What can be said about these two wonderful people of God?

They are two of God's chosen vessels called out to help usher God's people into the kingdom of heaven. February 22, 2005 will mark 30 years of commitment in marriage. They are the parents of three daughters, Deidra, Toray and Lajuana. Lajuana, the eldest daughter is married to Michael and together they have two children, Jaden and Gabrielle.

There are many things that could be said about the Butlers, but one of greatest things that could be said is that they actually live what they preach.

Bishop Roosevelt Butler, Jr.

His Flow
One of the most prolific men of God for this hour, Bishop Butler is a unique man who knows his calling. Not veering from the course that God put him on, the callings that are most evident on him are that of pastor and prophet. Though he is gifted to operate in all facets of the five-fold ministry, it is readily evident that his preeminent calling is that of a pastor. A pastor who holds a prophet mantle passed on from his former Pastor, the late Bishop Joe G. Sykes, Bishop Butler often uses this gift for the edification of the saints and to God's glory.

His Style
When it comes to preaching, Bishop Butler is unique. The proponent of the moving of the Holy Spirit, more often than none, Bishop stands up to deliver a sermon without notes or an outline, never to repeat the same exact sermon. Relying totally upon the Spirit, he always speaks a timely prophetic Word that ministers greatly to his listeners by just sharing the plain simple truth of God as God reveals it to him for that appointed time.

His Background

• Saved at age 18
• Called to the ministry in 1965
• Vietnam War Veteran
  • Conscientious Objector
  • Infantry Medic
  • Served on the front line without carrying a weapon
• Matriculated
  • Ewing High School, Ewing Township, New Jersey
  • Philadelphia College of the Bible, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Institute of Jewish Christian Studies, Dallas Texas
• In the ministry, he served under the late Bishop Joe G. Sykes, Spotlight Holy Temple, holding numerous positions for over 20 years
• Conducted Revivals and Street Meetings here and abroad
• Preached at many Churches, Prophetic Conferences and Summit Meetings
• Founded Higher Ground Interdenominational Church in 1988 with 9 charter members
• President of Project Refuge Community Development Corporation
• Operates as Teacher, Preacher and Prophet with a unique ministry for outreach, men and youth

First Lady Rita A. Butler

Her Flow
Of all the things that would be noticed about Lady Butler, the first thing would be that she is definitely a lady; a lady, indeed. The second thing one might notice would be her passion. Noticeably passionate about God, family and her vocation, one can readily see her untiring commitment towards excellence. She is the daughter of Bishop Frank Stephens & the late Mother Ella M. Stephens. In her ministry as First Lady and Evangelist, she works tirelessly beside her husband & pastor, Bishop Roosevelt Butler to see the vision come to pass.

Her Style
Anyone ever having an opportunity to listen to Lady Butler minister would probably say that she is very thorough, leaving no stone unturned. Through her dynamic ability and gifts of teaching and exhortation, she will lead you directly to the cross. One should never be fooled by her stature, after hearing her, you most definitely know that the Giant, in the person of the Holy Spirit who embodies her.

Her Background

• Saved at an early age
• Called to the ministry in 1984
• Church Administrator
• President of the Women's Ministry
• Entrepreneur (Interior Decorating & Consulting)
• Ministers at various churches, retreats, conferences, luncheons, and especially to women