Pentecostal Assemblies Of The World - Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Church Choir LP

Description: Pentecostal Assemblies Of The World- Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Cathedral Choir. Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Church History Promotion of Elder Farris to Pastor After much fasting and prayer, a dedicated membership asked Eld. Joseph D. Farris, Assistant Pastor of Christ Temple Church in Indianapolis, a dynamic Bible scholar and teacher, to teach Bible Class, and he graciously accepted. Eld. Joseph Daniel Farris was born to saved parents. He was an only child. These circumstances instilled in his character the ability to stand alone, if necessary, on the Word and principles of God. Saved at the age of thirteen, he was aware of the toil and challenges of living a consecrated life at a young age. He received his spiritual tutoring by some of the Pentecostal greats, such as the late Elder R. F. Tobin and the late Bishop Willie Lee. These men were staunch warriors for the cause of Christ, who believed God’s word was true and laid the plummet to the line. This gave Eld. Farris his exposure to doctrine and his appreciation thereof. His ability was sharpened as he worked untiringly in the church; dedicating himself to the call of Christian duty. During his membership at Christ Temple he served as Young People’s Chairman and Sunday school teacher; became editor of the Voice in the Wilderness magazine and finally was elevated to Assistant Pastor. After many spiritual Bible Classes, the congregation felt that Eld. Farris was the man of God for Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Faith Church, and under the guidance of a dedicated Deacon Board, on September 7, 1975, Eld. Joseph D. Farris, Sr. was installed as pastor. Eld. Farris took over the charge of the late Dist. Eld. Grover C. Mills. A man of vision also, he came in with an energetic program of Evangelism and Bible teaching. Souls were added steadily to the church. Again, a need arose for expansions in facilities, parking and equipment. All of this signified growth and God had a man ready for the challenge; a man who had been steeped in doctrine; a man touched by the realities of life and yet, a man who also knew the power of God. After approximately two years under the leadership of Eld. Farris many souls were saved. The parking area was soon outgrown, but through the blessings of the Lord, property for added parking was obtained and a new mini bus was purchased to aid in the outreach. God gave Eld. Farris the vision to spread the Gospel by way of radio, and to establish the Grover C. Mills Memorial Library. The Lord continually showered his blessings on Zion, and once again the membership began to grow. Seemingly bursting at the seams, again it was decision time. We began looking for a new edifice to accommodate the membership and provide ample parking. We purchased seven and one-half acres at Keystone Way and plans were drawn up for a new building. There is One God, who has revealed Himself in many ways at many times, Hebrews 1:1. Who has revealed himself in primary manifestations as the Father in Creation, The Son in Redemption, and the Holy Ghost in the Church and that His Name is Jesus. Move to Current Location Eld. Farris had been informed soon after that Christian Tabernacle located at 40th and Sherman Drive was for sale. Through careful prayer and fasting, our own Evangelist, the late Mother Mildred Boyd, was led by the Lord to walk around the building and anoint the grounds. Eld. Farris felt the leading of God to negotiate the purchase of the church. The edifice was acquired in February 1981 and Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Faith Church was relocated to 4007 N. Sherman Drive. With the capacity to seat approximately 1,000 people, increased facilities for Sunday school classes and offices, parking to accommodate 150 cars and two additional overflow parking areas, God had truly blessed us richly. In October 1981 the Zion Family and well-wishers, led by a motorcade, journeyed to our new church home. This was a monumental day; one of praise and thanksgiving to the mighty God who is able to do all things. The Lord in His infinite wisdom preparing us for this day, let us suffer for a while as we began to occupy our new building. We were not always able to meet our financial obligations on time, but as we laid hands on the church bills and prayed, the Lord was true to His promise. He did not leave us, nor forsake us. He always had a ram in the bush. As the years went by with our dedicated Pastor leading the way, many accomplishments were made such as an effective Outreach Ministry chaired by our very capable Assistant Pastor, Eld. Thomas Griffith, which included radio, television and prison ministries. Buses were purchased. We also upgraded and beautified our church. It was suggested that while things were progressing and many souls were being added that we entertain the thought of paying off our existing mortgages. We began to set goals, make pledges, etc. and with help from God, our first Mortgage Burning Service was held on September 11, 1988; officiated by the late Bishop Charles Watkins. By April 19, 1990, a day that will always stand out in our memory, after eight and one-half years, our last mortgage was paid in full. Elevation of Elder Farris to Suffragan Bishop In 1985, Eld. Joseph D. Farris, Sr. was elevated to District Elder by the late Bishop Charles Watkins, former Diocesan of the state of Indiana. Some years following, the title of Suffragan Bishop was bestowed upon him by the late Bishop James E. Tyson, our most recent former Diocesan of the State of Indiana and former Assistant Presiding Bishop of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World. The Lord continued to increase our territory and in April 2006, we celebrated the ground breaking of a vision that Suffragan Bishop Joseph D. Farris, Sr. was given. This new expanded ministry of love for the community had been in the planning process for some time and now after years of dedication and hard work we could see the beginning phases of the construction of the Bishop Joseph D. Farris Senior Living Center. In May 2007 we witnessed the ribbon cutting ceremonies, and on June 1, 2007 the first tenants were able to move into lovely affordable senior housing (49 units in all) located at 4025 North Sherman Drive, adjacent to our church; a lighted path connecting both sites. As time went by, Suff. Bishop Farris was attacked with health issues. With much prayer Pastor Farris made the decision to step down as shepherd of Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Faith Church. 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