FCOG Interstate Seniors Convention 2015

SENIOR MINI CONVENTION 2015 - COLUMBUS, OHIO

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B ishop Timothy J.

Clarke, Senior

Pastor of First

Church of God in

Columbus, Ohio,

was called to the

ministry in 1974

and first served in

his hometown as Associate Minister at

First Church of God, Far Rockaway, and

New York. He began his first pastorate

in November of 1977, at the York Ave-

nue Church of God, Warren, Ohio,

where he served the congregation for

four years. In February of 1982, he was

called to be Senior Pastor of First

Church of God, Columbus, Ohio. In

2001, the Lord led him to create the Be-

rean Fellowship of Churches, which at

the present time includes 50 + churches

of various denominations. He also

serves the church-at-large as an Evan-

gelist and Teacher.

Bishop Clarke received a Master in

Ministry from the Southern California

School of Ministry, Los Angeles, CA

and was consecrated to the office of

Bishop in 2001. His honors include:

Doctor of Divinity from Mid-America

Bible College, Oklahoma City, OK;

Doctor of Law, Southern California

School of Ministry, Los Angeles, CA;

Doctor of Humanities, Wilberforce Uni-

versity, Wilberforce, Ohio and was in-

ducted to the Morehouse College Board

of Preachers.

In the years after being ordained by

the Church of God, Anderson, IN, in

1977, Bishop Clarke began a long career

of association with the National Asso-

ciation of the Church of God, West Mid-

dlesex, PA. His service includes: Presi-

dent of the National Inspirational Youth

Convention; Chairman and Vice-

Chairman of the General Assembly;

President, Vice-President, and Presiding

Elder of the National Association of the

Church of God.

Bishop Clarke is the author of nine

books, “Signs of His Coming” (1998),

“Help for Those Who Hurt” (2001),

“Bring Back the Glory” (2001),

“Daughter Don’t Miss Your Sea-

son” (2002), “Living in the Blessed

Place” (2003), “Making the Most of

Your Time” (2004), “Celebrating the

Family”(2005), Reclaiming your

Spiritual Health (2006), Paying the

Price to Win: Putting your faith into

action (2008).

Bishop Clarke and his wife the for-

mer Clytemnestra Lawson of Teaneck,

NJ, are the parents of adult children

Dionesha (Ocie) Clarke - Logan and

Joscelyn Renee Clarke. They are the

proud grandparents of Ryan Joseph

Clarke and London Yvonne Logan. ■

Bishop Timothy J. Clarke



Ms. Willy Suggs & Mr. Matthew Aaron Taylor

“Social Security and Beyond”

This workshop will provide an overview of Social Security - Topics will include: Qualifications, When to Begin Retirement Bene-

fits , Full Retirement Age (FRA), Early Retirement, Delayed Retirement Credits, Family Benefits , Examples of Benefits, The

Retirement Earnings Limit and 2015 Age 62 Benefit Table

Ms. Willy Suggs is a Financial Profes-

sional with Prudential and she says it is

truly the best job in the world. That’s

because she gets to help people from all

walks of life prepare for financial secu-

rity, asset growth and income protec-

tion. Each of her clients is unique in

what they need for insurance coverage,

retirement planning and wealth transfer

to the next generation. Tell her what

your goals are and she’ll work to

achieve them together. ■

Ms. Willy Suggs Mr. Matthew Taylor

Mr. Matthew Taylor is a Financial Services

Manager with Prudential. As a Financial Pro-

fessional with Prudential, he can provide as-

sistance on a range of financial issues - from

evaluating insurance needs to helping clients

meet their financial needs. He has experience

in building and maintaining close client rela-

tionships, founded on the basis of trust, re-

spect and integrity. He works tirelessly to

help his clients achieve their goals. ■

Mrs. Sally Henkaline

“Maximize your

Memory!” 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Mrs. Sally Henkaline is a nurse practitioner and has her master’s degree in nursing from

Ohio State University with a focus on geriatrics. She has been on the faculty of Mt Carmel

School of Nursing and recently retired from the Faculty of Grant Family Practice Resi-

dency Program after 20 years. While in the residency she co-taught the geriatrics compo-

nent of the program. Mrs. Henkaline is a part of the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging

Speakers Bureau. The Speakers Bureau offers more than 30 workshops for older adults,

caregivers, community groups, and employers. The workshop titles include: Your Aging

and Disability Resource Network; Healthy; Matter of Balance and Medicare. ■


Norma Stewart has been a Fitness Instructor and Personal trainer

since 1995. She has a strong interest and passion for personal fit-

ness and the personal fitness of others. She has been an instructor

at Bally’s Fitness. While retired, but not idle, she currently is the

manager for the First Church of God Fitness Center; she also

teaches a senior aerobics class three times a week in partnership

with Mount Carmel Health.

She is certified in CPR, Personal Training in Senior Aerobics

and Chair Aerobics. She lives by the moto “The human body is the

temple of God”, fitness and proper nutrition are the main keys.

She lives in Columbus Ohio and is a member of the First Church of

God. ■

Norma Stewart

Keep It Moving -

Morning Stretch

Norma Stewart


Min. Betty Hill Scott

Emotional Health

“Care Giving” Dementia/Alzheimer

Min. Betty L. (Hill) Scott has a Master of Arts in Professional Pastoral Counseling, and is a licensed

clinical pastoral counselor. She is also a certified temperament therapist and an ordained minister in

the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana). Min. Betty is the founder of Living Waters (counseling)

Ministries in Columbus, Ohio. She is a published author and composer of music, the stepmother of

two sons, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Min. Betty is also a retired case manager

from the Franklin County Office on Aging, in her home town of Columbus, Ohio. Min. Betty L.

(Hill) Scott was a June 1957 graduate of West High School. ■

Min. Betty Hill Scott

Ms. Joan Tucker

“Mental Health Concerns for

the Elderly”

This session will cover men-

tal health diagnoses for cog-

nitive problems (Dementia

and Alzheimer’s, Parkin-

son’s) and anxiety, depres-

sion, personality disorders,

substance abuse, sexuality,

stress. She will also cover

techniques to remain so-

cially connected to avert

loneliness, death of a

spouse, etc.

Ms. Joan Tucker is a LPCC-S super-

visor whose professional focus in-

cludes Individual, Family, Marital and

Group Counseling, Training Work-

shops in Mental Health Counseling,

Child Welfare and Christian Counseling.

She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical

Counseling, Master of Social Work and a

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Her current oc-

cupation is the Director of Olive Branch Coun-

seling Center, LLC; and she has a Private Practice

in Individual, Family, Marital, Group and Christian

Counseling. Ms. Tucker is currently an Adjunct

Professor at the Ohio Christian University. Ms.

Tucker is very active at her church: Mt. Olivet Bap-

tist where she is a Deaconess and church organist/

choir director. She also serves as part-time organist/

choir director at St. Paul AME Church. ■

Evie L. Bradley Ph.D.

Let’s Talk End of Life

Dr. Evie Bradley believes strongly in the value of moving from “passion to action” in addressing the

many complex challenges encountered by individuals, families and groups in present day society. As a

Licensed Independent Social Work practitioner for many years, she also recognizes that with each chal-

lenge is a corresponding opportunity for change and growth.

In regard to academic preparation, Dr. Bradley earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from

Tuskegee University. She holds a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan, and a

Ph.D. degree in Social Work (specializing in Aging) from The Ohio State University.

Currently, Dr. Bradley is engaged in research with social work colleagues at The Ohio State University

College of Social Work which examines the experiences and needs of caregivers across cultures (African

American, Latino and South Korean) when caring for family members with dementia, including Alz-

heimer’s Disease.

Dr. Bradley is a member of the First Church of God in Columbus, Ohio. ■

Ms. Joan Tucker


Dr. Evie Bradley


FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 , 2015

Rev. Nancy L. Jones is a dynamic speaker and conference facilitator, driven

by her passion for the ‘lost’ and finding alternative ways to serve those who

are often seen as the communities ‘least’ and ‘lowest’. Rev. Jones holds M.S.

of Counseling, M.S. of Leadership Education and a B.S. of Professional Min-

istries from Mid-America Christian Iniversity and is currently pursuing a M.S.

in Social Work through Southern California School of Social Work. Rev.

Jones has been a senior staff member of the First Church of God in Columbus,

Ohio for the last 30 years where she serves under the spiritual leadership of

Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, Senior Pastor. In 2014, Rev. Jones was elevated to

the position of Minister of Congregational for the First Church of God. Rev.

Jones was married for over 40 years to the late Bro. Samuel Clayton

Jones. Together they raised three children: Joseph L. Jones, Margaret (Melvin)

Echols, and Myia (Phillip) Dunwoody and she now has five grandchildren with

number six expected in December 2015. ■

D r. Jerry D. Fryar is the Senior

Pastor and Founder of Gospel

Lighthouse Church, a non-

denominational ministry in

Columbus, Ohio. As a biblical

scholar, visionary and anointed teacher, his ministry

focus is dedicated to reaching people from all walks

of life with the illuminating message of "Restoration".

God has anointed him with a vision to, “Reach

the Lost, Refresh the Broken, Restore Strength to the

Believer, Raise up Effective Leaders and Regain

Fallen Leaders”. Respected for his integrity in minis-

try in the United States and abroad, he uses his wis-

dom, gifts and knowledge to impart and train church

leaders and mentor pastors on ways to become more

effective in ministry as he plants the Word deep into

their hearts through Godly insight and practical illus-

tration.

As president and founder of the Gospel Light-

house School of Ministry, a systematic two year

Foundational Training Center in Columbus, Ohio; his

insatiable desire to offer opportunities to equip those

within the fivefold governmental and congregational

ministries with sound biblical knowledge for effective

application and excellence in ministry is unquestion-

able and inspirational. He is a graduate of Ohio Chris-

tian University, Circleville, Ohio where he earned his

Bachelor’s Degree. He is also a graduate of Trinity

Lutheran Theological Seminary, Columbus, Ohio

where he earned his

Master of Divinity and

Doctorate of Ministry De-

grees.

Dr. Fryar and Gospel

Lighthouse Church are long

standing members of FICWFM

(Fellowship of Inner-City Word of

Faith Ministries), of which Dr.

Fredrick K.C. Price is Founder. He

is also an active member of the Chris-

tian Community Network of Local

Pastors (a network of non-

denominational pastors committed to

keeping the Great Commandment, to love

God and others and to fulfill the Great

Commission, to go and make disciples). He

is active in the community and serves on

several boards and civic organizations.

He and his wife Melvina are the proud parents of

son, Delendo; daughter, Regina, four (4) grand-

sons, and six (6) great grand children. Gospel Light-

house Church is currently celebrating thirty-three

years of ministry. ■

Rev. Nancy Jones - Opening Session

“Spiritual Health”

3:00PM - 5:00PM

Hospitality

Arena District/Short North

3:00PM - 8:00PM

Registration

Hotel Lobby/Polaris Hallway

BANQUET

5:45PM - 6:00PM

Group Picture

Upper Terrace

6:00PM - 6:30PM

Red Carpet Photo Shoot

Banquet Program

6:30PM - 9:00PM

The Alder


Dr. Jerry D. Fryar


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 , 2015

Unless otherwise noted, sessions are held in The Alder

6:30AM - Noon

Registration

Polaris Hallway

6:30AM - 7:40AM

Breakfast Buffet

Upper Terrace

7:35AM - 7:50AM

Intercessory Prayer

7:50AM - 8:00AM

Praise and Worship

8:00AM - 8:40AM

Opening Session

Rev. Nancy Jones

WORKSHOPS

8:45AM - 9:20AM

Social Security and Beyond

Willy Suggs and M. A. Taylor

9:20AM - 9:30AM

Keep It Moving - Morning Stretch

Norma Stewart

9:30AM - 10:30AM

Maximizing Your Memory

Sally Henkaline

10:30AM - 10:50AM

Exhibit Hall Refreshment Break

Oak I, II & III

10:50AM - 11:00AM

Praise and Worship

11:00AM - Noon

“Care Giving” Dementia/

Alzheimer

Emotional Health

Betty Hill Scott

Noon - 1:00PM

Lunch

Upper Terrace

Ice Cream Social

Arena District/Short North

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Mental Health for the Aging

Joan Tucker

2:00PM - 2:45PM

“Let’s Talk: End-of-Life Treatment

Planning

and Decision-Making”

Evie L. Bradley Ph.D.

2:45PM - 3:00PM

Homeward Bound


Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging

Prudential Insurance Company

Ohio Commission on Minority Health

Ohio Department of Insurance/Medicare & Medicaid

Ohio State Bar Association

Franklin County Veterans Service Commission

AAA - Adult Traffic Safety

AARP

LegalShield

Capital Choice Financial Group

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These are they that the Lord has brought a mighty long way.

The Journey of the Living in the Fullness in

this Season Ministry (LIFTS)

T he Joy Heirs seniors group was formed when First Church of God was located on Wilson and Fair Avenue. In addition to the Joy

Heirs the group has had numerous names including the Silver Warriors and the Fifty Five Plus Thrive and currently known as

LIFTS “Living in the Fullness in this Season”. Reverend Hazel Boyd, the visionary for the group, served for many years and sev-

eral others followed as president. The current president is Deacon William Thompson.

The Mission

The mission of LIFTS is to address the valid unique needs of seniors and aging adults (55 and older) as defined in Titus 2:1-5.

But as for you, speak up for the right living that goes along with true Christianity. 2 Teach the older men to be serious and unruffled;

they must be sensible, knowing and believing the truth and doing everything with love and patience. 3 Teach the older women to be

quiet and respectful in everything they do. They must not go around speaking evil of others and must not be heavy drinkers, but they

should be teachers of goodness. 4 These older women must train the younger women to live quietly, to love their husbands and their

children, 5 and to be sensible and clean minded, spending their time in their own homes, being kind and obedient to their husbands

so that the Christian faith can’t be spoken against by those who know them. (TLB)

LIFTS serves to set an example for the next generation and provides opportunities for senior involvement in various events and min-

istries of the church. The ministry offers special programs, outings and holiday activities. The LIFTS ministry has sponsored the

Interstate Mini Convention, a Black History Program as well as trips to the Site and Sound Theatre, BB Riverboat Cruise and the

Living Bible Museum. The members meet the first Saturday of the month to plan and fellowship and every senior is welcome.

If you are 55 and over we invite you to come and join us at our next meeting.






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