About Les Higgins
Les Higgins is an Ordained Bishop in the Church of God (Cleveland TN) and presently serves his
denomination as Executive Administrator of Church of God Ministry of Evangelism.
He assumed this role following the 2024 General Assembly after having served as Assistant Editor of Publications. Prior to these roles at the International Offices, Bishop Higgins served 10 years as an Administrative Bishop in three states (Arkansas, Texas and Ohio) and 19 years as a State Youth and Christian Education Director in six states (Oklahoma, Northern Ohio, Texas, South Carolina, Florida and Alabama).
Bishop Higgins began his ministry in 1978 while a student studying journalism at the University of
Oklahoma. He has served as an evangelist, student pastor, lead pastor as well as the aforementioned
administrative positions.
His ministry has been marked by a strong emphasis on the preached Word and the making of disciples resulting in growth and productivity everywhere he has been. He is a strong administrator with a heart for the local church and a genuine love and appreciation for those who serve in ministry.
He has been called upon to speak in local, state, and national conferences throughout the United States and in other nations of the world.
He is the author of two books, FIRE UP! Leadership – Principles to Guide Local Church Leaders and Leadership Thoughts – Challenging Local Church Leaders to Move Forward. He also produces a monthly blog that is reaching readers across the globe. Many of his sermons and thoughts have been published in various denominational periodicals.
He is married to Donna, his wife of 43 years. They have one daughter, Kristina. Les and Donna presently reside in Cleveland, Tennessee.
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