Wednesday Morning Business

Dr. Lattis Campbell briefed the Network on exciting developments in the Alaska School of Ministry, including the Simulcast Venues and a possible partnership with Global University to facilitate graduate level courses in Alaska. 

Although Dr. Campbell is stepping down as the Director of AKSOM, he will continue to be on the executive leadership team and teach courses.  Dr. Wade Cogan is the new director of AKSOM, and we are excited about the continued ministry of AKSOM.

Pastor Bill and Pastor Gary recognized the top three giving churches in the categories of Network Partners (2% Giving), Total Network Ministres/AK Missions Giving, World Missions Giving, and Total World Ministries Giving.  Thanks to all the churches for your sacrifical giving to the Kingdom.

We heard from the AGWM Missionaries who were present at the Network Conference.  Dr. Chris Carter is on his way to Japan, which is very timely, given the recent disastrous events in Japan.  We are praying that his support will be raised so he can get there quickly.  Jim Stem has spent many years in Mongolia.  He is currently at Global University, but is also making frequent trips to Mongolia.  Jason Wilson is going to be a Missionary Associate to Rwanda.  We are proud of our Missionaries and excited to hear the reports of what the Lord will do.

Randy McNeil, a representative from Christians United for Israel, gave an informative briefing on current views on Israel, and why we should support Israel.

Wednesday Morning Devotions

Al Vanilau and the worship team from Anchorage Samoan led us in worship.

Pastor Vanilau gave a strong word on Experiencing the Impossible, expounding on the narrative of David and Goliath.

Tuesday Business

We were able to get the majority of the business completed on Tuesday.

Congratulations to Pastor Jim Duncan, who was returned to office as the Secretary of the Alaska Ministry Network!  Also, Presbyter Mike Rose, Presbyter Steve Brown, and Presbyter Austin Jones were returned as Regional Presbyters.  We also passed several resolutions.

Thanks to the Parlamentarians for keeping us in line.

Tuesday Night Celebration Service

Pastor Ben and Heather Rose from Juneau led us in worship.  We also were blessed with two songs from students who received a superior with invitation at Fine Arts Festival.  They did an incredible job.

Presbyter Mike Rose of Juneau received the offering.

Pastor Glen Berteau challenged and encouraged us that God can redeem our shattered dreams, and that we should not give up.

Tuesday Morning Service

Pastor Billy Welch led worship, assisted by Dori Welch.

Pastor Bill gave the devotions, encouraging us to Experience the Impossible in our ministries.

Missions Banquet

We kicked off the Alaska Ministry Network Conference in 2011 with the Alaska Missions Celebration Banquet at the Egan Center on Monday night.  It was an exciting event that focused on Alaska Missions and raising money for a new church facility in Kotlik.

The jazz band from Muldoon Community Assembly blessed us with great music during the event.

Pastor Austin Jones of Emmonak stirred our hearts with faith and encouraged us that there is indeed fruit in the land!



Pastor Max Wiltshire, of Australian Aboriginal Outreach Ministries, was the keynote speaker and delivered a fantastic message.  He spoke of the important need to reach the Alaska Natives with the Gospel of Christ, and that it is our responsibility. 

Pastor Kent Redfearn of Muldoon Community Assembly led the charge in gathering pledges and receiving the offering for the new building in Kotlik.  He challenged us to be "All In" with our giving and pledges.  He presented greetings and encouragement from Superintendent George Wood, Governor Sean Parnell, and former Alaska District Superintendents Roland Peretti and Jack Bransford.  Several churches presented pledges of financial support for this project, a couple of which are pictured below. Thanks Pastor Kent for all your help and for helping make this a success.  We were amazed at the over $50,000 cash offering and $134,000 that was pledged.  What an amazing display of faith and obedience on the part of the Pastors and churches of the Alaska Ministry Network.  Thanks for being All In!!!

Pastor Jimmy and Maggie Okitkun are the Pastors of Kotlik Assembly of God and are doing a very good job there.  They spoke and also led us in a song. 

Pt. Hope Choir