Honoring Bishop Dr. Lester A. Roch — 50 Years of Ministry & 78 Years of Life
Published by Apostolical Tabernacle Communications • June 23, 2025
Houston, Texas — On Sunday, June 23, 2025, Apostolical Tabernacle Church gathered to celebrate a double blessing: Bishop Dr. Lester A. Roch’s 50th year in ministry and his 78th birthday! This remarkable day was filled with love, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation for a shepherd who has dedicated his life to serving God and guiding His people.
Members, ministers, and guests from across the South Texas District came together to honor Bishop Roch and First Lady Sharon Roch for their lifetime of commitment and leadership. The celebration was marked by worship, testimonies, and joyful reflection on the countless lives their ministry has touched over the past five decades.
🎉 Happy 78th Birthday, Bishop Roch!
Your unwavering faith, compassion, and wisdom continue to inspire us all. Thank you for 50 years of faithful ministry and for leading with love and integrity.
From his early years preaching the gospel in Houston to decades of pastoral leadership, Bishop Roch’s legacy is one of faithfulness and impact. Under his guidance, Apostolical Tabernacle has grown into a thriving church family known for its passionate worship, community outreach, and commitment to truth.
style="width:100%;border-radius:16px;box-shadow:0 10px 25px rgba(0,0,0,.08);">“Fifty years of ministry represents fifty years of faithfulness — to God, to His Word, and to His people. Bishop Roch’s life is a living sermon of endurance, humility, and love.” — South Texas District UPCI Leadership
The evening service featured a video montage of Bishop Roch’s ministry through the years, tributes from family and peers, and a special presentation from the South Texas District UPCI commemorating his half-century of service. The celebration concluded with prayer, song, and warm fellowship, reflecting the deep unity and love within the church family.
In his remarks, Bishop Roch humbly expressed his gratitude: “To serve God’s people for fifty years is the greatest honor of my life. Every sermon preached, every prayer prayed, every soul reached — it’s all for His glory.”
The celebration not only honored Bishop Roch’s achievements but also marked a new chapter for Apostolical Tabernacle. As the church continues forward, it carries with it the values he instilled — faith, love, and dedication to God’s calling.
Congratulations, Bishop Dr. Lester A. Roch — Happy 78th Birthday and 50 Years of Ministry! Your legacy of faithfulness and grace continues to shine as a light to all who know you.
“Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of thy Lord.” — Matthew 25:21