New Hope Temple Deliverance COGIC
THE CHURCH WHERE HOPE PREVAILWelcome to New Hope Temple and Deliverance COGIC, where we believe in the power of hope and the transformative message of the Gospel. Our church is dedicated to establishing biblical principles and making a lasting difference in people’s lives. Whether you’re new to the area or searching for a spiritual home, we invite you to plan a visit and experience the love and unity of our diverse community. Join us as we worship together, grow in faith, and serve the Lord. Together, we can spread hope and make a positive impact in the world. Get involved with our various ministries, attend our inspiring events, and explore the resources we offer. Our pastor, Franklin R. Dotson Sr., leads our congregation with passion and vision, and we are committed to following his example of unity, liberty, love, salvation, and eternity. We believe in the power of prayer, the importance of missions, and the value of caring for one another. Join us on this journey of faith as we strive to serve our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Stay connected with us through our website and social media channels, and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with the latest news and events. We look forward to welcoming you to New Hope Temple and Deliverance COGIC. Together, let’s spread hope and make a lasting difference!
Our Vision
To establish biblical principls and make a lasting difference in people lives
Mission & Purpose
THE MISSION OF NEW HOPE TEMPLE &
DELIVERANCE IS TO SAVE,HEAL, SET-FREE, EQUIP AND TO EMPOWER
DISCIPLES TO SERVER IN THE EARTHLY MINISTRY OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR
JESUS CHRIST.
Our Team
Our Beliefs
Worship Times
Events
Youth & Children
Next Steps
Our Beliefs & Values
THE BIBLE
THE FATHER
THE SON
THE HOLY GHOST
THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST
MAN
SIN
SALVATION
ANGELS
DEMONS
THE CHURCH
THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST
DIVINE HEALING
The Church of God in Christ believes in and practices Divine Healing. It is a commandment of Jesus to the Apostles (St. Mark 16:18). Jesus affirms his teachings on healing by explaining to His disciples, who were to be Apostles, that healing the afflicted is by faith (St. Luke 9:40-41). Therefore, we believe that healing by faith in God has scriptural support and ordained authority. St. James’ writings in his epistle encourage Elders to pray for the sick, lay hands upon them and to anoint them with oil, and that prayers with faith shall heal the sick and the Lord shall raise them up. Healing is still practiced widely and frequently in the Church of God in Christ, and testimonies of healing in our Church testify to this fact
Pastor Dotson & Evangelist Ella Ruth Hawkins Dotson ohave 2 sons and 6 daughters, 25 graqnd children, Forthy Great Grand Children and one great grandchild
– Pastor Franklin R Dotson Sr
Who We Are
Our Pastor
Pastor Franklin R. Dotson Sr. was saved at the age of 16 under his unclethe late Superintendent Major Beverly of Southern Illinois Ecclesiastcal Jurisdiction. HBe was saved for several months , but the enticing call of the world reclaimed him. He remainded a backslider for over twenty-one years. The last Sunday in May of 1975, Pastor Dotson attended the noon day serviuce at House of Faith COGIC, Where Evangelist Hartsfield had preached the word and God convicted his heart and he was born again and served under the leadership of the late Fred Warren.
Recognizing and nurturing the anointing and calling up his life, Pastor Warren appointed to be the Adult Sunday School teacher, Sons of Thunder Prayer Warrior and Decaon (names he was called).
May 1977, the Lord called Franklin Dotson to ministry and in the same year July 7, 1977 Franklin Dotson preached his first goespel message. He also recieved an appointment to be Greater Bethlehem District Y.P.W.W. President. Feburary 28, 1981 he completed the Southern Illinois Jurisdiction training Course, under the direction or Elder Dinwiddie
In July 1982 Minister Dotson accepted the call to Pastor and founded Dotson Temple COGIC. in December 19, 1982 and on March 26, 1983 during the Annual Workers meeting the Late Bishop E Lenox (Soutnerh Illinois Ecclesiastical) Ordained Minister Dotson to elder in the COGIC.
In 1983 the late T.T. Rose, Pastor Dotson and a number of other pastors formulated and established Central Illinois Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction.
Pastor Dotson was appointed by the late Bishop Rose to the Executive Board and he served the ordication board for 24 years, Assist FZinance Chairman for 10 years, Jurisdictional Treasure for 10 years, Decatur District Treasure for 15 years
November 29, 1994, Holy Ghost led Pastor Dotson to change the name of Dotson Temple COGIC to New Hope Temple & Deliverance Center COGIC.
In 2007 there was a split in the Centeral Illinois Jurisdiction. The South-Central Fellowship formulated under Pastor Dr. Juan L. Morrison. Elder Dotson and Elder Allen worked untimely together to restore the unity of the Jurisdiction. When Elder Allen unexpectedly passed away. Junauary 2008 the Holy Ghost led Pastor Dotson to resign as treasurer of Jurisdication and district. The Holy Spirit also Led Pastor Dotson to dissolve his fellowship with Central Illinois Jurisdiction and led him to join South Central Fellowship. He continued to work and discuss with the pastors of the Fellowship the importance of reuniting with Central Illinois Jurisdiction. Depsite much opposition and negative talk, He continued work to reunite the Jurisdiction; and after many discussions and prayers the Jurisdiction and fellowship reunited under Bishop Nathaniel W. Wells.
In 2011 Bishop Dr. Juan L. Morrison was concecrated the new Jurisdiction Bishop. Bishop Morrison appointed Pastor Dotson to the following positions: Executive Board,Senior Advisor, Administrative Assistant, Region II Regional Administror, and Superintendent New Haven District. and Pastor Dotson also serve as the National Adjutant COGIC
Our Pastor: Franklin Dotson
Pastor