Bishop Curt E. Courtenay

  Overseeing Pastor

A brillantly creative business man and pastor to hundreds that comprise a diverse community of believers in Brooklyn, New York, Bishop Curt E. Courtenay entered pastoral ministry in May 2000 as the Senior Pastor of the Emmanuel Church of God.   Under his leadership, the Emmanuel Church of God with active ministries that focus on community outreach, worship and the arts, has become a model for the local church in the areas of liturgical dance, drama and the arts. 

 

  As CEO of Joshua Builders, a company he founded twenty-five years ago, Bishop Courtenay has become highly experienced in business management, financial planning, and organizational leadership. Also physically proficient in construction, with the ability to design, construct, and manage. His passion for building and restoring homes matches his love for people. His company has been the platform for young men to learn the trade and is credited with propelling many careers in the construction industry.  He is dedicated to empowering and nurturing all to be what God called them to be.

 

Bishop Courtenay, a product of the community in which he serves, was licensed as a minister in August 1995 under the Church of God of Cleveland, Tennesse. He previously served the Emmanuel Church of God as a Youth Pastor for over eight years.  As a choir director, worship leader and youth pastor, Bishop Courtenay has helped, counseled and encouraged many youth throughout the community, being efficient during critical moments of development.  Because of his rapport with old and young alike, he has been called a bridge builder between generations. Broadening his ministry, he became a certified chaplain and returned to school continuing his education in Biblical Studies at Logos Bible College. Bishop Courtenay, a member of PHIPA (The Potter’s House International Pastor’s Alliance), was ordained at the Potter’s House in September 2004, under the covering of Bishop T.D. Jakes, of Dallas, Texas.

 

Bishop Courtenay now provides spiritual oversight to other pastors and churches under ECCF (Emmanuel Christian Cultural Fellowship) which he founded in 2003 in pursuit of bringing balance to the body of Christ. Through this ministry he has shown dynamic leadership and counseling skills which positively impacts organizations and individuals domestically and internationally.

 

In 2010, Bishop Courtenay released his first book, "Balancing the Scales of Life."  He resides in Brooklyn, New York with his wife, Pastor Aracely Courtenay, and their three children, Gesai, Curt, Jr., and Kayris.

Pastor Aracely Courtenay First Lady/Assistant Pastor Pastor Aracely Courtenay, a native of the Republic of Panama, is a dynamic woman who has a passion for assisting the women of her community.  She pastors at the Emmanuel Church of God in Brooklyn, N.Y. alongside her husband, Bishop Curt Courtenay, who is the Senior Pastor.      Talitha Cumi Women’s Ministry is a ministry for women that Pastor Courtenay oversees.  Talitha Cumi means “Damsel Arise.”  It embodies her vision for women.  She holds 8 years experience in the field of property management and coordinated housing for low and moderate income families, especially for single mothers.  Her passion for women’s issues was birthed during her tenure as a property manager.  Her message is for women everywhere that no matter what difficulties may arise in a person’s life, the individual can rise above it.   As a full-time minister, Pastor Courtenay dedicates her life to encouraging, counseling and assisting women of all ages to arise out of their situations.  She is an inspiration because of her unique perspectives that allow her to relate to those who seek her for advice and assistance. Her expertise is instrumental in developing upcoming ministers to become community conscious in a time where fear and uncertainty about the future pervades our society.  She coordinates local and international food and clothing drives and a yearly back-to-school drive that distributes free school supplies to the community she serves.    Pastor Courtenay and her husband, Bishop Curt Courtenay, currently reside in Brooklyn, New York with their three children, Gesai, Curt, Jr., and Kayris.

Pastor Cuthbert Williams Christian Education/Ministry of Helps With a Doctorate in Theology, Rev. Williams has been an awesome educator in the body of Christ. His knowledge has equipped and indoctrinated believers in the Holy Word and in their personal lives. Rev. Williams continues to impact and bless ministries, leadership, and pastors aboard.

Pastor Jaime Holder Men's Ministry/D2bD Ministry Pastor Holder has been a member of the Emmanuel Church of God for over fifteen years. From the time of his salvation, he has been on fire for the Lord, and his passion continues to burn as he leads our Men and D2bD (Dare to be Different) Youth Ministries.  Pastor Holder continues to function as an exemplary model for believers, and through his life many have been encouraged and lead to know Jesus.

 

Pastor Ivonne Cave Altar/Praise Team As a member of the Emmanuel Church of God for over twenty five years, Pastor Cave has continually poured out her heart and time in the area of prayer through worship at Emmanuel. She leads our monthly Morning Glory worship service.   To this day, she continually works hard in providing  oversight in the areas of Altar Ministry, Baptism, and Praise Team.

Pastor Ricardo Phillip Spanish Educator Pastor Phillip has been a great asset in the Kingdom of God, not only in the Emmanuel Church of God, but in the whole body of Christ. His bilingual ministry has allowed him to impact individuals of both the English and Spanish language--leading them to the one and only Savior, Jesus Christ.

Pastor Darlene Day International Outreach                  Rev. Day is a catalyst for change around the world. Her ministry work takes the vision of Emmanuel to places in the world many will never have the opportunity to reach. She has ministered extensively throughout the United States and internationally.

 As each

has received a

gift, employ it

in serving

one another,

as good managers

of the grace

of God

in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10