BIO 

DISTRICT ELDER DON DEREK SORRELLS, TH.D.  is a dynamic disciple of Christ who preaches a powerful but sensitive message of Hope and deliverance from sin through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A man of God that believes there remains a remnant of God's people, who  are called out, and called upon, for such a time as this. An Evangelist of who preaches the infallible gospel of Christ that has expanded over 25 years of ministry.

Elder Sorrells has been happily married for over 30 years to his devoted wife, Regina who is his inspiration. He is blessed with three outstanding children,Santwon,Sonya,and Sabrina whom I love very much. District Elder Sorrells receive the Holy Spirit into his heart over 25 years ago, drawn by the call of his Lord.          

District Elder Sorrells focus is to bring lost souls to Christ, by preaching Christ gospel into the hearts of the Seeker, who's been deceived by the voice of Satan in these last days. His Evangelistic purpose is to preach a comprehensible gospel to the hearer ,which they can apply wholly  to their life.  

District Elder Sorrells is the Pastor and Founder of Ekklesia Temple Apostolic Church in Fairfield Ohio. Was a faithful servant for over 28 years under the Pastoral of the late Bishop Donald Sorrells D.D.

  MINISTRY CREDENTIALS

 1. Elected the Apostolic Assembly of Christ National Youth President for the terms of 2005 - 2008.        

2.  Served on the AA of C National Youth Department planning committee from 1991 to 2000.

3. Was acting AA of C National Youth Board of Director, in charge of Operation and Security between 1997 to 2001.

4. Served as a Central District Council,Brotherhood, Asst.Chairman, Brotherhood Chairman,Youth Asst.Chairman and Youth Chairman between 1996 to 2000.

5. Received a Master of Theology Diploma from the Christ Temple Bible Institute.

6. The Author of the book "Knowledge of the Way"

7.Taught numerous classes and seminars of theological subjects at all levels.

8. Currently is the Editor of local church's TV broadcast "The Christ Temple Hour" (2001 to present).

9. Served as a Deacon for 4 years at local church.

10.Received a Doctor of Christian Education Degree from University of International Apostolic of Grace and truth.

11. Ordained a District Elder on July 5th 2007 in Merriville, Indiana at the Apostolic Assemblies  of Christ National Convention.