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A Letter from the <strong>TGM</strong> Staff<br />
30 years of ministry - now that is a milestone that is to be recognized! Bishop Owens has<br />
always preached that numbers have significance to God and 30 is one of those special<br />
numbers that He holds dear to His heart. From John the Baptist’s dispensational change, to<br />
Joseph being placed in charge over Egypt by Pharaoh, 30 is a year that God uses mightily.<br />
Even for the Aaronic priests, 30 is a “coming of age” year where they are dedicated to serve<br />
because they are deemed to have reached mental and physical maturity to handle the major<br />
responsibilities of their roles. It is a spiritual age of importance and commitment to ministry<br />
- the greatest example of this being our Lord and Savior, who began to publicly preach the<br />
gospel when He reached this noteworthy age (Luke 3:23).<br />
And now, Immanuel’s Temple Systems of Church has entered into their 30th year of<br />
ministry! Truly walking in the meaning of their namesake, Immanuel - God With Us, <strong>TGM</strong><br />
is honored to partake in celebrating three decades of faith-filled ministry where God’s<br />
very best is yet to be revealed. Pastor, Bishop Phillip E. Owens, D.D., and his beautiful<br />
wife, Elect Lady Patricia A. Owens, D.D., has lead this ministry in a loving, family-friendly<br />
environment where righteousness, holiness, and biblical principles are preached and<br />
demonstrated daily. From the first minute to the last, coming to ITSC feels like coming<br />
home. As Elect Lady Owens has been coined to say, “You will not leave here the same way<br />
that you came, in Jesus’ name!”<br />
So what does that mean for you the reader? It means that you are cordially invited to this<br />
momentous celebration! This edition will be a peek into the amazing things that God has<br />
done for a ministry and leadership that has yielded to His will and His way. Be inspired as<br />
you witness how much the love of Christ can permeate over decades upon those whom He<br />
loves. And lastly, get involved so that you don’t miss out on the amazing blessings that He<br />
has just for you. Oh yes, it is truly a wonderful time for a celebration!<br />
Sincerely,<br />
The Gathering Magazine Staff<br />
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