Bishop Arthur C. Naylor, Pastor
First Lady Barbara Naylor
The Reverend Arthur C. Naylor was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey and grew up in Newark, New Jersey.
Anointed preacher, teacher, evangelist and pastor, Reverend Arthur C. Naylor serves as the Senior Pastor and founder of the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church in Hamilton Square, New Jersey. He has faithfully ministered to God's people for the past 23 years. With a commitment to evangelism and obedience to the Lord, he has acquired the ability to be an effective pastor, leader and administrator in a church where there has been tremendous growth. Established in 1988, the church began with a very small congregation including his wife, youngest daughter, and himself.
Pastor Naylor envisioned an increase in ministry and expanded services to the community as a result of early church growth. In 1995, the church ventured out to a new location in Hamilton Square, New Jersey. However, history once again repeated itself in November 2009. As the church rapidly grew, God opened another door to relocate to a larger building in Lambertville, New Jersey.
Throughout the years of growth and transition from one location to the next, Pastor Naylor has always remained focused on evangelism and reaching our lost world. He is the shepherd of over 600 members and the Superintendent of the New Jersey Metro District of the United Pentecostal Church International, Inc.
Pastor Naylor spent his early days as a new convert to Christ under the leadership of the late Reverend Frank Davis in Montclair, New Jersey, and later under the leadership of Pastor Calvin Enlow of New Destiny Family Center in Highland Park, New Jersey. As the Lord led, he shared the gospel of Jesus by doing as many as three to four home bible studies per week. He developed a sincere love for the Word of God early in his Christian journey and felt that he wanted nothing more than to be obedient to Christ and to share the good news as much and as often as possible. This principal has followed him throughout his ministry as he's spread the gospel in several other countries and continents: Ethiopia, Liberia, Canada, Philippines, Israel and Europe.
Prior to accepting the Lord's call into ministry, Pastor Naylor was a successful computer programmer and entrepreneur. He is the epitome of the cliché "God uses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes". His life story is one of tragedy to triumph and poverty to prosperity. Through these life experiences, God prepared and equipped him with the skills and leadership abilities that are necessary to shepherd his flock. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Christian Leadership from Philadelphia Biblical University and was bestowed a Doctor of Divinity Degree from St. Thomas Christian College; a religious scholar of standing and distinction.
Yet in spite of his numerous credentials, Pastor Naylor is a humble, praying man of God, who makes himself available to everyone. Those who have had the opportunity to talk with Pastor Naylor leave the conversation having felt his warmth, compassion and genuine love for people. He spends countless hours counseling, encouraging and teaching both lay persons and pastors.
His timely arrival to the kingdom of God and his obedience to His Word, brings to the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church family many answered prayers. Pastor Naylor’s ministry has been characterized as challenging the congregation to be a living witness for Jesus Christ and to deepen their own personal relationship with their Lord and Savior. His personal faith goal is to "work hard to model discipleship of Jesus as best as I am able through my prayer life and study of the scriptures”.
Pastor Naylor is married to Barbara Naylor and has 6 children and 14 grandchildren. If one were to ask his wife how he finds the time, strength and energy to accomplish all that has been assigned to him as a husband, father grandfather, brother, friend and pastor, her response would be: "The joy of the Lord is his strength".
Contact: revnaylor@1stpentecostal.org
Bishop Naylor Sermons
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Minister Ruben Christie
Wife, Melissa Christie
Minister Christie settled in NJ in early 1994 after accepting a position out of college with General Electric. In a search for a church home, he looked through a "special Sunday issue" of the newspaper featuring all churches / denominations in the Mercer County area. After visiting a few on the list under the Pentecostal heading, he visited FPPF on East State Street where the power of God was electrifying from the pulpit to the pews. He was baptized in Jesus name on July 15, 1994 prior to taking a business assignment overseas in China.
While away on assignment, he decided to marry his college sweetheart Melissa who had recently relocated to NJ to join GE as well. They married on October 14, 1995 in Hamilton, NJ by Pastor Naylor and have been faithful servants in the ministry ever since. Over the years, Minister Christie has held key leadership positions such as Youth Ministry Leader, Sunday School Director, Men's Ministry Coordinator, and most recently Singles' Ministry Leader. Minister Christie has been a Sunday School teacher for over 10 years and has taught every age group from beginners to young adult. His passion is to teach the complex in simple terms.
The Christie's currently reside in Pennsylvania and have three children; Amaya, Ruben Jr. and Preston.
Contact: rchristie@1stpentecostal.org
Minister Christie Sermons
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Minister Kendall Hendrick
Wife, Sonia Hendrick
Minister Hendrick, graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University and current member of the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society of New Jersey was baptized into the Body of Christ and the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church Family December 19, 1993. The first active role he had in the ministry was being a Sunday School Teacher. He counted it a great honor to be asked by Dr. Naylor to teach. Shortly after his conversion, his girlfriend at the time followed him and was baptized as well. Her support and behind the scene service she renders to others has been a personal inspiration to him. They currently celebrate 14 years of marriage, and have been blessed with three daughters Imani, Azariah and Kendalyn.
Since his membership, he has served such rolls as: Sunday School Assistant Superintendent, Evangelism Team Coordinator, Camp Director, Sunday School Teacher, Campus Ministry Coordinator and Bible Quiz Director. However, long before he served in these roles he was a dedicated saint driven by teaching bible studies and evangelism. He remembers clearly the times he pulled out his chart in homes, parks, corporate conference rooms and even street corners. One of his favorite passages was from Paul as he encouraged Timothy to "Fight the Good Fight of Faith, do the work of an Evangelist making full proof of the ministry".
He encourages all to stand fast in these final hours, and support and pray for the ministry along with the Pastor his wife and family.
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Minister Reginald Lorjuste
Wife, Artricia Lorjuste
Minister Reginald Lorjuste is the Youth Pastor at the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church. He works very closely with Bishop Naylor and Youth Leaders to create a synergistic and Spiritual atmosphere for our Youth. Minister Lorjuste is currently serving as the New Jersey Metro District Youth President.
Raised in Brooklyn, New York, he lives with his wife, Artricia and two children, Genesis and Macaiah in Bordentown, N.J. Observing the reverence they have for God, family structure, and love gives confirmation that God is real.
He graduated with a B.A. in Communications from Rider University in 2000 and was awarded the Rider University Excellence Award in 1999 for his community service and academic achievements.
The practical experience, combined with marrying into an anointed, Holy Ghost filled family, gave him a better understanding of his divine calling, and a broader perception of what it means to be involved in Christian Ministry.
As his relationship with God progressed, he showed his love for Him through devoted service in the church. He is a very humble person.
Minister Lorjuste is an anointed man of God, with a great passion to see the purpose of God fulfilled in people's lives. All audiences of all ages enjoy his ministry; his knowledge of the word through the gift of the Holy Ghost has made him a force to be reckoned with at First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church and many have come to know he is a vessel used by God, and much more is for his life is coming to fruition.
His greatest desire is to see people (especially the youth), replace drugs, alcohol and other worldly lusts with the blood and love of Jesus Christ. He sees the potential and talents that God has given them. His prayer and vision is to lead our young people in a revival that the state of New Jersey has never seen.
Contact: rlorjuste@1stpentecostal.org
Minister Lorjuste Sermons
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Minister Alameen Spells
Wife, Aisha Spells
Minister Alameen A. Spells, born on September 25, 1979 in the living room of a loving home in South Jamaica, Queens, New York to George T. Spells and the late Carolyn J. Spells. Being raised in a Christian home, Minister Spells received the baptism of the Holy Ghost at the tender age of 5 years old.
Minister Spells was educated in the New York public school system graduating from the Springfield Gardens High School and furthering his education receiving an Associates Degree from Nassau Community College majoring in Mortuary Science. After obtaining his degree and completing a state required apprenticeship he is now a licensed Funeral Director in the State of New York and is in the process of being licensed in the State of Pennsylvania.
Being reared in the apostolic faith and taught the fear of the Lord, he heard the voice of God calling him into ministry at the age of 9 years old. Accepting the Lord's call he was appointed a minister at the age of 14, in the year 1994. He was later ordained a licensed minister in 2001. In 2006 he was licensed by UPCI and the New Jersey Metro district under the Leadership of his Pastor, Bishop Arthur C. Naylor.
During his service for the Lord, (preaching revivals, doing baptisms, evangelizing, teaching home and church bible studies) God had a gift waiting for him a wife. On June 20, 2004 God sent Sis. Aisha Marshall to the Church and started a home bible study and almost two years later they were joined together in holy matrimony.
After meeting Sis. Aisha Spells, God saw it was fitting for the two of them to relocate to New Jersey and start a life together. Now being members of the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church it is counted as an honor to work under the leadership of Bishop Naylor and Sis. Naylor. Minister Spells serves as an altar care worker, youth leader, member of the men's choir, transportation ministry, drama ministry, and an ordained minister. We are serving God looking forward to see revival in this latter day as we await the return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Contact: aspells@1stpentecostal.org
Minister Spells Sermons
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Minister Warren White
Wife, Belinda White
Minister Warren W. White was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. His country roots go back to South Hill, Virginia, and he is thankful to God for his loving and nurturing parents.
With a burning desire to serve the Lord, in July 2004, he was baptized and later received the Holy Ghost in August 2005 at First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith of Church under the leadership of Bishop Arthur C. Naylor. His is a first generation Apostolic Pentecostal.
He met Sis. Belinda A. Bellamy and was married in June 2005. She is the bone of his bone, flesh of his flesh. She being a woman of God, has always been very instrumental in encouraging him to follow the plan God had for his life, not his own will.
Minister White not only excels educationally, but spiritually as he aspires to obtain a much higher level in God's knowledge and service in the Kingdom. He likes this saying, "Being humble is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less."
Minister White is presently the Director of Security and Van Ministries. He is a highly regarded servant with a humble spirit. He also serves in the Men's Chorus, Altar Care, Assistant living home servant, and Evangelism Team. He has a love and passion for teaching home Bible studies. "It saved me and I believe I must pass it forward as long as the Lord sees fit to continue to give me breath and words to speak."
He is very instrumental in re-directing the youth to a higher level of motivation as young people within the church and community.
You often see him sitting on the edge of his seat, Bible in hand, waiting to feast on the word of God. He loves the Lord very much, and has proven that prayer and the Word is the only true connection with our Lord Jesus Christ.
He is powerful and bold in his walk with God!
Contact: wwhite@1stpentecostal.org
Minister White Sermons
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Minister Wayne Wyatt
Wife, Nicola Wyatt
Minister Wayne Wyatt was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, W.I. He migrated to the United States on February 19, 1982. He is proud to acknowledge his strong upbringing and loving relationship with his praying mother who prayed him into the Kingdom.
In February 2002, Minister Wyatt was licensed by the UPCI (United Pentecostal Church International). He is our Pastor's Armor Bearer and Assistant and is totally submissive to him. He is the director of the Evangelism/Outreach team, Prison and Nursing Home ministries. While holding these positions, he is a member of the Mens Choir, Mass Choir, Baptismal Committee, Trustee Board, and teacher of our New Members Discipleship Level 2 Class.
Minister Wyatt's journey began on March 17, 1996 when he became a member of the First Pentecostal Prayer of Faith Church (FPPF). He received the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior, and was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ on February 1, 1997. He later received the gift of the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in other tongues. It is at the FPPF church under the tutelage of Bishop Arthur C. Naylor where Minister Wyatt received his spiritual foundation and development. Since his conversion, he has been totally committed to serving the Lord. It was through his faithfulness and dedication that the Lord called him to preach the Gospel. He demonstrates a relentless desire to see souls saved by preaching and teaching the word of God with anointing, authority and passion.
Minister Wyatt is married to the beautiful and talented Sis. Nicola Wyatt an anointed woman of God. Sis. Wyatt is a faithful servant in the Kingdom and is involved in several ministries which include being the director of the Praise Dance Team. She keeps things together while Minister Wyatt attends to his usually busy way of life. They are the proud parents of two sons, Nacir and Richard.
Contact: wwyatt@1stpentecostal.org
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