MEET THE FOLKES
Greetings in the Name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ!
We warmly welcome you to COGIC Tottenham. We are a church that desires to bring life and hope to our community whilst seeking to live out our purpose as a people chosen, known, loved and sent out by the only wise God.
It is our mission to preach the Gospel to all nations and to “provoke [one another] unto love and to good works” (Hebrews 10:24).
We invite you to join us for our services and activities, including Bible Study, Prayer Meetings, Women’s and Men’s Support Groups, and other events throughout the year.
This is your Father’s house, a home where you can be yourself, encourage and be encouraged. Here, you can become part of a family of individuals united under the banner of the One who loves us and gave His life so that we “might have life, and have it more abundantly” (John 10:10).
Centred on God’s Word and empowered by His Holy Spirit, we seek together to be the kind of congregation our Lord has called us to be.
Whether you are looking for a church family, seeking to grow in your faith, or simply want to know more about who we are, we encourage you to visit us and consider making COGIC Tottenham your home. You are welcome to join us in worship, fellowship and at our various events.
This website provides information about our beliefs, services and upcoming events. Do have a look around, and please do not hesitate to contact us by phone or email if you have any questions.
We look forward to welcoming you and seeing you soon!
In Christ’s Love,
Bishop G E Folkes - UK Jurisdictional Bishop
COGIC UK
BISHOP G E FOLKES OFFICALLY INSTALLED
On Saturday, 29th August 2026, a new chapter began as Bishop Geoffrey Folkes was officially installed as the Prelate of the UK Jurisdiction of the Church of God in Christ by Bishop Brandon Porter, Secretary of the General Board, in the stead of Presiding Bishop J.Drew Sheard.
A significant number of ecumenical leaders from other churches attended, including Bishop Mike Royal, General Secretary of Churches Together in England;
Bishop John Francis of Ruach City Church; and Bishop Claion Grandison, Administrative Bishop of the New Testament Church of God, England & Wales.
Bishop Folkes is the fourth in succession following his predecessor, Bishop Emeritus Alvin Blake, who stepped down after 26 years of distinguished service.
During his tenure, Bishop Alvin Blake achieved remarkable accomplishments, including the purchase of our current Headquarters in Luton, shortly after his consecration. He is also the second predecessor to witness the elevation of his successor in the history of our Church, following Bishop McLachlan, who retired to the Caribbean after passing the mantle to Bishop Bell.
Bishop Folkes serves as the Pastor of the Tottenham Assembly, a role previously held by Bishop Bell and then Superintendent Simon Reynolds. Bishop Folkes has also been the Pastor of the Aston Assembly and District Superintendent of both the Midlands District and the London North District.
He is married to Mother Ada Folkes and has two children, including the well-known gospel sensation Becca Folkes. A particularly, touching moment during the service was when Bishop Folkes' daughter, Evangelist Rebecca Folkes, ministered the sermonic solo and captivated the hearts of all those who were present and those who watched online.
We invite you to join us in congratulating our new Bishop and in praying that God will continue to guide, strengthen, and protect him as he embarks on this new role.