A big shout-out of thanks to the

Federal Correctional Institution of Manchester

for the generous donation of canned goods

and $120 cash toward the COGWC Open Hands

Food Pantry for December!

Special thanks to Jonathan Barnhart, Warden,

and all the Staff for participating in the

"Feds Feed Families" Program and

donating to our food pantry.  COGWC and

approximately 430 families of Manchester, KY, say

THANK YOU!

There were nine (9) who received certificates (plus a little cash) for their perfect attendance in Sunday School during the Fall quarter.  Congratulations!

COGWC wants to thank the guys from Chads Hope who presented the church with a beautiful plaque (2 Corinthians 6:16) last night in appreciation of the love that's been shown to them by our church folks.  Thank you so much!  You guys are special to us, too!

The COGWC had a sweet baby/child dedication on Sunday, November 18, 2018.  Our old Pastor, E.C. Campbell, called the children his little "Love Knots".  They are ours, too!  Enjoy the pics below:

Andi Grace Forman

Daughter of Andrew & Courtney

Elijah Grant Forman

Son of Andrew & Courtney

Forman Family

Michael Paul & Sheila Jackson

Grandparents of Andi Grace & Eli Forman

Myles Lee Collopy

Son of Justin & Tiffany

Myles & Mom

Randell & Vickie Smallwood

Grandparents of Myles Lee Collopy

Roy Lee Thomas, III

Son of Roy II & Crystal

Pastor Burns & the Thomas Family

Khloe Faith Butler

Daughter of Carl

Khloe

Cali Marie Smith

Daughter of Aaron & Cody

Cali & Mom

Cali & Mom

Kendale Reed received his graduation certificate on Thursday, November 1, during the Chad's Hope Banquet held at the EKU Building in Manchester.  Kendale is an excellent example of the great work that is being done through Chad's Hope Teen/Adult Challenge in Manchester.  He has overcome many past struggles with God's help, and has become a great inspiration and hope to many.  Kendale speaks, when invited, and gives his testimony of how God brought him back to life and restored him to live a victorious, productive life.  He and Michelle are blessed beyond measure and plan to march forward together as a light to his family and friends.  CONGRATS, Kendale!  We're so proud of you!

Brad and Candon Stevens are the Associate Pastors of the COGWC.  Brad preaches every Sunday evening and frequently on Wednesdays.  Candon is our Worship Leader, Vice-President of our WINGS Ministry, and Church Clerk.  We are so proud of them!

Matthew and Archie Couch celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 14, 2018.  Their family had them a wonderful celebration of 50 years of bliss.  They also renewed their wedding vows and said they hoped they could live to see 50 more!   CONGRATULATIONS, Matthew and Archie!  We hope you see 50 more too!

Pastor Joey Burns officiating the renewal vows

Assoc. Pastor Brad Stevens' Prayer

"The 50 Year Renewal Kiss"

Brad & Candon, Matthew & Archie, Austin & Geneva, and Ethel Carr

(their children)

The COGWC is so BLESSED to receive a VERY GENEROUS $20,000 check from the Romulus Church of God, which will go toward the construction of 2 teen camp bunkhouses for next year.

Our thanks and prayers go out to them.  May God continue to richly bless you as you bless others!

TEEN CAMP 2018

The last night of Teen Camp 2018 ended with an out-of-this-world river baptizing with 69 being baptized.  Here's the stats for the week of July 1-5:

20 Saved

31 Baptized with the Holy Ghost (Acts 2)

69 Baptized in Water

A host were healed, restored and delivered!