The
late Bishop Roland James Allen was the Founder of the Roland James Allen Evangelical Association doing business as (dba) New Covenant Church.
In
the year 1950, Bishop Allen professed a hope in Christ after accepting
the sermon preached by Evangelist Billy Graham, whom he honored
as his father in the gospel. After his conversion, Bishop Allen
was later called into the ministry of our Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ . On February 27, 1970, the Roland James Allen Evangelical
Association was founded, instituting a Board of Trustees, doing
business as the New Covenant Church, a non-profit, non-denominational
organization.
Bishop
Allen's ministry started in his house where he would gather the
neighborhood children and share with them the goodness of the Lord.
These children grew into young adults and many remembered his teachings
and accepted Christ into their lives. This ministry has blossomed
from approximately twenty members to well over three hundred while
still maintaining its loving "family" appeal.
Early
in his ministry, Bishop Allen made a commitment to the Lord that
he would go wherever the Lord sent him. With his evangelical spirit,
the first memories of Bishop Allen's ministry were the street corner
prayer meetings, visits to jail houses, nursing homes, overseas
and as many places as the Lord our God would send him.
As
the ministry grew, Bishop Allen established a ministerial staff,
and a deacon and trustee staff of various nationalities to help
spread the Gospel. The church motto was chosen: "We
Welcome All Races" and the evidence of the
love of God that was in him was that the church membership was of
various nationalities which shared the common bond of the Holy Spirit
and the love of God. The New Covenant Church Choir was organized
and several vocalist were selected.
A
small sample of Bishop Allen's numerous accomplishments to the furthering
of the Gospel include:
Over
fifty inspirational books, along with tracts and pamphlets addressing
life's problems. Samples include: God Has Saints On The Earth, The
Judgement Day Is Sure To Come, The Dead. Where Are They?, The Fiery
Black Destiny, The First Resurrection, The Three Great Steps In
Christianity.
As
the head of a self-sustaining ministry, Bishop Allen also established
a sick committee to see to the welfare of fellow brothers and sisters.
Healing was also a great part of his ministry. Believing that God
can do the impossible, Bishop Allen often executed his faith, and
through his faith, many were healed of their afflictions. Forty-five
years after receiving Christ as his personal savior, God called
him to rest on May 28, 1995.
The
Ministry continues because Christ is alive! Bishop Allen was a "Lover
of All Nations" and he taught many to have that same love.
He was a great example on using the time the Lord has given you
on earth wisely. His love, compassion and devotion to God has made
a positive impact on the lives of many. |
