Our history
It began with prayer.
A small gathering of pastors became a fellowship with a shared heart for the Church.
APEPT began when a small group of pastors started meeting each week to pray. As they gathered, they found a growing unity in the Spirit that strengthened their ministries and their lives.
A place to encourage one another
Those prayer meetings became a place to share vision, pray for local churches, and minister to one another. What began as a regular gathering revealed a deep need for fellowship and spiritual support within the body of Christ.
Recognizing the gifts of Christ
The pastors saw a need for a fellowship that recognized the continuing work of the fivefold ministry. They wanted to support those gifts and provide credentials for ministers called to help the Church mature and equip believers for service.
April 1999
A fellowship takes shape
APEPT became an Iowa not-for-profit corporation in April 1999.
Carrying the vision forward
That foundation of prayer and relationship continues to shape APEPT’s vision: ministers serving together, encouraging one another, and strengthening the Church.
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