Evangelistic Outreach Ministries International
Third Annual Convention
DeQuincy Louisiana
2013
Theme: Kingdom Minded
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you…..Matthew 6:33
Presiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
EOM International History
Evangelistic Outreach Ministries, International (EOM Intl) was founded and organized in Radcliffe, Kentucky, June 1991 as Evangelistic Outreach Center, Inc by Founder Elder Lawrence C and First Lady A Dunbar along with Elder Dietrich and Evangelist Hazel Butcher, and Evangelist Elizabeth McCalester. The organization was relocated to Colorado Springs, Colorado on May 6, 2003 establishing a new Board of Directors, Elder Lawrence and Sister Debra Dunbar along with Minister William and Sister Christina Phillips. In January 2011, the Lord told Bishop Dunbar to fully establish the vision that He gave him in 1991. After consulting with the current and new board members in 2011, they decided to relocate to Penrose Colorado and change the organization name from Evangelistic Outreach Center to Evangelistic Outreach Ministries, Inc. Later that year the Lord told our Presiding Bishop that this was an international ministry; therefore the board voted to modify the organization name to Evangelistic Outreach Ministries International (EOM International/EOM Intl) to enhance the organization's abilities to achieve its vision well into the future as an international organization. The current elected board members are Presiding Bishop LC Dunbar, 1st Administrative Assistant Junior Bishop Quentin Smith, 2nd Administrative Assistant Overseer William “Doug” Phillips, 3rd Administrative Assistant Overseer Greg Cape, 4th Administrative Assistant Overseer William Gipson, 5th Administrative Assistant Elder LaChon Smith, EOM 1st Lady Debra Dunbar, Elder Dietrich Butcher, Evangelist Hazel Butcher, Elder Christina Phillips, Elder Melissa Cape, Sister Sharon Dunbar-Midgett, Sister Ines Gipson. The EOM board of directors has over one hundred and fifty (150) years of serving God’s people internationally; through their faithfulness in God, Jesus, and the Holy Ghost, they are walking in the divine favor of God. These holy leaders are establishing history by bring ministries together for the common purpose of training, preaching, and soul winning. EOM Intl is currently established and operating in six (6) regions/states, Maryland, Regional Bishop Quentin Smith; Colorado, Overseer Greg Cape; Louisiana, Overseer William Phillips; Florida, Overseer William Gipson; Texas, Overseer Dietrich Butcher; and South Carolina Overseer, Apostle Joey Singletary. In the near future EOM has plans to establish or assist ministries in Columbia South America and Hattie. In 2012 the Lord blessed our Presiding Bishop to relocate in Jacksonville Florida and the board decided to establish the EOM Headquarters along with him. Florida will now serve as one of the new international hubs. Since EOM International inception, we have implemented many enrichment activities and programs to strengthen families and communities. This organization have provided for many people and families in need with food, clothing, and shelter, and spiritual guidance. We have witnessed many people change their circumstances using God’s Word. Our motto is “Compelled To Helping Others” Luke 14:23.
Statement of Faith
WE BELIEVE in the Holy Trinity; God is our Father; Jesus is the Son of God; and the Holy Ghost which is the Spirit of God.
GOD, we believe that there is but one true living God. He is infinitely perfect in all attributes. He is the creator and sustainer of all things.He eternally exists in three Spiritual persons; God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:1, Psalm 90:2, 1 Corinthians 8:6, Matthew 28:19).
JESUS CHRIST, We believe that Jesus is the true Son of God, born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, died in our place as a sacrifice for all the sins of humanity, was buried, and arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death.He ascended into Heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He is our advocate in Heaven. He will return to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (John 1:1, Philippians. 2:5-11, Matthew 1:23-25, 1 Peter 2:22, Romans 14:19, 1 Timothy 2:6, 1 Corinthians 15:20, Hebrews 4:14-16; John 14:3; Acts 4:12).
HOLY GHOST, We believe that the Holy Ghost is the divine helper, counselor and instructor for our daily lives. By accepting Jesus Christ as your savior, the gift of the Holy Spirit is given to Christian believers as our Comforter for living in spiritual truth. (John 16:7-14, 3:5-8, 1 Corinthians 2:9-12, 12:3-13,28-31, Ephesians. 1:13,14, Acts 1:8).
SALVATION, We believe that salvation is God’s gift to those who repent from their sinful ways and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and personal Savior. By receiving Jesus into our hearts, we receive the eternal gift of salvation and will spend eternity in heaven with Him. (Ephesians. 2:8, 9, Acts 16:31, Romans 10:9, Acts 3:19, John 3:16, John 1:12, 10:28, Philippians 1:6).
THE CHRISTIAN LIFE, We believe that as Christians, we are to live a life of obedience shown to us by the Holy Word of God. That by the example that was set before us in the sinless life of Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior, Our goal as a Christian, is to strive each and every day of our life to be more like the example Jesus showed us. (John 14:21, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 22:37-40; 1 John 2:15-17).
The Vision
This vision includes doing enrichment programs that strengthen families and communities. We must putemphasis on our children ministries from birth to adulthood. The Lord told us to train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it,Proverbs 22:6. Our children are today's leaders and spiritual warriors and we need to equip them with God's word. I encourage all ministries to become creative and develop programs that include our children and youth. Put them in the forefront of your organizationand God will give your ministry longevity. Therefore, we must focus on educating families with God's Holy Word and the Holy Ghost will empower them to train their children. Seek out associate ministries providing them encouragement and resources to assist them in building their ministries. To accomplish this vision, we must unite and work together and be led by the Holy Spirit.
Our Founder and Chief Apostle
Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar was born in Bradenton, Florida and his home was in a rural country town called Rubonia. He lived with his grandfather along with mother, three brothers, and two sisters. His spiritual beginnings started with Baptist and Methodist.However, most of his biblical foundation originated from the Church of God in Christ.In his community he was labeled “the boy who would not amount to anything". He was ayoung boy filled with anger and hate; destined for reform school and jail. The Lord deliveredhim at the age of thirteen when he accepted Him as Lord and Savior. The Lord alone was the only one who could empower Bishop LC Dunbar to change his life and destiny. The Lordinspired him to start teaching Sunday school at the age of sixteen and he has been teachingever since.His school years were very challenging and he was treated as an outcast. Many of the teachers had given up on him and did not provide him an adequate education. He learned how to readand write at home and in Sunday school. His secular educational journey did not really startuntil he was in the eleventh grade. God gave him favor with one of his high school teachers,Mr. Albert Bilger, who tutored him and was instrumental in helping him to graduate from high school, he also assisted him in obtaining a scholarship with one of the local colleges but the Lord told Lawrence to join the United States Army for more structure and disciple. The Lord called Lawrence into ministry in 1978 during basic training. In 1981, the Lordcalled him to pastor his first church, Abundant Life COGIC in Kitzingen, Germany. Duringthis time he met and married his lovely wife, Debra Ann Widemon and they have been married for 29 years. Bishop Dunbar also pastored in Kentucky and twice in Korea. Throughout his spiritual journey the Lord has blessed him to serve in many positions state side and overseas including Pastor, Assistant Pastor, and Sunday school Superintendent/Teacher, Children/Youth leader.In the military he served in various leadership positions from Corporal to Command SergeantMajor and retired from the Army in 2001. After retiring he continued his education.He graduated first in his class at Colorado State University Pueblo, Winner of the 2006Threlkeld Prize for Excellence an award for outstanding community service. Two years laterin 2008 he obtained his Masters degree in Social Work with emphasis on marriage/family relationships and posttraumatic stress disorder. In March 2011, he accepted his calling asBishop Presiding over the ministries of the Evangelistic Outreach Ministries International.Remember, he was labeled as "a boy who would not amount to anything" but look where Godhas brought him. "We are"Compelled To Helping Others" Luke 14:23.
Evangelistic Outreach Ministries International
3rd Annual Conference Calendar of Events
June 27, 2013: Arrival
Host Regional Greeting 5:30-8:00 pm: Ryan’s
4051 Ryan St, Lake Charles · (337) 477-2107
June 28, 2013
General Board Meeting 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch 12-1:00 pm
Official Day Service 3-5:00 pm
* Order of Service on page 6
Bible Baptist Church
311 Second St
Dequincy, LA 70633
Official Dinner 6:00 pm
Prayer
Poem
Introduction of Speaker
Speaker
Youth Midnight Neon Bowling 10:00 pm – 1:00 am
Petro Bowl
630 Petro Point Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: 337-477-7554
June 29, 2013
Conference Classes 10:00 am-5:00 pm
10:00 – 12:00Class: Wellness Classes
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 Class: Dynamics of New Members
2:00 – 3:00Class: Finance
3:00 – 4:00Class: Youth Training
4:00 – 5:00Open Discussion
Bible Baptist Church
311 Second St
Dequincy, LA 70633
Crawfish Boil 6:00 pm-until
June 30, 2013
Sunday Service 10:00 am
* Order of Service on Page 8
Knights of Columbus Hall
260 Kenneth St
DeQuincy, LA 70633
Official Day Service
June 28, 2013
Master of CeremonyApostle Joey Singletary
Procession Official PartyPresiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
1st Administrative Assistant: Jr Bishop Quentin L. Smith
2nd Administrative Assistant: Overseer William D. Phillips
3rd Administrative Assistant: Overseer Greg Cape
4thAdministrative Assistant: Overseer William Gipson
5th Administrative Assistant: Elder LaChon Smith
EOM 1st Lady: Debra A Dunbar
PrayerOverseer Greg Cape
Scripture Reading (old/new)Elder Melissa Cape/Elder LaChon Smith
Praise TeamEOM International Choir
WelcomeEOM 1st Lady Debra Dunbar
Youth in Action EOM Youth Department
EOM History Sarah Schultz
Introduction Presiding Bishop: Jr Bishop Quentin Smith
Consecrated Ceremonies
OfficialsPresiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
Jr. Bishop Quentin L Smith
Regional Overseer Installation
OfficiatingPresiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
ProcessionEscorts and Candidates
Candidate Bio/Credentials Elder LaChon Smith
Candidate Speech Elder Dietrich Butcher and Apostle Joey Singletary
Special Music Refiners Fire Praise Team
Introduction Speaker Overseer William D Phillips
Sermonic Selection Overseer Greg Cape and Elder Melissa Cape
Convention Speaker Jr Bishop Quentin L Smith
Alter Call Jr Bishop Quentin L Smith
Offering Overseer William Gipson and Overseer William D Phillips
Communion Presiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
Jr Bishop Quentin L Smith
Overseer William Phillips
Elder LaChon Smith
Elder Christina Phillips
EOM 1st Lady Debra Dunbar
Official Dinner
June 28, 2013
Slacks and shirt with a collar (polo or button down)
No blue jeans or sneakers
Mister of CeremonyPastor Greg Cape
PrayerPastor Phillips
PoemElder Christina Phillips
Introduction of SpeakerPresiding Bishop L C Dunbar
SpeakerElder Dietrich Butcher
Closing RemarksPresiding Bishop L.C Dunbar
Sunday Service
June 30, 2013
Mistress of CeremonyElect Lady Trinnie Singletary
PrayerElijah Williams
Scripture Reading (old/new)Jasmine Phillips/Sarah Schultz
Special SelectionColorado Region
Praise Team Mt. Pisgah Praise Team
Introduction of Speaker Pastor William D. Phillips
Sermonic Selection Jasmine Phillips
Convention Speaker Presiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
Alter Call Presiding Bishop Lawrence C Dunbar
Offering Elder William Gipson and Pastor William Phillips
Remarks & Dismissal Jr Bishop Quentin L Smith
Final Word Appreciation
On behalf of our Presiding Bishop and the General Board Members, we appreciate you for attending our 2013 Annual Convention. Your presence along with the Holy Spirit and Holy Angels has made this a great event that will be remembered for many years. Thank you for traveling from far and near to celebrate our Lord and Savior Jesus along with your generous support. No fancy words can express our gratitude for you visiting us at such a momentous occasion. Please pray for our leaders, members, and EOM International’s future endeavors. We bid you farewell until God blesses us to meet again in the name of Jesus.