| F.G.C.I. Full Gospel Churches International History |
| The History of F.G.C.I. In the early 1970’s, the Lord gave L.E. Cassidy the idea of forming an association for independent ministers. He then contacted Rev. C.L. Morrison concerning what the Lord had laid on his heart. He wanted him to pray about helping him in getting this started, since Rev. Morrison had so many contacts. They met several times and then contacted Revs. Rudolph Davis and Charles Bartle. These four men are considered the “Founding Fathers” of F.G.C.I. Revs. Cassidy, Morrison, Davis, and Bartle were all independent ministers who wanted to unite with other ministers of like precious faith. The goal was to be able to have fellowship free of politics and monetary motives. It was to be based on love for God and fellow ministers with each church being sovereign. Churches were not to be controlled by an organization, but by the pastor and congregation. The vision and purpose of F.G.C.I. was to organize youth camps, Conventions, fellowship meetings, youth rallies, establish foreign and home missions, to license and ordain ministers to the work of the Gospel as evangelists, pastors, and missionaries, and to encourage the establishing of new churches and ministries. The purpose was not to own churches , but to work with ministers in acquiring proper legal papers for non- profit purposes.( for churches who are members of F.G.C.I.) The General Secretary’s responsibility is to stay up with legal issues with the IRS and to help churches get their EIN numbers. This number is necessary for churches to obtain their non-profit status. All of our "Founding Fathers" have now graduated to Glory .It is with profound gratitude that we endeavor to carry on the legacy of these great men of God. TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!! |
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