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56th AnnuAl

Bishops CounCil And Workers ConferenCe

“The Year of Abundant spiritual Blessings and expectations:

increasing Your Capacity for Growth and expansion”

Tuesday, March 12 – Friday, March 15, 2013 • Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capital Square • Columbus, OH

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This month I would like to talk about the greatest helper of them all, The Holy Spirit.. The Holy Spirit is a very practical Helper who assists us in every aspect of our lives. When we pray, He intercedes for us according to the Lord’s will (Rom. 8:26). Because of our limited knowledge or self-centered desires, we sometimes ask for the wrong things, but the Spirit takes our pe-titions and aligns them with the Father’s will. Although we may think our prayer wasn’t answered, in reality, the Holy Spirit just straightened out our requests in order to give us what was best.

God’s Spirit also helps us understand His Word (John 16:13). In fact, no one can comprehend the Bible unless the Spirit il-lumines his thinking. If you come to the Scriptures with a clean heart, a submissive will, and a dependent attitude, He will enlarge your spiritual senses to see the truth and understand His thoughts.

Perhaps one of the Spirit’s most under-appreciated works is His conviction of our sin (vv. 8-11). Although it’s unpleasant and sometimes painful, we should never want Him to stop, because this is the way He gets us back on track after we have strayed. But He doesn’t just point out our wrongs; He also empowers us to do right. True righteousness is achieved only by rely-ing on Him to transform us and carry out His work through us.

Sometimes we don’t realize how much we need the Spirit. Though we ac-knowledge that salvation is accomplished by Christ alone, how many of us feel as if living the Christian life is now up to us? But self-reliance is a recipe for failure. Only when you know you can’t, will you find He can!

A Helper for All Occasions

Congratulation ToinTernATionAl BiBle WAY ChurCh of Jesus ChrisT, inC.

56th AnnuAl Bishops CounCil And Workers ConferenCe


56Th AnnuAl Bishops CounCil And Workers ConferenCe

Bishop William C. & Mother Lelia M. Latta and the Ohio Diocese proudly welcome Presiding Bishop Chief Apostle Cornelius Showell, Elect Lady Au-gust Showell and The International Bible Way

Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Inc to the great “Buck-eye State” of Ohio as we host the 56th Bishop’s Council and Worker Conference. The city of Columbus is a diverse and growing city with an African American male as our Mayor, who has served as the city’s longest elected ma-jor.

The Ohio Diocese was started under the leadership of Bishop Winfield A. Showell one of the founding fathers of The International Bible Way Church. His commitment to God and Bible Way coupled with his love for the people energized him to make numerous trips to Cleveland and later to Columbus and Toledo to make sure the Diocese was properly established and flourishing. He attend the April and September Diocese meeting faithfully first with District Elder James & Mother Georgia Lee Lampkin in Cleveland. In 1960, Elder William C. Latta came to Colum-bus to pastor and become a past of the Ohio Dioceses. In 1981, Elder William C. Latta was consecrated to the office of Bishop and later was appointed to Diocesan of Ohio.

The Diocese has grown from two churches to sixteen churches. As we continue to grow, we expect great things from the state of Ohio. Our prayers will be with you dur-ing visit. What ever you need, just ask and with the help of the Lord we are there to serve you.

Love You,Bishop and Mother William C. LattaConference Host

Greeting in the Name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ:


The late Apostle Smallwood E. Williams under the guidance of the Holy Spirit asked Elder William C. Latta to come to Columbus, Ohio to Pastor. We began our first service September 4, 1960 with Elder William C. Latta conducting months of Evangelistic Crusades. In 1969, we remodel the church sanctu-ary shortly after a small electrical fire.

In the late 70s due to the increase in member-ship the church began to look for a larger building, however, we were unable to find a facility large enough to meet our needs; therefore, we decided to build where we were.

May 1980, we had our first Sunday Morning Service in the new Sanctuary. In 2007, we started renovation of our property, which we completed in 2009. September 15, 2012 Apostle Cornelius Show-ell installed Bishop William Latta as Senior Pastor, Elder Timothy Latta as Pastor, and Elder Otis Buck-ner as Assistant Pastor.

The late Apostle Smallwood E. Williams under the guidance of the Holy Spirit asked Elder William C. Latta to come to Columbus, Ohio to Pastor. Bish-op Smallwood E. Williams invested $2000 to secure the property for the church.

The Bible Way Church began its services on Sep-tember 4, 1960 with our Pastor conducting months of Evangelistic Crusades. In the first service, there were only two families, Deacon and Sister Ander-son Gibson and Elder and Sister Bert Thompson, who were already members of the former church. Sister Dollie Trent united with the church at the first service. At the close of the crusades the Lord had given us enough members for the late Mother Mary Wilson (mother of the late Apostle Smallwood Wil-liams) to organize the Missionary Department. Sis-ter Corrine Gibson organized the Adult Choir.

In the fall of 1969, there was a need to remodel the building, but the church did not have the funds to do so; however, that year the church had a small electrical fire, which caused some minor damages to the church, and we received enough money from the insurance company to lower the ceiling. Dea-

con Carey extended the pulpit area, made a com-munion table and two altars. The church raised enough money to purchase padded pews and pul-pit furniture.

Numerically our membership continued to grow until we had outgrown the small church. In the late 70s, we began to look for a larger facility; however, we could not find a building large enough so we decided to build where we were.

Thus, we began the process of purchasing properties in the neighborhood around the church. We purchased four separate properties on the North side of the church, one on the South side, and two lots on Oakley Avenue. We also purchased the Garland building (the green building as we call it) Scotty’s Carry Out on Sullivant Avenue, the Ameri-can Legions Building (Mary Wilson Hall), a lot on

Highland Avenue, and two lots at 438 S. Wheatland Avenue (the Herman House). After we purchased these properties and raised the funds, we selected an architect who made a model of our new church. The late Elder Herman Partridge began and com-pleted the construction our new building.

In 1979, Christmas Eve, we held our first service the incomplete lower auditorium. It was so cold we used big kerosene heaters to heat the place. In May 1980, we had our first Sunday Morning Service in the new Sanctuary. In 2007, we started the renova-tion of our property, which we completed in 2009.

September 15, 2012 Apostle Cornelius Showell installed Bishop William Latta as Senior Pastor, El-der Timothy Latta as Pastor, and Elder Otis Buck-ner as Assistant Pastor. This was the first pastoral change in our 52- year history.

Columbus Church History



The Bible Way Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, World Wide, Inc. had its inception in Sep-tember 1957. Bishop Small-wood E. Williams, who at the time was the General Secretary of the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith (COOLJC), along with Bishop John S. Beane, Bishop Winfield Showell, Bishop Joseph Moore and Bishop McKinley Williams, withdrew from that organi-zation (along with about 70 churches) and founded a new organization.

Beliefs of the Bible Way Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ include the inspiration of the Bible as the word of God; salvation made pos-sible only through Jesus; the baptism of the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues; water baptism by immersion; the pre-millennial second coming of Jesus; the final judgment of the dead; and the establishment of new heavens and a new earth.

Through fifty years of service to the Kingdom of God, the Bible Way organization has emerged as

a strong, vibrant, and growing orga-nization. Churches were founded

throughout the world, and Bishop Williams, a preacher’s

preacher, became one of the most popular national preachers of his time. A very influential social fig-ure, he spoke extensively on racial and social injus-tice and used his pastoral clout to fight for integrity (or integration?) in the Na-

tions’ Capital. His sons in the gospel have inherited his

preaching dynamo, and the name ‘Bible Way’ has become

associated with contemporary Ap-ostolic Pentecostalism with 1st century

power and 21st century relevancy. When Bishop Smallwood E. Williams organized

the Bible Way Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ In September of 1957, by his side was a young man named Elder Lawrence G. Campbell. Although there were notable signs of his ability and talents, no one could have ever imagined the magnitude of the leader he would become. The Bible Way Church has been enormously blessed with the divine lead-ership of Apostle Lawrence G. Campbell. Through

God’s help, he led Bible Way World Wide for twelve consecutive, successful years to a level that was not witnessed before.

During the 90’s, Bible Way experienced un-precedented growth, seeing its member churches flourish from a group of 125 churches to more than 350 in the United States alone. As a testament to its global reach, Bible Way boasts now more than 250 additional churches in Europe, Asia, Africa, South America and the Caribbean. An ever-evolving or-ganization, Bible Way now recognizes and ordains women as deaconesses, ministers, elders, district elders, prophetesses, and pastors.

After 12 years of leadership in the Bible Way World Wide organization, Apostle Campbell’s reign as Chief Apostle and Presiding Bishop culminated on July 21, 2006. In March 2006, Apostle Cornelius Showell, son of one of Bible Way’s Founding Fathers, Bishop Winfield Showell, and succeeding pastor of the 4000-member First Apostolic Faith Church In-ternational, Inc, in Baltimore, MD, was elected as Presiding Bishop and Chief Apostle of The Bible Way Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, World Wide, Incorporated. Alongside him in leadership are First Vice-Presider, Apostle Floyd Nelson, and Second Vice-Presider, Apostle Caleb McIntosh. The orga-nization is now headquartered in Baltimore, Mary-land and the official name is International Bible Way Church of Jesus Christ, Inc.

Bible Way was born out of a National Pente-costal Ministerial Conference held September 25 - 29, 1957 at the Bible Way Church 1100 New Jersey Avenue NW, Washington, DC.

This Conference was led by Drs. Smallwood E. Williams, John S. Beane, McKinley Williams, Winfield Showell, James I. Clarke, Elder Joseph Moore and others, some of which were former officers of the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith. This conference was con-vened to consider some mal-administrative prac-tices which were found to be out of line with the New Testament collective leadership as practiced by the Apostles, and the authoritarianism which could no longer be tolerated.

From this Conference, Dr. S.E. Williams was consecrated as Bishop and Presiding Bishop of the

newly formed organization and four outstanding Pastors were consecrated to the Bishopric, namely, Dr. John S. Beane of Petersburg, VA, Dr. McKin-ley Williams of Philadelphia, PA, Dr. Winfield A. Showell, Baltimore, MD and Elder Joseph Moore of Brooklyn, NY. Bishop John S. Holly of the Pen-tecostal Assemblies of the World was the officiant at the ceremonies.

The authenticity and orthodoxy of the Bible Way Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ World-Wide can be attested as to its validity historically, ex-perimentally and doctrinally. Historically, its spir-itual roots go back to the 1st century AD 30, in the upper room at Jerusalem on the day of Pente-cost, about 9am; the third hour of the memorable feast of Pentecost, the birthday of the Christian Church.

Bishop Smallwood E Williams is revered by this august body as one of the greatest leaders of the 20th century He was a modern day Apostle without equal. He was a preacher and an orator of the first magnitude. He was a man before his time, at the vanguard and on the cutting edge of the civ-il rights movement of the sixties and seventies. He was known as a bridge builder and a role model for men of all ages in Christian ministry. During the 34 years of his presidership he almost single-handedly put Bible Way World-Wide on the map of all Christendom. This brief paragraph cannot contain all of the wonderful works done by this mighty man of God. However, it must be stated here that each of the first five Bishops mentioned in this history made their own unique contribu-tions to the success of our great church.


Conference History

National Church History


Conference Schedule7:00 – LLROAM MORNING GLORY ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Join the National Intercessory Prayer Ministry and Elder Cathy Brown as we set the atmo-sphere for worship, deliverance and victory.

8:30 – LLR00AM GENERAL SESSION ~ GOVERNOR’S BALL ROOM “BEST PRACTICES”Minister Cherie Brown, Elder Kimberly Showell, and Minister Patrick Brown, PresentersA panel of leaders come together to share valuable information that every leader can use to benefit your ministry. Topics include Leadership Practices and Tools, Vision Casting, and Planning. Every attendee will leave with sound, effective strategies that you can use immediately within your ministry, your business and your church. 10:15 – ACTICAMMEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF BISHOPS ~ EXECUTIVE ROOM AApostle Showell meets with all members of the Executive Board of Bishops for a closed session. “Future Care; Concern for an Aging Population” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM AChaplain Glen Johnson, PresenterA surprising side effect of better healthcare and living longer is the fact that many 50 and 60-year olds are seeing, firsthand, the challenges of caring for aging parents and grandparents. Hear how this generation is dealing with these challenges and find out what resources and assistance are available.

“What in the World are We Doing?” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BElder Lydia Staton, ModeratorEver wonder what missionaries around the world are doing? This panel will present an audio-visual presentation designed to excite, educate, equip, engage and challenge you as we compare and contrast the ‘organized’ missionary society and the Isaiah 6:8 mis-sionary.

12:00 – 1:30PM MID DAY SERVICE ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOMSponsored by the United Clergy Department

District Elder Jerry JacksonChrist Temple Bible Way Church, Cleveland, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise TeamNortheast Ohio District Choir

1:30 – LLROPM AFTERNOON BREAK Stop by the Bible Way Marketplace and show your support to our vendors!

TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2013All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

2:00 – RCH PM INTERNATIONAL BIBLE WAY BIBLE COLLEGE ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM A“Understanding and Operating In Spiritual Gifts” – Session 1 (Fee Required) Dr. Elaine Shouse Waller, Instructor This is a 3-part, 6-hour class where students will obtain 1 full credit or Certificate of Learning

This seminar is designed for Christian leaders and those who acknowledge a call to church and public ministry. This seminar, (presented in three 2-hour sessions) is structured to ad-dress the three categories of gifts that are presented for the New Testament church. They are: (1) Motivational Gifts; (2) Manifestation Gifts; and (3) Ministry Gifts (5-Fold Gifts). The course content will clearly define and bring practical application and spiritual perspec-tive to each of these gifts. Lastly, this seminar will provide each student the methods and opportunity for identifying their own God-given gifts. This teaching and training will be transformational in that each student will understand the operation of these gifts within the government and spiritual protocol of the church; and within their own personality types.

2:30 – 4:00PM UNITED WOMEN’S DEPARTMENT BRAINSTORMING SESSION ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM This session is open to all women within IBW to discuss possible programming for the July Convocation. The discussions will include topics for sessions (evangelism, finance, leadership, and ministry), services, and fellowship and outreach activities. Please come prepared with your ideas; they are important in helping us execute exciting and infor-mative programming for you!

“Maximizing Your Church Music Ministry” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM B Minister Patrick Brown, PresenterYou can create and maintain a dynamic music program at your local church with 3 or 300 people! In this fun and informative seminar, you will learn strategies for establishing or maintaining a productive music ministry while strengthening your church at the same time. Pastors are especially invited!

MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF BISHOPS ~ EXECUTIVE ROOM AApostle Showell meets with all members of the Executive Board of Bishops for a closed session.

4:15 – OM15PM NATIONAL ADJUTANCY MEETING ~ SENATE ROOM AThe purpose and function of the adjutancy is to maintain the dignity of the office of the Episcopacy. Those who currently serve and wish to obtain certification with the national church should attend this important meeting. UNITED SERVICE DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM AAll officers and members of the Office of Logistics Coordination, Registration, Credentials, Hospitality, Multimedia, Deacons, Nurses, Ushers, IBW Marketplace and the National Adjutancy are expected to join Bishop Joseph Showell, as he shares important information concerning the structure and protocols during this week of convention.

UNITED WOMEN’S DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM AThis Meeting of the United Women’s Department is open “only” to the Presidents and Of-ficial Representatives of each national auxiliary under its umbrella. Come prepared to review the suggested topics gained from the UWD Brainstorming sessions, the UWD objectives for 2013-2014, and finalize our programming for the International Convocation in July.

UNITED CLERGY MEETING ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM B

5:00 – OM LAPM EVENING BREAK

Please make sure to stop by the Bible Way Marketplace and show your support to our vendors!



Conference ScheduleTUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2013

All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

7:30PM EVENING WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM

Ohio State Night ~ Presented by Bishop William Latta, Bishop William Pittman and the State of Ohio

Pastor Timothy LattaBible Way Church, Columbus, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise Team Ohio State Diocese Choir

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2013

7:00 – RCH0AM MORNING GLORY ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Join the National Intercessory Prayer Ministry and Elder Cathy Brown as we pray for the family, the schools and the nation.

8:30 – LLROOAM GENERAL SESSION ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM “THE 360° MODEL”Elder Kevin Pitts, PresenterGod calls all of us to leadership in the kingdom. Many of us excel as leaders in our secular occupations and endeavors. While those skill sets should transfer to kingdom work, many churches and religious organizations are in a crisis of leadership. Come and learn how to be an effective leader to the lay congregation, your co-laborers, and your spiritual covering.

10:15AM – MELOOAM MEETING OF THE BOARD OF BISHOPS ~ EXECUTIVE ROOM ABishop Theodore Myers meets with all members of the Board of Bishops of In-ternational Bible Way for a closed session.

“The Modern Family and the Apostolic Faith: Can They Coexist?” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM A Dr. Phyllis Carter, PresenterThe 1950’s television portrayed the typical family as a bread-winning husband with a housewife, rearing their 2.5 kids and the family pet. In 2010 less than 16% of American households still hold true to this tradition. Divorce, single parents, blended families, and unmarried couples living together are now the “new nor-mal”. Find out how the church should handle this modern reality.

“Eliminating Barriers to Achieving Economic Security” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BLady Denise Battle, PresenterThis seminar will teach women how to realize their Economic Action Plan. Have questions about money? Want to increase your ability to save? Want to learn more about credit? Worried about repaying debt? Does someone other than you control your finances? This seminar will assist women with decreasing and eliminating barriers to achieving econom-ic security.

12:00 – OMSLPM MID-DAY WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Sponsored by the United Women’s Department Pastor Ann Storey-PrattChurch of Jesus, Springfield, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise Team Crusaders for Christ Church Choir

1:30 – LLROPM AFTERNOON BREAK Stop by the Bible Way Marketplace and show your support to our vendors! WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2013All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

2:00 – RCH PM INTERNATIONAL BIBLE WAY BIBLE COLLEGE ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM A “Understanding and Operating In Spiritual Gifts” – Session 2 (Fee Required)Dr. Elaine Shouse Waller, InstructorThis is a 3-part, 6-hour class where students will obtain 1 full credit or Certificate of Learn-ing

2:30 – OM LPM USHERS AND NURSES LUNCHEON ~ OFFSITE ACTIVITYWe are celebrating the ushers and nurses who serve at all International Bible Way events. Thank you for your service! All those who serve their local churches as an usher or nurse are invited to come and celebrate with us as well. We would love for you to join our team!

“It All Belongs to You” ~ SENATE ROOM AElder-elect Annie L. Boyd, Presenter Do you not know the awesome privilege and tremendous responsibility afforded to those called to the Kingdom as Kings, Priests, and Stewards of God’s generous provision? Come stir up your consciousness to what the Lord is saying to His people.

“Can Your Church Handle The Truth? ~ SENATE ROOM BDr. Darnell Leach, PresenterWhen was the last time that you had an open forum with the members of your leadership team to assess the health of your church? The goal of this workshop will be to challenge every pastor and church to begin telling the truth about how we can approach ministry more holistically.

“Full Armor of God” ~ HOUSE ROOM ADistrict Elder Deborah Street, PresenterHave you ever wondered why there is so much ritual over clergy robes and vestments dur-ing apostolic ceremonies? Learn about the origin and current symbolic meaning of clergy vestments worn during religious services, ceremonial occasions and national meetings.

Ministers Session ~ HOUSE ROOM B“Things Your Senior Pastor Needs from You”Pastor Adrian Partlow, PresenterSenior pastors have a special and wonderful role in Christ’s church, but like folks in leader-ship everywhere, they face a sinister temptation to massively overvalue their uniqueness in a way that isolates them from accountability, input and burden-sharing. What does your pastor need from you? Come and find out!



MISSIONARIES PLANNING SESSION ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BCome join the United Missionary Department as we finalize plans for our International Convocation in July.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING ~ CAPITAL BOARDROOMThis is a closed session for all members of the International Bible Way Board of Directors.

MEETING OF THE JOINT BOARD OF BISHOPS ~ EXECUTIVE ROOM AApostle Showell meets with all members of the Board of Bishops of International Bible Way in this closed session.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2013All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

4:15 – RCH PM (CONT.) CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM AWe will share the vision of the IBW United Education Department and discuss our pro-jected direction. All are welcome to solicit new ideas on how to enhance the department and to offer assistance to local, district and diocese programs. CLERGY WIVES MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM BAll clergy wives and widows are welcome to attend this closed session. Your input is vital and necessary for the growth of this auxiliary.

UNITED MUSIC AND WORSHIP DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ SENATE ROOM AKnow them that labor among you. Meet our national officers, musicians and local minis-try leaders. Come and hear what is in store for 2013 and beyond.

UNITED MEN’S DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BWe will review the 2012 Men’s Conference and share plans and strategies for 2013-2014 conferencing and program planning. A description of prospective Men’s Fellowship ap-pointments will be presented. Please make sure your church is represented.

5:00 – OM LPM IBW ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOMThose who have a love for music ministry are invited to become a part of this vibrant choir.

5:00 – LLROOPM EVENING BREAK Please make sure to stop by the Bible Way Marketplace and show your support to our vendors!

7:30PM EVENING WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM

Apostle Bradford BerryRehoboth Temple, Columbus, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise Team Ohio State Diocese Choir

THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013EXECUTIVE DAY

All Clergy are reminded to dress in civic attire for today’s morning sessions.All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

7:00 – YCUTAM MORNING GLORY ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Join the National Intercessory Prayer Ministry and Elder Cathy Brown as we pray for Our Chief Apostle and our Leadership.

8:30 – LLROOAM GENERAL SESSION ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM“The 21st Century Church”Bishop Rufus Sanders, PresenterMany churches no longer hold the prestige and prominence they once had in their com-munities. The rise of other sources of spiritual guidance has almost made the church edi-fice irrelevant to passersby. Find out the antidote to these prevailing issues and how best to triumph and regain our significance in this new century of unbelievers.

10:15 – 11:45AM KEYNOTE ADDRESS ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Apostle Cornelius ShowellInternational Presiding Bishop and Chief Apostle, International Bible Way Church of Jesus Christ, Inc.

All members of International Bible Way are expected to come and receive encouraging words of wisdom and direction from our International Presiding Bishop and Chief Apos-tle.

12:00 – LLROPM GENERAL ASSEMBLY ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOMAll registered International Bible Way delegates are asked to come together in the spirit of unity to hear the great things that God is doing in the International Bible Way family. All Delegates will be expected to display their registration badges during this meeting.


2:00 – EAKNPM INTERNATIONAL BIBLE WAY BIBLE COLLEGE ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM A “Understanding and Operating In Spiritual Gifts” – Session 3 (Fee Required) Dr. Elaine Shouse Waller, InstructorThis is a 3-part, 6-hour class where students will obtain 1 full credit or Certificate of Learn-ing

2:30 – OM LPM INTERNATIONAL BIBLE WAY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE “Effectively Leading” Part 1 ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BDistrict Elder Bonnie Hunter, PresenterWhile much of what church leaders do may be efficient, they are often ineffective. The greater priority as a leader must be on becoming effective in that ministry. This session will equip you, the church leader, to do just that.

Conference Schedule



THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013All Clergy are reminded to dress in civic attire for today’s morning sessions.All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

2:30 – RCH PM (CONT.) “Impacting a Generation for the Kingdom of God” ~ GOVER-NOR’S BALLROOMPastor Paul Kee, Presenter The church has the responsibility of presenting to the generations of today and tomorrow the principles of life after the word of God. Beyond “training up a child in the way that they should go”, learn how to bridge the next generation with biblical life source that will strengthen relationships among family and adolescents…that a generation might praise the Lord.

3:00PM BISHOPS’ DINNER ~ CONGRESSIONAL ROOMEnjoy a delicious dinner with Apostle Cornelius and First Lady Augusta Showell. This event is by invitation only.

4:15-5:15pm UNITED DEACONS DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM AAll national deacons meet with Deacon Clarence Hatton in this closed session.

DISTRICT ELDERS MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM BAll District Elders are expected to meet with Bishop Willie Rookard and Elder Kermit Grasty in this closed session.

UNITED YOUNG PEOPLE’S DEPARTMENT MEETING ~ SENATE ROOM AAll are invited to meet the leaders of the International Bible Way United Young People’s Department and hear some of the exciting things that are in store for our young people.

5:00 – OM EPM IBW ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOMThose who have a love for music ministry are invited to become a part of this vibrant choir.

7:30PM EVENING WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Executive Night ~ Honoring Chief Apostle Cornelius Showell

Bishop Howard TillmanNew Covenant Believers Church, Columbus, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise Team New Covenant Believers Mass Choir

FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2013All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and

service throughout the conference.

7:00 – RCH AM MORNING GLORY ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Join the National Intercessory Prayer Ministry and Elder Cathy Brown as we pray for the world.

8:00 – 10:00AM PASTORS BREAKFAST ~ CONGRESSIONAL ROOMApostle Showell wishes that all registered local International Bible Way Pastors join him for breakfast and fellowship.

8:30 – OMRESAM GENERAL SESSION ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM“Can You Hear Me Now”Minister Cherie Brown and Elder Kimberly Showell, FacilitatorsThe Word of God is forever. What about the approach to deliver and execute it? How do you keep the Baby Boomer, those in Generation X and Millennials engaged and involved? Join in the national conversation to exchange ideas, challenge views, and present strate-gies on effectively communicating key ministry topics through the context of generational lenses.

10:15 – 11:45am INTERNATIONAL BIBLE WAY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE “How to Pack Your Youth Ministry” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM AElder Jason Moody, PresenterThis session will enlighten you to some of the ways you attract youth and youth workers to your ministry and keep them excited about being there!

“Effectively Leading” Part 2 ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BDistrict Elder Bonnie Hunter, Presenter

“The Ministry’s Response to Mental Illness” ~ SENATE ROOM ASister Melissa Gordon, PresenterMinistry is a challenge. When those we seek to minister to are mentally ill, it poses unique concerns. Learn the history of mental illness and the Church. Explore the major diagnosis, learn Biblically based practical approaches to help those with mental illness, and under-stand when and how to refer to mental health professionals.

12:00 – OM EPM MID-DAY WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Sponsored by the United Men and United Young People’s Departments

Pastor Jonathan DunnFresh Anointing Impact Church, Cincinnati, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise Team


FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2013All Delegates are reminded to wear their badges at each session and service throughout the conference.

2:00 – RCH PM NATIONAL LEADERS’ PLANNING SESSION AND LUNCHEON ~ CONGRESSIO-NAL Department and Auxiliary Presidents and National Leaders are expected to attend this meeting with your completed Playbooks as we complete plans for July 2013 and beyond.

Conference Schedule56Th AnnuAl Bishops CounCil And Workers ConferenCe


2:30 – NGREPM Blessed Are They That Mourn – Life After A Loss ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM AElder Melvina Wilson, PresenterHow does one really deal with the devastation of death? How can those persons “left here on earth” begin to heal and continue to live after losing a spouse, child or friend? Hear from those who have lived through the loss and gain insight into how healing is an individual journey.

“Social Work: An Unused Resource for Your Church” ~ LEGISLATIVE ROOM BElder Beatrice Hopkins, PresenterFor years the Pastor and his family provided personal resources and counseling to the community. However, there are many other ways in which the church can make viable contributions and partner government and other resources to families within and out-side of the local church. One of these untapped reservoirs is through the Certified Social Worker.

4:15 – OM15PM INTERCESSORY PRAYER MINISTRY MEETING ~ HOUSE ROOM B

GLOBAL MISSIONS MEETING ~ SENATE ROOM A

5:00 – OM EPM IBW ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOMThose who have a love for music ministry are invited to become a part of this vibrant choir. This is the final rehearsal being held in preparation for tonight’s evening service.

5:00 – LL 30PM EVENING BREAK Please make sure to stop by the Bible Way Marketplace and show your support to our vendors!

7:30PM EVENING WORSHIP ~ GOVERNOR’S BALLROOM Bishop Timothy ClarkeFirst Church of God, Columbus, OH

Ministry of Music: International Bible Way Praise TeamInternational Bible Way Adult Choir First Church of God Mass Choir

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Apostle Bradford Berry, Sr

Apostle Bradford Berry, Sr., is a native of Philadel-phia, PA. His family was led to the Refuge Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith, where Apostle Henry D. Jones was the pastor. Apostle Jones helped to groom him for the ministry.

As a minister, Apostle Jones sent Minister Berry to Atlantic City, N.J., to continue the work he had started. Eventually, the young minister was ordained as an elder. After the death of Apostle Jones, Elder Berry was ap-pointed pastor of The Refuge Church of Christ in Pleas-antville, N.J.

Bishop Berry became pastor of Rehoboth Temple Church of Christ, Columbus, OH, in 2001. In August 2005, Bishop Berry was elected to the International Board of Apostles of the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Apostle Berry currently works as the Chief of Staff to the Presider of the Church of Lord Jesus Christ, Apostle Matthew Norwood. Apostle Berry and his wife Norma Basnight- Berry have two children and two grandchil-dren.

Bishop Timothy J. Clarke

Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, Senior Pastor of First Church of God in Columbus, Ohio, began his first pas-torate in November of 1977 at the York Avenue Church of God in Warren, Ohio. In 2001, the Lord led him to create the Berean Fellowship of Churches, which at the present time includes 50 + churches of various denominations.

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, South-ern California School of Ministry, Los Angeles, CA; Doc-tor of Humanities, Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio and was inducted to the Morehouse College Board of Preachers.

Bishop Clarke is the author of nine books. He and his wife are the proud parents of two daughters and grandparents of one grandson.

Elder Timothy L. Latta

Elder Timothy L. Latta was born to Bishop William and Lelia Mother Lelia Latta in Columbus, Ohio. For much of his life, he has been actively involved in various capacities at Bible Way Church of Our Lord Christ, Inc., Columbus, Ohio. While attending college, he accepted his calling from God into the ministry. Since that time he has been walking in the anointing that is upon his life. In 2004, he was named associated pastor in which he has diligently served alongside Bishop Latta and Elder Otis Buckner.

Elder Latta holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psy-chology from Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio. In 1997, he earned a Master of Arts Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Bowling Green University. In 2003, he obtained a Master of Theological Studies from Trinity Lu-theran Seminary.

Professionally, he has been in counseling for more than 15 years. He currently holds a professional clinical counselor license and licensure from Ohio for guidance counseling.

Elder Timothy L. Latta is happily married to Yolanda Latta. They have three children

Bishop Howard Tillman

Bishop Howard Tillman has traveled the world preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He has served in several local, state and national leadership positions. With all he has accomplished, Bishop Howard Tillman has remained unassuming and humble.

As a native of Springfield, Ohio, Bishop Tillman was raised with a firm foundation in the power of prayer, the application of the Word and serving others. Bishop Tillman was saved in 1967, and by 1969 he had accepted his call to the ministry. Bishop Tillman attended Witten-burg and Franklin Universities; he received a Bachelors degree in Religious Education from Aenon Bible Col-lege in 1975.

Bishop Tillman has traveled on crusades through-out the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean and helped establish new churches across the country. He is currently the pastor of New Covenant Believers’ Church in Columbus, Ohio.

Bishop Tillman and his wife and life partner in ministry, the former Glenneth M. Newman, have been blessed with three sons, and are proud and active grandparents.

Apostle Bradford BerryRehoboth Temple,

Columbus, OH

Bishop Timothy ClarkeFirst Church of God,

Columbus, OH

Pastor Timothy LattaBible Way Church,

Columbus, OH

Bishop Howard TillmanNew Covenant Believers Church,

Columbus, OH


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