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Kingdom Life International Fellowship

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<b>The Genesis</b>

The Genesis

In obedience to the divine call of God, Bishop J. Samuel Canion established Kingdom Life International Fellowship (KLIF) on September 1, 2024, following a season of prayer, consecration, and spiritual confirmation.

As pastors both nationally and internationally sought apostolic covering and covenant alignment, Bishop Canion accepted the mandate to provide spiritual oversight and leadership. What began as divine instruction quickly developed into a growing fellowship of churches united in doctrine, accountability, and Kingdom advancement.

On October 11, 2025, through the laying on of hands by Chief Consecrator, Archbishop Keith R. Wright, Sr.— Bishop J. Samuel Canion was consecrated to the office of Bishop and appointed Presiding Prelate and Chief Apostle of Kingdom Life International Fellowship.

<b>Upcoming Inaugural Holy Convocation:</b>

Upcoming Inaugural Holy Convocation:

The Inaugural Holy Convocation of the Kingdom Life International Fellowship will take place at our world headquarters located at Kingdom Life Temple of Deliverance in Sparta, New Jersey USA on Friday-Sunday, October 16-18, 2026.

What makes us different and why should I join the KLIF Family?

What makes us different and why should I join the KLIF Family?

1. Leadership Summits

How: KLIF facilitates National, Jurisdictional, and District level leadership summits aimed at equipping pastors and church leaders with sound leadership principles, ministry ethics, and practical tools for effective church growth. In September 2026 join the Presiding Bishop for the annual NEXT ERA SUMMIT taking place at our headquarters in Sparta, NJ and virtually.

Impact: Strengthened leadership capacity, increased loyalty to the fellowship, and renewed pastoral motivation.

2. Christian Education Teachers Training

How: KLIF offers structured Christian Education (aka Sunday School) training programs to equip teachers with biblical foundations, teaching methods, and child discipleship skills.

Impact: Strong spiritual foundation for adults and children, and helps to improve church growth and retention.

3. Evangelism and Church Planting Training

How: KLIF intentionally invests in training evangelists and church planters by empowering them with practical evangelism strategies, discipleship models, and church planting principles.

Impact: Increased soul-winning initiatives and expansion of the Kingdom through new churches.

4. Skills Training Through The Kingdom Impact Network

How: Through the empowerment arm of KLIF, the Kingdom Impact Network introduces practical skills training including catering, hairdressing and beauty, agribusiness, and garment making.

Impact: Economic empowerment of church members, financial stability for local churches, and increased ability of church members to support the local church’s vision through tithes, offerings, and development projects.

Our Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle

Learn more about our Presiding Prelate and Chief Apostle, a visionary leader dedicated to advancing God’s Kingdom and guiding His people with wisdom, integrity, and compassion.

Meet the KLIF Leadership Team

About the Kingdom Life International Fellowship

To uphold sound doctrine, and to establish protocol, liturgy, and order in the Body of Christ through Kingdom principles as instructed in the Word of God.

To activate gifts and callings with accountability to the Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle of the Kingdom Life International Fellowship as we grow and establish churches worldwide by acknowledging those that God has called by affirming apostles, consecrating bishops, appointing overseers, installing pastors, ordaining elders, affirming prophets and evangelists, and licensing ministers and missionaries.

To develop and train pastors and ministry gifts to effectively evangelize to the lost and to transform societies throughout the world by the power of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

At Kingdom Life International Fellowship, our beliefs are rooted in the Word of God, centered on Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, guiding us to live in faith, love, and unity as we advance God’s Kingdom together.

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<b>Preamble</b>

Preamble

We believe that in this present dispensation of Grace, made available through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, every believer is called to walk in holiness as a reflection of God’s righteousness and mercy. Grace is not a license to sin, but the divine empowerment to live a sanctified life, set apart for God’s purpose. 

Through the indwelling power of the Holy Ghost, we are enabled to resist the works of the flesh and to bear the fruit of the Spirit. We affirm that holy living is both the evidence of our salvation and the testimony of God’s transforming power within us. 

As Kingdom citizens, we commit to lives of consecration, purity, and obedience to the Word of God—pursuing holiness not by works, but by faith through Grace, for it is written: “Be ye holy; for I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16).

Ecclesiastical Governance and Disciplinary Structure

The Ecclesiastical Governance and Disciplinary Structure outlines the leadership framework, organizational order, and biblical standards that guide Kingdom Life International Fellowship in integrity, accountability, and spiritual excellence.

The Presidium:

General Board – The General Board is the governing body of up to 12 individuals, which includes the Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle, Vice Bishop, Supervisor of Women, and other General Board Members. The General Board members are directly appointed by the Presiding Prelate.

National Officers

All other national appointments

The Apostolic Council

General Board Members, Other Bishops, Other Apostles, and Other Overseers

Executive Board

All Fivefold Ministry Gifts

Jurisdictional Prelate: 

The Jurisdictional Prelate is appointed by the Presiding Prelate to preside over a certain jurisdiction or region to enhance the growth and stability of Kingdom Life International Fellowship within that jurisdiction. The Jurisdictional Prelate works hand in hand to fulfill the vision and mission set forth by the Presiding Prelate. 

Administrative Board:

The Administrative Board members are appointed by the Jurisdictional Prelate upon first consulting with the Presiding Prelate for approval. The Administrative Cabinet is there to help the Jurisdictional Prelate fulfill their duties and tasks as they see fit.

Preamble:

This policy is designed to maintain the integrity, holiness, and order of the Kingdom Life International Fellowship under the oversight of the Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle and in accordance with Scripture: 

“Let all things be done decently and in order.” — 1 Corinthians 14:40 (KJV) 

The purpose of discipline is correction, restoration, and protection of the flock.

Article I: Authority

The Presiding Prelate, as the Chief Apostle of Kingdom Life International Fellowship, holds the authority to implement disciplinary actions against any credentialed pastor or minister who violates: 

  • Biblical standards of conduct
  • Ecclesiastical order
  • Organizational bylaws
  • Moral and ethical expectations of ministry

Article II: Grounds for Discipline

  1. Moral Failure (sexual misconduct, addiction, abuse)
  2. Doctrinal Error (teaching or spreading unsound doctrine contrary to fellowship’s beliefs)
  3. Insubordination (refusal to submit to ecclesiastical authority)
  4. Financial Misconduct (misuse of church funds, fraud, theft)
  5. Character Misconduct (public scandal, divisive conduct, gossip, slander, abusive leadership style)

Article III: Disciplinary Actions

The Presiding Prelate, in consultation with the General Board (if applicable), shall determine appropriate disciplinary actions, which may include: 

(Level 1) Private Admonition - A verbal or written private correction, with expectation of change.
(Level 2) Formal Warning / Reprimand - Official written warning outlining misconduct, correction plan, and timeline for compliance.
(Level 3) Probation - Temporary ministerial restrictions. Requires counseling, mentorship, and accountability reporting to the Presiding Prelate or designated General Board member.
(Level 4) Suspension - Removal from all ministerial duties for a defined period. Restoration plan mandatory. Public announcement may be issued for the protection of the church.
(Level 5) Removal from Office - Termination of pastoral or leadership role; credentials revoked or suspended. Restoration possible but not guaranteed.
(Level 6) Excommunication / Disfellowship - Complete removal from the fellowship and public disassociation for unrepentant or egregious offenses.

Article IV: Restoration Process

In accordance with Galatians 6:1, all discipline seeks restoration. A pastor under discipline may be assigned: 

  • Personal counseling
  • Mentorship under a senior bishop, apostle, or pastor
  • Public or private repentance
  • Written commitment to future accountability 

Restoration is not guaranteed but is encouraged when genuine repentance is demonstrated.

Article V: Appeals Process

A disciplined pastor has the right to submit an appeal in writing to the Presiding Prelate and the General Board within 30 days of notification. 

The General Board shall review the appeal and render a final decision, which will be binding.

Article VI: Confidentiality & Integrity

All disciplinary matters are to be handled in confidentiality, unless public disclosure is necessary for the protection of the congregation or the integrity of the fellowship.

Closing Scripture

“Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.” — Matthew 18:15 (KJV)