Our Elected Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle: Bishop-Elect J. Samuel Canion
THE GENESIS:
In obedience to God our Elected Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle, Presiding Bishop-Elect J. Samuel Canion, established the Kingdom Life International Fellowship on September 1st, 2024. For several preceding months, many pastors had reached out to our Establishmentarian regarding affiliating their church ministry with the Kingdom Life Temple of Deliverance and submitting to him as their spiritual leader. After much prayer, consecration and consultation he decided to accept his calling from God.
UPCOMING EPISCOPAL CONSECRATION & INSTALLATION TO THE PRESIDING PRELATE OF KINGDOM LIFE INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP:
The Kingdom Life International Fellowship consists of multiple churches domestically and internationally that are under the apostolic covering by our Presiding Bishop-Elect J. Samuel Canion. The Episcopal Consecration to the office of Bishop and Enthronement as the Presiding Prelate and Chief Apostle of the Kingdom Life International Fellowship will take place on October 11, 2025 during the Inaugural Holy Convocation.
UPCOMING INAUGURAL HOLY CONVOCATION:
The Inaugural Holy Convocation of the Kingdom Life International Fellowship will take place at our world headquarters Kingdom Life Temple of Deliverance located at 389 Dover Chester Road, Lower Level # 1, Randolph, NJ 07869 on October 10-12, 2025.
The 2nd Holy Convocation will be held in Kenya (East Africa) in October 2026.
About the Kingdom Life International Fellowship
OUR PURPOSE:
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.
OUR MISSION:
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.
OUR VISION:
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 Grace.
Tenets of Faith
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).
Our Tenets of Faith:
1. The Scriptures
We believe the Holy Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is the final rule for faith, doctrine, and conduct (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21).
2. The One True God
We believe in one God—eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Ghost (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14).
3. The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ
We believe in the virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, vicarious death, bodily resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ, and His imminent return in power and glory (John 1:1-14; Acts 1:9-11).
4. The Salvation of Man
We believe salvation is by grace through faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ. All have sinned and need redemption, which is available only through repentance and faith in Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 10:9-10).
5. The Ordinances of the Church
We believe in three ordinances instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ and practiced by the early Church:
• Water Baptism by immersion in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, or in the name of Jesus, as a public declaration of faith and identification with Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection.
• Holy Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, is taken in remembrance of Christ’s suffering and sacrifice, and in anticipation of His return.
• Foot Washing, as demonstrated by Jesus, is a sacred act of humility, servanthood, and love among the saints. It is an ordinance of mutual honor and spiritual cleansing that exemplifies the heart of true discipleship.
Scriptures: Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:3-17
6. The Baptism of the Holy Ghost
We believe in the Baptism of the Holy Ghost as a separate experience from salvation, with the initial evidence of speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance (Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46).
7. The Church and Its Mission
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, commissioned to preach the Gospel to all nations, make disciples, and demonstrate God’s Kingdom in power, love, and truth (Matthew 28:18-20; Ephesians 4:11-13).
8. Divine Healing & Deliverance
We believe in divine healing & deliverance as provided in the atonement of Christ. This is a privilege for all believers and a manifestation of the Kingdom of God (Isaiah 53:5; James 5:14-15; Mark 16:17-18).
9. The Blessed Hope and Christ’s Return
We believe in the imminent rapture of the Church, the personal return of Jesus Christ, and the final resurrection and judgment (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:11-15).
10. Sanctified Living
We believe believers must live holy and disciplined lives, abstaining from smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, using illegal or mind-altering drugs, and engaging in practices contrary to biblical morality. We do not condone same-sex marriage, as marriage is divinely ordained by God as a covenant between one man and one woman. Our bodies are the temple of the Holy Ghost, and we are called to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world (1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Titus 2:11-12; Galatians 5:19-21; Romans 1:26-27; Genesis 2:24).
The National Ecclesiastical Hierarchy
The Presidium:
PRESIDING PRELATE & CHIEF APOSTLE
GENERAL BOARD - The General Board is the governing body of up to 12 individuals which includes the Presiding Prelate & Chief Apostle, 1st Assistant Presiding Prelate, 2nd Assistant Presiding Prelate, and other General Board Members. The General Board members are directly appointed by the Presiding Prelate from the Board of Bishops & Apostles or the Executive Board.
National Officers
GENERAL SECRETARY
ADJUTANT GENERAL
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
TRUSTEE BOARD
The Apostolic Council
JURISDICTIONAL PRELATES
OTHER BISHOPS
OTHER APOSTLES
Executive Board
ALL FIVEFOLD MINISTRY GIFTS
The Jurisdictional Ecclesiastical Hierarchy
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.
Ecclesiastical Disciplinary Policy & Procedures
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)
