Praise the Lord! Congratulations Are in Order—Twice!

Praise the Lord! Congratulations Are in Order—Twice!

Introducing the New Diocese of the Central District Council

Bishop Aaron J. Batiste Sr.

We joyfully celebrate and congratulate Bishop Aaron J. Batiste Sr. on this blessed elevation.

And again, we rejoice as we prepare for May 16, when we will gather for the Installation Service of Bishop Aaron J. Batiste Sr. and Lady Lashana Batiste as Pastor and First Lady of Apostolic Church of Christ, Springfield, IL. To God be the glory for what He has ordained.

Psalm 75:6–7 declares:“For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.”This powerful truth reminds us that true advancement does not come from human influence, position, or geography—it comes from God alone, who sovereignly appoints and elevates His servants in His perfect timing.

Today we honor God’s choice, celebrate His faithfulness, and stand in full support of

Bishop and Lady Batiste as they step into these new assignments.

Congratulations, Bishop Aaron J. Batiste Sr. To God be the glory for the great things He has done.