History of the Christ Holy Sanctified Church draft_08042010

A KINGDOM PEOPLE In our blindness to the Father who created us Through His son Jesus Christ, He revealed himself Made heirs to the kingdom by adoption From the Savior’s blood of redemption By the unction and power of His Spirit We are charged as we live to be witnesses In pain and sorrow – He’s lifted us When misunderstood – He’s comforted us In the valley of despair – He’s been with us As Father to His Children – He’s disciplined us So in rejoicing of heart – We praise Him In spirit and truth – We worship Him As called out people – We honor him Indebted to the Master – We serve Him Brought forth at this space and time For the light of God to shine We are Christ Holy Sanctified Vessels that are purified Because of the Lamb, justified And by our God glorified 1/23/10 by d.i. – Melanie R. Randle We welcome you to Grace Temple CHSC. “A center for a true worship as we join in sweet fellowship” Located at 1424 South Simpson in Elk City, OK, 73644 Service Times Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-week Service – 7:30 p.m. Pastor – Overseer Ezra L. Randle Assistant Pastor – Elder Lindell Brown

Mount Zion Christ Holy Sanctified Church 6300 Hartman Lane - Forest Hill, TX 76119 (817)-536-34453445 http://www.mtzionchsc.org/index.htm Mt. Zion started in the home of the late Pastor Charles and Corine Jimerson in 1982. As the church grew, Mt. Zion began having services at Jimerson Funeral Home. By this time, the church membership had grown to over 40 members. We had wonderful leaders, hard working and dedicated members who wanted the best for our church. Although we were small in number, we were determined to have our own church built. With the grace of God, we purchased a parcel of land on the corner of Hartman and Dorsey. Mt. Zion broke ground at 6300 Hartman in January 1984.  Construction took less than five months. In May 1984, we held our first services in our new sanctuary. Mt. Zion had begun a new era. We were one of the fastest growing churches in the Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. organization. We won the Bishop King award for adding the most members to a church. Again, we started facing the dilemma of running out of space for our members. Pastor Charles Jimerson knew we had to build again. Unfortunately, due to the untimely death of Pastor Charles Jimerson he was not able to see that vision come to pass. However, Pastor Corine Jimerson and the members were determined to keep the vision alive. In 1995, we entered another era when Mt. Zion purchased land directly behind our church and made it a parking lot. Soon after that, we begin construction of the new sanctuary. We broke ground in August 1994, added additional offices, classrooms, and a larger fellowship hall. God blessed us to finish construction and conduct service in our new sanctuary in December 1995. The vision of having a great church is still strong. We purchased additional land south of the existing parking lot. With continued growth, Pastor Jimerson knew we still needed a larger fellowship hall. Through determination and hard work from Pastor Crochet, Pastor Emeritus Jimerson and all the members of Mt. Zion, we built the Charles E. Jimerson Fellowship Hall. Because of prayer, fasting, hard work, perseverance and dedication to this membership, the vision and to God, we have achieved insurmountable goals

. Mt. Zion CHSC Band and Choir Saints praising GOD Pastor Emeritus Jimerson in her seat of Honor A sho‟nuff Bad Choir!

Pastor Crochet: A Pastor Carrying Out His Ministry Some of our very FINE young ladies! We love our adults and our older saints!

MT. ZION CHURCH MINISTRIES Adult Choir Ministry Youth Ministries Brotherhood Ministry Jail/Prison Ministry Youth Choir Ministry Children‟s Church Ministry Marriage Ministry Holy Young People Bible Study (HYPBS) New Convert Ministry Ministry Nursing Home Ministry Jr. Brotherhood Ministry Outreach Ministry Jr. Mission Ministry Singles‟ Ministry Jr. Ushers' Ministry Sunday School Ministry Ushers‟ Ministry Women‟s Mission Ministry Pastor Robert L. Crochet was born in Beaumont, Texas to the late Louis Crochet and Ruby Jon es. He grew up with four brothers and three sisters. While attending a revival in Denton, he accepted the Lord as his Saviour. After living a saved,Holy Ghost-filled life, God called Pastor Crochet to the ministry. Pastor Crochet met and later married Evangelist Cynthia Crochet. They have been married over 30 years and have four children and two grandchildren. While attending Mt. Zion, Pastor Crochet was first exposed to pastorship while serving as an assistant to Founder Charles E. Jimerson for 10 years (1982-1992) and then Emeritus Corine Jimerson(1992-2007). In December 2007, Elder Crochet was elected to serve as pastor of Mt. Zion and installed in January 2008. He is anointed and God has given him a vision to lead Mt. Zion to higher heights in the Lord. Born August 8, in the City of Fort Worth, Texas. The one and only child of Charles E. Jimerson and Corine Jimerson. Cynthia Crochet is the Wife of Robert L. Crochet, First Lady, and Music Director of the Mount Zion CHSC. Cynthia has been in the Ministry all her Life. She has been a Professional Musician for the Past 36 years. She is a awesome, anointed, and appointed Organist. For many years, First Lady Cynthia was the National Musician of the Christ Holy Sanctified Church Annual Conventions. Many of the current musicians in our churches were trained by First Lady Cynthia. She has been, is, and will always be… National Musician Emeritus! She is also a Gospel Preacher, Evangelist, Teacher, Mother, and Grandmother. Come Worship With Us! OTHER TIMES: Tuesday Prayer . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. SERVICES Wednesday Night . . . . . . . . . 7:30 p.m. SUNDAYS: Sunday School . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m. Prayer – Brotherhood - Mission Sunday Worship . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. Jr. Brotherhood - Jr. Mission H.Y.P.B.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00 p.m. New Convert Class (2nd & 4th) Friday Night Service . . . . . . 7:30 p.m. Saturday Morning Prayer . . 10:00 a.m.

Johnson Street Christ Holy Sanctified Church Supt. Pastor V. L. James Present Past Future Johnson Street Christ Holy Sanctified Church under the Pastorate of Supt. Vernon L. James has a long and magnificent history. The church is thankful for its humble beginnings. On April 25, 1988, Pastor V. L. James met with the late Mother Marie Walton, Superintendent (now President of C. H. S. C.) Bishop R. L. Swain Sr., and Bishop E. L. Mc Bride, (then President of C. H. S. C.). In that meeting Supt. V. L. James accepted the pastoralship of the Johnson Street Church. On May 9, 1988, Pastor James was presented as Pastor to the four members of Johnson Street Church, and the new journey began. Obstacles were no stranger to this new embarkment. They only proved to be stepping stones to the success of the ministry under the leadership of Pastor James. Within a few days, Pastor James was informed that their building had been condemned several years earlier. But God supplied the needs of the ministry and the membership. Deacon Jeff Jones led the brothers in making the old building safe until the construction of the new building was completed. The glorious thing about the vision is that the majority of the work on the new church was performed by the brothers of the church. It was truly a labor of love because they had the mind and the heart to work. Our new building was dedicated Dec. 21, 1997, on our Family and Friends day. Pastor and Mrs. V. L. James led the membership into a new building that could seat approximately 400 people. “A Vision From Heaven was Fulfilled” in 1997. God made it possible for the membership to enter our new building debt free, owing nothing on our newly completed church building. We started with one lot at our Ramey Street location, but now have four. We are now ready to add to the vision a fellowship area and classrooms. To God be the glory for Pastor Supt. Vernon James and First Lady Linda James and the Johnson Street Church family. We are thankful to be able to celebrate this 100th year of the Christ Holy Sanctified Churches.

“The Dallas Church History” By Willna Holloway In the year of 1958, the Lord spoke to Bishop W. T. Smith heart to start a church in Dallas, Texas he obeyed the Lord and started in an old storefront what was called a Café. He would get his Bible and his guitar he would sing, play, read some scriptures, and go back home. The second week his mother (the late Mother Rosie Lee Mack) came to help him out when she left (the late Pastor Alma Williams) helped him out. When he started his wife (Mother Earnestine Smith) was not able to attend because she was expecting a child but was finally able to be by his side. They would sing Bishop would play the guitar and preach the word under the power of the Holy Ghost. They praised God so until two ladies took fellowship with the church. One was handicap and the other one was a widow with seven children. The Lord led Bishop to have a revival and one night while the preacher (the late Elder Barrett) was preaching, a drunken man came in the church cursed the preacher out then he got up and said he was going home to get his gun and walked out. The preacher kept on preaching, and the saints kept on praising the Lord. They were out in a place called the Roosevelt addition, where every time it rained the Saints would have to move from seat to seat because the leaks in the roof, not only did they have a leaky roof but snakes were bad and would often visit. Back then hey didn’t have indoor facilities, they had to go outside to use the restroom, and water was pumped from a well, but through it all they continued to give God the Praise and the Glory. On another occasion one evening Mother Smith and the late Pastor Alma Williams was dusting the seats getting ready for service, and a rattle snake almost bit her, she happen to jump back before it struck. Thanks to God we made it. Soon after, Bishop was afflicted in his back and had to have back surgery. He was unable to attend church and had to close the doors for six months. The day he was leaving the hospital he met a lady that he knew and she ask him if he was yet having church. He explained his condition to her she told him she had a house in South Dallas that he could have church in and told him he could knock out the walls and wouldn’t have to pay any rent. He started the church up again with two members and soon after that one of them died. Bishop got discouraged and wanted to give up but the Lord spoke to him and told him he couldn’t give up because he didn’t bring him this far to leave him, so he stayed and the Lord really begin to bless. The membership begins to grow some came and some went but he kept the faith. Sometimes the offering would be $2.25, which 75 cent would be for Sunday School and $1.50 would be for morning worship most of the time Bishop & Mother Smith would give that. But now our Sunday School offering run between $250 - $350 per Sunday. Now getting back to the church, we knocked out the walls to the church, but before we knocked the walls out we could hear roaring coming from behind the walls and low and behold there was bumblebees between the walls. We got rid of the bees and their honey by then the membership had grown to about seven when we moved to our present location.

In 1983 we had to remodel the church because the Lord was adding to the church as he saw fit. Many were being saved and filled with the Holy Ghost. We had a radio broadcast that came on every Saturday at 4:00 p.m. on KSKY; people would hear us on the radio and come join the church. The membership grew to well over 100. We have had the best musicians, the best choirs, and some of the best preacher in Dallas, Texas. As time went on we lost some of our members to other churches, some started their own churches, and some just left. We thank God that he has left Bishop & Mother Smith here to see the church continue to grow. God blessed us to pay off the church in 1995. So many have gone on to be with the Lord. We look at the church today Bishop can truly say that he loves this church and the members of this church. God has brought this church from a mighty long way. We will continue to trust God and allow him to continue to order our steps. Bishop took sick and was unable to continue pasturing, on December 15, 2005 he passed the Mantle down to Supt. Titus Smith and today we Thank God for how far we have come and how God have blessed us. Holy Temple Christ Holy Sanctified Church 4831 Sunnyvale Street Dallas, Texas 75216 Founders: Bishop & Mother W. T. Smith Pastor: Supt. Titus Smith

New Victory Temple CHSC 1115 Detroit St. College Station, Texas 77840 The Church started in 1954, under the leadership of Elder Robert & Sis Betsy Carr. It was located on the corner of Holleman and Carolina St. in College Station, Texas. Elder Carr pastored for about two years. Mother Lou Jefferson (missionary) and other saints from Tunis, Texas, came to worship with Elder Carr prior to member joining the church. 1955- Church moved to 500 Holleman Dr. (residence of Elder & Sis. Carr) and church service was held in their living room. Some members added: Melvinia Sweed Moore & Mattie Arnold 1955- Church moved to Wellborn Rd. (again, residence of Elder & Sis Carr) 1955- Church Moved to Arizona St. College Station, Texas (while church was being built on Detroit St.) 1956- Elder & Sis Carr left that summer. When service began on Detroit St, some Members included: Gus & Rachel McBride, Eva Walker, along with Melvinia Sweed Moore & Mattie Arnold Mother Adlay Money was named Pastor in the fall of 1957. The church on Detroit Street was in need of repair, so church was held in the home of Melvinia Sweed on Arizona street, until the Landlord said, “I don‟t want those sanctified folks tearing up my house.” They moved church service to the home of Gus and Rachel McBride‟s home until the church on Detroit Street was suitable for church service again. Mother Adlay Money pastored until her death in December 1957… at which time her husband, Elder John Henry Money, took over as pastor. He pastored until his death in March 1981. New Members added under the leadership of Elder & Sis Money: Mother Kate Money (mother of john Henry Money), Lillian Curry, Leona, Mable, Ardine Sweed, Elsie Sweed, Esther Wade Harris, Autrey Thomas, Levi & Jhonnie Mae Munson, Ida Mae Reed, Madeline Reed, James Reed, Ruth Reed, Inez Filio, Aubrey Gibbs, Eula Mae Johnson, Linda Stewart, Ginger Gibbs, Rose Sweed, Dorothy Sweed, Mae K. Sweed, Pete & Frances Searcy & children, Gladys Henderson, Raymond Henderson, Jerry Henderson, Sarah Henderson, Pam Henderson, “Little Brother” Henderson, Sterling Whitley, Carolyn Whitley, Alice Whitley, Gauis Whitley, Silas Whitley, Phebe Moore, Dorcas Moore, Dora Moore, Hannah Moore, Roosevelt Moore Jr., & Lewis Moore. Some visiting Ministers were: Elder Roosevelt Moore, Sr. & Elder Perry Smith Elder Levi Munson (wife Johnnie Mae) pastored for about four months until his death in September 1981. 1981- Elder Winston Williams accepted the position of pastor of Victory Temple CHSC After being asked in December 1981, by Superintendent J.L. McBride from Temple, Texas.

1982- Elder Winston R. Williams Sr. became pastor on the 5th Sunday in January, 1982. When he came to college station, there were only seven women left: Sis Johnny Mae Munson, Sis Aubrey Gibbs, Sis Ida Mae Reed, Sis Eula Mae Johnson, Sis Melvinia Moore, Elsie Sweed and Sis Ardine Sweed. But after God began to move many of the old saints came back to the church with their families. Within a few years the church began to refill and many souls were saved and added under this leader ship. Some new members that were added to the church were: Sis Ida Nell Stepney and children, Sis Glenda Allen and children, Sis Veta Morrell and children, Sis Frank and children, Bro Frank Crawford, Whitley Family, Moore family, Sweed family and many other families joined. Pastor Williams pastored for 28 years driving from Fort Worth, Texas to College Station, Texas. At first the drive took over 5 hours to get there, but later found a shorter way, and that way only took 3 hours. He made a vow to God that if He would supply him with the means to get to and from College Station, he would be faithful to his service to the church. He kept his vow. In February 2009, Pastor Winston Williams retired from pastoring the New Victory Temple Christ Holy Sanctified Church and gave the pastor ship over to the Assistant Pastor, Gerold E. Williams Sr. He was made Bishop in March, 2010. In May 2009, Elder Gerold E. Williams was installed as pastor of the New Victory Temple CHSC. In 2009 Pastor Williams saw the need to renovate the old church building that needed much work, in order to make God‟s house more beautiful. So while work was being done on the church, Wednesday & Friday night service was held at the home of Pastor & Sis Gerold Williams. In March of 2009 the church embarked upon a total renovation. It began inside and out, from new floors, ceilings, walls, lights, carpet, furniture, creation of an office, new siding on the outside and even central air conditioning and heating. Most of the work was completed by Easter Sunday morning of 2009, and the church was able to have our first service in our newly renovated building that Sunday. Since Elder Gerold Williams has been Pastor God has added and saved many souls. God continues to bless and save souls till this day.

OTHER TEXAS HISTORY AND PICTURES By Pastor Gerold and First Lady Tryphena Williams – College Station, TX Along with the following pictures of some of the saints and pastors, the other pastors included Pastor Clark, Pastor Munson, Pastor J.H. Money, Pastor Mother Money, Pastor Winston R. Williams Sr., and Pastor Gerold E. Williams Sr. Deacon and Sister Kerr. Bishop & Sis. J.L. McBride. They were pastors of Pastor L. Munson Deacon Kerr is the oldest living member of CHSC New Jerusalem CHSC, in Tunis,TX Pastor Munson in contemplation Elder JH Money Pastor A.L. Money Sis. Ashe Smith & Mother Louise Jefferson May, 1958 Mother Louise Jefferson

Pastor Winston Williams, Sr. has been the longest living pastor in College Station for 28 years, driving from Fort Worth, Texas to College Station, Texas. He used to drive over 5 hours to get to his assignment, but later found a shorter way, taking only took 3 hours. He made a vow to God that if He would supply him with the means to get to and from College Station, he would be faithful to his service to the church. He kept his vow. This added up to about 1,344 Sundays. If he wasn‟t at church some Sundays, he was either at a convention, on a short vacation, or ill. That‟s over 500,000 miles and that‟s about $50,000 in gas, oil, car maintenance, not counting food and sometimes motel rooms invested by this godly family. And yet, people say that ALL preachers just want your money! If that‟s true, we still owe Bishop and Sister Winston Williams, Sr. about $35,000 just for them to break even! Thank you, Bishop and Mother Williams for using your own money from your jobs and gifts to keep the doors open in College Station. Your labor was NOT in vain---your sons and their wives are involved in ministry in three different churches, and one of your sons followed you, now lives in College Station with his wife and family, and carries on the legacy of the Williams Family in College Station. Thank you for investing in Christ Holy Sanctified Church! Thank you for keeping the doors open for over 28 years! Thank you for loving the saints and caring for them more than yourself! Thank you for being a minister who kept his vow to the Lord!

The History of Faith Temple C.H.S.C., Carthage, Texas How Faith Temple CHSC came into being It was about the year of 1970 when Bishop D.L. Woods realized that God was calling him for a mission back home in Carthage, Texas. Bishop D.L. Woods was residing in Dallas, Texas at the time. He confessed that he was somewhat like Jonah, reluctant to come back to his home town, but he said he‟d rather obey God. In the year of 1971 Bishop Woods came to East Texas, not knowing exactly where he would be located , he felt for sure it would be a small community called “Holland Quarters.” This was the place where he was to establish his work, but at that time there were no doors open to him there. So he thought in a broad sense and began searching in other communities, even though he had taken into consideration the small population of these areas. He went to Beckville; there was a possibility that someone had promised him a property lot there. He was mindful of a Holiness church already in that area, but he was searching for God‟s will. He went on to Walnut Grove and from there to Long Branch, yet thinking of the small population. But God opened a door there in Long Branch. Three homes opened their doors to him and he would go into any of the three homes each week for service. Through sickness, later God opened a door in Hollands Quarter. The late Sister Claudia Booty was ill, and had asked Mother Tessie Woods (which was the mother of Bishop D.L. Woods) if he would come and pray for her and he did. Bishop D.L. Woods then asked her if she would accept prayer meetings in their home that Saturday night. God worked a miracle. Her husband, the late Mr. Robert Booty, had previously said “No!” for the use of their house for service, but after the moving of God‟s power upon his wife he said “Yes!” As regarding the sickness, all things worked together for the good for them who loved the Lord, who are called according to His purpose. The Bishop and his wife begin preparing the little house for a worshipping place, and the Booty‟s required no rent for the use of the house. If you acknowledge the Lord in all thy ways He will direct your path. Along with being totally submitted to Him, praying and having faith, God will certainly prove Himself. Service began and souls were added to the church. We then were able to purchase our own building. He (God) blessed the body of Faith Temple to pay off that building and purchase another one at a new location; it is now paid off as well. To God be the glory for the birth and establishment of this great church, Faith Temple C.H.S.C. Bishop D.L. Woods, Pastor Elder Stella Woods, Pastors wife Mailing Address P.O. Box 344, Physical Address 1180 South Market Street Carthage, Texas 75633 903.693.9483 [email protected]

BETHEL TABERNACLE CHSC 2121 Daniel Street Ft. Worth, TX 76105 This church was founded in 1952 by Pastor G.E. Joubert, and under this leadership joined the following members: Sister G.E. Joubert, Brother James Joubert, Sister Judith Joubert, Sister Pearl Smith Miller, Sister Lola Smith, Mother Lela Morris, Deacon W.L. Morris, Sister Ada Westbrook, Sister Zach Haliburton, and Evangelist Hattie Williams. They all had something to do with the development of this church. Later, Overseer/Pastor S.O. Walton came and under this leadership, joined the following members: Evangelist Marie Walton, Sister Dorothy Thomas, Sister Maydell Lee, Sister Dorinda Morris, Deacon W.L. Morris, Mother Lela Morris, Sister Pearl Miller, Elder Jerome Lee, Sister Lela Lee, Sister Denise Morris Wills, Sister Callie Thomas, Sister R. Lee, Charles Keys, Sister Sarah Andrews, Sister Anderson, Sister Sister Zach Hailburton, Sister Vera Davis, Sister Linda Davis Timmons, Sister, Davis, Sister Jeanette Davis, Sister Maurice Anita Davis, Sister Dionne Davis, Sister Debbie Davis, Brother Billy Davis, Brother Edwin Davis, Brother Michale Davis, Sister Eddie Jones, Brother Jessie Harden, Elder M.C. Cook, Sr., Sister Delores Cook, Sister Pamela Thomas, Sister Gloria Sanders, Minister Tommy Norris, Sister Tommy Norris, Minister McHenry, Sister McHenry, and Sister Barbara Kiker. Lastly came Pastor Jerome Lee and under this leadership joined the following members: Sister Lillie Lee, Deacon W.L. Morris, Sister Lillie B. Morris, Mother Lela Morris, Missionary Zephyr Guy, Missionary Carolyn Hughes, Evangelist Hannah Coble, Brother Jarvis Lee, Sister Bridget Lee Randolph and Family, Sister D. Yvette Lee Carr and Family, Sister Wanda Jackson, Brother Patrick Cook, Brother S.D. Cook, Brother Joe Earl Holbert, Brother Robert Holbert, Sister S. Delores Cook, Sister Jo Ann Owens, Elder Reginald D. Lee, Sister Helen Trammell, Elder and Sister Lobzoo, Sister Alice Wright and Family, Brother K.W. Lee, Sister Earnestine Holbert, Brother and Sister Clemis Jamison and Family, Sister Mary Lee, Missionary Louise Smith, and Sister Warene Warres.

PICTURES AND STORIES FROM THE LOS ANGELES SAINTS Agape Outreach Church of Deliverance, CHSC, Sacramento, California, Bishop Esther Davis, Pastor

Preamble In 1910, the church (the Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc.) was organized, incorporated, and chartered. 1915-1917, Bishop C.H. Mason came into the area. Judge King, C.H. Mason and C.P. Jones were preaching in Louisiana, East Texas and Mississippi. They were not known as Bishop or Reverend. In those early days, everybody was Brother and Sister, Brother Judge, Brother Mason, Brother Jones and so on… Judge King moved into East Texas setting up churches everywhere he went… Judge continued moving westward and as early as 1916 and 1917, he was in Beaumont and Houston, Texas. In 1918, after World War 1, he went to Los Angeles taking his family with him where he had two church members. These two members deserted him, leaving him to fellowship with Bishop Judge King whomever the Spirit of the Lord directed him. He did not set up an assembly in Los Angeles during those early years, but fellowshipped with E.R. Driver of the Church of God in Christ and W.M.A. Washington of the Church of Christ Holiness. In 1923, he left Los Angeles and went to Weed and Oroville, California, setting up churches in both towns… “…I was one who sat at the feet of the early founding fathers such as Bishop C.H. Mason, Evangelist Utoff Smith, Elder Ford and Bishop Page of Texas, Mother Emma Cotton, Bishop E.R. Driver, Bishop C.H. Shadd, Evangelist Cornelia Jones Roberts, Bishop E.F. Morris, Elder Samuel Crouch and his mother, Sister Tucker …We were all exposed to Bishop W.M.A. Washington of the Church of Christ Holiness and Bishop C.P. Jones in our young ministry…” Excerpts from the book, “Christ Holy Sanctified Church – A History”, by Bishop Ulysses S. King As a young anointed preacher and musician working for the Lord, Bishop Judge King‟s son, Elder Ulysses King, Sr., continued his friendship with many of the Saints in the Los Angeles area from the late 1920‟s through the 1940‟s. Some of the those that U.S. King, Sr., had a wonderful fellowship and friendship with were Elder S. M. Crouch, the Drivers and Mother Emma and Elder Cotton as well as Aimie Simple McPherson and the Angeles Temple congregation. Bishop Judge King and Bishop U. S. King were loved by people and they valued the many fellowships and friendships (versus “membership”) they had in the Los Angeles area. They chose not to enter into the legal system and fight for properties that had been willed to them as they did not believe in exposing and settling the business of the church in the courts. There are congregations today whose families are the descendents of those who were in fellowship with Bishop Judge King during those early years in Los Angeles. Bishop & Sister U.S. King, Sr.

1952 Eld. Benjamin Betters and his wife Sis. Dovevater Betters answered the Macedonia Call of Bishop U.S. King, son of Bishop Judge King, founder of Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. (CHSC), who said there needed to be a church in Los Angeles area. Eld. Betters, Sis. Betters and two of their five children, James and Jimmy, came from Ft. Worth, Texas to the Los Angeles area. About a year later, they were to bring the rest of their family (Gladys, Benjamin, Jr., and Betty) who were residing in Waco, Texas with grandparents. The first worship services were held in the home of Eld. James and Sis. Lillie Mae Brown. Eld. James and Sis. Lillie Mae not only opened their home and their hearts, they worked untiringly and contributed financially and spiritually to the growth of the church and the up-building of the kingdom. As Pastor Benjamin Betters would soon to become Superintendent Betters, he and his wife, First Lady Dovevater Betters (known then as Sister Betters), worked diligently in the vineyard and many souls were blessed. Supt. Benjamin Betters served in the capacity of Supt., Pastor, Musician, National H.Y.P.B.S. President, and President of the Ministerial Alliance. 1953 Deacon Gus McDaniel and his wife, Sis. Frankie McDaniel, began to worship with the Betters. 1954 A young man (Bro. Eugene Brown) full of the fire and of the Holy Spirit came out to Los Angeles from Clinton, Oklahoma. 1956 Macedonia Christ Holy Sanctified Church moved from its 27th and Western location to 35th St. and San Pedro. Bro. Eugene Brown and Sis. Alpha Searcie Brown are united in Holy Matrimony. Their family was to later be a faithful asset to the Church. Bro. Eugene Brown serves in the United States Army until 1957. 1957 Another family, Bro. Jesse Lane of Los Angeles, CA and his new wife, Evang. Janny T. Searcie-Lane of Portland, OR were to be added to the church. Associate Pastor Rev. Dr. Janny T. Lane and their daughter Evangeline Lane continue to work in the church to date. 1958 Evang. Missionary Geneva Jones and her husband, Deacon Isaac Jones come to Los Angeles from Beaumont, Texas. Missionary Jones was a dutiful church worker. She was president of the Women’s Department and worked diligently to uphold the kingdom.

1962 Macedonia Christ Holy Sanctified Church is blessed to purchase a home located at 208 E. Santa Barbara (now Marlin Luther King) and converts it to a worship edifice. 1963 - 1967 Many are joined to the ministry of CHSC and the congregation experiences much growth. There are many youth and young adults as well as seasoned men and women of God. 1968 Eld. Eugene Brown and his family, along with Mr. James Hayes, Mother Hayes and a small group of members start another Christ Holy Sanctified Church at Budlong Avenue and Santa Barbara Avenue in Los Angeles. 1969 Supt. Benjamin Betters requests Eld. Eugene Brown to Pastor the Macedonia Christ Holy Sanctified Church located on 208 East Santa Barbara Ave. Later, the name of the church is changed to First Christ Holy Sanctified Church. 1975 Eld. Alexander Howard, Jr. comes to Los Angeles and marries Sis. Gwendolyn Griffin. He is also installed as Assistant Pastor. 1976 The “Volume of the Book” weekly radio broadcast is launched on KMAX radio station. 1977 Adjacent property to the 208 E. Santa Barbara is purchased for parking and expansion. 1978 – 1982 Several “feasibility” studies and architectural renderings are undertaken and it is determined that the 208 E. Santa Barbara and adjacent property are not suitable for a new edifice administrative offices and parking. 1983 – 1984 Repairs on the existing church prove not to be cost-effective and the search for a new facility commences. As a result of its location to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, private companies lease the church parking lot for the 1984 Summer Olympics. 1985 Hallelujah! A new building with parking is found and escrow is opened in March 1985. Due to legal battles and court issues involving the seller, the purchase is not completed until October 1985. Unfortunately, the unscrupulous broker-realtor uses the adjacent parking lot as a “bait and switch” and only the 1432 property is purchased. Eld. Eugene Brown served in many capacities in the Christ Holy Sanctified Church organizations – He was Choir Director, Deacon and President of the Youth Department, Vice President of the National Youth Department. Eld. Eugene Brown was Superintendent of the Southern California District. A member of the National Board of Presbytery of the C.H.S.C. He was Overseer of the Western Diocese. Then on June 17, 1995 he was consummated Bishop of C.H.S.C.

1986 – 1992 The 1432 building undergoes a series of refurbishing as walls are added and rooms are repaired. The entire roof is replaced as a result of dry-rotting (the sanctuary literally a “pool” whenever it rained). A new dais is constructed. The rocks and other debris from the construction are, unfortunately, used to fuel the civil unrest and the subsequent beating of Mr. Reginald Denny in the intersection of Florence and Normandie Avenues in April 1992. Eld. Dwight McCoy and his congregation become part of the Sunday Morning and weekly services in early 1992 for approximately 11 months while they transition to a new building. Bishop Brown’s “fatherly and spiritual” influence reaches out and draws gang organizers and leaders and he establishes the Los Angeles Brotherhood for Excellence (LABfE). God saved and delivered many of these former street leaders, some of who were: Michael Rowles (now Chief Apostle Michael Rowles), La Dell Rowles, Dawand Rowles, Terry Jones, Leon Jones, Herb Brown, James Harbin and Deon Hawkins. 1993 Being led by God, several families and individuals from the fellowship church join under Bishop Brown’s leadership: Elder Ricky Logan and family, Sis. Mary Ross, the late Mother Mary Logan, the late Mother Georgia Ross, the late Mother Ola Robinson (and family), and the late Deacon Ricky Henry. 1996 The mantle is handed down as Bishop Eugene Brown answers a higher calling and joins that great cloud of witnesses on high on April 23, 1996. Assistant Pastor Craig Brown takes up the mantle as the interim pastor 1997 Supt. Craig Brown is “officially” installed as pastor of 1st Christ Holy Sanctified Church on February 8, 1997 by the late Bishop James Williams. A new central heating and air conditioning is installed along with new flooring 1998 Realizing the need for more space, particularly parking and offices, the search is on to move to another location. Pastor Sandra Osborne starts Liberty Life Community Christ Holy Sanctified Church in Van Nuys, CA., and serves faithfully until she relocates to the state of Alabama. 1999 After 3 years of untiring service, the 1st appreciation service for Pastor and 1st Lady Debbie Brown is held. An inaugural banquet is also held at the Los Angeles Airport Hilton. The name of the church is changed to Praise Tabernacle in honor of the late Bishop Eugene Brown. Praise Tabernacle Church also welcomes in fellowship and into the C.H.S.C. family, Co-Pastors Bishop William and Pastor Wilma Wilson, who are shepherds of Peace and Joy C.H.S.C., in Carson, Ca. 2001 After a brief illness, Elect Lady Alpha Brown goes home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2001. On that same evening, knowing this is what his parents helped prepare him for, God gives Supt. Craig Brown the strength to install Pastor-designate Ricky Logan and Sis. Renee Logan as Pastor and First Lady of Pillar of Truth Christian Center CHSC in Carson, CA. Praise Tabernacle is incorporated as a California Non-Profit Religious Corporation.

In October 2001, Pastor Brown proclaims, “We have to purchase the entire block if we are to stay in this location!” Little did he know that he was speaking by faith as they began their quest in purchasing properties on the block. 2002 Adjacent property (1438) is negotiated and placed into escrow. Supt. Craig Brown continues to carry out the vision of “Project: Nehemiah”, which his father, Bishop Eugene Brown originated. “Project: Nehemiah” is a California Non-profit Public Benefit Community Development Corporation. Its purpose is “building hope and dignity in the people while building the walls of strength in the Community.” In October of 2002, Bishop Ray Ross and High Praise Ministries join the Southern California District. 2003 Praise Tabernacle purchased an additional piece of property – next door at 1438 W. Florence Ave. Praise Tabernacle is on its way to gather more property in order to acquire the entire block which will make way for Praise Cathedral. Research and analysis for this new Praise Cathedral, a 1,000 seat sanctuary and ministry complex is now in process; a project that is not far from fruition. 2003-2004 Over $40,000 of additional repairs is spent to bring the sanctuary up to date with current fire and safety code is accomplished. 2005-2006 Negotiations for additional properties begin and placed into escrow. 2007 Praise Tabernacle has purchased another property – two doors down at 1446 W. Florence Ave. To God Be the Glory! As we commemorate this 55th Anniversary, we honor the memory of the founders of Christ Holy Sanctified Church, Bishop Judge and Sarah King along with their son, Bishop U.S. King, Sr., D.D. We also honor our late pastors Supt. Benjamin Betters, Sr., and Bishop Eugene Brown, D.D. And finally, we applaud all of those pilgrims, whose names are too numerous to mention, that have gone before us and are among that great cloud of witnesses on high. BENJAMIN BETTERS Benjamin Betters was born September 4, 1918 to Leroy and Isabelle Betters. He grew up in Texas where his parents were migrant farmers. He accepted Christ in 1939 and was called to preach the gospel that same year. In 1940, he married the love of his life, Dovevater Williams, who he affectionally called “Baby Doll”. They began their married life in Waco, Texas where their first two children, Benjamin Junior and Gladys, were born. Benjamin and his family moved to a section of Fort Worth, Texas called “Stop Six”. Bettie, James Arthur and Jimmy Lawrence, were welcomed additions to the family. He built his own home from the foundation up. It was a lovely home, with fruit trees and a garden where fresh vegetables were ground in the backyard. He worked for the Purina

Factory. Benjamin and his family were members of the “Johnson Street Christ Holy Sanctified Church” pastored by Overseer S. O. Walton. His first pastoral duties were in Eddie, Texas where he served for two years. He was drafted into the Navy. While serving his country, he continued to serve God by holding Sunday services for fifteen months aboard ship. After ending his tour of service in the Navy, Benjamin pastored simultaneously in Clay and Brennan, Texas. Bishop U.S. King approached him with two propositions in 1951. One was to pastor the “Temple” in Beaumont, Texas and the other was to start a church in Los Angeles. Without hesitation, he accepted the second choice and moved his family to Los Angeles. Ben Jr, Gladys and Bettie were left with their grandparents in Waco, Texas until Benjamin and his wife were settled in Los Angeles. After renting an apartment and finding employment with McDonald Douglas in 1953, the three older children were brought to Los Angeles to make his family complete. It was at this time that Benjamin and Dovevater purchased their first home in Los Angeles at 460 East Santa Barbara. Benjamin started holding service in his home on 41st Street. Later he started a church on 41st Street off Central Avenue called Macedonia Christ Holy Sanctified Church. Elder James Brown served as the assistant pastor. The church then moved to the corner of 35th and San Pedro. Property at 208 East Santa Barbara was purchased for the new church site. Painting, electrical work and remodeling on the property was done by and paid for by Benjamin. He wore many hats at the church such as gardener, custodian, piano player, singer and preacher. He was devoted to God and his service. Benjamin Betters pastored for fourteen years before resigning due to personal and health reasons. He requested that Bishop Eugene Brown be appointed the new pastor. During his fourteen years of pastoring in California, he would drive to the National convention non-stop to Fort Worth, Texas with a minimum of 4 to 6 hours rest. He would pull over to the side of the highway to rest a few hours and continue. He would often drive alone to Okalahoma and Texas to visit the churches, attend meetings and run revivals. Benjamin believed in education and higher education, which he demanded from his children. Some of his achievements include being the first college graduate in his family. He graduated from McDonald’s College in Fort Worth, Texas in 1949 earning a diploma as a Certified Public Accountant in Business Administration; completing a salesmanship course; Gregg shorthand and speedwriting and six months of law school. In addition, he was the past National President and Sunday School Director for thirty-two years and the past National Director of the Young People’s Department for thirty years of the Christ Holy Sanctified Churches of America. After a brief illness, Reverend Benjamin Betters went home to be with the Lord on May 16, 2005. DOVEVATER BETTERS Dovevater Betters was born April 29, 1924 to the parents of Clark and Minnie Williams in Summerville, Texas. She accepted Christ at the age of fifteen. In 1940, she married her life long love and companion, Benjamin (called “honey”). Married life began in Waco, Texas for Dovevater and Benjamin. When Benjamin was drafted into the service, Dovevater and her two small children lived with her mother and father in law in Waco, Texas. When Benjamin was discharged from the Navy, he moved his family to Fort Worth, Texas. He built his own home and three more children were born to the family. Dovevater was a devoted wife and mother. She was a stay-at-home mother who cared for the children, kept house and loved her husband.

When her husband told her of his plans to move to Los Angeles she, agreed with some hesitation. She was the perfect companion who honored and stood by her husband. She worked faithfully by his side in the church. She worked in the women’s department, the mission department, Sunday school and where ever she was needed. She loved to cook and was always inviting ministers over for dinner after church. She always opened her home to visiting ministers who needed a place to stay.. Dovevater had the gift of gab and loved to talk. She never met a stranger and loved people. Dovevater had many friends. She worked in the the community and was the president of the block club. Dovevater took up sewing as a hobby. She made and modeled hats, dresses and suits. She even made several matching suits for herself and her husband. Dovevater loved her children and made many sacrifices for them. She taught them right from wrong, how to stay out of trouble and most of all to love the Lord. She kept them in church. They went to church as a family. They attended Sunday school, Sunday morning service, HYPBS, Night service, Friday night services and revivals. She also loved her grandchildren and kept them many times. After becoming ill, she continued to attend service as long as she could. She went home to rest with the Lord on April 16, 1990. BISHOP EUGENE BROWN Born in Caldwell, Texas on August 8, 1933, Eugene Brown was one of ten children born to Deacon Raymond and Snow Bird “Birdie” Kerr- Brown. He received his primary education in Texas and his secondary education in Oklahoma graduating from Excelsior High School. Bishop Brown worked faithfully in the Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. (CHSC) for over fifty-five years in most of the church’s departments and assignments. God saw the dedication on his life as Bishop Brown put no limits on working for the Lord. At the age of 14, he was president of the youth department in the local CHSC church in Clinton, Oklahoma and this involvement took him to the vice-president of the National Youth Department of CHSC and to the coordinator of the National Sunday school and Youth Departments (Christian Education Department). During this time, he also served as the State Director of California for Youth and Sunday schools. In 1954, Brother Brown came to California continuing to work with CHSC where he would later join the Macedonia CHSC in Los Angeles, CA under the leadership of Superintendent Benjamin Betters, Sr. In 1955 he met Alpha Searcie and on June 9, 1956, they were married and were blessed with three dedicated children: Craig Edwin, Cynthia Ann, and Eugene Robert. He served in the U.S. Army in 1956-1957 where he learned to experience faith and trust in God. God continued to bless Bishop Brown’s ministry as he would be elevated from a deacon, minister, elder, assistant pastor, pastor, superintendent, overseer, general board member of CHSC, and a bishop in the Christ Holy Sanctified Church. In 1968 he became pastor of the Third CHSC in Los Angeles with a membership consisting of his family and a few dedicated members. In 1969, at the request and recommendation of the Superintendent, Bishop Brown was installed as the pastor of Macedonia CHSC located on Santa Barbara Ave and remained there until he and the congregation purchased a warehouse located at 1432 W. Florence Ave., Los Angeles in 1985.

Being quite moved as a result of the civil unrest that started at Florence and Normandie, Bishop Brown started a fellowship for young men (the Los Angeles Brotherhood for Excellence) in an effort of steering troubled and misguided youth and young adult men to a more excellent way. He was well respected by many gang leaders and members and many of them laid down their weapons and turned their lives over to Jesus Christ as a result of Bishop Brown’s fatherly influence. Bishop Brown also started a building fund effort, “Project: Nehemiah,” in order to help re-build the walls of the community which had been devastated as a result of the riots of 1992. Today, Project Nehemiah is incorporated as a California Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation headed by his son, Pastor Craig Brown and the vision continues. Bishop Brown attained many titles but, whether a title or not, he yet worked faithfully in God’s vineyard. He was an evangelist, a prophet, a teacher, a pastor, a singer, a musician, a song-writer, a theologian, a loving husband, a father, and a grandfather, but most of all, a servant of God. He was endearingly called, “Dad” or “Papa” by many of his members and spiritual children and he would often let us know that it was “Because of Calvary” that he had a mission to perform and a vision to complete. ELECT LADY, ALPHA BROWN On June 12, 1930, the 10th of 12 children was born to Bishop Robert L. and Rosa Searcie in Portland, Oregon. “Alpha” was certainly to be the “beginning” and first of many great accomplishments. Being raised in a Christian home by a powerful man and woman of God was only the beginning of a legacy that would later be passed down from both parents. Her father, Bishop Robert Searcie was the founder of the House of Prayer for All Nations and her mother, Rosa Britton-Searcie was from a stock of preachers and evangelists that traveled across the country preaching the Gospel. Elect Lady Brown’s formative and high school education begin in Portland, Oregon where she attended Joseph Lane Elementary and Girls Polytechnic High School where she graduated with highest honors in 1948. It was at this time that her name, Alpha, would come into its meaning as she “began” her higher education at the University of Portland’s School of Nursing, and in 1952, became the first Black to graduate as a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. After graduating college, she moved to Oakland, CA where she stayed with her oldest sister, Helena Searcie-Glover. While in Oakland, she attended the Christ Holy Sanctified Church under the pastorate of Bishop U.S. King, Sr. where she served as a Sunday school teacher and a member of the choir. It was there where she met the love of her life, a young man from Oklahoma, Eugene (born Luegene) Brown who was attending the state convention there in Oakland. And, after several months, Bishop King sent a message to Los Angeles to Bro. Brown informing him that. “a fire is burning up north,” and shortly thereafter, Eugene and Alpha we married on June 9, 1956 in Portland, Oregon. In 1956, Alpha left Oakland for Los Angeles to begin a new chapter in her life with her husband, who was in the U.S. Army. From this union were born Craig Edwin, Cynthia Ann, and Eugene Robert. Deacon and Sister Brown were also part of the early group of members working under the leadership of Superintendent and Sister Betters during the 1950s. As Sister Brown was raised the daughter of a pastor and Bishop, experiencing the rigors of church life, she never wanted to be married to a minister, a pastor, or a bishop. But God had a calling on her life in the work of the ministry as she faithfully and untiringly work in the church alongside her husband who would, over the course of years, be elevated from a deacon, minister, elder, pastor, superintendent, overseer, and bishop. Sis. Brown was an excellent seamstress, cook, and

homemaker and she helped make choir robes, uniforms, and even knitted and crocheted hats, scarves, blankets, and pot holders as fundraisers for the church. She was famous for her potato salads, macaroni and cheese, lemon cakes and sweet potato pies. She would continue working in the local church for many years and, in 1968, became the First Lady of Christ Holy Sanctified Church #1, Los Angeles (later named First Christ Holy Sanctified Church) where she remained a faithful and dedicated pastor’s wife until the death of her husband, Bishop Eugene Brown, in 1996. Mother Brown, as she was also referred, served in many capacities in the local, district, state, and national organization. She served as the local Women’s president, the state (diocese) Women’s president (Home Mission Society), treasurer of the national Home Mission Society of CHSC, and was appointed as Diocese Mother by the late Bishop James Williams. In 1997, upon his installation as pastor, her son, Craig Brown, appointed and bestowed upon her the position of “Elect Lady of 1st Christ Holy Sanctified Church (Now Praise Tabernacle) where she faithfully served until her death in March 2001. CRAIG E. BROWN A native of California, Pastor Craig Edwin Brown was born the oldest of three children to the late Bishop Eugene and late Elect Lady Alpha Brown in Los Angeles, CA, March 6, 1957. Sis siblings, Cynthia Brown and Eugene Brown work with him in the ministry at Praise Tabernacle. He and First Lady Debbie, were married July 29, 1978 and are wonderfully blessed with three children and a son-in-law; Gabriel (b. 1979), is a graduate of Westwood College of Aviation, Yulanda (b. 1982), is a 2005 graduate of Clark-Atlanta University in Atlanta, GA, and is married to Fabian Parson, and Miranda (b. 1985), is a Senior at CSU Long Beach. During his adolescence and teen-age years, Pastor Brown enjoyed both Cub and Boy Scouting learning many valuable life’s lessons and challenges. Ecclesiastical Summary: 1984 – Accepted and acknowledged call to preaching ministry. Official trail sermon was, “Are You Sleeping Under a Juniper Tree?” (I Kings 19:1-6). Appointed as an Associate Board Member of Pentecostal Heritage and served as music director. 1984 – 1992 - Worked in all aspects of local church as an Associate Pastor and administrative assistant; worked in many areas of the state. 1988 – Ordained an Elder in Christ Holy Sanctified Church (CHSC) 1992 – Appointed Superintendent of So. California District. 1995 – Appointed Assistant Pastor, 1st Christ Holy Sanctified Church. 1996 – Appointed as Sr. Pastor of 1st CHSC after passing of Bishop Eugene Brown. 1997 – Installed as Sr. Pastor; resigned as National Music Director, CHSC.; vice- president and president of National Planning Committee, CHSC 2000 – 2001 - Set up Corporation and Board of Directors for Praise Tabernacle, a California non-profit Corporation. 2001 – 2002 – Led campaign to purchase 5 parcels adjacent to present sanctuary; presently Praise Tabernacle now owns two-thirds of the block. 2002 – Appointed as chairman of Reformation Committee to update Bylaws and Constitution for CHSC. 2003 – Formed “Project: Nehemiah” (a community development corporation), a ministry of Praise Tabernacle designed to receive millions of dollars from state and federal grants as well as private donations whose purpose will be “building hope and dignity in the people; building the walls of strength in the community.” Research and analysis for a new 1000 seat sanctuary and ministry complex is in process.

2003 – Elected as a member of the Board of Presbytery of Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. 2006 – Elected as 2nd Vice-President of Christ Holy Sanctified Churches; appointed assistant overseer of the Western Diocese, CHSC 2007 – Completed purchase of another adjacent 5,000 sq ft. building and parking lot. Currently, Pastor Brown is the Presiding Elder (superintendent) of the Southern California district of CHSC, the Assistant Overseer of the Western Diocese, CHSC, a member of the Board of Presbytery (Board One) of CHSC, and is the 2nd Vice-President of CHSC. Local Pastoral Coverings: Bishop Johnny Young, Ph.D., Senior Pastor, Church of God Pentecostal, Inglewood, Presiding Bishop, Church of God Pentecostal, International; Bishop Gregory Dixon, Ph. D., Senior Pastor, First Church of God…Center of Hope, Presiding Prelate, Eagles Wings Evangelistic Ministries Associations and Memberships: Member, Inglewood Area Ministers Association, Rev. Austin Williams, President; Associate Professor Ministerial Training Institute, Bishop Johnny Young, Ph. D, Chancellor Board of Directors Member: Kingdom Builders Ministerial Alliance, Bishop Ernestine Reems-Dickerson, Presiding Bishop; Board Member, Church of God Pentecostal Community Development, President, Project: Nehemiah Community Development Corporation; Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc., Board of Presbytery First Lady, Debbie A. Brown Debbie Ann Brown was born in Los Angeles, California; she was raised in Franklinton, North Carolina (from six months to 18 years old) by her aunt and uncle, Dorothy Mae and Willie Thomas Perry. Being from a small town, she attended one school, Franklinton High. And being raised in the “country,” she had a lot of practice learning one of her most exceptional skills…cooking. Her spiritual upbringing began at an early age, attending The Way of the Cross Church of Christ, in Henderson, North Carolina, which was pastored by her uncle, the Late Bishop J.L. Brooks. There, she was active in the Sunday School and Youth Departments, as well as the other functions of a growing church. After graduating high school, and in preparation to attend college, Sis. Debbie felt that it was time to “spread her wings” and move to California to live with her father, Otis Brooks. Later, the young Ms. Brown moved to Compton to live with her mother and her husband, Annie and Walter Duncan. While in California, she joined the Church of God Pentecostal, pastored by Overseer Woody Young. There, she remained faithfully until 1978. Afterward (for some reason), she left to be with her new, young groom to work in a church that, unbeknownst to her, she would later become a minister’s wife in 1984 (something she never wanted). Together, she and her husband (now Pastor), Craig Brown, worked faithfully in many programs, projects, and fundraisers, and traveled throughout the state and country attending the various conventions of the Christ Holy Sanctified Church (CHSC). In 1985, the church moved from Martin Luther King Boulevard (formerly Santa Barbara Avenue), to its present location on Florence, where she would ultimately become the First Lady. Always wanting to do for others, Sis. Debbie became the president of the Pastor’s Resources (Pastor’s Aide) under the late Bishop Eugene Brown. And, realizing the importance, significance,

and often thankless role of the pastor’s wife, she began sponsoring the “First Lady Banquet,” an annual, gala event honoring her First Lady, the late Elect Lady Alpha Brown. Thriving always to be that “virtuous woman,” Sis. Debbie worked faithfully in all aspects of the Mission (Women’s) Department. She has always (and still does) had a passion for teaching and being an example, particularly to the young women, by teaching them the value of being a godly woman, wife, and mother. It was because of her being a great example that God blessed her to be the vice-president and president of the local and district Women’s Departments, as well as the secretary of the state (Diocese) Women’s Department. In June 2005, First Lady Debbie Brown (Craig Brown’s wife…smile) was appointed as the President of the Western Diocese Women’s (Mission) Department by Overseer Esther Davis. While this Woman of God has truly been blessed, she is grateful for her most precious gifts, her three children: Gabriel Craig, Yulanda Rochelle, and Miranda Stephanie. She and her husband are continuing to share the love of Jesus Christ by being examples to their children, family, congregation, and community, demonstrating the blessings and benefits of serving such a great and wonderful God.

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH, CHRIST HOLY SANCTIFIED CHURCH - SACRAMENTO, CA Between 1958 and 1961, Elder Dowell and Missionary Cassie McCain, would sometimes make trips during the summer and hold services with Deacon Will and Missionary Samantha Harris. A few times, they were accompanied by their son, Ed Udell, and Sister McCain‟s brother, the late Elder Leroy Roland. Sometime in the 1960s, Elder Herman Ishmael and his family moved into the area where he worked for the U.S. Post Office. Occasionally, the McCains would stop in and share in the services. Brother Udell remembers Deacon Harris prepared some turtle soup from a freshly-killed turtle and made him eat some! In early February of 1967, the late Bishop U.S. King asked the late Elder James E. Williams to go to Sacramento, CA to “open up a work”. Elder Williams had previously been going to Oroville, CA but things had not worked out. Bishop King decided to send him to Sacramento where there were already two members living and it would be a good place to start a church. Elder James and Sister Alice Williams, along with the late Deacon Will Harris, and Missionary Samantha Harris began having two services a week in the old Odd Fellows Hall on 34th Street and Broadway in Sacramento. Sunday School was held in the living room and a bedroom of the Harris‟ home at 1041 Rich Street in Broderick, California. A few months later, the Elk Horn Baptist Church located at 700 Water Street was building a new church on Anna Street. Their building would be available for rent when they moved. While waiting on the completion of their church, the two congregations shared the building. At that time, Saturday night and Sunday afternoon services were held. Sunday School continued in the Harris‟ home. The Elkhorn Baptist Church was completed and they moved to their new location. This blessed our church to have the building for worship on Sundays starting with Sunday School, then morning worship service. The church had worshipped at 700 Water Street for less than two years when the owners of the building, who lived upstairs, decided they no longer wanted a church that worshipped loudly under them. God, with perfect timing, made available the Church of God assembly down the block at 1608 Lisbon Street. They were in the process of building a new church and their old church was for sale. God blessed us to purchase the “Quonset Hut” building. Over the next 27 years, from 1968 to 1995, that we worshipped there many souls were saved and delivered. Out of this church, two other churches were founded, Grace of Christ, Christ Holy Sanctified Church (CHSC), Pastor Gregory Rinaldi and Agape Outreach, CHSC, Pastor Esther Davis. In 1991, we added a prefix to our church name, and we became, Community Outreach, CHSC.

Our Pastor, Elder James E. Williams, Sr. became the Northern California District Superintendent in 1968, then the State Overseer in 1985, later consecrated as State Bishop in 1987, and voted in by the National Board as President of CHSC in 1991. In 1995, the Lord blessed the church to relocate from the West Sacramento church to a new church with a side building located at 2416 Sloat Way in Sacramento. Bishop Williams served the church until the Lord called him home in April of 1998. The Diocese leader, Overseer Esther Davis appointed Supt Jackie Tarleton interim Pastor in April of 1998. Supt Tarleton was installed as Pastor of Community Outreach, CHSC in October of 1998. In 2003 the church name was incorporated and in 2004 a church Board was officially established. Grace of Christ, CHSC occupied the West Sacramento Church from 1998 to 2000. The church was vacant until we were blessed to begin building a new church building and daycare on the property in 2007. Although the church has experienced some financial difficulties over the past few years which has caused the work to stall in West Sacramento, souls have continued to be blessed in the Sacramento church. We are determined, by the grace of God, to see the West Sacramento church completed by the end of 2010 and the churches functioning and blessing their respective community. The history of our church would not be complete if we did not mention some of the saints who labored with us and are gone on to be with the Lord. These include Brother McMean, Brother Torry, Deacon Will Harris, Missionary Samantha Harris, Mother Ethel Brister, Evangelist Celestine Baker, Missionary Carrie Hymes, Elder Willie Davis, Mother Shelia Brown, Sister Paulette Anderson, Elder Cathy Mathis, Evangelist Bertha Washington, and Mother Annie Jackson. These are just a few of the many that have stopped our way to lend a helping hand in this work of the lord. We have been through storms over the past 42 years but we thank God we can say we have held on knowing that God is moving behind the scene working on our behalf. May the Lord be glorified!

Agape Outreach Church of Deliverance, Christ Holy Sanctified Church 2832 34th Street, Sacramento, California 95817 Bishop Esther Davis, Pastor Excitement in the air at Agape Outreach: How many of these people do you know?

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Agape Outreach Church of Deliverance, Christ Holy Sanctified Church 2832 34th Street, Sacramento, California 95817 Bishop Esther Davis, Pastor In November 1982 Willie Davis and Esther Davis accepted Christ and were restored back to God under the leadership of the Late Bishop James Earl Williams and First Lady Alice Williams at Christ Holy Sanctified Church in West Sacramento, California. While working in the church, Brother and Sister Davis were taught and mentored in Holiness and Sanctification for a few years before their ministry began to come forth. With the permission of their Pastor, they became involved in Veteran‟s for Christ Ministry, which went into prisons ministering to young men. In 1986 Sister Davis became a Chaplain for the Sacramento County Jail Chaplaincy Program. Some of the membership of C.H.S.C. shared in the jail ministry on special occasions. After five years of ministering to the women, she was grieved by the high return rate to jail, which led her to seek spiritual guidance and wisdom from her pastor, Bishop Williams and Sister Alice Williams. In February 1993, in the heart of Oak Park community Agape Outreach Ministry was birthed in a store front building, at 3308 Martin Luther King Blvd, Sacramento, California 95817. The vision for the Outreach was to provide biblical based counseling for former inmates and parolees. Services would also include referrals for housing and clothing. The Agape Outreach received support from friends and relatives for donations of clothes, food, and other needs as they arose. Memorial Tabernacle and congregation were instrumental in providing clothes for the clothes closet. In addition, many friends from Sister Davis‟ workplace, supported by donating time and teaching essential life-skills. The Outreach was open during the day to meet the needs of the women with the assistance of Sister Davis‟ son and daughter, Jerald and Delouise Green, Jessica Gray, a former inmate, and her sister Christella Hodges. The vision began to extend to the community through conducting weekly bible studies in Christella Hodges‟ home (who had an addiction to crack cocaine). In 1994, one year later, Chaplain Esther Davis was ordained as Pastor of Agape Outreach Ministry C.H.S.C. As the new converts came into the ministry they were taught and mentored, through the Word of God, Holiness and Sanctification. Deacon Willie Davis used the family van to provide transportation for the members. The Ministry was supported financially through the tithes and offerings of Pastor and Deacon Davis. Agape also had a program for low income families to provide food at the end of each month for the congregation, which later developed into a food ministry providing food on a weekly basis to the Oak Park Community. Pastor Davis spent endless hours and days laboring, counseling, preaching, and teaching the Gospel with her husband along side her. They both shared a strong desire to share the full knowledge of the rich benefits of receiving agape love. As they remained faithful over all that the Lord entrusted to them, the ministry grew. God in turn was faithful and began to send workers to help. Pastor Davis‟ parents, Elder Davis and Evangelist Isabel Davis who also were under the leadership of the late Bishop Williams were released to join and support their daughter in ministry. God also sent others to help, such as the Reverend Delois Siller and the Late Reverend Christine Ratliff who supported with their gift in intercessory prayer and also teaching and ministering at the county jail. We shall remember those warriors that helped to build the ministry who have gone home

to be with the Lord. Deacon Frank Anderson who was a faithful Sunday School Superintendant and his wife, Mother Anderson, Mother Lucille Carole and Pop Carole, and Evangelist Mable Davenport. In 2010, 17 years later, the ministry is named Agape Outreach Church of Deliverance. Agape Church is in a new location, 2832 34th Street, Sacramento, California 95817, still servicing Oak Park Community, only a few blocks from the old location. Two churches have been birthed out of the ministry. Grace and Mercy Deliverance Ministry, C.H.S.C., Roseville, California, Pastors Christopher and Lisa Weatherford; New Beginnings Ministry, C.H.S.C., Biloxi, Mississippi, Pastor Willie Adside and First Lady Carolyn Adside. We shall continue to pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest and ask Him to send out more workers for His fields. Some come, some go, but the building of the Kingdom never stops.











Grace and Mercy Deliverance Ministry, C.H.S.C., Roseville, California Pastors Christopher and Lisa Weatherford The History of Grace & Mercy Ministry of Deliverance (CHSC) By First Lady, Pastor Lisa Weatherford Introduction In order to accurately depict the vast time line of the birth of Grace & Mercy, it is important that we are mindful of the foundation on which this dynamic ministry was founded. Grace & Mercy Ministry of Deliverance was founded and established on pure, uncompromised biblical principles, combined with practical, applicable Christian values, flowing in an overshadowing spirit of unconditional (Agape) love for humanity. Consistently administering to the spiritual health, and strength of God‟s people in a lost and dying world by “Possessing the Land, Coming into Destiny”, Joshua 1:11. The Birthing Pastor Chris Weatherford and wife, Elder Lisa Weatherford were birthed out of a strong faith-based church---Agape Outreach Ministry of Sacramento, pastured by Overseer Bishop Esther & Elder Willie Davis. While under the fullness of leadership, Pasto Chris and Elder Lisa were spiritually enriched by the wisdom and sound teachings of Bishop Esther & Elder Willie Davis, their spiritual Mother & Father. Pastor Chris & Elder Lisa Weatherford were provided the fundamental, foundational principles necessary to fully mature in the Lord. In the process of their birthing, they were tried by fire for the purpose of refinement, and came out as pure gold. Tested for faithfulness they were found faithful. After having been found faithful over a few things, they were made rulers over many things, by being Proven, Qualified, Ordained by God. While at Agape, both Pastor Chris and Elder Lisa held many offices of leadership, and worked side by side with Bishop Esther Davis. God blessed Pastor Chris with a position at US Bank in Oak Park. The location was more than a job, because it became his ministry. It served many walks of life, both saved and unsaved, as a place where hearts came and were mended by the power of the Holy Spirit, or simply uplifted, through a divine fire filled word of prayer. After over 10 years, God moved him to Wells Fargo Bank in Natomas, where more souls for the vineyard were gathered. Pastor Chris used every opportunity as a witnessing and divine appointment to minister God‟s word to the lost or hurting soldiers. “Sealed with Approval” In 2005, Pastor Weatherford heeded the voice of God calling them to go unto the highways and byways, to compel men to come. Chris Weatherford was ordained as a pastor on November 12, 2005. In obedience to the call, he and his wife put their hands to the plow, allowing God to be their driving force, consulting him in every decision made concerning this new assignment on their lives. With tangible undying faith, God„s will came to fruition. Pastor Chris Weatherford began holding bible study services at Sister Lily Guadiana‟s home, in Oak Park, California. Bishop Davis also offered and opened their facility whenever it was needed. A friend of Pastor Weatherford‟s, Pastor K.D. Weldon, heard he was in need and opened his doors also. God graced Pastor Chris and Elder Lisa with the blessing of an edifice to share for Sunday church services. Grace & Mercy Ministry of Deliverance, CHSC obtained its first official location,

3449 2nd Avenue, in the same community of Oak Park that Pastor Chris had harvested souls in for many years. As a result of Pastor Chris pouring the best of himself into the work of the Lord with humility, a predominant number of Grace & Mercy‟s membership was influenced by the direct interactions at the US Bank location. The Lord moved mightily in our services and structure began as the people surrendered their lives to the work of the plow. The church stayed at this location for two years, until God had other plans for us. On July 8, 2007, God moved the church to 201 Berkeley Avenue, Roseville, California, and the first service was held. Through the leading of the spirit and uncompromising faith, the church grew in numbers and our faith stood strong as we continue to see the hand of God on our lives and the lives of His people. Being on a homeless property, we saw the need of the community and started a Food Ministry, a year later. People from the neighborhood come, where food is distributed every Saturday, and on the 4th Saturday hot lunches are served; many were saved and drawn to Christ. In 2009, God elevated Elder Lisa Weatherford to the Pastorship to work alongside her husband. On March 22, 2009, Superintendent Jackie Tarleton laid hands on her as the Assistant Pastor of Grace and Mercy Ministry of Deliverance. As the church continued to grow, so did the needs of the congregation. Classrooms were desperately needed, among many other things. The church could no longer operate effectively at the current location and pursued another location to prepare the land for the new harvest. On November 2009, God opened the doors for 911 Washington Blvd. The facility included 3 classrooms, 3 offices, a kitchen, a large entrance area and a 220 seat sanctuary. On March 8, 2010 we held our first service. God has since elevated Pastor Chris Weatherford to the Deliverance. With all blessings flowing from the true Vine, God will continue to add unto us the branches until we are as a tree planted by rivers of still water. Continue to pray for us that we stay strong in the leading of the Spirit of God.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE CHRIST HOLY SANCTIFIED CHURCH OF AMERICA, INC. IN LAS VEGAS, AND NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA By Bishop Herman Ishmael, Nevada Overseer (Edited by Elder Ed Udell, Sr.) A vision given to a hungry woman who saw a church in her spirit led to the genesis of the Christ Holy Sanctified Church in Nevada. The woman was to become known as Mother Lola Hayes. Some knew her as Mother Lola Harris. If you ever met her, you could never forget her! Bishop S.O. Walton and Mother M. Walton were connected to Mother Hayes-Harris by the spirit of God and at 316 Madison Avenue, Christ Holy Sanctified Church was birthed in her home. This was a labor of love when the Waltons helped to add a church meeting place on the front of the home of Mother Hayes-Harris. As the church grew, souls were added and the Lord blessed the work. Many joined and assisted with the work. The names are so vast that I won’t write any down at this time; some are listed in the church minutes; some are with the Lord; and some remain with us today. According to the church minutes, “Christ Holy Sanctified Mission and Sunday School were open in Nov. 1952 by Evang. Lola H. Hays and Missionary Inez Davis. Prayer Service begin Nov. 12th, ’52 pm. Preaching by Missionary Davis on Nov. 16th. Sunday School open Nov. 16th am. Lola H. Hays, Acting Supt. Mrs. Ella Robison, Sec’y Sister Inez Davis, Teacher” *According to the church records, this was the beginning of the first Christ Holy Sanctified Church in Nevada at 316 Madison. When Mother Lola Hayes-Harris visited the California June meeting in 1953, she met a new member of 7th Street Mission CHSC by the name of Sister Cassie Mae Udell again. She had met her a year earlier and told her about a man who had recently become saved and was working with Mother Hayes-Harris. His name was Brother Dowell McCain. Sister Cassie Udell could not believe her ears! This was an old drinking buddy of her former husband. When Brother Dowell McCain heard from Mother Hayes-Harris about Sister Cassie Udell being saved, sanctified, and filled with the Holy Ghost, he couldn’t believe it! He had known she was the daughter of Elder L.W. Roland from the Church of the Living God (PG&T) and was well-trained by her father. He later found out that she was attending the bible classes led by Rev. Blackburn, a Methodist bible scholar Bishop U. S. King, Sr. had brought to the church to teach those saints who wanted to really know their bible. Shortly after Brother McCain saw Sister Cassie Udell, they were married and on their way to Las Vegas in late 1954 to help Mother Hayes-Harris. They soon became Elder Dowell McCain and Evangelist Cassie Mae McCain. Tagging along was Brother Udell who had learned to play the tambourine at 7th Street Mission CHSC. His training under Rev. Blackburn and from his mother and grandfather had helped him learn many duties of church leadership. In Las Vegas, he continued to learn in various church leadership roles. At one time, Mother Hayes-Harris had a Native American outreach in Moapa, Nevada, as well as an outreach in Mexico. The McCains moved away from Las Vegas in 1956 when Bishop King told them of the need to help an Elder W.L. Lane in Bakersfield, they were on the road again. Elder Herman Ishmael, his wife,

Sister Minnie P. Ishmael and their young son, Micah D. moved from Oakland, California to Las Vegas in 1956 and helped Mother Hayes-Harris for awhile. In 1976, Elder Herman Ishmael was now Overseer Ishmael and moved his family and their three sons back to Las Vegas. They had answered an urgent call and was moved by the Spirit of the Lord. After much prayer, all the family agreed to go back to Vegas. They were blessed to have a group of wonderful saints there who had held up the fort. The prayer of those members was “Lord, please, send us some help!” The Ishmael family had now increased from three years ago to five. Two more sons were added after they had initially left Las Vegas in 1959. When they arrived, the faithful members had more than $50,000 in their treasury! At 30 West Owens in North Las Vegas, the House of Prayer CHSC was birthed by the saints being led of God. They remodeled and paid off that property in less than 10 years. Later, Abundant Life Fellowship CHSC was opened under the pastorate of Pastor Micah D. Ishmael and his family. They placed their ministry under the Western Diocese at met at 4909 Smoke Ranch Road in Las Vegas. This ministry continues to grow. There have been many members and friends who have helped with the development of the ministries in Nevada. The names of all those involved are so vast, from generation to generation; God knows who they are, and they will be rewarded. Without their prayers and support, the vision that God gave to Mother Hayes-Harris could not be alive today. We thank God for our leaders, Bishop U.S. King, Sr. and Mother Tryphosa King, and all the saints of the ages

A Brief History of the Northwest Diocese of the Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. from 1968 to the present By Bishop Walton F. Mize and Elder Ed Udell, Sr. Elder Dowell McCain and Evangelist Cassie McCain arrived in Spokane in 1968, after selling their “dream home” in Bakersfield. They had come through a terrible storm in the Oregon mountains. In those days, the highway was still just a two-lane highway. The storm tore off the wrappings around items on top of the car, as years of photographs, personal and church history, and personal items blew off. The McCains, including their two children, Eric and Robyn, arrived in Spokane on March 14, 1968. The former pastor was Elder Washington. Others, like Mother Hayes and then-Overseer Herman Ishmael had also helped, but Bishop King wanted someone to stay and build up the little mission. In 1971, Elder Ed Udell moved to Spokane with his wife, Sandra, and three daughters and joined the little mission at 4th and Pittsburg. They later added two sons. Elder Udell became involved in community outreach, adding a Sunday morning radio program, after having a talk show. Through the leadership of the church and faithful members, the little mission moved up onto South Hill, offering many community outreach services in a well-equipped church that had been sitting idle. This church had an education wing and many other rooms for our growth. The ministry established a separate 501 (c)(3) non-profit community outreach center, House of Solomon, and began offering child care services, help for senior citizens, and developing many needed services. Soon, other large agencies saw the success of some of these programs and started similar programs. As these well- funded agencies developed more programs, the ministry began to eliminate their smaller programs. During the McCain‟s stay in Spokane, Evangelist Cassie McCain made a missionary trip with Bishop and Mother King, along with others, to Nigeria. The church also had established fellowship with some of the churches, due to their membership in the Spokane Minister‟s Alliance. They had also connected with other Pentecostal and Holiness churches, leading to a good fellowship. Two churches came under this ministry, causing Bishop King to declare Washington a separate CHSC ministry state. This moved the ministry from under the Western Diocese, causing the National Convention to declare Elder McCain as Overseer McCain. Bishop King named Pastor Johnny Hickson, pastor of Solid Rock CHSC, as District Superintendent. He saw the singing and leadership talent of him and his wife, Sister Ruby Hickson, and wanted them to have some leadership and not have all of the leadership in the State of Washington controlled by the McCains and the Udells. Through the Hicksons, another pastor, Elder Beroth, also became involved with the district. Elder Udell began a ministry for a short time near the campus of Washington State University. The ministry came under the attack of the enemy when Elder Udell became so outspoken against some of the moral issues of the day. The successful child care center, Wee Pals, was soon closed, and other ministries of the church began to lose support. The pressure on church members became so strong that many had to leave the church for fear of losing their jobs and their standing in the community. A local attorney told the McCains to get Elder Udell out of town as quickly as possible in 1984 as his life was in danger. The Udells left for Ft. Worth when Bishop E.L. McBride offered Elder Udell the opportunity to run the Gospel Temple Christian Academy under Bishop and Sister McBride. The McCains left in 1985, turning the church over to Superintendent Johnny Hickson, after making sure all bills of the church were paid up-to-date. Elder Jerry Jones was made pastor of the South Hill

Church in Spokane. He later turned the church over to Superintendent Hickson. For some reason, Elder Hickson and his wife moved to Georgia around 1988, leaving the churches without leadership. Bishop Mize then took over the ministry in 1989, and Sister Blanche Mize was made pastor. This history for the incoming bishop of the Pacific Northwest, Walton Mize, began in 1989 when he arrived in Spokane to take up permanent residence. Although he had visited the Washington State Jurisdiction several times, alone and with the late Bishop U.S. King, he never saw a written record of its history as records had been turned over to Elder Hickson. Bishop King spoke, from time to time, of his desire to expand the work in the northwest and separating it from the Western Diocese before he passed away. After receiving a charter from President Bishop E. L. McBride, Bishop Mize began the task of expanding the jurisdiction. The mother church, Mt. Zion Lighthouse Tabernacle (formally South Hill Christ Holy Sanctified Church) in Spokane became his headquarters and has remained so until this present time. For several years, the pastor was Pastor Blanche Mize. She relocated to Texas and helps her two daughters, leaving Bishop Mize with general oversight of the church. The foundation for this work was laid by Overseer Dowell and Evangelist Cassie McCain. They planted a sure foundation, the bishop merely watered it, and God gave the increase. Between 1989 and 2003, 20 churches were added to the jurisdiction (now known as the Northwest Diocese). Of that increase, seven churches remain with us today. Intermitting health issuers, i.e., six major surgeries and a stroke has hindered the bishop somewhat, but he intends to evangelize the states where there is no CHSC presence in the diocese, namely; Alaska, Idaho, Wyoming, North and South Dakota, God willing. The diocese has a future, thanks to the love, the work, and the sacrifice, of Elder and Evangelist McCain who laid the foundation for it. We will not forget as some might. Whenever, or wherever, the diocese gathers, they will be honored and remembered, along with other elders and faithful members. The Mother Church is located at E. 508 – 25th Avenue, Spokane, WA 99203

SPECIAL REPORT ON THE NORTHWEST DIOCESE By Bishop Walton F. Mize, Sr. Northwest Diocese Office: Christ Holy Sanctified Church of America, Inc. Address: PMB 144 (Postal) 1314S Grand Blvd, Ste #2 Spokane, WA 99202-1174 (Physical): 508 E 25th Avenue Spokane, WA 99203-2418 Phone: 509 747-6886 Fax: 509 747-4224 Prelate: Bishop Walton F. Mize, Sr. Exec. Sect.: Patricia Peterson E-mail: Website: www.nwdiocesechsc.org Churches of the Diocese 1. Mt. Zion Lighthouse Tabernacle, CHSC Address: P.O. Box 8072 2503 S Grand Blvd City: Spokane, State/zip: WA 99203-2418 Phone: 509 747-3111 Pastor: Walton Mize (interim) Sect.: Patricia Peterson E-Mail: [email protected] 2. Full Gospel Tabernacle, CHSC Address: 3302 Liberty City: Spokane, State/zip: WA 99207 Phone: 5 09-489-2689 Pastor: Ernest Beroth E-mail: ([email protected]) 3. Mt Zion Holiness Church Address: P.O. Box 4314 2627 E. 5th Avenue City: Spokane State/Zip: WA 99202 Phone: 509 270-1625 Pastor: Robert Jackson Email: [email protected] 4. The Church of Berachah, CHSC Address: 1225 N Cochran City: Spokane, State/Zip: WA 99201-6035 Phone: 747-6035

Pastor: Patricia Ledlow: Asst Pastor: Stephy Nobles-Beans: E-mail: [email protected] 5. Manifested Glory Ministries, CHSC Address: 540 Bridges Avenue S City: Kent State/zip: WA 98032 Phone: 1 253-373-0105 Pastor: Barbara Stowers Asst Pastor: Bernard Stowers E-Mail: [email protected] 6. Living Waters Deliverance Center, CHSC Address: 1209 NE 84th Avenue City: Vancouver, State/zip: WA 98664 Phone: 1-360-695-7034 Pastor: Vernon Brazzle E-mail: [email protected] 7. Victory Temple (mission) Address: P.O. Box 3, City: Browning, State: MT (Indian Reservation). Phone: 1406-338-2436 Pastor: Henry Bearmedicine 8. Aliyah Ministries, CHSC (outside of diocese) Address: 2104 Lenox Oval City/State: Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Phone: 1-412-512-5828 Pastor: Larry Solomon Sect. Christina Joyner Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Organizations Int'l Harvest Christian Fellowship Church Bishop Ernest Carradine 4233 San Simeon Court Fort Worth TX 76179 [email protected] World Harvest Evangelistic Ministries WHEM Bible College & Theology Seminary Bishop Michael Davis [email protected] Lost to the Cross Evangelist Dale & Dee Comer 523 Holland #C Spokane WA 99218 [email protected] Note: These are men who I work with for a number of years and still consider me their mentor and bishop; however, if they wish to retain CHSC credentials, I let them know that they have the option to do so. Submitted by Bishop Walton F. Mize, Sr.

PICTURES FROM THE MINISTRY OF ELDER DOWELL AND MOTHER CASSIE MAE MCCAIN, PARENTS OF ELDER ED UDELL, SR.