Christopher J. Hardy served as the Senior Pastor of International Covenant Ministries “Life Center” for 10 years located in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.  He’s now Presiding Apostle/Bishop of International Covenant Life Network in Plano TX.  

Bishop Chris, called as an Apostle/Prophet, has a God-given vision to Strengthen, Serve and Support the nations,           raise up Godly men, raise up effective leaders and enlighten those leaders through the teaching of the Scriptures, thus allowing the abundant Kingdom life that Christ promises.  Bringing total healing through worship that leads to Unlimited Possibilities for the Body of Christ is his passion and mission. 

Bishop Chris received his theological training from the Sunbury Road Bible Institute, sponsored by Mount Hermon Missionary Baptist Church.  Bishop Chris later transferred to Vision Christian Bible Seminary for a deeper teaching and moving of God’s Spirit in his life.  There, he was filled with the Holy Spirit for his work ahead.  Bishop Chris has traveled and ministered in conferences and churches throughout the United States.  God has also sent him as a Kingdom Ambassador to Fiji, Holland, Puerto Rico, St Lucia, Malaysia, South Africa and Israel with many others countries and nations yet to visit for the Kingdom of God.

Bishop Chris is an anointed prophet, pastor, teacher, worshipper and dancer.  You will find Bishop Chris’ teachings challenging for change and charged for commitment to the Word of God!  Bishop Chris received his bishopric mantle in 1998 and his apostolic mantle in 2005.

Bishop Chris has also developed a men’s mentoring and business program help individuals enhance the quality of life for their societies and communities.    

His testimony is this: “his past life is forgiven by Him…his new   life is in Him…his calling is from Him…his message is about           Him...It’s All About God’s Kingdom!”

International Covenant Life Network was ordained by Rhema Christian Center; Columbus, Ohio with Apostle La Fayette Scales and is currently ordained and covered by Glory of Zion International; Denton, Texas with Apostle Chuck Pierce.

Pastor Chris is married to Dr. Pamela Hardy. They have two daughters Valencia Marie and Nicole Latrice.  They reside in Plano, Texas.