Marty and Lola Blackwelder have served the body of Christ in various capacities since 1988. In addition to serving on the staffs of several local churches, Marty served as an instructor at Rhema Bible Training Center, Rhema School of Worship, and the Rhema School of Pastoral Ministry. In addition, he and his wife, Lola, served as Associate Pastors of Rhema Bible Church.
The Blackwelders share a strong love for the local church and desire to see the Body of Christ grow and mature into the full reflection of Christ in the earth. Their ministry is known as one of joy, faith, healing, and the demonstrations of the Holy Spirit. Marty and Lola now travel as itinerant ministers both within the United States and abroad.
Pastor Marty Blackwelder quoted from Psalm 145:8-9, "The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works."