The Prisoner's Friend Ministries 6th Annual Chaplain Retreat was a wonderful successful. Chaplains from all over the USA attended, bringing reports of their successes and burdens. We were also so blessed to have Our Missions America Director, Rev. George Akers and Sister Annie Akers during this event. Brother Akers preached the Friday evening service and Sister Akers addressed the congregation. I believe that under the direction of Brother and Sister Akers, that the Prisoner's Friend Ministries will be well supported on the national level of the Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ even more than they have in the past. We do give honor to Rev. Bill Mills, who served as the previous director of Missions America.

Bishop Danny St. Clair, the Indana District Superintendent, preached the Thurday night service. We so appreciate Rev. St. Clair for his support for this ministry.

Thank you ladies and some of the men for all the work you did making this a very successful retreat. I am personally proud of you, those who did labor during this weekend to make it happen.

I would encourage all who can and will to become involved with this ministry. You can find out more about this ministry by clicking on the icon to the left or by calling 217-784-8136 and asking for Bishop Bob Koonce. 

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Revival Report

The Teen Youth Group went to Youth Convention in Springfield last weekend with the greatest news we could ever hope for; one our young men, JJ Donner, recieved the precious gift of the Holy Ghost on Friday night. When he was asked by a prayer warrior who was with him, if he received what he came for, JJ replied that he had. What a thrill to see a young man yield his life to the Lord. We watch with anticipation as this young man grows in his relationship with the Lord.

Baptism Report

(Uncle) Bob B. (as he has become affectionately known) was baptized in Jesus wonderful name at 5:50 PM March 15, 2012. Bob testifies that God has shown him that he's been fighting him but that it is time to turn his life over to Jesus and let Him lead him. It's just been 2 weeks and Bob has already been such a blessing to the GC Pentecostal Church congregation. Bob is the third person baptized this year so far. The others baptized were: Melissa Neubaur and Katy Zook.

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Little Amanda Hedding (10 months) pulls her car into the church parking lot, parking it next to Grandpa and Grandma's minivan. Amanda is the daughter of our Teen leaders, Scott and Bethanne Hedding and the grandaughter of Pastor and Sis. John 

Koonce. Her paternal grandfather is David Hedding. Amanda and Grandpa Koonce walked to church for Bible study on this special evening.

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We now offer the Into His Marvelous Light Home Bible Study for you to study online. As you scroll down this page there are 3 banners. ON is the study in King James version, one is NIV and the other is the study in Spanish. Prayerfully you will find a study that is perfect for you. This 1 1/2 hour Bible study can be done alone or with an instructor. If you would like someone to direct this study with you please contact us and we will be glad to contact someone to teach this with you if it is at all within our power. Out of country (USA) instructors will be somewhat more difficult to find. If you have any questions contact us at 1-815-674-2620 or by writing us GCPC, PO Box 283, Gibson City, IL 60936 or e-mail us at lisa_koonce@yahoo.com