Welcome from the Jurisdictional Prelate
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Greetings, in the matchless name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Welcome to the Virginia Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction’s Fifty-Seventh Annual Holy Convocation. This gathering brings us closer to the end of my inaugural season and I am overjoyed to share these firsts with you.
As we proceed to go even higher as laborers in this great work with the theme, “The Year of Glory,” derived from Haggai 2:9, let us be sure to emphasize that in the latter house, there will not only be a greater glory, but also peace. This is my prayer for us this week and for as long as God allows; that we would transcend every obstacle and distraction to experience the fulfilled assurance of spiritual peace in the Lord and behold His magnificent glory.
Until the time we are all face-to-face with our Creator and gathered in His glory, we must answer the call to finish this present work. Therefore, let our collective response be to collaborate, live with, and serve one another in peace. While our esteemed jurisdiction has experienced wonderful historical moments amid devastating loss and constant change, it is the peace of God, which passes all understanding, that has kept my heart and mind steadfast on this assignment. It can be difficult to imagine something greater up ahead, but the peace of God keeps me lifted and it will do the same for you.
Virginia Third, God has already loaded the years ahead with more of His glory and I am looking forward to what we will gain as a cohesive unit in our convocation this week. So, get excited with me, look ahead with me, and join me in a high praise unto God for all the things we have yet to encounter.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you always.
Yours In Christ – Forever,
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
Welcome from the Jurisdictional Supervisor
Mother Sharon Alston-Felder
“The Year of Glory" Haggai 2:9
The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the LORD of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the LORD of hosts.
It is indeed a pleasure to be able to greet each of you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Once again God has blessed us to come together and unite in celebration. God has a purpose and a plan for us. We must continue to thirst after Him until we are filled with peace. Let’s continue to obey God’s voice, obey His Word, walk by faith and be guided by the Holy Spirit of truth.
We have so much to celebrate. Indeed, this is the Year of Glory! And all the glory belongs to God. The glory of God is a spiritual collection of everything contained in the character of God. God has manifested His glory through signs, miracles, and wonders by the testimony of His saints throughout this year. When we think about where he has brought us from, we know that His glory has been manifested in our lives.
We thank God for our leader, Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, who has proclaimed the manifested Glory of God over our jurisdiction in every life, every church, and every home. We celebrate our leader, and as the law of reciprocity allows us to receive as we give, we proclaim the Glory of God to be the greatest mutual benefit in every area of his life, as our leader pours out to so many.
The Year of Glory is yet being manifested and we are thankful. Please keep our Bishop, his wife, and his family in prayer. Please pray for me, my family and for each other. We are family.
Bringing Honor to my Father, Sharon Alston -Felder
Mother Sharon Alston –Felder
Jurisdictional Supervisor
Welcome from the Bishop’s Wife Lady Felicia E. Willis
In the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I warmly welcome you all. It’s a joy to be together again, united in love and good deeds as Hebrews 10:24 encourages. Let’s approach this time with great anticipation, knowing God has uniquely prepared us for this moment.
I’m deeply grateful to God for my husband, Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, whom I lovingly call ‘Honey Boo- Bishop’ and I hope you find that endearing. This truly is the Lord’s work, and it fills our hearts with delight. Psalm 133:1 reminds us how wonderful and harmonious it is to be together in unity.
I humbly ask for your prayers. I've been seeking God to help me be a strong voice of holiness, uniqueness, and purpose in this season. Together, let’s build on the foundation laid by our predecessors and fully embrace our leader’s vision.
May this 57th Holy Convocation bring renewal, divine revelation, and a deep sense of togetherness. Let’s treasure our time together, engage in fellowship, and worship God with joy. It’s time for some CHURCH!
As we gather in the spirit of ‘The Year of Glory,’ inspired by Haggai 2:9, we reflect on the strength and compassion of our Heavenly Father. His empowerment guides us toward our mission and purpose. May the love of Christ bind our hearts together as we pursue our God-given calling with determination.
When we trust God with everything, He can use us to do anything!
Serving to bring glory to my Father, Felicia E. Willis
First Lady Felicia E. Willis
The Bishop’s Wife
Welcome from the Mother of the Jurisdiction
Mother Judith L. W. Willis
Dear blessed and highly favored people of God!
With a steadfast heart, I am so excited to greet each of you in the name of Jesus! Welcome and get ready for an EXPLOSION of more GLORY at the Virginia Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction’s Fifty-Seventh Annual Holy Convocation.
As we continue with our theme for the year, The Year ofGlory, it is my prayer that you are diligently desiring God’s glory every day, just as much as I am. While the world around us seems to be intent on stripping believers of their hope, we should be even more determined to rejoice in the hope of the glory of God, despite every circumstance.
I encourage each of you to hold on until that promise is revealed in your life. Romans 5 proclaims that we have access to God through Jesus Christ, allowing us to glory in tribulations It helps us to remember that there is victory after the battle and more of God’s great glory to be revealed.
Friends, you know, almost as well as I do, just how much our beloved leader, Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, loves to have us enjoying the presence of the Lord together. Wouldn’t it be awesome for Bishop to see us basking in the glory of God so much this week that the overflow spills onto everyone and everything nearby? The way he has served this jurisdiction with excellence, in such a short time, is a testimony to the faith he has in God.
So, let us go after God’s glory together and pursue it in our service unto the Lord and in our witness to the world. May the glory of God remain in your hearts, today and forever.
With the Love of the Lord, Judith L.W. Willis
Mother Judith L. W. Willis
The Mother of the Jurisdiction
Administrative Assistants
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS TO THE BISHOP
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS TO THE SUPERVISOR
Mother Amelia J. Boyd Assistant Jurisdictional Supervisor Designate
Bishop Melvin L. Austin
Bishop James I. Johnson Jr.
Bishop–Designate Dwight A. Nixon
Dr. Gregg M. Cooper
Missionary
Yolanda N. Gardner
Beverly E. Goode
Arlene S. Woodley
Alexia T. Newby
District Roll Call
COMMONWEALTH DISTRICT
Superintendent Ronald L. Hardy Sr. & District Missionary Yvonne W. Hawkins
CONQUERING DISTRICT
Superintendent Jasper M. Willis & District Missionary Judith Green
FATHER AARON BAZEMORE DISTRICT
Superintendent Donald L. Finney & District Missionary Glenda E. Finney
F. M. BATTS MEMORIAL DISTRICT
Superintendent Brandon C. Allen & District Missionary Janet P. Roberts
GREATER WESTERN DISTRICT
Superintendent George W. Bond & District Missionary Ayn Bratton–Reynolds
LION OF JUDAH DISTRICT
Superintendent Shawn S. Hines Sr. & District Missionary Marian R. Cain
NEW CENTRAL DISTRICT
Superintendent Harold Woodley & District Missionary Kelli Randolph
NEW TRI-CITY DISTRICT
Superintendent Carl G. Singleton Sr. & District Missionary Shakira Baker
NORFOLK DISTRICT
Superintendent Michael E. Plummer Sr. & District Missionary Carolyn Jones
PORTSMOUTH DISTRICT
Superintendent Avis Newby & District Missionary Sheila Welch
TIDEWATER DISTRICT
Superintendent Joshua Smith Jr. & District Missionary Carolyn Darden
VIRGINIA BEACH DISTRICT
Superintendent Robert A. Laury & District Missionary Beth A. Dickens
Jurisdictional Officers
Jurisdictional Secretary
Chief of Staff
Executive Assistant to the Bishop
Assistant Chief of Staff
Chair of Finance
Vice Chair of Finance
Jurisdictional Treasurer
Financial Assistant
Chair, Program Committee
Co–Chair, Program Committee
Vice Chair, Program Committee
Vice Chair, Program Committee
Chief Adjutant
Assistant Chief Adjutant
Lead Adjutant Sister
Assistant Lead Adjutant Sister
Episcopal Adjutant
Episcopal Adjutant
Elder Curtis L. Tunstall Sr.
Superintendent Shawn S. Hines Sr.
Minister Mosi Marks
Sister Amber Ellis
Missionary Catherine T. Purvis
Elder Wendy Sandidge
Sister Debora T. Roseboro
Sister Terry Hampton
Superintendent Brandon C. Allen
Pastor Monty White
Missionary Andrea Singleton
Missionary LaTonya Willis
Pastor Elbert Louis
Elder Montrell Jennings
District Missionary Beth A. Dickens
Missionary Rashida Robinson
Minister George L. Harrison
Elder Christopher Pollard
Chief of Security Deacon Horace Felder
Chairman, Board of Superintendents
Assistant Chairman, Board of Superintendents
Secretary, Board of Superintendents
Chairman, Council of Pastors and Elders
Vice Chairman, Council of Pastors and Elders
Secretary, Council of Pastors and Elders
Chairman, Board of Ordination
Vice Chairman, Board of Ordination
Member, Board of Ordination
Member, Board of Ordination
Member, Board of Ordination
Member, Board of Ordination
Dean, School of Licensing
Assistant Dean, School of Licensing
Assistant Dean, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
Member, School of Licensing
ILTI Co–Coordinator
ILTI Co–Coordinator
ILTI Project Specialist
AIM Chair
AIM Co–Chair
AIM Women’s Department Coordinator
Scholastic Motivation Ministries Co–Director
Scholastic Motivation Ministries Co–Director
Evangelism Department President
Evangelism Department Elect–Lady
Superintendent Ronald L. Hardy Sr.
Superintendent George W. Bond
Superintendent Donald L. Finney
Superintendent Carl G. Singleton Sr.
Pastor Leonard Allen
Elder Cornelius Bennett
Superintendent Harold Woodley
Elder Conroy Randolph
Superintendent Ronald L. Hardy Sr.
Superintendent Carl G. Singleton Sr.
Pastor Randy L. James
Elder Michael Walton
District Missionary Beth A. Dickens
Missionary Deserie Cooper
District Missionary Judith Green
Administrative Assistant Yolanda N. Gardner
District Missionary Marian Cain
District Missionary Glenda E. Finney
District Missionary Sheila Welch
Executive Pastor Louise Hicks
Missionary Iris Mullins
Pastor Kimberly D. Hayes
Superintendent Jasper M. Willis
Missionary D. Ann Brown
Missionary Tiffani J. Willis
Pastor Maurice C. Davenport II
Missionary Jackie Boyd–Harris
Elder L. Simeon Johnson
Sister Courtney Woodley
Superintendent Avis Newby
Missionary Iris Mullins
Missions Department President
Missions Department Elect–Lady
Music Department President
Music Department Vice President
Music Department Vice President
Music Department Vice President
Sunday School Superintendent
Sunday School Coordinator
Youth Department President
Youth Department Chairlady
Youth Department Vice President
Young Men of Valor Coordinator
Young Women of Excellence Coordinator
Men’s Department President
Men’s Department Vice President
Marketing & Media Co–Coordinator
Marketing & Media Co–Coordinator
Marketing & Media Team Member
Marketing & Media Team Member
Marketing & Media Team Member
Marketing & Media Team Member
Marketing & Media Team Member
Photographer
President, Greeters
Housing Coordinator
Pastor’s Purse Coordinator
National Prayer Captain
Coordinator, Marriage & Singles Ministry Retreat
Co–Coordinator, Marriage & Singles Ministry Retreat
Co–Coordinator, Marriage & Singles Ministry Retreat
Co–Coordinator, Marriage & Singles Ministry Retreat
President, Usher Board
Vice President, Usher Board
Executive Secretary, Department of Women
Treasurer, Department of Women
Marshal, Department of Women
President, Business & Professional Women’s Federation
President, Christian Women’s Council
President, Church Mother’s Board
President, Clergy & Deacons’ Wives
President, District Missionaries Unit
Vice President, District Missionaries Unit
Vice President, District Missionaries Unit
Co–President, Hospitality Department
Co–President, Hospitality Department
President, Executive Hospitality Department
President, Nurses’ Unit
Vice President, Nurses’ Unit
President, Sunshine Band
President, Superintendents’ Wives Circle
President, Young Women’s Christian Council
Superintendent Michael E. Plummer Sr.
Elder Helena Barnes
Pastor Anthony Turner Jr.
Pastor Naman H. Potts III
Missionary Aretha Drummond
Elder L. Simeon Johnson
Missionary Karen Harris–Hancock
Pastor Jesse Staton
Missionary Tiffani J. Willis
Missionary LaVanjulena S. Hawkins
Brother Jaylen J. Willis
Elder James E. Hayes
Sister Amber Ellis
Pastor Randy L. James
Pastor Linwood Welch
Pastor Naman H. Potts III
Brother Devon Stewart
Sister Amber Ellis
Brother Davonte Jones
Deacon Dreason Ruckett
Brother Courtney “CJ” White
Elder Carlos Wilson
Pastor Alonzo Hawkins
Missionary Mary Faison
Missionary Andrea Singleton
District Missionary Shakira Baker
Elder Mary Johnson
First Lady Felicia Willis
Elder Mary Johnson
Missionary Brenda Nixon
Missionary Deserie Cooper
Sister Bernice Huskey
Sister Bernice Medley
District Missionary Marian R. Cain
Administrative Assistant Yolanda N. Gardner
Missionary Brenda Nixon
Missionary Dolores M. Knight
Elder Ora Plummer
Executive Pastor Louise Hicks
Mother Judith L.W. Willis
District Missionary Marian R. Cain
District Missionary Carolyn Darden
District Missionary Glenda E. Finney
Missionary Evangeline Wallace
Sister Joyce Dixon
Missionary Jackie Boyd–Harris
Missionary Sharon Collins
Sister Jonee Purvis-Boyd
Missionary Leetreona Matthews
Missionary Mary Hardy
Missionary Alexia T. Newby
Bishop Anthony W. Gilyard
Pastor | Brown Memorial COGIC & Bethlehem Judah Christian Fellowship COGIC
Prelate | Southwestern Florida Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction Tampa, Florida
Nothing is more influential in shaping and molding our world than a yielded vessel to carry the message of Christ’s hope and deliverance for all. These attributes are found in Bishop Anthony W. Gilyard.
On February 22, 2021, Bishop Anthony W. Gilyard was recommended for Jurisdictional Prelate and on February 26, 2021, the Presiding Bishop and General Board met and unanimously accepted the recommendation. He was appointed Pastor of Brown Memorial COGIC by Presiding Bishop and Chief Apostle J. Drew Sheard on March 24, 2021. He is still the Pastor of Bethlehem Judah Christian Fellowship COGIC, one church, two locations – Elizabeth N.J. and Willingboro N.J.
It is Bishop Gilyard’s prayer that the preaching uttered from his lips be both an outreach as well as an inner heartfelt message of hope to all that hear the Word – and that the spoken Word be filled with compassion, revelation and a true deliverance experience that changes the lives of the masses.
Pastor Latoya Brewington
Pastor | Rhema Word Christian Center Wilson, North Carolina
Pastor Latoya Brewington is a powerhouse preacher who is not ashamed or afraid to operate in the power of the Holy Ghost. A native of Wilson, NC, this preacher, affectionately known as “the preacher-girl,” travels extensively doing the work of Christ. She is grateful to God for the souls that have been saved, healed and delivered through her ministry.
At the leading of the Lord, she established Rhema Word Christian Center where she serves as Pastor in Wilson, NC. RWCC is a church that is Birthed out of Prayer, Built on the Word, and Bonded in Love. Latoya has not only endeavored to fulfil her call to ministry, she has earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Studies and has received an Honorary Doctorate Degree of Humanitarianism.
This woman of God believes that the Word of the Lord is true and will not return unto him void. She delivers a message of hope that no matter where you are in life or what you may go through, God is able to deliver you. She is assured of the Word of the Lord spoken in Philippians 1:6: “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
Bishop Linwood E. Dillard
Pastor | Citadel of Deliverance
Prelate | Tennessee Metropolitan Jurisdiction Memphis, Tennessee
Authentic, Compassionate, Organic, and Uniquely Gifted are only a small fraction of words that the dictionary provides as a verbal description of Bishop Linwood Dillard, Jr. This pastor, national speaker, vision engineer, and 21st century ministry leader is changing the world with an impactful message of deliverance, hope, and success.
Bishop Dillard’s reach emanates from the sanctuary of the Citadel of Deliverance in Memphis, TN. Citadel was planted by Bishop Dillard and his wife in 2001 and is now one of the fastest growing churches in the city. Bishop Dillard was consecrated to the Office of Bishop and appointed as Prelate and Establishmentarian of the Tennessee Metropolitan Jurisdiction by the former Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake.
Bishop holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Master of Divinity Degree from Pentecostal Theological Seminary. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He has served in several civic, professional, social, and ecumenical capacities and has received numerous awards, recognition, and honorable mentions.
Archbishop William Hudson III
Pastor | The Powerhouse Chicago Chief Prelate | Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc. Chicago, Illinois
“I have a determination that will never die! I have a zeal that will never dry up! I have a fire in me that cannot be quenched! I must win the lost at any cost, and I can do it through Christ that strengthens me.”
This determination has manifested itself within Archbishop Hudson since the age of three years old when he began preaching from a picture bible. Archbishop Hudson was licensed and ordained at 12 years old by his pastor, Reverend F. D. Johnson at Zion Temple Missionary Baptist Church. At the same age, he premiered in the sitcom “Amen” as “Rev. Johnny.”
In 1990 Archbishop Hudson established Prayer and Faith Outreach Ministries (now known as The Powerhouse Chicago). In December 1995, he graduated from Chicago State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech, and in June 2000, he graduated from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity Degree. On April 5, 2016, Archbishop Hudson was enthroned as Chief Prelate and Presiding Bishop of Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc.
Prophet Frank C. Delaney
Senior Overseer | The Well International New Orleans, Louisiana
Frank C. Delaney is the quintessential servant. With an authentic love and passion for people, it’s no surprise that he has quickly become “one to watch”. He is the Senior Overseer of The Well International, and the founder and visionary of Ox Strong Network, a network of prophetic churches and people.
A proud graduate of Dillard University, Frank's voice reverberates from God's most prominent platform – life. He was licensed in ministry at the early age of 19 under the leadership of Bishop Lester Love (The City of Love Full Gospel Baptist Church in New Orleans). In 2010, he was ordained as the youngest Elder in the history of the ministry. Dr. Vanessa Battle orchestrated his prophetic affirmation in 2014 and he assimilated into the office of the Prophet.
As a trailblazer and innovative thinker, Frank is often sought out as an expert on leadership for the 21st century church. Dozens of ministries have been changed through his teaching, training and mentorship. He is the author of Triple Threat Power, Money Knows My Name, and Money Just Keeps Coming.
The Expeditor
The Order of Divine Worship
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | Evening Service – 7:00 PM “Pastor’s Purse Celebration”
Superintendent Ronald L. Hardy Chairman, Board of Superintendents Commonwealth District | Greater Joy
The Invocation
The Old Testament Scripture
The New Testament Scripture
The Ministry of Music
Pastor Eugene Spence Prayer & Action Outreach Ministry
Elder Michael Walton New Bethel Cathedral
Evangelist Vickie R. Johnson Mission Church
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Pastor’s Purse Celebration District Missionary Shakira Baker – Pastor’s Purse Coordinator
The Ministry of Music
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
Announcements & Observations
The Presentation of the Prelate
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Jurisdictional Finance Committee
Elder Curtis L. Tunstall Sr. Jurisdictional Secretary | New Bethel Cathedral
Dr. Gregg M. Cooper
Administrative Assistant | New Garden of Prayer – IV
The Voice of our Leader & Introduction of the Messenger
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Word of God
Bishop Anthony W. Gilyard
Pastor | Brown Memorial COGIC – Tampa, FL
Pastor | Bethlehem Judah Christian Fellowship COGIC – Elizabeth, NJ
Prelate | Southwestern Florida Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction
The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
The Benediction
The Expeditor
The Invocation
The Order of Divine Worship
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | Evening Service – 7:00 PM
The Old Testament Scripture
The New Testament Scripture
The Ministry of Music
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
Announcements & Observations
The Presentation of the Prelate
Pastor Kimberly Hayes
ILTI Co-Coordinator | Faith Tabernacle of Prayer and Praise
Pastor Calvin Thompson
New Era Kingdom
Elder Conroy Randolph
Saint Mary
Evangelist Iris Mullins
Garden of Prayer Temple – Zion City
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Jurisdictional Finance Committee
Elder Curtis L. Tunstall Sr.
Jurisdictional Secretary | New Bethel Cathedral
Bishop–Designate Dwight A. Nixon
Administrative Assistant | Saint Mary
The Voice of our Leader & Introduction of the Messenger
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Word of God
Pastor Latoya Brewington
Pastor | Rhema Christian Center – Wilson, NC
The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
The Benediction
The Order of Divine Worship
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | Evening Service – 7:00pm “Service of Ordination, Licensing, and Holy Communion”
The Expeditor
The Invocation
The Scripture Reading
The Ministry of Music
Dr. Gregg M. Cooper
Administrative Assistant | New Garden of Prayer – IV
Superintendent Donald Finney
Father Aaron Bazemore District | Williams Chapel
Superintendent Joshua Smith Jr.
Tidewater District | Holy Jerusalem
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Ordination and Licensing Ceremony
The Holy Communion Celebration
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
The Presentation of the Prelate
The Jurisdictional Finance Committee
Bishop James I. Johnson Jr.
Administrative Assistant | Crusade for Christ FWC
The Voice of our Leader and Introduction of the Messenger
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Word of God
Bishop Linwood E. Dillard
Senior Pastor | Citadel of Deliverance – Memphis, TN
Prelate | Tennessee Metropolitan Jurisdiction
The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
The Benediction
The Ordination and Licensing Ceremony
+ The Opening Superintendent Harold Woodley Chairman, Board of Ordination
Leader: “I cried unto the Lord in my distress, and He heard me.”
People: “He delivered me out of a horrible pit.”
Leader: “Oh that men would Praise the Lord for His marvelous works unto the children of men.”
People: “We will praise Him in the Sanctuary.”
The Licensing of Missionaries
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, Jurisdictional Prelate Mother Sharon Alston–Felder, Jurisdictional Supervisor
District Missionary Beth A. Dickens, Dean, School of Licensing
Words of Exhortation
Mother Sharon Alston–Felder
The Dean: Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, Supervisor Sharon Alston-Felder, I present these candidates to you. They have acknowledged a call of God in their life and have served as an Aspiring and Deaconess Missionary. Their Pastor has recommended them for Licensing. They have completed and met the requirements as set forth in the Virginia Third Jurisdiction School of Missionary Licensing.
THE INQUIRY OF THE JURISDICTIONAL SUPERVISOR:
Women of God, as a candidate for the Evangelist Missionary and Deaconess Missionary License, you have acknowledged being saved, sanctified, and filled with the Holy Ghost. The time has come for the hour of Ecclesiastical Consecration. Being awarded the occasion and the challenge to service that it presents, will you in reverence to God answer the following questions?
Answer: I will.
Will you endeavor to live an exemplary life of Holiness as a Licensed Missionary in the Church of God in Christ?
Answer: I will by the help of God.
Will you through firm biblical teaching present the Word of God for the perfecting of the saints; edification of the church and the glorification of God?
Answer: I will do so, the Lord being my helper.
Will you diligently perform all the duties required of a missionary as outlined in the Handbook of the International Department of Women Church of God in Christ and as assigned to you by your Jurisdictional Supervisor, Jurisdictional Bishop, District Missionary, District Superintendent, as well as your Pastor and officers of your Local Church?
Answer: I will by the help of God.
Do you pledge your continued loyalty, financial support, and faithful attendance to your home jurisdiction, Virginia Third, as well as the required financial obligations as set forth by the National Church of God in Christ for Evangelist Missionaries and Deaconess Missionaries?
Answer: I will by the help of God.
THE RECITING OF THE MISSIONARY PLEDGE:
I believe in the doctrine of this, the Church of God in Christ, as it is interpreted by our founder, Bishop Charles Harrison Mason, and perpetuated by the ministers of the said church to be the Doctrine of the Bible. As a MISSIONARY, I pledge my loyalty to this church and its doctrine, pledging to teach it faithfully and no other, as long as I hold its license. I further pledge my loyalty to the leadership of this church, always holding them in honor and esteem. I also pledge my obedience, and service to the best of my ability, according to the education of the dictation of the scriptures.
THE CAPPING OF EVANGELIST & DEACONESS MISSIONARIES AND PRESENTATION OF THE LICENSES
The Ordination of Elders
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis, Jurisdictional Prelate Superintendent Harold Woodley, Chairman, Board of Ordination
THE ECCLESIASTICAL CHARGE:
The Bishop (To the Candidates): Do you believe in your heart that you are truly called of God to preach the Gospel?
Candidates: I DO BELIEVE.
The Bishop: Do you believe the Holy Bible to be the infallible Written Word, inspired by God to lead all to Eternal life by Salvation, and is the only rule for our faith and practice?
Candidates: I BELIEVE THAT IT IS.
The Bishop: Are you willing to preach the Word of God, to do the work of an Elder and uphold the Doctrine of Christ and the Church of God in Christ to perform the ordinances of the Church?
Candidates: BY THE HELP OF GOD, I WILL.
The Bishop: Will you be diligent in prayer and fasting, in the reading and practice of what is contained in the Holy Scriptures, to Study to show thyself approved a worker unto God that needeth not to be ashamed?
Candidates: I WILL, THE LORD BEING MY HELPER.
The Bishop: Will you be obedient to those who have rule over you, to obey the Church of God in Christ’s Constitution, Administration and Judicial Governing Laws as a Minister of the Church of God in Christ?
Candidates: I WILL, SO HELP ME GOD.
INVESTURE OF ELDERS
The Prayer of Consecration
(Laying hands, Bishop will offer prayers unto God.)
The Acceptance
The Bishop (To the Congregation): Saints of Christ, do you, Under God, accept these your Sisters and Brothers as Elders and Missionaries, and will you support them with prayer as they seek to carry out the responsibilities of their Ministry?
The Congregation: WE WILL DO SO, GOD BEING OUR HELPER
The Bishop (To the Candidates): My Sisters and Brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Great Head of the Church and by the authority invested in me, I do hereby ordain you as Elders and License you as Missionaries. I also by the recommendation of your pastor approve your appointment to hold the title of Licensed Minister.
The Order of Divine Worship
Friday, August 16, 2024 | Mid-Morning Service – 10:00 AM “Women’s Day”
Honoring our Jurisdictional Supervisor ~ Mother Sharon Alston–Felder
The Call to Worship
The Expediter
The Invocation
The Chant
The Old Testament Scripture
The New Testament Scripture
The Ministry of Music
The Welcome
Greetings
Missionary Brenda Nixon Marshal, Women’s Department | Saint Mary
Missionary Leetreona Matthews
Garden of Prayer Temple – Zion City
District Missionary Alvinia Quarles
Saint Mary
The Jurisdictional Choir
Pastor Lucie Wright Good News Family Worship Center
Pastor Karen Robinson
Resurrection and Life Ministries
The Jurisdictional Choir
Minister Ingrid Banks Garden of Prayer Temple – Zion City
The Virginia Third Mother Claudine T. Austin Scholarship Presentation
Dr. Diane Hawkins and District Missionary Beth A. Dickens
Mother Judith L.W. Willis
The Mother of the Jurisdiction
The Virginia Third Department of Women Honors
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
First Lady Felicia E. Willis – The Bishop’s Wife
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
The Presentation of the Jurisdictional Prelate
The Jurisdictional Finance Committee
Bishop Melvin L. Austin
Administrative Assistant | New Bethel Cathedral
The Voice of our Leader & Introduction of Supervisor
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
Pastor Naman H. Potts III
Bread of Heaven
The Jurisdictional Supervisor’s Annual Address
Mother Sharon Alston –Felder
Jurisdictional Supervisor
The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
The Benediction
Elder Mary E. Johnson
Crusade for Christ FWC
Mother Amelia J. Boyd
Assistant Jurisdictional Supervisor Designate
Prayer of Faith Temple – Zion City
The Order of Divine Worship
Friday, August 16, 2024 | Evening Service – 7:00 PM
The Expeditor
The Invocation
The Old Testament Scripture
The New Testament Scripture
The Ministry of Music
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
Announcements & Observations
The Presentation of the Prelate
Superintendent George W. Bond
Greater Western District | Guiding Star Ministries
Pastor James Hamm
Back to Life
Elder Cornelius Bennett
Emmanuel New Birth
Sister Latosha Branch St. Paul
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Jurisdictional Finance Committee
Elder Curtis L. Tunstall Sr.
Jurisdictional Secretary | New Bethel Cathedral
Bishop Melvin L. Austin
Administrative Assistant | New Bethel Cathedral
The Voice of our Leader and Introduction of the Messenger
Bishop Jonathan G. Willis
Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Word of God
Archbishop William Hudson III
Pastor | The Powerhouse Chicago
Chief Prelate | Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc.
The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
The Benediction
Official Day
The Lord’s Day Worship Celebration
Sunday, August 18, 2024
Sunday School | 9:30 AM
Official Day Service | 11:00 AM
The Lord’s Day Worship Celebration
Sunday, August 18, 2024 | Sunday School – 9:30 AM
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Missionary Karen Harris-Hancock, Sunday School Superintendent
Pastor Jesse Staton, Sunday School Coordinator
Summer Quarter | Lesson 13
“Treasure In Clay Jars”
2 Corinthians 4:2-15
Bible Truth:
God gives believers the power in the midst of hardship.
Memory Verse:
“We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed ” (2 Corinthians 4:8-9)
Lesson Aim:
By the end of the lesson, we will CONSIDER Paul’s position in seeing himself as a slave for Christ’s sake; CONTEMPLATE goodness in relation to God and community; and COUNT on God’s power to work through us to do His will in ministry to others.
The Lord’s Day Worship Celebration
Sunday, August 18, 2024 | Official Day Service – 11:00 AM
“The Year of Glory” (Haggai 2:9)
The Order of Divine Worship
(+) Where indicated, please stand.
The Organ Prelude
+The Call to Worship
+The Processional
The Deacons
The Ministers
The Jurisdictional Musicians
Superintendent Brandon C. Allen
Chair, Program Committee
F.M. Batts Memorial District | St. Paul
The Jurisdictional Adjutancy
The Council of Pastors and Elders, Led by the Chairman
The Board of Superintendents, Led by the Chairman
The Officers of the Office of the Bishop
The Administrative Assistants to the Jurisdictional Prelate THE JURISICDICTIONAL PRELATE
+The Expeditor
+The Invocation
+The Chant
+The Old Testament Scripture
+The New Testament Scripture
+The Hymn
+The Affirmation of Faith
The Anthem
Bishop James I. Johnson Jr.
Administrative Assistant | Crusade for Christ FWC
Superintendent Carl G. Singleton Sr.
Chairman, Council of Pastors and Elders
New Tri City District | Emmanuel New Birth
The Jurisdictional Choir
Superintendent Avis Newby
President, Evangelism Department
Portsmouth District | Mission Church
Superintendent Harold Woodley
Chairman, Board of Ordination
New Central District | Union Bethel
The Jurisdictional Choir
Superintendent Robert A. Laury
Virginia Beach District | Center of Love
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Ministry of Missions
The Ministry of Music
The Sacred Ministry of Giving
The Presentation of the Jurisdictional Prelate
The Song of Preparation
Superintendent Michael E. Plummer Sr.
President, Missions Department
Norfolk District | Miracles of the True Vine
The Jurisdictional Choir
Bishop Melvin L. Austin
Administrative Assistant | New Bethel Cathedral
Bishop–Designate Dwight A. Nixon
Administrative Assistant | Saint Mary
The Jurisdictional Choir
The Official Message
THE RIGHT REVEREND JONATHAN GERARD WILLIS
Jurisdictional Prelate | Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of Virginia
Pastor | Garden of Prayer Temple – Zion City East and Prayer of Faith Temple – Zion City West
+The Invitation and Prayer of Healing & Deliverance
+The Benediction
+The Recessional
The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the Lord of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the Lord of hosts.
Haggai 2:9 KJV
THE HYMN
“Since
Jesus Came Into My Heart”
Rufus H. McDaniel (1914)
What a wonderful change in my life has been wrought Since Jesus came into my heart!
I have light in my soul for which long I have sought, Since Jesus came into my heart!
Refrain:
Since Jesus came into my heart, Since Jesus came into my heart, Floods of joy o'er my soul like the sea billows roll, Since Jesus came into my heart.
I have ceased from my wand'ring and going astray, Since Jesus came into my heart! And my sins which were many are all washed away, Since Jesus came into my heart!
(Refrain)
I shall go there to dwell in that city, I know, Since Jesus came into my heart! And I'm happy, so happy, as onward I go, Since Jesus came into my heart!
(Refrain)
THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
We affirm our faith in the Bible.
Congregation: We believe the Bible to be the inspired and only infallible written Word of God.
We affirm our faith in God.
Congregation: We believe that there is only One God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son and, God the Holy Spirit.
We affirm our faith in the blessed hope.
Congregation: We believe in the blessed Hope, which is the rapture of the Church of God, which is in Christ, at His return.
We affirm our faith in repentance.
Congregation: We believe that the only means of being cleansed from sin is through repentance and faith in the precious Blood of Jesus Christ.
We affirm our faith in salvation.
Congregation: We believe that regeneration by the Holy Ghost is absolutely essential for personal salvation.
We affirm our faith in Jesus Christ.
Congregation: We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the Cross provides healing for the human body in answer to believing prayer.
We affirm our faith in the Holy Spirit.
Congregation: We believe that the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, according to Acts 2:4, is given to believers who ask for it.
We affirm our faith in sanctification.
Congregation: We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a holy and separated life in the present world.
