Our history

OVER 60 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIVE MINISTRY

For over 60 years, the Minnesota, Wisconsin, Dakotas District Council has stood as a beacon of faith, leadership, and transformative ministry. Rooted in a deep commitment to the Gospel, our district has cultivated generations of pastors, churches, and believers who have faithfully served their communities and the world. From humble beginnings to a thriving network of ministries, our rich history reflects God’s faithfulness and the unwavering dedication of those who have answered the call to build His Kingdom across the Upper Midwest and beyond.

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1920s

"Minnesota Council"

Minnesota Council (which also included Iowa) was established to unify and support Apostolic churches across the Upper Midwest, fostering collaboration and spiritual growth. As part of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc., the Minnesota Council provided a regional structure for churches in Minnesota and Iowa to connect, share resources, and advance their collective mission.

1950s

Wisconsin Added

Wisconsin was officially added to the Minnesota Council in the 1950s, expanding the council’s reach and unifying Apostolic churches across a broader regional landscape. This pivotal inclusion strengthened the council’s mission, fostering greater fellowship, resource sharing, and collaborative ministry across state lines.

1960s

Dakotas Added

In the 1960s, North and South Dakota were added to the Minnesota-Wisconsin Council, marking a significant step in the council’s regional growth. This expansion brought new churches and ministries into fellowship, enhancing the council’s ability to serve and support Apostolic believers across the northern Midwest.

Our mwddc diocesans.

The Minnesota, Wisconsin, Dakotas District Council (MWDDC) is a Jesus Christ centered, progressive, regional fellowship of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc. (PAW). The PAW is an international ministerial fellowship organization, rooted in the Apostolic-Pentecostal faith, spanning nearly a century of existence.