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Greg Morgan reports on his recent missions trip to Uganda with our pastor and team of four

Hugh Morgan — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Imagine going to Africa to minister. You excitedly prepare for months to be able to raise the money and win souls for Christ. After raising the money, packing your bags, and much prayer, you’re ready to go.

I had the privilege of going to Uganda with the small short term mission team from my home church in Athens, Georgia. Our team included my senior pastor J. Brian Williams, children and youth pastor, Matthew Smith, Alan Kizza our Ugandan church member who served us in so many ways, and myself.

When we got to the airport in Entebbe, Uganda we were exhausted. Well, we should have been after spending 20+ hours on 3 different airplanes, and having layovers in Chicago, Illinois and Brussels, Belgium. We arrived late at night local time, which was nice, because we were able to go to bed soon after being greeted at the lovely guest house. Because it was so dark though, we could not see the beautiful scenery until the next morning.

The next morning we woke up and saw a beautiful landscape behind us. There were many fruit trees, including banana trees and fruit trees we had never heard of, let alone seen. We had a delicious breakfast then we visited the little orphanage next door called The Baby House. We also visited the Bible College which was just down the hill. They had a number of students from Uganda, neighboring countries, and even Ghana in West Africa.

The next thing we knew, we were whisked out in the middle of the country to the area called “the bush.” You basically drive to the middle of nowhere on extremely bumpy roads, and voila. You’re there! The name of the village where we went was called Balenge [ba-len-gay]. The meaning of the town’s name is unknown, but Pastor Kaweesa said he would not be surprised if it was not named after a demon or something to do with witchcraft. We later learned that the forefathers of Africa were into sorcery and demon worship, much like the history of Haiti, for example.

Balenge is actually quite beautiful. There are many banana trees, various bushes some filled with red hot peppers, and there is also sugar cane. There are houses that are small, and some even tiny. Families are very important and you see them working on their small farms. I saw a young boy who looked like he was about six pull a bull with a rope. It was fascinating to watch.

Out in the bush, Pastor J. Brian, Pastor Matthew, and I really stood out in the crowd as the only white people. The children, and even some adults, would stare at us as if we were something special. It was fun to wave at them and then see them wave back.

I was really impressed at how appreciative the Ugandan people were. Whenever we would meet someone, he or she would greet us by saying, “You are most welcome.” The way in which they said it was so genuine and kind.

The children were also quite appreciative. I helped Pastor Matt with children’s church a couple of times. He had a lesson with balloons. He would form the balloons into different shapes and he had a lesson about the armor of God. As is often the case, some of the balloons would pop. Instead of discarding the remains, the children would save even the scraps and figure out a way to play with it.

I was also amazed that during the children’s lessons that some girls who must have been six or seven, would care for baby siblings. They knew how to care for them as if they were grown.

I discovered that the family unit is more important to Ugandans than things. I feel that I learned more from the Ugandans than they learned from me in that regard. However, I am thrilled that we were able to pray for the sick and lead the precious people to Christ.

In the 12 days that we were in Uganda, we ministered in the crusade, schools, orphanages, and in a prison. A medical team served over 700 patients while we were in the bush. Some of the patients had never seen a doctor before.

I was especially blessed on this mission. My finances came in rather easily, and I could feel the prayers of my supporters and people from my church as well. I know that the Lord works all over the world, and I could actually feel his presence in Africa. God bless you!

Greg Morgan

[This summary is of the Ugandan Mission Trip, May 28-June 9, 2013. The team was from Christian Life Worship Center Pentecostal Holiness Church in Athens, Georgia, USA.]

Frances Troxler, 77, of Eden, NC, passed away early Sunday, June 16, 2013, at her home

Hugh Morgan — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Edith Frances Troxler
July 12, 1935 - June 16, 2013

Edith Frances Troxler, age 77, of 445 South Lake Street, Eden, NC, passed away early Sunday morning, June 16, 2013 at her home.

The funeral service will be Tuesday June 18, 2013, 3 p. m. at Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church, with burial to follow in Danview Cemetery.

She was known as Frances Troxler.

Frances Troxler was born July 12, 1935 in Rockingham County to the late Edgar Lee "Ed" Troxler and Ethel Coleman Troxler. Her grandparents were Tom and Cora Coleman, and Monroe and Delia Troxler. Frances was a lifetime member of Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church. She also worked and retired from Belk Department Store with 45 years of service. She was a graduate of Tri-City High School, class of 1953. Along with working she was also a member of the Draper Volunteer Fire Department Axillary where she assisted in serving refreshments to the firemen.

She is survived by her sister, Doris Troxler of Eden, NC.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church, and other times at the home.

A memorial service celebrating the life and legacy of Frances Troxler will be conducted by pastors Jonathan Todd, Draper P. H. Church, and Ben Rose, Victory Hill P. H. Church, near Stoneville, NC.

Flowers are welcome, but memorial contributions can be made to the Danview Cemetery Fund: contact Karen Johnson, 336-635-1289, or to the Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church; 200 S. Bethel St. Eden, NC 27288.

Online condolences can be made to www.fairfuneralhome.com.

[Editor's comment: Frances Troxler was a lifelong friend of my wife, Melvine Stewart Morgan. They grew up in Eden, NC, and were members of the Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church, and graduated from high school together.

Frances was a dear friend of our family, in fact, Greg and Stephanie, our two children called her and her sister, Doris, Aunt Doris and Aunt Frances. We visited with them in their home for Memorial Day weekend just a few weeks ago, and attended the Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church on that Sunday with them. We always stay in the Hampton Inn in Eden, a lovely hotel that meets our needs for traveling.

Frances was a wonderful cook, and enjoyed preparing southern fried steak and gravy with biscuits, mashed potatoes, green beans, potato salad, deviled eggs, etc. Frances and Doris were a team in cooking and always had plenty of food on their table.

We enjoyed dining with them at Fisherman's Galley, the best seafood restaurant in that part of the country. Frances loved fried oysters, and would always request that they be fried "a tad bit more." I liked to hear her say that.

Frances always made us several containers of pimento cheese when we visited their home during the year. I enjoy eating pimento cheese and crackers, or on toasted bread.

For many years Frances taught the beginners Sunday school class at the Draper P. H. Church. That was one of many gifts Frances had and she gave to the church with joy and delight. She and Doris were noted for their creative Advent and Christmas decorations for the church.

Their work and ministry to the fire department of Eden has been exemplary. Their concern and love for first responders has been noteworthy.

Doris and Frances visited Melvine and me when I was a seminary student at Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, KY. They visited us when we lived in Atlanta and in Houston, TX, as well as our home in Athens, and our home in Winder, GA.

They came with a bus load of church members from the Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church when Stephanie died. They were present for the visitation night and the memorial service.

We will greatly miss Frances. She was a great Christian lady, loved Jesus and the church, was faithful in her attendance and involvement, and you could always count on her to lend a helping hand when one was needed. She always called me "Sugar."]

Lighten up with Laughter

Hugh Morgan — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

An old man was on his death bed. He wanted badly to take some of his money with him. He called his priest, his doctor and his lawyer to his bedside. "Here's $30,000 cash to be held by each of you. I trust you to put this in my coffin when I die so I can take all my money with me."

At the funeral, each man put an envelope in the coffin. Riding away in a limousine, the priest suddenly broke into tears and confessed, "I had only put $20,000 into the envelope because I needed $10,000 for a new baptistery."

"Well, since we're confiding in each other," said the doctor, "I only put $10,000 in the envelope because we needed a new machine at the hospital which cost $20,000."

The lawyer was aghast. "I'm ashamed of both of you," he exclaimed. "I want it known that when I put my envelope in that coffin, it held my personal check for the full $30,000."

Presiding Bishop Doug Beacham to preach at Christian Life Worship Center this morning

Hugh Morgan — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

May I join my pastor, the Rev. Mr. J. Brian Williams, and his congregation, in welcoming you today, Father's Day 2013, June 16, to hear our Presiding Bishop A. D. "Doug" Beacham, Jr. preach to us in our morning worship service at Christian Life Worship Center (formerly Tarkenton Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church) at 10:50 a. m.

Christian Life Worship Center is located at 125 Kathwood Drive in Athens, GA. It is one mile west of the Athens Perimeter just off US Highway 129.

As the editor of Hugh's News and Commentary, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to our General Superintendent/Presiding Bishop Arthur Douglas Beacham, Jr.

Bishop Beacham comes to office in the Will of God for him to lead and serve the 3.8 million members of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church in 103 countries. All of her ministries, her 25,000 ministers, and her 18,000 churches serve under the leadership of her General Superintendent/Presiding Bishop.

I am reminded of the lyrics of a popular song children love to sing in elementary school, entitled, "Getting to Know You." Let me share with you the meaningful words of this lovely song:

"Getting to Know You"
Songwriters: Neville Powell and Horace Hinds

"Getting to know you, getting to know all about you,
Getting to like you, getting to hope you like me,
Getting to know you, putting it my way, but nicely,
You are my cup of tea.

"Getting to know you, getting to feel free and easy,
When I am with you, getting to know what to say.
Haven't you noticed? Suddenly I'm bright and breezy,
Because of all the beautiful things and new things
I'm learning about you day by day."

It is the observation of this editor, as well as the former director/endorser of Chaplains Ministries, IPHC, that I should let you know that Bishop A. D. "Doug" Beacham, Jr. is the first military chaplain, either in the active duty or reserve components, ever to serve the IPHC as the General Superintendent. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve in the fall of 2001.

There is one other former general superintendent who served in the Army as an enlisted soldier for a short period of time. He was Bishop J. H. King. I asked Dr. Tony Moon, who is the authority of the life and ministry of Bishop King, if this was true. Dr. Moon is in the process of writing a book on Bishop King. Here is what Tony shared with me:

In his book,Yet Speaketh, Bishop King indicated that he served in the Army for a little over four months. He enlisted in order to get college education benefits. At the time he had very little formal education and had no ministerial credentials. I suppose he did boot camp at Augusta—he just refers to 'the recruiting quarters of the U. S. Army in Augusta, GA' However, soon he applied for a discharge for reasons outlined in the book. The War Department granted his discharge request. That was in 1890—pp. 49-51."

I have known Dr. Doug Beacham for many years. He was the pastor of Franklin Springs P. H. Church while I was pastor at Tarkenton Memorial P. H. Church in Athens. We both served on the Georgia Conference Board. Doug was the assistant conference superintendent, and I was the secretary/treasurer. Then, Doug was elected as our conference superintendent, and the rest is history. During those years, Doug faithfully served as an Army Reserve chaplain, while I served as an Air Force Reserve chaplain.

On Friday, July 20, 2012, at the Hilton Orlando Hotel on Destination Parkway, in Orlando, FL, Presiding Bishop Ronald W. Carpenter, Sr. installed Bishop A. D. "Doug" Beacham, Jr. as our 19th Presiding Bishop.

Bishop Carpenter, Sr. resigned as our general superintendent because of health issues that prevented him from fulfilling his obligations and responsibilities as our general superintendent. He and Nan had moved to Greenville, SC, where they were in their new home.Shortly after the installation service for Bishop Doug Beacham in Orlando, Bishop Ronald W. Carpenter, Sr., took a turn for the worst and died. Many of us were privileged to attend his memorial service at his son's mega church in Greenville. Let us continue to pray for Bishop Carpenter's wife, Nan Hale Carpenter and her family.

So, without further delay let me now share the record of Bishop Doug Beacham's military service in the United States Army Reserve:

Commissioned 28 Nov 1977 as a 1LT. Promoted to Captain 15 Sept 1979. Promoted to Major 14 Sept 1987. Promoted to LTC 14 Sept 1994 and retired as LTC (Lieutenant Colonel) in fall, 2001 following election as Executive Director of then IPHC Church Education Ministries (now Discipleship Ministries) upon moving to Oklahoma City, OK

On 20 February 1978 Doug began serving as chaplain of the 357th Supply and Service Battalion, USAR, Athens, GA.

Chaplain, 3297th US Army Hospital, USAR, Chamblee, GA.

Chaplain, 449th Area Support Group, USAR, Fort Gilliam, Forest Park, GA.

Chaplain, 359th Signal Brigade, USAR, Fort Gordon, GA

Doug says he was encouraged to join the Army Reserve during his last year in seminary by his brother-in-law, Chaplain (COL) Lou Shirey, Jr. He had not thought about it until Lou mentioned it and he is so glad he listened to him. Now, Doug and Lou are working together in the General Superintendent's Office with Lou Shirey as the IPHC WIN and Clergy Development Director.

Doug also served with Chaplain (COL) Rodney Callahan at the 449th Area Support Group and served together at the 3297th US Army Hospital. He was Doug's senior chaplain and helped him immensely.

Chaplain Doug Beacham was blessed to serve with many leaders and learned so much from them in the Army. Today, Doug continues to be in regular contact and communications with former commanders, many of whom earned one or more stars as generals in the US Army Reserve. Doug said he, also, served with outstanding enlisted personnel and non-commissioned officers who did much to help him be effective as a chaplain.

As a Reserve chaplain, Doug Beacham served at least two weeks of summer camp during these years. He especially remembers a two-week tour serving as a chaplain at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC, and a three-week tour serving during a REFORGER exercise in Holland (Return of Forces to Germany).

Chaplain Beacham graduated from the US Army Chaplain Officer Basic Leadership Course at Fort Wadsworth and Fort Hamilton, New York (1978); the Reserve Chaplain's Advanced Course at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey; and the Reserve Chaplain's Command and General Staff College at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. His CGSC paper was a study of preaching by US Army chaplains who served in the Middle East war zone during the first Gulf War of 1990, 1991. These Army schools taught Doug much about organizations, leadership, and staff work, that has had a significant impact in his ministry.

Doug went on to say in responding to my appeal for his ministry as an Army Reserve chaplain, "I should add that I am very thankful that Emmanuel College, the Franklin Springs PHC, and the Georgia Conference all encouraged me in this ministry and saw it as an extension of their service to people."

"By the way, I was born in Norfolk, Virginia and lived there until I was 13 (1962) when we moved to Franklin Springs when denominational headquarters was established there. Daddy was elected General Treasurer in the 1961 General Conference. I graduated from Franklin County High School, Carnesville, GA in 1967; Emmanuel College in 1969 (A.A., General Education); the University of Georgia (B.A. History, 1972); Union Theological Seminary (now Union Presbyterian Seminary), Richmond, VA, M.Div., 1975; UTS, Th.M., Biblical Studies, 1976; UTS, D.Min., 1977. I was privileged to study with such scholars as Dr. John Bright, Dr. Paul Achtemeier, Dr. Patrick Miller, Dr. John Leith, Dr. Donald Dawe, Dr. Mattias Rissi, and others. While at Emmanuel Rev. John Swails, Dr. Vinson Synan and the late Ms. Bea Coley had profound impacts on my life educationally and spiritually."

"While living in Richmond at UTS I was associate pastor of the Ray of Hope PHC, Rev. Carl Campbell, senior pastor. Carl taught me so much during the five years I served with him and the good people of that church.

"I taught at Emmanuel College from 1977-1982; pastor, Franklin Springs PHC 1982-1994; Georgia Conference Superintendent, 1994-2001; IPHC CEM Executive Director, 2001-2005; IPHC World Missions Director, 2005-2012.

"Susan is the former Susan Reed from Greenwood, SC. She graduated from Emmanuel College, the University of Georgia School of Pharmacy. She is Director of Pharmacy, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, and Laboratory Services at Oklahoma Heart Hospital, Oklahoma City, OK.

"Our daughter Beth Beacham White, is a graduate of Emmanuel College, the Catholic University School of Law (Washington, DC). She is currently an attorney at the Federal Election Commission in Washington, DC. She has served as Chief Counsel of the National Republican Congressional Committee in DC. Her husband is Master-Sergeant Kenneth White with the US Army.

"Our son Douglas is a graduate of Emmanuel College and Oklahoma State University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa, OK. He completed his residency in anesthesia in June, 2012 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY. He is currently in a one year fellowship in pain management at UK in Lexington. His wife is the former Kellie Floyd from near Lake City, SC. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a B.A. in nursing. Currently she is a pharmaceutical representative. Douglas and Kellie have our one grandchild, Caroline Catherine Beacham, who will be three years old in October."

Let me now add one extra nugget of information. I asked Doug for it, i. e. "How old are you?" And he gave it to me. Here is what he wrote: "I was born 23 January 1949, a Sunday afternoon. My sister Kathy followed and then Van."

That makes our new Presiding Bishop 64 years of age.

Let us pray for Doug and Susan. We want them to do well, and to be led by the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and in communication with God in prayer. They will need close friends and the wise advice and counsel of the Council of Bishops as they serve our church until General Conference in July 2013. Of course, Doug could be re-elected at that general conference to serve a full term as our general superintendent which is only a few weeks away.

My family and I, Melvine, Greg and Stephanie were privileged to be present for the installation service for Doug Beacham on Friday evening, July 20, 2012, at 7 o'clock at the Hilton Orlando Hotel in Orlando, FL. Many of you were able to view that historic event via live streaming on the Internet. Check with our IPHC website: www.iphc.org

Lighten up with Laughter

Hugh Morgan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Last Sunday when we were dining at Sonny's Barbeque Restaurant in Athens, a man asked me if I knew what you call a Nun who walks in her sleep.

I thought for a few moments, but could not come up with any name to describe that person.

Finally, he said, "You call a Nun who walks in her sleep . . . a Roaming Catholic."

Bishop Mike Gray of the Alpha Conference captivated his camp meeting audience

Hugh Morgan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

What a joy it was for Melvine, Greg, and me to attend the first night of the 2013 LifePoint (Georgia) Ministries Camp Meeting on the campus of Emmanuel College in the John W. Swails Convention Center!

The first night of this annual event was well attended. I did not get an actual count but I can say it was a lively congregation of God's people eager and ready to worship and to hear the preaching of the Word.

Bishop Mike Gray was accompanied by his wife, Karen, of 36 years of marriage. Bishop Mike Gray is the superintendent of the Alpha Conference (Alabama). Conquest, a singing and musical group from Emmanuel College provided the music and it was lively. I was pleased to see they had selected songs that emphasized the cross and the blood of Jesus which has the power to transform lives.

The presence of God was felt by all who attended, and many received the victory and freedom they needed in their lives.

When you get this news story in Hugh's News, it will be Friday, June 14, 2013. We will be involved in the business of the conference with Bishop Doug Beacham presiding.

The ladies will be meeting for a Women's Ministries luncheon in the Fellowship Hall of the Franklin Springs P. H. Church from 1 to 3 p. m. and the men will have a Men's Ministries Cook out on the Quad of Emmanuel College.

Bishop Mike Gray will be preaching once again on Friday evening.

The conference will be in session once again on Saturday June 15, in the Swails Center.

[Editor's addendum: Melvine, Greg, and I attended the Thursday night camp meeting service. It appeared to me that we had an influx of new people and the congregation grew from Wednesday night. There is a spirit of excitement and expectation that God is not only present, but willing to meet the needs of His people.

Conquest, the singing and musical group from Emmanuel College, did a superb job in leading us in singing and worship. The young lady who leads them works in recruitment and the admissions office. What amazed me is that she said she has had about 20 years experience on church staffs. She plays the guitar and sings--and gives it all she's got. She has what I call Spizzerinctum--vim, vitality, energy, stamina, determination, dedication, enthusiasm, perseverance and much more. I counted 11 persons involved in the music of the camp meeting.

Bishop Mike Gray was more dramatic than the night before. He preached on 5 elements or stages in transition. He used David as an example, and made appropriate applications.

When he gave the altar call, the altar area was filled with people. What blesses me so is that we are having a lot of young people as well as the older folks we have depended on year after year.

Mike Gray served for a brief period of time as my associate pastor when I pastored Good Shepherd Pentecostal Holiness Church in Birmingham, AL, prior to coming to Athens, GA, to be the senior pastor of Tarkenton Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church, now known as Christian Life Worship Center. Here is a photo of us [please not how young I was with dark hair and trim and lean:

Bishop James D. Leggett, president of Holmes Bible College was present. He brought greetings from the college and shared briefly what God is doing on that campus, and offered a powerful prayer that was saturated with the Scripture. When he prays, Leggett brings heaven down and the glory of God envelops the place of worship.

For those who might like to invest in Holmes Bible College, Bishop Leggett said they need approximately $20,000 to completely pay for one of the new buildings. They are building a new campus for the future. The new Homes Memorial Church is being built. They need students for the college, and if you know of any one who would like to attend a Bible college please let them know that now is the time to contact the school and get enrolled for the fall semester. As an alumnus and former member of the Board of Trustees of Holmes Bible College, I highly recommend this Bible school. It is the oldest Bible college in the known world in continuous service to students.

In the most recent newsletter from Holmes Bible College I copy and paste this appeal for enrollment:

Accepting Applications for Fall 2013 at Holmes Bible College in Greenville, SC

We are now processing applications for the Fall 2013 semester, which begins on August 21, 2013. If you or someone you know is looking for a Christ-centered Bible school that prepares students for ministry, please consider Holmes Bible College in Greenville, SC.

Please visit www.holmes.edu or call 864-246-3566 to find out more information. An application can be downloaded by clicking here. Ask about our campus visits and overnight dorm accommodations.

Presiding Bishop Doug Beacham to preach at Christian Life Worship Center on Father's Day

Hugh Morgan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

The pastor, J. Brian Williams, and his congregation at Christian Life Worship Center (formerly Tarkenton Memorial Church) in Athens, GA, extends a warm welcome to you and your family to hear Presiding Bishop A. D. "Doug" Beacham, Jr. preach and minister in the anointing and power of the Holy Spirit on Father's Day, June 16, 2013, at our church. The morning worship service begins at 10:50 a. m.

Christian Life Worship Center is located at 125 Kathwood Drive, Athens, GA 30607, one mile west of the Athens Perimeter just off US Highway 129 (Jefferson Highway). The telephone is: 706-353-1978.

Sunday school begins at 10 a. m. Morning worship begins at 10:50 a. m. Let me invite you to attend the adult Sunday school Celebration Class taught by Lavon and Arlette Revells. We meet in the fellowship hall on the lower level of the church. Coffee and donuts are served. Once you come, you'll want to come back again. Melvine, Greg, and I love the class. Great things are happening in our class, prayers are being answered, and people are healed.

We welcome the new employees of the Caterpillar Corporation as they move into the Athens Area from other parts of our state and country.

New Contribution System for IPHC Churches offered by Martus Solutions

Hugh Morgan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

A new online contribution system designed specifically for IPHC churches has just been released by Martus Solutions, the creators of the IPHC Electronic Reporting System and a Hugh’s News sponsor. MartusDonor™ not only tracks donations but also feeds the appropriate information to the IPHC Electronic Reporting System (ERS).

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[Editor's comment: I have known Bill Cox for many years. He was present in the Wednesday night Camp Meeting service in Franklin Springs on the campus of Emmanuel College. Bill's wife, Gale Richardson Cox, is a sister to Ruth Richardson Chassevent who is married to George Chassevent. George and Ruth Chassevent are active members and leaders of our church in Athens, GA. I followed Paul Hopkins in June of 1986 as the senior pastor of Tarkenton Memorial Church. Ruth served as my secretary and office manager for several years, and George was a deacon and a Sunday school teacher.

George and Ruth Chassevent live only 6 miles from our home on a lovely farm. Their annual gardens are a thing of beauty as well as fruitful harvests that bless not only their family, but neighbors and friends. George is retired from IBM and in my opinion he is a genius as well as a prince of a man, and a genuine Christian and a man of humility who has a great desire to serve others.

Following the General Conference in July 2009, Presiding Bishop Ronald W. Carpenter, Sr., gave a good word about the value of Hugh's News in communications to the members of the Board of Trustees of Emmanuel College in October during the Feast of Ingathering. Bill told me about what Bishop Carpenter had said, and offered to help me with a new website and newsletter design for Hugh's News.

After several meetings with Mel Tinney who became my webmaster, and Seth Cain who designed the website and newsletter, I signed a contractual agreement with Bill Cox, CEO of Martus Solutions, and God has blessed this non-profit business venture resulting in quantum leap in subscribers and readers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, and around the world. It has been a win/win enterprise with the blessings of Almighty God.

As the Founder, Editor, and CEO of Hugh's News, Inc. I am pleased as well as delighted with my relationship with Bill Cox, Mel Tinney, and Seth Cain. Mel has moved to Pepin, Wisconsin, and continues to render invaluable service to me almost daily by sizing all the photos, offering solutions to presenting problems, and providing professional advice and guidance.

I strongly recommend that you consider this offer Bill Cox is making to IPHC churches.]

Your contribution to Hugh's News sets in motion a miracle of communications

Hugh Morgan — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

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Lighten up with Laughter

Hugh Morgan — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

While attending a Marriage seminar dealing with communication, Jack and his wife, Barb, listened to the instructor.

"It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other."

He addressed the man, "Can you describe your wife’s favorite flower?"

Jack leaned over, touched his wife’s arm gently and whispered, "Its Pillsbury isn’t it?"

Georgia Conference Camp Meeting begins tonight at 7 o'clockl

Hugh Morgan — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

It's Camp Meeting Time in the Georgia (LifePoint Ministries) Conference and Annual Conference in Franklin Springs beginning tonight at 7 o'clock in the Swails Center.

Redefined Summer Conference begins this Wednesday, June 12, 2013.

Bishop Mike Gray, the superintendent of the Alpha Conference (Alabama) is fired up for his services each night.

Emmanuel College President Mike Stewart is ready for his Wednesday Morning Class beginning at 9 a. m. in Swails Center on Raising up and mentoring next generation leaders. Every Pastor should plan to be in this session.

Pastor Craig Walker will bring Thursday mornings teachings financing and planting.

Bishop Beacham will preach the Licensure and Ordination Service on Friday Morning and teach again on Saturday morning.

Eight persons are being licensed and Phil and Cheryl Smitherman are being ordained.

There are still a few rooms left in Roberson Hall. Meal tickets still available Emmanuel Cafeteria. This year we have access to the new sports facility from 2 - 5 p. m. Wednesday through Friday. Thursday afternoon Rich Hulsey is organizing a bowling tournament. Family swim time in the huge pool. Parents must accompany children.

Basketball. Its gonna be fun.

Conference Schedule

Wednesday, June 12, 2013--9 a.m. until noon

School of Ministry: President Michael Stewart – Emmanuel College

The Art of Self-Leadership

Leading Emerging Leaders

Wednesday Afternoon

Retired Minister’s Appreciation @ Franklin Springs City Hall (by invitation)

Wednesday Evening Service, June 12, 2013, 7 p.m.

Bishop Mike Gray – Alpha Conference

Thursday, June 13, 2013, 9 a.m. until noon

School of Ministry: Pastor Craig Walker – Upward Church

Redefining Ministry for the Present Century

Thursday Evening Service, June 13, 7 p.m.

Bishop Mike Gray – Alpha Conference

Friday Morning, June 14, 2013, 9 a.m. until noon

Conference Business Session with Presiding Bishop A.D. Beacham, Jr.–-all credentialed ministers have covenanted to attend.

Friday Afternoon, June 14, 2013: 1 until 3:00 p.m.

Women’s Ministry Meeting @ Franklin Springs PHC Fellowship Hall.

Men’s Ministry Cookout on The Quad of Emmanuel College campus.

Friday Evening Service, June 14, 2013, 7 p. m.

Bishop Mike Gray – Alpha Conference

Saturday Morning: 9 a.m. until noon

Conference Business Session continues with focus on Missions & Instructional Time from Presiding Bishop–-all credentialed ministers have covenanted to attend.

See you at Summer Conference!

Presiding Bishop Doug Beacham to preach at Christian Life Worship Center on Father's Day

Hugh Morgan — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

The pastor, J. Brian Williams, and his congregation at Christian Life Worship Center (formerly Tarkenton Memorial Church) in Athens, GA, extends a warm welcome to you and your family to hear Presiding Bishop A. D. "Doug" Beacham, Jr. preach and minister in the anointing and power of the Holy Spirit on Father's Day, June 16, 2013, at our church. The morning worship service begins at 10:50 a. m.

Christian Life Worship Center is located at 125 Kathwood Drive, Athens, GA 30607, one mile west of the Athens Perimeter just off US Highway 129 (Jefferson Highway). The telephone is: 706-353-1978.

Sunday school begins at 10 a. m. Morning worship begins at 10:50 a. m. Let me invite you to attend the adult Sunday school Celebration Class taught by Lavon and Arlette Revells. We meet in the fellowship hall on the lower level of the church. Coffee and donuts are served. Once you come, you'll want to come back again. Melvine, Greg, and I love the class. Great things are happening in our class, prayers are being answered, and people are healed.

We welcome the new employees of the Caterpillar Corporation as they move into the Athens Area from other parts of our state and country.

It's Camp Meeting Time in the Georgia Conference and Annual Conference in Franklin Springs