Upcoming Events

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Connect Groups:

College and Career Sessions: June 25th (Monday),

7:30 PM (Administration Building)

 Senior's 60+: July 6th (Friday), 11AM (JNPC)

MO District Junior Youth Camp, Ages 8-12

July 9 - 13, Pinecrest Campground, Cherokee Pass, MO

$125.00 cost per camper

VBS Volunteers Appreciation

June 26th (Tuesday) 7PM Dinner & Review

 

Sunday School Teachers:

Sunday, July 1st, Luncheon and Meeting following AM service

50th Wedding Anniversary:

Leonard and Shirley Vandruff, 2PM

Service Schedule Change:

We will have mid week bible study on Tuesday, July 3rd instead of Wednesday, July 4th.

No service on Wednesday, July 4th, due to Independence Day Holiday

MO District Campmeeting

July 18 -20

The Sanctuary - Hazelwood, MO

Men's Campout and Fishing Tournament

July 27th - 28th

AMP Student Girls

July 27th - sleepover at Sis Ashley Cockrum's

Meet Pastor Gates

Meet Pastor Craig Gates & His Family

I have been a life-long Kansas City, MO resident. Born and raised in Raytown, MO, I am a graduate of Raytown South High School.

I felt the call to the ministry at the age of 16, and although I didn’t always pursue that call, it was something that never left me.

After high school, I attended UMKC for one year, but I was unhappy, knowing that I had been given a call to something beyond the career choice I was making.

In the fall of 1984 I enrolled at Gateway College of Evangelism in St. Louis, a UPCI Bible School to study for the ministry. I received my Bachelors of Theology in the spring of 1988.

I married Melinda in June of 1989. Melinda is also a life-long resident of Kansas City. She works along side me in many areas of the church. We have three children Alex (born 11-13-92), Hannah (born 6-9-96) and Joel (born 5-8-01).

Our mission here at JNPC is to evangelize the unchurched, establish the new believer, and equip the saints for the work of the ministry. Everyone has a purpose in God, it is my prayer that you will join us to discover your purpose, your calling, and your gift for the Kingdom of God. We know that God is a healer, that He is a provider, that He loves you more than you can imagine.

May God bless you all,

Pastor Craig
pastor@jesusnamekc.com

Praise & Worship

If you have never had the opportunity to be in a Spirit-filled service before, you will discover that Biblical expressions of worship are still practiced today. Join in with us as we praise God together in spirit and in truth.

We pray together aloud because in the Bible we read,
"They lifted up their voice to God with one accord"
(Acts 4:24)

We lift our hands in praise because in the Bible we read,
"Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the Lord"
(Psalm 134:2)

We sing with all our hearts because in the Bible we read,
"Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise"
(Psalm 98:4)

We play musical instruments because in the Bible we read,
"And all the house of Israel played before the LORD on all manner of instruments"
(2 Samuel 6:5)

We clap and shout unto God because in the Bible we read,
"O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph"
(Psalm 47:1)

We dance before the LORD because in the Bible we read,
"Praise Him with the timbrel and dance: praise Him with stringed instruments and organs"
(Psalm 150:4)

We testify publicly because in the Bible we read,
"I will declare thy name unto my brethren; in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee"
(Psalm 22:22)

We anoint with oil for divine healing because in the Bible we read,
"Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord"
(James 5:14)

We allow the operation of the spiritual gifts because in the Bible we read,
"When ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation"
(1 Corinthians 14:26)

Taken from the Word Aflame Press tract "The Way We Worship" - #6602

JNPC Values & Beliefs

Christianity is not just another theology or religion, it is a lifestyle. A lifestyle that leads to a new life: freedom from our past, power to live right today, and hope for tomorrow.

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” II Timothy 3:16.

The Bible
The Bible is the inspired Word of God, giving a true history of the creation of heaven, earth, and humanity and containing a correct prophecy of the ages to come regarding heaven, earth, and the destiny of mankind. Moreover, there is no salvation outside of what is taught in its pages.

God
There is only one God (Deut. 6:4). He is the Creator of heaven and earth, and of all living beings. He has revealed Himself to humanity as the Father (Creator, John 4:24), in the Son (Savior, I Timothy 3:16, Isaiah 9:6), and as the Holy Ghost (indwelling spirit, John 14:16-26).

Sin
Sin is the transgression of the law, or commandment of God (I John 3:4). The guilt of sin has fallen upon all humanity from Adam until now (Romans 3:23). The wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23, Revelations 20:14) to all who refuse to accept salvation as set forth in the Word of God.

Salvation
Salvation consists of deliverance from all sin and unrighteousness through the blood of Jesus Christ. The New Testament experience of salvation consists of repentance from sin, water baptism in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit, after which the Christian is to live a godly life (Acts 2:36-41).

Water Baptism
Water baptism is not merely a symbolic ritual, it is part of entering into the kingdom of God (John 3:5, Galatians 3:27). It is to be administered only by immersion and in the name of Jesus. Just as Christ was buried and rose again, so must we also be ‘buried’ in baptism (Romans 6:4, Mark 1:10, Acts 8:28-39). According to Acts 4:12 there is salvation in no other name than the name of Jesus ; therefore, we baptize not in his titles (Father, Son, Holy Ghost), but in his name: Jesus (ex: Acts 2:38-41, Acts 8:16, Acts 19:5).

Baptism of the Holy Ghost
The baptism of the Holy Ghost is the birth of the Spirit (John 3:5). It is not only necessary, it is the power we need to live right! It is evidenced by speaking in other tongues (languages) as the Spirit of God gives utterance. (John 3:5, Acts 1:8, 2:1-4, 8:17, 10:44-46).


Taken in part from © 1996 - 2002 New Life Pentecostal Church. All rights reserved.

FAQs

What is Pentecost?
The day of Pentecost was observed in Jerusalem fifty days after the celebration of the Passover, which commemorated Israel's deliverance out of Egypt. It is significant that this day was chosen by the Lord to begin the fulfillment of Joel 2:28: "I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh...." Full Article

What is Sin?
This question is of vital importance because of the fearful judgment against those who commit sin. "The soul that sinneth, it shall die," thunders the Old Testament (Ezekiel 18:20). In like tones, the New Testament declares: "The wages of sin is death" (Romans 6:23). The one who lives in sin throughout his earthly life and faces God without having obtained divine forgiveness will be sentenced to eternal perdition. Full Article

Why do we baptize in Jesus' name?
The subject of water baptism has long been called a great issue and no doubt has been made such by many church leaders of the past and present. In our study of it, let us first consider its importance, or the necessity of being baptized. Full Article

Does God still heal people today?
God is the Great Physician. His knowledge of the human mind and body is complete. He can do more for the sick and the diseased than can all earthly doctors and surgeons combined. He created us; is it not reasonable, then, to believe that He can heal us when we are sick? Full Article