The Assemblies of God was formed in 1914, in an effort to unite Pentecostal ministers and churches into an effective fellowship. The denomination now has over 35,000 ministers and some 11,123 churches in this country. Overseas constituency is over 16 million. Local churches are sovereign in the choice of pastor, ownership of property, and management of church business. The congregational form of government is practiced.
District councils assist local churches, ordain ministers, and sponser new church efforts.
On the national level, a 13-member Executive Presytery serves as a board of directors. Within this board, the general superintendent, general secretary, and general treasurer form the board of administration. The policy board is a 240-member General Presbytery, which meets annually. The general business meeting of the Assemblies of God, called a General Council, is held biennially. All ordained ministers and one delegate from each affiliated church are eligible to participate.