Progress on church December 2015.  GREAT group of people working on heat duct system .

CHRISTMAS PLAY 2015

Bags of Blessings 2015

Attention everyone! We are collecting school supplies to help in providing the Winfield Elementary School children with the supplies they need. Our church has committed to 50 backpacks of supplies. Please any & all help is welcomed! We will be having a Fun Day for all the kids on Sunday August 2, 2015 at the Winfield Elementary School Track from 4 pm - 7 pm. There will be food, fun & games for the children along with the supplies being given out. Please bring items by the church on Wednesday evening or Sunday morning or evening before August 2. Thank you everyone for your support in helping us help these children! God bless!

You may also contact Pastor Dewayne Smith (205) 269-8010 or Shirley Smith  (205) 412-9959 & they can help you if you'd like to drop supplies off at another time.

Here is the list of the supplies we are collecting:

Primary Composition Book
Regular Composition Book
Ear Buds or Head Phones (Please try these on for comfort before sending.)
2 Plastic yellow & 2 Plastic red folders with double pockets
1 package (10) #2 Standard  (NO DESIGN) pencils NO LEAD PENCILS
1 pair student size sharp point scissors
2 boxes 24 count Crayons  NO TWISTABLES
8 glue sticks
1 pack page protectors
2 packs Crayola markers - (1 Wide & 1 Slim)
4 packs primary colored computer paper (NO cardstock)
2 packs white copying paper
1 pack WIDE ruled loose-leaf paper
1 bottle Germ-X
2 Clorox Wipes
2 fat erasers (NO Pencil Top Erasers)
Clear or Mesh Backpack

*** This is the list for the 2ND grade supplies needed. We are trying to supply at least 50 2nd graders with their school supply needs.

Brother Dewayne & Sister Joan's Anniversary Celebration

We had a wonderful lunch for Brother Dewayne & Sister Joan's wedding anniversary celebration. And it was also the day we announced who won the pie in the face fundraiser. What a wonder time we all had & what a great sense of humor our pastor has! I hope you enjoy the photos & God bless!!

Church Building Progress 7/17/15

Here are a few updated photos on the progress of our new church building. We have some wonderful church family members who are working very hard to get this house of God built for all of us to enjoy. Bless you brothers & the sisters also who make sure the men get a good meal while they are working so hard. God Bless!!

Here is a picture of the progress of the church as of 5-17-15. Hope to get some more pictures loaded soon

General Overseer Statement Regarding Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Decision

 ADMIN JUNE 26, 2015 FEATURED STORY,  PRESS RELEASE

BISHOP SAM N. CLEMENTS, GENERAL OVERSEER OF THE CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY, WITH WIFE LINDA.

In response to today’s ruling by the United States Supreme Court regarding same-sex marriage, Church of God of Prophecy General Overseer Sam N. Clements has released the following statement:

The Church of God of Prophecy believes that marriage is a lifelong institution, established by God, between a man and woman joined as husband and wife. By its very nature, marriage exists for the mutual love and support of spouses, for the procreation and training of children, and as a foundation for community. Marriage as an institution is important to the continuation of the human race and to the dignity, stability, and prosperity of the family unit and society.

Because the marital relationship offers these and many other benefits to the individual, society, and the church, we have clearly stated our position on the sanctity of the institution of marriage. We believe that it is one that must be preserved, protected, and promoted.

The General Assembly of 2006 accepted the document entitled, “The Biblical Institution of Marriage.” Within this document, our organization defined what we believe as biblically valid marriages. In Section II, Item C-4, the document reads as follows:

Types of Marriages
Almost all known societies operate a complex system, which involves the co-existence of different legal realms within the same national legal system, such as customary law and common law. In various parts of the world, it is common to find the indigenously based customary law existing side by side with the received law, based on that of the former colonial power. Under Roman law, there were two types of marriages: manus marriage, which meant the wife was in “the hands” of her husband (in his legal control); a free marriage, where the wife was not subject to that control; the wife was legally independent (husband not holding legal power over her). The Christian church recognizes these many variations of marriage, with the exception of polygamy, free (common law) marriages, same-sex marriages, or where other elements of biblically lawful marriages have been violated (Important Business Acts of the 94th International Assembly, page 25).

Due to the departure of societies from Judeo-Christian values, the Church renounces biblically unlawful unions, such as same-sex, incestuous, or polygamous marriages, even if they are legal in the eyes of local, state, or national governments (Important Business Acts of the 94th International Assembly, page 25).

Therefore, as we renounce the biblically unlawful unions as prescribed above, including same-sex marriage, ministers are not permitted to perform these marriages and churches are not to host these ceremonies.

The Biblical Institution of Marriage document is an excellent resource to gaining greater understanding of the Church of God of Prophecy’s position on most issues pertaining to marriage and family and is available for download on the church website at this link.

We must remember that Scripture directs us to reflect the love and compassion of Christ to all people. This mandate in no way compromises our biblical position against homosexuality and same-sex marriage. We must love all people and faithfully share with them the truth of God’s transforming Word with love, humility, compassion, and civility.

Finally, we condemn any act of violence or abuse, verbal or physical, of any persons on the basis of sexual orientation. These actions violate the Christian’s obligation to love our neighbor as ourselves.

As I pray for our nation, I am reminded of the promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14, “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” Despite the headlines of our time, we have a hope that our prayers will touch the heart of the Father, but we also have a responsibility as His people. May we truly humble ourselves and petition the Father through prayer on behalf of our nation.

—Bishop Sam N. Clements, General Overseer, Church of God of Prophecy

Happy Father's Day!

Wishing all the daddy's out there a Happy Father's Day! We had a wonderful service this morning & we were blessed with a good group of father's in attendance. Thank the Lord for you all! God Bless!


1Thessalonians 2:11-12 For you know how, like a father with his children,  we exhorted each one of you and encouraged you and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory.

Barbecue Cook Off

Winfield City Family Church B.B.Q. Cook Off

What a wonderful day we had for our barbecue cook off on Sunday May 31, 2015. There was delicious food, wonderful fellowship and fun had by all. Our first place winner was sister Beth, 2nd place brother Chris, 3Rd place brother Calvin and 4th place brother Brian. Congratulations to our karaoke winner sister Andrea! Thank you all for the wonderful food & a special thanks goes out to out judges who drove over from Jasper. God bless!