Advisors & Ministry Affiliations
Our Network
Celebration Ministries is honored to serve alongside a network of trusted advisors, apostolic and prophetic leaders, and ministry organizations committed to advancing the Kingdom of God across the nations.
Apostolic & Prophetic Leaders
Respected voices in the Body of Christ who provide spiritual oversight, accountability, and prophetic direction for Celebration Ministries and its outreaches.
Intercessory Prayer Networks
Strategic prayer organizations and networks that partner with Celebration Ministries in intercession for revival, harvest, and transformation in cities and nations.
Mission Partners
Church networks, ministries, and organizations in the US and abroad who partner with CM teams in conferences, seminars, Bible schools, and prophetic ministry.
Great Host Ministries International
Co-founded by Lora Allison, this unique ministry serves to strengthen and unite women serving in leadership positions in the Body of Christ.
Meet Our Advisors
Celebration Ministries is blessed to walk alongside seasoned apostolic and prophetic leaders who provide counsel, covering, and Kingdom partnership.
Dr. Stan DeKoven
International President of Vision International University and the Vision International Training and Education Network, serving more than 4,000 Resource Centers in over 150 countries and over 100,000 students. With a diverse background in education, business, military, leadership and counseling, Dr. DeKoven holds degrees including a D.Min., a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, and a D.Litt., and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 35 years of professional service. He is the author of over 60 books and numerous study guides in theology, ministry, counseling, leadership and personal growth — an able minister of the gospel who teaches with passion and humor. Learn more at drstandekoven.org, booksbyvision.org and vision.edu.
Pastor John Parks
Pastor John Parks has served the Body of Christ for over 30 years, planting and pastoring churches throughout greater Houston. He is the Senior Pastor of Freedom Fellowship Church in Magnolia, Texas — “a disciple-making church in revival culture,” known for depth in the Word and prophetic worship and prayer. Called to influence the next generation, he disciples and mentors many now ministering globally. A regional director of Antioch Oasis International, John serves as an apostle whose gifts of exhortation and teaching leave a glory impartation with signs and wonders following. He lives in Magnolia, Texas with his wife Lee Ann.
Pastor Charles (Chip) Payne
A pastor and revivalist with a widely diversified background, Chip served over 13 years on the staff and eldership of Harvest Renewal Church in Richmond, Virginia, where he now sits on the Apostolic Advisory Board, and serves in leadership of the ministry and Bible School of Todd White in Dallas, Texas. With the Father’s heart for the nations, he was a full-time missionary in Latvia and has served on boards of local and international scope, providing moral, ethical and practical counsel to individuals, couples, families and leaders.
Holding a Master’s in Hospital Administration, Chip is a dynamic leader recognized for strategic planning, vision casting, and building collaborative teams. He and his wife Catherine live in Richland Hills, Texas, with their four daughters.
Kerry Kirkwood
Kerry Kirkwood is a strong prophet with an anointing to speak life-changing words into the lives of individuals, churches, and regions. A dynamic teacher regarded by many as a pastor to pastors, he is the author of three books and has appeared numerous times on the Sid Roth show. In this critical hour he is a powerful prophetic voice bringing wisdom and Truth into this generation.
Ministry Affiliations of Lora Allison
Lora Allison serves in covenant relationship with the following apostolic and prophetic networks:
- Co-Founder & Director of Great Host Ministries International — an apostolic and relational network of women in five-fold leadership.
- Federation of Ministries and Churches — an apostolic network of churches and ministries (Jim Hodges, Apostolic Team Leader).
- Antioch Oasis International — an apostolic network of pastors and ministries (Pastor Olen Griffing & Pastor Kerry Kirkwood, Leaders).
- Christian International — Bill Hamon, Senior Apostle.
Interested in Partnering?
We welcome inquiries from ministries, leaders, and organizations who share our vision for revival, prophetic ministry, and equipping the Body of Christ.