The Church of God of Prophecy is celebrating the election of National Bishop Dr. Woodley C. Thompson as First Vice President of the Bahamas Christian Council, a historic milestone marking the first time a Church of God of Prophecy leader in The Bahamas has been elevated to this level of ecumenical leadership.
The Bahamas Christian Council, founded in 1948, is one of the oldest and most influential ecumenical bodies in the Caribbean, serving as a unified Christian voice in national life across The Bahamas. Bishop Thompson’s election positions the Church of God of Prophecy to contribute more directly to conversations related to national ethics, public policy, community well-being, Christian unity, and spiritual renewal.
Presiding Bishop Tim Coalter celebrated the appointment, saying, “Bishop Thompson’s election as First Vice President of the Bahamas Christian Council is a historic and joyful milestone for the Church of God of Prophecy in The Bahamas. This appointment reflects faithful leadership, opens new doors for Kingdom collaboration, and strengthens the church’s witness in helping shape a Christ-centered future for the nation.”
Leaders in The Bahamashave emphasized that this moment aligns with the church’s national vision, “The Spirit-Led Reconciliation of People to Christ through One Faith, One Family, One Future.” They described the appointment as a sacred trust and a strategic opportunity for the advancement of the gospel throughout the nation.
Bishop Thompson’s new role is being recognized as both a personal honor and a broader affirmation of the growing impact of the Church of God of Prophecy in The Bahamas. Congratulations, Bishop Dr. Thompson!