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Metropolitan Christian Council Presents the 17th Annual Herald Awards Banquet Thursday, Sept. 29, is the date for the 17th Annual Herald Awards Banquet, sponsored by the Metropolitan Christian Council DetroitWindsor.
Mrs. Massengale, long active in the church, was president of the Henry Ford Hospital Mending Heart Association for several years. She also enjoyed cooking and gardening. Cherishing the memory of Josephine Elizabeth Massengale are her sons, Simuel, Jerome and Salewa Olafioye; daughters, Jennese, Marchell Massengale-Criswell, Melinda Faye and Felicia; a sister, Dorothy Mitchell; and many other relatives and friends.
Greektown is the location Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 707 E. Lafayette, Detroit. Reception and silent auction begin at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:30 pm. Call (313) 8709550 or www. mccdw.orgfor more information. Zenara Barlow and Rev. Cherlyn McKanders, are co-chairpersons.
2016 COGIC Bishops Conference The 2016 Annual Bishops Conference of the Church of God in Christ, Inc. will be held in Detroit. The conference participants are comprised of over 320 bishops from the United States and around the world. Bishop John H. Sheard serves as chairman of the Board of Bishops, Church of God in Christ, Inc., vice chairman of Michigan/Ontario Council of Bishops and prelate of Michigan Southwest First Jurisdiction.
Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter To Raise Funds at Annual ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s The Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter will host its annual “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” Saturday., Oct. 1 at Comerica Park. Registration for the twomile walk will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. ceremony and 10:30 a.m. start. The chapter is hosting its walks throughout the state through Oct. 1. More than 600 communities in the nation take part in the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s,” which is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Registration is required and while there is no participation fee, those involved are encouraged to fundraise for the organization and bring attention to the cause. For those raising funds, the nonprofit will provide tools, including webinars, to help them seek out donations. “The ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ is an all-inclusive event that calls on people of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for the more than 5.3 million individuals in our
country who have been diagnosed with the disease,” said Jennifer Lepard, president and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter. “While it is an enjoyable event where participants can enjoy family friendly activities and meeting new people, it is also incredibly moving to watch those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia walk to help raise funds for something that has fundamentally changed their lives.” On walk day, participants who have raised more than $100 will receive a t-shirt and all registrants will receive a wristband with a Promise Garden flower. Flowers come in four colors to represent the individual’s connection to the disease: blue for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia, purple for someone who has lost a loved one to the disease, yellow for supporters and caregivers and orange for anyone who supports the cause and vision of a world without Alzheimer’s. For more information, visit www.alz.org/gmc or call 248-351-0280.
Josephine E. Massengale Services for Josephine E. Massengale were held at Israel Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept. 3, with Rev. Edward L. McCree, Jr. officiating. Mrs. Massengale passed away on Aug. 28, 2016.
She was educated in the Detroit Public Schools, graduating from Miller High School. She and Samuel Massengale were married and remained so for 45 years, until his passing in 1991. They had seven children.
This year, Justice Conrad Mallet of DMC, Alyssa Martina, president of BLAC magazine, the Rev. Dr. William Danaker Jr. of Christ Church Cranbrook, David Crumm, formerly of the Detroit Free Press, now editor of David Crumm Media, LLC., Steve Rota, operations manager, Bloomfield Community TV, and Rev. Gene Mariann McCormack, lifetime members of MCCDW will be honored.
Liberty Temple Baptist Church recently celebrated its Year of Allegiance to Faith and Kingdom Building with beloved Pastor Steve Bland. The banquet was held at the Saint John Armenian Church Banquet and Conference in Southfield. Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A Wright Jr. provided the keynote address. Seated: Rev Dr. Jeremiah Wright. Standing: honoree Rev. Dr. Steve Bland and O' Neil D. Swanson of Swanson Funeral Homes, Inc.
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Josephine Elizabeth Massengale was born in Birmingham, Alabama on June 11, 1932 to Theodore Roosevelt Holden and Fannie Mae Nibblett-Holden.
President/CEO Rev. Priscilla Carey-Tucker cordially invites all to enjoy the annual banquet where local people in the community are recognized for their community service.
‘12 years a servant’
September 14-20, 2016
THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE
The Church of God in Christ is ranked by the National Council of Churches as the largest Pentecostal Holiness denomination and the fifth largest Christian denomination in the United States. Internationally, the Church of God in Christ can be found in more than 60 nations. Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr., serves as the international presiding bishop and chief apostle of the Church of God in Christ, Inc. The Church of God
Swanson Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
Interment took place at Elmwood Cemetery.
Annie Flora Hunter Services for Annie Flora Hunter were held on Tuesday, Sept. 6, at New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Wilma R. Johnson officiating. Mrs. Hunter passed away on Aug. 26, 2016. Annie Flora Robinson was born on Aug. 18, 1936 in Florence, Mississippi to Ridley and Ollie Robinson. She was educated in the Detroit Public Schools. She was always interested in culinary arts and nursing, and she became certified in both. For 23 years she worked as a home health care aide for Rest Care Services.
Bishop John H. Sheard in Christ, Inc. recognizes the needs of people around the globe are dire. When times are bad the church becomes a place of solace. Christian leaders must be prepared to provide hope for the hopeless. During the conference, daily seminars and workshops have been designed to enhance and improve the quality of life for church families as they face 21st century challenges. While the daily sessions are restricted to the College of Bishops, evening worship services are open and the public is invited to attend.
2016 Bishops’ Conference of the Church of God in Christ, Inc. Detroit, MI | September 19-22, 2016 Worship Service Times and Locations Monday Evening Worship Services, September 19th @ 7pm: Service held at: Greater Mitchell Temple Church of God in Christ 13737 Curtis Ave. Detroit, MI 48235 Host Pastor, Bishop John H. Sheard Tuesday & Wednesday Evening Worship Services, September 20 & 21st @ 7pm: Services held at: Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ 19190 Schaefer Hwy. Detroit, MI 48235 Host Pastor, Bishop J. Drew Sheard Tuesday Speaker: Bishop John H. Sheard, Chairman of the Board of Bishops Wednesday Speaker: Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr., Presiding Bishop Church of God in Christ, Inc. Thursday, September 22nd @ 6 pm “An Evening of Elegance” Board of Bishops Annual Banquet Westin Southfield Detroit 1500 Town Center Southfield, MI 48075 All are welcome For ticket information contact: Mrs. Tonia Minor 313-345-9900
Elder Dr. Harold L. Taylor In memory of beloved Elder Harold L. Taylor, DDS, homegoing services will take place on Friday, Sept. 16, and Saturday, Sept. 17. Visitation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Unity Mission Church, 1335 Oakman Blvd. Dr. Taylor’s funeral service will be held at 10. a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, atBbethel AME Church at 5050 St. Antoine, with the internment following at Elmwood Cemetary. For more information please call Swanson Funeral Home at 313-272-9000 or 313-9231122.
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In 1956, she married Jessie Hunter and they had six children and raised nine. She was active at her children’s school, including serving as a crossing guard, teacher’s aide and eventually president of the PTA. Mrs. Hunter love reading, cooking, gardening and going to church. The memory of Annie Flora Hunter is being cherished by her children, Lizzy, Rose, Jessie Jr., Aaron, Tyrone, Beverly and Joyce, and many other relatives and friends.
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Interment took place at Detroit Memorial Park East.
Sharlynn Denise Cannady Services for Sharlynn Denise Cannady were held on Saturday, Sept. 3, at Glory to Glory C.O.G.I.C. with Supt. Tommy C. Vanover officiating. Mrs. Cannady passed away on Aug. 26, 2016. Sharlynn Denise Cannady was born on Jan. 31, 1969 in Detroit to Elmer Frank and Gloria Cannady. She was educated in the Detroit Public Schools, graduating from Murray-Wright High School. She continued her education at Colorado Technical University, earning an Associate of Science degree in Business Administration. She is remembered as a loving person who cared deeply about family and friends. She also loved church and was active in it. Cherishing the memory of Sharlynn Denise Cannady are her adopted mother, Mildred Powers; two sisters, Fairell Tubbs and Doriease Blue; and many other relatives and friends. Arrangements were handled by Swanson Funeral Home.
Clarence “Boone”Jones We miss you and love you. You will forever be in our memories. Love your wife, Dorothy Jones, The Jones Family, The Rowland’s and the Moore Family.