Who We Are
Our Mission
To be a light in St. Thomas by cultivating a family-oriented church culture centered on prayer, biblical teaching, and community service. We strive to create a space where everyone is welcome to experience the grace of God and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Our Weekly Activities
- Sunday Morning Worship: Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. A time for family-oriented worship and biblical teaching.
- Wednesday Morning Prayer: Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 AM at the church for a dedicated time of community prayer.
- Mid-Week Service: Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM for deeper study and fellowship.
Community Outreach
- St. Thomas Food Pantry Support: We are proud to support our local food pantry with annual donations to help combat food insecurity in our neighborhood.
- Pastoral Care: We provide spiritual support and prayer for individuals and families throughout the St. Thomas area.
Our Pastor
Rooted in Faith.
Standing on Truth.
Alan Taylor's uncompromising way of teaching God’s Word: in-depth and with revelation, yet simple enough that anyone can understand, make his messages enlightening and life changing.
His teachings rivet your attention with his deeply rooted Biblical convictions and an ability to communicate the Gospel with power, signs and wonders following.
Upbringing & Drive
Originally from Alberta, Canada - Alan began his ministry there at the age of 19. He has received his Bachelors of Ministry from the National Church of God and his Doctorate of Ministry from New Life Bible College, he is also ordained under Dave Roberson Ministries.
For several years, Alan traveled with and served Dr. Norvel Hayes, including managing his ministry, Bible College, and sitting on his board of directors. Alan currently resides in Tulsa, OK with his lovely wife Christy and two children: Harrison and Ava. His evangelistic ministry takes him and his family throughout the US and to many other countries.
Alan has a passion to see people fulfill their call and fall in love with God. His heart of compassion to turn people to God is unquestionably revealed through the commitment of his everyday lifestyle and ministry. His services are filled with a presence of God’s peace that touches the lives of even the hardest heart.
He has the capacity to connect with people from all backgrounds and cultures, with a combination of the healing power of God and the teaching of the Word. He is a big believer that the healing power of God must be demonstrated not only in the church, but outside of its four walls. God’s desire is to equip every believer to walk in His power and to have victory in their personal life.
Our Family
Family First
Church is more than a building; it is a living, breathing family. At Family Prayer Centre, we prioritize genuine connection and fellowship. We believe that spiritual growth happens best when we are walking alongside one another.
Whether you are exploring faith for the first time or looking for a home church to plant your roots, you will find a loving community ready to welcome you, support you, and grow with you.
Core Convictions
The unchanging truths we stand upon.
The Bible is The Inspired Word of God
It is a revelation from God to man of His character, nature, and will. It was written by holy men who wrote as they were inspired by the Holy Spirit. (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; Hebrews 4:12).
The Trinity
There is one true God, triune in nature, composed of three separate and distinct personalities, The Father, The Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit, existing as one, singular Entity, perfect, holy and eternal. (John 1:1-5, 10-14; Matthew 28:18-20).
The Need for a Savior
Man was created good, upright and holy, but because of the transgression of Adam against God, the sin nature and spiritual death have been passed on to all humanity. The only hope of redemption for man is in Jesus Christ, the Son of God. (Genesis 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-21; John 3:3, 16).
The Gift of Salvation
Salvation and redemption only come through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Man can only receive this salvation and redemption through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. (Romans 3:24; John 3:3, 16; Romans 10:8-10; Ephesians 2:8).
Water Baptism
The ordinance of water baptism is a vitally important aspect of the life of a Christian and is a part of what Jesus commanded that believers observe. (Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:4; Acts 10:47-48).
Communion
Communion (the Lords Supper) is to be practiced in recognition of the sacrifice of Jesus for us. (1 Corinthians 11:24-26).
Baptism in the Holy Spirit
All Christians are entitled to, and should earnestly seek the Baptism in the Holy Spirit according to the command of our Lord Jesus Christ (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-5; Acts 2:38). With this Baptism comes the evidence of speaking in tongues, the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of the Gifts of the Spirit and their uses in the work of the ministry (Acts 1:8; Acts 2:4; 1 Corinthians 12:7-11). This wonderful experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth (Acts 2:38; 10:44-46; 11:14-16).
Divine Healing
Divine healing is provided through the sacrificial work of Jesus Christ and is appropriated by faith in Jesus and the work He has completed. (1 Peter 2:24; Matthew 8:16-17; Isaiah 53:4-5).
The Great Commission
All Christians have been commissioned by Jesus to continue the work He began on earth. (Matt. 28: 18-20; John 14:12; Mark 16:15-18).
The Call of God for You
The true Church is composed of everyone who has accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Each member of the Church has a specific and unique call of God for service and ministry to the body of Christ and for reaching the lost. (Ephesians 1:17-23; 2:19-22; 4:7-12; 1 Corinthians 12:12-28).
The Return
Jesus is coming again to gather all His Saints to be with Him forever. (1 Corinthians 15:51-52; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17).
The Punishment
Those who have rejected the redemptive work of Jesus Christ will suffer eternal separation from the Godhead. The devil and his angels, the beast and the false prophet, and anyone whose name is not found written in the Book of Life, shall be consigned to everlasting punishment in the lake of fire. This is the second death. (Revelation 19:20; 20:1-5).