Christ Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith, International Ministries


About CTCM



Our Mission Statement





To faithfully practice, teach & preach the doctrine of Jesus Christ and His Holy Apostles.


And they continued stedfastly in the Apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers (Acts 2:42)



The Apostolic Doctrine:
What We Believe



We Believe in one Lord, one Faith, and one Baptism.

(Ephesians 4:5)


We Believe that the Holy Bible is the Word of God. It is true, inerrant and infallible. It contains the keys to inheriting eternal life, and it reveals the mystery of our faith.

(John 5:39, Deuteronomy 29:29)


We Believe, teach and preach that Jesus is the Son of GOD as revealed to the Apostle Peter and taught by the Apostles.

(Matthew 16:16)


We Believe and Accept God's plan of salvation of baptism by water and spirit. Jesus Christ, who was our perfect example, though sinless, was baptized to fulfill righteousness.

(John 3:5, Matthew 3:15)



We Believe that water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ is essential for forgiveness of sins, and confirms our belief that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.

(Acts 2:38, Acts 8:37)


We Believe that rebirth by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential today as it was in the days of the Apostles.

(Acts 2:4)


We Believe that the Word of God must be proclaimed throughout all the world, according to God's commandment.

(Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15, Romans 10:18)


We Believe in dressing in modest apparel according to I Timothy 2:9-10 and I Corinthians 11:14-15 and also Deuteronomy 22:5.



The Senior Pastor



Suffragan Bishop Michael Bellamy was born August 18, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois. He is the fifth son and tenth child of fifteen children born to Bishop John P. and Mother Viola Bellamy. Affectionately, known as Marie, Lady Gwendolyn was born on March 31, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois. She is the third child of five children born to the late Henry and Mother Ruthie Mae Young.


Bishop and Lady Bellamy both attended Christ Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith under the leadership of a powerful teacher and preacher, the late Bishop John P. Bellamy. Bishop Michael Bellamy was baptized in Jesus' name at a young age and received the gift of the Holy Ghost in 1974. One year later, on August 6, 1975, Sister Gwen was baptized in Jesus’ name and would also go on to be filled with the Holy Ghost. (Read More...)








The LEAD Pastor



Pastor Corey L. Bellamy, Sr. is the youngest of fifteen children born to Bishop John P. Bellamy, Sr. and Mother Viola Bellamy. Lady Latrese V. Bellamy is the second twin born to Ms. Lula Wallace-White and the late Mr. George Moore. She has eight other siblings. Corey and Latrese were born in Chicago, IL. (Read More...)








CHurch History



In December 1955, Elder Nelson T. Owens moved from Brownsville, Tennessee to Chicago, Illinois. He and his wife, Lola Owens, were baptized in Jesus’ Name and filled with the Holy Ghost. This took place after their daughter, Sister Mae Lena, and son-in-law, Elder Edward Burks, witnessed to them the difference the Holy Ghost made in their lives.


Elder Owens founded Christ Temple Church with Sister Owens and their children, Emma Ruth, Mae Lena, James, John, Frank, and Clarence. Their love for souls and the labor of their hands established the firm foundation with which Christ Temple Church was built. Elder John P. Bellamy, Sr. was sent to assist Elder Owens with the approval of Bishop D. Rayford Bell and District Elder Robinson. The church was moved to 3915 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL, and suddenly Elder Owens passed. The membership unanimously elected Elder Bellamy to serve as pastor. ​



Under Elder Bellamy's leadership the building on Roosevelt Road was purchased, and God continuously added to the membership. In 1975, the saints marched into the present location at 502 S. Sixth Avenue, Maywood, Illinois. Christ Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. became the regional location for many civic and religious entities, including the first home of the Midwest Apostolic Bible College, which is affiliated with the Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith (P.C.A.F.).


Elder Bellamy taught both public speaking I and II, and Pentecostal Doctrine I and II for many years. He was elected Vice Chairman of the Illinois State Council for approximately 14 years. Then, he was elected Council Chairman. He was elected chairman of the United Pastor's Alliance of the Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith (P.C.A.F.) and served until elevated to be a District Elder. He was then elected to be Chairman of the Board of District Elders, where he served faithfully until he was consecrated as Bishop on August 6, 1993. He received Honorary Doctorates in Divinity and Theology from Pentecostal Bible College in Tuskegee, Alabama. He served as Diocesan over the states of North Carolina and Hawaii.


Bishop Dr. John P. Bellamy, Sr. was an apologist for the Apostolic Doctrine. He began weekly radio broadcasts preaching the unadulterated Apostolic Doctrine. He believed in the laying on of hands. As a result of his humble ministry, God healed many sick and afflicted, blessed many financially, many souls were baptized in water in Jesus’ Name and filled with the Holy Spirit. He preached and taught the Word without compromise. He would often say, "It's Holiness or Hell", as well as “if you don't do right, hell is hot and eternity is long". The church grew with members from Maywood, the West and South sides of Chicago, and surrounding areas.



On March 6, 2006, Bishop Bellamy moved into the office of Senior Pastor thereby passing the pastoral reigns to Elder Michael Bellamy. On April 20, 2006, Bishop Bellamy went to be with the Lord.


After the passing of his father, Elder Michael Bellamy heard a voice which proclaimed, "Go Forward". He has truly been anointed by the Lord to lead the saints of Christ Temple forward. God uses him mightily to teach, preach and lead His flock with enthusiasm and compassion. As Elder Owens and Bishop Bellamy did, so shall he continue to preach and present the options of holiness or Hell. Elder Bellamy motivates and inspires the Saints with passion towards a greater love for God. He is the right person anointed and appointed for such a time as this.​



One Church. Many Locations.





Maywood


Illinois



miTCHELL


South Dakota



bLOOMINGTON-nORMAl


Illinois



fRANKFORT


Kentucky



mANHATTAn


Kansas



Milwaukee


Wisconsin



Associated Ministries



Tabernacle Apostolic Faith Church





Dubuque, Iowa

Bishop S. C. Baldwin, Pastor



Living Hope Apostolic Faith Church





Waterloo, Iowa

District Elder Roderick Jones, Pastor



United Apostolic House of God





Oglesby, Illinois

Minister Emmanuel Gonzalez, Pastor



The Apostolic Temple





Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Minister Jose Gonzalez, Pastor



Officers



Suffragan Bishop Michael Bellamy



Senior Pastor



Bishop J. Franklin Tompkins



Associate Pastor



Elder Corey L. Bellamy, Sr.



Lead Pastor



Elder Samuel L. Bellamy



Assistant Pastor



Lady Gwendolyn M. Bellamy



Chief of Staff



Mother Judy Williams



Corporate Secretary



Sister Ruth Nuthall



Church Secretary



Sister Ruthie Dunlap



Treasurer



Membership





Associate Member



Someone who regularly attends our services.


Baptized Member



Someone who has been baptized in Jesus' name according to Acts 2:38. Someone who regularly attends our services. You are able to work in non-spiritual roles within the church.


Full-Fledged Member



Someone who has been baptized in Jesus' name and who is filled with the Holy Ghost with evidence of speaking in tongues according to Acts 2:38. Someone who regularly attends our services. Someone who supports the ministry through tithes and offerings. They are able to work in any role within the church where their gifts, calling, talents, anointing or ministry lies.


The Right Hand of Fellowship



The Right Hand of Fellowship is extended to those individuals who are members in good standing with a sister church and desire to move their membership to our assembly. The Right Hand of Fellowship is extended to those who have received permission from their pastor, the council chairperson, or the Diocesan Bishop. The person may work in any role within the church where their gifts, callings, talents, anointing or ministry lies.


Christ Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith,
International Ministries


502 S. Sixth Avenue,
Maywood, Illinois 60153
Telephone: 708-343-2380


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