A Chosen Vessel

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We declare with heartfelt certainty that God chose Apostle Douglas Jackson as a devoted vessel to carry out His divine plan through the founding of this great ministry. Through tireless dedication, anointed preaching, and mastery of the Holy Scriptures, Apostle Jackson—by God’s grace—establishedThe Apostolic Christian Fellowship Temple, Inc., a church grounded in truth and led by the power of the Holy Ghost.

His Spiritual Journey

In 1980, Apostle Jackson accepted the Word of God, he was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ and received the gift of the Holy Ghost under the leadership of Bishop Willie Warrick. He was soon ordained a Deacon, then as a Minister, serving faithfully in the Lord’s vineyard.  The Lord moved upon him to begin new works of compassion and evangelism.

A Ministry of Compassion

Apostle Jackson’s love for God’s people led him to establish a Hospital Ministry, where he ministered daily to the sick and shut in. The cries of the people moved him to fulfill Acts 2:42 through House-to-House Fellowship, leading many souls to repentance, baptism, and the infilling of the Holy Ghost.

Founding the Church

In 1982, under divine instruction, Apostle Jackson founded the Apostolic Christian Fellowship Temple, Inc. Since its founding, the church has remained a beacon of salvation, where countless lives have been transformed through baptism and the power of the Holy Ghost. He has faithfully Pastored this ministry for over 43 years, building a strong spiritual legacy.

Organizational Leadership

In 1990, Apostle Jackson joined the Evangelistic Churches of Christ, under the leadership of Apostle Lymus Johnson. He quickly rose through the ranks, serving in several leadership roles, including:

• New York State Youth Congress President (10+ years)

• State Revivalist & Meeting Organizer

• Ordained Elder & National Executive Secretary

• Ordained Bishop

• National Presiding Bishop (2008)

Through these roles, Apostle Jackson conducted powerful revival services where many were baptized in Jesus’s name received the Holy Ghost.

Recognitions and Accolades

Apostle Jackson’s faithfulness has been recognized by both the church and the community. He has received Proclamations, Citations, and Honorary Awards from:

      Honor and Dedication Award from The Evangelistic Church of Christ

• Proclamation from the Mayor’s Office of New York City

• Citation Award from the Office of the Borough President of Queens, NY

• Citation from the Mayor’s Office of Greensboro, NC

 

Educational Accomplishments

• A.A. in Liberal Arts Nassau Community College 1977

• B.A. in Christian Ministry – Regent University, Virginia Beach 2020

• Master Special Education - Regent University 2023

• Pursuing Doctoral of Education - Regent University 2025

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Family & Partnership in Ministry

Apostle Jackson is blessed to be married to Co-Pastor Lady Patricia Jackson, a virtuous woman of God and an anointed psalmist who faithfully labors beside him. Together, they havetwo sons.

• Elder Douglas Jr. (wife Crystal) of Tallahassee, FL,  

•  Brother Shawn (wife Jamila) of Greensboro, NC

• One spiritual daughter: Crystal James of Greensboro, NC

• Six cherished grandchildren

 

A Global Call

God has now called Apostle Jackson to a worldwide ministry, building and planting churches, empowering pastors, and strengthening ministries across the globe. As he continues to walk in divine purpose, we salute and honor the calling and commitment of Apostle Douglas Jackson.

“And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” — Jeremiah 3:15

 

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