 6 We live in a culture that glorifies busyness, often teetering on the brink of burnout. As Christians, our activity is often mission-focused, yet we can struggle to prioritize the very thing that replenishes us: rest. In Mark 6, we see Jesus modeling the importance...

Love in Chaos

February 28th, 2025

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. Psalm 143:8 Finding God's Unfailing Love in the Midst of Chaos: A Reflection on Psalm 143:8 Psalm 143:8, a verse that often graces inspirational...

Prayers Answered in the Acts2Day's Harvest District

February 27th, 2025 Bishop Garry Bryant

In Memory of Jack Elmer Shaw

February 21st, 2025

Jack Elmer Shaw Obituary Jack Elmer Shaw, 90, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. After a brief hospital stay, he passed away peacefully at his home. Jack Shaw was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina by William Erby and Mittie Lou Saxon Shaw. Jack was...

Welcoming All

February 21st, 2025

Welcoming All: The Power of Inclusion in Children's Ministry Everyone’s journey is different. For the Nixon family, it's a journey marked by the unwavering support and acceptance of their church community. Jamie and Tabitha Nixon have three children, each with their own unique story. However, it's Selah's experience that highlights the profound impact a welcoming...

Accelerant 2025: Record Attendance at the Annual Youth Conference

February 14th, 2025 Jon Oliver

Accelerant 2025 was held January 30 – February 2, 2025, in Gatlinburg, TN, with a little over 3,400 in attendance. This marks a new record attendance, surpassing the previous record of 3,300 set last year. Accelerant is a youth conference that has impacted thousands of IPHC young people over the last two-plus decades. The years...

Chaplains of Hope Equips Future Trainers to Serve the Hispanic Community

February 13th, 2025

Women's Ministries Monthly Newsletter- February 2025

February 5th, 2025

Women's Ministries Monthly Newsletter- January 2025

January 14th, 2025

Toronto’s Grace Tabernacle: 50th Anniversary Celebration

January 13th, 2025 Jessi Lowe

On January 5, 2025, Grace Tabernacle in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, held a landmark celebration: the 50th Anniversary of the founding of their church! Pastors Rick and Wendy Mootoo have been eagerly anticipating the celebration, expecting a large turnout with many familiar faces, and they weren’t disappointed when Grace Tabernacle gathered...

Harvest Train 2024: The Lila Berry Story

December 26th, 2024 Jessi Lowe

The excitement surrounding Harvest Train in Falcon, North Carolina, an annual IPHC event that kicks off the holiday season, is unmatched. On the days leading up to Thanksgiving, manypeople from around the country travel to Falcon to support Falcon Children’s Home and Family Services (FCHFS) and the good work done there. FCHFS was started...

Tidings of Comfort and Joy for the Holiday Season

December 24th, 2024

Most holiday songs are filled with joy, laughter, and expectations of warm memories being made with family and friends. But are you familiar with these lines? “And when those blue snowflakes start falling That's when those blue memories start calling. You'll be doing all right, With your Christmas of white But I'll have a blue,...

Dangers of Young Men

December 23rd, 2024

Dangers of Young Men Before I get into the dangers young men face, let me tell you this: “IPHC Discipleship Ministries now has unlimited access to RightNow Media—the world’s largest streaming library of Bible study videos.” This is available to you for free! More on this later. In the process of researching these resources for...

Preparing for Growth

December 3rd, 2024

Find your place in this moment.

October 24th, 2024

Disaster Relief: Myanmar

January 8th, 2024

Disaster Relief: Myanmar - People to People Ministries Myanmar - On Sunday, January 7 th , the Kanan village in Myanmar suffered an unexpected air strike which killed 17 civilians and wounded around 20 people. Out of the 17 killed, there were 9 child casualties, including a sixteen-year-old boy who attended the IPHC church plant...

Disaster Relief: Morocco

September 11th, 2023

Disaster Relief: Morocco - People to People Ministries Morocco –On Friday, September 8, a deathly earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8, classified as "strong", shook Morocco; the strongest quake to hit the area in nearly a century. News outlets have reported that there were around 2500 deaths due to the natural disaster, and first responders...

Disaster Relief: Turkey Earthquake Update

February 23rd, 2023

Disaster Relief: Turkey Earthquake Update Praise in the Midst of Storm Matthew 9:36 “But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd.” - People to People Ministries; Letter from Turkey National Leader Pastor Ismail Serinken TURKEY - After the devastating...

Disaster Relief: Turkey Earthquake

February 8th, 2023

Disaster Relief: Turkey Earthquake IPHC FAMILY IN TURKEY NEED OUR HELP -People to People Ministries TURKEY – On Monday, Feb. 6, 2023, an initial earthquake at magnitude 7.8 with up to 13 aftershocks reaching between 5-7.5 in magnitude shook Turkey. Hours later, a second earthquake at magnitude 7.5 shook the country again. As Turkey faces...

Afghanistan Relief Fund

August 26th, 2021

As you are certainly aware, the situation in Afghanistan is devastating. The world watches, comments, and pleads for governments to respond. Yet, our Church is positioned to ACT on behalf of the people. Bishop Asher Mansha of IPHC Pakistan is a leader of great influence. The IPHC is strong in Pakistan. In 2020, our collective...