About AREA
The Alfred Rawls Evangelical Association is a global evangelical, apostolic, and teaching ministry committed to the proclamation of Jesus Christ and the advancement of His Kingdom.
Our Story
Founded on the Gospel. Built for the Nations.
The Alfred Rawls Evangelical Association (AREA) was founded by Apostle Alfred S. Rawls in response to a divine call to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ beyond the walls of any single church or denomination. What began as a local evangelistic and teaching ministry has grown into a multi-faceted global organization with ministry relationships, outreach initiatives, and evangelistic campaigns spanning multiple nations and continents.
AREA operates at the intersection of evangelism, apostolic leadership, church strengthening, humanitarian outreach, and media ministry. The organization exists not merely to build an institution, but to advance the Kingdom of God — making disciples, equipping leaders, serving communities, and proclaiming Christ wherever the Lord opens the door.
From evangelistic crusades and leadership summits to community outreach and digital media, AREA is committed to a holistic expression of the Gospel — one that addresses the spiritual, practical, and social needs of people in every nation.
"For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes."
— Romans 1:16
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, strengthen the Church, equip leaders, serve communities, and advance the Kingdom of God to the ends of the earth.
Our Vision
A world where every person has heard the Gospel, every church is strengthened, every leader is equipped, and every community is served in the name of Jesus Christ.
Core Values
Gospel-Centered
Everything we do flows from and points to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Apostolic
We operate under apostolic authority, covering, and accountability.
Evangelistic
We are compelled by the Great Commission to reach the lost at every opportunity.
Equipping
We invest in leaders, ministers, and believers for effective Kingdom service.
Compassionate
We serve the whole person — spiritually, physically, and practically.
Global
Our vision extends to every nation, tribe, tongue, and people.
Theological Foundation
What We Believe
The Bible
We believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God — the supreme standard for all faith and practice.
The Trinity
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three Persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — co-equal, co-eternal, and co-essential.
Jesus Christ
We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death, bodily resurrection, ascension, and His coming return in glory.
Salvation
We believe salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone — a free gift of God received through repentance and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
The Holy Spirit
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit — regenerating, indwelling, empowering, and gifting believers for life and service.
The Church
We believe in the universal Church — the Body of Christ — and the local church as the primary expression of God's Kingdom on earth.
The Great Commission
We believe every believer and every church is called to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey all that Christ commanded.
The Return of Christ
We believe in the personal, visible, and glorious return of Jesus Christ to judge the living and the dead and to establish His eternal Kingdom.
Founder & Presiding Apostle
Leadership
Apostle Alfred S. Rawls
Founder & Presiding Apostle
Apostle Alfred S. Rawls is the founder and presiding apostle of the Alfred Rawls Evangelical Association. Called to ministry at an early age, Apostle Rawls has devoted his life to the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ — preaching, teaching, and ministering across the United States and internationally.
Known for his uncompromising commitment to Scripture, his apostolic authority, and his heart for the lost, Apostle Rawls has conducted evangelistic crusades, leadership conferences, and outreach initiatives that have touched thousands of lives. He is a gifted preacher, teacher, and apostolic leader whose ministry combines doctrinal depth with evangelistic urgency.
Under his leadership, AREA has grown from a local ministry into a global organization with ministry relationships, outreach programs, and evangelistic campaigns spanning multiple nations. Apostle Rawls continues to preach, teach, travel, and build — driven by a singular conviction: the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes.
"The Gospel is not a program. It is the power of God. Our assignment is simply to proclaim it — faithfully, boldly, and without apology."
— Apostle A.S. Rawls
Join the Mission
Whether through prayer, giving, or going — there is a place for you in the work of AREA.