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J Sherman Has Always Had A “Repenting Heart” By Teresa Simmon* Post Managing Editor At the age of three J. Howard Sherman was fllp pinglfeough the pages of the Bible and contemplat ing the colored photos. At 14 years of age he had begun to preach. Now that Bishop Sherman is an of ficer of the Church of God in Christ-the largest black Pentecostal Church in the world with a membership of about 3.6 million mem bers—some may wonder why did God choose this man to be a leader? “I wouldn’t say I was any different from any other child,” Bishop Sher man reminisced, “but I remember I always had a repenting heart." In Bishop Sherman’s mind loving and helping people regardless of their race, creed or color are two of the foremost principles of any ministry. “It’s also important to know how to pray for others’ con ditkra; physicaL financial and spiritual.’’ He has found that study Mid total dedication has ted him In the right path to oversee 22 churches and missions in North Caro lina. He has also founded churches in several North and South Carolina cities, including Charlotte. In 1973 he founded the Pentecostal Temple Church of God in Christ located at 1401 Parkwood Ave. with eight members. Today there are over 300. The mortgage on the building has been chipped from $150,000 to $15,000 in only 12 years. Bishop Sherman is also founder and principal do nor of the J. H. Sherman Scholarship Fund “This is «*o< the joys of my nistry,’’ Bishop Sher I I»1 •« UUIJPIJ IfU IWf '■ - Bishop J. Howard Sherman . ...’TTritcoffiMTove!" man shared. “Thescho larship allows people in poverty to get a new start on life.” To date 40 young individuals have benefited from the scholarship fund. "And today these same people are helping others.” If Bishop Sherman is so sure about the path of his life in God how are others to be sure what God’s will is for their lives? The Bishop feels that for people who truly want to know what God’s will is in their lives the answer is prayer. “You must have area in your life for prayer,” Bishop Sherman began. “This allows you to seek Divine guidance and allows you to ask for Divine guidance. God will give you the answer.” One of the most impor tant scriptures concerning God’s will, the Bishop offered, is St. Matthews 6:33. “But you, seek first His kingdom, and His righteousness and all these things will be added to you.” “Only Christ can give you that inner quietness and great peace.” Bishop Sherman confirmed. Bishop Sherman’s ex periences as a Christian have also helped him pre pare for the duties of Congratulations to Black Achievers! Serving Charlotte Since 1930 i „- ' . COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL i* H ^ !> ,Vfe 1 A COMPLETE SERVICE IN PLUMBING HEATING - AIR CONDITIONING REPAIR&-REMODELING General Office Service Dept. 334-8604 , 334-9715 chairman of the Board of Bishops of the Internation al Church of God in Christ (comprising over 116 Bi shops both foreign and domestic). He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Charles Harrison Ma son Scholarship Founda tion, a member of the Saints Center Board of Directors, member of the National Hymnal Com mittee - Church of God in Christ, and Board of Direc tors of the Church of God in Christ Hospital Fund. A recipient of several awards, honors, citations and commendations, he received such honors as Outstanding Citizen of Wadesboro, Special Com mendation from Religious Workers’ Guild and the J. Howard Sherman Day proclaimed by the Mayor ^ of Charlotte, City Council and Board of County Com WARNING The customers you miss because your ad doesn't appear In our Classified may be Injurious to your business. eUSTOHMADEFURS • REMODELING & STORAGE 230 Charlotte Plaza • Charlotte, N.C. . on«« ^ Phone 704/334-9911 • 00-S JO Mon -Frl • 10 00 3 00 Sat • Evantnga By Aopomtmant Congratulates the Post’s 1984 AcMovers The Charlotte Chapter Of Links, Inc., is proud to sponsor an informal modeling at McDonald's Cafeteria on Saturday, Sept. 22, during a bridge benefit for the Afro-American ’ . ■ l' Cultural Center. Contact Lois Byers, President. missioners. He is also founder of the successful feeding of the 500 Valentine's Day Act of Love which fed and pro vided clothing for 575 people in the Charlotte area without assistance from public programs This feeding of the 500 was sponsored by the Pente costal Temple Church of God in Christ and radio listeners. Bishop Sherman holds the Doctor of Divinity Degree from Trinity Hall College and Seminary and the Doctor of Laws (ho norary) from the New Haven Theological Semin ary in consort with the Southeastern University and the Eastern-American University. Bishop Sher man is married to Daisy cuh Is Here.tMt. D'Essence Beauty Salon Is , The F/rsf In The State To Do ' Elasta Curl.... Introduced From Virginia... ( We A/so Sell All Elasta Products $29°° See HAZEL SIMONS Of ; D'ESSENCE No. 2 »•«*«■ Solon 2628 Statesville Ave. 3f7*0866<
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