I’m still not certain what a “bishop” (Link Hudson) is in the Church of God. Can only bishops sit on the floor of the general council to vote. Are bishops all ordained men over the age 25? Jentezen Franklin is a CoG bishop and would be eligible as general overseer. Church of God 2016 General Assembly in Nashville, TN // July 18th-22nd // Elections Bishop List »
In Church Growth Seminars, it has always been emphasized that if a local church has a majority of its membership, or those in attendance, that is comprised of older people (age group 50+) as its congregation, it is a dying church. Do you know the same principle applies to the General Church. Notice the attached denominational report of the Church of God (Cleveland, TN) regarding its ministers and ... »
Minutes of the 60th General Assembly of the Church of God Place: Tarrant County Convention Center, Forth Worth, TX. Date: August 14-19, 1984. General Overseer: E.C.Thomas. SUPPLEMENT: Declaration of Faith (p.4). [48th A.] Church of God Teachings (pp.6-8). [48th A.] Resolution Relative to the Principles of Holiness of Church of God. (pp.12,13). [48th A.] Requirements (pp.73,74). [48th A.] »
Church of God General Assembly, Nashville 2016 “….all ordained ministers 25 years of age and older and ordained bishops…” Rationale: “This motion seeks to affirm the value of a new generation of ministers by giving them voice and vote in shaping the future mission, vision, and core values of the Church of God. It also expands the International General Council to inclu... »