"We're just finishing up right now on a well in a remote village in India that will provide 250 villagers with clean water for the very first time. Pastor John now serves as the lead pastor, along with his wife, Dr. Ilena Wagner Ph.D.at Epic Church International. To filter the sermons and Bible studies by title, date, series, and topic, click here. After singing several inspirational songs, you could hear a few of them doing what Wagner said comes natural for members. The church plans to give each tree away to a family in need. "In West, Texas, Hurricane Sandy, in New York, New Jersey, we represented Lubbock to places like that and said, 'Hey, we're in this with you, we love you and we want to help in any way we can.'". 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Now she has found a home fellowship group out of Margate that suits her better, she said, because it involves a more intimate group of people and does not hold up one man as the leader like most churches do. And when that happens, hell be able to open up the doors to the church again. Pastor John now serves as the lead pastor, along with his wife, Dr. Ilena Wagner Ph.D. at Epic Church International. Public records in Flordia show that Joseph Wagner filed a police report against Ilena before the couple moved to Texas. She was appointed to Ankeny First on July 1, 2014. They have now blessed us. Additionally, he acts as Apostolic Team Leader for Covenant Ministries International (CMI), a global Christian organization with a membership base of more than 1,500 spiritual leaders. In 2012, John was appointed to our congregation and he continues his ministry focus at the Christian Life Center where he serves as the Campus Pastor. John and his wife, Amity, have two children, Gabe and Landry. When not working, her favorite activities include anything outdoors and especially time with her Australian Shepherd Shep; spending time on the farm with her best friend, TJ and his family; and driving to Southeastern Minnesota to spoil her grandchildren. As a communicator, your mentality has got to be that its not different, Wagner said. Barry Carter | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com. She was appointed to Ankeny First on July 1, 2014. Im sorry to God, he said. Rev. After Murphys recommendation, Wagner said his staff got the word out through text, email and social media for members not to come. [7] He was also Executive Pastor at Faith Church in New Milford, Connecticut. Watch this video for further points of interest. After hearing her call to ministry while a member at Valley UMC in West Des Moines, Angie attended Saint Paul School of Theology in Kansas City. His family is originally from Ghana in West Africa where he spent a few years living as a child. One word: Re-fresh. Early on in his life, Pastor Wagner has gained a Bachelor of Arts degree in general education at the Golden State University. John Wagner was born in Rahway, New Jersey and raised in Edison, New Jersey[2]. The list of its authors can be seen in its historicaland/or the page Edithistory:John Wagner (pastor). Jude is a 10-year resident of Ankeny and a graduate of AHS and the University of Iowa. [3], Joseph Wagner currently lives in New Jersey with his second wife, native-Manhattanite pastor Ilena Wagner, who share five children.[4]. It was just a burst, an outreach burst," said Pastor John. Pastor Wagners heart-warming sermons can be read online at tpcconline.com. Thank you, thank you so much," said Pastor Ilena. Veronica Simon of Pembroke Pines agreed: Its not about him. John Joseph Wagner is an American public speaker, church founder, and the lead pastor of EPIC Church International, a nondenominational Christian megachurch in Sayreville, New Jersey, that is the 38th largest church in the United States. Pastor John and Ilena Wagner, Hometown Heroes, Meadow high school senior dies in Monday evening crash, LPD arrests 27 in human trafficking operation. Pastor John Wagner has been working as a full-time vocational minister for more than two decades. He feels everyone should volunteer for their cause. The much-admired ministerial leader regularly speaks at international and local conferences. Job 1:19-22. Angie and her husband, Randy, have two adult daughters and four grandchildren. Pastor John Wagner Follow. Mike and his wife Jen, have two adult children, Josh and Lennon. Mike Janes joined the staff at Ankeny First United Methodist on July 1, 2017. In his free time, he enjoys playing the bass and spending time with family.Contact Jude at This email address is being protected from spambots. In his . He did it as part of his ministry; his charge for his art was the cost of supplies. That's what 'Re-fresh' is," Pastor Ilena said. On Thursday, 381 households were watching. Nobody is perfect, said Blanca Cifuentes of Miramar. In 1989, he graduated from Honolulu University with a Master of Arts in Theology and Religion while continuing his service with the Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center. 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Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Within one year, he received ordination as a minister through Covenant Ministries International. They are in alphabetical order for your convenience. Again, a congregation of Hometown Heroes here at Turning Point," Pastor John said. Follow him on Twitter @BarryCarterSL. John Wagner. Charity's responsibilities include creating our weekly worship supplement, bi-monthly newsletter, and other print and electronic and social communication. Lead Pastor of Turning Point Community Church in Lubbock, Texas, John Wagner, a dedicated man of faith and gifted public speaker with more than 30 years of experience in vocational ministry. Find NJ.com on Facebook. At the churchs first service Sunday, at the Pembroke Pines Charter School central campus, about 1,000 people gathered in the schools cafeteria, spilling outside and standing to hear what the gregarious leader would say about the simmering rumors. His addiction continued as became a college student at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida seeking to build personal wealth through coke as a drug trafficker while studying there. Perseverance of the Saints, Problem Texts for Sovereign Grace (62-part series), Reflections on 10 Years in the Ministry (2-part series). Normally, at least 800 people would have been in the pews. For more Hometown Hero stories,click here. Amity has been leading worship at Ankeny First since she began attending the church in 2002. He was the pastor of Community Rock Church in Cooper City, Florida and then started the Church of Abounding Grace in Pembroke Pines, Florida in March 2003. This page was last edited on 10 June 2021, at 05:28. 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(A Bible Study for Children), Why Christianity is the Only True Religion (3-part series), Why God Allows Trouble in the Church and How to Deal With It (2-part series), Why We Are Not Primitive Baptists (3-part series), Why We Believe In God - A Reasonable Answer, Word of Faith Movement Refutation (3-part series), Website Design by Liberty Website Services. That's what the Wagners and their congregation, strive to do with monthly community services projects. John Wagner asked God and churchgoers for forgiveness Sunday, proclaiming himself a sinner who fell hard after separating from his wife in February. Marcie joined the AFUMC team in September of 2012. Pastor John Wagner has traveled throughout Europe, South Africa, and the USA to deliver his inspirational sermons. It just happens., As to those who have said negative things against him, he replied: Life is messy. Contact Amity atThis email address is being protected from spambots. Wagner wished it didnt have to be this way. Dealing with unfamiliar tasks helps individuals to develop new skills. Pastor John Wagner has been working as a full-time vocational minister for more than two decades. Were wearing gloves and bumping elbows. Pastor John J. Wagner holds a Masters Degree in Theology and Religion. John Wagner was also an Executive Pastor for the Discovery Church in Orlando, Florida. He and his wife Ilenea made approximately $250,000 annually in Lubbock, even though their church attendance was rarely over 700 people. Pastor John Wagner Senior Pastor at Epic Church International 1w There's a baptism before the battle. Angie is an Ordained Elder in the Iowa Annual Conference. "People appreciate it so much and when they ask us, 'Why are you doing this?' Amity is married to Pastor John Wagner, and they have two children, Gabe and Landry. Answer (1 of 7): Obviously someone looking for more followers to promote himself and his falsely named messiah Jesus Christ. She has a degree in music education and music therapy from Wartburg College. "We are a spirit-filled church,'' Wagner said. Pastor John Wagner began his career in the ministry in 1987 as a youth pastor with the congregation of Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center, now located in Sayreville, New Jersey. When Do We Resist Evil and Defend Ourselves? As he preached, he retold three stories from the Bible of a sinful Samaritan woman Jesus used to spread the gospel, a woman caught in the act of adultery who faced being stoned and a reviled Jewish tax collector who felt unworthy to pray to God. LUBBOCK, TX (KCBD) - You may have heard the expression, "If it's too good to be true, it probably is." Well, John Wagner disagrees. Senior Pastors Connect With Us. Rhonda oversees the Christian Care Cluster and the Connect Team helping people to move along the Discipleship Pathway, drawing new people to worship services, assisting them in connecting with small groups and mobilizing them for service as well as connecting people to the caring ministries they may need. Originally from Puerto Rico, Jos moved to the midwest in 2013 where he pursued his Masters of Music in Choral Conducting at Western Illinois University (2015) and is a graduate of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (Ponce, Puerto Rico, 2012). Well, John Wagner disagrees. He began serving in full-time vocational ministry in 1987 as the youth minister at Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center in New Jersey. Sort by Newest; Sort by Oldest; Sort by Recently Updated; Sort by Popularity; Sort by Recently Played; Pastor Wagner's Parting Sermon. Epic Church International Lead Pastor John Wagner shared with us that Our God Restores! He additionally serves as the leader of the Apostolic Team for the ministerial fellowship group Covenant Ministries International, whose more than 1,000 members offer classes, workshops, outreach, and counseling to a global community. Cindys greatest joy comes from an ever growing and transforming relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. Pastor Wagner, the respected leader of the Turning Point Community Church offers help and advice to potential leaders. Wagner, 39, is credited as the charismatic leader who transformed a small church with a handful of members in 1993 into a large congregation of thousands. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God (last sermon to Minneapolis Church), Should Christians Support Donald Trump? A Godly Response to God's Removals. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Pastor John is keen to encourage people to step outside of their comfort zone. She is the proud mom of two daughters and a loving grandparent of four grandchildren. (2-part series), One Pastor and Church Government (6-part series), Peter - From an Immature to a Mature Christian, Practical Lessons from the Doctrine of Sovereign Grace, Preparing Your Kids for the Real World (13-part series), Preservation of the Saints vs. Pastor John Wagner - Campus Pastor - Christian Life Center, RHONDA ALESSIO - DIRECTOR OF DISCIPLESHIP, Jose Clavell - Director of Traditional Worship, CHARITY MCEVOY - DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS, MARCIE MULFORD - MINISTRY SUPPORT SPECIALIST, BRENDA SCHILLING - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR, AMITY WAGNER - DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP. 14, 2015 . Facebook; Thats right, someone shouted as he preached. He was even humorous at times, his message spiritual, peppered with sound counsel addressing the issue of the day. Angie Loomis is our Outreach Pastor. Wagner, 39, is credited as the charismatic leader who transformed a small church with a handful of members in 1993 into a large congregation of thousands. Within one year, he received ordination as a minister through Covenant Ministries International. The majority of Cindys career life has been working in the financial industry. Copyright 2013 KCBD. It was different, but it still felt like church as I sat there, minus the 3,000 worshippers who normally fill the place during two services. Subscribe to NJ.coms newsletters. The devout follower of Jesus has been spreading the word of God for more than twenty years. His well-rounded repertoire allows him to cultivate sermons designed to reach a diverse audience, and he has ministered to flocks of virtually all ages and backgrounds. He did, preaching with conviction, praying fervently. Only a handful, Wagner said, showed up. Here at Epic Church International, demonstrating the love of God is a priority. It has to be that Im going to look at that camera and on the other side of that camera lens is our congregation.. There was no choice, no time for him to be nervous. "We just love blessing people and just making their day and putting a smile on their face. As he took the stage, dozens of people stood up to applaud him, but he quieted them down and launched into a sermon about Gods shocking grace.. Pastor Wagner has written a series of lectures for the Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center. First starting as a youth pastor, he now serves as the lead. In January, 2019, Faith Fellowship Ministries announced on its website and social media pages its transition to EPIC Church International inspired by Wagner and his wife.[17]. Contact Marcie atThis email address is being protected from spambots. Those who are passionate about their cause will eventually become leaders. These N.J. moms opened stores with no packaging at all. Their outreach program has touched the lives of nearly 10,000 people in the community. I am the one who committed the act, he said. Pastor Wagner has traveled throughout Europe, South Contact him anytime at This email address is being protected from spambots. [10] He is also well known for quickly turning over staff by using leadership styles that fall under the pathological or sociopathic ethos. "Enabled us to touch 500 people in less than half an hour. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Take all of the practical precautions, but do not factor God out.. Bob drove the bus to numerous college campuses to inspire the children to perform one million acts of kindness during their lifetimes. 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They shared a word, an emotion in affirmation of what he was saying. Yet, so many ways to impact the lives of others. #Trust . 2. Cindy will tell you that there would be no better way to describe her life than I am truly Blessed Beyond Measure.. With more than 30 years of experience in ministry, Pastor John Wagner, along with his wife, Ilena Wagner, Ph.D. leads Epic Church International in Sayreville, NJ. Irresistible Gospel, Israel: The Synagogue of Satan (4-part series), Jesus Taught by the Socratic Method at 12 Years Old, Jesus Was Not Some Lovey-Dovey, Soft, Syrupy, Sissy Man, John 9 - An Illustration of Conversion and Contending for the Faith, Joseph - A Type of Jesus Christ (5-part series), Lessons From Bad King Ahaz (2Ki 16; 2Ch 28; Isa 7) (7-part series), Mask Mandates and Romans 13 (2-part series), Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Prayer Against Tyranny, Millennialism, End Times, and the Reign of Christ (12-part series), Natural Law - Does it Exist and is it Biblical?

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