Statistics

In 2007 the Pentecostal Church of God reported over 608,000 constituents, 4,823 churches and preaching stations, and 6,750 ministers in 58 nations. In the United States only, the Church reported 88,627 constituents, 1,158 churches, and 2,796 ministers.
In 2005 the Pentecostal Church of God reported over 630,000 constituents, 5,500 churches and preaching stations, and 7,200 ministers. In the United States only, the Church reported 117,000 constituents, 1,158 churches, and 2,936 ministers.
In 2003 the Pentecostal Church of God reported over 630,000 constituents, 6,300 churches and preaching stations, and 6,400 ministers. In the United States and Canada, the Church reported 104,000 constituents, 1,197 churches, and 3,144 ministers.
In 2001 the Pentecostal Church of God reported over 600,000 constituents, 6,300 churches and preaching stations, and 5,800 ministers. In the United States and Canada, the Church reported 102,000 constituents, 1,212 churches, and 3,313 ministers. 
In 1999 the Pentecostal Church of God reported over 600,000 constituents, 6,200 churches and preaching stations, and 5,700 ministers. In the United States and Canada, the Church reported 104,000 constituents, 1,237 churches, and 3,231 ministers.

Please Note:  Statistics change continually. The figures given are approximate totals based on reports received from the mission fields and churches. Some percentages have to be figured in because not all mission fields and churches report their statistics. Also statistics for the previous year will not be completed until March of the current year.

Beliefs

The Pentecostal Church of God believes the central affirmation of evangelical Pentecostal Christianity. It affirms the authority of Scripture, the Trinity, the deity of Christ, and humanity's need of salvation in Christ. The ordinances of the Lord's Supper and baptism by immersion are practiced. The Church affirms the baptism of the Holy Spirit received subsequent to the new birth which is evidenced by the initial sign of speaking in tongues. Foot washing is observed at the discretion of local congregations. Prayer for divine healing of bodily ills is a regular part of church life. The Pentecostal Church of God is not pacifistic but supports conscientious objectors in their search for alternative service. Tithing is advocated.

Organization

The Pentecostal Church of God has two corporate officers--the general bishop and general secretary--who are assisted by the director of World Missions, dirctor of Indian Missions, director of Home Missions, director of Youth Ministries, and director of Women's Ministries. A general council consisting of the corporate officers and six assistant general bishops from six divisions across the United States and a general board consisting of representation from 38 districts provide oversight. A general convention that represents the ministerial constituency of the Pentecostal Church of God meets biennially.

History

The Pentecostal Church of God was formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1919 by a group of Pentecostal leaders. They chose Rev. John C. Sinclair as their first chairman and the Pentecostal Assemblies of the USA as their name. That name was changed to the Pentecostal Church of God in 1922. The church has enjoyed steady growth through the years and has moved its international headquarters to Ottumwa, Iowa in 1927, Kansas City, Missouri in 1933, and Joplin Missouri in 1951.