Leadership

The leaders who serve our network

Meet the bishops, apostles, and pastors who guide Issachar Network.

Our leaders

Bishop Ronnie Cruel
Presiding Bishop
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Bishop Kendrick Meredith
2nd Presiding Bishop
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Bishop-Designate James L. Peoples
Missions Overseer
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Adrienne Cruel
Administrator
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Meet our leaders

Bishop Ronnie Cruel

Presiding Bishop

Ronnie Cruel is the founding bishop and current visionary leader of Issachar Network of Churches & Ministers (INCM). He possess a BS in Psychology and a Masters of Biblical Studies. Ron has over 50 years in pastoral, administrative, and teaching experience. He passionately pours this into receiving hearts according to 2 Timothy 2:2. "I am raising up a network of recognition, resources, and relationships for my sons and daughters. They should not be recognized by the red tape of insecure leaders but by the red blood of the Lamb they proclaim! I am raising up a network containing a library of resources and people willing to be a resources to the body of Christ. All this will be woven together by covenant relationships that will not allow another wounded soldier to die…” (November,1983)

Bishop Kendrick Meredith

2nd Presiding Bishop

Kendrick Meredith’s pastoral career began when he received his minister’s license in 2001 and was ordained in 2003. He attended Berean Christian Church where he was mentored by his spiritual father, Pastor Kerwin B. Lee. He served as an armor bearer and eventually held the post of Chief Armor Bearer. In this role is where he developed what he refers to as his “Servant’s Spirit.” He strongly believes that any good leader must be an even greater servant. He prepared himself for leadership by obtaining Bachelor, Master of Ministry, and Doctor of Ministry degrees. In 2003, Bishop Meredith answered the call to begin the ministry that God gave him which eventually was birthed into Life Abundantly Church...one church in two locations. He is a widely known developer of Pastors, church planters and men. He is the proud father of three daughters and two sons. He is the ever-devoted husband of Dr. Tammy Meredith.

Bishop-Designate James L. Peoples

Missions Overseer

James L. Peoples, a native of Mobile, Alabama, Christian life and ministry spans over three scores. His work as a pipe-fitter has taken him many places in the USA. In February 2016, he launched Agape Christian Fellowship and changed the name to Agape Global Ministries. His ministry in Uganda is highlighted for the established local church, evangelism & conference sessions, community feeding/water outreach, and souls added to the Kingdom.

Adrienne Cruel

Administrator

Adrienne Janet Cruel was born in Eisenhower Medical Center in Augusta, GA on March 9, 1980. She has completed three years as an English major with minors in Technical Writing and Literature from Albany State University. She was a cheerleader from 6th grade to 11th grade being captain and coach at times. Adrienne worked for Grady County Schools as a Supervisor and Director for student transportation for over 17 years. She is an experienced choir director, talented worship leader, and accomplished trainer. Adrienne is the mother of one daughter, Adrianna, who is 12. She recently accepted the calling on her life by God to minister to others.

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