Dr. Jenkins work is so important to the Pastors, Elders and members of COGIC we have included it for the benefit of all who desire to familiarize themselves with the procedure of the church’s judicial system. We thank God for people who possess integrity and wisdom such as Dr. Jenkins. Like Bishop Samuel Nesbitt, Dr. Jenkins is a blessing to the body of Christ. As a disclaimer Dr. Jenkins is not associated with this site.
I have been a member of the COGIC for over seven years, now.
However, I have been filled with the Precious Gift of the Holy Ghost and that with Fire for nearly thirty years.
This past November, while I was at the large church here in Texas. Where, I am a member. During, the praise and worship time of service. An Evangelist, came to me and Slapped my hand as if she was high fiving me. Then, there was another Evangelist came to me and held my hand down to both kneeds. Thus, forcing me out of the Rim and to quench the Spirit of God Almighty. I am left feeling Violated and terribly disappointed in the fact, that these Evangelist were not acting as thou they were called or seasoned. I am appalled and wounded that this took place in one of the largest COGIC in the DFW area. During, the 10:45am service near the front of the alter. While, in-order of Praise and Worship service. My question is this. Are we not to praise and worship the Lord Jesus in the Spirit?
The Presiding Bishop chooses the 1st and 2nd assistants, however, everything the Presiding Bishop does is subject to the will of the General Assembly. His choices must be approved by the General Assembly.
Are local pastors and wives supposed to serve on both the trustee board and finance committee? the table offering is taken to the bank drop off by a deacon. But the pastor and his wife take the tithes home every Sunday to their house, is this right in the church of God in Christ? Just asking ….
There are no rules against both pastor and his wife serving on those boards, if there are enough qualified people it would be wise to limit multiple family members on the boards. In COGIC, unless the pastor is on salary the tithe is generally compensation. Again if he is wise, he will only keep a portion of the tithes. However there is nothing that requires it.
I serve as a Director over my local and District Purity Department, and cant find any material to put in my Lady Puritan leaders hands for teaching classes and training. Thought i would reach out here to see if I could receive some blessed directions.
Where do i find information on how to remove an individual(s) from the local church board of trustee’s that was appointed by the founder of the local church that has deceased. The jurisdictional Bishop appointed two new board members while he was acting in the position of the pastor. Upon the installation of the new pastor can they are any other trustee board members be removed according to the COGIC by-laws without cause. if so how can it be done legally? where do i find this information
A minster is ordained as an Elder and appointed as Pastor. One of the requirements of being a pastor in COGIC is to be an ordained Elder.
So yes an Elder in COGIC can be appointed as a Pastor.
the new pastor can hold an election. Trustees are to be elected, also once the new pastor is in place, all appointed positions can be removed at the discretion of that pastor. The wisest thing to do is to have all the officers elected. These officers serve the members of the local church. If elected they are removed via election. If appointed the pastor can appoint someone else at any time.
I may be off in what I am saying, but I understand that “SUPREME COURT” of the COGIC is now the sole body to make decisions and its decisions are not subject to review. Doesn’t this violate the constitution of the church directly by usurping the general assembly which according to the handbook is the SOLE legislative body empowered with expressing decisions and may make binding decisions against any member. It was my understanding that they were the only body given the authority to be the final voice in any matter. AM I wrong. If I am correct me maybe my understanding of COGIC’s constitution is skewed. I will gladly admit I am wrong in my understanding if I am.
The Judiciary Board (Supreme Court of COGIC) does not legislate. It was formed BY the General Assembly via constitutional amendment in 1991. The Black Book has not been updated since approximately 1972 which is why it does not reflect the amendment. In that amendment, the General Assembly gave only its Judicial Authority to the newly formed COGIC Supreme Court. with the exception of elected officials. The trial and disciple of elected official is the responsibility of the General Assembly. The Amendment, ARTICLE VIII-JUDICIARY BOARD can be found on this web site.
Thank you Dr. Jenkins for this site.
Dr. Jenkins work is so important to the Pastors, Elders and members of COGIC we have included it for the benefit of all who desire to familiarize themselves with the procedure of the church’s judicial system. We thank God for people who possess integrity and wisdom such as Dr. Jenkins. Like Bishop Samuel Nesbitt, Dr. Jenkins is a blessing to the body of Christ. As a disclaimer Dr. Jenkins is not associated with this site.
Can I get a complete copy of the blue book on PDF?
Yes, send an email to admin@cogicjustice.net.
Hi, I’m interested in receiving a copy of the Blue Book .
The Blue and red book was produced in the 50’s, you would have to find an individual willing to part with it.
I have been a member of the COGIC for over seven years, now.
However, I have been filled with the Precious Gift of the Holy Ghost and that with Fire for nearly thirty years.
This past November, while I was at the large church here in Texas. Where, I am a member. During, the praise and worship time of service. An Evangelist, came to me and Slapped my hand as if she was high fiving me. Then, there was another Evangelist came to me and held my hand down to both kneeds. Thus, forcing me out of the Rim and to quench the Spirit of God Almighty. I am left feeling Violated and terribly disappointed in the fact, that these Evangelist were not acting as thou they were called or seasoned. I am appalled and wounded that this took place in one of the largest COGIC in the DFW area. During, the 10:45am service near the front of the alter. While, in-order of Praise and Worship service. My question is this. Are we not to praise and worship the Lord Jesus in the Spirit?
Hello, does the presiding Bishop choose his 1st and 2nd assistant? If not how are they selected as 1st and 2nd assistant?
The Presiding Bishop chooses the 1st and 2nd assistants, however, everything the Presiding Bishop does is subject to the will of the General Assembly. His choices must be approved by the General Assembly.
i would like to have a copy of Bishop WA Patterson book that he wrote many years ago
Contact COGIC bookstore
Are local pastors and wives supposed to serve on both the trustee board and finance committee? the table offering is taken to the bank drop off by a deacon. But the pastor and his wife take the tithes home every Sunday to their house, is this right in the church of God in Christ? Just asking ….
There are no rules against both pastor and his wife serving on those boards, if there are enough qualified people it would be wise to limit multiple family members on the boards. In COGIC, unless the pastor is on salary the tithe is generally compensation. Again if he is wise, he will only keep a portion of the tithes. However there is nothing that requires it.
I serve as a Director over my local and District Purity Department, and cant find any material to put in my Lady Puritan leaders hands for teaching classes and training. Thought i would reach out here to see if I could receive some blessed directions.
We only deal with judicial issues, may I suggest the COGIC bookstore.
Where do i find information on how to remove an individual(s) from the local church board of trustee’s that was appointed by the founder of the local church that has deceased. The jurisdictional Bishop appointed two new board members while he was acting in the position of the pastor. Upon the installation of the new pastor can they are any other trustee board members be removed according to the COGIC by-laws without cause. if so how can it be done legally? where do i find this information
A minster is ordained as an Elder and appointed as Pastor. One of the requirements of being a pastor in COGIC is to be an ordained Elder.
So yes an Elder in COGIC can be appointed as a Pastor.
the new pastor can hold an election. Trustees are to be elected, also once the new pastor is in place, all appointed positions can be removed at the discretion of that pastor. The wisest thing to do is to have all the officers elected. These officers serve the members of the local church. If elected they are removed via election. If appointed the pastor can appoint someone else at any time.
I may be off in what I am saying, but I understand that “SUPREME COURT” of the COGIC is now the sole body to make decisions and its decisions are not subject to review. Doesn’t this violate the constitution of the church directly by usurping the general assembly which according to the handbook is the SOLE legislative body empowered with expressing decisions and may make binding decisions against any member. It was my understanding that they were the only body given the authority to be the final voice in any matter. AM I wrong. If I am correct me maybe my understanding of COGIC’s constitution is skewed. I will gladly admit I am wrong in my understanding if I am.
The Judiciary Board (Supreme Court of COGIC) does not legislate. It was formed BY the General Assembly via constitutional amendment in 1991. The Black Book has not been updated since approximately 1972 which is why it does not reflect the amendment. In that amendment, the General Assembly gave only its Judicial Authority to the newly formed COGIC Supreme Court. with the exception of elected officials. The trial and disciple of elected official is the responsibility of the General Assembly. The Amendment, ARTICLE VIII-JUDICIARY BOARD can be found on this web site.