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This is a publication put out for the ministers of the Oklahoma District by the Oklahoma District Council of the Assemblies of God
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PublisherFrank Cargill
EditorJack Salkil
DesignerBrandon Knight
CopyeditorBarbara Miller
Other ContributorsElizabeth MoonGreg Tiffany
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General Presbyters
Frank CargillSuperintendent
Craig DacusAssistant Superintendent
Tom GoinsSecretary-Treasurer
Executive Presbyters
Curtis Owens Ron McCaslin
Ministry Directors
Doug EveraardYouth Ministries
Dean GuthrieChildren’s Ministries
Darren PilcherChurch Ministries
Michelle PilcherWomen’s Ministries
Jack SalkilAdministrator
Lindell WarrenMissions
Sectional Presbyters
Arlis MoonSection 1
Leo GuthrieSection 2
Melvin BakerSection 3
Steve RoseSection 4
Bruce McCartySection 5E
Darryl WoottonSection 5W
Doyle SeeleySection 6
Weldon WrightSection 7
Micah WellsSection 8
David BrooksSection 9N
Steve LanceSection 9S
Don BarnesSection 10
Billy MartinSection 11
T.D. GiffordSection 12
MARCH
World Day of Prayer.......................... March 5School of Ministry Game Day...... March 6Credentials Testing Day ................ March 6National Royal Rangers Council.. March 11-13BGMC Day.............................................. March 21Guys Get-Away.................................... March 26State Bible Quiz.................................. March 26-27Palm Sunday......................................... March 28
APRILSchool of Ministry Game Day...... April 3Credentials Testing Day ................ April 3Easter....................................................... April 4RV Convention.................................... April 8 - 10District Fine Arts................................ April 9 - 10National Youth Day.......................... April 18Christian Fun Day.............................. April 2497th District Council....................... April 26-27
DISTRICT CALENDAR
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/ SUPERINTENDENT
FRANK [email protected]
The Day of Pentecost witnessed thousands of people respond-
ing with personal commitments to Christ. Peter, known for his
reckless faith and empty promises, assumed the role of spokes-
man for the New Testament church. His leadership style changed
from unpredictable to demonstrative. Because of Pentecost, Peter
exhibited gifts far beyond anything ever envisioned.
The possibilities for leadership explode exponentially when
coupled with the anointing and power of the Holy Spirit. The
new wine of Pentecost propels vision to a height that exceeds the
imagination of the human mind. Pentecostal leadership steps into
the unknown and rejoices over the unseen. Leaders, possessed by
Pentecost, hear voices without seeing faces. They dream dreams
and experience visions.
The Holy Spirit permeates the life of the leader during strate-
gic planning. The Spirit breathes words of wisdom and words
of knowledge into the heart of the sensitive leader. As a result,
Pentecostal leadership has available a checks-and-balances sys-
tem because of His presence. A Spirit-filled leader relies on the
inner voice that guides and directs behind the curtain of public
performance.
Pentecostal leadership operates with the knowledge that His
goals exceed the imagination of human ingenuity. The leader
takes care never to assume the credit; instead, he or she allows
the Holy Spirit to reflect the accolades to the God of all the ages.
“Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord of
hosts.” (Zech. 4:6 KJV).
Pentecostal leadership remains aware of the people who follow.
The bond forged through the priority of healthy relationships and
sensitivity to human needs becomes a symbol of unity demon-
strated in the Trinity by the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
People, not programs, become the thrust of endeavors and the
center of affection. God’s redemptive plan is revealed as He as-
sumes human flesh and as His passion explodes in the life of the
spiritual leader.
A Pentecostal leader allows time for the miraculous hand of God.
Timing becomes the critical issue for the enactment of change,
but reliance upon the power of the Holy Spirit provides a comfort
zone. The leader understands the priority of the essential rather
than insisting upon conformity based on personal agenda. Lead-
ership operating without sensitivity demands alignment with the
objective while ignoring the timing of the Creator.
Pentecostal leadership never looses sight of the goal but gra-
ciously extends time for divine interaction. People giving the
hand of God liberty to operate with freedom rather than with
restraint provide far more significant results.
The carnal nature cries out for immediate conformity, implement-
ed with force and administrative authority. Human effort places
a premium on success at all cost. As a by-product of subsequent
behavior, the product becomes the driving force. The process
suffers undue stress. The goal as the objective without regard for
sensitivity to the process of the journey grieves the Holy Spirit.
The Spirit-directed leader, however, knows that “Unless the Lord
builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted” (Ps. 127:1).
When the journey becomes the objective, the pursuit gives
birth to patience. For leaders, dependency upon the Holy Spirit
surpasses the need for knowledge. Plans and human effort fall
miserably short when compared with the miraculous timing of the
Spirit of God.
Join me in the land of dreams.
The best days for the
Oklahoma Assemblies of God
are yet to come!
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TRANSFERS IN LOVING
MEMORY
YOU CAN VISIT WWW.OKAG.ORG FOR OUR OPEN CHURCH & OPEN FOR CALLS LISTS
Mildred Gladys Brannan, age 90, of Seligman, Missouri, passed away
Sunday, January 31, 2010, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield.
She was born September 26, 1919, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, the daughter
of John and Minnie (Damron) Johnson. On July 11, 1936, in Oklahoma
City, Oklahoma, she was united in marriage to George Alvin “G.A.” Bran-
nan, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Harold Brannan and his
wife, Dorothy of Claremore, Oklahoma and Ronald Brannan and his wife,
Laura of Madill, Oklahoma; one daughter, Darlene Hendrix of Seligman;
five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and seven great-great
grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents; three sisters; two brothers; two
grandsons, Darrell Brannan and Danny Brannan; one great grandson,
Darrell Brannan, Jr. and a son-in-law, Lonnie Hendrix.
Mildred received her education in Oklahoma, graduating from High
School in Oklahoma City. Her entire life was spent serving in the As-
sembly of God churches along with her husband. She had been the
Women’s Ministry Representative for Oklahoma several years. She was a
member of New Hope Assembly of God Church, Seligman.
WELCOME:
Sam Bates South Texas Arlie E. Carson KansasAnna Cottrell ArkansasAndy T. Greene Southern MissouriWilliam N. Kelly IowaKourtney N. Springer ArkansasPhillip Tally ArkansasJustin Wilson Louisiana
FAREWELL:
Joe Alzate Arkansas
Billy Pate North Texas
Daniel & Sara Stephens Tennessee
Keith Peach Farris
Dennis & Mariann Hall Morrison
Scott Morris OKC Southpointe
Cecil Guthrie Wainright
NEW PASTORS
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/ SECRETARY-TREASURER
Christ’s gifts to the Church include apostles, prophets,
evangelists, pastors and teachers (Ephesians 4:11),
exhorters, administrators, leaders, and helpers (Romans
12:7,8). We understand God’s call to these ministry
gifts is totally within His sovereign discretion without
regard to gender, race, disability, or national origin.
Three classifications of ministry are recognized and
transferable among all Assemblies of God districts; the
ordained minister, the licensed minister, and the certi-
fied minister.
All ordained, licensed, and certified ministers hold-
ing current ministerial credentials are authorized to
perform the ordinances and ceremonies (sacerdotal
functions) of the church.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Salvation - Testimony to have experienced the new
birth (John 3:5).
Baptism in the Holy Spirit - Testimony to having
received the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the initial
physical evidence of speaking in other tongues ac-
cording to Acts 2:4. The Spirit-filled life will enable a
minister to fulfill the fourfold mission of the church.
Evidence of Call - Clear evidence of a divine call to the
ministry, evidenced by a personal conviction, confirmed
by the work of the Spirit and the testimony of fellow
ministers.
Christian Character – A blameless Christian life and
a good report of those who are without (Titus 1:7 – 1
Timothy 3:7).
Doctrinal Position – A thorough understanding of and
agreement with our doctrinal position as contained in
the Statement of Fundamental Truths.
Assemblies of God Polity – A satisfactory working
knowledge of the principles, practices, and purposes of
the Fellowship through a study of the General Council
and District Council Constitution and Bylaws.
Commitment to the Fellowship – An active loyalty to
our constitutional agreements, a cooperative spirit, and
a readiness to seek and receive the counsel of older
mature Christians and those in the position of authority.
MINISTRY CREDENTIALS
TOM GOINSSecretary / [email protected]
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The poll results are out, the cross-cultural studies abound:
pointing to why we should look negatively on the church.
Granted, there are too many houses of worship that have
missed their mission. (The encouragement for these churches
is for another article.) Though some churches have declined
to a poor witness of God’s love, many HAVE kept hope alive
in their communities. I’m not into talking about what the local
church is doing wrong. Let’s focus on what we do right and
how we can impact lives for the good. Here are just a few
reasons why I love the local church:
1 I’ve found no better partnership to share the love of
Christ with a particular community or area than the
local church. Practical outreaches into the community and
the prayerful and financial support of missionaries around the
world happens when the members of a body of believers come
together to responsibly serve.
2 My family has been overwhelmingly enriched by the
endearing relationships built through the small group
life of the local church. Nothing says community like a body
of believers committed to sharing through the highs and lows
of life together.
3 The experience of a life-giving body of believers has
brought immediate and continual healing to those who
have come in needing the ministry of grace for even the most
radical cases. When the face of the church is grace, no one is
left out or behind; the grace reputation spreads, people from
all walks of life come to feel the inclusive love of Christ and
are changed by that message.
I personally believe that we need to fall in love with the local
church again. Though there will always be the critics and
naysayers to what she does or doesn’t do, and though she will
always be populated by imperfection, let’s be her biggest fan.
Let’s do all we can to keep her on the right track as we stay full
of “1 Corinthians 13” love. This is not the time to bail but to
bond…and put our best foot forward as we go forward in His
Name.
What a wonderful time we had at our Challenge 2010 LIFE
Rallies. It was such a blessing to meet so many wonderful
ladies across our state. A big thanks to all our sectional reps
and host churches who made this year a success!
The challenge is great but the ladies of Oklahoma are an-
swering the call once again. I’m excited to see what God is
going to do through each one of you! There are missionar-
ies waiting, special missions projects in need, scholarships
to be given and the list goes on and on. Let’s all do our
part!
Thanks to each church who has turned in your 2010 LIFE
pledge. I can’t wait to hear how God is supplying the need
through your local women’s ministry.
MICHELLE PILCHERWomen’s Ministries [email protected]
LIFE RALLIES UPDATE
DARREN PILCHERChurch Ministries [email protected]/darren.pilcher1www.twitter.com/darrenpilcherdarrenpilcher.blogspot.com
REASONS WHY I LOVETHE LOCAL CHURCH
/ CHURCH
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/ MISSIONS
EVERY CHURCH, SUPPORTING EVERY MISSIONARY, GOING EVERYWHERE, & REACHING EVERYONE
The “…old, old story, How a Savior came from glory…” is made
new to us because of the constant revelation of Jesus Christ. To
us who have been saved most of our life, nothing brings the new-
ness of the gospel quite like leading someone else to Christ. It
feels like we get saved all over again when we lead someone to
Christ, or even witness someone getting saved.
Missions freshens the “old, old story.” The story of how God
became man and lived and died for us remains an untold story
to many neighbors in our global village. Millions upon millions
have yet to reject Christ, for they have never heard of Him. May
we keep the “story” new and fresh by telling it again, and again,
and again?
Someone recently wrote Billy Graham and asked, “Is the day of
foreign missions over? Is there really a need for missionaries
today, especially since it is so costly to send someone overseas?”
I like the answer Billy Graham gave. “No, the day of foreign mis-
sions is not over, and the need for people who will devote them-
selves to preaching and teaching the Gospel in other cultures
may be greater than ever.”
The legendary evangelist continued his answer, “One reason is
because of the exploding population which grows at a rate of
tens of millions of people every year. Each one of them is a soul
who is precious in God’s eyes. Another reason is because vast
areas of the world are still almost untouched by the Christian
gospel, either because of strong religions of their own, which op-
pose Christianity or because of secularism. Many churches in less
developed countries simply do not have the resources to reach
out to the vast numbers of people around them who need Christ
and His salvation.
The commission of Jesus Christ to his disciples has never been
rescinded: ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given
to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy
Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded
you’.” (Matthew 28:18-20)
And so it is, the old story made new by personal experience, and
the old commandment made new by personal obedience. Shall
we not continue to proclaim the great message of the new birth
to every other human creature?
LINDELL WARRENMissions [email protected]
Getting security clearance is an absolute must to do
ministry in any jail or prison in the state of Oklahoma.
Therefore, the Oklahoma Prison Ministries Network is
offering training from the State Department of Correc-
tions for volunteers in prison ministry on Saturday, March
27th at the District Tabernacle. The orientation will begin
promptly at 9:00 a.m. and will conclude at 2:30 p.m. with
lunch in between. A D.O.C. badge will be given to each
one who successfully completes the orientation and re-
ceives clearance from the signed application. Last month
31 people completed the D.O.C. orientation at the Bridge
in Mustang. I plan to attend the March 27th class at the
District Tabernacle to renew my badge. I am glad to be a
part of making a difference in our Oklahoma prisons.
KEEPING THE MESSAGE FRESH
PRISON MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
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/ YOUTH
DOUG EVERAARDYouth Ministries [email protected]/dougeveraardwww.twitter.com/ouoakleywww.oklahomayouthministries.com
Isn’t God funny? He uses the smallest most insignificant moments in life to
teach us some of the biggest lessons. Just the other day I was sitting in my
living room watching my 2 year old son play. He walked over to my shoes and
slipped his tiny toddler feet into my size 13 tennis shoes. It was so amusing
to watch him try to walk in my shoes and imitate his father. As the moment
passed I found myself pondering the sight of this little person trying to take
on the actions of someone he admires. I began to think about the times in my
life I have tried to imitate those around me whom I have respected. Don’t get
me wrong, I believe we can take from the best and make it our own. Where
we get in trouble is when we get caught up in comparing ourselves to “the
best.” In the game of comparison there is no winner, only conflict. It would
be ridiculous if I was disappointed in my son because he was unable at 2
years old to master walking in my shoes. And yet, we give ourselves permis-
sion to compare ourselves to those around us. There are only three outcomes
from comparison. If you compare yourself to someone “better” than you, you
become discouraged. If you compare yourself to someone “less” than you,
you become prideful. And if you compare yourself to someone “equal” to you,
you become competitive. The reason my son looked so comical in my shoes
wasn’t because he is young or inexperienced at walking. (Trust me, he walks
fine and runs even better!) It was because the shoes didn’t fit! He was trying
to be someone he wasn’t. I said all that to say…learn to embrace the person
God made you! We don’t need to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes to
discover the path our shoes are walking.
Thank you youth pastors
for your attendance at
the STL Launch Confer-
ences and on behalf of
Oklahoma Missionaries all over the planet
thank you once again for your 2010 goals
for STL. Our Goal this year in Oklahoma is
to raise $600,000.00 for STL. As a team
working together to further the kingdom….
I know we can do it!!
“Launch was awesome! Doug dismissed the meet-ing I noticed a young lady went to one side weeping, as I approached she said “I’m ok but just feel like God is calling me to Africa for missions work.” I began to cry too and told her I know exactly what your dealing with because God called me 16 years ago.”
Charlie BrownMissionary to Africa
A huge “Thank you” to everyone who partici-
pated in the OYM Candy Sale!! Your efforts will
continue to help OYM reach students in every
corner of Oklahoma! We are so blessed to
have truly great Youth Pastors serving in this
great state!! You guys are awesome!!
LAUNCH REPORT
ISN’TGOD FUNNY ?
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/ CHILDREN
Last month Joy and I had the privilege of attending our first
Children’s Ministries Directors conference in Branson, Mo. We
had a great time meeting and brainstorming with children’s direc-
tors from all over the nation. Perhaps the biggest highlight of the
week was the B.G.M.C banquet that took place on Wednesday
night.
In 2009 A/G churches worldwide raised $6,039,448.70 for
B.G.M.C. At last year’s conference, B.G.M.C. Director David Boyd
made a promise that if the six million dollar goal was made, he
would take a Polar Bear Plunge into Table Rock Lake. This year,
he made good on his promise, along with five other directors that
had surpassed their goal.
The Oklahoma District did an outstanding job in 2009 by sending
$278,449.63 to B.G.M.C, placing our district fourth in the na-
tion. For 2010, we have set a goal of $325,000. If we meet and
surpass this goal, I have agreed to take the Polar Bear Plunge next
year at the CMD Conference.
I want to say thank you to all of our churches for giving to
B.G.M.C. in 2009. You have done a terrific job in helping spread
the gospel through B.G.M.C.
I also want to thank David and Tracy Zentz, our district B.G.M.C.
Coordinators, for their tireless effort in promoting B.G.M.C. to
churches around the district. This couple loves B.G.M.C. and
would love the opportunity to come to your church and share
their passion for this wonderful ministry.
If you want to receive more information about B.G.M.C., you can
go online at www.bgmc.ag.org , or you can contact the Children’s
Ministries Department at the District Office.
DEAN GUTHRIEChildrens Ministries [email protected]
WAY TO GO
OKLAHOMA
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Ask yourself: what are the values and behavior of our society today? Do I want my children to embrace what society promotes?
This past weekend I watched chil-dren and teens pursue after God! What an awesome time it was praying with them as they poured out their hearts and asked God for more of His presence. We should want our young people to be part
of this spiritual counter culture more than ever. I am inspired by the girls of Oklahoma who actively seek to be counter culture as they go through the elementary ministry in Mpact and then Teen Girl Ministries. Pastors, Children’s and youth pastors; give your girls and teen girls what they need to survive and be who they are called to be- Girls Ministries can be counter culture for your girls!
//GIRLS MINISTRIES
GREG TIFFANYChi Alpha [email protected]
LIZ MOONGirls Ministries [email protected]
Vinita Family Praise Center cel-ebrated in Nov. 2009 their 25th anniversary of ministry to Girls! Congratulations to Pastor and Sis. Ogden for 25 years of the Word
of God planted in the lives of girls and women.
Elizabeth Moon presenting honor for 25 years of ministry to girls to Pastor and Mrs. Jerry Ogden,
coun-ter-cul-ture [koun-ter-kuhl-cher] –noun the culture and lifestyle of those people, esp. among the young, who reject or oppose the dominant values and behavior of society.
It seems that every campus has some kind of construction
project going on. New Buildings, landscape, parking lots,
etc. The campus is a prime place to celebrate the Life of
Christ this Easter Season. Please take some time, walk &
Praise God on a campus near you! For together we will
give God Praise like no rocks could ever do.
37 When he came near the place where the road goes down
the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of disciples began joy-
fully to praise God in loud voices for all the miracles they had
seen: 38 “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the
Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” 39 Some
of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Jesus, “Teacher, rebuke
your disciples!” 40 “I tell you,” he replied, “if they keep quiet,
the stones will cry out.” (Luke 19:37-40)
XA OPPORTUNITIES
* Palm Sunday - Mar 26-27
OKC Inner City Outreach
* Easter Weekend - April 2-4
International Student Easter Excursion
@ Layfayette, Louisiana
PRAISE REPORTS
* Great Team Impact & XA Pizza Outreach @ EOSC / Feb 2
* Over 180 @ XA events in Tulsa & OKC
* Prayer, Outreach & Lives are being changed
on campuses across our state
* Oklahoma Chi Alpha fan & prayer pages, exceed 1300
Members (check them out)
PRAISE GOD ON THE CAMPUS
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Darrell Coffman, Mangum, reports 2 saved.
Ryamond Frizzelle, Miami, reports 70 saved in youth in
grand opening of new building, 5 saved in jail
ministry, and 8 adults saved in regular services.
Brad Jones, Wright City, reports 3 saved in regular services
and several healed.
Larry Womack, Finley, reports 3 saved and 1 filled with
the Holy Ghost in regular services.
Billy Brummett, Dewey, reports 6 saved in regular
services.
Walt Spradling, Ardmore, has been in revival for 6months.
Hundreds have been saved, filled with the Holy
Ghost and healed.
Roy Dobbs, Tulsa, reports miracles of healing and deliver
ance in the past 3 months.
Terry Stone, Tahlequah, reports several saved in regular
services, student ministry, Sunday School, and
Royal Rangers.
Ken Burge reports 36 saved and 51 filled with the Holy Ghost.
Charles Holybee reports 2 and 3 rededicated in jail
services.
Harold Powell reports 2 saved through personal
witnessing.
Charlie Newman reports 2 saved.
Joseph Bowles reports 1 rededicated.
Lance Perritt reports 16 filled and several refilled with the
Holy Ghost in weekend revival at Blackwell.
PASTORS’ REPORTS
EVANGELIST’S REPORTS
PRAYER REQUESTAlfred Pearson- job and direction.
Shirley Heath- loss of husband and finances.
Norma Watts – healing.
INFORMATIONHelp for Pastors call (918) 758-4147 or visit
www.pastoralcareinc.com.
NEEDEDNicoma Park Family Life needs a part time children’s pastor and a
part time music minister. Contact Pastor Gene Allen at (405) 708-
9987 or email [email protected].
DONATIONSGreg Wheat at Lexington Christian Life has Altars and Communion
Table available for needy church. (405) 760-2220
IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE LISTED ON THIS PAGE OF THE OUTLOOK, PLEASE CONTACT US VIA EMAIL. [email protected]
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