Our beloved pastor and evangelist, Reverend Ernest Angley, went home to be with his Lord on May 7, 2021.
Ernest Winston Angley was born on August 9, 1921, in Mooresville, North Carolina to the late Julius and Fannie Angley.
At the young age of 18, Rev. Angley gave his heart to the Lord and began his lifetime of service to win the lost at any cost. He preached the Gospel in its fullness; and the Lord blessed the people with salvation, miracles and healings.
While attending college, Rev. Angley started dating his future wife, Esther Sikes; and together, they came to Akron, Ohio and established Grace Cathedral and later, Ernest Angley Ministries.
Rev. Angley was preceded in death by his beloved wife Esther (Angel), brothers and sisters, Judson, Clyde, Lillian (Tay), Leitha (Pete), Cleo and Bea. He is survived by his dear sister-in-law, Aline, much-loved niece, Gail, and many other family, friends, members of Grace Cathedral and ministry partners.
Reverend Angley will be greatly missed. He was not only a pastor, evangelist and author; he was also a true friend and a spiritual leader who cared deeply for his staff, congregation and ministry partners. They all loved him very much.
Rev. Angley’s legacy comes from his own words — “If I die before the Rapture takes place, I’d want these words to be said about me: He pleased God.”
Rev. Angley’s favorite scripture passage was, Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (Proverbs 3:5,6)
Notes of remembrance can be posted at ErnestAngley.org.
Visitation will be held from 10 am until 5 pm on Saturday, May 22 at Grace Cathedral, 2700 State Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. A Funeral Celebration will be held on Sunday, May 23 at 12 pm at Grace Cathedral in Cuyahoga Falls. Rev. Chris Machamer and Rev. Steve Millar officiating. The Funeral Celebration will be live streamed on the Ernest Angley Ministries’ Facebook page and YouTube channel. Private interment will take place at a later date.
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Ernest Winston Angley was born in Mooresville, North Carolina, on August 9, 1921. He was the middle child of Julius and Fannie Angley; and he had two brothers, Jud and Clyde, and four sisters, Leitha (Pete), Lillian (Tay), Cleo and Bea
Rev. Angley was born-again and received the baptism of the Holy Ghost. Shortly after, he received the call of God to preach the Gospel. He started preaching even before attending theological school.
Graduated from Lee College in June 1943.
Married Esther Sikes (Angel) in Tampa, Florida, on November 25, 1943.
After he and Angel were married, the two of them began traveling with a tent and holding revivals in Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, Florida, and Ohio.
Rev. Angley’s first magazine, “Healing Stripes,” was published around 1950 when he was operating out of Tampa, Florida. The magazine was later renamed “The Power of the Holy Ghost Magazine.”
Rev. Angley published his first book Raptured.
Rev. Angley and Angel flew to the West Indies in December 1952 to hold revivals in Cuba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Haiti and the Dominican Republic. During that time, he was able to minister to those living in a leper colony.
The Hour of Faith, began in the early 1950s; and it continued after he moved to Akron.
In 1954, God led Rev. Angley to hold a tent revival in Springfield Township, just outside of Akron, Ohio. The first service was held at Grace Cathedral-Akron’s current location on June 4. Rev. Angley held services in Akron throughout that summer and then announced that he and Angel would be staying in Akron.
Rev. Angley moved his services to the Liberty Theatre building near downtown Akron in September 1954 and continued there until the spring of 1955.
Built a tabernacle known as the Temple of Healing Stripes on the current Canton Road property, and the first service took place on June 4, 1955.
The cornerstone for Grace Cathedral (Akron), originally named the Temple of Healing Stripes, was laid on April 1, 1956; and construction was completed in 1957. Grace Cathedral opened its doors for the first service on June 21, 1957.
Rev. Angley began producing a local television program, The Hour of Faith, in 1959.
Rev. Angley and Angel finished the lower level of the cathedral and remodeled the rest in the late 1960s. An open house showcasing the finished Grace Cathedral was held in June 1970.
Rev. Angley’s wife Angel served with him at the church until the Lord called her home to Heaven in December 1970.
In 1972, production of his weekly television program “The Ernest Angley Hour” began; and it was soon broadcast both nationally and internationally. The Ernest Angley Hour has aired for 50 years on over 100 television stations as well as worldwide satellite coverage.
Rev. Angley began traveling and having crusade services throughout the United States and Canada in 1974. The first crusade was held in St. Louis, Missouri. Rev. Angley and his team of singers, musicians and production staff continued traveling and holding crusades for twelve years.
In 1980, Rev. Angley began holding crusades internationally. They continued for 38 years and covered 39 countries
On October 6, 1982, The Southern California Motion Picture Counsel presented Reverend Angley with two awards. The Golden Halo Award was awarded to The Ernest Angley Hour and it’s executive producer, Reverend Ernest Angley, for excellence in presenting God’s love and grace to all people through singing, testimonials and ministry. The Bronze Halo Award of Special Merit was awarded to Reverend Ernest Angley for outstanding service to others and his ceaseless effort of lifting up the name of Jesus to the world.
As the ministry continued to grow, it purchased an office building and moved to its current world headquarters and television studios in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio in January 1985.
Began the production of his daily program "The Ninety and Nine Club."
Obtained a license for a television station and it went on the air in December 1985.
Moved church services to a newly purchased church in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Sunday, March 20, 1994.
Ministry website was launched - ErnestAngley.org
In 2004, Rev. Angley published his autobiography, “Hurry Friday.”
Ernest Angley Ministries YouTube channel started.
Ernest Angley World Radio started streaming.
Social Media ministry started.
February 2019, Rev. Angley took a leave of absence from Ministry duties.
May 7, 2021, Ernest Angley Pastor, evangelist and author Rev. Ernest Angley went to Heaven to be with his Lord and Master at 99.
If I were to die before the Rapture, that is what I would want to be said about me—that I pleased God.
-Ernest Angley
Put the work of God above your very life; be willing to die for His name’s sake. I have told the Lord many times that if I can bring more people into the Kingdom by my death than by my life, so be it. In whatever way the Lord wants to use me, I want to be used. I don’t want to live a moment longer if I can’t win souls.
-Ernest Angley
No matter what comes their way, they know they must finish their work for the Lord. And then however they die, however the Lord can get the most glory out of their lives, they are willing. I know I am willing for the Lord to take me or use me however He wants to win souls for His work and for His divine purpose to be done.
-Ernest Angley
The Bible tells us in Acts 14:22 that Paul and Barnabas advised people to continue in the faith. They wouldn’t always be there to talk to them personally to bring them out of feelings. I say that to you today: Even if I’m not with you, you must continue in faith, not your feelings.
-Ernest Angley
If the Rapture doesn’t happen first, the Lord in a wonderful, gentle manner will light the path to Heaven all the way. Not even a shadow will darken the valley.
-Ernest Angley
I have told the Lord many times that if I can bring more people into the Kingdom by my death than by my life, so be it. In whatever way the Lord wants to use me, I want to be used. I don’t want to live a moment longer if I can’t win souls. I live to help people, to bless them.
-Ernest Angley
I have a standing order with the Lord: “Dear Jesus, anything that I ask you must be done according to your divine will or I don’t want it, no matter what I say. I just want prayers answered that are according to your divine will. Oh, please God, look at all my tomorrows and work accordingly.”
-Ernest Angley
I live to do God’s will. If He sees fit for me to make the Rapture, good; but if He sees fit to take me home before, that’s all right, too. If He wants to sacrifice my life to bring in more souls to His Kingdom, so be it. Whatever He wants, I want. Jesus died for me, and I’m willing to live or die for Him.
-Ernest Angley
My Journey is a short one; and although I know I may go home by way of the grave, I believe that I will meet Christ in the air in the Rapture.
-Ernest Angley
I have committed everything to the Lord; I have nothing left to give. Whether I live or die, all of my strength and every part of me belongs entirely to Him to use in any way that He desires. I can say with the Apostle Paul, For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand (II Timothy 4:6).
-Ernest Angley
I received salvation as a result of the teachings of Reverend Angley in 2003 then I went to Bible School and did my theology studies as a result of being inspired by Reverend Angley’s teachings
By Pastor Kakuli George Mukengami on May 15, 2021 at 1:58 pmJust like Reverend Angley my focus is to win the lost and I my family will miss this faithful servant of God
I thank God for you Reverend Angley
Pastor Kakuli George Mukengami
From Livingstone, Zambia
Reverend Ernest Angley truly was a servant of the Most High. I had never seen miracles but when God drop me off right on the doorstep of Grace Cathedral 15 years ago I saw miracles in abundance and received many for myself and children. I am so thankful for all the the sermons, teaching, all the love that God has poured out through Reverend Angley. I thank God also for getting us ready for this hour by his teachings and raising up two ministers to take us the rest of the journey. Reverend Machamer and Reverend Millar I/we will continue to lift you up in prayer until that glorious rapture day when we see our Reverend Angley and loved ones that went on in the Lord before us. God bless each of the members here and aboard and comfort every soul that needs comfort. God bless you all
By Ginny Irons on May 15, 2021 at 1:13 pm” REV. ERNEST ANGLEY HAD SERVED AS CHRIST.”
By CHITTIBABU MANDAPALLI on May 15, 2021 at 10:40 amI have fought a good fight,
I have finished my course,
I have kept the faith. .....2 Timothy 4:7.
It has become true in his life and he fought a good fight and finished his course in God and proved that he is the man of God. So its time to joyous that he is being with God hereafter. But we all really missed him and his prayers.
Mr.&Mrs;. Pastor Chittibabu Mandapalli
from India church.
He was a father to me,,,and i thank God for his life and ministry,,,
By Wandile BrightvMeshack on May 15, 2021 at 10:29 amReverend Angley,
By jacobmclendon20@yahoo.com on May 15, 2021 at 10:07 amYou are our unforgettable teacher, father and friend. You have been the greatest soul winner of many generations. You were Gods true prophet, and as Moses, led millions of people to heaven. You were Gods extra Grace given to us; one conversation with you was always life changing through the divine gifts of the spirit. As one cannot fully understand or describe the personality or full works of Jesus, neither can we say enough good about you! He said we would do greater works than him (on a larger scale) by the Holy Spirit and so you’ve led us to do so.
John 21:25
And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen.
We will be right behind you! Goodbye for now, until our next meeting. With love, Jacob.
Dear Reverend Angley,
You will always be the most precious friend after the Lord Jesus that I have(it’s present tense I know ). Oh the many many times you’ve
advised me and prayed for me. You’ll always be in my hear in life or in death.
You’re simply special!
Thank you for all you’ve done for the Lord, myself and untold millions.
We will surely meet again.
Love always,
By Alreich on May 15, 2021 at 9:01 amYours in Him,
Alreich
He pleased God and God took him.
By Ginette Bonenfant on May 15, 2021 at 7:04 amHe taught us the ways of the Lord and he lived it by example.
What an inspiration he was … and still is!
TRIBUTE TO MY A RARE GEM AND GENERAL OF FAITH.
We give God praise for the life of our papa in the Lord,and mentor, Rev. Ernest E. Angley.
By Apostle Kingsley Chikaola Wobidi on May 15, 2021 at 5:17 amHe was a great motivator to my life and ministry. I have followed him for decades, when ever I am in a tight corner,I always write him, and swiftly he respond with a fatherly council.
I announced to my congregation and to my online followers about his transition.
Though we will miss him here, but we will all meet again to rejoice with him at the last day.
On behalf of my family, leadership and all members of THRONE OF GRACE ARMY MINISTRY INTERNATIONAL, we commiserate with the leadership and members of Ernest Angley Ministeries.
You will forever be in our hearts.
ADIEU.
Everlastingly at His vineyard,
Apostle Kingsley Chikaola Wobidi.
Throne Of Grace Army Ministry International Inc.. P. O. Box 343 Port Harcourt River State
Nigeria.
Rev. Angley was one of the finest people I’ve had the privilege to be around. There was no compromising of the word of God. Rev. Angley gave his entire life for the work of God throughout the world. He showed us how a Christian is supposed to live this life. There is no telling how many multitudes of souls came to be saved in Christ through his work & unwavering devotion to God. He stopped at nothing to win the lost at any cost.
By David Shue on May 15, 2021 at 1:59 amI praise God for the Miracle crusade held in Zimbabwe in 1999, and the miracle crusades held in South Africa thereafter. These events changed my life. It’s something to think that we all were, and still are, under the teaching of God’s holy prophet just like Elijah, Moses, and Elisha. I Thank You Jesus for Rev. Angley’s life and for his home-going because he is happy with Jesus, God the Father, and with Angel! He won multitudes for Jesus and his love for the souls in Africa blesses me through and through. I believe he will be winning many more souls by Jesus taking him home.
I was one of those stars marked for Rev Angley to win, and so I pray that I can now go forth in all divine faith and in all divine love as I have been raised by Papa Angley to do. I wish to use everything God has given us through Rev Angley, His holy prophet.
Thank You Jesus for teaching me about the Holy Ghost through Rev Angley. I never knew the Holy Ghost as the Divine Comforter till now, He truly is. God’s beautiful and perfect will was done, and I will always miss our papa till Rapture day, but the Holy Ghost has given me much joy in knowing that we will meet him again. In listening to sermons by Rev. Angley (“We Have Nothing Without the Blood” and “All is well”) and in hearing what he said concerning the passing of God’s children, I dedicate this song to him as I imagine that this is what he would probably say. Love you Papa Angley, and thank You Jesus for everything!!
The Time of My Departure - by Tabitha
Do not cry for me
I am with the Kings of Kings and I am happy
Don’t sink low in grief
For I have achieved the task that He set for me
And I have seen God’s face,
So journey on until you win the race
The time of my departure has come
I’ve fought a good fight, and I kept the faith
I overcame through Jesus Christ and you will too
And remember
That this is not goodbye, it’s just goodnight
I sojourned on the Earth for many years
I faced many tests and trials
But I knew no defeat for I was in Christ
I lived by faith, and I walked in His love
And now I sit with Him (Revelation 3:21)
So rejoice with me as I gladly sing
The time of my departure has come
By Tabitha Madziwanzira on May 15, 2021 at 1:02 amI’ve fought a good fight, and I kept the faith
I overcame through Jesus Christ and you will too
And remember
That this is not goodbye, it’s just goodnight
See you in the morning
I dedicate this song in honor and tribute to Rev. Ernest W. Angley’s homegoing: Beyond the Sunset
Song by Hank William
Should you go first
By Edgar D. Salgado on May 14, 2021 at 11:36 pmAnd I remain to walk the road alone
I’ll live in memory’s garden dear
With happy days we’ve known
In spring, I’ll wait for roses red
When fades the lilacs bloom
And in early fall when brown leaves call
I’ll catch a glimpse of you
Should you go first
And I remain for battles to be fought
Each thing you’ve touched along the way
Will be a hallowed spot
I’ll hear your voice, I’ll see your smile
Though blindly I may grope
The mem’ry of your helping hand
Will buoy me on with hope
Beyond the sunset
Oh, blissful morning
When with our Saviour
Heaven is begun
Earth’s toiling ended
Oh, glory dawning
Beyond the sunset
When day is done
Should you go first
And I remain to finish with the scroll
No lessening shadows shall ever creep in
To make this life seem droll
We’ve known so much of happiness
We’ve had our cup of joy
And memory is one gift of God
That death cannot destroy
I want to know each step you take
That I may walk the same
For someday down that lonely road
You’ll hear me call your name
Should you go first and I remain
One thing I’ll have you do
Walk slowly down that long, long path
For soon, I’ll follow you
In that fair homeland
We’ll know no parting
Beyond the sunset for evermore
What can I say about this true man of God that I’m sure others and testify about. Before coming to the knowledge of the truth and finding it at Grace Cathedral in 2014 I just sent her I was so bound with anger, depression and I was chasing after the things of the world to seek their approval. I thought I was living a Christian Life but then I meant Reverend Angley, he didn’t scold me he taught how to live the Christian Life it was due to his influence and the guidance of the holy spirit that I was able to take the online Bible College and graduate 40 years after I’d answered the doors of Grace Cathedral. Taking the Bible College transformed my life in God I understand the importance I’m spending quality time with Jesus no matter the storms of life that we Face everyday. In this life we will never get comfortable in the flesh but the holy spirit will give us comfort and confidence in the Lord because we can trust his word to provide for us. I cried very deeply last week when I heard the sudden passing of Reverend Angley, but I’m reminded of the trials and tribulations that Reverend Angley went through at the passing of his wife angel. Jesus told him to put both hands in his and the Lord shall guide him the rest of the journey. Yes our past your teacher and friend sleeps that Eternal rest in heaven however through the strength of God and with the compassion of the Holy Spirit I take my hands out of Reverend Angley hands and put my hands both in the hands of the Lord as I help the ministry go forward by continuing to live the Jesus life the way I was taught by my best friend, in spiritual father. My Hope Is that when the Rapture takes place in the future, Reverend Angley and I could share and ice cream together. Thank you for showing that true love comes from knowing Jesus. Thank you for showing that love to me everyday of your life that you lived for God.
By Anthony Sicilia on May 14, 2021 at 9:09 pmI’m so thankful to God for the life and ministry of Rev. Ernest Angley. He was more than a pastor, he was my friend. Through his prayers, God delivered me from being abusive to my mother, and from committing suicide in the late 1990s. Again, I give praise to God and thank Him for Rev. Ernest Angley.
By Jon Ronyak on May 14, 2021 at 9:01 pmRev ERNEST ANGLEY was a great anointed servant of God sent to the lost world . We are the fruits of his labour as some of us got born again in his miracle crusade back in the eigties Inn Nairobi kenya. I have moved ahead with the anointed and healing I received serving the lord across prisons. Now am connected again with this great end time Rev Ernest Angley ministries where his literatures, Books, Booklets, Bibles and magazines are impacting many lives across Kenya and Uganda prison. Yes he have rested in the lord. He has run his race and finished , we ad his fruits will carry on his vision to reach out a lost world and make Jesus known. We pray for unity towards those left behind carrying on the work of great ministry left by Rev Ernest Angley that many will be reached out with the gospel and literatures left behind by this great man of God.
By PETER NDEGWA on May 14, 2021 at 8:26 pmA heavy and sorrowful heart but one that is full of gratitude for the true teachings of the Holy Bible to equip my journey, raising up to sing praise of
By Tammi Abuarab on May 14, 2021 at 8:05 pm“On Heaven’s bright shore
When I must cross that rolling tide
There’ll be someone on the other side
Welcoming me to that fair land, made perfect by love”
Dear Rev. Ernest Angley, I thought I was a Christian and saved until I stumbled on one of your YouTube preaching videos. I was just doing the best I can and thought that was good enough for heaven. I was deceived. I said the sinner prayer and became your partner. It’s been 5 years now. I let go of all wilful sin and believed for the first time that a person can live free from all sin and that a person must be holy, without sin in order to enter the kingdom of heaven. Reverend, the Lord led me to you because there were things happening in my life I couldn’t understand. I used to see glorious stars and still seeing them beaming in my apartment brighter than any white anyone has ever seen. I learnt from you that represents souls. It means that a person is called. I also see the anointing come upon me and overshadow my eyes. I learnt from you what that means. On the 27 of November 2020, the same night I partook of the Holy Communion, I heard a voice that spoke to me in regards to my life. Earlier that day after taking Holy Communion, I had diligently sought God and He spoke to me. I have read most of the books you wrote and taken the Bible study. I keep growing spiritually. Reverend Ernest Angley, you planted, Rev. Machamer and Rev. Millar are watering and God will continue to give the increase. Reverend Ernest Angley, Thank you for your lifetime of service. We will see you soon…
By Mandlenkosi Sibanda (M.S.) on May 14, 2021 at 7:19 pmDear Papa,
By Leslie Giles on May 14, 2021 at 7:04 pmI just want to thank you for all your sacrifices. I appreciate all the times that you have been there for my family and I. Because of your teachings, I have family waiting for me in Heaven. Thank you for teaching me how to pray, fast and live in God’s Holy Word. Ever since I was a little girl, I was always searching for truth. And I am so grateful that I found through your Holy Ghost teachings. I will see you again. In the mean time, I send you a big hug. Thank you for being the best spiritual daddy. I love you!
Sincerely Your Daughter in Christ,
Love you Greatly my dear precious Ernest Angley,
By Tressa Edwards on May 14, 2021 at 7:00 pmSee you in the Rapture.
Tressa Edwards
When Rev Ernest Angley came to Guyana…I didn’t understand anything about salvation, the blood of Jesus, living free from sin, the rapture..all these was new to me..I was still in my teens and I had many mountains and went through a lot of valleys but with Jesus and constant prayers over the years through this Ministry , I got many victories and miracles…I want to say that Rev Ernest Angley lived a life on earth that was very please to God….My life has been great with purpose, love , faith no matter the hardship…only Jesus could have help me ...
By Jiaqi He on May 14, 2021 at 6:11 pmReverend Ernest Angley my heart was broken to hear of your passing away. You will be greatly missed and loved. I loved hearing you preach and seeing the nine-gifts of the spirit working through you. Such an anointing, excitement and on fire for God you had. I had the honor of attending Grace Cathedral campmeetings and meeting you in person. My life has been so very blessed by this Man of God, Reverend Ernest Angley, and this Jesus Ministry. Thank-You for preaching the gospel. The millions and millions of souls you have won to Christ. I had hoped that you would still be here preaching until the rapture took place. I will treasure knowing you Reverend Angley. Truly “You Pleased God”!
By Martha White on May 14, 2021 at 5:46 pmThank you Reverend Angley for a life of obedience and sacrifice, multitudes will shine like stars in our Lords kingdom as the eternal ages roll because you paid the cost. See you in the rapture !
By D. Sinoway on May 14, 2021 at 4:57 pmThe whole world will missed you a great legend may your gently soul rest in peace.
By Pastor Gideon Asamoah from Ghana west Africa on May 14, 2021 at 4:07 pmI’ve sat under Reverend Angley’s teachings since I was 2 years old. I have so much to be grateful for. His teaching of the whole word of God, his love and the many miracles he prayed down on Dave and myself. We both would be crippled in body today without his prayers. He will be missed but so happy he is safely in heaven. It will be exciting to see him again one day.
By Patty Armstrong on May 14, 2021 at 4:06 pmDear servants of the Most High living God Rev. Angley,
By Job Ezekiel on May 14, 2021 at 3:18 pmPlease let your soul rest in peace, we love you.
My lifetime minister. I was healed thru this Jesus ministry many times. He never changed. I saw him around 6 years old on tv. I loved him then and I love him now. My hero. I know Jesus is so pleased. What an example. Sold out for Jesus. I know this ministry will still continue to play his sermons. Thanks to the Grace community for holding his hands up during his live. A wonderful Church. I know we will see him in heaven.
By Matthew Harmon on May 14, 2021 at 2:59 pm