The House of Praise Christian Revival Center, Inc. (HOPCRC) is a non-denominational Christian church which was established in April 1989 by Jesus Christ and nine Founders.
The House Of Praise Christian Revival Center, Inc. is established as a beacon in the community and the world as a place of worship, rest, fellowship and guidance for all...."
We are located within the township of Riverhead, Long Island, New York.
We PRAISE because it is an act of adoration for OUR GOD. Praise is an inward and outward expression of our thankfulness and relationship with JESUS THE CHRIST. WORSHIP is a reflection of the deep inner commitment to CHRIST. There is no greater honor than to Praise and Worship while doing HIS will.
This is the name that was given to us by Divine Inspiration. The name is a signal of what we actually do. We ARE a House of Praise that Revives Christians. We are a resting place for Christians who praise or wish to praise GOD. Without rest or without a place to 'rest' (to express your deep inner longing to praise God), you cannot fully function as you were created. Birds praise GOD every morning with their songs. Animals constantly acknowledge the authority of GOD. Man is to Praise his CREATOR and acknowledge GOD's authority over him. All persons can praise; praise comes in a song, a dance, a word, a prayer, a movement: '...every thing that has breath' should praise the LORD!
Our Pastor is Rev. Mary A. Cooper who is the Bishop of five congregations and the President of the Riverhead Clergy Council. The Riverhead Clergy Council consists of eighteen churches and thirty clergypersons.
Pastor Cooper is a native of Long Island, New York and has travelled extensively throughout the nation and overseas.
Her vision for the House of Praise Christian Revival Center, Inc. is that the core membership will all become Ambassadors of the Kingdom of Heaven. Her dream is that the entire Body of Christ will operate in the Power and the Anointing of the Holy Spirit.
She embodies the Great Commission which instructs us to "Go ye into all of the world and preach the Gospel to every creature." Mark 16:15.
"Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house; they will be still praising thee, Selah." Psalm 84:4
The officers of the HOPCRC are the embodiment of the five-fold ministry which has three separate and distinct purposes:a. Perfecting the saints - assisting in the maturation and completion of their Christian walk,b. Work of the ministry - for the passion and drive necessary to continue and complete the work of the ministry, and,c. Edify the body of Christ - to uplift, adorn, and enhance the Church. Five-fold Ministry "And He gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:" Ephesians 4: 11-12 "And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversity of tongues." I Corinthians 12:28 Bishop:"This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work." 1 Timothy 3:1"Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which He hath purchased with His own blood." Acts 20: 28 Pastor/Apostle:"Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds." 2 Corinthians 12:12 Prophet:"The Lord thy God will raise unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken;" Deuteronomy 18:15"I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put My words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him." Deuteronomy 18:18 Evangelist: "But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry." 2 Timothy 4:5 Ministerial Staff:Our Ministerial Staff includes the Associate Ministers, Prophet, Evangelists, Teachers, Deacons, Trustees, Clerk, and HOPCRC-based Missionaries. Deacons:"For they that have used the office of a Deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus." 1 Timothy 3:13 Trustees/Treasurers:"For I made treasurers over the treasuries,...: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren." Nehemiah 13:13 Elders:"Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. " I Timothy 5:17 Teachers:"The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto Him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest except God be with him." John 3:2 "Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, ( I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity." 1 Timothy 2:7
The membership of the House Of Praise Christian Revival Center, Inc. consists of persons who have had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, are water baptized, filled with the Holy Spirit, and are seeking to grow into the manifestation of the Fruit of the Spirit as spelled out in Galatians 5:22-23.
"But the Fruit of the Spirit is Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance: against such there is no law."
The geographical location of a member is not a barrier.
The various types of membership available are either watchcare or full membership. A watchcare member is a person who has expressed a desire to be affiliated with the HOPCRC while they are temporarily in the HOPCRC vicinity and/or they are still seeking a 'home' church. Watchcare members are free to bring their tithes, offering and gifts to the HOPCRC for the Lord's blessings. Additional criteria may be provided by the Pastor and Ministry Staff.
The duties of a member (both full and watchcare) include:
1. Pray for the corporate body.2. Be faithful in attending as many church services/events as possible.3. Ask God for direction and calling.4. Read the Holy Bible.5. Participate in Holy Communion.6. Support the church through tithes, offerings, and gifts.7. Ready and willing to share their gifts and talents.
