Dr. Gary W. Garrett has dedicated his life to preserving the rich heritage
of the Apostolic Faith movement. In 1999, he founded Apostolic Archives
International, Inc. , an esteemed institution committed to safeguarding and
celebrating Apostolic history. Under his leadership, the Apostolic Heritage
Center-headquartered in Joplin, Missouri-houses a historical library,
research center, heritage museum, and the Apostolic Ministerial Hall of
Fame. rough these initiatives, Dr. Garrett has ensured that the legacy of
the movement remains accessible and honored.
Dr. Garrett holds multiple degrees in higher education, including a Doctor of
Philosophy with a specialization in church history. His lifelong contributions
to Apostolic scholarship earned him the prestigious Apostolic Apologist Award
in 2003, along with recognition as a 21st-century Apostolic father. A proli c
author, he has penned numerous works, including ministerial biographies
and historical studies that document the faith's enduring legacy.
Mentored by the late Bishop M. E. Golder and shaped by the spiritual guidance
of his father, the late Bishop W. J. Garrett, Dr. Garrett remains steadfast in
his mission to preserve the contributions of Apostolic pioneers. is book
is a testament to that commitment-honoring the life and legacy of Bishop
G. T. Haywood. In Dr. Garrett's words, "People never die until there is no
one left to call their names.
