Church On The Rock International

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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
We believe that the Son, true God and eternally begotten of the Father, took human form as Jesus Christ and was born of the Virgin Mary. He possessed two complete, perfect natures of God and Man. He suffered, was crucified, died, was buried, descended into Hell, and rose again on the third day to cleanse the sins of all men for all eternity.
The Bible
We believe in the divine inspiration of the Bible: Old and New Testaments. It was written by men under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and is free of error. The Bible is sacred truth used to guide us in action and belief.
Baptism of the Holy Spirit
We believe that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is an endowment of power available to every Christian at or subsequent to conversion. Through the laying on of hands spiritual gifts may be manifest such as, but not limited to, prophesy and tongues.
Water Baptism
We believe water baptism is not only a sign of repentance but also a sign of regeneration and re-birth into the Church where forgiveness, faith and salvation are visibly signed and sealed.
The Holy Spirit
We believe in the Holy Spirit, true God and eternally proceeding from the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ and also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides Christians with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, spiritual gifts and guidance in doing what is right.
Salvation
We believe that Salvation is a gift from God to man and that it is only available through faith in Jesus Christ. Only by believing in Jesus Christ as God’s final sacrifice can man be saved from sin and an eternity in Hell.
Lord’s Supper
We believe the Lord’s Supper is a sign of our redemption by Christ’s death as long as the recipient does so worthily and with faith. We partake the Bread and Cup not only as symbols, but spiritually partake of the Body and Blood of Christ. Through the Lord’s Supper we grow closer in our union within the Church and with Jesus Christ.

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.