Pastor David T. Demola

Pastor David T. Demola

David Demola Obituary

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Pastor David T. Demola

Colts Neck - Pastor David T. Demola, 74, of Colts Neck, NJ passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. The youngest of three boys, Pastor Demola was born in New Brighton, Staten Island, NY to Joseph and Rose (D'Amore) Demola on April 13th, 1943.

In 1980, Pastor Demola began a home Bible study, which rapidly grew into what is now known as Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center. Faith Fellowship is a growing congregation of 10,000 attendees. In addition to his responsibilities as pastor, Pastor Demola ministered via a weekly international telecast called The Teaching Ministry of David T. Demola. Each year he hosted an International Pastors and Ministers Conference (IPMC) that hosts delegates from over 150 nations. Also, he had an extensive media and literature outreach. In 2001 he began Faith International Training School which has trained some thousands of students from over 100 nations of the World. As the leader of Covenant Ministries International, he headed a large body of ministers. He is assisted in this work by a team of apostolic leaders, who together with him provide counsel, training, encouragement, and mentorship to churches, ministers, and pastors both in the U.S. and around the World.

Pastor Demola is predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Rose Demola, brothers, Joseph Demola Jr. and James Demola, nephew Joseph Demola III and niece Janice Demola.

He is survived by Diane (Johnston) Demola, his wife of 35 years and Co-Pastor of Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center. Five children and their spouses, Steven and Megan Mastropiero, Jeffrey and Geovanna Mastropiero, Jodi and Jeff Powers, Cynthia and PJ Oliveira and Jaclyn and Israel Monteiro. The eleven grandchildren from oldest to youngest are Michael and Francesca Powers, Payge Powers, Kelly Powers, Giavanna (Gigi) Powers, Brianna Pitre, David Pitre, Jordon Oliveira, Daniel Mastropiero, Grace Mastropiero, Jack Mastropiero, and Luke Mastropiero. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and many cousins.

Visitation Monday, March 5th 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Faith Fellowship Ministries, 2707 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ followed by the Life Celebration service at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Faith Fellowship Ministries World Outreach Center that will be designated to Pastor Demola's ongoing projects. For additional information on Pastor Demola, please visit www.ffmwoc.org. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Holmdel Funeral Home.

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February 25, 2025

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Christine McCoy

February 25, 2025

Continue to rest easy Pastor Demola. my continued red condolences to his family.

Noelia

February 27, 2024

Thinking of you today & always Pastor ! Continue to rest in peace. Thank you for leaving your mark on the world. A life well lived, your legacy will always remain.

Hurlis J Cotton

February 27, 2023

Deeply missed

Debbie Tatum

September 27, 2021

Shocked! I learned so much from Pastor Demola. I moved 3000 miles away in 2012, but I still have CD's messages of his powerful teachings from what I considered to be my church home of 14 years or so. What a blessing to have been taught by him. He touched so many and we are all richly blessed because he was our Pastor. Blessings Pastor Diane and to the family.

Yvette Harris

February 25, 2021

I know that heaven is rejoicing every morning since the addition of this anointed Pastor! Oh, pre pandemic how we would gather in the sanctuary and wait for his arrival! His love for baseball was an analogy for "His Home run hitting!" every time he preached and taught about the God he now knows on a first hand basis! Our loss is heaven's gain! Triumphant joy was his specialty!

Deborah Howard

August 11, 2020

Recently I’ve discovered David Demolas preaching on the Internet. He is the most profound teacher I’ve ever heard. I’m heartbroken to learn he has passed away. I will continue to search out his sermons...
Deborah ..

Hurlis Cotton

February 28, 2020

Although its been a couple years now I find myself watching videos of you on YouTube and it feels like you are still here with us because of the teaching and preaching ANOINTING that is so evident on life and ministry . There was a time for about a 4 year period that a of us group would have prayer at my house on behalf of ffmwoc .every Sunday afternoon anywhere from 4-8 hours its was so powerful pastor Dave you would have been so proud of your spiritual sons and daughters praying for you and your family.

Anthony Fuller

May 15, 2019

My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and your family, i was blessed and honored to meet and shake this wonderful man of God's hand and throughout his teachings he has had a great impact on my life, lord I thank you for your servant he has touched many lives, Thanks Pastor David T Demola Rest On Sir.

Jacqueline Johnson

March 7, 2019

Thanks for your leadership and dedication to the church pastor.May God give you peace in heaven,. comfort your wife & bless your children. Met him/chirch at a great time in my life..Needed a wonderful church ..plus.healing and hope for the future..Visited the Edison church till it moved..Loved his teachings..Came to church..(any way I could..Didn't even have. transportation. That did not matter.
Thanks for being such a great captain..Greatful for the prayers worship class & beauty You and your team brought to the church...You all have a special place in Heaven
..Was blessed to have join the team of members who went and opened the church in Fort Myers.What a wonderful time.I felt closer to him & the church. My gratitude is immense..I loved this man of God who is resting in Gods arms..Rest in the Lord.Thanks for the Priviledge.

Elizabeth Christmas

February 28, 2019

Denise Pope

February 27, 2019

Pastor Dave, You are loved and missed sincerely. You were my Pastor for 20 years. You have imparted so much wisdom and knowledge into my spirit. Your legacy will live on through me.... FOREVER in my heart......

Missing Pastor Dave!!!! Forever in my heart...... Well done good and faithful servant!!!!!!

Denise Pope

February 27, 2019

Denise Pope

February 27, 2019

Pastor Dave, I know you are in the presence of our Heavenly Father... I miss you beyond words. When you left, you took a huge piece of my heart with you! You impacted my life with the Word of God for 20 years. I will be forever grateful for all the wisdom you have imparted in me. I will be forever grateful for all those years spent under your teaching. I'm am so honored and truly blessed to call you my Pastor. Your legacy will continue through me and the lives you touched. Well Done Good and Faithful Servant.... Xoxoxo

Valli Walton

February 26, 2019

Wow! How time seems to pass so swiftly! Pastor Demola's legacy continues. Such a wonderful man of God with a loving and compassionate heart. Never forgotten, memory cherished... Agape, Bishop Dr. Valli Y. Walton

H L

February 26, 2019

Don't know why Pastor T Demola came to my thoughts today... but I am saddened To know that he has passed away. I started going to his church when I was very young, it was in the old building, my parents took me every Sunday to Sunday school and I loved it! Years passed, And Sunday school slowly turned into youth group/ Young adults. I remember having some Of the toughest times in my teenage years, I would go through the school week dreading it, but on the weekends (church service) or during youth group everything was instantly better. I looked forward to his messages, they would help me thru the week.. I was young, but all his messages were so powerful and you could feel it no matter what age you were ... Whether you were 8 or 108 the messages always hit home and tugged at your heart.. Though I don't live in the area anymore, I am proud to say that I was a member, that I grew up there in that church, and that I was baptized there... I am so thankful that we live in a time where we have his preaching this still available to us and that I can go back and listen to them. I know it's been almost a year of his passing, and I am just finding out, but I'm sure it's not any easier on the family-so I will be praying for you guys ! To the family ....Thank you for sharing your son,brother,husband,father,grandfather with the world and with me!

Dee L

August 7, 2018

I am so grateful that we had that conversation in the gym shortly before you passed. We talked about a lot of things. Some funny, some sad, and some serious but profound and obviously timely. As the conversation wound down, you reminded me that I was with FFM - 38 years, my whole adult life. I am so glad that I got to thank you for everything. I was there for the beginning and the end. You were a man with a great big heart of gold and we all felt it. I am certain that you have many jewels in your crown as you bask in His presence for all eternity. For sure, many will follow you - because of you. Thank you....

Johanna Majorana

July 30, 2018

So sorry to read about his passing. I attended his services when on Staten Island. I'm truly sorry. Wish I could have talked to him one more time.
How is Diane?

Jineane LaBate

July 3, 2018

He was a wonderful pastor. I will really miss his sermons and preaching. He is walking with our Lord now.

Elia Santana

May 19, 2018

Walked into this church a few years ago, not knowing what to expect. Never was the church go'er type, but you could feel the energy as soon as you walk into Faith Fellowship. I felt at peace, I felt at home, I felt all my worries drift away every Sunday morning. I was broken in more ways than one. This church, the music, the word of God, it helped me so much. Thank you Pastor for giving your all every time you spoke. Thank you for unknowingly healing me. Rest in Paradise. I will keep you in my heart.

Dr Valli Walton

May 6, 2018

I wish to express my sincere condolences to Diane, the family and Church family at the passing of beloved Pastor David Demola. Agape, Bishop Dr. Valli Y. WaltonSpirit Of Life FellowshipP.O. Box 136Purchase, NY 10577-0136

W L

April 29, 2018

Pastor david demola I just learned you died today. I knew sth was wrong when I went to church today. I have been sick and had not visited your church for a while. I can't remember when was the last time I was at your church. I am sorry! You were like my pastor even though I don't go to your church regularly. You spoke faith to me. You have me two prophecies. You said God had healed me from lupus when I was first diagnosed. You were the first to pray for me. You introduced me to a lady whom God healed lupus. Another prophecy was when one day out of blue you said, God wants me to tell someone here who had abortion but blaming herself. God says He is sorry that this happened and He has forgiven you. My roommate and I looked at each other. We did not say anything. I felt like it was for me and she felt like it was for her. It was at the end of service. We went home afterwards. I remember after pastor said, he acted like he was choked up. I was shocked that he would give a personal message like that. I also experienced miracles at the church. Pastor demola I thought you would live to 100. You always acted so strong. We leaned on your mighty faith knowing that you will always be there for us. You always prayed for us at every service and always blessed us with words of faith. You said to the weary souls the best is yet to come. You don't know me but when I was sick I listened to your healing tape and pastor Diane's healing tape. You blessed me through these tapes. I am going to miss you so much. You are always there at each service, I miss you already so much. I know this love from you is from the unrelenting love of Jesus. Plus the church is so magnificent and clean. Worship is amazing. I can't remember how many times I cried in the services. Today I felt like heaven was harmonizing with is. It is you in heaven watching over us. I cried and cried but I had an uneasy feeling not knowing what happened to pastor demola. Why is he not here? Why people are not talking him? I was afraid of the worst. Now I know the Lord took you. I was devastated. I know you don't know me but I have to write this. I will pray for Diane your beautiful wife. Thank you pastor david demola. Rest in peace.

Hurlis Cotton

April 13, 2018

Happy BIRTHDAY pastor Dave you are celebrating your birthday with your Lord Jesus Christ75th

Miguel Perlaza

April 11, 2018

I just found out about the passing of David . I want to give my condolences to his wife Diane and his surviving children . I serve in the spanish ministry, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Velma Johnson

April 7, 2018

I will forever be grateful to God for allowing me to occasionally visit Pastor Demola's church. I was a member of another church, and was invited to an evening Thurs. service at Faith Fellowship. I had an awful headache when I arrived. When Pastor Demola began to pray I went up for prayer. A prayer line with prayer warriors were standing on both sides. As I walked through the line, Pastor Demola stepped in front of me, and placed his hand on my head, and I felled under the anointing. When I went back to my seat, the headache was going away. When I left it was completely gone. Blessings to his family and church family.

Connie

April 2, 2018

I just found out about the passing of David . I want to give my condolences to his wife Diane and his surviving children . I had known David Demola since I was 16 years of age . Which is 40 years I have known him . I was saved in his church when he pastored in Christian Pentecostal Church in Staten Island New York. You are very missed

Connie

Kevin Mingo

March 31, 2018

I want to offer my sincere condolences to Mrs. Demola and the Faith Fellowship family.I remember being invited to Faith Fellowship when they were on Oak tree Road in Edison. I was an unsaved college student at the time. I attended church one Sunday after a weekend of partying and consuming a lot of alcohol. I remember how Pastor Demola and the saints treated with such godly love. I kept attending every Sunday while he sowed the word into my heart. It took a long time but I eventually gave my life to the Lord and I've been serving the Lord for 26 years now. I thank God for Pastor Demola and his ministry.

Bruce Rabon

March 27, 2018

While serving as the State Administrative Bishop for the Church of God in New Jersey on numerous occasions my wife and I dropped in to worship. We were blessed.

Simon P Lukwago

March 17, 2018

I still cant believe that Pr Demola went to be with the Lord. This man of God had a big heart for the nations of the world. I got a chance of studying in the Faith Fellowship Bible school and am a better Pastor now than before. God bless FITS and FFM. Those faith and grace messages inspired me every Sunday I sat under Dr Demola.
You shall always be missed, Man of God

Christine

March 15, 2018

Praise God for TV Ministry.Pastor Demola's Sermons had an lmpact on my Christian walk. May the God of all comfort pour out super abundant peace,strenght,and faith as we wait for the Coming of Jesus. Romans 8:28

Angelo G. Agnone

March 15, 2018

Pastor David was an amazing pastor. I first saw him at Faith Fellowship Ministries in Sayreville for the Paul Wilbur concert in 2006.

Robin

March 11, 2018

May your soul rest in eternal peace.

Collette Chery

March 11, 2018

Pastor Dave was a champion of the faith, and he was a strong covering over the congregation. I remember many times when he spoke a word, and it felt like he was speaking directly into my life. I also remember seeing him in dreams and waking up knowing my pastor really covers his church. I'm sure many others have had the same experience with him. He fulfilled the mission God gave to him, and he did it with excellence, fervor and love. Pastor David T. Demola has run his race well, and I know that he has heard, "Well done, my good and faithful servant" on Feb. 27th.

Ramnarine Rampersad

March 8, 2018

Pastor Dave Demola was always in my heart as the mouthpiece of God, loving, kind and precious. It was an honor to sit and listen to him preached the gospel ,and by listening to the message of "faith" l believe that's why I'm alive today. My condolences to his beautiful wife Diane Demola and his family.

James Stanford

March 8, 2018

Faith Fellowship was one of the first places I heard the Gospel Of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ presented clearly.The Kingdom has benefited from the ministry of brother Demola.There are many who will miss him greatly.

Millie and Juan Nunez

March 7, 2018

My heart felt condolences to Diane Demola and the children and family of Pastor Dave Demola. My first Pastor! My family and I are Forever Blessed and Grateful to have been under your teachings for the past 7 years. We will miss you and Love you forever!

ZOLA DIOZEYE ANDRICO

March 7, 2018

It was a great privilegie for me to know and hear This legende of the Gospel and to be trained at His Bible school where I catch the vision of grace and mission. Beyond the scripture I praise Lord for His life. He passed away for the world but not for me. I still keeping Him in my memory.

Frances Armstrong

March 6, 2018

I was shocked to hear the good news that Pastor Demola has gone home to be with the Lord. He was a wonderful teacher of the Gospel. I use to come to his church when he was in Edison New Jersey during the times Pastor Benny Hinn was coming to preach there. What a wonderful time we had. Our prayers are with the family. God Bless you. Minister Frances E. Armstrong

Nick/Stella Calvelli

March 6, 2018

So sad to hear that David Demola passed away. We knew David Demola from when he was a teen. The family attended Pine Grove Camp, in Malaga, NJ. I believe he received God's calling in one of the youth camp services....in 1959 or so. Haven't seen him for many years. Always happy to see that God was using him in a wonderful way (good preacher) and my Dad was always so happy to see him on TV. Nick grew up in the Bronx so he knew him well back then.......God's comfort and peace to his wife Diane and children and the church family

Nancy Harris

March 6, 2018

I attended Faith Fellowship during 1995-2002. Pastor and his wife, and staff were so kind and loving. I grew so much during those years. It was a blessing to have attended this church with my daughters and granddaughter (who attended nursery there also). I rejoice over all he gained as he entered heaven. May his family find comfort in the memories they shared.

Rose Issaka

March 6, 2018

Praising God for Pastor Demola's life!! Glory to God for your new assignment. What you have taught me I will carry & practice your teachings. What a might God we serve. Pastor your legacy will continue.
Family know that God does not make mistakes and we will forge through this one day at a time.

Annie Williams

March 6, 2018

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Rudy & Gina Colleton

March 6, 2018

Dearest Diane & family,
We are sending you our deepest sympathy but the remembering Pastor Dave with the complete love of Jesus. He taught us well and we will do our very best to carry on with his word and the selfless compassion he gave to all of us. Missing him is understatement. Pastor David DeMola will always be in our hearts,mind and soul. We will do all that we can do to carry his legacy forward.
We are here, call on us when you need us.
We will support you always.
Love Life as Life Loves You...
Psalm 121
Rudy & Gina Colleton

Deborah Moorman

March 6, 2018

I am very sad to hear of your passing. My family always were up lifted by your powerful messages. At the Edison,NJ church and the New church. Rest In Peace. Sincerely,.....

Mary Williams

March 5, 2018

Comfort and solace to the Demola family and Faith Fellowship International.

Lilia Pleskun

March 5, 2018

Pastor Demola will be truly missed! He was the best pastor and had a beautiful heart! My deepest condolences to the Demola Family.

Lennay Towler

March 5, 2018

Greetings, 1st Lady Demola and family, in the name of Jesus.

I have a testimony!

Back in the early 1980s my friend and I went to Faith Fellowship when it started in Iselin in a school .

One Sunday service, in which after it I was going to admit myself for surgery at a hospital in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Pastor Demola called out to the congregation and said that someone needed a healing. He went on to say this about three times, and where it was located. He went on to say that this cyst or lump was in the lower part of the back near the back side.
I looked at my friend she looked at me, I got up went down to the front and he prayed over me, and I received the healing and blessing of the Lord.
I went to the ladies room, and started crying and shouting because the pilonidal cyst that was at least two fingers deep had came to the surface of my skin and the oil of it started coming out.
I was healed, thanks you LORD!

Before admission I called my doctor and he told me to come to the office. So I left the hospital went to the doctor's office and the dr. said, MY GOD, I don't have to do what I planned on doing to you!

TALK about praising the LORD!
I always talk about this testimony over the years and I thank God for pastor Demola being obedient.

God is so good we have to keep the faith, and stand on his word.
Sis. Lennay Towler Smith

Melissa Lee

March 5, 2018

My heart is so hurting for my pastor Dave , you where such a great teacher and friend .. I've learned from you and I will always remember everything you taught me ,, you will be missed so much , but you made it into the kingdom of heaven which you always tAlked about ...Rest easy Pastor Dave until we meet again

March 5, 2018

The memories I have of Pastor Demola I don't really know where to start the greatest man I've ever known.
My Sympathy goes out to his three daughters and wife.
Bob Petosa & Lorraine ....CPC

Michael Smith

March 5, 2018

Pastor Dave you were a great inspiration to my son Matthew from the Bahamas and indeed my family! Sleep on!

James Lang

March 5, 2018

My deepest condolences to the familey and personal friends of paster Demola. I praise God for my paster David T Demola on January 8th 2006 I walked into FFM a full blown drug addict And God spoke through him and I walked out a full blown new creation In Christ set free from drug addiction. And because of his teachings I know who I am. a 21-gun salute to Pastor David T demola it's heat breaking to see you go

Thank you for the Word Pastor Dave!!!

Lonnia M. Simmons

March 5, 2018

Before I came to Faith Fellowship, I was roaming between churches trying to find the right message for me. I saw God
as untouchable and Jesus had forgotten about me. I was invited to FFM when it was in Edison and I thought it would be like the other churches I had been to and I had no intentions of going but once. I went and heard Pastor Dave preach God's Word and never left. Teacher FFM Kidz.

March 5, 2018

Our deepest condolences to the family of Pastor Demola
He was truly a man of God. We are very blessed to have known him and fellowshiped with him. He will be SADLY MISSED.

~ Leonie JeanMary
~ Dorothy Bailey

Frances Draugh

March 5, 2018

My condolences to the family of Pastor David T. Demola my former pastor.

Frances Draugh

I raised my daughter under your leadership from an infant to graduating college in 2015.

Lonnia M. Simmons

March 5, 2018

Thank you for being a GREAT example for me and my family.

Lonnia M. Simmons

March 5, 2018

Christine McCoy

March 5, 2018

R.I.P Pastor Demola. My condolences to your family and your church family.

richard christmas

March 5, 2018

my condolences to the family of David t. Demola and the FFM family......

Debra Horton

March 5, 2018

My deepest condolences to Pastor Demola's family ...you are in my prayers

Carmen Barthley Laudat

March 5, 2018

MY Deepest Condolences to the Demola Family and my Church Family (FFM ).

Pastor David T. Demola will be ever so missed.
Thank you for being my Pastor, Teacher, & Mentor in the faith for the last 30 years. Love you so much.

Rest in Peace.

Fr: Carmen Barthley Laudat FFM Greeter

Hurlis Cotton

March 5, 2018

I've been a member since 92 and have been interceding for the body at ffmwoc over the years ,,pastor Dave my spiritual father I will personally miss you so much

Elizabeth Mitchell

March 5, 2018

My thoughts and prayers go out to Pastor Dave family and to his church family. There are no words to express the loss of such a loving pastor.

Elizabeth Christmas

March 5, 2018

Sending our deepest condolences to The Demola Families and Friends. Pastor David T. Demola will be ever so missed. Thank you for being the best Pastor we ever have. Until we meet again.... we love you so.

Anelda Payne

March 5, 2018

Condolences to the family and members of Pastor David Demola . A man of God may His soul rest in peace .

FRANKIE GONZALEZ

March 4, 2018

Pastor of all pastors David T Demola you are the best. thank you Pastor Dianne for sharing your lovely husband with all the FFM family he is like a father to us his love and teaching was the best we love him for ever

Theresa Sweet Runiak

March 4, 2018

Pastor Dave, I'll never forget you! You were a blessing in my young Christian life. When I was first born again, the scales of "religion" tried to invade my new found life in Christ. But when I was lead to FFM those scales were blown write off by the renewing of my mind and getting involved in all that God had for me there. I am forever grateful, as I'm sure many others can say the same thing. Thank you!

Uche Akosa

March 4, 2018

I was so sad by the news of your passing. You preached the word of God undiluted and you were so passionate and dedicated to your calling as a man of God. My condolences to your family especially your wife Pastor Diane. Rest in perfect peace my Pastor.

Jackline Ducheine

March 4, 2018

RIP Pastor Demola, I visited the church twice with my sister and the service always moved me. May our Lord Jesus receives you in his arms and says good and faithful servant
My sincere condolences to the family.

Vanessa Meikle Traylor

March 4, 2018

I was a member of Faith Fellowship from 1990-1998 before I moved to Texas. I learned so much about the word of God and who I am in Christ under Pastor Demola's leadership. I am saddened by his passing but I know where he is and how much celebrating is happening in heaven now. My condolences to his wife and family. His memory lives on in all the hearts he touched and helped transform by the word of God. Well done my good and faithful servant!

Jacqueline Johnson

March 4, 2018

Thanks for all your teachings and prayers.May God give you peace and a "wonderful resting place in Heaven.May the good Lord keep your family and bless them tremendously.. Pastor I love you...I appreciate you and the church for the many years I attended plus the opening of the church in Fort Myers..which I will never forget.
Thank you. What a big loss to Diane, kids..family plus dedicated church family..please Lord console them and us..
..All praise to God for sending this great teacher leader and friend to this earth..
...We love you more but Jesus loves u best..Good bye ..Bye pastor.

Marilyn Samuels

March 4, 2018

I am saddened by the passing of Pastor Dave he's been my pastor for more than 25 years, so it's not easy for me to let go. However, I've been taught well by him over the years so I know that although he is absent from the body and from us physically, he is home with our Lord Jesus Christ. May our Lord Jesus Christ comfort Pastor Diane and the Demola family, as well as my FFMWOC church family during this time.

LaWanda Edmond

March 4, 2018

Thank you Pastor Demola for the gift of solid biblical teaching that has remained deep within my soul. Well done thy good and faithful servant, well done indeed!
The memory of the just is blessed. Enter into the joy of your eternal rest.
Grace to your dear family, FFM and your legacy.

Linda Hamilton

March 4, 2018

I was shocked and surprised to hear that Pastor David passed from death to life this past week. I haven't been to his church in years but I used to attend the International Pastor's Conferences years ago.
I have been and will be keeping his loved ones in my prayers. He and Billy Graham are probably hanging out together and fellow shipping with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. How exciting is that?

Julia Herring Coleman

March 4, 2018

I thank God for Pastor Demola's life and ministry. He opened the word of God to me as a new believer unlike any other. I introduced his ministry to my family and I was happy to see my mother before she passed accept Christ and attend services.

Jennifer Green

March 4, 2018

RIP pastor Demola say hello to my dad up there

Gene and Loreal McNeil

March 4, 2018

We are deeply saddened and will miss our Pastor. Glory to God because we find comfort in knowing that Pastor David Demola is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our love and prayers are with Pastor Diane and the entire Demola family.

Margarita Gravesande

March 4, 2018

My Deepest Condolences to the Family. He was my Pastor for over 12 yrs...Love Always,

Margarita Gravesande

Jacqueline Bennerman

March 3, 2018

Dear Pastor Diane and FFM,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Peace of the Lord be with you and Pastor Dave as he reigns with our King.

Pastor Dave we will always love you!

Jim Zinsmeister

March 3, 2018

My condolences to the entire extended Demola Family on the occasion of your temporary separation from Pastor Dave. I know that this is a difficult time for everyone and I hope it won't be long before the sadness you now feel passes and is replaced by memories of all the happy times you and Pastor Dave shared. May the Lord continue to bless you all.

Teora Brooks-Summers

March 3, 2018

I was blessed by Pastor Dave from the very first time I visited in March, 2014. It didn't take long to know that I had found my church home. It was Pastor Dave who was the first I heard preach the Gospel of Grace and it changed my life. His dedication to saving souls and teaching are second to none. I was amazed at the many aspects to the church and the many ways one could learn about the word of God. I sat behind him every Sunday and will miss seeing him walk out of his office, down the steps, greet people, and take his seat next to the Mantilla's. I praise God for his life and the thousands upon thousands of lives he has changed! What a mighty man of God whose presence I was always blessed to be in. I pray that the family feels the loving arms of Jesus during this time of mourning. May God bless you and keep you.

gwendolyn Hodge

March 3, 2018

My Deepest, Deepest condolence to my beloved Pastor David T Demola Family.. I was so sad to hear the news of his passing ..But rejoicing in my spirit that he is resting with the father ..Pastor has ran the race and finish the course. And his work has been completed.. He was truly a man and a great teacher of God


I will miss him dearly

Sarah Hoff

March 3, 2018

Pastor Dave was my pastor since I was 12 years old. I already miss him. My late father, Albert Hoff Jr. brought me to this church with him. My first mission's trip was with Sozo mission's under his leadership. I have never heard preaching like his. And as an adult, he helped me get out of a toxic relationship. He always taught us who we were in Christ. I want to give my condolences to his lovely wife Diane, his children, and all those that are grieving this loss. Thank you Pastor Dave for sacrificing so much to change the world.Love, Sarah Hoff

Rosemarie Prusakowski

March 3, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Pastors' family and friends. It was an honor and privilege to be a witness to the wisdom of his teachings. I'm sure heaven is celebrating in welcoming home the kind and gentle soul of Pastor Demola.

Penny Mendola

March 3, 2018

Pastor Diane and Family, We send you our love from Chandler, AZ. My husband and I had the great pleasure of attending Faith Fellowship Ministires for 18 wonderful years. Pastor Demola's legacy lives on in all of those who served under his leadership. We are thankful and will carry it forward. Sent with our love, Andrew and Penny Mendola.

Mary/ Richard McComb

March 3, 2018

In 1999 Pastor Dave requested ladies and men volunteers to prepare the floor for pouring the concrete floor of our new building the following Monday.
We had a large turnout but we were instructed not to begin our assignments until he arrived to pray with us.
He was late in arriving which was unusual.
I walked out in the front of the parking lot and there he was helping an elderly woman whose vehicle has broken down.
That was the Pastor we loved, respected, and honor. Serving God and his community one soul at a time.
Twenty years later I still remember him waiting with her until the tow truck arrived.

Violet Williams

March 3, 2018

To the family of Pastor David T Demola, that God comfort and strengthen you each day during your time of grief. Philippians 4:13. I have listened to the teachings of Pastor David T Demola and been to the Church building their some years ago in Sayreville, NJ. I was looking at one of his sermons a few weeks ago. You can tell as he was teaching he was excited about the word of God. I didn't know him personally but I knew of his teachings and had looked at some of his sermons. I knew he was a man of God and had a zeal for God. May God continuously bless his family in continuing the work of the Lord and supplying whatever they are in need of. Sister Violet L. Williams

Geert&Mariette Oosterhuis

March 3, 2018

We are very thankfull for the ministry through of pastor Demola through which our family is blessed. A great man of God went to be with His Saviour. We pray for the family and church. For comfort and peace.

family Oosterhuis Netherlands

BARBARA HUDSON

March 3, 2018

OUR CONDOLENCES FROM BARBARA HUDSON...THANK YOU FOR YOUR TEACHINGS OF FAITH...ENJOY OUR KING. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND CHURCH. LOVE IN CHRIST, BARBARA HUDSON.

Harvis & Edna Brantley

March 3, 2018

Pastor Diane and family, our prayers and thoughts go out yo you. We thank God for the opportunity to had to sit under Pastor Dave and his ministry. We thank God for having our son attend Cornerstone Christian Academy. Our son graduated there.

Remember: there at no goodbyes for us

Belinda Nimoh

March 3, 2018

Pastor Diane, our prayers and thoughts are with you. Pastor Demola was an inspiration to me and my family. His in-depth understanding of the Word and his preaching on faith, helped me to hold on in difficult times. I am heart broken and yet rejoice knowing that he is with with our Father in Heaven.

Sandy Benitez

March 3, 2018

I thank God that I had the privilege to know and learn from an amazing man of God. As sad as I am I celebrate Pastor's life and delight in knowing he is in the kingdom with our Lord and Savior wearing his crown. I will miss you so much my sweet pastor and I will always have you in my heart - Sandy Benitez

Yvette Harris

March 3, 2018

God is so amazing! I thank God that I had the privilege and "anointed blessing" to hear and receive the word of God through via His anointed son, Pastor Demola.
Pastor Dianne and family, I pray within the next days of your grieving, that you sincerely know how many people have been saved because of Pastor Demola!
When I have experienced personal loss, like everyone has who had the chance to know Pastor Demola, you start to listen more carefully to the "word of God!"
Pastor now sits, where he wants us all to be at the end of this earthly journey.
Pastor Demola is now in the seat of privilege! Well done sir, may God bless us all, with fervent love to his wife, children, grandchildren! Love, Yvette Harris

Bishop Todd carson

March 3, 2018

To my friend and mentor Apostle David T.Demola.
Thanks for taking a former baptist boy just recently filled with the Holy Ghost in 1984, and introducing me to the Faith message . Meeting you in 1984,I
remember at a funeral home in Iselin, New Jersey
where you was conducting church. Thanking you for speaking life unto me and being an true example of what a shephard really is.I am the man of God, because of you depositing love, faith ,power and integrity.My condolences to Pastor Diane and your family.
See You in the Rapture
Bishop T.W.Carson
Senior Pastor/ Bishop of Amazing Grace Apostolic Churches Inc..

Lt Col (retd) Nestor Ogilvie

March 2, 2018

Thank you for being such a wonderfully positive influence on our lives. Glooooooorrrrrrrrrrrrryyyyyyyyyy
Monsie and Nestor Ogilvie, Grenada.

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