THE PRAISE ZONE COGIC - CAMP SPRINGS, MARYLAND

The Praise Zone Missionary Circle President is Missionary Kathy Bourage, appointed by Pastor David J. Porter at the 2008 Annual Business meeting, and confirmed by the full hearty applause of the the church membership assembly.

I believe in the doctrine of this, the Church Of God In Christ, as it is interpreted by our founder, Bishop C.H. Mason, and perpetuated by the ministers of said church to be doctrines of the Holy Bible. As a Missionary, I pledge my loyalty to this church, and its doctrine pledging to teach faithfully, and no other as long as I hold its license. I further pledge my loyalty to the leadership of this church, always holding them in honor and esteem. I also pledge my obedience, and service to the best of my ability, according to the education of the dedication of the scriptures.

Left To Right: Missionary Pettus, Missionary Collier, Missionary Johnson, Missionary C. Porter, Missionary R. Porter, Missionary Lotson, Missionary K. Bourage, Missionary Evangelist Huff, Missionary Evangelist Gray-Thomas.

DEACONESS MISSIONARY *

A Deaconess Missionary is a licensed missionary whose activities are within the confines of her local church. However, if she is invited to serve outside the confines of her local church, she may do so with the permission of her pastor, but she must be accompanied by her church mother ors a qualified missionary.

A Deaconess Missionary must study the Word of God as her rule of faith and practice, seeking knowledge from the Higher Power and training through Institute Classes, Bible Schools, etc. This will better equip her to serve God and His people.

A Deaconess Missionary must serve her local church and help build the work of God in the Women's Department, which will enhance the General Work. It is recommended that after two years of in service training, and being led of God, her activities lead to the Evangelistic Ministry, she may be recommended by her pastor for Evangelist License. In special cases he may request an earlier promotion.

EVANGELIST MISSIONARY *

An Evangelist Missionary is a missionary whose mission extends into the District and the Jurisdiction. However, she must yet have the endorsement of her pastor and Jurisdictional Supervisor. She is expected to help build the work on all levels. She must be available to travel and conduct revivals whenever and wherever called upon. A real Evangelist Missionary will have two prerequisites: 1) a Mission and 2) a Vision. These two prerequisites will give a greater thrust in soul-winning.

* Women's Handbook - Revised Edition 1989 [The latest handbook info will be added asap]