For Press Release
June 27, 2008 – Concerning the Apostolic
Assembly of the Faith in Christ Jesus (“AAFCJ”)
The
following was provided by the AAFCJ world headquarters office,
as a response
to the many inquiries that have been received regarding
some developing concerns.
This
is written with a saddened and burdened heart. On Tuesday night,
the Apostolic Assembly of the Faith in
Christ Jesus (“AAFCJ”)
world headquarters building was vandalized. It is unknown who
did this but it is being investigated by the police.
Recently,
many false rumors have been circulated through many
sources, including internet blog spots that the AAFCJ is “excommunicating” up
to 20 pastors as a result of the election lawsuit. Nothing
could be further from the truth. It is true, however, that
the AAFCJ
has removed the four pastors who did sue the AAFCJ seeking
court intervention
to overturn the 2006 AAFCJ General Elections.
Regarding
the election lawsuit, the Judge issued a final ruling on April
3, 2008, specifically stating:
• Plaintiffs’ (4
pastors) Motion to Set Aside the Election Dated November 24,
2006 and Ordering a New Election is DENIED with prejudice;
• The
Court finds there is no evidence of any Church Constitutional
irregularity in the selection of the Qualifying Committee;
• The
Court finds that there is no Constitution prohibition
against members of the Qualifying Committee using the
CID or any other
document or guideline, in considering the capabilities,
qualities and rights
of a nominee.
It is
extremely unfortunate that there is misinformation being spread
about the court decision. It is true that the plaintiffs may appeal
this ruling if they wish. AAFCJ has not been informed of an appeal
at this time.
Now
is the time for healing to begin. The AAFCJ is a church, first
and foremost, and wishes to focus on its mission: Exalt
Christ, Equip
the Church and Evangelize the World. This is being accomplished
through various avenues: The ‘Jesus Strategy’ HOME Groups lifestyle,
the Church Roadmap- for a more effective mission execution, and the
continual preaching of the gospel across the United States of America
and around the world.
