The Word International, Inc. is an interdenominational fellowship founded to emphasize the importance of fellowship teaching. Founded by Bishop T.L. Hood in the Kansas City area, The Word International, Inc. believes in the Convergence principles of upholding the sacraments and the evangelical authority of the Holy Scriptures, while also cherishing and not quenching the Holy Spirit's Pentecostal-Charismatic gifts which produce miracles, signs, and wonders.