The Day of Pentecost is especially significant to Christians because on the first Pentecost after Jesus Christ's death, God established the New Testament church through the giving of the Holy Spirit. What is the church? What is special about the church? What makes up God's church? The word "church" is used throughout the New Testament to refer to those people who are called by God to receive salvation through Jesus Christ. There are promises that God has made to the church which are important to remember and consider on the Feast of Pentecost.

Mike Phelps

Pastor, United Church of God

Michael Phelps and his wife Laura, and daughter Kelsey, attend the Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Flint Michigan congregations, where Michael serves as pastor.  Michael and Laura both grew up in the Church of God.  They attended Ambassador University in Big Sandy for two years (1994-96) then returned home to complete their Bachelor's Degrees.  Michael enjoys serving in the local congregations as well as with the pre-teen and teen camp programs.  He also enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, and running.