“I care about people. I like challenges and always try to find the best solution. I believe in and thrive in a cooperative atmosphere that works together for the greater good.”
Meet Diana Mayhew, who is transitioning into the role of U.S. Home Church Coordinator at GCI’s Home Office. With a caring and dedicated approach, Diana connects and supports members across the U.S. who engage with GCI from a distance.
Learn more about Diana here.
The 2026 GCI leadership conference in Myanmar was held March 27–28 in Yangon, Myanmar. Pastor Audie Santibanez and Pastor Aron Tolentino from the Philippines conducted the leadership conference, together with Pastor Wong Mein Kong and me from Malaysia.
The participants of the conference were pastors, elders, leaders, church planters, and pastoral teams from various states and districts in Myanmar. Pastor Chan Thleng from GCI Hwambi church was the coordinator for the Myanmar participants. Pastor Dem Khuo Thong and Stephen Blessing, both from Myanmar, assisted as the translators from English to the Burmese language for the participants.
Devaraj Ramoo, Pastor
Klang, Selangor, Malaysia
We gathered on Valentine’s Day to celebrate God’s greatest gift — Love. The theme was “Love Never Fails” (1 Corinthians 13:8).
The invitation read:
Come and enjoy an evening filled with heartfelt fellowship, uplifting messages, music, and a gentle reminder that true love begins with him.
Come as you are or fancy with a touch of red. Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, this night will warm your heart and draw you closer to the divine love that unites us all.
In February, we shared a wonderful and meaningful evening for our Couples Night with the theme “Love Rooted in Grace.” It was a beautiful time of fellowship, laughter, sharing, and encouragement among couples as we were reminded that true love grows deeper when it is grounded in God’s grace.
The message reminded us that when couples rely on God’s grace, love becomes stronger, more patient, and more faithful. Truly, his grace is more than enough for every relationship.
May every home continue to be filled with love, strengthened by faith, and firmly rooted in God’s amazing grace.
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9
“Any concern too small to be turned into a prayer is too small to be made into a burden.” — Corrie ten Boom
This April, we gather in prayer — giving thanks for the hope of the resurrection, celebrating life among our churches, and learning to live each day in the light of Christ.
Join us in prayer. See the full prayer guide here.
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In March, 130 people participated in the women’s retreat in the Khulna district in Southern Bangladesh. The theme was “A Heart of Grace.” It was organized by the GCI Bangladesh women’s team lead by Christina Place.
GCI Ghana Women’s Ministry Retreat 2026 took place from Thursday, March 5 to Saturday, March 7. The program lineup included dawn prayers and worship, congregational updates, breast cancer awareness, and evening entertainment.
On Saturday, men joined the retreat for a full day of a participatory marriage seminar facilitated by Pastor Emmanuel Okai. What a powerful time of love and fellowship!
GCI Glendora women in California came together for a day of fun and line dancing.
The Denominational Celebration
will be held
in Dallas, Texas, U.S.
on July 23-26, 2026.
Hurry! April 15 is the last day to register.
Registration closes today.
We would love for you to participate in our time together. This gathering gives our fellowship time to worship, learn, and enjoy being together. The schedule offers steady rhythms of teaching, connection, and shared worship.
Our theme for this celebration is Kingdom Living. Throughout the event, we will explore how God invites us to participate in his life, reflect his goodness, and join his ongoing work in the world. The theme will guide our worship, breakout sessions, and main teachings. It will help us focus on the hope we share and the way we live it out in our daily lives.
Join us for:
Retired Pastor Earl Jones died in February. Join us in praying for his wife, Betty, and their family. His daughter Deborah Jones and his granddaughter, Monica Jones, are members of the GC Durham church plant team.
We share in their grief and in their hope of resurrection. Deborah shared the following obituary.
Cards can be sent to:
Betty Jones
168 North Gaines Street
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Earl Jones passed away peacefully at home on February 26, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 11, 1941, Earl lived a life defined by strength of character, steady determination, deep faith, and unwavering love for his family and community.
He attended schools in North Carolina and New York, experiences that helped shape his broad perspective and keen sense of purpose. Earl continued his education at North Carolina Central University. Answering the call to serve his country, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps for a brief stint.
Earl dedicated many years of his professional life to Ingersoll Rand, from which he retired after faithful and committed service. Known for his strong work ethic and leadership, he earned the respect of colleagues and friends alike.
Most importantly, Earl devoted his life to his faith and to serving others. He retired as pastor of Grace Communion Fayetteville, where he provided spiritual guidance, encouragement, and compassion to countless individuals and families. His ministry reflected his deep love for the triune God and his unwavering commitment to uplifting others. His greatest joy was telling others about the goodness of God. He often said, “I am who I am because of the great I AM.”
Earl was also involved in civic engagement and community advancement. He was a member of the West Southern Pines Civics Club and the NAACP, supporting efforts that promoted equality, education, and opportunity for all.
Above all, Earl was a devoted husband. He was married to his beloved wife, Betty, for 60 wonderful years — a testament to enduring love, commitment, and partnership. They took the words “til death do us part” literally.
Earl found immense joy in traveling and staying active through walking and weightlifting. He had a deep love for learning and devoted much of his time to studying history, especially African American history. He enjoyed watching the History and Military channels, reading, and engaging in thoughtful conversations. A dedicated collector, he took pride in stamp collecting and maintained an extensive music collection that reflected his wide-ranging tastes. He especially cherished conversing in Spanish with his granddaughter, finding joy in sharing language, laughter, and connection across generations. He was also a loyal sports fan who proudly supported Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball team and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Will and Bessie Diggs and Geneva Washington; his beloved daughter, Dionne Michelle Jones; and his brother-in-law, Willie Gillis.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Betty; his children, Deborah Jones and Earl Maurice Jones (Rosie); his cherished grandchildren, Monica Jones and Charleigh Williams; his brothers-in-law, James Gillis (Janet), Donnie Hines, Ollie Hines (Libby), Woodrow Hines (Clara), Leon Hines, Jerry Hines (Esther), Scottie Hines, and Johnny Hines (Thomasine); his sisters-in-law, Carolyn Jenkins, Margaret Gillis and Sandra Jones, Stephanie Davis (Michael); and a host of extended family members, friends, and loved ones.
Though his passing leaves a profound void, his legacy of faith, strength, compassion, and love will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
The Denominational Celebration
will be held
in Dallas, Texas, U.S.
on July 23-26, 2026.
Save your spot and register today!
Registration closes April 15.
We would love for you to participate in our time together. This gathering gives our fellowship time to worship, learn, and enjoy being together. The schedule offers steady rhythms of teaching, connection, and shared worship.
Our theme for this celebration is Kingdom Living. Throughout the event, we will explore how God invites us to participate in his life, reflect his goodness, and join his ongoing work in the world. The theme will guide our worship, breakout sessions, and main teachings. It will help us focus on the hope we share and the way we live it out in our daily lives.
Join us for:
