About Us

“But when he saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered broad, as sheep having no shepherd.” (Matthew 9:36). Being summoned from Flushing, New York by his Lord with these poignant words, Bishop Dr. Delford D. Davis returned to Jamaica to pioneer a work along with his wife, Reverend Petrova Davis and a team of twelve (12) individuals. Consequently, this magnum opus was inaugurated under a little brown tent in the Waterford community of Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica on April 24, 1983.

As the membership rapidly increased, upgrade to a wooden structure and relocation to Lot 1305 Manhertz Road, Waterford, followed in 1985. The severe winds of Hurricane Gilbert in 1988 annihilated the building, but God faithfully continued to add to congregation. It was then apparent that the Ministry had outgrown this location. Subsequently, a third and final move was in order to the now permanent and present Headquarters at Portmore Town Centre, St. Catherine. Over the years, Almighty God, being faithful to His Word, has been extending the boundaries of the Ministry, physically and virtually (www.pfmfamily.org), throughout the regions of Jamaica, North America and entire Globe.

In 2006, through divine appointment, Reverend Joycelyn Rose, Senior Pastor of the then Abundant Faith Ministries, Hollywood, Florida USA, engaged Bishop Davis in one week of revival. Being enthralled by his calibre of ministry and evident anointing, Reverend Rose expressed her desire for him become the Bishop of the Ministry. With intense scrutiny and consultation with the Lord, Bishop Davis and his wife, Reverend Petrova Davis consented to undertake this new endeavor and the Power of Faith Ministries International, Inc., Hollywood, Florida Assembly experienced its conception. This transition was successfully completed in 2007.

As the years progressed, Reverend Rose indicated her desire to demit the office of Senior Pastor. On August 4, 2011, Reverend Michael Hutchinson, his wife Exhorter Patricia Hutchinson and their children of the Headquarters Assembly, Jamaica were commissioned by God where he assumed the position of Senior Pastor. His installation was and continues to be enriching and affirming to the congregants, who desire to serve and grow in the grace and the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 is recorded as a historic milestone in the life of the Ministry when the good Hand of God opened the doors of favor for us to acquire our first Church property at 6337 SW 27th Street, Miramar, Florida 33023. On Sunday, July 22, 2012, as we worshipped for the first time in our own Sanctuary the apparent presence and power of the Spirit of the Lord was within our midst.

We continue to grow as a body of Believers forging ahead under the scripture theme “The people who know their God shall be strong and do exploits.” – Daniel 11:32b. To God be all the glory great things He has done. We stand with the assurance that greater things are still to come

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Our Statement Of Faith

We Believe:

In the verbal inspiration of the Bible.
In one God eternally existing in three persons; namely the Father, Son and Holy Ghost.
That Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of the Father, conceived of the Holy Ghost, and born of the Virgin Mary.
That Jesus was crucified, buried, and raised from the dead: that He ascended to heaven and is today at the right hand of the Father as the Intercessor.
That all have sinned and come short of the glory of God, and that repentance is commanded by God for all and necessary for forgiveness of sins.
That justification, regeneration, and the new birth are wrought by faith in the blood of Jesus Christ.
In sanctification subsequent to the new birth, through faith in the blood of Christ; through the Word, and by the Holy Ghost.
Holiness unto God

Mission

Our mission is to create an awareness of the abundant life Jesus offers to all; to foster its enrichment through spiritual and intellectual interaction enhanced by excellent service.

“I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly”.

Our Founders

Bishop Davis is one of Jamaica’s most loved and respected radio and television preacher who is aired on Love-101 FM and Love Television with the Voice of Power Broadcast and the Hour of Power Telecast. In addition, he established the first 24 hours per day Religious cable TV Channel 32 on the J.A.C.S. Cable Network.

Bishop Dr. Delford Davis, a man after God’s own heart, called and sent to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus, uncompromisingly, to everyone.

He was born in Mount Charles District, Mavis Bank, St. Andrew, then sooner moved to Portland where he spent his early boyhood days and then on to Kingston in his teenage years. It was during his teenage years that he became converted in 1971. From a life firmly rooted and grounded in the Word, he experienced rapid spiritual growth and maturity and availed himself to be mightily used of God. Cognizant of the call of God on his life, he further equipped himself for ministry work by pursuing Biblical studies at the Jamaica School of Evangelism; Tabernacle of Prayer Bible Institute, USA; International Correspondence Institute, USA and Jacksonville Theological Seminary, Florida, USA. His most recent achievements included the award of Bachelor of Theology (Master of Religious Arts in Christian Psychology) and Doctor of Divinity (Honorary).

Bishop Davis was first commissioned as full time Pastor of the Jamaica Evangelistic Association from 1976 – 1980. He also did Pastoral duties at the Association’s branch Church in Mandeville before leaving the island in 1980. For two years he did the work of an Evangelist in United States of America. His Godliness, humility, discipline and fearless profound preaching won him a place in the hearts of everyone who knows and hears him.

Having received a commission from the Lord, he returned to the island of Jamaica, more specifically to Waterford, St. Catherine, where he founded and established, The Power of Faith Ministries, on the 24th of April 1983. This ministry became the light in the community of Waterford. Many souls were won for the Kingdom of God, and what was once a volatile community, became a model, because the seed of righteousness was sown therein as a result of Bishop Davis’ obedience to the Lord’s commission.

The Church grew rapidly, and in 1989 Bishop Davis commenced the construction of the Miracle Cathedral (Headquarters) in Portmore Town Centre. Being a visionary leader who firmly believes in the establishment and extension of God.

Brief Church History

The Power of Faith Ministries International Incorporated Brooklyn Assembly, located in Brooklyn New York, began in the fall of 1994. Our dearly departed, Missionary Doris Bailey, had a passion for Christ and the things of God. Missionary Bailey offered her home, located at 1245 East 53rd Street, Brooklyn, New York, as the starting ground for the Brooklyn Assembly. The Brooklyn Assembly was officially established by Bishop Dr. Delford Davis and his wife Reverend Petrova Davis, in the Spring of 1995 Missionary Doris Bailey’s home, soon became too small to accommodate the thirty (30) members and visitors who attended meetings at her home. With God’s grace, the relentless efforts of Bishop Davis and the members, a place of worship was secured at 4303 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, New York.

The first meeting at 4303 Church Avenue was held on June 4th,1995, with an attendance of over one hundred (100) members and visitors. While at 4303 Church Ave, the membership of the Brooklyn Assembly grew rapidly. With such continuous growth, on one of our Bishop’s visits, he explained that if we did not find space for a larger accommodation, our growth would be stagnant. While at 4303 Church Ave., the Brooklyn Assembly was under the leadership of host pastors, Pastor Peter Grubb, Pastor Brown, and other anointed men and women of God.

On February 28, 1998, the Brooklyn Assembly moved north to a more spacious location at 5105 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, New York. In the fall of 1998, Pastor Claude Hibbert and his wife, Reverend Sonia Hibbert, were handed the baton to lead this growing congregation. During the tenure of Pastor Claude Hibbert and Reverend Sonia Hibbert, the Brooklyn Assembly grew, and by the grace of God, a larger location was acquired; 3619- 23 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, New York.

In November 2004, Pastor Delroy Chambers and his wife Minister Yvonne Chambers were assigned to lead the Brooklyn Assembly. The both served the Brooklyn Assembly for three years. During their tenure, the Brooklyn Assembly grew. In July 2007, Pastor Chambers and Minister Chambers were assigned to lead the Miramar Assembly and Pastor Roger Weller and his wife were transitioned to the Brooklyn Assembly in August 2007.

Pastor Weller and his wife, led the Brookly Assembly for four years and ultimately departed the Brooklyn Assembly in the summer of 2011. After the departure of Pastor Roger Weller, our current assistant Pastor, Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence led the charge until November 2013.

In December 2013, Bishop Dr. Delford Davis assigned Bishop Orville Smith as the lead pastor of the Brooklyn Assembly. At the end of his tenure, Minister Lawrence once again led the charge and the Brooklyn Assembly steadily grew.

On May 28, 2017, Reverend Kevin Laylor was assigned to oversee the Brooklyn Assembly. Since his tenure, Reverend Laylor, by the grace of God, lead the Brooklyn Assembly through the COVID 19 pandemic and the ministry has steadily grown since then. The Brooklyn Assembly will be celebrating 30 years of official establishment in 2025. We have come this far by Faith!

Reverend Kevin Laylor - Profile

Reverend Kevin Laylor, a dynamic man of God, has been in ministry for over 37 years and his passion for Christ is remains unquenchable. Reverend Laylor started serving the Lord at the young age of 14 years old, and from that moment, he has committed himself to service. In 2006, Reverend Laylor was ordained by Founder and Presiding Bishop of the Power of Faith Ministries International (PFMI), Bishop Dr. Delford Davis, and served as an Associate Pastor at PFMI Headquarters (Jamaica) between 2006 and 2012. After serving in his local Church the call of God being so evident in Reverend Laylor’s life, he was promoted as the Senior Pastor of the Kingston, Jamaica Grove Road Branch of the Power of Faith Ministries from 2012 to 2017. In 2017, Reverend Laylor’s passion for serving God and the people of God, transcended the Island of Jamica, when he was promoted to the Senior Pastor of the Brooklyn, New York Branch of the PFMI, of which he currently serves.

Throughout his years of service, Reverend Laylor always had a burden for lost souls. Reverend Laylor believes in obeying “The Great Commission.” He invests time and resources in soul winning and evangelism outreach programs as well as in trainings geared towards equipping believers to reach unbelievers- especially our youths! Spreading the Good News of hope and salvation is an essential part of Revend Laylor’s ministry.

Reverend Laylor is a leader who believes in family values, as evidenced by the fact that he has chaired the Marriage Enrichment Ministries of PFMI (launched by Bishop Dr. Delford Davis in 2002) throughout his tenure with the PFMI. He is also a Marriage Officer, licensed to perform marriages in the island of Jamaica and the State of New York. Reverend Laylor also led the inaugural “Heal the Family, Heal the Nation” day of Prayer in Brooklyn PFMI in 2022. “Heal the Family, Heal the Nation” was launched in Jamaica by Bishop Dr. Davis in 2006. Reverend Laylor is a Chaplain, licensed by the Mount Olive Chaplaincy Association and a supporter of the NYPD 67th Precinct Clergy Council (God Squad) and Immigrants Responding To Crisis (IRTC).

Reverend Laylor holds a Master of Theology Degree from Mount Olive Bible Institute and Seminary, Brooklyn, New York, and a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Technology, Jamaica, W.I. (UTECH). He also worked in maintenance and production management at two of the largest manufacturing companies in Jamaica for a total of 23 years.

Outside of his service to Christ and the community, Reverend Laylor is the husband to Evangelist Althea Laylor and the father to three children, Kimani, Kyle, and Imani.

Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence - Profile

Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence Note author John Piper defines spiritual leadership as “knowing where God wants people to be and taking the initiative to use God’s methods to get them there in reliance on God’s power”…this statement is a true reflection of the leadership style and ministry of Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence.

Minister Lawrence or Mother Lawrence as she is affectionately called was born in the Parish of Westmoreland, in Jamaica on December 27th. For Sharon every person is a potential target to hear the word and experience the love and joy she has found in the Lord—she can converse with anyone at any level about anything, her driving force has always been God first; God second, and God third.

Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence is a mentor, a motivational speaker, and an accomplished preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Minister Lawrence’s influence transcends the four walls of the edifice and spans the community, North America, Canada, and the Caribbean.

Minister Sharon Craig-Lawrence is the Assistant Pastor of The Power of Faith Ministries International in Brooklyn NY, serving under the leadership of the senior Pastor, Reverend Kevin Laylor.
Her role and function of the pastorate involves multiple dimensions of soul care. Two of these facets include pastors caring for souls through the practice and discipline of evangelism and outdoor ministries.

Minister Lawrence attended the Mount Olive Bible Institute and Seminary where she obtained, among other accolades, a Certificate in psychology in counseling, a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Theology.

She lives up to her God–given assignment “to equip the Saints of God in maintaining a Godly focus even in negative situations. As she draws from decades of experience she realizes the increasing hostility to the message of the gospel, but she remains excited about the increasing hunger for that
message, thus she continues to share in the challenges and the joys of talking about Jesus.

She has a special love for young people. She is approachable, patient and a keen listener. She always said, “If you listen you will hear” But never underestimate her meek demeanor, she is a strict disciplinarian who values responsibility and accountability.
She is a passionate— excellent preacher and teacher, a loyal, dedicated servant of the Lord who is held in high esteem. She has three interests: her family, watching documentaries and her love for Christ!

The influence she possesses fosters its foundation at home, where she is happily married, and loving wife of twenty-three years, to Hopeton Lawrence, and is the proud mother of two children, George-Kwan and Alliandra Craig Lawrence

Evangelism:
The core duty of the MINISTRY of the Kingdom is Evangelism. A mission to reach people who do not have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Apostle Paul declares in 2 Corinthians 5:9—11
Wherefore we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted by him.
10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that everyone may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
11 Knowing, therefore, the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are well known to God…”
Evangelism presents a vision and strategy for ministers to share the Gospel in a way that is refreshing, biblical and sustainable.
The future focus of the Evangelistic Ministry is growing in the knowledge of the word of God, possessing our God-given authority by announcing the word of God, listening attentively to the word of God and ensuring that “everyone reaches one” ” our official moto.”

Prayer is most essential in Evangelism, Acts 4:31-33 And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.
32 And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things in common.
33 And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all.

The Holy Spirit must be our guide, Jesus Christ must be the message and the people must be the harvest God instructed us to reap.