Higher Calling In Christ Ministries International, Inc. (HCCMI) is a 501(c)3, non-denominational teaching and equipping ministry that was founded on December 27, 2020 and incorporated on February 8, 2021. The hybrid ministry is headquartered in Miami, Florida but has a bold vision transcending geographical boundaries. It creates disciples by presenting the gospel in a contemporary and engaging manner and offers both in-person and online services for a global reach.
HCCMI is more than just the name of a ministry, it is a message to the universal Church -- aka the Body of Christ. At HCCMI, we believe that the diversity of gifts and roles within the Body of Christ is intentional and necessary for its proper functioning. Therefore, we specialize in awakening and nurturing the spiritual gifts within each believer and guiding individuals toward their higher calling in Christ. HCCMI equips saints with the tools and resources they need to have sustained character and to carry out their kingdom mantles, ministries and mandates.
HCCMI is more than just the name of a ministry, it is a message to the universal Church -- aka the Body of Christ. At HCCMI, we believe that the diversity of gifts and roles within the Body of Christ is intentional and necessary for its proper functioning. Therefore, we specialize in awakening and nurturing the spiritual gifts within each believer and guiding individuals toward their higher calling in Christ. HCCMI equips saints with the tools and resources they need to have sustained character and to carry out their kingdom mantles, ministries and mandates.
Timeline of Events
June 12, 2020 |
The Lord began to send messengers (apostles, prophets & elders) to confer upon Davon Johnson the office of a elder/pastor. |
October 3, 2020 |
The Lord sent the first of a series of messengers to confirm to Davon and Deborah Johnson that He wanted them to plant a new church. |
October 9, 2020 |
Davon and Deborah Johnson resigned from leadership and branched out of their local church to pursue the call of God. |
October 31, 2020 |
After prayer and fasting, the Lord revealed the name of the new church: Higher Calling In Christ Ministries International to Davon Johnson in a vision and placed His seal of approval on it. |
December 11, 2020 |
The vision for HCCMI was announced publicly to the world by Davon & Deborah Johnson via Facebook Live. |
December 27, 2020 |
HCCMI was founded (unincorporated) and held it's inaugural Sunday Service virtually via Facebook Live, which received over 1.2K views. |
February 8, 2021 |
HCCMI was filed and officially recognized by the Florida Department of State as a not-for-profit, faith-based corporation. |
May 2, 2021 |
HCCMI created an official Board of Directors, appointed officers and officially established Davon Johnson as the ordained pastor over HCCMI. |
May 20, 2023 |
Davon and Deborah Johnson completed a nearly 2-year Incubator Collective training program offered by City To City Miami, which assists new pastors in developing key church planting and church revitalization competencies. |
July 9, 2023 |
HCCMI launched once a month, in-person Sunday services in North Miami, FL. |
October 29, 2025 |
HCCMI corporation status was amended with the Florida Department of State from being a church (holding regular, in-person worship services, at an established location, with a growing congregational membership) to a teaching and equipping ministry seeking 501c3 status. |
May 10, 2026 |
HCCMI is officially recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)3 public charity organization. |
