Christian Life Apostolic Church

In July 1993, Rev. Benny and Sis. Wendy Alford, along with family members, paid a visit to a family in a particular community experiencing sickness. Following the visit, the family extended an invitation to the Alfords to start a church in their community.

Bro. Alford told them that he would speak to Rev. Albert Reid, Section 4 Presbyter. However, one of the family members was persistent in wanting Bro. and Sis. Alford to start the work. According to Bro. Alford, “Without pushing or demanding, God let it happen. We did a few things: God did many.”

The first service for this new work was in the home of Bro. Alford’s brother, and seven people were in attendance. Shortly afterward, they purchased a double-wide trailer, did a lot of remodeling, and then moved to the area in October 1993. The church eventually purchased 8.33 acres of land in Kemper County, the current location of the Christian Life Apostolic Church.

In early December 1995, the Mississippi District Home Missions Department sent 25 men who volunteered to help with constructing a new church building. At that time, Rev. David Tipton was the Mississippi District Home Missions Director, and Rev. Clifton Crosby was the Section 4 Home Missions Director. These 25 men were able to completely frame the building in two days. According to Bro. Alford, “This was such an awesome work of God. Men were working together for the glory of God!”

On March 9, 1997, Christian Life Apostolic Church had its first service in the new church building. Under Rev. Benny and Sis. Wendy Alford’s able leadership, the church continues to grow and experience the excellent presence of the Lord. Bro. Alford is the present pastor of the church.