FAITHFUL LEADER

ishop Gregory S. Irvin, the people’s leader, serves in ministry in vast capacities, extending beyond traditional and physical church boundaries, to impact and influence lives. His approach and sincerity in sharing the message of faith have opened many doors for him to reach people in various parts of the world.

For more than 40 years, Bishop Irvin has diligently served as pastor, teacher and leader. He is currently the Pastor of Bethesda Apostolic Church in Urbana, Ohio. Prior to this, he faithfully served as the Senior Pastor of Greater Bethel Apostolic Assembly in London, Ohio. His unwavering love for people has produced thriving fruit within his local community and abroad.

A leader worth following, Bishop Irvin has extended his reach beyond the local church and has been actively involved in supporting and championing the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc. (PAW) and the Ohio District Council (ODC). Throughout his life, he has held several positions within the PAW including the chairman of the PAW International Missions Department (IMD). In this role, over $700,000 was raised for International Missions.

Bishop Irvin now serves as the Diocesan Bishop of the Puerto Rico District Council. Under his leadership, numerous pastors and their churches throughout Puerto Rico have joined the PAW and countless people have been blessed through missions outreach. The grace of God has granted him great success in each position, role and office that he has humbly served in.

As a devoted husband to First Lady Carmen Irvin, Bishop Irvin walks proudly in his first ministry of family. Together, Bishop and First Lady Irvin have raised two beautiful children into successful adults; April and Gregory II. They have impacted the lives of countless others through their many years of service.

He is loved and revered as a visionary man of faith whose life aim is often quoted, “Lord I’m striving to make 100; 99 1/2 won’t do.” His reputation and dedication precede him as he continues to deliver inspirational insights that change lives in changing times.