The Church of God in Christ Appoints Pastor Michael Eaddy To Bishop


The Church of God in Christ Appoints PASTOR MICHAEL EADDY TO BISHOP

On Saturday, November 7th, over twenty thousand Christian leaders throughout the United States and beyond traveled to St. Louis, Missouri to witness the Holy Consecration of Chicago area Pastor and community leader Michael Eaddy as he was rightfully appointed as the new Bishop for the 1st Jurisdiction of the Church of God in Christ (COGIC). Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has confirmed to be in attendance to witness this historic appointment.

 

Bishop Eaddy has long served in numerous appointed positions within COGIC and has been one of the most recognizable leaders here in the Chicago metropolitan area. He has previously served as Jurisdictional Secretary, Public Relations Director, District Superintendent, Administrative Assistant and President of Scholastic Motivation Ministries. Currently, he serves as the International Chairman of the General Council of Pastors and Elders providing leadership to 12,000 pastors throughout the world.

 

Bishop Eaddy has pastored the Peoples Church of the Harvest Church of God in Christ on Chicago’s westside for over 47 years. This is where he constructed a $1.3 million dollars worship and community service facility on the Greater Westside near the grounds of the church. Dr. Eaddy received his formal undergraduate education in Business Administration and Theology, in the Chicago City Colleges & Moody Bible Institute, respectively. He has successfully completed independent studies in business management, community development, project and construction management, as well as continued education in religious studies through institutional workshops and conferences. In 2009, Superintendent Eaddy received an honorary Doctorate in Divinity degree from St. Thomas Christian College & Seminary, in Jacksonville, FL, and in 2019, received an honorary master’s in divinity degree from the C.H. Mason/William Roberts Bible College in Chicago, IL.

Through his leadership, the People’s Church has offered before and after school care, tutoring, computer literacy, career counseling, summer youth employment, back-to-school grants, HIV AIDS awareness, drug abuse prevention & anti-violence activities, rental assistance, emergency aid, information and referral services for destitute families, food distribution, financial literacy and utility bill payment assistance for seniors and disabled individuals.

 

“Bishop Eaddy’s lifelong commitment to intellectual and spiritual rigor has benefitted countless individuals from all levels of society. For decades he has ministered to the spiritual and material needs of his community. He has exemplified the humility and courage of a true servant of Christ. He has focused himself to the needs of many who are challenged with issues of human dignity, lack of healthcare, and so many other wounds that afflict our society.’” says Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyers-Ervin.

 

Dr. Eaddy, as President of the Peoples Community Development Association of Chicago, Inc. (PCDAC) since 1999 has extended an ex-offender re-entry program - Philemon Restoration Project (PRP), to provide job training and placement in Custodial and Building Maintenance, Computer Literacy & Life Skills. Since its inception, PRP has served 4,300+ hard to employ individuals who lack marketable skills & those returning home from the Illinois Department of Corrections. Currently, the ministries and programs impact hundreds of persons annually, providing full & part-time employment positions. His apostolic mantle has produced 13 pastors leading congregations locally and other parts of the United States and hundreds of ministry workers. He has effectively compelled thousands over the years turning them to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

 

“Chicago has been blessed by the efforts of Bishop Eaddy in his role as a community leader. The Bishop has contributed much to the upward mobility of the African American community. He is considered a crown jewel in every sector of the city of Chicago and beyond. This appointment is well deserved and is greatly needed in our city. God is well pleased.” says Bishop Larry D. Trotter of the Sweet Holy Spirit Church of Chicago.

 

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon adds, “Bishop Eaddy has mastered the art of community development and economic empowerment. His efforts can be felt throughout Cook County. He has been relentless and steadfast in his compassion for people who are challenged with life’s obstacles. The appointment to Bishop is an honor to which Pastor Eaddy will carry with the utmost integrity and with a spirit of excellence.”

 

Bishop Eaddy was consecrated during the 118th Holy Convocation of the Church of God in Christ International. Over ten thousand Christiaan leaders throughout the nation and beyond have confirmed their attendance. Bishop Eaddy was officially installed and immediately began his duties as the Chief Prelate of the 1st Jurisdiction of the Church of God in Christ International.

 

Chicago Alderman Jason Ervin concludes, “Bishop Michael Eddy has been stellar in his contributions to the black and brown communities of Chicago. He has led with grace, integrity, and a love for all social classes. He is a true servant of God with an undying spirit to help his fellow man. I am profoundly grateful for his leadership and heart for our people.”

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