2015 Camps are now in session

There is an air of excitement at Camp Hickory Hills today, as campers and staff arrived for the first of the summer camps.  This week is Senior Camp hosting the upper-teen age group.  Please join us in prayer for each and everyone.

Our goal is to provide a safe and loving environment for all of those participating, and that they will be spiritually enriched.  The record reflects that in this past year, more people were converted in the camps than in all of our local churches combined.  What does this say?  It says that these camps are invaluable tools that will help increase the Kingdom of God.

Thank you for your prayers, we look forward to a great summer.

To learn more about our Camping Ministry go to http://camphickoryhills.org

Special Guest Worship Leader - Also Directing All-State Team and Choir

Glynis Varlack Allgood currently serves as Music and Administrative Pastor for a small church in northern Nashville, TN. She has been actively involved in church music for over 25 years directing choirs, praise teams and rehearsals and leading in worship. She offers a unique style of keyboarding that mixes contemporary, gospel and traditional styles and believes in leading worship by example and with excellence.

"I grew up in a very musical family. My 4 brothers (including my twin) and 2 sisters are all involved in music to some degree. We all sing together as a family when the opportunity presents itself even participating in well-attended family concerts over the years. To think, it all began with a group of 5 little ones singing 'It's Bubbling' in an airport on the trip to Tennessee from the Virgin Islands where the 5 oldest children were born."

I've provided background vocals for several studio albums and was featured along with 2 of my siblings, Gerald and Charmaine, on a primary recording for the Broadcast Record Club which proved to be one of their most popular sellers."

In her solo career, "G" as she is affectionately known by young people across the state of Tennessee, has been featured on the stage at state functions and international events and broadcasts. She desires to magnify and praise the Lord to the best of her ability and to lead others to a true praise and worship experience. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and working with graphics. She lives in Nashville with her charming 14 year old daughter, Noelle.

"I give God ALL the glory!"

To see more, please go to her website HERE

Special Guest Speaker - Pastor Sylvia Staten

We are pleased to announce Pastor Sylvia Staten from South Carolina will be ministering at the 2015 Tennessee State Convention.

Pastor Staten is an anointed, powerful speaker who draws from a wealth of personal experience, as well as, a well-rounded knowledge of God's Word.

Be prepared to laugh, cry and rejoice during the sessions featuring Sylvia.  Make plans now to attend!

Cody McCarver "THE LORD'S WILL"

Special Musical Guest Cody McCarver

We are pleased to announce that Cody McCarver will be a musical guest at the upcoming Tennessee State Convention.

Cody was born in Spencer, Tennessee and by the age of 9 had become the church pianist at the Spencer Church of God of Prophecy and for many years remained the piano player at his local church and performed with multiple southern gospel and contemporary Christian acts.

After one year of college Cody was offered the opportunity to move to Nashville and pursue a career in the country music industry.  Cody spent two years as the bass player and road manager for the legendary country music artist Lynn Anderson.  Immediately following those two years, Cody signed a recording contract with Giant Records (Warner Brothers), and spent six years touring as Cody McCarver and Southern Exposure.

In 1998 Cody joined the multi-platinum band Confederate Railroad.  Although he spent twelve years as a member of Confederate Railroad, in 2006 he began to write his own material in hopes of a solo career in the music business.  In 2007, those hopes began to take shape and Cody traveled to Hollywood, California to record his first solo album at the legendary Capitol Studios.  His first album, self-titled "Cody McCarver was released in 2008.  The album garnered three number one videos on CMT Pure (Country Music Television) and he received the honor of becoming one of Country Music's leading industry magazines "Music Row" independent artist of the year for two consecutive years.

In the next few entries, we will be highlighting more of Cody's story, including the inspiration for his return to Gospel Music.  "Cody has a compelling story that needs to be heard by the people of today's church" says, Dr. E.C. McKinley, the Presiding Bishop for the Church of God of Prophecy, "and we are excited that he will be with us for the Tennessee State Convention to be held at OCI in Cleveland, Tennessee July 16-19, 2015.  Make plans now to attend.

Highway 22--Right on Time

The Cause

In just a few months we will gather at the Omega Conference International  for the purpose of conducting business for the Tennessee Church of God of Prophecy. We fully expect there to be representatives from all of our churches as enjoy the rich fellowship and the worship of our soon coming King.

On this site, hopefully you have found the m any hotels offering space for the convention period, and you will note the contact information on each of these entries.  Cleveland has grown up a bit since our last State Convention there so many years ago, but most of the change is for the better.  There are new restaurants available along with the lodging choices, as well you will  have the opportunity to visit the White Wing Bookstore located at our International Offices complex on Keith Street.  I have learned that some will even make a trip to Fields of the Wood, which is a little over an hour from the convention site.

I am asking that you all join with us in prayer for this very special event taking place at the end of July.  There will be a lot of good, new information shared about the progress of our work and you will hear anointed preaching and teaching from God's Word.

So make plans to be with us as we ask the question, Is there not a cause?

Bishop Mark Menke joined the full-time faculty of the Center for Biblical Leadership (CBL) at the Church of God of Prophecy International Offices June 1, 2007. Bishop Menke currently teaches Pastoral Leadership and Theology in the CBL School of Practical and Advanced Studies (SOPAS), and helps provides logistical support for the many schools CBL conducts around the world.

Brother Menke was converted during a revival at a Baptist church in Ohio in 1978. He joined the Church of God of Prophecy in 1981 and entered full-time pastoral ministry in 1986. He has served as pastor to five different COGOP congregations in Ohio and Georgia; and in those same states, served as an auxiliary director, and state director of leadership development. Bishop Menke has served on various state and international committees, currently serving on the Global Missions Committee at the International Offices. His wife, Jenny, has worked alongside him in all phases of his ministry.

After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University in 1978, Menke worked as a newspaper photographer for seven years. Since entering the ministry, he has earned the Master of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Ashland (Ohio) Theological Seminary, and is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry program at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Mark was born and raised in Ohio. He, along with his wife Jenny, and their youngest daughter Heidi, currently make their home in Cleveland, TN. Their eldest daughter, Emily, lives in Phoenix, AZ.

Saturday is YOUTH NIGHT

We are happy to announce that the Saturday night of the Tennessee State Convention has been set aside as YOUTH NIGHT.  Please keep checking back as our directors, Jeff & Kimmy Jones release information on highlights and theme of the program.  Please help us spread the word!

#istherenotacause

International Offices Representative

Bishop Mark & Jenny Menke

We are pleased to announce our guest speaker for the 2015 Tennessee State Convention will be Bishop Mark Menke.

Bishop Menke serves our church as an Instructor at the Center for Biblical Leadership in Cleveland, Tennessee, and has traveled the world equipping ministers and laity.

Bishop Menke's studies have been at The Ohio State University and Ashland Theological Seminary and has served the Church of God of Prophecy as a Senior Pastor, alongside his lovely wife Jenny.

More Hotel Information

Hotel Convention Information

Here is the following information concerning Hotels.  More information will follow. Please Note:  CALL THE NUMBER LISTED AND IDENTIFY YOUR SELF WITH THE CHURCH OF GOD STATE CONVENTION

Special Musical Guests - Highway 22

hwy22music.com

From humble beginnings in the small southern town of McKenzie, TN, Highway 22 has become a powerhouse trio that has touched many people through their message and song.

Formed in the summer of 2012, members Jeremy Smith, Bethany Ellis, and Blake Stanfill quickly established their tremendous vocal talent at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. It was not long after the convention, in January of 2013, when Highway 22 released their first Southern Gospel Radio single, “Right on Time.”

Only four months later in May, the trio released their first album, “On Our Way.” The track list featured Wayne Haun, Joseph Habedank, Regina Walden, and a production credit for Matthew Holt, a Gaither Pianist Extraordinaire.

At the time of the group’s inception, the three members knew that their mission was first: sharing the blessing, saving the lost, and honoring the Lord. From the first practice together, Highway 22 knew they were given a blessing from God, and the good news had to be spread throughout the region.

Bethany, Jeremy, and Blake have a talent to share, a song to sing, and a mission to uphold. The single, “On My Way to a Miracle,” has reached number 72 on the Singing News Charts, and if it is any indication of the time to come, the sky is the limit for these young artists. Whether you’re in search of healing, blessing, or even salvation, Highway 22 is guaranteed to delight and bless. Without a doubt, these three are on their way, and ask that you join them in glorifying the Savior.

Convention Invitation

State Convention Blogsite

In our ever increasing effort to get information out to our churches and friends.  This page has be prepared as a central sharing point for the 2015 Tennessee State Convention.  Please check back for updates, including scheduling, program and hotel information.