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The Jesus Christ Apostolic Ministries International (JCAMI) is of the (Oneness Pentecostalism Religion) or Oneness Pentecostals a Pentecostal Christian denomination. Founded in 1991 by the current Presiding Bishop Michael Neal, D.D., The JCAMI organization is a continuation of the great revival that began on the day of Pentecost at Jerusalem, A.D. 30, and is founded upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the Chief cornerstone, (Acts 2:1-41; Ephesians 2:19, 20). Headquarters in Richmond, Kentucky

Doctrine, the JCAMI is similar to other Oneness Pentecostal churches. Such as the Pentecostal Assembles of the world (PAW), The United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI), Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ (ALJC), They believe in the oneness of God, and reject the doctrine of the Trinity. Their view is that the Trinity is contrary to biblical monotheism. And is a Jesus' Name believers

Similar to the United Pentecostal Church International, they generally hold to holiness standards of dress and behavior. The JCAMI also discourages its members from joining the Armed Forces in regards to combat. In regard to other forms of national service it says, All civil magistrates are ordained of God for peace, safety, and the welfare of all people (Romans 13:1-10; Titus 3:1,2; I Peter 2:13,14); therefore, it is our duty to be in obedience to all requirements of the law that are not contrary to the Word of God and that do not force one to the violation of the sixth commandment by bearing arms. It is our duty to honor without murmuring (Matthew 17:24-27; 22:17-21) and show respect to them in all lawful requirements of the civil government. As a Pentecostal Christian denomination. The JCAMI beliefs are those first spoken by the Apostle Peter in Acts 2:38, in that they believe in Repentance, Baptizing in Jesus' Name, and receiving the Gift of the Holy Ghost (With the manifesting in speaking in other tongues , Glossolalia ), and living a life of Holiness

Structure:

The Jesus Christ Apostolic Ministries International has many churches in the USA and Internationally, the organization is currently supporting 12 countries. The JCAMI is primarily centered in Kentucky, Ohio, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, North Carolina

The Ministry is led by a Presiding Bishop, Two Assistant Presiding Bishop’s (one of which serves in the United States and the other in Korea), A General Secretary/Treasurer. The current Presiding Bishop is Rev, Dr Michael Neal, D.D. Assistant Presiding Bishops' David Bunch & Bishop Gary Wolter.

Board of Bishops consisting of Bishop Members. The board includes Bishops of various regions of the United States and International.

Under oversight of the Board of Bishops are called Diocese, Diocese correspond to state area and is headed by a diocesan bishop, who is appointed by the Board of Bishops. The Diocese are divided up into five area (Or Zones) a diocesan bishop can have assistants, called District bishops, Suffragan bishops, District Elders. Typically District Bishops & District Elders, will have authority over a region or part of a state. Reporting under the District bishop, are district elders, who oversee and assist the elders, pastors & churches, in his district, in establishing Churches and District Conventions.

The Jesus Christ Apostolic Ministries International will soon support an Apostolic Christian Bible College (ACBC)

Further Reading:

The Early Pentecostal Revival by James Tyso[2]

The Life and Ministry of William J. Seymour by Dr. Larry E. Martin[3]

Azusa Street by Frank Bartleman [4]

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