Although the Bible study was going well, there was a greater mandate on his life; the call to be a Shepherd and a Pastor to the people. Bishop Cast was commissioned by the late Bishop Nemiah Smith of Greater Apostolic Faith Temple (G.A.F.T.). As a result, on December 8, 1996 Life Application Ministries had its official Church Grand Opening. In its infancy, LAM started with only 6 members. But as the ministry began to grow, the need for more space became inevitable. LAM had many temporary homes in Warren such as the Ramada Inn, the YMCA, and the former Bethesda Christian School in the Hawthorne Center. However, during these transition times many lives were impacted and miracles were performed. As it would be, the membership began to grow, and today the current membership is growing with a robust active attendance of over 400 persons every week.

His life has been one of servitude and humility. Yet those who have come in contact with Pastor Cast recognized that he was a giant in the Body of Christ. In May of 2007, destiny intersected with humility, as our Pastor was elevated to the Bishopric in the Rhema Fellowship of Churches.

Notwithstanding many opportunities to pastor in other cities due to over 20 years of evangelism across the country, his heart was drawn to Warren. He has great affinity for the city of Warren, by being convinced that he has a mandate to bring social, racial, ecumenical, and spiritual harmony to a city that has been plagued with division and controversy. As a transition leader, Bishop Cast states, “Most people come to an area to find something to receive; we on the other hand, came to Warren because we have something to give.” He believes that through practical application of Godly principles, LAM will be a refuge where people can celebrate differences and dwell in harmony. This component of tranquility will inevitably spill over into the community, and change the atmosphere. LAM members must be convinced, because many members have moved from other surrounding areas into the city of Warren, or into Macomb County. A great proponent of practical life principles, Bishop Cast will often state, “Information without application will lead to frustration!”