It is popularly known in the Philippines as Ang Dating Daan (English: The Old Path; abbreviated as ADD), the title of its flagship radio and television program and currently the longest-running religious program in the Philippines with Brother Eliseo Soriano as its "Overall Servant" (Former title: "Presiding Minister").Members Church of God International believes that the Almighty God, the Father sent his begotten Son, Jesus Christ, instrumental in the establishment of the "Church of God", first planted in Jerusalem and preached by the apostles.Bishop Alvin Blake, head of COGIC, stated: “COGIC has a great cultural and spiritual heritage in Britain.

In 1939, he became owner and operator of his own moving company. As history would have it, Elder Charles Harrison Mason founded and organized the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) in 1897. Church to join the Church of God in Christ where the Lord saved and filled them both with the Holy Ghost. With the ever-increasing membership, a few years later Bishop Bostick moved his membership to Twenty-Second and Adam and then to 2804 Laclede Ave. Over the 98-year history of Bostick Temple, three pastors have navigated the course of this progressive institution.SS: What in your view has been COGIC UK’s greatest achievement during the past 60 years?BB: When our founders started out they were inspirational in encouraging other young leaders to step out into ministry, like the late Bishop Powell, Bishop Francis Snr, Pastor Io Smith and many more.By this time, the number of worship services increased to serve a growing congregation. At the age of 90 years old, he submitted his resignation.During this time, the church continued to expand its vibrant outreach ministry to the community. He was hailed as “Pastor Emeritus” until his death.BB: The church has seen growth over the years as it continues to build upon everyone uniting and coming together to pray, and that people are to live a holy and consecrated life.This has been the basis which the church was built upon.BRITAIN’S OLDEST black Pentecostal denomination, the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) is gearing up for its 60th anniversary celebrations, taking place from August 24 to 27 at their headquarters in Luton, Bedfordshire.Celebrations will feature live worship services, a concert, and contributions from special guests.THIS WEEKEND, one of the country’s oldest Pentecostal denominations, the Calvary Church of God in Christ celebrates its 60th anniversary.Soul Stirrings speaks to its current leader Bishop Alvin Blake.On April 25, 1980, in compliance with government regulations, Eliseo Soriano registered the group with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as Ang Mga Kaanib sa Iglesia ng Dios Kay Kristo Hesus, Haligi at Saligan ng Katotohan, sa Bansang Pilipinas (English: Members of the Church of God in Christ Jesus, Pillar and Ground of Truth in the Philippines).In 2004, its registered name was changed to "Members Church of God International" (Tagalog: Mga Kaanib sa Iglesia ng Dios na Pandaigdig) in line with the church's overseas expansion.With a rich history dating back to1908, the church owes its inception to Bishop Daniel Bostick. 22, 1874 in Jackson State, Illinois to Ferdinand and Mary Bostick.Daniel Bostick was a “peculiar child” and “different” from other children.