in this issue >>>
❖ The Vision
❖ Outreach Ministries
❖ Breaking Ground
❖ Taking it to the Streets
❖ Why You Should Go to Church
Issue One
The Glory Gazette
Who we are >>>
Glory To Glory Family Christian
Center has been a leading church
in the Chicagoland area for more
than 25 years. Under the
leadership of Apostle Columbus F.
Bland & Dr. Katie R. Bland;
Glory To Glory is a beacon of light
in the community. This ministry
introduces you to the lifesaving
gospel of Jesus Christ and is a safe
house in the city for all who are
willing to come. Glory to Glory
also provides training, instruction
and resources, that the whole man
will be equipped and thoroughly
furnished for every good work;
both now and for generations to
come.
Apostle Columbus F. Bland, Pastor
Dr. Katie R. Bland, CoPastor
A Publication of The Glory To Glory Family Christian Center
A Remarkable Vision
Welcome to the first edition of The Glory Gazette! We are excited to bring to you this
publication that’s sure to inform and inspire. The Glory To Glory Family Christian Center is
no ordinary church. When you enter the doors, you are greeted with a smile and find yourself
instantly enamored by the beautiful, immaculate sanctuary. It’s such a welcoming place to
come and partake in the lively praise and worship, dancing and singing and hear a powerful
message. The hope is that you will be introduced to Jesus and make him the Lord of your life.
Is that it you ask? No, that is just the add a journalism training program? The
beginning. Glory To Glory is a full body vision continues to expand without limits.
ministry which aims to minister to the whole Some other important teachings you will
person. Through the vision of Apostle Bland, hear under this leader is how to eat right,
the ministry has something to Pastor means so much to me exercise and the benefits of
offer everyone. For over 25 I don’t think I can put it into living a life free of debt.
words, but I’ll try. He’s
years the church continues to awesome, indescribable, Apostle Columbus and Dr.
grow and expand to meet the loving and delightful. If Katie Bland emphasize the
that’s not amazing, I don’t
needs of the people. We have importance of education for all,
know what is.
Sunday school, bible class, Tony Booker which is why they have
prayer and testimony service Age 10
established the Scholastic
which are all essential as you continue to Achievement Ministry that awards students
grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus with scholarships to support their education.
Christ. As with any balanced diet, you We’ve learned through education you have
need a mix of ingredients to thrive and power to succeed in this life; not only for
flourish. That is why we have many ourselves but to impact the next generation. In
outreach ministries and resources available this first edition you will gain an insight into
to meet your needs. Such as an annual our ministry and some of the things you have
seminar retreat for the whole family, to look forward to when you come to Glory
summer camp for the children, a newly To Glory Family Christian Center. It’s more
launched summer jobs program for our than a church; it’s where you will find love,
youth, a back to school rally, and why not support and a place to call home.
 Outreach Ministries>>>

The Annual Prayer Breakfast

More Than Natural Food
By: Marie Smith

The Glorious Breakfast is the largest outreach event hosted by the Women of Glory.
This prayer breakfast is held yearly on the 2nd Saturday of July at Georgios Banquets
in Orland Park, IL. We pride ourselves in serving over 500 individuals who consist of:
women and men shelters, family and friends. The outreach is bigger and broader than
the walls of our sanctuary which is located at 12238 S. Parnell Ave. This is one of the
many ways we spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. The annual keynote speaker is our
own CoPastor, Dr. Katie R. Bland whose dynamic delivery of the word of God
compels you to keep coming back for more each year. We believe that winning souls
and reaching out to the needy are essential and our responsibility for expanding God's
Kingdom.

Glory to Glory prayer breakfast contributes to the physical man (natural food) and
spiritual man by preaching and teaching the word of God, by the laying of hands and
praying for one another. Our endeavor is that everyone who enters this venue
experiences the presence of God. We don't want anyone to leave in the same frame of
mind in which they came. The breakfast concluded with gift giveaways. The Women
of Glory not only donate their time, energy, prayers but also gifts. The gifts range
from $10 gift cards to tablets, fire sticks and a flat screen TV. Our prayer is that the
every lost or hurting soul is delivered, chains are broken and hearts are healed.

Outreach ministries >>>

The Annual Back To School Rally

Taking It Back By: Rosita Davis
Held annually on-site of the Glory to Glory Family Christian Center the Annual Back to School rally is a well-
rounded quality event and continues to be a favorite in the community. The focus has been “Stop the
Violence.” Roseland/Pullman knows that Glory to Glory Family Christian Center supports them, and to see all
those faces at the rally each year is motivating to all. It is a way of getting out the message to stop negative
influences, build a stronger community, stop gang activity, lower drop-out rates, drugs and teen pregnancy
dead in their tracks. Each year as it continues to grow it has influenced and shaped the lives of many in the
community. The rally supports and encourages healing in a world full of crisis. The committee members are
filled with Christians, who are supportive professionals, administrators, principals, counselors, youth & young
Pastor Lady Bug adults, retirees, veterans and teachers. Thanks to the sponsors who participate and support raising health
awareness, providing free school supplies, free book bags, engaging speakers, fun activities, and high interest
literature. There is something for every age group.

There is a lot of thought that goes into the planning of the Back to School Rally event every year. Our timely
event embraces the summer weather through getting others involved like Jesse White Tumblers, Chicago Fire
Department, Chicago Police Department, CTA Cooling Bus, Wal-Mart, WJYS Channel 62, Dental Mobile, Blue
Cross/Blue Shield, Jewel/Osco, McDonalds, South Side Drill Team, Silver Stallion Ranch, Game Truck, Dino
Jump, Larry’s Barbershop, 34th Ward Alderman Carrie Austin, American Lung Association, and the American
Heart Association. The rally is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, share
information from our very own Glory to Glory Parade of Ministries, enjoy family and friends and see outreach
ministry in action. Our mission is to promote and showcase an understanding of what outreach ministry is all
about, share resources on stopping the violence, provide Christian biblical principles application, plus
highlight our church at the same time.

This one-day event attracts more than 1,200 people, visiting church’s, choirs, key-note speakers, evangelists,
preachers, vendors displaying their wares, spiritual enlightenment, fellowship, delicious foods, liturgical
dancing, singing together, face painting, giveaways, raffles, live entertainment & a host of guests. The Back to
School Rally has historically been one of the best ways to spend the day with friends and family.

Be sure to join us in the upcoming year on Saturday, August 4, 2018.

Mark your calendars.
Elder David T. Jones, Coordinator & All are welcome!
The Jesse White Tumblers
 Breaking Ground
“Out of the Ashes”
Coming Soon: The Ground-Breaking Ceremony for the new Glory To Glory Fellowship Hall
in 2018. The ministry experienced a devastating loss when an electrical fire caused the
building to burn down in 2014. It was not just a fellowship and dining hall, but it hosted a
local food pantry that fed hundreds of residents in the community every week. This was not
only distressing to the church, but also to residents of the Roseland/Pullman community.
After. years of preparation we are excited to break ground on the new and improved debt free
building in coming months!

Nursing Home Ministry

Street ministry By: Phyllis Martin
Each month the ministers of Glory To Glory Family Christian Center take it to the streets.
You can find them sharing their testimonies or perhaps singing a song and passing out tracts Glory to Glory Family Christian
to people in the community. This powerful demonstration of Matthew 28:19, “Go ye Center has been impacting the
therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, Englewood Community at Alden-
and of the Holy Ghost” is life changing. You witness the manifestation of the faint and Wentworth Nursing home for 12 years.
broken hearted receive strength and hope through the message and love of Jesus Christ. We minister the word of God through
Whether they are pulling over in their cars or stopping on the street for prayer; the message scriptures, prayer, songs and dance.
of hope is being shared with men and women, young and old. During the holiday season
accompanied by our youth and young
adults we present a Christmas
Taking it to the Streets >>> program to the residents. We shower
them with gifts of love varying from
blankets, socks, fruit, peppermint
candies and more. I thank God for the
nursing home ministry and those who
labor alongside me. Many souls are
saved and set free through this
outreach ministry. The gospel compels
us to share the good news of Jesus
Christ. It’s an honor to serve those in
need by sharing our time, talents, love
and even a smile.

All are welcome to join us every fourth

Saturday at 10:30am at the Alden-
Wentworth Nursing home located at
201 W 69th Street in Chicago Illinois
60621. Be blessed.
 Why You Should Go To Church
A Young Man’s Perspective
By: Christian Anderson II

Going to church can be a chore for some while it can be a
necessity for others, no matter the reason you attend church it’s
important to know that it's something that we all need to do. The
argument, “I can watch church on tv and read my bible at home”
comes up a lot when going on about this topic. Realistically, the
odds of one being faithful to personal worship at home when
excuses and distractions can reveal themselves endlessly is very
low. The other issue with that argument is that Church isn't just
reading the bible and listening to what someone says, church is
being in a place of worship where you can lift your voice and be
under the presence of God. To be in an atmosphere of praise
while receiving knowledge and true understanding of God’s
Word and learning your purpose in the kingdom is needful.
Being a part of the Church gives you the ability to fellowship
with other members of the church and have positive and
productive interactions with the rest of God's people. Hebrews
10:24-25 talks about how we need to spur each other towards
doing good deeds and to meet and encourage one another. This is
something that is necessary in the general enriching of your soul
and helping your fellow followers of Christ move forward in the
gospel. In Matthew 18:20 the bible tells us if two or three gather
in his name he is with them.
Sure, you could sit at home and listen to your chosen church and
watch the people worship and fellowship. What you're watching is an
example of what you should be doing. Our Pastor and Co pastor invite
people to our church every time they send a message out through the
television service. The goal in the televised ministries isn't to let one
be lazy and stay in their home while watching television (unless you
physically are unable to for some reason). The goal is to show you the
Lord and give you an opportunity to come worship with the people of
God. In Ephesians 4:11-13 The bible speaks of how Christ gave the
Apostles, Prophets Evangelists, Teachers, Pastors and others to equip
his people so that we may go and do works to grow the body of Christ.
THIS IS NOT A SOLO JOB! Down to the very foundation of the
kingdom us growing together and worshiping together and bringing
people into the house of Christ has always required teamwork,
cooperation, and training. In Matthew 16:18 Peter is told that the
Church will be built on a rock and that nothing shall overcome it. The
house of God is a holy place it is a strong and stable place where we
worship. In the house of God, the spirit of the Lord WILL reign and
that spirit, that atmosphere the covering inside the church is not
something one will be able to mimic at home on a couch. Find
yourself a church home and gather with the people of God you won't
regret it.

Weekly Schedule
Sunday School 10:00am
(all ages)
“This is a dirty job for
a clean vessel!” Sunday Morning 11:30am
Worship Service
Apostle Columbus Bland
Tuesday Bible Class 9:30am & 7:30pm

Friday Night 7:30pm

Prayer & Testimony
The Soil is our heart, Service
The climate is our
attitude. Saturday Morning 5:30am WJYS
Television Ministry
Dr. Katie R. Bland “A Time of Glory”

Saturday Radio 5:00pm

Broadcast 102.3FM Rejoice
“Pumping Up the Praise” WYCA

GLORY TO GLORY FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER

12238 S. PARNELL AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60628
(773) 568-0074

APOSTLE COLUMBUS F. BLAND, PASTOR DR. KATIE R. BLAND, CO-PASTOR