Second Revised Edition of ‘You and Your Church’ Released
Church of God General Overseer Mark L. Williams has announced the release of a revised edition of You and Your Church, an in-depth overview of the Church of God. The book is designed for new members of the Church of God as well as to re-acquaint ministers and laypersons with the current structure of the church and the exciting challenges it faces in modern times.
You and Your Church helps Church of God members discover who they are, what they believe, and how they can effectively fulfill the call and commission of Christ. It additionally serves as an informational resource and program of instruction for those who desire to unite with the church in membership.
The study is divided into four parts. Part One describes the Church of God as a church for the 21st century. Part Two reviews the financial system at all levels of the church. Part Three describes the management functions at all levels of the church. Part Four affirms the imperative of the church’s mission and vision. When taken together, these elements present a concise review for those who want to know what it means to be a member of the Church of God.
The back cover of the book states that You and Your Church seeks, “to acquaint you with the beliefs, organization, leadership and purposes of the Church.”
You and Your Church was written by Dr. Michael L. Baker, Administrative Bishop for the Church of God in North Georgia. Baker wrote the first edition more than a decade ago when he was Director for Communications for the Church of God. It was first revised in 2003. This newest 2013 edition is available for purchase through Church of God Men’s Discipleship, Women’s Discipleship and Pathway Press. Pathway Press printed the volume in time for the Church of God campmeeting season which begins in full swing this week.
You and Your Church is priced according to quantity: 1 – 9: $10.99; 10 or more: $9.99.
Books may be ordered through Men’s Discipleship online at www.coglifebuilders.com/webstore, or email mensdiscipleship@churchofgod.org. Women’s Discipleship website is www.womenofpowercog.org. The book is also available at www.pathwaybookstore.com.
