About Us
We would like to take a moment to familiarize you with the Liberty International Network fellowship. Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church & World Outreach Ministries was founded in 1982 in Chicago, Illinois with 2 members. Since then, it has grown into a robust network of Liberty Temple Full Gospel Churches, covenant ministries, business entities and other affiliates that have a oneness of heart, mind and spirit and whose ultimate purpose is kingdom advancement.
We are an Apostolic fellowship, which means an Apostle provides oversight to the entire network, and the people reflect an apostolic nature of unity, sacrifice, and service. An Apostle is a sent one, a specially commissioned messenger of Jesus Christ. According to Ephesians 4:11; an Apostle, as well as other five-fold ministry gifts, have a specific purpose of equipping and perfecting the saints.
God has mandated my wife and I to equip and galvanize a team and an army of believers, prophets and teachers that will fulfill the great commission and demonstrate the same unity, power, love and family atmosphere as the church in the book of Acts. We are well on our way to being a witness in our homes, our communities, our cities, and the uttermost parts of the world.
If you sense the call of God on your life; if you are looking for answers; if you have a sincere desire to know God and to carry out His purpose, then you have come to the right place. We aren’t just building great churches, we are building great people, and we endeavor to do this one sermon at a time. On behalf of the entire Liberty International Network Family, thank you for visiting us.
Apostle Darlyn C. Turner President/Co-Founder Apostle Clifford E Turner – Founder
OUR MISSION
MUNICIPALITIES, MARKETPLACE & MINISTRY
- To reach every city, every nation by means of radio, television, satellite, or printed media
- To establish ‘life training centers’ in every major city and in every nation that educates, inspire and impacts every aspect of one’s life.
- To develop programs, seminars, conferences, plays, movies, and products that teach, train, and inform for the betterment of the whole person, with a particular emphasis to target the inner city, low-income segment, and the generally underprivileged.
- To establish a network of individuals, communities, nations, and businesses that provide the support system that aids the targeted segment physically, emotionally, and financially.
- To raise up ministers, prepare the Body of Christ for the Great Commission, equipping the saints for the work of the ministry; to train and release five-fold ministry.
- To establish and develop entities that aid in the support of the above, including:
Holywood Studios – a film and production company that focuses on wholesome and uplifting movies, plays, and various other forms of entertainment.
Denise M. Turner Foundation – A charitable organization that specializes in supporting various causes including AIDS research and training, breast cancer research, and engaging underprivileged youth.
Cedar Life Publishing – a Christian book publishing company that specializes in various spiritual, motivational, financial and self-help publications.
The Liberty International Network – a consortium of religious organizations and leaders that help to train, mentor, and inform on issues both religious and non-religious.
House of Liberty Records – an in-house musical recording studio and production company.
The Eagle Awards – an award and recognition process that recognizes those who have made exceptional contributions in their communities, businesses, and careers.
Billionaire Minds – an entrepreneurial mentorship program for the young and old to teach business acumen, and fiscal and social responsibility.
#SendMe – Missions Team. National and international teams that meet the dire needs of those suffering nationally and internationally,
The National Widows Association– a network to empower widows and women intentionally to gain strength from the community and pursue the most productive and meaningful life possible despite experiencing one of life’s most devastating events.
Kingdom University – A teaching and training university which includes courses, classes, mentoring and coaching on all life subjects, including ministry, business, health and more.
Liberation Culture – A young adult ministry and expression for the churched and unchurched to experience the love of God and His community in both traditional and non-traditional settings. Click here for more info
LIN Marriage Ministry – Our marriage ministry is dedicated to helping to foster healthy and whole marriages and relationships. Our trained facilitators and comprehensive curriculums are designed to enhance, prepare and repair marriages and families.
Naomi’s Corner – A network of fellowship, mentorship, and relationship among women to engage, expand, excel mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and financially.
Car Angels – A community outreach program dedicated to getting community angels their “wings”, the transportation they need to continue to serve their communities, continue their education, and improve their lives.
WHOLE LIFE (Singles Ministry) – Outreach dedicated to fellowship, support, empowerment, and wholeness to all singles.
MANDATE – A men’s outreach and mentoring auxiliary to provide support, empowerment, training, coaching, and education to both the young and old.
THE AWAKENING – An Emmy Award-Winning Series produced by Holywood Studios, is its own brand. Seen by an estimated 100 million viewers, This show that began over 25 years ago, and impacted its viewers with its raw betrayal of life, has developed school curriculums, plays, Sunday School lessons, documentaries, merchandise, events, and a live empowerment musical festival, and a movie.
What to expect
When you come to Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church or participate in any of our many affiliate events, you can expect the love of God and His power.
Anticipate a supernatural experience of wisdom, grace, and family. You will feel right at home as you engage with our apostolic community, empowering individuals, families, communities, and cities.
OUR HISTORY
The Liberty International Network was founded in 1999 by Chief Apostle Clifford E. Turner and Apostle Darlyn Turner, built upon the foundation that began with Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church of Chicago, founded by Apostle Clifford E. Turner and his first wife, Pastor Denise M. Turner in 1982, Apostle Turner was charged by God to not just build great churches — but to build great people. Having planted churches in 43 nations, launching one of the first Christian film companies— Holywood Studios (1985) built upon establishing a Christian school, Liberty Academy, and Logos Ministerial Training Center, Apostle Turner had a mandate, from God to gather an army of believers that would have a vision beyond the four walls of the church and recognize their gifting and callings extend to every aspect of society. The Liberty International Network was birthed with the launching of Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church of San Diego.
Since that time, The Liberty International Network has blossomed to a consortium of individuals, ministries, churches, businesses, and organizations with one goal —- for the love and power of God and His glory to be demonstrated in every aspect of Society.
The Liberty International Network has served thousands of individuals and families nationwide and internationally, naturally, spiritually, and financially through a variety of outreaches, programs and initiatives that include community health fairs, financial literacy seminars, food pantries, entrepreneurship programs, uplifting movies and films, girl scouts, coaching and mentoring programs, life application courses, Haiti Relief, Missions programs, school adoption initiatives, Car Angels program, and so much more.
The Liberty International Network is a “net” that “works”!
OUR BELIEFS
- We believe in one God….The Son and the Holy Spirit. I John 5:7
- We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, was conceived, died, buried, and resurrected. He ascended into Heaven and is now seated at the right hand of God the Father and is true God and true Man. Mathew 1:23 and Mark 16:19
- We believe that the Bible is the Word of God, fully inspired and written under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and is our rule of faith and practice. II Timothy 3:16.
- We believe that all are born sinners, the Holy Spirit convict of sin. The Lord Jesus Christ paid the price for sin by the shedding of His precious blood on the cross as the atonement for sin; and those who repent of their sins and personally accept the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior receive forgiveness of sin and life everlasting. Romans 3:10, I John 1:7, and Revelation 5:9.
- We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues as the Spirit of God gives utterance; that all the gifts of the Holy Spirit are valid and operative today, and that the fruit of the Holy Spirit should be increasingly evident in a Christian’s life. Acts 2:4 and I Corinthians 12.
- We believe that the redemptive work of the Lord Jesus Christ provides healing for our Spirit, Soul and Body. Isaiah 53:5 and I Peter 2:24.
- We believe that we should obey Jesus’ command to preach the gospel to all the world. Mathew 28:19.
- We believe as becoming good soldiers, there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female; for God is no respecter of persons. Galatians 3:28.
- We believe in and look for the personal return of the Lord Jesus Christ. I Thessalonians 4:16-19
- We believe that the Bible is correct (Proverbs 29:18). “Where there is no Vision, the people perish”. Therefore, we earnestly consolidate our efforts in carrying out the wonderful vision that the Holy Spirit has given to Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church.
OUR LEADERS
Chief Apostle
Clifford E. Turner,
Founder
Apostle Clifford E. Turner was a pioneering visionary leader way before his time. He began Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church and World outreach ministries in his mother in laws basement with two members —- his wife, Co-Pastor Denise M. Turner. and his brother.
Apostle Turner’s bold and inspiring messages and cutting edge approach to ministry was unheard of during his early days.
Launching his coffee house ministry in 1978, as well as pioneering husband and wife ministry teams, prophetic conferences, praise dance, and christian drama and film, Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church of Chicago soon became not only one of the fastest growing ministries of its time, but one of the most impactful in terms of shifting the culture of christendom, particularly in Chicagoland and abroad.
After 17 years of pastoring the church he founded in 1982, Apostle Turner and his wife, Apostle Darlyn Turner, founded The Liberty International Network. Apostle Turner established over 42 ministries overseas and over 20 locations and bible studies state wide. He was also a writer, producer and director.
His television series, The Awakening, won an Emmy Award and 4 Angel Awards.
Apostle Turner’s vision was that God’s Spirit was needed in every industry and aspect of society.
The Liberty International Network expanded to include individuals, organizations, businesses, schools, ministries and churches that desired to impact and take dominion in every aspect of society.
Apostle Turner passed away on January 16, 2018. Apostle Turners impact and legacy touched millions through radio, television, books, sermons, and his personal ministry, and continues to expand through both his natural and spiritual sons and daughters, and The Liberty International Network vision.
Apostle
Darlyn Turner,
Co-Founder/ President
After the death of her husband, Darlyn became the President of The Liberty International Network, a collaborative of ministries, churches, businesses, and individuals dedicated to the advancement of the kingdom of God extending to all sectors of society.
As a former executive of a Fortune 500 company, Darlyn has combined her experience, training, and skills to serve her community, mentor, and aid in the development of future leaders.
Darlyn is committed to upholding the standard of prayer, love, family, education and cutting edge advancement that marks the legacy of her late husband and the core values of The Liberty International Network.
Darlyn is also the President of Holywood Studios, a Christian film, and production company started by her late husband, Dr. Clifford E. Turner, the writer, producer, and director of the Emmy Award Winning series, The Awakening.
Apostle
Sheraine Lathon,
Senior Apostle/ Chief Administrative Officer/
Chief Financial Officer
Sheraine Lathon joined Liberty Temple in 1984. She was ordained Elder and Minister of the Gospel in November 1987. She has served as Administrator and Chief Financial Officer at Liberty Temple for over 20 years.
In December 1999, after 15 years of the then Elder Lathon’s dedication to God and the ministry, Apostle Clifford E. Turner, Ph.D. (founder and overseer of Liberty Temple and Apostle Lathon’s mentor/father in the gospel), ordained this dynamic ministry gift as Senior Pastor of Liberty Temple, Chicago. In 2010, Pastor Lathon was ordained Senior Apostle of the LIN Network.
Apostle Lathon specializes in teaching pastors, leaders, administration and the prophetic.
For more information about Apostle Sheraine Lathon or to purchase any of her dynamic teachings visit
Pastor
Earlie James,
Chief Operating Officer
Earlie James Jr. is an Author, Certified Leadership Coach, Teacher, Trainer, Speaker, Pastor and Recovery Coach.
His mission is to help individuals understand who they are and why they are here. To help them develop competencies that will enable them to release their voice, overcome life traumas, find their creative genius, and apprehend the life they were meant to live.
He is referred to by many as “the teacher,” because individuals are experiencing life on a higher level as a result of his teachings.
In addition to being the Chief Operating Officer, Pastor Earlie is the Senior Pastor of Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church of Philadelphia – West. Earlie resides in Philadelphia with his wife Rhonda and their son Ej. He can be reached online at
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