About CFE

Our passion at World Missions is for apostolic connectedness, connecting people in ministry. It all started with a brief encounter with an organisation in the UK called, Friends in Ministry. Soon after we launched Connecting for Excellence International Apostolic Family Network (1992), expanding beyond England into Europe, America, Africa and Asia.

Connecting for Excellence (CFE) was born from a deep passion to unite like-minded individuals—those in leadership within the Body of Christ, including those leading Parachurch Organisations like our own, (including those who desire to support such ministries); eager to work together to impact the world for God’s kingdom. Our journey began in England, where several local churches and a city church were planted, under the apostolic cover that is now CFE but was formally known as IFN which stands for, International Family Network. 

At CFE, we believe isolation is a curse—ministers are not meant to stand alone. Paul the Apostle worked in and with apostolic teams, building strong relationships and partnerships to ensure effectiveness. Likewise, we foster an environment where apostolic leaders can collaborate, cross-pollinate, and strengthen one another for doing God’s work globally with accountability. 

Our Mission: A Place of Growth, Connection & Impact
Many who enter Bible school begin with passion, eager to serve God. Yet, after training, they often feel as though they have been left on a cliff’s edge—without a clear path to use their gifts. CFE exists to bridge that gap.

We Provide:

  • Connections & Networking – Bringing ministers together worldwide.
  • Accountability & Support – Strengthening leaders spiritually and practically.
  • Ordination & Recognition – Affirming and commissioning those called to serve.
  • Impartation & Anointing – Releasing the empowering for ministry 
  • Ongoing Support & Cataloged Documentation – Certification for recommendation (ID)

Through these elements, we equip and release ministers into their God-given callings, ensuring they don’t fall back into routine but instead walk boldly in their purpose.

A Ministry of Revival & Transformation:
CFE is dedicated to reviving the Church—breaking free from religious captivity and restoring the power of revelation, the Spirit, and the Word.

Everywhere Alan and Jenny have gone, they have established prayer meetings that have sparked salvation, healing, and deliverance. Many of these gatherings have grown into full-fledged ministries.

Their work is:

  • Multiracial & Multiethnic, impacting people from all backgrounds.
  • Focused on Spiritual Maturity, helping believers develop a strong foundation to stand firm in their calling.
  • Committed to Raising Leaders, equipping Timothys and helping them grow in their divine calling.

The Power & Demonstration of the Holy Spirit:
CFE believes in the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit—who moves like fire upon the altar, igniting those who lay down their lives to serve God. Through this ministry, the backslidden return, the called are equipped, and the weak are empowered to confound the wise.

Dr. Alan has always lived by one foundational belief:
“The voice of God is all the provision you need.”

Without intimacy with the Holy Spirit, no one can be truly effective for God. CFE’s mission is to help leaders develop that vital connection with God and with each other, ensuring they walk in divine alignment and purpose.

A Global Apostolic Network:
Over the years, CFE has ordained and trained countless ministers, and that number continues to grow. This ministry provides an apostolic network spanning five continents, connecting leaders, churches, and ministries for global impact.

Through CFE International, leaders find divine opportunities, strategic relationships, and ministerial alliances that strengthen local churches and expand the reach of the Kingdom.

Why Apostolic Networking Matters:
The Holy Spirit weaves divine connections to align with God’s prophetic timeline. If a leader is misaligned or disconnected, they will never reach their final destination. That’s why accountability is crucial—no one is meant to stand alone.

Authentic kingdom connections help increase the anointing on your life. And unless you stay covered, the anointing on your ministry will wane, which will jeopardise everything; ultimately your destiny. For more on this important subject see Dr Alan’s latest book titled, The Python Spirit is Sent to Strangle Our Success (Apostles are Door Openers). Chapter 13 is called Personal Safeguards: Maintaining your Spiritual Covering and Keeping the Anointing Flowing, found on p157, (see link here and ISBN: 978-0957065482).

Also see Dr. Alan’s book, “The Age of Apostolic Apostleship,” which offers further valuable and very specialised insight into the power of apostolic connections and accountability (see link here and ISBN: 978-1909132658).

CFE: A Movement, Not Just a Ministry
In its early days, Dr. Alan founded the Pool of Life International Family Network, which laid the foundation for Connecting for Excellence International Apostolic Family Network. Today, it has expanded into hundreds of ministers, churches, colleges, schools, and businesses worldwide.

A Global Opportunity for You
CFE is a Divine Connection for those seeking:

  • Ordination & Ministerial Covering
  • Networking & International Recognition
  • Apostolic & Prophetic Training
  • Missionary Support & Strategic Alignment

Our mission is not to compete with the local church but to enhance and strengthen it. The Body of Christ is one, and we are called to work together for Kingdom impact.

CFE events are held worldwide, bringing unity to regions and empowering churches and ministries to be more effective. Through licensing, credentialing, and support, we equip ministers to move forward with boldness, ensuring they are effective, obedient, and available for God’s work.

Are You Ready to Connect for Excellence?
If you are seeking divine connections, apostolic covering, and a global family of faith, CFE welcomes you. Let’s unite, grow, and transform the world together—for the glory of God.

Join the Movement. Step into Your Calling. Connect for Excellence.

About the Founders

Drs Alan and Jennifer Pateman

Senior and Co-Apostles

Drs Alan and Jennifer Pateman, missionaries from the UK, who at present reside in Tuscany, Italy, and travel together as an apostolic couple. They are the Founders of Alan Pateman World Missions, Connecting for Excellence International Apostolic Family Network, and LifeStyle International Christian University. President and Vice President of World Missions Ministries Association and APMI Publishing/Publications.

(Please see our website for all profile
and international information, itinerant,
conferences and graduations, etc.)

www.AlanPatemanWorldMissions.com

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