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Thanks to the many covenant members and friends who have been with us over the last 25 years. We are looking ahead to the future

because the best we have done is not the best we can do.

1986-2011

The best is yet to come!

Bill And Tina Godair - Founders/Lead Pastors

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Congratulations and applause for 25 great years! Bill, thank you for help-ing all of us think better, dream better and live better. May God continue

to do through you what is beyond you. Bill and Pam Farrel, authors of the best-selling Men are like Waffles and

Women are like Spaghetti.

I am honored to have been asked to be a small part of the 25th anni-versary of Cornerstone Church, and the ministry of Pastors Bill & Tina

Godair, through this brief message of congratulations.

I was delighted to have been able to minister in their great church just a few short weeks ago and in so doing, gained the utmost respect and ad-miration for these two incredible ministers. Building a ministry with the strength and legacy of Cornerstone Church is not an easy undertaking. It takes an unwavering sense of calling – a down-to-the-core knowledge that what you are doing is of God and not of man. As Gamaliel counseled his fellow Pharisees about the early church, an endeavor that is of man will be overthrown, but if it is of God it cannot be overthrown! Truly,

Pastor Bill & Tina are called by Almighty God!

What the Godairs have built in Salisbury is to be admired and held up as a role model for the next generation of Christian leaders. Cornerstone Church is privileged to have such excellent, selfless servants of God in

their midst. Here’s to the next 25!

Rod Parsley, Pastor, World Harvest Church, Columbus, Ohio & Host of Breakthrough

From humble beginnings in downtown Salisbury to the wonderful Cor-nerstone Campus, the core things that make me respect Bill Godair, his family, and the Cornerstone family do not change. You have the habit of giving God the glory, keeping your word, hard work, business mindedness, generosity, true friendship and steadiness. What results after 25 years of

labor is the natural fruit of your character. I stay impressed!Paul & Julie Cook, Lead Pastors

of Abundant Life Church - Plano, TX

Happy 25th Anniversary!!! You have transformed Rowan County by your relentless spirit, your compassion for the lost and your vision to see people live a better life than what they live now. Thank you for giving yourself, your family, your vision to Cornerstone Church!! You are now and will always be who I refer to as the “Shepherd of the Shattered.” I

love you, Pastor!! Pastor Daniel Cook, Lead Pastor of The Sanctuary - Wilmington, N.C.

Congratulations to Pastors Bill and Tina Godair. This is a celebration hon-oring you for your spiritual leadership in Salisbury and beyond. Sharon and I are thrilled to know people like you who continually look higher, reach farther and push against the current of impossibility. May you con-

tinue to enjoy the blessings of God upon your life and ministry. Jonathan R Perry, Lead Pastor of Life Chapel - Toledo, OH

Congratulations!

Back in 1986, little did Salisbury realize just who drove into town. Little did anyone, especially Pastor Bill Godair realize just what God had in store for Rowan County. One thing can be certain, the firey and pas-sionate young man had a vision deep in his soul for what God could do through a man of God and a group of people who would dare believe God.

My wife Jenny and I have known and have enjoyed being called a friend of Bill Godair these past twenty five years. I know of no one with greater passion, focused energy and loyal commitment to his purpose and his friends like Bill Godair. We have enjoyed vacations, conferences, and a thousand hours of phone conversations. Bill Godair is one of the most dynamic men in my life that has inspired, motivated, and challenged me to be bigger and better in God, life and business. Without Bill Godair in my life, I would be less of a man and far weaker than I wish to imagine.

Jenny and I take this moment to celebrate and congratulate Pastor Bill Godair and his fantastic wife Tina for twenty five years of service, sacri-fice and soul into the spiritual and entrepreneurial work in Cornerstone

Church, Salisbury, North Carolina.

My deepest love and admiration,Dr. Tim McClure, Lead Pastor of Promiseland Church - Melbourne, FL

Happy 25th Anniversary! Thank you for the times that you have spoken into my life, my ministry and my family. We are just so grateful for all the things that you have done. You have made a huge impact in our lives and your ministry will last for generations and generations. I love you so much

and the whole Cornerstone family. LaRue Howard, Recording Artist


The best way for me to describe how I feel on this 25th Anniversary of Cornerstone Church is to use the words of the baseball great, Lou Gehrig, “Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth!”

To my wife, Tina: I’m married to one of the sweetest, most intelligent, hard-working ladies on planet Earth. You are so beautiful and the way you care for me is amazing. I’m so excited to spend the rest of my life with you!

To my 4 children and their families: It’s hard to imagine that you’re all grown and have families of your own. I’m proud of each of you and the spouses you have chosen. One of my greatest desires is to always portray to you what “family” is all about. Love ya!

To my grandchildren, Kassey and “C”: Pawpaw loves you both. You have made me so happy. Love you!

To Calvin, Jennifer & Shaun (my adopted family): Tina and I love you and are always thankful for you.

To Mom and Walt: I’m so thankful that you live in Rowan County; I love you both.

To my Pastors, Tom & Betty Whidden: I’ve been around preachers all my life but I’ve never been around a couple that shows forth the Fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control) the way you do. I love you and thank you for allowing me to call you Pastor.

To Cornerstone Church Family: I know it’s crazy to think that we have been together for 25 years. The average length of a Pastor today is 18 months. I am honored to pastor the greatest folks this side of Heaven. For 25 years, you have stood with me; through the good times and bad times. Cornerstone is not what it is because of Bill & Tina Godair or the Pastoral Team…it’s because of you, the covenant members and friends that serve and support the vision of the house with your time and finances. You are the real heroes.

-Bill Godair

“Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth!” -Lou Gehrig

The Godair Family (BR) Josh, Roxie, Jonathan, Sherry, Kristen, Marco, Bethany, CJ

(FR) Kassey, Bill, “C”, Tina

Tom and Betty Whidden



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Take a walk

down memory lane…

1989-1996

1996-2008

2008-Present

“Where there is no vision, the people perish...” Proverbs 29:18 (KJV)

1986-1989

Our Road to

25 Years



“Cornerstone Church purchased 45.88 acres along Interstate 85 at N.C. 152 and U.S. 29.”Friday, February 25, 2011 / Salisbury Post

The Vision continues...

Board of Directors:Angela AlfordBuddy Beaver

Crystal CorriherJoseph EmmonsJonathan GodairEzequiel Herrera

Corey HillJackie Lee

Glenwood Oats Jr. Delroy Tulloch

Honorary Board Member:Tom Whidden

“Thank you for allowing me to pursue the vision that God has

placed in my heart.”-Bill Godair, Board Chair


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“Write the vision and engrave it so plainly upon tablets that everyone who passes may [be able to] read [it easily and quickly] as he hastens by.”

Habakkuk 2:2 (AMP)

“Cornerstone Church purchased 45.88 acres along Interstate 85 at N.C. 152 and U.S. 29.”Friday, February 25, 2011 / Salisbury Post

The Event Center


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Pastoral Team

Tony & Denise Hall

Tony came to the lord after a very troubled child-

hood which included losing his mother at 7 years

old. After meeting Denise Alexander in 1976,

they were married in 1977. The Halls began their

ministry in 1978 and have traveled internationally

before coming to Cornerstone. They were asked to

become a part of the Pastoral Team in 2008. Tony

currently serves as the Pastor of Family Life (ages

31-49). He also works full-time for the Church Of-

fice. They currently reside in Landis, N.C. LeDerick & Joslyn Blackburn

Joslyn was born in Chicago, Il but raised in New

Orleans, LA. LeDerick, her husband of 17 years,

was born in Franklinton, LA. They both have

been graced with the gift of music and minister-

ing the Word of God. Their union has produced

two beautiful children, Kirsten and Donovan.

They moved to N.C. in 2006 after Hurricane

Katrina. Pastor Joslyn ministers weekly with the

Praise and Worship Team as she serves as Wor-

ship Pastor at Cornerstone Church. Joslyn and

her family currently live in Concord, N.C.

Jason & Audra Honeycutt

Jason Honeycutt is originally from Wake Forest,

N.C. and his wife, Audra, is originally from Con-

cord, N.C. They have been married since of May

1998. They have 3 children, Gabrielle, Alexandra,

and their son, Ian. Jason serves as the Adult Edu-

cation Pastor; Audra serves on the Praise team.

Over-all, their purpose is to provide spiritual and

practical development for ages 19 & older. Jason &

his family currently live in Concord, N.C.

Calvin & Jennifer Willis

Calvin & Jennifer live in Concord, N.C. God has

blessed them with 2 miracle babies, their son,

Shaun, and another one the way. Originally from

Maryland, Calvin moved to N.C. in 1998. Jen-

nifer was raised near Orlando, FL and joined her

husband at Cornerstone when they married in

2003. Children’s ministry is where their passion

lies. With over 25 years of experience between the

two, Calvin & Jennifer lead Planet Kidz, our min-

istry for children 5th grade & under. They reside in

Concord, N.C.

Glenwood & Juanita Oats

Glenwood and Juanita Oats married in October

1998 and are the proud parents of two children,

Glenwood III and Jaliyah. Glenwood is a native

of Baltimore, MD who moved to North Carolina

in 1992. Juanita is from Salisbury and has lived

in North Carolina her entire life. The Oats’ serve

The Movement, our Young Adult Ministry, which

includes singles & married couple ages 18-30.

They reside in Salisbury, N.C.

Orlando & Becky Zapata

Orlando and Becky Zapata have been happily

married since May 2004. Orlando is originally

from Honduras and Becky is originally from New

York; they met at Cornerstone Church. Orlando

& Becky lead The Mix, our middle & high school

student ministry. Orlando is a part of our Of-

fice Team as a full-time employee. They reside in

Granite Quarry, N.C.

Denis & Yudy Zuniga

Denis & Yudy are from the country of Hondu-

ras in Central America and have been married

since 1999. They are the parents of 5 children -

Eder, Gerson, Jose, Derrick and Denis Jr. Denis

& Yudy lead the Latino Ministry at Cornerstone.

On a weekly basis, they minister to people from

Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, Costa Rica and

many other Latin-American nations. They live

in Faith, N.C.

Thank you for being men and women of God

with passion, character and integrity.

- Pastor Bill Godair



Kristen ZapataKristen Zapata, Pastor Godair’s oldest daughter, has worked for Cornerstone since February 1999. She received her Associates Degree in Business Administration in 2001 and currently serves as Executive Assistant to the Lead Pastors. Kristen’s passion is to provide the provision for the Pastor’s vision! Kristen and her husband, Marco, were married in May 2005 and reside in Salisbury with their daughter, Kassey.

Jennifer Willis Jennifer Willis joined the team at Cornerstone Church as Office Manager in February of 2009. Her duties include the church’s finances, Human Resources, Coordinator for The Event Center and contact for our ministries & members of the church. After working 8 years in another industry, it is a dream come true for her to be able to use her skills and talents for the glory of God! Jennifer and her family lives in Concord, N.C.

Marilyn KhokharMarilyn is a former aerospace engineer of 36 years where she was employed as a process improve-ment manager. She has a Bachelors Degree in En-gineering and a Masters in HPI and Training Sys-tems. Marilyn is mother to Mya and Ian, “Mimi” to 8 grandchildren and “Ms. K” to her three adult foster children. She joined Cornerstone in 2010 and became a part of the Office Team in May 2011 where she works in administration. She currently resides in Kannapolis, N.C.Roxie KirkRoxie Kirk joined the Office Team in March 2009 as a Graphic Designer. She has studied Interactive Media Design at Art Institute of Charlotte. Roxie has attended Cornerstone Church since 1999 where she met her now husband, Josh. They now reside in Granite Quarry, NC.

Bethany Rodwell Bethany Rodwell, Pastor Godair’s youngest daughter, has worked for Cornerstone since May 2001. She received her AA Degree in Early Childhood Education in 2008 and will start her BA Degree in 2012 at UNCG. She currently serves as the Sr. Director of the four Cornerstone Child Develop-ment Centers. Her passion is to provide help to the Lead Pastors by serving in this position with excellence and to advocate for children and families on a daily basis. Betha-ny, and her husband, CJ, were married in September 2008 and reside in Charlotte with their son, Charles, III (“C”).

Bud SamplesBud Samples has worked as Cornerstone’s Maintenance Coordinator since August 2009, taking care of more than 6 facilities. Bud has been in the maintenance & construc-tion industry for over 18 years. His experience and abili-ties have been a great blessing to Cornerstone Church. He and his wife, Kim, have 7 children and reside in China Grove, N.C.

Kimberly KennedyKimberly Kennedy has been a member of Cornerstone Church since March of 2006. She joined as part of our office team in October 2010. Kim’s goal on a daily basis is to ensure that everyone that visits Cornerstone Campus experiences excellence when they come into our facilities. She is married to Jaimy and together they have 4 children. Kim and her family lives in Salisbury, N.C.

Belinda MedinaBelinda Medina began working at Cornerstone Church as a part-time tutor in March 2011 and joined the Office Team full-time in August 2011. She works as a Bilingual Administrative Assistant supporting all areas of our op-erations including El Latino, Cornerstone Child Devel-opment Centers & the church. Belinda married Tomas, her husband, in 1990. Together, they have 3 children and live in Salisbury, NC.

Office Team

Thank you for everything you do on a weekly basis. On Sundays, you see me at my best, but Monday – Friday it’s not always that

good…yet you love me. Thank you!- Pastor Bill Godair



THE MIX (Middle & High School Students)The Mix is a ministry in which in middle and high school students can belong; after all, relationships are what life is all about. It is a place where the # 1 goal is to inspire teens to become the very best in life; not only in their walk with God, but also in today‘s world. It exists to create positive change in the home, schools, neighborhoods, etc…

The Mix meets every Wednesday at 7p.m. in The Warehouse (located inside The Education Center) - a cool and exciting room designed with teens in mind. During any given class, teens will experience the word of God through many different interactive and relevant teaching methods including videos, music, and more. The Warehouse provides teens with the opportunity to interact with their peers and to play their favorite video games on the Wii and Playstation consoles. Pool tables, air hockey tables and a state-of-the-art Internet Café area also awaits. The Mix is strategically designed to not only reach today’s generation but most importantly, to relate with it.

TO BETTER SERVE... YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

The Mix is where students can belong; after all, relationships are what life is all about. It is a place where the # 1 goal is to inspire teens to become the very best in life; not only in their walk with God, but also in today‘s world. It exists to create positive change in the home, schools, neighborhoods, etc…

The Mix meets every Wednesday at 7p.m. in The Warehouse (located inside The Educa-tion Center) - a cool and exciting room de-signed with teens in mind. During any given class, teens will experience the word of God through many different interactive and rel-evant teaching methods including videos, music, and more. The Warehouse provides teens with the opportunity to interact with their peers and to play their fa-vorite video games on the Wii and Playstation consoles. Pool tables, air hockey tables and a state-of-the-art Internet Café area also awaits. The Mix is strategically designed to not only reach today’s generation, but most importantly, to relate with it.

God is searching the earth for those who will believe in His cause and be the spark that changes the

culture around them. He’s looking for a generation that

will not be satisfied as spectators, but who will wholeheartedly explore and live out their full, God-given poten-tial. Now is the time. We are those people. This is the Movement.

The Living Room (Singles) is a unique blend of teaching and discussion in a non-threatening environment of ac-ceptance and authenticity. It is a place where you can come as you are to lis-ten, ask questions, and dialogue with what’s on your heart and mind. The Living Room is designed to connect and build lasting and meaningful re-lationships while exploring God and ourselves.

The Union (Married Couples) was formed - to create environments that foster deep connections with other young couples, each other, and with God as we move from just doing church to actively being the church. It’s so easy to just attend church and not ever become a part of it, but it is for our benefit and the benefit of oth-ers that we become living and active participants.

No matter what your family looks like—whether you’re a single parent, an empty nester, a couple with no kids, a single adult, or a traditional family with a mom, dad, and children at home—you matter at Cornerstone!

Perhaps you’re looking for support in spiritually forming your kids. Or you’re thinking about getting into a serious re-lationship—or praying for one. There are individuals who are trying to take care of aging parents and grandparents, aware of the spiritual influence they can pass onto future generations. Some have been wrecked by the loss of a loved one or the failure of a mar-riage. At Cornerstone, we are here to walk alongside you regardless of what your family looks like. We want to help you develop stronger, healthier relation-ships as you grow spiritually and embrace God’s design for your relationship.

At Planet Kidz, we offer an atmosphere of action - con-stantly moving forward & serving children as they learn

and grow in a deeper relation-ship with Jesus Christ. Just as they talked about the New Jerusalem in Zechariah 8:4-5, kids of every nationality & background will play together, pray together & live for God together! We cannot stay still - this is a World of Action and at Planet Kidz, we choose to BE ACTIVE IN GOD!

Planet Kidz meets every Wednesday at 7p.m. & Sundays at 9 & 11a.m. in vari-ous classrooms throughout the Education Center. The Infant Nursery is located in The Event Center for infants - 6 weeks to walkers. The Pre-Tot Nursery is located in the Education Center for toddlers who are walking through 23 months.

Birth-5th Grade Ages 18-30 * Single & Married

WARNINGPlanet Kidz has been known

to cause children to drag their parents out of bed on Sunday mornings.

Middle & High School

WARNINGThe Mix has been known

to cause students to become passionate followers

of Jesus Christ.


Facebook.com/themix612

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THE MIX (Middle & High School Students)The Mix is a ministry in which in middle and high school students can belong; after all, relationships are what life is all about. It is a place where the # 1 goal is to inspire teens to become the very best in life; not only in their walk with God, but also in today‘s world. It exists to create positive change in the home, schools, neighborhoods, etc…

The Mix meets every Wednesday at 7p.m. in The Warehouse (located inside The Education Center) - a cool and exciting room designed with teens in mind. During any given class, teens will experience the word of God through many different interactive and relevant teaching methods including videos, music, and more. The Warehouse provides teens with the opportunity to interact with their peers and to play their favorite video games on the Wii and Playstation consoles. Pool tables, air hockey tables and a state-of-the-art Internet Café area also awaits. The Mix is strategically designed to not only reach today’s generation but most importantly, to relate with it.

TO BETTER SERVE... YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

God is searching the earth for those who will believe in His cause and be the spark that changes the

culture around them. He’s looking for a generation that

will not be satisfied as spectators, but who will wholeheartedly explore and live out their full, God-given poten-tial. Now is the time. We are those people. This is the Movement.

The Living Room (Singles) is a unique blend of teaching and discussion in a non-threatening environment of ac-ceptance and authenticity. It is a place where you can come as you are to lis-ten, ask questions, and dialogue with what’s on your heart and mind. The Living Room is designed to connect and build lasting and meaningful re-lationships while exploring God and ourselves.

The Union (Married Couples) was formed - to create environments that foster deep connections with other young couples, each other, and with God as we move from just doing church to actively being the church. It’s so easy to just attend church and not ever become a part of it, but it is for our benefit and the benefit of oth-ers that we become living and active participants.

No matter what your family looks like—whether you’re a single parent, an empty nester, a couple with no kids, a single adult, or a traditional family with a mom, dad, and children at home—you matter at Cornerstone!

Perhaps you’re looking for support in spiritually forming your kids. Or you’re thinking about getting into a serious re-lationship—or praying for one. There are individuals who are trying to take care of aging parents and grandparents, aware of the spiritual influence they can pass onto future generations. Some have been wrecked by the loss of a loved one or the failure of a mar-riage. At Cornerstone, we are here to walk alongside you regardless of what your family looks like. We want to help you develop stronger, healthier relation-ships as you grow spiritually and embrace God’s design for your relationship.

The Senior Adult Min-istry is comprised of two groups, JOY (Just Older Youth) and SALT

(Seasoned Adults Living Triumphantly). JOY includes adults ages 51-65 while SALT includes adults 66 yrs & up. While there will be shared events and/or activities, a distinction is made due to clearly different needs and activities of each group. Both groups are dedicated to living out purpose and exploring lifelong passions that lead to legacies of hope and faith. We thrive on fel-lowship, encouragement and victo-rious living by serving as a platform for seniors to pay forward in our homes, church and community.

Ages 51 & up * Single & Married

Because we care for you and your family, we want to make certain that every mem-

ber and family of our church experience the love and support of the whole congregation. We want to be known throughout our community as a loving and caring church. What is the My Circle Family Plan? It is a plan through which the My Circle Leaders can join the Lead Pastors and church staff in ministering to the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of each church member and family. The church families are divided into groups of ten or more families. Each group of families is then assigned to a My Circle Leader who will minister to them over a period of time.


Ages 31-50 * Single & Married

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Cornerstone gives over 2,000 hours to Knox Middle School.

Preaching Love At All Times... Using Words Only When Necessary

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Middle and High School Students clean the streets

in Salisbury, N.C.

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Extreme Makeover: Knox Middle School

Cleaning The Streets

Coat Give-A-Way

Nursing HomePlanet Kidz visiting one of many Nursing Homes visited during Christmas Season.

Members remodeled a complete home for single mom.

Over 250 coats hand-delivered to Salisbury communities.

Mayor welcomes the only Latino Newspaper in Rowan County.

Thanksgiving Dinner Give-A-WayThanksgiving Dinners given to Knollwood Elementary School families.


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