This booklet contains the full programme for the Church of God of Prophecy St. Elizabeth’s 53rd Biannual Parish Convention, held November 13-14, 2026 under the theme “Arise and Testify.” It includes greetings from National Bishop Dr. Franklyn Beckford, the convention schedule with moderators, speakers, district highlights, ministry presentations, and choir performances. The document also…
This is the official programme booklet for the Church of God of Prophecy St. Elizabeth’s 53rd Biannual Parish Convention, held November 13-14, 2026. It is intended for ministers, members, and attendees of the convention in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica.
The document opens with church administration details including the International Office in Cleveland, Tennessee, the National Office in Kingston, Jamaica, and the presiding and national bishops. A statement on the Church of God of Prophecy describes it as a worldwide Christian movement active in 133 countries.
The theme is “Arise and Testify.” Bishop Dr. Franklyn Beckford’s greeting calls the church to arise from the ravages of Hurricane Melissa and to share testimonies of salvation. The convention programme covers Friday and Saturday sessions with moderators, praise and worship, district highlights for Districts 1, 2, and 3, ministry highlights for Family Life, Children’s, Senior Citizens, Men’s, Women’s, YAYA, Music, and Evangelism ministries.
Speakers include Minister Knox Murray on Friday evening and Bishop Hudson Taylor on Saturday evening. Other presentations include “Growing the Local Church through Evangelism and Intentional Discipleship” by Bishop Valentine Rodney. The booklet also contains profiles of Bishop Dr. Franklyn Beckford, Bishop Valentine Rodney, Minister Knox Murray, Bishop Hudson Taylor, and Bishop Dr. Audley Facey.
Additional sections list pastors, parish directors and team members, the convention committee, hymns, the church’s mission components, and a thank you page. The document reflects the parish’s focus on recovery and spiritual renewal following Hurricane Melissa.