The Rt. Rev. McKinley Young ~ Presiding Prelate Dr. Dorothy Jackson Young ~ Episcopal Supervisor The Rev. Henry L. Postell, II ~ Host Presiding Elder Mrs. Beverly H. Postell ~ District Consultant (WMS & MSA) The Rev. Dr. Falecia D. Williams ~ District CE Director The Rev. John D. Williams, Sr. ~ District Superintendent The Revs. Valarie J. & James Houston ~ Host Pastor & Spouse
Associate Presiding Elders
The Rev. James O. Sr. & Mrs. Evelyn T. Williams, The “Dynamic” Daytona Beach District Team The Rev. Hartford & Mrs. Bernice Lee, The “Nurturing” North Orlando District Team
The Official Call To the Pastors, Elders, Deacons, Licentiates, Evangelists, Exhorters, Superintendents of the Church Schools, Presidents of Lay Organizations, Women’s Missionary Society, Allen Christian Fellowships, Ministers’ Spouses Alliance, the Sons of Allen, and youth representatives from each church, please know that you, along with the member of your congregation are called to convene at Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1203 Olive Avenue, Sanford, Florida 32771, Florida on June 12-14, 2012 for the “Outstanding” Orlando District’s Church School Convention. The Convention will officially begin with the Pastors’ report at 9:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 13, 2012. The Young People & Children’s Department will host an evening worship service on Tuesday, June 12, 2012, beginning at 7:00 P.M.
The Mission, Vision, Purpose, and Objectives of the African Methodist Episcopal Church The Mission of the African Methodist Episcopal Church is to minister to the social, spiritual, and physical development of all people. At every level of the Connection and in every local church, the African Methodist Episcopal Church shall engage in carrying out the spirit of the original Free African Society, out of which the A.M.E. Church evolved: that is, to seek out and save the lost, and serve the needy. It is also the duty of the Church to continue to encourage all members to become involved in all aspects of church training. The ultimate purposes are (1) make available God’s biblical principles, (2) spread Christ’s liberating Gospel, (3) provide continuing programs which will enhance the entire social development of all people. In order to meet the needs at every level of the Connection and in every local church, the AME Church shall implement strategies in: (1) Christian discipleship, (2) Christian leadership, (3) current teaching methods and materials, (4) the history and significance of the AME Church, (5) God’s biblical principles, (6) social development to which all should be applied to daily living.
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MEET OUR GUEST The Reverend Michael Leon Mitchell was born on August 4, 1960 in Perry Florida to the late Reverend Arthur L. Mitchell, Sr. and the late Mrs. Mary L. Mitchell. He is the ninth child of fourteen siblings (four sisters and ten brothers). He is the husband of Cordelia Mitchell and the father of Courtney and Channing. The hand of God was evident on his life even as a young child, and in 1977, while yet in high school, Reverend Mitchell answered the call to the ministry and preached his trial sermon August 28, 1977 at New Saint James AME Church, Jacksonville, Florida. Determined to ascertain that which God intended for him to do, he shortly thereafter began training and study under the African Methodist Episcopal Church and was ordained an Itinerant Deacon in 1979 and an Itinerant Elder in 1981. He served on the General Board of the African Methodist Episcopal Church from 1996 through 2008. He is the Chairman of the Board of Examiners and Treasurer of the East Annual Conference. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He is also a member of Sons of Solomon Lodge #166 F.& A.M.. He is a member of Tillman Valentine Consistory #22 Ancient, Accepted Scottish Rite United Supreme Council Southern Jurisdiction 32°. His first pastoral assignment came in 1985 at the A.M.E. Church of the Master, Jacksonville , and his tenure has taken him to Mount Zion, (Arcadia), Saint Luke (Tampa) , and Martin Memorial ( Miami , Florida). Reverend Mitchell was raised in Jacksonville and is a product of the Duval County Public School System. He graduated from Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio in 1982 and received a Master of Divinity Degree from Turner Theological Seminary at the Interdenominational Theological Center, Atlanta, Georgia in 1986. He also received an Honorary Doctor of Ministry Degree from Edward Waters College. He is currently pursuing his Doctorate degree at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. Reverend Mitchell was chosen to succeed Bishop Robert V. Webster as pastor of Saint Stephen in September, 1992, and with him came a fresh, vibrant anointing that has excited and ignited the congregation to a spiritual high. Reverend Mitchell has spent the past 19 years teaching and preaching the Gospel with revelation knowledge and a sincere determination to build a people able to stand, steadfast and unmovable, on the promises of God. His concern for the personal spiritual growth of his members is a top priority. He has expanded the weekly worship services, and strongly promotes the weekly spiritual enrichment meetings and activities. These added amenities, along with a special anointing to minister to adults and youth, has greatly increased the membership of Saint Stephen since his arrival. Reverend Mitchell has implemented several improvement projects which include the installation of the renovations to the Sanctuary and Educational facilities, including the addition of a steeple and elevator; the church technological capabilities have been enhanced and the real estate holdings have been expanded. A funeral home has been purchased, which serves as an Outreach Center to assist the community with food, clothing and basic essentials. In August, 1999 the Saint Stephen Child Care & Learning Center opened its doors to the community. The 1.7 million dollar project was a vision from God, implemented and nurtured by Pastor Mitchell, to be a catalyst for economic development in the inner-city neighborhood. This facility is a state of the art and academically recognized 16,800 sq. ft. facility, serving 225+ children. These physical enhancements are matched only by the spiritual enrichment of the membership and have sparked a new attitude toward active Christian Stewardship and the up building of God’s Church. An anointed man of God whose concern for the people is not only spiritual, Reverend Mitchell is actively involved in the social, economical, and educational needs of the community. He is excited about the implementation of projects and ministries that will reach out and touch the hearts and souls of the people and also literally change their lives for the better. Reverend Mitchell is determined to achieve victory in the vision that God has given him for a personal ministry of excellence and a church to meet the challenges of the future. He is a candidate for Episcopal Service in the year 2012.
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African Methodist Episcopal Church McKinley Young, Presiding Bishop Eleventh Episcopal District (Florida & Bahamas) 101 E. Union Street, Suite 301 Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Phone (904) 355-8262
Fax (904) 356-1617
E-mail: AMEChurch@11thdistrictamec.org
The Reverend Henry L. Postell, II Presiding Elder – Orlando District Post Office Box 680565 Orlando, Florida 32868-0565 Dear Presiding Elder Postell:
May the power of Pentecost be fully yours now and always! Our prayers, hopes and best wishes are extended to you, Mrs. Postell, the pastors, ministers, missionaries, lay leaders and young people as you gather for your first Church School Convention. Historically, the convention has been the place for discovery of new talent and the training of new leadership. It also provides space for the ongoing development and cultivation of leaders presently serving our local congregations. Mrs. Young joins me in a season of prayer for your, Mrs. Postell, your leadership team and all of the convention participants for the move of God and the inspiration of the Holy Spirit on all of the proceedings. God Bless! Grace and Peace,
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Greetings From Presiding Elder & Mrs. Henry L. Postell, II Greetings to all of you my Father’s children. Mrs. Postell and I are extremely elated to see each of you at your first Church School Convention as the newly appointed leaders of this “Outstanding” Orlando District. It is truly an honor and privilege to serve the fine people of this district. God is good and greatly to be praised. It is with a humble spirit that we thank each of you for the love and support shown to us and your commitment to this district. It is our prayer that you will gain relevant information throughout this Church School Convention that will strengthen our churches and church school attendees. May we all return to our various churches encouraged, uplifted, and determined to run on in Jesus’ name. To God Be the Glory for the great things God has done and continues to do in each of our lives.
With a Servant’s Heart,
Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II Mrs. Beverly H. Postell
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The Outstanding Orlando District Eleventh Episcopal District Central Conference
The Rt. Rev. McKinley Young, Presiding Prelate Dr. Dorothy J. Young, Supervisor The Rev. Henry L. Postell, II, Presiding Elder Mrs. Beverly Postell, District Consultant The Rev. John D. Williams, Sr., District Church School Superintendent
June 13, 2012
To: Presiding Elder and Sis. Beverly Postell, II, Rev. Valarie J. Houston, Host Pastor, Pastors, Ministers, and Laity, I greet you in the joy of the risen Christ for all that He has done. I thank Elder Postell for allowing me to serve as the Outstanding Orlando District’s Church School Superintendent. The District’s Church School Planning committee has worked tirelessly in putting together a program of studies that are sure to enlighten and empower your ministry, both ministerial and laity alike (since they both have the same objective). We want to enjoy the convention by participating in all the activities available to you. We also thank the host pastor, Rev. Valarie J. Houston and the Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church Family in Sanford, Florida for opening their church doors and providing a place for us to worship, fellowship, refresh, and learn. Thank you for your willingness to serve. It is my hope that this year’s convention will inspire us anew to engage in our work in the spirit of the Free African Society, to fully embrace and carry out the Great Commission to the uttermost parts of the earth, and demonstrate to the world what a true disciple of Christ is supposed to be about. Have fun. In His Joy,
Rev. John D. Williams, Sr., M.A.C., CTM Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
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Welcome Message From The Host Pastor We Warmly Welcome and Salute our Presiding Elder and District Consultant, The Reverend Henry L., II and Mrs. Beverly H. Postell, and The entire Outstanding Orlando District…….. It is with grateful hearts, we, Pastor Valarie J. Houston and the fine Members of Allen Chapel AME Church, greet you in the divine and miraculous name of Jesus, our Savior. We are delighted to host the first Church School Convention of the “Outstanding” Orlando District under the superb leadership of our dedicated District Team. God has empowered each of us and reunited us for another Spirit-filled Church School Convention. Our hearts and doors are open to each of you, as we delight in meeting your needs, as we study, learn, fellowship, serve and worship together. We will try our very best to make this a time to remember and reflect, as we lay out the Red Carpet with our warm southern hospitality! We thank our wonderful Presiding Elder for this opportunity, as we celebrate his leadership style , innovative ideas and sensitivity to time and travel of the pastors and members of the Outstanding Orlando District. Please feel free to add your input to insure our success, as we host our Church School Convention, where each of us have come “Exalting Christ to Impact the World”. We continue in God’s Word, and we shall know the truth and the truth shall make us free. We celebrate Pastors, Ministers, Spouses, District Officers, Superintendents, Teachers, Chaperones, Youth Delegates, High School Graduates, Workshop Presenters, Committee Chairperson and Members, Special Guest, Visitors and everyone who supported our Dynamic District Team! Together, with the help of Almighty God, we continue to be God’s people in witness and service.
God’s Humble Servant, Pastor Valarie J. Houston and the Allen Chapel AME Church Family
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Our Episcopal Leaders
The Rt. Reverend McKinley Young, Presiding Bishop Dr. Dorothy Jackson Young, Episcopal Supervisor Bishop Robert Vaughn Webster (Bishop, Retired) Mrs. Zellgloria Hildebrand (Supervisor, Retired)
Our Episcopal District Staff
Mrs. Mavis Bobbie Bush The Rev. Marvin C. Zanders, II Ms. Debra Taylor The Rev. Tony D. Hansberry The Rev. Charles Cloy The Rev. Emmett Bright Ava L. Parker, Esquire The Rev. Mark L. Griffin, CPA
Executive Assistant to the Bishop Treasurer Office Manager Coordinator Insurance Investment & Annuity District Assistant/Book Steward District Chief Marshall Counsel, 11th Episcopal District District Accountant
Our Hosts
The Reverends Valarie J. & James Houston and the Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church Family - Sanford, Florida
Our Guests
The Rev. Michael L. Mitchell, Senior Pastor, St. Stephens AME Church, Jacksonville Officer Curtis Barnes (OPD) ~ Deputy First Class Stanley Murray (OCSO) Deputy Lori Bott (OCSO) Dr. Monica Gordon ~ Dr. Kevin Brown ~ Dr. Shelly Castell
The Presiding Elders
The Reverend James O. Williams, Sr. The Reverend James Davis The Reverend Dr. Carlton V. Taylor The Reverend Vincent F. Mitchell The Reverend Jerome L. Denmark The Reverend Jimmy J. Thompson The Reverend Elizabeth E. Yates The Reverend Dr. Ranford Patterson
The Reverend Hartford Lee The Reverend Mary W. Robinson The Reverend John L. Bodison The Reverend Henry E. Green, Jr. The Reverend F. Bernard Lemon The Reverend Jimmy B. Keel The Reverend Tony D. Hansberry The Reverend Howard Williamson
Superannuated
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ORLANDO DISTRICT OFFICERS The Reverend Henry L. Postell, II – Presiding Elder
Mrs. Beverly H. Postell – District Consultant (WMS & MSA)
Administrative Assistant Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher District Secretary Rev. Dr. Missiouri L. McPhee District Treasurer Rev. Valarie J. Houston District Statistician Rev. David L. Ferguson District Musician Vacant Chair of the Board of Examiners Rev. Dr. Cedric E. Cuthbert Dean of the Ministerial Institute Rev. Odell D. Watson Instructor of Institute Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher Director of Christian Education Rev. Dr. Falecia D. Williams District Church School Superintendent Rev. John D. Williams, Sr. Director of Evangelism Rev. Claude E. Harrison Director of Health & Wellness Dr. Constance Wormack-Walker Director of Public Relations Mrs. Oree Johnson District Resolutions Chair Rev. Lamarda F. Brooks Women Missionary Society Area Presidents Reed-Cole Area Mrs. Katrina Robinson Jessie L. Demps Area Mrs. Nicie Nedd Young People’s Department Directors Reed-Cole Area Mrs. Erika Harvey Jessie D. Smith Area Ms. Trenisha Simmons Lay Organization President Mrs. Elouise Walker Lay Organization Activities Director Mrs. Janet Patterson Sons of Allen Rev. Octavius Smith Women in Ministry Coordinator Rev. Ruth D. Diehl Ministers’ Spouses Alliance Coordinator Mrs. Deborah Williams Debutante Masters Commissioner Mrs. Myrtle Randall Episcopal Director of Worship & Evangelism Conference Dean of the Ministerial Institute Conference Lay Organization President Conference Lay Organization Activities Director Conference YPD Director
Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher Rev. Dr. Cedric E. Cuthbert Mrs. Lenora Mobley Mrs. Francine Postell Mrs. Tamika Fountain Coney
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Churches, Pastors and Spouses
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The Orlando District Mt. Olive, Orlando Ward Chapel, Winter Park Allen Chapel, Sanford New Bethel, Altamonte Springs [Historic] St. James, Sanford
P.E. Henry L. Postell, II (Beverly) Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher (Rev. Juanita) Rev. John D. Williams, Sr. (Deborah) Rev. Valarie J. Houston (Rev. James) Rev. Odell D. Watson (Rev. Lateria) Rev. Dr. Cedric Cuthbert (Dr. Missiouri)
Mt. Zion, Oakland New Bethel, Sanford St. Mark, Clermont Mt. Zion, Dade City St. Lawrence, Eatonville
Rev. Octavius Smith (Keysha) Rev. W. Damone Johnson (Rev. Bertha) Rev. Van H. Green (Shelia) Rev. Claude E. Harrison (Rev. Aquinette) Rev. Larnce S. Williams
Grant Chapel, Oviedo St. James, Inverness Mt. Pisgah, Webster Allen Temple, Brooksville New Bethel, Lacoochee
Rev. Joseph L. Brooks (Rev. Lamarda) Rev. Gloria J. Houser Rev. James Franklin (Cynthia) Rev. Tyrone Wheeler (Annie) Rev. Ruth D. Diehl (Milton)
St. Paul, Winter Garden Mt. Olive, Bushnell Mt. Tabor, Altamonte Springs First AME, Orlando Mt. Zion, Brooksville
Rev. Frankie L. Massey (Linda) Rev. Dr. Falecia D. Williams (Alfred) Rev. Gene A. Brown Rev. David L. Ferguson (Kathy) Rev. Willie J. Denmark
Mt. Olive, Trilby Mt. Zion, Hernando Mt. Olive, Sanford New Bethel, Geneva
Rev. Curtis Lewis (Christine) Rev. Robert Simmons, Sr. (Margaret) Rev. Willie McDonald, III (Nancy) Rev. Rhonda McIntyre (Ricky)
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Church School Convention Schedule Host Church: Allen Chapel, Sanford Host Pastor: The Rev. Valarie J. Houston
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 8:30 am to 9:30 am........................................................................................................................................ Breakfast: Fellowship Hall 9:00 am to 10:00 am......................................................................................................................................................... Pastors’ Report 9:30 am to 9:45 am..................................................................................................................................................................... Devotion 9:50 am to 10:25 am............................................................. Organization of Convention and Presiding Elder’s Opening Address 10:30 am to 11:45 am.......................................................................................................................................... Workshops – Session I 11:50 am to 12:00 pm......................................................................................................................... Worship Participants’ Gathering 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.........................................................................................................................................Midday Worship Service Keynote Preacher: The Rev. Lateria Watson Executive Minister, New Bethel AMEC, Altamonte Springs 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm............................................................................................................................................. Lunch: Fellowship Hall 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm..................................................................................................................................................................... Devotion 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.............................................................................................................................................Workshops – Session II 4:30 pm to 6:15 pm..........................................................................................................................................................Evening Respite 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm....................................................................................................................................................... Praise & Worship 6:45 pm to 6:55 pm............................................................................................................................. Worship Participants’ Gathering 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm........................................................................................................................................................Evening Worship Keynote Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher, Senior Pastor Mt. Olive, Orlando
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Church School Convention Schedule Host Church: Allen Chapel, Sanford
Host Pastor: The Rev. Valarie J. Houston
Thursday, June 14, 2012 8:30 am to 9:30 am........................................................................................................................................ Breakfast: Fellowship Hall 9:30 am to 9:50 am..................................................................................................................................................................... Devotion 10:00 am to 10:30 am....................................................................................................................................................... Group Pictures All Pastors of the Orlando District (dressed in dark suits) 10:30 am to 11:45 am....................................................................................................................................... Workshops – Session III 11:50 am to 12:00 pm......................................................................................................................... Worship Participants’ Gathering 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.........................................................................................................................................Midday Worship Service Keynote Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Falecia D. Williams, Senior Pastor Mt. Olive, Bushnell 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm............................................................................................................................................. Lunch: Fellowship Hall 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm..................................................................................................................................................................... Devotion 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm........................................................................................................................................................ Panel Discussion Topic: “Know Your Rights” Presenters: Deputy First Class Stanley Murray (OCSO Officer Curtis Barnes (OPD) 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm................................................................................................................................................................ Talent Show 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm..........................................................................................................................................................Evening Respite 6:45 pm to 6:55 pm.............................................................................................................................. Worship Participants Gathering 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm...........................................................................................................................................................Closing Service Keynote Preacher: The Rev. Michael L. Mitchell, Senior Pastor St. Stephens, Jacksonville Candidate for Episcopal Service
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Workshops Session I 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Thursday, June 14, 2012 Workshops Session III 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Workshop I: Ages 3 – 5
Workshop I: Ages 3-5
Workshop II : Ages 6-8
Workshop II: Ages 6-8
Emergency Contact.................................. Sis. Oree B. Johnson Phone Etiquette..............................................Rev. Dawn Harris
Workshop III: Ages 9-12
Social Media............................. Facilitator: Rev. Odell Watson Presenters: Dr. Monica Gordon Dr. Kevin Brown
Workshop IV: Ages 13-18
Social Media.............................Facilitator: Dr. Mark Crutcher Presenters: Dep. Lori Bott
Workshop V: Adults
It Is What It Is (Social Diseases)......Facilitator: Rev. Dr. McPhee Presenters: Dr. Shelly Castell Sis. Joyce Robinson
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Workshops Session II 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Workshop I: Ages 3-5
What’s On Your Hands..............................Sis. Joyce Robinson
Workshop II : Ages 6-8
Bullying........................................................Sis. Tiara Robinson
Workshop III: Ages 9-12
How to Answer the Phone ......................Rev. Lateria Watson What Do I Do with My Money.................... Chuck Robinson
Workshop III: Ages 9-18
Know Your Rights................ Facilitator: Rev. Octavius Smith Presenters: Dep Stanley Murray Officer Curtis Barnes Workshop IV: Adults Diet and Exercise.......................................................Facilitator: Presenters: Sis Ellareetha T. Carson
Thursday, June 14, 2012 Workshop Session IV Panel Discussion 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.
Know Your Rights.....................................................Facilitator: Panelists: Officer Stanley Murray Officer Curtis Barnes, etc. (TBA)
Talent 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Smelly Stuff...............................................Sis. Joyce Robinson *
Workshop IV: Ages 13-18
Body Works (Anatomy and Physiology [Parental permission required] Males............................................................. Rev. Odell Watson Females................................................................................. TBD
Workshop V: Adults
Social Media.......................... Facilitator: Dr. Cedric Cuthbert Presenters: Dr. Monica Gordon Dr. Kevin Brown
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Mid-Day Worship Experience 12:00 Post Meridiem
The Reverend Frankie L. Massey ~ Worship Leader The Doxology .......................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Call to Celebration...........................................................................................................................The Rev. W. Damone Johnson
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Minister:
Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
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Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
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What has the Lord done?
People:
God has done great things!
Minister:
How shall we give God praise?
People:
Like the angels in heaven, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Minister:
Let everything that has breath!
People:
Praise the LORD!
Minister:
Let everything that has breath!
All:
Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD! Praise ye the LORD!
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The Song of Praise.............................................................“You Are Good” ..............................................he Rev. Valarie J. Houston Lord, You ae good, and Your mercy endureth forever, Lord, You are good, and Your mercy endureth forever, People from every nation and tongue, From generation to generation. We worship You, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, We worship You, for who You are, We worship You, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, We worship You, for who You are, And You are good! You are good, all the time, All the time, You are Good. You are good, all the time, All the time, You are good. Lord, You are good, and Your mercy endureth forever, Lord, You are good, and Your mercy endureth forever, People from every nation and tongue, From generation to generation. We worship You, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, We worship You, for who You are, We worship You, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, We worship You, for who You are, And You are good! The Petition to God.............................................................................................................................................The Rev. Ruth D. Diehl The Choral Response ............................................................................................................................................. Choir/Congregation “My Faith Looks Up to Thee” #415 My faith looks up to Thee, Thou lamb of Calvary, Savior divine! Now hear me while I pray, Take all my guilt away, O let me from this day be wholly Thine! ~Amen~ The Ministry of Music.....................................................................................................................Church School Convention Choir The Scripture Lessons ............................................................................................................................The Rev. Robert Simmons, Sr. The Gloria Patri....................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; World without end. Amen, Amen. The Presentation of the Preacher.................................................................................................Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II The Ministry of Music.....................................................................................................................Church School Convention Choir
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The Preached Word The Reverend Lateria Watson New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church Altamonte Springs, Florida Executive Minister The Invitation to Discipleship....................................................................................................................... The Rev. Odell D. Watson The Worship through Giving.......................................................................................................................... The Finance Committee The Announcements .......................................................................................................................................... Presiding Elder Postell The Doxology........................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow� #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Benediction.................................................................................................................................................The Rev. Lateria Watson
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012 Evening Worship 7:00 Post Meridiem
Mt. Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church Orlando Choir and Ushers Serving The Reverend John D. Williams, Sr., Worship Leader The Doxology .......................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Call to Celebration ...................................................................................................................... The Rev. Dr. Cedric E. Cuthbert Minister:
Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
Minister:
Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
Minister:
What has the Lord done?
People:
God has done great things!
Minister:
How shall we give God praise?
People:
Like the angels in heaven, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Minister:
Let everything that has breath!
People:
Praise the LORD!
Minister:
Let everything that has breath!
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Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD! Praise ye the LORD!
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The Song of Praise ……………..… .................................“Let It Rise”....................................................... The Rev. Octavius Smith Let the glory of the Lord, rise among us, Let the glory of the lord, rise among us, Let the praises of the King, rise among us, Let it rise. Oh oh oh, let it rise, Oh oh oh, let it rise. Let the songs of the Lord, rise among us, Le the songs of the Lord, rise among us, Let the joy of the King, rise among us, Let it rise. Oh oh oh, let it rise, Oh oh oh, let it rise. Let the glory of the Lord, rise among us, Le the glory of the Lord, rise among us, Let the praises of the King, rise among us, Let it rise. Oh oh oh, let it rise, Oh oh oh, let it rise. The Petition to God.........................................................................................................................................The Rev. Tyrone Wheeler The Choral Response.............................................................................................................................................. Choir/Congregation “My Faith Looks Up to Thee” #415 My faith looks up to Thee, Thou lamb of Calvary, Savior divine! Now hear me while I pray, Take all my guilt away, O let me from this day be wholly Thine! ~Amen~ The Ministry of Music.......................................................................................................................................Mt. Olive AMEC Choir The Scripture Lessons: Old Testament ..........................................................................................................................The Rev. Rhonda C. McIntyre New Testament..................................................................................................................................The Rev. Gloria J. Houser The Gloria Patri....................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; World without end. Amen, Amen. The Gifts of Mission.................................................................................................................................... The Rev. Willie J. Denmark The Offertory Response.......................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “All Things Come of Thee, O Lord” #644 All things come of thee, O Lord, and of Thine own have we given thee. Amen!
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The Ministry of Music.......................................................................................................................................Mt. Olive AMEC Choir The Presentation of the Preacher.................................................................................................Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II The Ministry of Music.......................................................................................................................................Mt. Olive AMEC Choir
The Preached Word The Reverend Dr. Mark Edward Crutcher Mt. Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church Orlando, Florida Senior Pastor
The Invitation to Discipleship.......................................................................................................................The Rev. Juanita Crutcher The Worship through Giving...........................................................................................................................The Finance Committee The Announcements/Acknowledgements........................................................................................ The Rev. Dr. Missiouri McPhee District Secretary
The Doxology........................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Benediction......................................................................................................................................The Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher
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Youth From Allen Chapel, Sanford ~ Worship Leader The Doxology........................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Call to Celebration ............................................................................................................................. Youth, Mt. Olive ~ Bushnell
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Leader:
Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
Leader:
Why have we come?
People:
We have come to praise the Lord!
Leader:
What has the Lord done?
People:
God has done great things!
Leader:
How shall we give God praise?
People:
Like the angels in heaven, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Leader:
Let everything that has breath!
People:
Praise the LORD!
Leader:
Let everything that has breath!
All:
Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD! Praise ye the LORD!
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The Song of Praise............................................................................................................................... Youth, New Bethel ~ Lacoochee “Praise the Lord With Me” (Come on and) praise the Lord with me, Praise the Lord with me. (Come on and) praise the Lord with me, Praise the Lord with me. ~Chorus~ Hallelujah (4X) (Come on and) bless the Lord with me, Bless the Lord with me. (Come on and) bless the Lord with me, Bless the Lord with me. ~Chorus~ (Come on and) clap your hands with me, Clap your hands with me. (Come on and) clap your hands with me, Clap your hands with me. (Come on and) dance before the Lord, Dance before the Lord. (Come on and) dance before the Lord, Dance before the Lord. ~Chorus~ ~Vamp~ Everybody do a little dance now. Everybody wave those hands now. ~Chorus~ The Petition to God............................................................................................................................... Youth, Grant Chapel ~ Oviedo The Choral Response.............................................................................................................................................. Choir/Congregation “My Faith Looks Up to Thee” #415 My faith looks up to Thee, Thou lamb of Calvary, Savior divine! Now hear me while I pray, Take all my guilt away, O let me from this day be wholly Thine! ~Amen~ The Ministry of Music.....................................................................................................................Church School Convention Choir The Scripture Lessons...............................................................................................................................Youth, Mt. Zion ~ Dade City The Gloria Patri....................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; World without end. Amen, Amen. Eleventh Episcopal District Central Annual Conference African Methodist Episcopal Church
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The Presentation of the Preacher.................................................................................................Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II The Ministry of Music.....................................................................................................................Church School Convention Choir
The Preached Word The Reverend Dr. Falecia D. Williams Mt. Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church Bushnell, Florida Senior Pastor
The Invitation to Discipleship......................................................................................................................... The Rev. Dawn S. Harris The Worship through Giving ..........................................................................................................................The Finance Committee Youths: Mt. Zion, Mondon Hill; St. James and New Bethel, Sanford; St. Lawrence, Eatonville The Announcements..................................................................................................................... Youth, Ward Chapel ~ Winter Park The Doxology .......................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow� #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Benediction.................................................................................................................................. The Rev. Dr. Falecia D. Williams
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Thursday, June 14, 2012 Closing Worship 7:00 Post Meridiem
The Reverend Valarie J. Houston, Worship Leader The Doxology........................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Call to Celebration.........................................................................................................................................The Rev. Curtis Lewis
Minister: I was glad when they said to me, let us go into the house of the Lord, our feet shall stand within Your gates, O Jerusalem. People: For a day in Your courts is better than a thousand. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. Minister: Because of the house of the Lord our God I will seek Your good. People: Those that are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the courts of our God. Minister: Blessed are they dwell in Your house. Lord, I have loved Your habitation, the place where Your honor dwells. People: For the Lord is in His holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before Him. Minister: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer. All: O sing unto the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth, sing praises.
The Song of Praise ..................................................................................................................................... The Rev. Larnce S. Williams “I Just Want to Praise You” I just want to praise you, forever and ever and ever For all you’ve done for me. Blessings and glory and honor, they all belong to you Thank you Jesus for blessing me ~Vamp~ Blessing and glory and honor they all belong to you (repeat) Thank you Jesus for blessing me Eleventh Episcopal District Central Annual Conference African Methodist Episcopal Church
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The Petition to God...........................................................................................................................................The Rev. James Franklin The Choral Response.............................................................................................................................................. Choir/Congregation “My Faith Looks Up to Thee” #415 My faith looks up to Thee, Thou lamb of Calvary, Savior divine! Now hear me while I pray, Take all my guilt away, O let me from this day be wholly Thine! ~Amen~ The Ministry of Music............................................................................................................................................. The Music Ministry The Scripture Lessons: Old Testament.......................................................................................................................................The Rev. Van H. Green New Testament ................................................................................................................................The Rev. Joseph L. Brooks The Gloria Patri....................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be; World without end. Amen, Amen. The Gifts of Mission.................................................................................................................................. The Rev. Claude E. Harrison The Offertory Response.......................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “All Things Come of Thee, O Lord” #644 All things come of thee, O Lord, and of Thine own have we given thee. Amen! The Ministry of Music............................................................................................................................................. The Music Ministry The Worship through Giving...........................................................................................................................The Finance Committee The Presentation of the Preacher.................................................................................................Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II The Ministry of Music....................................................................................................................................St. Stephen AMEC Choir
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The Invitation to Discipleship...............................................................................................................The Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher The Acknowledgements....................................................................................................................................Class of 2012 Graduates The Resolution Committee....................................................................................................................... The Rev. Lamarda F. Brooks The Announcements............................................................................................................................ The Rev. Dr. Missiouri McPhee District Secretary The Remarks............................................................................................................................................ The Rev. John D. Williams, Sr. District Superintendent The Rev. Henry L. Postell, II, Presiding Elder The Doxology .......................................................................................................................................................... Choir/Congregation “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow� #647 Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above ye heavely host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen, Amen, Amen! The Benediction.........................................................................................................................................The Rev. Michael L. Mitchell
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~ IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER~ Orlando District/Central Conference Church School Convention........................................................................................................................................... June 13-14-2012 Allen Chapel AME Church ~ Sanford ~ Rev. Valarie J. Houston, Pastor Presiding Elder Henry L. Postell, II’s Birthday....................................................................................................................July 7, 2012 Fifth Sunday Fellowship...................................................................................................................................................... July 29, 2012 Mt. Olive AME Church ~ Trilby ~ Rev. James Franklin (Event Preacher) Presiding Elder’s Appreciation.......................................................................................................................................August 19, 2012 Mt. Olive AME Church ~ Orlando ~ Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher, Host Pastor 113th Session of the Central Annual Conference.............................................................................................September 8-14, 2012 Allen Chapel AME Church ~ Daytona Beach ~ Rev. Nathan M. Mugala, Host Pastor Orlando District Officers’ Training & Commitment Service............................................................................ October 12-14, 2012 Mt. Olive AME Church ~ Orlando ~ Rev. Dr. Mark E. Crutcher, Host Pastor District Planning Meeting.......................................................................................................................................... December 1, 2012 Venue: TBD Central/West Coast Conference Day of Sharing..................................................................................................... December 8, 2012 Venue: TBD (West Coast Conference)
Eleventh District / Connectional Meetings 11th District Lay Organization Convention..............................................................................................................June 11-15, 2012 Hyatt Regency Hotel ~ Sarasota, FL Father’s Day.......................................................................................................................................................................... June 17, 2012 49th Quadrennial Session General Conference...................................................................................................June 27-July 4, 2012 Gaylord Opryland Convention & Resort Center ~ Nashville, TN 11th District Christian Education Leadership Congress........................................................................................ July 23 – 25, 2012 Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel ~ Orlando, FL 11th District Presiding Elders’ Retreat.........................................................................................................................July 26-27, 2012 Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, Orlando, FL AME SADA Event..............................................................................................................................................September 21-22, 2012 Washington, DC
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