Church On The Rock International
About
Our History
COTRI was originally founded as Church on the Rock – North America to provide a network of related and churches and ministries.
From the original COTRI Bylaws comes the following excerpt denoting the vision imparted by God for the establishment of what would become a thriving, successful international ministry organization, a worldwide, mission-based network of thousand’s of affiliate churches.
“God has impressed upon our hearts that the local churches need to be related in some way; that a meaningful relationship, or partnership, should be established among them. We believe that Church on the Rock International ‘COTRI’, will provide an excellent opportunity for local churches all across the world to establish these relationships.”
COTRI was founded as Church On The Rock North America, and is made up of FELLOWSHIP, ASSOCIATE, PLANTED, and CHARTER churches as well as missionaries and organizations. It is our desire to fellowship with other churches and organizations of like vision, who are committed to reaching this generation for Christ.
Structure & Organization
Designation as a member in COTRI is qualified by an individual serving as either an active, contributing, supporting, domestic Pastor or an international Missionary / international (non-domestic) local church Pastor.
Church on the Rock International supports its members through its Operational Strategy / Core Functions:
Oversight & Advice
- Provide spiritual covering
- Provide spiritual accountability
- Provide ethical accountability
- Provide Church government counsel as requested
- Provide financial counsel as requested
- Provide mentoring
Engaging Opportunities
- Workshops / Seminars
- Biannual convention (alternate annually between regional and international convention at rotating host locations)
- Provide greater cohesion and unity through regional exposure
- Potential larger involvement with geographically closer locations
Global Outreach
- Local Church Planting
- Missions : Endorse featured missionaries + Provide mission opportunities
- Promotion (advertising members, website spotlights, etc.)
- Local churches and ministries included on COTRI map
- Special online tools to promote individual churches
What We Believe.
It is absolutely essential that every Christian understand the basic doctrines of Christianity. These principles form a foundation for further building. Only upon this solid foundation can the Lord build a beautiful, strong house that will stand for His glory against the wiles of the enemy.
We believe that there is one living and true God: who is everlasting, ever present, of infinite power, wisdom and goodness. He is the Maker, and Preserver of all things that are seen and invisible. He is present eternally in three Persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Jesus
The Bible
Baptism of the Holy Spirit
Water Baptism
The Holy Spirit
Salvation
Lord’s Supper
Our Team
COTRI President

Dr. Michael Maiden
“The gifts of the Spirit allow us to do the work of Jesus. The fruits of the Spirit allow us to become like Jesus.” – Dr. Maiden
Dr. Michael Maiden and Mary, his beloved wife of over 35 years, are the senior pastors of Church for the Nations in Phoenix, Arizona. Here he strongly and lovingly prepares God’s people for service in God’s Kingdom. The messages are always relevant, timely and life-changing as well as prophetic. He expands this role in his service to pastors the world over with prayer, direction, and support.
Dr. Maiden has earned both a Masters and Doctorate Degree in Christian Psychology. He has authored seven books including: The Joshua Generation: God’s Manifesto for the End Time Church, and his most recent book, Turn the World Upside Down, which speaks to this present generation about the next step to be taken .
COTRI BOARD & TEAM MEMBERS

Our board and team is comprised of many of the most faithful and influential leaders in the body of Christ, including:
- Dr. Lawrence Kennedy, Chairman
- Apostle John Benefiel,
- Dr. Jay Threadgill
- Ashley Evans of Influencers Church.