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Audio/Video Record of 26th IPHC General Conference

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ARCHIVED GENERAL CONFERENCE VIDEOS

General Conference sessions, which were streamed live during the conference, may now be viewed online.  All sessions have been archived and may be watched at your convenience.  CLICK HERE to review all archived videos.
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AUDIO CD's AND VIDEO DVD's ON SALE NOW

Audio and video recordings of all sessions of the historic 26th General Conference are now on sale.  Order online or download a printable order form to mail in with payment.  Order yours' NOW.

Meet the National Children's Pastor of the Year

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Charles Johnson & wife DeloresOKLAHOMA CITYThe International Pentecostal Holiness Church has named Mr. Charles Henry Johnson the 2008 National Children’s Pastor of the Year.  Johnson has served as the children’s pastor of  Springs of Praise World Outreach Center in Crystal Springs, MS for 33 years.

Johnson has taught three generations of families in children’s church.  During his 33 years as a children’s pastor, he has never received or asked for a salary.  

“It is an amazing feat to have filled this position for so many years and still be able to maintain a fresh new approach to the children’s ministry,” said Rev. Darrel Blankenship, senior pastor of Springs of Praise. “This man certainly deserves any accolades that our denomination could give him.”

Johnson moved to the Crystal Springs area in 1975 and soon began working in children’s ministry.  He provides training opportunities for children’s church volunteers throughout the year, including a trip to Willie George Ministries in Tulsa, Okla.

Johnson is also trained in puppetry and is a self- taught illusionist.  He incorporates magic tricks and puppets into his weekly lessons.

“What stands out to me is that his passion never fades,” said Sylvia Langford, who attends Springs of Praise.  “Sunday after Sunday, month after month, year after year he continues to be passionate about teaching our children the word of God.” 

The church honored Johnson with “Charles Johnson Day” on Oct. 26.  Ms. Elaine Wood, the IPHC national children’s director, presented Johnson with a $1000 check and an award.  The church also gave Johnson a $1000 matching check to thank him for his many years of selfless service.