CLOTH Statement of Faith
There is one God (Deut. 6:4 Creator of all things (Rev. 4:11) who is infinitely perfect (Matt. 5:48), existing eternally in three persons: Father, Son and the Holy Spirit (Matt 28:19)
We believe that the Bible is the written word of God, and that the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments are verbally inspired by God. (2 Pet.1:20-21; 2 Tim. 3:15-17)
We believe that all mankind is lost eternally without Jesus Christ. (Rom. 10-9-10
We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism, and the hope for revival. (Matt. 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Gal. 6:10; Col. 2:6-10; 1 Pet. 3)
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We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have brotherly concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jer. 1:5; Matt. 22:37-39; Rom. 12:20-21; Gal. 6:10) We believe salvation is only to be found in being "born again" , complete surrender to Jesus Christ and trust in the work He accomplished on the cross for mankind; that whosoever would believe in him will not perish but have eternal life. (John 2:23, 3:21. We Believe God created only a male and a female and He made the covenant of marriage between one male and one female. (Gen. 1:26-27, 2:21-24)
We believe our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is coming again. (John 14:2-3, Rev. 19)
Finally, we believe in the covenant of relationship as the member churches between the Body of Christ and our God the Father, to seek unity as one stronger together than apart, as a "cord of three strands not easily broken" and that we are empowered by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit to witness unto Him. (John 17:21; Ecc 4:12, Acts 1:8)
Children Welcome!
Matthew 19:14 Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these."
Guest Speakers
Guest Speakers
Rev. Bill Banuchi is the Executive Director of the NY Faith and Freedom Coalition, and President and Founding Director, along with his wife Penny, of the Marriage and Family Savers Institute in Newburgh, NY.
After serving 4 years in the US Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict, Bill worked as a Design Engineer before responding to the call of ministry. He completed his pastoral studies at Wesley Theological Seminary and the Berean College of the Assemblies of God. Bill pastored a local church for eight years before establishing their present ministry.
He is the author of the book, " How Shall I Vote? - Choosing Godly Leaders in an Ungodly World." He was also quoted extensively in Sarah Palin's book, "America by Heart." Bill was a candidate for NY's 104th Assembly District in 2016. Wherever Bill speaks his goal is always to restore truth about our heritage in order to help secure "the blessings of liberty."
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Additional Speakers / Music
Pastor Steve Offringa
Faith is a strong belief in something that is not backed by any proof or evidence. It is a personal conviction and can be based on religion, spirituality, or personal experiences.
Pastor Steve Offringa has been the faithful shepherd to the congregation of Howells Church for the past 42 years, and recipient of Orange Strong Good Shepherd of the Year 2021!
Pastor Mark Weller
Mark was born in 1958 in Dayton, OH and grew up lost and rebellious. He started experimenting with drugs and alcohol in 8th grade. At 18 years old, one crazy night when drunk and high, he and another man were arrested for shooting up a town with guns. Given a choice between an extended stay in the “gray bar hotel” or joining the military, Mark enlisted in the Army as a Medic/Neuro-Psychiatric Technician for 3 years, which were served in Germany working in Psychiatry and Drug and Alcohol Detox. By the end of his hitch, he was what he calls “a confirmed drunk and a doper”. In 1982, by the saving grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, he was set free from drugs and alcohol and became an earnest servant of God. He was ordained in gospel ministry in 1989 and has now been preaching and teaching God’s word for 34 years. During that time Mark has pastored for 19 years, had over 10 years of jail ministry, preached in many churches, served for 5 years as Senior Chaplain for the UAW at the Lima Army Tank Plant, and produced the following helpful short books:
The Seeker
Precious Places
Nets Over The Church
The Bible – Is it Scientific?
Gospel Nutshell (John 3:16)
Broken Bodies - Broken Hearts
Things That Accompany Salvation
Wee Texas Willie [A Children’s Book}
Abundant Life (Letting the Cup Run Over)
Lobster Boy (Considered in Light of Romans 14)
Pastor Mark also has a full-sized book now in editing and hopes to have it released before the end of 2023; the book is titled:
Mystery Of The Future Past
(The Rebuilding of the Jewish Temple and Coming Kingdom of Antichrist)
Mark now lives in Orange County NY, is married, has 5 children and 11 grandchildren, with one on the way. When asked about his life as a follower of Christ he simply says, “God has been far better to me than I deserve
One Came Down
George and Pamela Meyer
Mission Statement
It is our greatest desire that God would be glorified through the music He has given us. Also, our heartfelt prayer that the eyes of the lost would be opened to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and that the saints would be edified and strengthened. Always holding close to our hearts the Great Commission to "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost" Matthew 28:19
We are so humbled and grateful to be used by God for His purpose.
...and with my song I will praise Him Psalm 28:7
Anthony Ciro DiLullo
My name is Anthony Ciro DiLullo. I am a son of God and I am a master of the devil. I am currently in bible college to exercise the renewing of my mind. There is much I want to write but I want to write power to you and how we are to exercise it. Here are a few verses from Scripture to confirm our position:
The world waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God (Romans 8:19)
Be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2)
Christ is in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27)
Christ is literally in you.
We have it all.
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Songs of Revival
Rev. Timothy Mercaldo
IRev. Timothy J Mercaldo has been an ordained Christian minister for the past 34 years. Twenty nine of those years have been spent specifically in worship ministry. Tim has has the privilege of ministering in the American evangelical context of every facet indigenous to the local church.
Joyce Swingle
Joyce Swingle has performed and spoken all over the world. She's performed in four feature films : ,Indescribable, The Unexpected Bar Mitzvah, Courageous Love, and Mayflower II. Joyce has developed her own one - woman one - act play, The Shepherds Daughter. which she has performed in the New York City area as well as thr Shepherds Cave in Bethlehem,
Rick Swingle
Rick Swingle is an award winning actor who has developed a dozen one-man plays and has presented them and workshops on six continents, in 39 nations and in hundreds of venues.
Pastor Anthony Mugnano
Pastors Anthony and Veronica Mugnano
America is on life support. Many have opinions as to how this has happened, but, the reality is we as a nation have abandoned our spiritual relationship with God, and our churches are asleep.
There are, however, sparks of shining light and resistance to the evil enveloping us. You will find such light at Encounter Church in Rock Tavern NY where Pastor Anthony and his wife Veronica host services every Sunday. His sermons are filled with wisdom uncommon to a man so young, but tells his parishoners what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. A man of God and perfect for our time!
MC Keith Britto
Keith Britto, up until age 17, was raised in a cult. He left that for a life of drugs and alcohol. Living in LA and at the age of 31, he was introduced to Jesus Christ as the only cure for his addiction.
He believed and asked Jesus to forgive him, and to come into his heart.
Keith has a beautiful wife, Yvonne, his anchor, and three beautiful children.
Keith runs a successful chemical business, which he credits the Lord 100% for his success and growth. He has been and is currently involved in leading and teaching various men's ministries back in the Bay Area.
Currently, he has served the past 8 years at SF City Impact as a teaching Pastor at San Francisco City Impact, a Rescue Mission ministry in the Tenderloin in SF, which started with Pastor Roger Huang giving out sandwiches to the poor 20 years ago, the ministry now has been blessed to start a private school for 200 plus homeless children, a transitional ministry for those coming off addictions, clothing store, church, Rescue Mission, and a job placement center.
The ministry there at SF Impact has been a true difference in Keith's life as he tells people that if Jesus were here in thhe flesh right now, the inner city of drug addicts and prostitutes is where you would find Jesus, as they truly are in need of the great Physician.
All glory and honor to the Lord Most High!
Keith currently attends The Rock Church in Danville California.
Zamar Music
Rounding out our selection of talented and gifted musicians is Zamar, who bring youth and exuberance to the worship of the Lord with an infectious sense of Unity to everything they do!