Our Story
Ministry Wasn't Always Easy...
Over 5 decades, Drs. Alfred E. Craig, Sr. and Beverly Ann Craig built a legacy of faith, training, and global Kingdom impact.
5+
Decades of Ministry
8
Churches in Arizona (pre-retirement)
70+
Churches in Africa
220+
Spiritual Father of Churches
22,000+
Members on Roster (pre-retirement)
$56M+
Kingdom Impact
15,000+
MTI Graduates
1
Church in Las Vegas (launching Oct 4th)
A Journey of Faith
From struggle to supernatural impact — the story of Drs. Alfred and Beverly Craig.
The Early Call
From an early age, Dr. Alfred E. Craig, Sr. knew he had a God-given call on his life — but couldn't figure out why fulfilling it was so difficult. God had given him a vision, but his struggles dampened his confidence and growth. He lacked core biblical knowledge, training, and strategy.
Rhema & MTI Training
Determined, the Craigs moved their family from Arizona to Oklahoma to attend Rhema Bible Training College under Dr. Kenneth Hagin, Sr., earning certificates in Biblical Studies. They then ventured to Crenshaw Christian Center's Ministry Training Institute (MTI) in California under Dr. Fredrick K.C. Price.
Diplomas & Doctorates
Both graduated with honors after 2 years of intensive studies, earning diplomas in Practical Ministry. They then earned Doctorates in Ministry from Friends International Christian University — equipped with the correct knowledge and training for supernatural growth and impact.
Kingdom Explosion
Equipped and anointed, they got to work. Prior to retiring, their churches had grown from 50 to more than 22,000 members on roster and yielded over $56 million for tremendous Kingdom impact and service worldwide. They had established 8 churches in Arizona and 70 throughout Africa (Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania).
MTI — Raising Leaders
They combined their education and experience to create their own MTI (free for AZUSA-tithing members). The school has graduated more than 15,000 students worldwide. These leaders have gone on to establish churches across the globe.
For Such a Time as This
The Craigs' faithfulness in Christ continues today. They have re-emerged from retirement, moved by a fierceness from God with so much more to say and do — for such a time as this! Watch every Sunday online at 10 a.m. (PST) and/or in-person at their newest location! AZUSA Las Vegas launches October 4, 2026, for worship at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. (PST): Home2 Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Strip South 7740 S. Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89123
"So Much More to Say and Do. Let's Do Life Together!"
The Craigs have re-emerged from retirement, moved by a fierceness from God — for such a time as this. Join them!
70+ Churches
Across Africa
15,000+
MTI Graduates
Free MTI
For Tithing Members
Doctorates
in Ministry
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