On November 16, 2003 Innerman Ministries opened its doors for its first service at 115-70 Frances Lewis Boulevard, Cambria Heights, New York with its 12 founding members. In one year the membership has grown from those 12 members to approximately 45 members.
On December 21, 2003 Innerman had its first Christmas program and New Years Eve services on December 31st. The next event conducted by Innerman Ministries was our first Dinner sale on January 24, 2004. Everyone participated and we had a wonderful and successful time.
On February 29, 2004, the young people presented their Black History Program and in April they honored us with an Easter Program.
On March 21, 2004 our pastor and co-pastor consecration and dedication service was held at Friendly Church. Our co-pastor Beth Thompson had her W.E.B.S. weekend on April 30th through May 2nd. The theme for that weekend was "Women of War!". In May we presented the Mothers in the Church with flowers in honor of Mother's Day. Our youth adviser, Sister Shishelyah Watkins, planned many events to kept our young people active. Her first outing was a bowling trip and for the second outing she planned a skating trip. Both the youths and our adult members participated in these trips. In honor of the Fathers, we had a special poems dedicated to the fathers. In June, Innerman Ministries attended its first gospel street fair in Brooklyn, New York. Our pastor Frank Thompson was the speaker.
In honor of our graduating youth, a barbeque was held at our Pastors' house and gifts were given to each graduate during the morning service.
In September, 2004, the young people had their first car wash. The young people worked very hard to make their car wash a success. After such a successful car wash, a second car wash was held two weeks later. This time our pastor added his first chicken and rib sale. The pastor's chicken and rib sale was such a success until he has continued to have this sale every weekend up to the present day.
In October, 2004 Innerman Ministries commenced its celebration of its 1st Anniversary. On October 17th, Bishop Newman from Friendly Church started our celebration with the pre-anniversary service. The following Sunday, October 24th, Pastor Glenn Church and Anointed, Praise and Worship Center, honored us with their presence. The Youth Department was in Charge. On the usher's night, Friday, November 7th, we were honored with the presence of Pastor Kenneth McBryde from Christ Church of God and Family Center. On the Women's night, Dr. Laura Shannon and King of Kings Worship Center delivered a most memorable service. Friday night was our music night. Our Innerman's praise dancers made their debut.
Tonight, the Men are in charge and as their speaker and special guest we have Rev. Payne.
Innerman Ministries had come a long way since November 16, 2003. We wish to thank all of our members, friends and relatives for all of their support and encouragement. We are looking forward to continued success in our ministry.
