MEET OUR PASTORS
MEET OUR PASTORS
Dr. Gwendolyn G. J. Weeks has dedicated her life to ministry and education, achieving significant milestones in her career.
Dr. Weeks was saved at age 6 and received her first call to the ministry at age 12. She graduated from Springfield College, Rhema Bible Training Center, in Chicago.
Service and Leadership in Ministry: Dr. Weeks served in various roles under her father, Bishop Thomas J. Weeks, and was ordained by the PAW in 1988. She was a First Lt. Chaplain in the Army National Guard and became Pastor of Bethel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church in 1994. She held several leadership positions within the PAW, including being the first female chairperson of the Northeast District Council.
Historic Elevation and Current Role: In 2017, Dr. Weeks was elevated to Diocesan Bishop and assigned to the PAW Eastern Cape, South Africa. In 2021 Dr. Weeks crafted a wonderful book inspired by the Holy Spirit called “The Penny Picker Upper (The Currency of Souls). In 2023, she became the first female PAW domestic Diocesan, continuing her commitment to serving God and her community.
In 2025 Dr. Weeks continues a great work as God has assigned her to walkout a missionary journey. Dr. Weeks and her teams of missionary leaders have ushered countless souls to Christ and baptized many in the name of Jesus Christ. In 2025 Dr. Weeks journeyed to Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and South Africa, feeding the hungry, providing medical treatment, preaching, teaching, and educating pastors and leaders, while leading countless souls to Christ.
Dr. Bishop Gwendolyn G. J. Weeks
Upcoming Africa Fall Mission Trip
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Africa Missions Trip 2024
Associate Pastor Elder James Fenton
Pastor James Fenton has been a dedicated member of Bethel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church (BTPC) for over 50 years, serving in various capacities and leadership roles.
Pastor Fenton has served under former Bishop Thomas J. Weeks and currently under Bishop Gwendolyn G. J. Weeks. He has held roles such as Senior Deacon and now serves as Associate Pastor.
Pastor Fenton oversees building management for the City of Judah campus ministry and leads the Men of Bethel (MOB) men's ministry. He ensures the maintenance of multiple buildings and supports various church activities. As Associate Pastor, Fenton serves as a key leader wherever needed.
Mentor and Spiritual Father: Pastor Fenton guides young men, women, and teenage boys as a spiritual father coaching many through life challenging moments, using wisdom with a practical, God-centered approach. He emphasizes leading by example and balancing responsibilities between home and ministry.
Pastor Fenton, like John the Baptist, walked as a great supporter of Jesus Christ, with humility and great strength. He aims to walk in such a way that the Lord will say, “Well done, my good and faithful servant”.
Finally, Pastor Fenton believes that it is not for man's glory that we serve, but unto the Lord for the edification of His people and the growth and guidance of their God-given talents and gifts.