The Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc is a group of pastors and ministers who are constituted of those saved (John 3:3), duly licensed and ordained male Pentecostal preachers of the Church of God in Christ in the Greater West Michigan area.

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We practice obedience to the doctrines of God’s Word. As a non-pastor (licensed and/or ordained) he must maintain good standing with his Pastor and local church, faithful to the work of the Lord.

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Titus 2:11,12; II Corinthians 4:1,2, 6:16-20; I Timothy 4:5

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Based upon the scripture, membership is limited to men who have been called and ordained by God, licensed and ordained by a local Church of God in Christ church to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

        I Timothy 3:1-7, 2:5-7; II Timothy 1:8-11; Titus 1:5-9;

II Peter 1:2-10.

 

The Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc enhances relations between clergy and community, government, and corporate leaders by bringing together its members and the public for spiritual renewal, sharing, and responding to community concerns, and networking.  In cooperation with the public schools, local law enforcement agencies and other agencies, the Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc strives to strengthen families and promote a better quality of life.  By working to eliminate poverty, racism, and injustice, the Alliance fosters unity, diversity, and equality in the Greater West Michigan communities.

 

Therefore, the Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc works in conjunction with individuals, corporations, organizations, community service agencies, and government agencies on all levels that seek to encourage civic engagement in every area life that negatively impact humanity.

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The Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc (The COGIC Alliance) members heed the call to be a prophetic voice for our communities and our country. We share an understanding that grace gives both the responsibility and the courage to challenge systems of injustice. The COGIC Alliance members reject cynical strategies that would use the moral authority of the Black Church to build power for political leaders pursuing an agenda to further impoverish the most disadvantaged. Together, they raise their voices in pursuit of the broad vision of justice. All are advocates for public policies that support this vision.   The COGIC Alliance, 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, enables us to participate in election-related activity, including the support of candidates where permitted.

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The Greater West Michigan Ministerial Alliance, Church of God in Christ, Inc celebrates the historic role of the Black Church as a place of refuge and a source of strength in the midst of oppression. The COGIC Alliance believes churches are called to be centers of caring and action, and that religious leaders are called to lead by example. Since 1897, members have answered the call by giving pastors and ministry lay leaders tools and access to mutual support for strengthening congregational and community participation in civic life.