Mantle July 2005

Some seek for strength and help through the securing of a good education. These are to be commended. However, a degree does not guarantee one the strength he will need when the pressures of life threaten him.

Some seek for strength on the basis of financial solutions for the problems of life. It should be granted that adequate financial resources solve many of the problems we confront. With man's acquisitive instinct, he is always striving for more of the things the world provides. However, in the final analysis, a man needs strength other than in the area of the financial.

Many seek strength for the living of life through the formation and development of meaningful friendships. We cannot overestimate the value of the right kind of friendships, for the living of the successful life. A true friend can be a rich blessing from God.

The apostle Paul suggests that if we would find the strength which is sufficient and always available for coping with all of the problems of life and ministry, we will find this strength in the Lord. The words of our text says, "Be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might." Paul was living in an environment where the strength of the Roman Empire was prominent. He was living in a place where evil was well entrenched. From many years of experience this veteran follower of Jesus Christ encourages us to "Be strengthened in the Lord and the power of his sufficiency." Paul had found the strength he needed for the living of life, for the ministry in all circumstances in and through Jesus Christ. Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." He had learned how, in the Lord, to live in the depths of despair as well as on the crest of victory and success.

Paul was aware of the nature of the foe of the ministry and of all Christians. He knew that our only hope of victory was to be found in the strength of the Lord. He was aware of the weakness in every person that makes him a potential victim of Satan unless he is strengthened with the strength that comes from God.

The immensity of the task of the church and the responsibility of each minister to be a responsible follower of Jesus Christ demands a strength that comes from above.

Our Lord had promised to His disciples the spiritual vitality and strength they would need for the living of a victorious life and for the rendering of effective service. Acts 1:8, "But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you." Paul is encouraging these believers in Ephesus to be strong in the power of the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 5:18. These exhortations concerning being filled with the Spirit and being strong in the Lord are in the imperative mood. To be filled with the Spirit, to be strong in the Lord is not optional to the believer if he would overcome evil and render effective service. There must be a recognition of and response to God's gift to us in the Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit is the present gift of our Father to each of his servants. 1 Corinthians 3:16 there are some who think of the Holy Spirit in terms of ancient history. Are you aware, in 2006, that God has given to you this precious gift of the Holy Spirit? Do not relegate the work of the Spirit to the past or think only in terms of what He might do in the future. The Holy Spirit is God's present gift to your ministry.

The Holy Spirit is the powerful gift of our Father to each of his children. Romans 8:26 When Paul wrote to Timothy, he declared, 2 Timothy 1:7 "God did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love and self-control."

God's power becomes available to us in adequate supply, when we recognize our weakness and cast ourselves upon His grace and sustaining presence. 2 Corinthians 12:9, 10.

We are encouraged to strengthen ourselves in the strength of the Lord rather than leaning upon human resources as we try to cope with the stresses, pressures, and dangers of ministry.

The apostle Paul speaks from personal experience when he says, "I can do all things in him who strengthens me." Philippians 4: 13. This declaration does not come from the wild imaginations of a fanciful thinker. Instead Paul is declaring the adequacy of Jesus Christ to give one the strength to do what needs to be done in whatever life or ministry may bring.

In the strength of the Lord, let us face the fears that threaten us.

In the strength of the Lord, let us join the "I can take it club."

In the strength of the Lord, let us resist the evil one and draw close to our God.

In the strength of the Lord, let us face our responsibilities and opportunities in ministry.

Jesus Christ wants to bring the strength of God into your ministry and will do so as you trust him and follow Him.

It is my prayer that in the coming months we will see the I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) make a profound spiritual difference in Canada and world through the power of the Holy Spirit. When it is all said and done, the bottom line is in reaching the lost. North America is one of the greatest mission fields in the world. We must do all we can individually and corporately to fulfill the Great Commission.

May the Lord grant you a most blessed and productive 2006.

Anna Mae and I are looking forward to seeing you at the National Convention, May 1 - 4, 2006 at The Regina Quality Hotel. Rev. Andrew Shearman is the Convention Speaker and the theme is "Operating in Authority with Vision and Purpose" Genesis 41: 38 - 49

Your servant in Christ,

Rev. Paul McPhail, General Secretary

Canada map

The head office of the Independent Assemblies of God International (Canada) moved to Chatham-Kent, Ontario. Effective May 2005. (note address above and new phone numbers, fax)

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IMPORTANT CHOICES

Between the ages of eighteen and twenty four, there are so many important choices youth will have to make. Such as which high school courses to take, which university or college to go to, what vocation in life, where to live, whom to marry, how many children to have, to name a few? Youth do not have the experience to make these decisions. So they rely on their own abilities, the opinion of their friends, and perhaps their parents, spiritual leadership, pastoral leadership. That is why the Word of God is so important at this life-changing time of life.

Genesis 37 tells us that as a boy, Joseph had a dream. He dreamed that his brethren, and even his father and mother bowed down to him. While his brothers refused to believe him, his father observed his sayings.

Youth with a dream can aim high and reach a goal. The possibilities are not limited so thinking outside the box can be important. Performing your best in school, getting the best grades possible and aspiring to university will allow far more potential for accomplishment in the life of our youth.

In Daniel 1:12, Daniel is only twelve years old when he declares, "Prove thy servants,..ten days." Daniel was being groomed for the palace. He had standards which caused him to refuse the king's meat because it was offered to idols.

Taking a stand for Christian values does cause youth to be challenged by the ways of the world. God helping you, you will stand true. Youth can do their best by not settling for second best or be tempted to blend in, or duck and cover, by permitting your light to shine for Jesus.

In 1 Samuel 17:29, David was sent to bring food to his older brothers. They were being challenged by Goliath. But Israel was afraid. So David cries out, "Is there not a cause?"

Youth are important, and have a purpose and He will direct their life. His desire is to use youth today. The youth have a great destiny in God.

Genesis 39:12 when his master's wife tried to seduce him, he fled leaving his garment.

One of the greatest choices our youth have to make is to be sexually pure until marriage. All the influences of the world, media, literature, school texts are forcing our youth to make decisions which affect the rest of their lives. They are told their friends are doing it, no one will know, take the pill, use protection.

The facts are AIDS is down by one third in Uganda because Christian youth are taking a vow of celibacy until marriage.

Celibacy is waiting until marriage for intimacy. This is God's will. Marriage is sharing a home, a family, and a life together. Marriage is something worth preparing for by taking time to get to know your partner. Resisting sexual urges until your wedding night will make your marriage so much sweeter.

Will you take the vow of celibacy until you are married? Will you promise to keep yourself pure until you meet and marry the partner God had chosen for you? God will bless you and give His best if you will. If you will pray and ask the Lord, the Holy Spirt will give you the strength to keep yourself pure until you marry that special someone.

Rev Charles Willner, Open Word Ministries,

P.O. Box 625, Niagara Falls, Ontario

L2E 6V5 T(419) 649-649-6022

E-mail: charleswillner@yahoo.com

Website: http://www.openwordministries.com

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NORTHWEST B.C.

NETWORKING CONFERENCE

The 3rd Annual Northwest B.C. Networking conference was held in Vanderhoof at Camp Living Waters in October.

The Spirit did flow! We simply organize the conference without any set theme or agenda except that of "waiting on the Spirit". In attendance were people from several different ministerial organizations, denominations, and ministries, with one desire in their heart - to minister to the people, especially the First Nations people, in this northwest area of the province of British Columbia.

We gathered to see what could be accomplished if we were more unified (while maintaining diversity). This conference was established to network the leaders and the various ministries together in one common goal - that of building the Church of Jesus Christ.

Our first networking conference we introduced our ministries to each other, discovering how God was blessing and leading in a great way. And we endeavoured to find ways that we could use each other to enhance the total ministry of winning souls - without distrust of motives. And to see what resources could be accessible for the building of the Kingdom of God if we were in greater unity.

The second networking conference we built relationships, learned about mentoring and fatherhood. And explored outside of the box methods to reach the communities we labour in for the Lord Jesus Christ.

This year's conference we identified offences we had caused each other, seeking forgiveness and reconciliation with each other seeking to receive greater anointing through cleansing our hearts for greater victories.

It was a time of understanding and accepting the mantle the Spirit has placed on us.

We claimed the unity that we need to build the kingdom of God and not the kingdom of man in these last day times.

Solomon is credited with the building of the temple, his father David gave many of the resources needed, Hiram king of Tyre assisted with the timbers, and the aliens within the country were employed in the construction along with the people of the 12 tribes. It was never a one person show but a working in unity using even those resources outside the "holy nation". Jesus told Simon to go fishing and then blessed him with a huge catch. Simon did not hesitate to call others to help him in taking in the catch. The task was too tremendous for him and he recognized it.

We pray as the Spirit of Jesus leads us forward, opening the way and anointing us with the power and boldness needed that we will go forward in love - love for God, love for those ministering side by side with us, and love for those whom we are called to minister to. And we give glory to God for the privilege of being used - help us Lord to always be ready and willing, clean vessels you can use to build your House.

Gerrit Apperloo

Living Waters Christian Community,

Box 301, Dease Lake, BC V0C 1L0

Phone 250-771-4224

e-mail: wearehis@stikine.net

Website: www.stikine.net/~wearehis.

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PENTECOSTAL/CHARISMATIC CHURCHES

OF NORTH AMERICA

Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary of the Independent Assemblies of God International Canada attended the recent meeting of the PCCNA (Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches of North America) in Colorado Springs. The theme was "Demonstrating Unity in the Power of the Holy Spirit."

At the meeting held in Colorado Springs, in October, Dr. Charles Crabtree of the Assemblies of God and Bishop Jerry Macklin of the Church of God in Christ were elected chairman and co-chairman. These members will provide excellent leadership for PCCNA for the next term. The following men were elected to complete the executive committee: Dr. Lemar Vest, Secretary, Bishop Randy Howard, Treasurer, and Board Members, Rev Jeff Farmer, Rev Art Gray, Dr Ron Carpentar, Dr William Morrow, Rev Daniel de Leon, Bishop Clyde Hughes and Bishop Elijah Williams.

A round table discussion was held with Bill Morrow, and presentation and interaction with Doug Stringer and Ted Haggard. The discussion topics were as follows.

Denominations - What is your fellowship of churches doing to ensure it is releasing difference making ministries both inside and outside the church? Are the efforts effective?

Churches - What is the role of the local church? Is it to point people to Christ? What is it about your fellowship/local churches that points people to Christ?

Pentecost - What should a Pentecostal church culture look like in 2005? What are the tensions facing the Pentecostal movement as they attempt to occupy as believers in a world that is predominantly unchristian?

Leadership - How does what your fellowship/denomination does in leadership training affect kingdom fruitfulness, support hurting pastors, equip the next generation of leaders and make effectiveness not survival the watchword among your leaders?

Doug Stringer speaking about the "New Revival That is Coming to America", said, stay focused, get back to where you left off if you have been hindered along the way. Don't let opposition steal from you your vision of destination, feast in the wilderness. Cling to compassion, if you are a pastor, see yourself as a steward and be a humble servant like Christ. Encourage and validate on another from a place of pure motives.

He said four characteristics of a leader in transformation. He is leading in humility and brokenness, leading with a strong prayer life, and personal prayer life, leading with a Kingdom vision bigger than himself. And he or she is leading by being tenancious, resilient and persevering.

A Christian who knows he is crucified with Christ

1) Has no ambition, and so has nothing to be jealous about.
2) Has no reputation and so has nothing to fight about.
3) Has no possessions and therefore, nothing to worry about.
4)Has no rights so therefore he cannot suffer wrong.
5)He is already dead, so no one can kill him.

(Leonard Ravenhill)

More information about the PCCNA is available at their website: http://www.pctii.org/pccna/ which includes a list of their member churches, a membership application form, and the history page documents the Memphis miracle that brought this organization into being in 1994, with Jack Hayford's prophecy at that event.

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Fellowship Information

QUEBEC PROVINCIAL CONVENTION was held in September outside of Quebec City at Camp de l' Arche. There are Spanish people in some regions in Quebec, and translation was being done on an individual basis for them at the Convention. The Wuerch's and Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary were in attendance. The meetings were well attended and good fellowship was reported. God is moving mightily in Quebec. Keep all these fine brethren in prayer as revival fires burn.

MISSIONARY SERVICE - Sister Evelyn Splane, missionary to India ministered with Rev Neville and Del Edwards Church Mount Zion House of Praise in Brampton in September and she reports "and we had two great meetings. A whole line of young people responded to the challenge to service unto the Lord, whether foreign missons or whatever. In the evening three people came to the altar for salvation. Praise the Lord." Sister Splane will be in India in January 2006. She desires your prayers for "India for Christ" mission.

She may be reached at 15 Rhodes Avenue, Toronto, ON, M4L 2Z8, e-mail: evelynsplane@sympatico.ca

DIVERSITY OF MINISTRIES WITHIN THE FELLOWSHIP - One of our ministers works with Teen Challenge and some are social workers and teachers, one is a padre in the Armed Forces. One is a Mayor of the Community along with being a Pastor. One First Nations minister has been Chief twice and currently serving on Council. Keep our fellowship ministers in your earnest prayers. God is doing a mighty work across our land Canada.

LONDON, ONTARIO - Faith Tabernacle, 1920 Huron Street, held a "Fire in the Snow" series of meetings in January with Rev Jeff Johns and Johnnie Beard. Rev David Kelsey is Pastor.

MISSIONS TO ARGENTINA, COLUMBIA, URAGUAY,PERU, CHILE, ECUADOR - Rev Vladimir Pissarouk went to Peru in October. His work is among orphans, poor children, ministry to the brethren and helping small churches. Hold this ministry up in prayer, many souls are being saved, and sick bodies healed.

He may be contacted at e-mail: bibliapalabradedios@hotmail.com

Vladimir in Peru

INDIA - The great work of compassion to India's children being carried on by Rev Kenneth Mounsey in India. They desire your prayers as they work in this harvest field. They have dedicated a ministry facility in Orissa. Rev Kenneth Mounsey is in Orissa India at this time, and will be returning from India March 10, 2006. They have 11 pastors under their fellowship of Heart of Compassion Care International, Inc and they are looking after 57 children. More information about their work can be seen on website www.heartofcompassion.com. There is over 100,000 villages in the Phulbani district alone.

Brother Mounsey's home address is 24 Monique Crescent, St. Catherines, Ontario, L2M 1S9

Phone 613-735-7671 E-mail: kennethmounsey@hotmail.com

CHRISTIAN CHANNEL - the launch of the new digital nationally licensed Christian Television Network was held in Toronto, Ontario October 1, 2005.

Website: www.christianchannel.ca. Bringing the word of God to Canadians 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

GRACE MINISTRIES 24 HOUR WORSHIP 2006 will be held May 26, 2006 at 7:00 pm until May 27th, 2006 at 7 pm at Pastor Bowo Olagbegi's Church, Throne Of Grace, 1767 Northway, Windsor Ontario

Worship teams and Churches are being brought together to worship. "Our vision is to bring the body of Christ together in unity to praise and worship the Lord. Our motivation is to worship the Lord, bringing all glory and honour to Him. It is our desire to seek His face and welcome His presence." For more details or to participate contact Rev Larry Graham, Shirley and Richard Wuerch or Tammy Allen at Grace Ministries, 4749 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, Ontario, N8Y 1H8,

Telephone: (519) 944-9893 E-mail: worship06@yahoo.ca, Website: www.windsorchurches.com/worship24/

ARCTIC MISSIONS - Rev David Ellyatt was north in October - for "Like David" Worship Festival, in Saluit, Nunavik. Brother Ellyatt desires your prayers for this great outreach to the north. Brother Ellyatt reports he is encouraged that the prophetic word for 2006 says that it is going to be a year of change and harvest. "We were told that many are going to realize fulfillment of prophetic words that have been given over the years. I believe this is going to be a continued year of harvest in many areas of the world including Arctic Canada." The Iqaluit Church project is proceeding. The remaining financial support and funding has been raised under the skillful leadership of Pastor James Arreak. For those interested in volunteering time on the project, we will be releasing the information later in the year.

The Arctic Mission was held at Puvirnituq, Nunavick for the "Hudson Bay Conference" in February. Brother Ellyatt also visited Akulivik ministering in a week of services. Website: www.arcticmissions.com, E-mail: david.ellyatt@odyssey.on.ca

BRITISH COLUMBIA - Rev Gwen A. Dreger reports having the third water baptism before Christmas, and feeding an average of 80 people every Thursday and 40-50 on Mondays. We are believing to obtain larger premises in the New Year as we are now pushing the limits of our present location. This congregation desires your prayers as they endeavour to extend the Kingdom of God.

MINISTRY TO RUSSIA AND EASTERN EUROPE - Rev James and Ollie Weller desire your prayers for their ministry as they make trips to Eastern Europe with Bibles. They report that this is the first time Pentecostals, Baptists, the Church of God, Charismatics, Methodists, Presbyterians, etc, have been united and recognized by the Russian Government. The brethren there say "this is a new thing for us. Fifteen years have passed since the collapse of communism but we still have an urgent need for the Scriptures. Approximately 95% of our people do not have Bibles." There are thousands of communities in Russia which are totally unexposed to the Gospel because Russia is such a large country, the largest in the world. Many communities do not have Churches, Christians or Bibles. The Russians say to Brother Weller your ministry is very important to us since we have such a lack of Bibles.

They may be reached at Rev James Weller, 31-1098 King Street West, Kingston, ON, K7M 8J1.

E-mail: jpweller@sympatico.ca

BRITISH COLUMBIA - Love Family Christian Assembly in Surrey and Pastor Joshua Agbey desire your prayers for the expansion of the work there in Surrey for souls to be saved and for church growth to continue.

They may be reached at 13418-85 Ave, Surrey, BC, V5W 0T8

e-mail: joshuabey@yahoo.com

INDIA - Rev Kell and Lorri Frandsen report they are making full enoculations available to children and workers and giving needed medications and supplements to build up bodies. As many as 30% of people in some tribal areas die due to malaria. They left in January to visit all 57 of their churches. Pray for these churches as there is much persecution, although they are growing numerically and God is bringing in a great increase of souls.

E mail: eagleflight7@shaw.ca, Website: http://www.gracelifeministries.net

ONTARIO - Continue to pray for Rev Robert Huyzen who is in recovery from a heart attack and stroke. His wife Mary thanks all of you for the prayers. We stand together with the Huyzen's trusting God for complete healing, divine healing as in the atonement found in Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8: 16,17, Mark 16:14,18; James 5:14 -16; Exodus 15:26 . E-mail: cities4christ@skynet.ca

ONTARIO - Rev Chris Julien and his congregation have moved and changed the name of their church to:

Calvary Worship Centre at 290 Traders Blvd. E. Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W7,

Phone: (905)840-1340, (416)939-9601.

Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary of the IAOGI Canada dedicated the new sanctuary on November 6, 2005 to the glory of God. The name of the church is in transition and the current website remains http://www.calvarygospeltemple.com.

E-mail: calvarytemple1@yahoo.com

Rev Christopher and Margaret Julien ask for your prayers in this expanded endeavour.

CHRISTIAN RADIO OPPORTUNITIES - David and Linda Jackson operate CKSO FM Sudbury, a 24 hour radio station licenced by the CRTC to offer Christian music. The Jackson's invite ministers and lay persons to use their station as a means of outreach into the community. They have recently expanded their vision for Christian radio by offering to help others set up Christian radio stations across Canada. David, an electrical engineer, offers consulting services which include the preparation of applications to the CRTC. He has been involved in the installation of several radio stations to date.

David and Linda can be contacted at 705-235-3072 or cksofm@vianet.ca, Their website is at: www.cksofm.netfirms.com

REVIVAL PROPHESIED - At the Provincial Convention in Quebec, ministry from Maine prophesied in one of the services that their would be a revival break out, a sovereign move of God in Ontario among First Nations west of Hamilton, Ontario. At a recent visit by the General Secretary to the Mount Pleasant area Brother McPhail learned that the Oshwegan location under the direction of Rev Linda Sault and Phil Sault her husband are in the midst of completing a building 158 x 60. When Brother McPhail relayed the prophecy to them they received this word as confirmation and are anticipating great things from God. Sister Sault asked Brother McPhail to announce this to her congregation. The Saults ask your prayers for this work, as they plan to move into the new building very shortly.

GROWTH IN THE FELLOWSHIP IAOGI CANADA -We have seen good growth in our Fellowship since the last convention. Many new ministers have joined, and new churches have affiliated with us. We have seen transfers from other organizations, new ministers who have never had credentials, although pastoring churches. We have seen some previously registered ministers and ministries returning to join with us again. It has been exciting. Some pastors in the nation are passing the torch to new leaders so we are seeing the Joshua generation coming forward. Keep these new brethren in prayer.

NUNAVIK Kangirsuk, Nunavik - Pastor Peter Airo (Niki) is passing the reins over to his assistant pastor Tommy Kudluk in the near future. Peter Airo (Niki) was sent home to die with cancer in 1982 after which he received the Lord as his personal Savior and was healed. Last year he died twice in the hospital in Montreal and had a wonderful visitation in heaven which he is sharing. Pastor Niki is 73 years old and going strong. The ordination of the new pastor Tommy Kudaluk was held in December with Rev David Ellyatt in attendance.

NUNAVIK - "Celebrate Life" Conference was held at Aupaluk. The conference was arranged by Pastor Maggie Akpahatak to combat recent suicides and tragic deaths in the community. Jesus said in John 10:10, "The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly".. The purpose of the conference was to communicate to the people of Aupaluk the message of Jeremiah 29:11, where the Lord declares that He has good plans for us to give us a future and a hope.

The services started Friday night with a good attendance from the community. Rev David Ellyatt shared his personal testimony and Pastor Eva Deer ministered on "Binding the Strongman". The response to the message was very good. Pastor Eva asked all those present to come to the platform to come into agreement and declare that "enough is enough." Rev Ellyatt spoke first on putting on the armor of God and God's secret weapon, love.

Services were held three times on Saturday and Sunday. They prayer-walked the community after the Sunday morning service, praying for God's healing over the land, especially in areas where there has been violent death. The Sunday afternoon service was a special youth service with over ninety young people in attendance. Ministry was shared with Pastor Annie Tertiluk. Together we ministered on the topic "Called Before the World was Made." Many young people came forward for prayer.

ESPANOLA, ONTARIO- A Ladies Convention was held in February, under the direction of Pastors Lillian and Mel Hurley, Echo Bay Revival Centre, 308 Maple Leaf Rd, Echo Bay ON, POS ICO. Phone 705-248.3065, 705-566-1219. Email:echoba@sympatico.ca.

PRAYER CANADA along with intercessors across the country are praying that righteousness will be raised up in the land. There will be a 3 Day Prayer and Fast at Whistler, British Columbia. Prayer Canada has held a 3 Day Prayer and Fast for the Nation every year since its inception. The national ones have been held in a different city each year. British Columbia has held their Annual Prayer and Fast each July in Whistler, B.C. this year's event is held July 20 - 23, 2006 at Twin Pines Chalet, 8709 Idylwood. For reservations call 604-589-1110 or Victoria 250-721-5217. Many Prayer Posts have also sponsored an annual Prayer & Fast to bring a similar impact on their city. Prayer Canada's website tells how to start a prayer post in your city. Contact Prayer Canada, Rev Arne Bryan, Box 237, Surrey, BC V3T 4W8,

Phone (604)589-1601, e-mail: prayer@prayercanada.org. Website: www.prayercanada.org

CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACTION NEIGHBOUR LINK -10 churches in Chatham Kent, Ontario, have joined together and incorporated to form a group of volunteers to help and assist with social needs in our community showing love in the Name of Christ, His love with no strings attached. Continue in prayer for this group of volunteers as they minister. We thank God for unity and grace as these churches work together. In fifty years Rev Paul McPhail has been in the Chatham area, he says he has never seen this unity among the churches. Truly these are the last days. They will know we are Christians by our love.

KATRINA - When the hurricane disaster hit in Lousianna it has been reported that the faith based groups were the first to respond and are still ministering there now. The work of Christians who know how important it is to extend hands, prayers, and whatever is needed at a time like this. God has given his people hearts that "care." Continue to pray for the churches and groups who are helping the people who have lost everything.

ONTARIO - Rev Ken and Gail Campbell were in Jamaica in December seeing many souls saved and sick bodies healed in their 6 day crusade there. They were also in Haiti in January for 10 days of ministry. They ministered nightly in crusades and over the radio. There were many souls saved. In the mornings Brother Campbell taught on the Holy Spirit.

They may be reached at 9844 McCreary Line, Tupperville, Ontario N0P 2M0. Phone 519-683-1374.

I.A.O.G.I. CANADA - The General Secretary and those working with him, pray for you and your ministry daily. Knowing that prayer will bring breakthrough anointing and wisdom into the ministries God has called us to. We know that those in this Fellowship have a unique vision. In economics, the value of something is determined by how rare it is. Real pearls are costly because they are found only in a small number of mollusks, and they must be searched for. Gold is costly because it is difficult to find. It is the same with oil, it does not usually just spring up in your backyard. You generally have to dig deep to find it. God has called us to be perpetually valuable, so he made us permanently rare. Our vision is unique.

Jesus said, "For this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth." John 18:37. This Fellowship was born to raise up leaders and to train them so that they can impact their entire nations for generations to come.

TORONTO CANADA - Rev Joseph Samuels and Rev Case were in India in February. They ministered in different areas, but they will be spending most of the time at Ebenezer Revival Tabernacle in India to minister to the people and also to see the progress of the work there. This work was started in India over eighteen years ago by Brother and Sister Samuels. They are supporting twenty full time pastors, and also have an orphanage of forty two children. The Lord is blessing that missionary outreach and we have seen much progress as we would visit them over the years.

Rev and Mrs. Samuels pastor Ebenezer Revivla Tabernacle, 1228 Birchmount Rd, Scarborough, Ontario M1P 2C3, Phone 416-759-1602. E-mail: jsamuels@ert.on.ca

Mrs Victoria Fiddler was promoted to glory in October, 2005. Victoria and her husband Tommy Fiddler, members of the I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) ministered at the Bearskin Lake Christian Assembly Church.

Let us continue to remember Brother Tommy Fiddler in our prayers. May the God of comfort be with him at this time. His address is Mr. Tommy Fiddler, Box 29, Bearskin Lake, ON, P0v 1E0, Phone 807-363-1148

Rev Ted Ryan went home to be with his Lord and Saviour November 8, 2005 in Prince Rupert, B.C. Rev. Ted Ryan joined the I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) in 1978. He and his wife Bertha were pastors of the Port Simpson Native Revival Centre, Port Simpson, B.C. Ted would have been 56 years of age on Nov. 30th. Sister Bertha Ryan's address is 1110 Nelson St., P. O. Box 138, Port Simpson, British Columbia, V0V 1H0, Tel. 250-625-3458. Please remember Sister Ryan and the church family in your prayers.

Rev Marc Loehn - passed away in November unexpectedly at the age of 40 years old. Marc and Sophie have two children ages 15 and 13 years. We ask your prayers for them at this time.

Rev. Marc Loehn had been a member of the I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) since Feb. 1, 1998. Marc and his wife Sophie have served as the french translators for The Canadian Mantle. We received our last e-mail from Marc, the French Mantle, Thursday, Nov. 17th and he passed away the following day. His wife Sophie Loehn's address is 94 rue Des Pins, Beloeil, QC J3G 3E8, Tel. 450-446-9261

Brother Claude Beland was promoted to glory, December 15, 2005. Claude Beland was 44 years of age. He suffered a fatal injury at his place of employment. Brother Beland is survived by his wife, Diane Theberge and their three children (two girls and a boy). Brother Claude Beland has been a member of I.A.O.G.I. Canada since January 8, 1989. His wife's address is Diane Theberge, 160 Av. Des Saules, La Sarre, QC J9Z 1G6, Tel. 819-333-9305.

Mrs. Anna Cassano (79 years of age) passed away, December 16th, 2005. Her husband, Rev. Pio Primo Cassano has been a member of I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) since December 21, 1980.

HARVEST OF GLORY - April 6-8TH, 2006 at Migration Hall, Kingsville, Ontario with Rev Jeff Johns, Rev Johnny Beard and Rev Mike Brown, a prophet and teacher from Branson, Missouri, an anointed sought after speaker. September 28-30th at Migration Hall, Kingsville, Ontario, speakers to be announced at a later date.

Contact Rev Dan Tambaro, Phone: 519-322-0251, e-mail: dtamburo@hotmail.com

and Rev Gerry Armaly Phone: 519-975-1082, e-mail: woodslee.prayer.on@aibn.com for times of services.

BABY GIRL BORN - to Rev David April and his wife Laura. They are proud and joyful parents of a new baby girl born Dec 3, 2005 at 12:35 pm, weighing 8 pounds and 3 oz and measuring 19 ½ inches, Bianca Lily April. Brother April said "we are doing very well, it changes things around the house for sure! I think the most challenge is lack of sleep for both of us and the whole routine change! By the grace of God, we are getting the hang of it&ldots;!!"

Laura , Rev April and Bianca Lily

NORTHERN CENTRAL CONVENTION, Sudbury, Ontario, September 27-29, 2006. Plan to attend this time of fellowship and encouragement for the ministers of the northern region. Contact Regional Secretary Rev Mel Hurley, 308 Maple Leaf Rd, Echo Bay, ON, P0S 1C0, Phone 705.248.3065 email: echoba@sympatico.ca, for the specific details of this convention.

NATIONAL CONVENTION - will be held May 1-4th, 2006 starting Monday evening at 7 pm. The theme will be "Operating in Authority with Vision and Purpose", Genesis 41:38-49.

Quality Hotel Regina, 1717 Victoria Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0P9, Ph 306-569-4656, Fax 306-569-4977, 1-800-4-CHOICE, http://www.qualityregina.com, cost for 4 people is $74.00. Speaker will be Rev Andrew Shearman. Special Music May 3 and 4th by Harry Rusk award winning musician carrying the Gospel to many countries, Canada and the U.S.

ONTARIO - Rev Joseph Wood, Evangelist doing missionary work in the Persian Gulf region is now living in Hamilton, Ontario. His missionary travels have taken him to the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Lebanon, India, USA, Canada, England and Wales.

Rev Wood may be contacted at 906-2130 King St. E, Hamilton, ON, L8K 5W7, Phone: 905-549-1960, e-mail: jbwooduae@hotmail.com

ARCTIC- The Annual Eastern Arctic Bible Conference will be held in Kunjjuag, over Easter [April 16th,2006] A prayer group in the community has been meeting since October praying for and making preparation for this conference. Prayer is the key.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW FRENCH TRANSLATER - We are pleased to announce that Rev Jean-Marc Tasse of Salaberry-De-Valleyfield, Quebec has agreed to translate the French Mantle. We thank him very much and believe this to have been an answer to prayer.

Please note: We endeavour to be accurate, but in the event errors are printed corrections will be made. Please send reports, ministry information, they will be published as space permits. Anna Mae McPhail, Editor E-mail: amcphail3@cogeco.ca, Box 653, Chatham-Kent, Ontario N7M 5K8.

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The Christian Channel

Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary of the Independent Assemblies of God International Canada was invited to the launch of Canada's first all-Christian nationally licensed digital TV service to feature ministries, current affairs, movies, music and drama on October 2, 2005 in Toronto.

Nearly five years in the making, this Category Two digital channel offers ministry programming, news and current affairs, music, drama and movies for the country's 22 million Christians. Its mission is "to entertain, inform, enlighten and inspire" both practicing Christians and those still seeking.

Mark Prasuhn, President and General Manager of The Christian Channel, noted that, as a Category Two channel, the service "will be able to offer Canadians a wider selection of the best Christian programming from around the world on a 24/7 basis."

Added Prasuhn: "There is a large and very enthusiastic audience for high-quality programming that explores all aspects of Christian belief. These viewers are passionate, loyal and committed, and it is our great privilege to be able to enhance their current array of viewing choices."

The Christian Channel's inaugural schedule includes the acclaimed music series The Gaither Gospel Hour, the dramas Highway to Heaven and Twice in a Lifetime, and weekly Christian movies such as the smash hit Left Behind.

Other highlights include popular television ministries such as James Robison: Life Today, Joyce Meyer - Life in the Word, Kenneth Copeland, Benny Hinn: This Is Your Day, Peter Popoff Ministries, It Is Written and Tomorrow's World.

Said Dr. Brian C. Stiller, President of Tyndale University College & Seminary in Toronto and the Chair of The Christian Channel's Council of Reference: "Christians in Canada desire and deserve more television programming that celebrates the faithful life. The long-awaited launch of The Christian Channel is a development that we hope will serve to enrich many lives."

The Christian Channel, which is solely owned and operated by the Vision TV group of channels, launched initially on Rogers Digital Cable (channel 396).

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THE AZUSA STREET REVIVAL

They began meeting in a home on Bonnie Brae Street, Los Angeles, where the hunger for revival began to draw an increasing number of seekers. The leader of this group was a man named William Joseph Seymour. For Seymour, the message of the hour was a renewal of Pentecost, as evidenced by the infilling of the Holy Spirit, accompanied by speaking in other tongues.

As the word of revival fire began to sweep, the need for a larger facility was evident. Finally a vacant, rundown building at 312 Azusa Street was located and rented. It had formerly housed the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, the building was 40 x 60 feet and opened on April 14, 1906.

For three years, the revival continued essentially 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with at times more than 1000 in attendance. People came from all over the world to receive their "Pentecost," many being overwhelmed spiritually before they ever reached the building. What has been termed the "world's greatest revival" has, in our day, resulted in a vast army of over 600 million spirit-filled believers, touching every nation on earth.

The Asuza Street Centennial will be held April 25-29th, 2006 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California, www.asuzastreet100.net. The purposes are to bring together all the various streams of the Pentecostal movement. Also to evaluate the Movement's response to the divine mandates given at Azusa Street, and to seek the face of God for the Movement's future direction.

The Centennial Cabinet, composed of a cross-section of national and international church leaders, serves as a steering committee. The larger leadership group, the Centennial

Ministry Team, includes about 150 pastoral and ministry leaders from around the world. Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary of the Independent Assemblies of God International Canada has been invited to be part of this ministry team.

For nearly three years, intercessors around the world have been petitioning the throne of God on behalf of the Centennial. A continuous 120 hour prayer meeting will be going on during the week of the Centennial events.

For the past several years there has been an increasing hunger among many Christians for God to send a mighty revival of worldwide proportions. There is a growing sense that this Centennial may well be the catalyst that sparks the beginning of that revival.

One of the major characteristics of the Azusa Street Revival from its inception was the unusual sense of unity that prevailed among the diverse group of participants. Many are praying that same spirit will envelop the Centennial.

Please keep this meeting in prayer.

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TAKING HOLD OF THE PROMISES

The mother of Jesus saith unto Him "they have no wine". Jesus told His mother "Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come". Mary knew who her son was, that He was able to solve the problem. She spoke out in faith "Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it." We don't know how long it would have been for the appointed time for Jesus to manifest Himself. It may have been a week later, a month later, even a year later. What we do know, was that the word of faith brought forth or hastened the appointed time and a miracle happened that day. We can take hold of tomorrow for today.

We took the opportunity to show our oldest son Jonathan through the National House of Prayer [NHOP]. On the second floor west end there is an outdoor porch that has three archways facing north, west and south. As we walked through the house, I remembered the prophetic word regarding China. I was physically compelled to go out onto the porch and look through the archway facing north. This archway frames the front doors of the Embassy of China. Immediately, the Lord spoke to me and said "House of Promise". As soon as the word was spoken something inside me broke and gratitude flooded over me. You see the NHOP is a very elegant building, a building worthy of being an embassy and in a way represents a sort of 'first fruits' of what the Lord is about to do in Canada. I believe that we will and are about to see the magnificence of our God!

I sat down and set aside time for the Lord to speak to me concerning the New Year for us as a family as well as our group called 'Tent of David'. It is our pattern that whatever is given to us at this time is followed to the letter during the New Year. Both Dale and I believe we must give the Lord the dignity of His Word - that what He says He is able to do. As I reflected I believe the Lord spoke to me that it is time for us to stand firm and take hold of the promises. The NHOP is the 'cloud the size of man's fist'. God has heard and is about to answer the heart cries for a Canadian revival. In fact, in 2006 we are going to take hold of the promises to the extent that we get what is promised. But we are after more this year as we will also hasten the day by reaching into the future and laying hold of those things promised for us later in our lives and bring them into the now of today. We are about to receive preferential treatment as promised. We must accept God lavishing His love upon us, providing for us beyond what we could ask or think. The miracle of Cana shows that provision is at the heart of how Jesus manifests His glory to us.

Dale and I will be heavily involved in the watches and leading in prayer at NHOP the National House of Prayer, Ottawa, Canada, during the timeframe of the elections, we desire your prayers as we are involved in this ministry.

The National House of Prayer [NHOP] is a prayer ministry that is establishing a presence in Ottawa, Canada that will provide informed, focused, and sustained prayer for Canada and its leaders. Dan and Dale Rosborough invite you to continue to pray for the National House of Prayer and for more information about what you can do visit the website: http://www.nhop.ca

Dan & Dale Rosborough

Tent of David

1871 Rue Lajoie, Lefaivre, Ontario, K0B 1J0

www.tentofdavid.ca e-mail: rosborough@travel-net.com

National House of Prayer

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MISSION REPORT RICHARD BROCHU

In September 2005, Luz a Las Nacione was privileged to open a new Christian school in Ouanamente, Haiti. Long time friend of the ministry, Pastor Paul Michel, is now teacher to 35 young students. A team of Dominican Christians helped to convert half of Pastor Paul's house into a school room and delivered handmade wooden desks. In this impoverished land, these children can now learn to read and write and study God's Word for themselves. I was able to visit the school in December, taking a small gift and food items for each child. These gifts were lovingly supplied by the children at our Dominican school, who raised $100 (Canadian) to give to the Haitians. God, in turn, touched the hearts of the Woodslee Prayer Community Church, whose generosity enabled us to host a Christmas party at the Centre in the Barrio of Bello Costero in Puerto Plata. We presented the film, "With Whom Are You Going," and had a tremendous response, with over 200 in attendance.

Outgrowing the small, rented house that accommodates our Centre, we have now purchased land on the outskirts of the Barrio. Once built, the new school will facilitate more students and eliminate the need to rent living accommodations. God is blessing, not only in leading us to this property, but in granting us favour with government officials, who authorized our building plans and ordered their work crews to use their heavy equipment to clear the lot for free!

We continue to trust the Lord for funds to build, and for more sponsors for the children.

In February, I will be traveling to northern India to visit a missionary friend, Sister Splane. Please pray for traveling mercies, that Sister Splane and I may be a blessing and encouragement to one another, and for protection over the work here while I am away.

Rev Richard R. Brochu

Light to the Nations Ministries Inc.

Box 225, Essex, Ontario, N8M 2Y3

Phone 519-965-3706

E-mail : light2thenations@hotmail.com

Article written by K.Maier.

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SASKATCHEWAN REGIONAL SECRETARY

God is good and we praise Him for His great grace toward each one of us. Plans for the convention are coming along real well. We had a good turn out at our fellowship meeting in Regina January 28. There is anticipation for the Lord to work mightily in the convention. Co-operation for the responsibilities in hosting the convention is very good. We need your prayers and attendance to make this a great convention, for God's glory. We look forward to have you present and will do our best to make you welcome and to bless you in the Lord.

Pastor Karl Kienle,Regional Secretary Prairies,

Box 146, Kuroki, SK S0A 1Y0,

P. 306-338-3452

e-mail: kienle@sasktel.net

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COMPASSION FUND

Are you a member of the Compassion Fund?

A ministry to the families of Ministers promoted to glory

This is not life insurance,

but a biblical way of ministering to the family in time of need

* * * * * * * * * *

A gift of $10.00 will be collected from participating members

to be given to the named beneficiary of the minister who has died

One time registration fee $10.00

You will be notified by mail

when a member of the Compassion Fund has passed away

For an application write:

Independent Assemblies of God

International Canada

Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary

330 Victoria Avenue, Box 653,

Chatham, ON, N7M 5K8

Phone 519-352-1743, Fax 519-351-6070

e-mail: pmcphail@ciaccess.com

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EASTERN ONTARIO REGION

In September we were blessed by the presence of our new General Secretary Rev Paul McPhail. He was our guest speaker at our regional meeting here in south eastern part of Ontario. There was a record attendance of about forty ministers to hear the burden of God for our great fellowship that our General Secretary has been anointed with. Rev. McPhail read the charge to Dan Woods and after the laying on of hands was welcomed into the fellowship. Dan is working with the Inuit Christian Fellowship church in Ottawa. It is exciting to see the wonderful growth of churches and Ministers in this area.

We had the honor of inducting Pastor Basile Bakana and his church into the fellowship of I.A.O.G.I. Canada. The church which is French speaking is located in Ottawa. They served us with an African style meal after the service and that gave us a precious time of fellowship with the congregation.

I had the privilege of taking part in the Convention in Kangirsujuag in Nunavit in the high Arctic. While there we presented the charge of ministry to Reeba Carleton, who along with her husband Boyd pastor the Ottawa Inuit Christian Fellowship. The pastor of the Aupaluk Full Gospel Church in Kangirsujuag Nunavit is Pastor Anna Tertiluk. Pastor Anna who is a member of the fellowship and her husband Mark are truly great lights in the kingdom of God.

When the time came to fly home a fog had rolled in and we all got to spend another day with our new found friends. I was privileged to get an invitation to Pastor Anna's house, to what they call a country dinner.

When I arrived at her house there on the floor beside the table was a large piece of cardboard with frozen raw arctic char and very large piece of raw caribou. There was also some fresh cut onion and a little pile of cut pieces of carrots and little white dish of some kind of almost clear looking sauce. Every one was sitting on the floor in a circle around this spreading with there Inuit knives cutting off various pieces of this raw meat, they would eat it with a little onion or carrot and than sometimes they would dip it in the little white dish of sauce.

I was given an Inuit knife and a place in the circle to sit down, now to fold my legs into pretzels and get down gracefully my body refuse to cooperate and down I went with a very loud thud and a graceful chuckle was heard from all.

The raw Arctic char to my surprise was wonderful and the raw caribou with the little onion sometimes and sometimes pieces of carrot I would strongly recommend to anyone.

Having had so much success so far, I thought it is good time to try this sauce in the white dish, some one cut me another morsel, because I could not master the art using there Inuit knife. I dipped it in the sauce and gently started toward my mouth when this odor started to give my stomach heaving sensations. I gently put the morsel down on the cardboard and ask what kind of sauce that might be. Whale blubber was the answer. Now if the Lord gives you the honour of having raw Char or raw caribou you will be blessed, the whale sauce on the other hand you should be well prayed up.

Let us all grow in His grace and in the knowledge of God our Father and our Lord Jesus. The grace of faith to believe for great supernatural things and the Holy Spirit in us guide us to pray prayers that can do more than we are able to ask or think. Let us release ourselves to Him and let not unbelief hold back that which He has put in us.

The grace of His unconditional love motivating us in all that we think and do.

Let us never let a day go by that we do not learn something new about our heavenly Father or our Lord Jesus Christ. It is in the knowledge or fresh revelation of Him that will charge the inner man to greatest heights in our God.

Rev Paul Henderson, Box 486, Smith Falls, ON, K7A 4T4, Phone 313-283-3313, e-mail: pahenderson@ripnet.com

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National Convention

May 1 - 4th, 2006

I.A.O.G.I. (Canada)

Regina, Saskatchewan Canada

THEME:

Operating in Authority with Vision and Purpose

Genesis 41:38-49

Location

Quality Hotel Regina

1717 Victoria Avenue

Regina, Saskatchewan S4P0P9

Ph. 306-569-4656 Fax. 306-569-4977

1-800-4-CHOICE http://www.qualityregina.com/

1-4 People $74.00.

Shuttle service is available by local hosts contact

Rev Karl Keinle, Box 84, Margo, Sask, S0A 2M0,

Phone 306-338-3452, Fax 306-324-2144

e-mail: kienle@sasktel.net

Convention Speaker

R e v A n d r e w S h e a r m a n

Andrew believes that God is raising up an army of free (dead to self) joyful, violent people (Matthew 11:12), with an emphasis to work on the missions frontier where the church meets the world. Plan to attend

* * Special Music May 3 & 4 by Rev Harry Rusk. His ministry is Kanta Ministries. He was born in a remote Indian village in northern British Columbia. He has received many awards in music, and is an ordained minister of the Gospel with the Independent Assemblies of God International [Canada]. He records Gospel music and carries the word of God around the world. His ministry includes taking the Gospel where most needed, prisons, homes for the aged, institutions, the streets and remote outpoints of the Canadian North. Our brother's ministry has taken him to many countries abroad and Canada and the United States.

He has been awarded both from Alberta and British Columbia governments for achievements, and also many music awards. He was also awarded for playing himself in a made for TV movie "Beyond the Bend of the River." His testimony has been heard far and wide, and to this we praise God. God is still in the life changing business, making "vessels of honour" for His glory. We look forward to being blessed by this brother's ministry. We ask your prayers for all the services and participants of the convention in May 2006.

Location: Quality Hotel Regina, 1717 Victoria Avenue

Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0P9

Ph. 306-569-4656, Fax. 306-569-4977

Mark you calendar!

Time of Fellowship and Refreshing

We look forward to meeting you there and being blessed and encouraged!

There is nothing like being with God's people

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Independent Assemblies of God International (I.A.O.G.I.) Canada

National Convention 2006, Regina, Saskatchewan

Send registration to:

Rev. David Ellyatt, Treasurer

1795 Parkhurst St,

London, ON, N5V 2C4

Phone 519-451-7121

e-mail: david.ellyatt@odyssey.on.ca

Registration fee: $20.00 per person in advance

$30.00 at the door

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KEYS TO KINGDOM LIVING

Drawing into the Heart of Our Father, Remain Abiding Centered in Christ Jesus and Relationships, relationships - relationships; these three (3) themes were the Keys to the Kingdom Living being shared in South Korea and Japan this fall season. Truly, from start to finish, my five weeks witnessed a great testimony to the awesome reality and greatness of Our Living God; as these beautiful people of both lands were so open in sharing the needs of their hearts concerning God and I was an eye witness of His Glorious visitations afresh upon them and their loved ones. It is a very exciting and uplifting time for these people.

The Ministers of the Gospel that I was privileged to meet, pray, worship and fellowship with were of a unified mind in their sensing that God is busy pouring Himself upon and through the younger people. Many that have witnessed the emptiness of religious rituals as well as many that are pure without any experience of religion, are very 'fired' up for God. They eagerly bring in numbers and numbers of youth to their church housings. They are all hungry for the Book of Acts "community" church where God's unconditional Love is the only expression that binds them together. It is very beautiful to witness, at the same time the Ministers are feeling overwhelmed with the bigger picture of responsibilities that are automatic with this kind of growth. In Japan as well as Korea, they all expressed their wish that more English speaking Gospel Missionaries would come alongside and assist them in their labours. Another very common concern spoken of by their Missionaries was the lack of prayer support - spiritual support (such as edification and exhortation) as well as financial assistance support; especially for the Missionaries; as they feel the general populace in the church think being a missionary is not a real valid Gospel Ministry.

It was such a great honour to share this experience with our brothers and sisters-in-Christ in these lands. I believe with all my heart that, if possible, every North American Christian should broaden their horizons by sharing the heritages and cultures of their Christian Family's in other parts of this earth. It not only helps us be more grateful for what Our Father has so freely given us but it also wakens even deeper the awareness that we are all just a small cell of His Great Body and we are all here for the good of one another. Not only in our small families, churches, communities, and countries but also just as significantly our world of nations.

Beth Miner

395 Houghton Crt., Kelowna BC, V1X 7C7

Phone 250-861-3018 e-mail : auntb@canada.com

I.A.O.G.I. (Canada) ON THE WEB

Website: www.iaogcan.com.

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CELEBRATIONS AT PORT SIMPSON

(LAX KW'ALAAMS) BRITISH COLUMBIA

The dates had been set and two very significant Celebrations took place at Port Simpson, the first, early in the fall as Ted Ryan went to be with the Lord after a long fight with cancer. Andy Quock, an itinerant Minister with the Independent Assemblies of God International represented our Fellowship at the Celebration of the Life of Ted Ryan. Ted Ryan and his wife Bertha served the Lord for over two decades in Port Simpson, and did an excellent job in laying a good foundation at the Native Revival Centre.

Now a second Celebration was taking place at Port Simpson for the public recognition of the Licensing of three workers appointed by Ted Ryan before his death, they were Eddy and Karen Knott, and Darlene Dudoward. The invitations had been sent out announcing the Celebration for February 3-5, 2006 and people from 14 villages and cities (Prince George, Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, Terrace, New Aiyansh, Kincolith, Kispiox, Gitanyow, Masset, Bella Bella, Kitsumkaleem, Kitselas, Kitkatla and Prince Rupert) converged on Port Simpson. Those who came for this Celebration represented seven nations of First Nations people (Tsimshaw, Githsan, Tahltan, Nisga, Carrier, Heiltsuk, and Haida Gwaai). This company of just over 200 people also represented a variety of Church Fellowships and Denominations including the Independent Assemblies of God, the United Church of Canada, the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, the Faith Full Gospel Evangelistic Association, the Christian Minister Association and the Anglican Church of Canada.

And what a Celebration it was ... just a little of what Heaven will be like, as the Celebration went on until the wee hour of each morning!

As Eddy and Karen Knott and Darlene Dudoward received public recognition of their licensing and their leadership of the Native Revival Centre, they were joined at the Altar by Bertha Ryan, the Elders and Deacons of their local church, as well as all the Pastoral Leaders from Northwest of British Columbia who were present for the Celebration.

Andy Quock brought a report about the renewal of the work at Kispiox under the leadership of Annie Gawa and her husband Lenard. Annie Gawa is in the process of renewing her license with IAOGI, affirmation and special prayer was offered for Annie and Lenard Gawa.

Arlo Johnson, assisted by Andy Quock, Randy Adam, and Larry Keegstra gave leadership in leading Worship and ministering the Word that took place on each of the evenings of February 3-5, 2006.

But there was a larger vision present and it was stated over and over again in this gathering, and the VISION is this: That God's People, the Body of Christ are coming together by the Holy Spirit to NETWORK as ONE NEW MAN to dismantle the strategy of the demonic spirits of darkness in Northwest British Columbia and replace it with the HOLY SPIRIT'S NETWORK OF CHRISTIAN WORKERS OF THE BODY OF CHRIST to bring in the Great Spiritual Harvest in Northwest British Columbia, thus speeding up the time of our Lord's Return.

Our invitation to each of you that reads this report is this: PRAY FOR ALL OF US FROM MANY NATIONS and MANY CHURCH ORGANIZATION that this vision will come to pass!

Rev Arlo Johnson,

Regional Secretary Northern British Columbia

2805 Calhoun Cres, Prince George, BC, V2N 5J8

T. 205-964-5638, F. 250-964-9604

E-mail: glenarlo@telus.net

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POLITICAL AFFAIRS

This year of election, 2006 saw the people of God rally to pray and contact the candidates in their ridings to ask questions pertaining to important issues.

God has spoken that there is a turning, shifting, and shaking, not for the purpose of harm but to bring us to focus on the church again.

These shakings are sifting and sorting the old and new, and He is bringing forth the new. Let us declare and believe that as the Word speaks in Psalm 65:11 "thou crownest the year with thy goodness." This is good year to rejoice in God!

Things are beginning to intensify. Allow God to bring you through these shiftings into the destiny and purpose which He has called you for. "The glory of this latter temple shall be greater than the former, says the Lord of hosts." Haggai 2"6-7, 9.

General Secretary, Rev Paul McPhail contacted the four candidates representing the ridings in Chatham Kent, Ontario with a document asking questions concerning the following: marriage (Questions - Would you support the definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman to the exclusion of all others? Will you take active steps to re-affirm the heterosexual definition of marriage? What will you do to protect the religious freedom of those who do not support same-sex marriage?), protection of children (Questions: Do you support raising the age of consent for sexual activity? family (Do you support a family

Impact assessment of federal programs and policies? What Policies do you propose to reduce the stress on families and decrease the rate of family breakdown?), religious freedom in Canada (What steps will you take to support freedom of conscience and freedom of religion in Canada?), poverty and homelessness (What specific measures will you take to assist the homeless? prostitution, (What specific measures will you take to assist street sex-trade workers in exiting prostitution? What will you do to address sexual exploitation and trafficking in Canada? Do you support the decriminalization of prostitution?), respect for human life (Would you support the introduction of legislation to regulate abortion in Canada? Do you support the existing laws against euthanasia and assisted suicide? What steps will you take to support palliative care?), refugees (What steps will you take to make the refugee system more transparent, compassionate and just? Will you actively support a merit-based appeal for refugee claimants?), international religious freedom (How do you plan to address issues of religious persecution internationally?), global poverty reduction (Do you support the commitment to increase Official Development Assistance to 0.7% of GNI? Will you commit to a timeline for achieving the goal, including interim targets? What concrete measures will you take to make agricultural trade fair and beneficial for poor countries?), environment ( What measures would you take to protect the environment in Canada and to ensure Canada does its part to protect the environment globally?), Government integrity (What personal traits do you believe an elected official must possess to fulfill his/her role with integrity and contributing to the greater good?), national unity and reconciliation (What steps will you take to bring reconciliation among communities in Canada?)

Brother McPhail shared with all the ministers across Canada by e-mail this document.

For those who did not receive and wish to have one please contact head office I.A.O.G.I. (Canada), Box 653, Chatham-Kent, Ontario, N7M 5K8 and we can forward it to you by mail, requests may be made by e-mail us at pmcphail@ciaccess.com. This document spells out as Christians what we believe, according to Biblical standards on each of the areas sited. It is a well written, well thought out document to have as a reference. This document acknowledges our role as Christians who are well informed and making significant impact for Jesus Christ in this generation.

Brother McPhail also requested personal meetings with the candidates to address the answers their party had to each of these issues. Each candidate forwarded to us in writing the responses, and we were able to share those with the Christians who wished to be better informed.

The head of one of the major Political parties in Canada made contact with the General Secretary Rev Paul McPhail with a request to use the letter from the General Secretary which appeared in the Canadian Mantle, October 2005 edition. He wished to send it to all the candidates who ran who were unsuccessful. We give God the glory for using this letter to minister to others.

One of our members Ron Gray is the leader of Christian Heritage Party, and he let his name stand in this last election.

One of our ministers forwarded the document Brother McPhail had sent to the candidates to 10,000 others in Canada to have as much exposure as possible to get Christians informed. God has something wonderful in store for Canada.

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Letters Letter From The Editor

Dear Servants of the Lord and Friends in Christ:

As I speak to many of you across the country my heart is thrilled at the things you are doing for God. The gospel of Jesus Christ is being planted in hostile cities, and even hostile nations by mighty men and women of God who dare to take risks. We pray for you daily.

Apathetic churches will only be revived across Canada by praying people who honour God with their lips and lives, and who are in sync with God's desires.

1 Chronicles chapter 11 tells about ordinary men doing great things. David's mighty warriors in this scripture were not royalty, or graduates of West Point, they were just regular people from small places-who set their hearts to do exploits for God's anointed.

We need men and women who will step out to turn back today's slide toward godlessness, prayerless churches, family breakup and waning evangelistic fervor.

When it comes to spiritual matters you and I will never know our potential under God until we step out and take risks on the front line of battle. We will never see what power and anointing are possible until we bond with our King and go out in His name to establish His kingdom.

Sitting safely in the shelter of Churches, Bible discussion groups, or complaining to one another about the state of the country will do nothing to unleash the power of God. He meets us in the moment of battle. He energizes us when there is an enemy to push back.

God's work in the world is usually a joint project. He works with us as we yield ourselves to work with Him.

God's plan for the local church has always centered around evangelism. Those brought to Christ are thus born into the very place where they can be nurtured and discipled. An evangelistic focus would force us back to serious prayer and an emphasis on the presentation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. God would prepare us as only He can for victorious spiritual warfare.

We would require the anointing, at any cost, which would mean living in the Word, calling upon the Lord, fasting and prayer, so that reaching out to the lost world would consume us. "Go and make disciples of all nations." Our sense of inadequacy is no excuse given that He has promised to work with us as we set our hearts to the task of extending the Kingdom.

Joyfully in His Service,

Rev Anna Mae McPhail, Editor

THE CANADIAN MANTLE is the official voice of the Independent Assemblies of God International [Canada]. The purpose of the publication is to edify the Body of Christ and to be a vehicle of communication between members. It is published three times per year. Send announcements, articles on minister to minister issues, ministry tips, missionary and promoted to glory reports. Articles should be 300 to 500 words in the body of an e-mail or Word format or fax.

Editor: Rev. Anna Mae McPhail

P.O. Box 653,

Chatham, Ontario N7M 5K8

Tel. 519-352-1743, Fax 519-351-6070

e-mail: amcphail3@ cogeco.ca.

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The Times are urgent, Now is the moment to ask God to ignite His fire in our souls

God moves in life-changing ways when we set aside our own agendas,take Him at his word, and listen for his voice.

Our Task

Presenting the Gospel in Word and Deed to All Nations

INDEPENDENT ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

INTERNATIONAL (CANADA)

A fellowship of Ministers and Churches united in spiritual fellowship with sovereign self governed Churches. All correspondence regarding Pastoral or the Fellowship should be sent to: Rev Paul McPhail, General Secretary of the Independent Assemblies of God International (Canada), 330 Victoria Avenue, Box 653, Chatham-Kent, Ontario, N7M 5K8 Canada,

Telephone 519-352-1743, Fax 519-351-6070. E-mail: pmcphail@ciaccess.com. Website: www.iaogcan.com