From The Bishop’s Desk
Momentum!
Excitement is in the air! Momentum is building! We experienced a tremendous move of God in our Prayer Conference, District and Local Church leadership training is ongoing, the Men’s Man Up Challenge is in preparation, Camp meeting planning is underway, and Youth Camp is going to be phenomenal. All of this is fulfilling Mississippi’s...
MSCOG Tornado Response
To Pastors and their congregations: As I am sure everyone is aware, Mississippi has experienced a tragic and deadly set of tornadoes on the evening of March 24th, 2023. First, I ask you to pray for the devastated communities across our great state. Secondly if you are aware of any damages to our churches or members, Please let me know....
Mississippi Prayer Conference 2023
Come join together on February 9-10, 2023 in Flowood Mississippi for the 2023 Mississippi Prayer conference. Special guest speakers include Scott Sheppard and Doug Baker. The entire conference will be located in the Christway Church in Flowood Mississippi. Check the Mississippi Church of God Calendar listing for more...
Christmas Unwrapped
Jean and I are honored to serve the great state of Mississippi! As we serve together with you and Move Mississippi Forward, we want to keep in mind that we exist to SERVE and empower the people of Mississippi to connect with their purpose. There is no greater time than Christmas to help people unwrap the gift of Christ in their...
MESSAGE FROM STEPHEN DARNELL
The following video is from Steve Darnell from Church of God World Missions. In this short video he explains the work that is being done on the ground in the war torn area of Ukraine. He wants to thank Mississippi for joining with others in their prayers and financial support. If you want to give to this work, please follow this link...
MOVE FORWARD
Happy New Year! I trust you are experiencing a powerful New Year.It is so exciting to hear that many of our pastors and churches have entered this NEW Year with times of prayer and fasting. I believe the New Year allows us to re-adjust, reset, re-evaluate, re-think, and dream again about God things in our life. NEW -New refers to...
Ministry of Evangelism 2024
On September 11, Dr. Perkins, our Administrative Bishop, and the Mississippi State Council gathered to discuss the groundbreaking changes from the recent General Assembly of the Church of God. Among these transformative updates, the was officially launched, marking...
Leadership Gathering 2024
Our State Team has been in Cleveland, TN this week for Leadership Gathering 2024! Dr. Derwood Perkins, our Administrative Bishop, has been receiving valuable insights that will help us continue to Move Mississippi FORWARD in ministry. Ms. Jean Perkins had the...
Minister Appointments
A special CONGRATULATIONS to these Mississippi ministers for their appointment to International Boards and Committees. James McElroy was appointed to the International Board of Pastors Advisory Council. Micheal Mooneyham accepted an appointment to the International...
Bishop Perkins Appointments
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Derwood Perkins, Administrative Bishop of Mississippi, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Lee University! In addition to this esteemed position, Dr. Perkins has also been appointed for a second term to the Asian...
Jean Perkins Appointment
We are delighted to announce that Jean Perkins, Women's Ministries Discipleship Director, has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors for the Smoky Mountain Children's Home! Join us in celebrating Jean's dedication to serving and supporting children...
Welcome Stone Family
It is with great excitement that we share the news of our newly appointed Mississippi Youth & Discipleship Director and Girls Ministry Coordinator – Bishop Shane and Candace Stone. The Stones have currently served in the Midlands Church of God in the same roles...
Farewell Lott Family
This evening, with heartfelt emotions, we want to announce that our Youth Director and Girls Ministry Coordinator / Credentialing Secretary, Bishop Will and Lauren Lott, have been assigned as the new Youth & Discipleship Director of Kentucky Church of God. The...
Welcome Back Bishop Perkins!
We are thrilled to announce the return of Bishop Derwood and Jean Perkins to the office of Mississippi Church of God State Bishop! Their leadership, dedication, spiritual guidance and vision have truly made a positive impact on our state, and we look forward to the...
Women’s Conference 2024
The MSCOG Womens Ministries is excited about our 2024 Women’s Conference on March 8-9. Our guest speaker will be Amanda Crabb. We look forward to a wonderful time of worship, fellowship, and fun together. Please register early as we will advertise locally. The...
Merry Christmas 2023
This Christmas Day, the Mississippi Church of God State Office extends warm greetings to all our dedicated church members, churches, and pastors. We want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt appreciation for your unwavering support and the incredible...
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