Dear Co-Laborers,
Presiding Elder Clifton McDowell shared the announcement regarding the resignation of Rev. Dr. Matthew Quainoo as president of the National Inspirational Youth Convention (NIYC). While this news was unexpected, we understand that circumstances
sometimes necessitate such decisions. We extend our gratitude to Rev. Dr. Quainoo for his
willingness to serve and pray for him and his family in their future ministry endeavors.
This announcement may appear to be an obstacle to the forward motion of NIYC; however, I
choose to view it as an opportunity for us to re-imagine the future. Considering this
development, we have established an advisory council to assess the current state of our
national youth auxiliary and identify areas where we can strengthen our leadership and
operations. The comprehensive approach the advisory council has selected to evaluate the
needs and to provide recommendations for moving forward, will not only advance the national youth auxiliary, but serve as a potential framework for the future assessment of other auxiliaries.
We understand this news will raise questions and concerns about the future of NIYC. Keeping you informed is our top priority. Please submit your questions at niyc.org/contact. Information regarding the council's findings and recommendations, as well as the status of future events and programming, will be shared with you in due course.
The National Association remains committed to the continued success and growth of the
national youth auxiliary. We are dedicated to ensuring that it remains a vibrant and meaningful part of the association. Even more, we fully embrace this moment of our history as a unique opportunity to innovate, restructure, and reassess what youth ministry in the National Association looks like.
Let us come together in prayer and support as we navigate this challenging, yet optimistic time. We are confident that with your continued involvement and dedication, our youth auxiliary will emerge stronger than ever.
Believing God for the future,
Rev. Arnetta
Chief Operating and Development Officer
National Association of the Church of God
Auxiliary Council
Dr. Kevin W. Earley (Chair), Precious Earley, Rev. Marsha Gadsden, Pastor Javon Lue, Rev. Kerwin L. Manning, Rev. Kevin Osbourne, Rev. Tatum Osbourne, Rev. Jimmy Terry, Rev. Priscilla Williams
Focus Areas
The National Association Youth Ministry (Rev. Jimmy Terry, Chair)
National Youth Leader Development (Rev. Tatum Osbourne, Chair)
NIYC in 2025 and Beyond (Rev. Kerwin L. Manning, Chair)
2024 Youth Engagement (Dr. Kevin W. Earley, Chair)