Johnnie Skinner was ordained as a minister of the Gospel in 1967. After extensive travel and pastorates in Oklahoma, Texas and Louisiana, Reverend Skinner was called to Calvary Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ of Rowlett, Texas in 1988. Throughout his ministry he has held several leadership positions in the Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ and is now serving his second term as the Texas District Superintendent – over 30 churches. In 2003, he received an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Cypress Bible Institute and has obtained the Office of Bishop.