en “Making Ready A People Prepared For The Lord” http://www.1stchurch.net © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=30 CD/DVD Series In this series, Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, uses biblical references to address current issues within family relationships. Using the Bible he shows us how we can not only answer the question 'What's Wrong with My Family?', but how we can use God's Word to fix what's wrong. "WHAT'S WRONG WITH MY FAMILY?" Order CD Set Order DVD Set SERMON PLAYER Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:07:01 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=35 Fri, 5 Sep 2008 08:34:49 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=34 Thu, 7 Aug 2008 15:13:29 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21&article_id=27 In this series, Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, uses Biblical references to address current issues within family relationships. Using the Bible he shows us how we can not only answer the question 'What's Wrong with My Family?', but how we can use God's Word to fix what's wrong. "WHAT'S WRONG WITH MY FAMILY?" BISHOP TIMOTHY J. CLARKE This is a 4 Disc CD or DVD set. The DVD set price is $49.95 The CD Set price is $24.95 +$6.95(Shipping & Handling) Order CD Set Order DVD Set Fri, 8 Feb 2008 19:30:41 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31&article_id=22 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:45:28 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19&article_id=9 On Monday evening, October 25, 1937, a few saints met at the home of Brother and Sister Marvin Thompson to discuss the possibility of beginning a Church of God congregation on the east side of Columbus. These saints were, at that time, members of the Burnside Church of God on the west side, presently known as the Wayne Avenue Church of God. Although the records are not conclusive, Marvin and Essie Thompson, Emma Bush, Mattie Jackson and Henrietta Viney were among those who felt “led of the Holy Spirit to begin a work on the east side.” The first service was held on March 13, 1938. Since that faithful day, the First Church of God has worshipped at the following Columbus, Ohio locations: 562 St. Clair Avenue 1206 Atcheson Street 487 North Champion Avenue 115 Wilson Avenue On Fathers Day, Sunday, June 18, 2000 under the leadership of Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, the congregation took possession of 124 acres and began worshipping at the “City of Refuge”, 3480 Refugee Road. First Church is a local assembly that has membership in and fellowship with the Church of God Reformation Movement. The Church of God Reformation Movement has earthly headquarters in Anderson, Indiana and has churches in every state of the U.S. as well as a strong witness in many nations of the world. First Church is also affiliated with the National Association of the Church of God (NACOG), a group of African-American Church of God congregations. The NACOG is headquartered in West Middlesex, Pennsylvania. Our membership and association with both of these bodies is voluntary and they in no manner dictate or direct the affairs of this local assembly. First Church is autonomous in terms of government and does not answer to any “higher” assembly or board. First Church is a growing church, one that is enjoying the blessings of God and a season of true revival. Pastors and Interim Pastors who have served First Church of God Rev. J. W. Butler March 1938 to June 1943 Rev. Ella McCoy (Jackson) June 1943 to April & 1944 March 1950 to May 1952 Rev. J. B. Walker April 1944 to October 1947 Rev. George H. Johnson March 1948 to March 1950 Rev. U. S. Jackson June 1952 to May 1953 & July 1965 to December 1968 Rev. Gladys Walker September 1953 to June 1965 NO IMAGE Rev. Bertha Clark January 1969 to March 1969 Rev. Raymond Steele April 1969 to November 1969 March 1981 to February 1982 Rev. Dennis Houston November 1969 to February 1981 Bishop Timothy J. Clarke February 1982 to Present Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:14:19 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=17 Click here for Prayer Request Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:11:17 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=20 COLUMBUS Fox 28 WTTE Tuesday &Thursday 6:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:07:46 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=136 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=136&article_id=27 Click Here To Join Us Thu, 29 Nov 2007 21:57:13 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17&article_id=7 Our MissionBy now, you have probably either seen or heard the phrase, "Making Ready A People Prepared To Meet The Lord." This statement comes from Luke 1:17, a passage that deals with the mission of John the Baptist in preparing the way for the ministry of Jesus."And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord." (Luke 1:17 emphasis added)At First Church we have adopted this as our mission statement. The Bible teaches us that "it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgement" (Hebrews 9:27) and that "every one of us shall give account of himself to God" (Romans 14:10). It is the mission of First Church of God to prepare persons for their ultimate and great appointment, namely standing before the Lord. Everything we do then is done through the lens of this mission statement. Our BeliefWe believe the Bible to be the inspired and infallible written Word of God.We believe in and worship the triune God, one God in three persons: God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. We believe that sin resulted in the fall of humanity and separation from God. We believe humanity is sinful by nature and by choice, and is in need of a Savior for redemption and restoration to fellowship with God.We believe that Jesus is the only begotten Son of God, both fully God and fully human. We believe that His crucifixion, death, burial and resurrection was the ransom for sin that restored that fellowship. We believe that He is presently seated at the right hand of God the Father, with all power in His hands.We further believe in the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on the cross of Calvary as the only answer to humanity's sin problem. We believe that salvation is obtained by grace through faith. All who confess with their mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in their heart that God has raised Him from the dead shall be saved.We believe that the Holy Spirit initiates the process of salvation and is active in the conviction, conversion, and regeneration of the believer. The Holy Spirit further performs a special work in the heart and life of the believer that is subsequent to and apart from the conversion experience through the process of sanctification, whereby the Holy Spirit cleanses and purifies the heart of the believer by removing the "old" or "Adamic" nature and fills the cleansed heart with the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, enabling the believer to live a holy life free from sin. We also believe that the Holy Spirit gifts every believer with spiritual gifts for the purpose of furthering the work and Kingdom of God. We believe in the second coming of Jesus Christ to ransom the Church and to judge the world. We believe in the new heaven and the new earth, and that God will judge and reward us according to our works.This we confess. This we believe.Our PurposeThe statement of mission tells why we exist. Our purpose helps us understand our function in the execution of our mission. Primarily then, the purpose of the First Church of God is three-fold.(1) To EXHALT Christ - we have been called to raise or to lift up the name of Jesus as the way to salvation, the Son of God and the Savior of the world. {John 3:14-18; John 12:32; 1 Corinthians 1:23-24}(2) To EVANGELIZE The Lost - we have been called to spread the Gospel message to all of the world and make disciples of those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. {Matthew 28:18-20}(3) To EDIFY The Body - we have been called to "build up" the Body of Christ through the discovery and exercising of the spiritual gifts placed in us by the Holy Spirit of God. {Ephesians 4:7-16}At First Church, we do this in a number of ways. We do this through our worship and praise, preaching and teaching, through Christian Education and cell groups, fellowship with one another and other assemblies of faith Mon, 26 Mar 2007 12:33:50 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=5 Sister "C", as she is affectionately known, is a powerful and anointed woman of God. She is a gracious, loving and compassionate woman who understands the awesome responsibility of being a First Lady.Clytemnestra Lawson Clarke hails from Teaneck, New Jersey where she was raised, educated and nurtured in the faith. She is the daughter of Robert L and the late Betty G. Lawson.On April 2, 1977, Sister "C" was united in holy matrimony to Bishop Timothy J. Clarke. In that same year, they relocated to Warren, Ohio where they faithfully served as Pastor and First Lady at York Avenue Church of God for over four years. On February 21, 1982, Bishop and First Lady Clarke accepted the call of God to serve First Church of God in Columbus, Ohio; where they have continued to serve for over 24 years.Upon her arrival to First Church, Sister "C" immediately gained the love and respect of the congregation. She is a special person with a quiet strength. Her gracious disposition and love for God's people has endeared her to the body of Christ.Over the years, Sister "C" has served First Church and the people of God through the Women's Fellowship, Ministry of Music and Outreach Ministry. In January 2003, she was appointed as a Key Leader and Director of Congregational Care which includes the H.O.P.E. Counseling Ministry, Sisters in the Spirit (Women's Ministry), Lets Talk (a women's open forum and mentoring program.), Intercessory Prayer, Hospitality, Health and Wellness Ministry, Growing Your Marriage, Nursery and D.E.S.T.I.N.Y. (a mentoring program for girls)She has served the National Association of the Church of God as past secretary of the National Inspirational Youth Convention. In 1995, she received a citation of recognition from Columbus Mayor Greg Lashutka as one of the "Black Women of Courage" honorees.She is a graduate of the University of Dayton where she earned a Master of Science Degree in Social Agency Counseling. She was formerly employed by the State of Ohio Department of Health for 15 years and held various positions including Human Service Program Consultant for the Employee Assistance Counseling Program and Primary Care Analyst for the Department of Primary Care and Rural Health.Bishop and Sister "C" are the proud parents of two adult daughters, Dionesha Antoinette and Joscelyn Renee. Fri, 23 Mar 2007 06:11:05 MST http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.1stchurch.net/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=4 Bishop Timothy J. Clarke is the visionary leader and Senior Pastor of First Church of God in Columbus, Ohio. Under his dynamic and prophetic leadership, First Church has become a spiritual beacon at the local and national level. Bishop Clarke was called to the ministry in January, 1974 and served as Associate Minister at First Church of God, in his hometown of Far Rockaway, New York, under his mentor, the late Dr. James E. Cray. Bishop Clarke began his pastorate at York Avenue Church of God (Warren, OH) in November, 1977; faithfully serving that congregation for four years. In February, 1982, he was called to the Senior Pastorate of First Church of God (Columbus, OH). He was consecrated to the office of Bishop in September, 2001. In addition to his commitment and anointing as a pastor, Bishop Clarke willfully serves the Body of Christ as an evangelist and teacher.Bishop Clarke has received several honors and degrees for his service to the church and to the community at large which include: Master in Ministry, (Southern California School of Ministry, Los Angeles, CA); Doctor of Divinity (Mid-America Bible College, Oklahoma City, OK); Doctor of Law, (Southern California School of Ministry, Los Angeles, CA); Doctor of Humanities, (Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, OH) and Morehouse College Board of Preachers Inductee.He has served on the boards of various community and political organizations: State of Ohio Victims of Crime Advisory Board, Columbus Urban League Board of Directors, United Way of Franklin County, Inter-racial Leadership Council, Clergy Leadership Task Force, Inter-Denominational Ministerial Alliance, President & CEO - New Beginnings Christian Community Revitalization Corporation. Bishop Clarke has maintained a fellowship with the National Association of the Church of God (NACOG) serving in several leadership capacities including: President of the National Inspirational Youth Convention (NIYC); Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the General Assembly; President, Vice-President and Presiding Elder of the NACOG.The author of seven books, Bishop Clarke ministers to our heart and encourages our soul through: "Signs of His Coming", "Help for Those Who Hurt", "Bring Back the Glory", "Daughter Don't Miss Your Season", "Living in the Blessed Place", "Making the Most of Your Time" and "Celebrating the Family: Lessons from the Book of Ruth".Bishop Clarke and his lovely wife, Lady Clytemnestra Lawson Clarke of Teaneck, NJ are the parents of two adult daughters. Fri, 23 Mar 2007 05:49:35 MST