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PRESIDENT’S GREETINGS “Then the Lord said to Moses, “Tell Aaron and his sons to bless the people of Israel with this special blessing: May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.” (Numbers 6:22-28 NLT) Greetings Beloved of Our Father, It is with great joy and high enthusiasm that I welcome you to the 70th Annual Session of our beloved Baptist, Missionary & Educational Convention of the State of Michigan as we celebrate this major milestone in our commission to go teach all nations and witness to the lost and make disciples for the kingdom (Matthew 28:18 - 20; Acts 1:8). This convention has stood on the shoulders of faithful men and women who through prayer, preaching, teaching, giving and a confident hope in Christ have paved a never ending road for Pastors, Leaders, Teachers and Messengers to continue promoting Christ The King as our Lord, Savior, Redeemer, Good Shepherd and Conquering King. BM&E, as we focus on the many spiritual, political, and financial issues, we must also stay conscious of the struggles many of our churches and are facing in their own backyards. As leaders of people, we must not only preach and teach, but we must also meet them where they are. In Matthew 25:37-45, Jesus shares with us that BETTER MINISTRY FOR EVERYONE requires us to feed some people, clothe some people and open our churches to people who don't look like us, smell like or act like us. Therefore, we must take his word and our ministry to those who cannot come to us. Jesus said, when we do it to them, we do it unto him. Beloved, better ministry means we strive to leave no one behind. Beloved, for many, the only hope they have is in Christ!!! In addition, many look to see Christ in us. Therefore, we are the chosen instruments of hope for many. JESUS said, “We are the light of the world, salt of the earth” in other words, we make a difference (Matthew 5:13-16). So as we gather, let us not forget our focus on making ministry better for everyone. I humbly ask your prayers for the leadership of this convention, myself included. We also thank our immediate past President Dr. Homer Jamison for his leadership and love for our convention … and to its many delegates, Grace and Peace to you from Christ our King. A very big THANK YOU is given to our Vice President At-Large, Rev Dr. Orville K. Littlejohn and the Messiah Baptist Church Family for your kindness and jubilant hospitality shown to us from the planning stages of our Session, until now … and to our State Director, Sis. Cecelia Dawson for her due diligence to keep us on track. Thank you again … and welcome all delegates to this time of fellowship, worship, preaching, praying, instruction and business. Yours in the service,
Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONVENTION AT A GLANCE – Highlights and Schedule PARENT BODY – Convention Officiary REPRESENTATION FEES CONVENTION HISTORY AND MEMORIAM MUSIC MINISTRY – Order of Service PARENT BODY OPENING SESSION – Order of Service LAYMEN’S MINISTRY Greetings from the Laymen’s Ministry President Laymen’s Ministry – Officiary Laymen’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service
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’S MINISTRY Greetings from the ’s Ministry President & Officiary ’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service
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LATE NIGHT SERVICE – Order of Service
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Women’s Ministry – Highlights Greetings from the Women’s Ministry President Women’s Ministry – Officiary Women’s Ministry – Representation and Unity Colors Women’s Ministry – Sisterhood Creed Women’s Ministry – Opening Session Women’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service Women’s Ministry Closing Session – Order of Service
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NURSES MINISTRY
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CONVENTION PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL ADDRESS – ORDER OF SERVICE 29
USHERS MINISTRY
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YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Greetings from the Youth & Young Adult Ministry President Youth and Young Adult – Officiary Youth and Young Adult Ministry – Highlights and Schedule Youth and Young Adult Explosion – Order of Service
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AT-A-GLANCE
Sunday, August 6
5:00 pm 6:00 pm
Monday, August 7
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am
OPENING SESSION Including Introduction of Mission/Disaster Relief Team Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor
5:30 pm
Tuesday, August 8
Wednesday, August 9
Thursday, August 10
Friday, August 11
Registration located in Fellowship Hall OPENING MUSICAL – BM&E STATE CHOIR Under the direction of Brother Bill Moss, Third New Hope Baptist Church
5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor Laymen’s Ministry – President’s Address
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am
Women’s Ministry – Opening Session
12 NOON 5:30 pm
Usher’s Ministry – President’s Address Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor
5:45 pm 6:45 pm 9:00 pm
Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor ’s Ministry – President’s Address Late Night Preaching
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
5:30 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor Women’s Ministry – President’s Address
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am 4:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Women’s Ministry Area on Aging Presentation in Fellowship Hall Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor BM&E CONVENTION – PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
4:00 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Convention Board Meeting in Fellowship Hall Youth and Young Adult Preparation – 2nd Floor Youth and Young Adult Explosion President’s Address
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PARENT BODY OFFICIARY REV. DR. WALLACE R. MILLS, JR., CONVENTION PRESIDENT Rev. Orville Littlejohn
Vice President at Large
Rev. Lawrence C. Glass
1st Vice President
Rev. James C. Jones
2nd Vice President
Rev. Ryan P. Johnson
General Secretary
Dean Helen Kelley
Recording Secretary
Rev. Robert S. Mills
Corresponding Secretary
Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
State Director
Deacon John Smith
Finance Director
Rev. Allen O. Langford
Registrar
Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
Convention Coordinator
Rev. Dr. Edward L. Branch
Executive Committee Chairman
MINISTRY LEADERS Rev. Damon M. Moseley
Congress of Christian Education Laymen’s Ministry
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley
Women’s Ministry
Sis. Cynthia P. Smith
’s Ministry
Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard Bro. Bill Moss, Jr.
Music Ministry Nurses Ministry
Sis. Sonya Bell
Usher’s Ministry
Sis. Evelyn Smith
Youth & Young Adult Ministry
Sis. Yvonne Pitts 3
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ANNUAL REPRESENTATION FEES Parent Body (includes Pastor and Officers): Churches: • • •
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Church hip (3 – 200) Church hip (201 – 501) Church hip (501 – Up)
Districts: New Bodies: Women’s Auxiliary:
Missionary Societies, Women’s Ministries or Churches District Auxiliaries Departments Each Meeting Representation ! Officers ! District Presidents ! Local Church Presidents ! Chairpersons ! Co-Chairpersons ! Messengers
Laymen’s Auxiliary:
$ 600.00 $1,000.00 $1,500.00
$ 500.00 $ 300.00
$ 150.00 $ 150.00 $ 300.00
$ 20.00 $ 20.00 $ 15.00 $ 20.00 $ 20.00 $ 5.00
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Local Laymen’s Auxiliaries Districts Officers Local Church Presidents Messengers
$ 100.00 $ 100.00 $ 10.00 $ 5.00 $ 5.00
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Districts Churches Directors Ministers Leaders Messengers
$ 100.00 $ 100.00 $ 10.00 $ 10.00 $ 5.00 $ 1.00
Churches Messengers
$ 30.00 $ 35.00
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Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary:
Nurses’ Auxiliary:
Usher’s Auxiliary:
Churches (per year)
$ 50.00
Annual Session Kirby-Terrell Fall Institute
$ 500.00 $ 100.00
Congress of Christian Education: •
•
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CONVENTION HISTORY “Whereas, experience has shown that in unity there is strength and things that seem impossible to be accomplished by individual effort yield readily to combined strength; We know that stability of government and enforcing of the law regulating its action derive their just power form the consent of the governed. It is tyranny to do otherwise in a Christian organization. Righteousness should be enscribed upon our banner and the spirit of oneness in all out actions that every action should be “fashioned” after that of Jesus Christ, who came not to be served, but to serve. Upon these stated principles we, pastors and messengers of regular Missionary Baptist Churches have by these presentations formed ourselves into a Missionary Baptist State Convention.” (Preamble to the Constitution of the Baptist, Missionary and Educational State Convention)
The Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention of the State of Michigan was organized in August of 1947. The organizational meeting was called by the late Rev. J.S. Williams, pastor of the New Mt. Zion Baptist Church. This meeting was held at the Olivet Baptist Church, Rev. J.H. Bruce, Pastor. More than thirty-seven churches and pastors were represented. Those present included Rev. J.S. Williams, Rev. S.S. Reed, Rev. J.H. Bruce, Rev. T.S. Boone, Rev. C.V. Heath, Rev. L.C. Collins, Rev. Wm. Bishop and Rev. G.W. Taylor. The name selected for this new convention was the Michigan State Convention. However, this name was already in use. The collective decision was made to name this convention the Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention. This name brought with it the purpose and mission which serves as the convention’s foundation. The Rev. J.S. Williams was elected to serve as the first President of the BM&E Convention. Other convention officers were: Rev. J.H. Johnson, First Vice President Rev. S.S. Reed, Second Vice President and Rev. V.S. Gasby, Recording Secretary. Two district associations were included in the origin; Michigan District Baptist Association and New Era Baptist Association. Soon afterwards the Prospect District Association became a part of this convention. 5
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The Women’s Auxiliary to the BM&E Convention was organized in September of 1947 at the Central Baptist Church located on Buchanan St., Rev. Wm. Bishop, Pastor. The first officers were: Faye Bruce, President; Mrs. Ethyl Wright, General Vice President; Mrs. Etta Bradley, Vice President; Mrs. Darnella Hall, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Carrie B. Taylor, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Margarite Philpot, Treasurer; Mrs. Darah Bathwell, Youth Director; Mrs. Eula J. Wright, Worship Leader; Mrs. Roxie VanDyke, Director of Christian Education; Ms. Mary Snodgrass, President of Y.W.A.; Ms. Dorothy Ways, President of Sunshine Bandl Ms. Mary Bailey, President of Senior Red Circle; and Ms. Cathrine Field, President of Matrons. In the seventy years of service, this convention has had seven presidents: The Late Rev. J.S. Williams (1947-1952), The Late Rev. S.S. Reed (1952-1954), The Late Rev. W.R. Matthews (1954-1976), Rev. W.W. Williams (1976-1989), The Late Rev. S.L. Whitney (1989-1990), Rev. J.J. Perry (1990-1996), Rev. E.L. Branch (1996-2004), Rev. Tellis J. Chapman (2005-2015); Rev. Homer D. Jamison (2015-2016) and Rev. Wallace R. Mills, Jr. (2016-Present) Those who have served as President of the Women’s Auxiliary are as follows: Mrs. Faye Bruce (1947-1951, Mrs. Emma Poole (1951-1955), Mrs. Ann Bishop (1955-1960), Mrs. Marsetta Wells (1960-1980), Mrs. Emmalee Shaw (19801989), Mrs. Martha Simmons (1989-1994), Mrs. Leola Ramsey (1994-2001), Mrs. Vernita Howze (2001-2011) and Mrs. Cynthia P. Smith (2011-Present). The BM&E Congress of Christian Education have had the following Presidents: Rev. L.C. Collins, Rev. G.W. Taylor, Rev. Charles Poole, Rev. Elmer Kirby, Rev. M.B. Terrell, Rev. Ocie Tabb, Jr., Rev. E.L. Branch (19941996), Rev. Nathan A. Proche (1996-2001), Rev. Sampson Matthews (20012006), Rev. Wallace R. Mills (2006-2016) and Rev. Damon M. Moseley (2016Present) God is Good! The Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention of the State of Michigan continues to strive in the prosperity of unity, vision and commitment. Our future is bright as we continue to build Better Ministry for Everybody … looking unto JESUS: Our Christ, Conqueror and King! 6
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CONVENTION PICTURES THEN AND NOW
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MUSIC MINISTRY SERVICE Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:00 pm Call To Worship
Rev. Frank J. Harris, Jr., Pastor Second Canaan Baptist Church
Scripture Reading
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley Second Canaan Baptist Church
Prayer
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson Greater Burnette Baptist Church
Introduction of Master of Ceremony Call To Worship
Rev. Isaiah Pettway, Pastor Beth Eden Baptist Church
SONGS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP (PART I) Offering
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
SONGS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP (PART II) Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn Vice President At-Large
Acknowledgements
Brother Bill Moss, Jr. Music Ministry Director
Closing Remarks & Benediction
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
MUSIC MINISTRY OFFICIARY BILL MOSS, JR., PRESIDENT
Vice President Lead Directress Assistant Directress State Organist Secretary
Sis. Marcia Robinson Sis. Courtney Washington Sis. Jennifer Davidson Rev. Elmo Hughes Sis. Yvonne Simmons 8
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PARENT BODY PICTURES
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PARENT BODY OPENING SESSION Monday, August 7, 2017 10:00 am Official Opening & Call To Order
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
Reading and Adoption of Program
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson General Secretary
DEVOTIONAL MESSAGE REV. TYRONE MARTIN Greater Morning Star Baptist Church • Mount Clemens, Michigan Official Convention Greeting Music
BM&E Music Team
Introduction of Mission/ Disaster Relief Team
Rev. Robert Smith, Jr., Director Rev. Pattie Dexter Rev. Alton M. Reid, Sr.
Special Offering Appeal
Rev. Robert Smith, Jr.
Music
BM&E Music Team
Introduction of Messenger
Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
MESSAGE REV. DR. HENRY FULLER President, Wolverine Baptist State Convention of Michigan Pastor, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church • Flint, Michigan Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Sam Burgess, Pastor Willow Grove Baptist Church Announcements Benediction 10
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GREETINGS FROM THE LAYMEN’S PRESIDENT
Greetings Beloved, I am incredibly overjoyed to have this opportunity to worship and work with you all another year. As I contemplate over the landscape of our Baptist, Missionary, and Educational State Convention legacy, I thank my God for ever remembrance of the great strides we have made together as a body of baptized believers. We have stepped into our 70th year as a convention. The Lord God has brought us from a mighty long way. I recount and recall the days of my youth here in this convention where there was a great focus on biblical integrity, biblical manhood, and biblical servant hood. As a boy, I was captured by the structure and the sincerity of the saints. There was an overwhelming willingness to build morale and momentum with one mutual agenda, the Kingdom of God. Our laymen have continued to seek after the maturation of men in the local churches. We have taken much pride in accepting every man, giving him the spiritual and secular tools to succeed and launching him back into his local assembly, edified and ready to lead with dignity, strength, and capacity. The opportunity for Kingdom building has not expired. We are still here to make a difference. It is with these words that I welcome you to the 70th Annual Session of the B. M. & E. State Convention of Michigan. Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before Christ the royal master Leads against the foe Forward into battle See His banners go! With Men in Mind,
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LAYMEN’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY
DEACON ROBERT E. KELLEY, PRESIDENT Vice President At-Large
Brother Monte V. Marable
1st Vice President
Brother Ray Nelson
2nd Vice President
Brother Marlon Nabors
Secretary
Brother Joe Goston
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LAYMEN’S MINISTRY SERVICE Monday, August 7, 2017 6:45 pm Deacon Monte V. Marable, Presiding
PRESIDENT KELLEY’S PROCESSIONAL Opening Song
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson
Invocation
Deacon Earl Grandberry Immediate Past President
Welcome
Deacon Wade Rayford
Songs of Praise
Second Canaan Choir
Recognition of Local District, State and National Officers
Brother Marlon Nabors
Songs of Praise
Second Canaan Choir
Introduction of President Kelley
Brother Robert Kelley III
Song of Praise
President Kelley’s Grandchildren
THE PRESIDENT’S SIXTH ANNUAL ADDRESS DEACON ROBERT E. KELLEY Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Frank J. Harris, Jr., Pastor Second Canaan Baptist Church
Offering
Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn Brother Willie Harrell
Remarks
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley
Remarks & Benediction
Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr. 14
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GREETINGS FROM THE ’S PRESIDENT
Greetings beloved in the powerful name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Thank God, He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we could ask or think, for His mighty power operates in us. We take this opportunity to welcome you to the Baptist Missionary & Educational State Convention of Michigan 70th Annual Session. It is our prayer this session will enlighten, encourage, energize and motivate the saints of God to become more effective ambassadors for Christ. Whatever difficulties we face, God has promised us we are more than conquerors. , “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” We extend our appreciation to the host, Pastor Orville Littlejohn and the Messiah Baptist Church Family for their superb and superior hospitality. In addition, we extend our gratitude to all who make up the B. M. & E. State Convention of Michigan. Certainly, acknowledging our powerful and most efficient President, Dr. Wallace R. Mills and each of you for your attendance, prayers, and comion. May God continue to smile on you? Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard
President, BM&E ’s Auxiliary Rev. Dr. John White Jr., Secretary
’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY REV. DR. LEE BERNARD, PRESIDENT
1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Treasurer
Rev. Allen O. Langford Rev. Charles Boles Rev. John White, Jr. Rev. Michael Grier 15
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’S MINISTRY SERVICE Tuesday, August 8, 2017 6:45 pm Michael Grier, Brown’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Presiding Praise and Worship
Praise Team
Processional Meditation
John White New Birth Rescue Baptist Church
Musical Selection Purpose
Sterling Brewer King David Baptist Church
Introduction of District s
Demetrius Finley New Truth Baptist Church
Greetings and Recognition of Officers and Visitors
Allen O. Langford Christland Baptist Church
Musical Selection Introduction of President Bernard
Kenneth Brock New Welcome Baptist Church
Musical Selection
THE PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL ADDRESS LEE BERNARD Greater True Vine Baptist Church
Invitation to Discipleship Offering
Charles Boles Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Presentations, Announcements & Benediction (Please remain for the Late Night Service) 16
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LATE NIGHT SERVICE TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2017 9:00 pm Presiding: Rev. Michael Seay Late Night Coordinator, Greater Community Baptist Church Praise & Worship
~~ WORSHIP MESSAGE ~~ REV. ALEX AMBROSE
New Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church Introduction of Preacher MUSIC
~~ THE PREACHED WORD ~~ REV. KENNETH C. PIERCE II
Pastor, Hopewell Baptist Church • Detroit, Michigan The Invitation to Discipleship Co-Pastor Jeremy K. Moseley New Mt. Vernon Baptist Church • Ferndale, Michigan Announcements Benediction 17
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY COVER PAGE
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY PICTURE HIGHLIGHTS
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GREETINGS FROM THE WOMEN’S MINISTRY PRESIDENT
SISTER CYNTHIA PERKINS SMITH Greetings BM&E Family and Friends, It is with a deep sense of humility that I greet you. God has blessed my life through His people, BM&E. It brings me joy to serve you, who I love and I am convinced that you love me too. Thank you for your throughout the years and especially over the past year as I embarked on a new plane of service as National Baptist Convention, USA Inc., Woman’s Auxiliary President. Thank you to all of our guests who are sharing this week with us. I am sure you will be blessed as a result of your coming. The women of BM&E have labored hard this year, yet we have not failed to fellowship with a kindred spirit. We have rejoiced together over celebrations and victories and we have wept for the discomforts of our sisters and families. Pray for us as we continue to do His will and His work, His Way. Thank you pastors for allowing your women to be actively involved in this Women’s Ministry. There is always a need for more workers in the vineyard. We applaud our Unsung Hero and Sheroes honored at the Annual Parade of Roses Scholarship Luncheon and celebrate the 2017 Scholarship Recipients. Grace and mercy unto all of you while we yet serve …
In Sisterly Love,
Sister Smith
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY Elected and Appointed Servants PRESIDENT
SISTER CYNTHIA P. SMITH
Vice President at Large 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President 3rd Vice President Adjutant and Secretary Financial Secretary
Dr. Nellie H. Williams Sister Joanna Woods Sister Dorothy Hamilton Sister Alene Anderson Sister Paulette Henderson Sister Linda White
Special Assistants
Sisters Linda Allen, Monique Lake Angelique Mills and Ruthie Howton DISTRICTS AND PRESIDENTS
Christian Fellowship District Evangelical District Fellowship District Greater Love District Institutional District Michigan District New Rising Star of Hope District Prospect District United Missions District
Sister Donita Chambers Sister Debra Mills Sister Sallie Hamilton Sister Johnnie Springer Sister Lois Banks Reverend Pattie Dexter Sister Alice Ruth Johnson Sister Tamela Washington Dr. Nellie H. Williams
District Presidents Coordinators
Sister Joanne Matthews and Sister Martha Stamps
DEPARTMENTS AND CHAIRPERSONS Deacon Wives, Deaconess & Widows Sister Glenda Wheeler Minister’s Wives and Widows Sister Geri Hill Moore 21
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY REPRESENTATION Individual ………………………………………….….…… $ 15.00 Officers ………………………………………………….…. $20.00 (Vice Presidents, Other State Officers, District Presidents,
Chairpersons, Local Presidents)
Church Mission Ministry ……………(10 bags)……… $150.00 District Women’s Auxiliary …………(10 bags)……… $150.00 Departments …………………………………………….. $300.00 (Deacon’s Wives, Deaconess and Widows, Minister’s Wives and Widows)
UNITY COLORS Tuesday Morning: Wednesday Night: Thursday Morning: Thursday Night:
Shades of Pink White with District Colors Shades of Green Black or Navy with Pearls
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY OUR SISTERHOOD CREED
“YOU ARE MY SISTER” I WILL STAND WITH YOU EYE TO EYE I will stand with you eye to eye, because we are going to need to look at each other. We will need to stand eye to eye for various projects, programs and tasks that we must undertake. We are going to have to look away from pettiness and childish attitudes. Yes! We will have to see each other eye to eye. I WILL STAND WITH YOU EAR TO EAR I will stand with you ear to ear because you will need someone who will listen to you. I am going to listen to you. I am going to hear you, too. I am going to celebrate your joys and your triumphs. I am going to explore your thoughts and your ideas. I am going to be willing to change my ways because we talked about certain issues. Yes! I will hear you and lend my ear. I WILL STAND WITH YOU SHOULDER TO SHOULDER I realize that I am going to need you to prop me up on every leaning side. I am going to need you to be there for me in the good times and in the hard times. Yes! I will also you shoulder to shoulder. I WILL STAND WITH YOU TOE TO TOE I will stand with you toe to toe, because there may be times when I may not agree with you. I am not going to disagree with you, just to be disagreeable, but I will stand with you toe to toe. Toe to toe because there are some rough days ahead, toe to toe because there are some tough issues to be dealt with. Yes! I will stand with you on those issues, steadfast as we move forward, in unity and in love. I WILL STAND WITH YOU BACK TO BACK I will stand with you back to back because you don’t have eyes in the back of your head. You can’t watch behind your back. I am going to be the eyes in the back of your head. Yes! I am going to look out for you when you can’t look out for yourself. YOU ARE MY SISTER! 23
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Tuesday, August 8, 2017 Sister Cynthia P. Smith, Presiding 9:00 am
Registration
10:00 am
Praise and Worship Sister Beverli Greenleaf, Leader Sisters Celeste Davis, Ann Jackson, Lillie Lyles Ministers Brenda Jackson, Ann Marie Juwah, Sherline Smith
~~ THE WORSHIP MESSAGE ~~ REV. MARLENE BOWMAN Messiah Baptist Church Worship/Missionary Offering ~ Ushers 10:30 am
Formal Opening - Sister Cynthia P. Smith, President Greetings from Messiah Baptist - Sister Sonya Fuquay, Mission Ministry
10:35 am
Memorial Period Vice Presidents: Dr. Nellie Williams, Sister Joanna Woods, Sister Dorothy Hamilton, Sister Alene Anderson
10:50 am
Business Period Introduction of Newly Elected Local and District Presidents Sister Sallie Hamilton, Vice President Registration Information Information: National Baptist Convention U.S.A., Inc., Woman’s Auxiliary
11:00 am
Christian Education Hour Sister Bernadine Hoston, Director Music - Sister Celeste Davis (Please remain for the Usher’s Presidential Address from Sister Evelyn Smith) 24
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Wednesday, August 9, 2017 – 6:45 pm Vice President at Large, Dr. Nellie H. Williams, Presiding Inspirational Singing
New Bethel Baptist Church Choir
PRESIDENT’S PROCESSIONAL (President escorted by Grandson, Joshua) Invocation through Song
BM&E State Choir, Brother Bill Moss, Jr., Director
Greetings
Sister Angela Jackson, Michigan District
Acknowledgement of Districts
Dean Dorothy Hamilton, 2nd Vice President
Acknowledgement of Guests
Sister Joanna Woods, 1st Vice President Sister Monique Lake, Prospect District Women
Selection
BM&E State Choir, Brother Bill Moss, Jr., Director
Felicitations
Sister Sharon Floyd, President, Women’s Auxiliary, Wolverine State Missionary Baptist Convention BM&E Ministry Leaders: Sister Sonya Bell, Sister Evelyn Smith, Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard, Sister Yvonne Pitts, Deacon Robert Earl Kelley, Congress President, Rev. Damon M. Moseley Convention President, Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
THE LOVE OFFERING Rev. Dr. Homer Jamison, Immediate Past President and Rev. Dr. Tellis J. Chapman, Past President PRESENTATIONS Voice
Sis. Atiaya Whitehead, New Bethel Baptist Church
Presentation of The President
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson, Pastor, Greater Burnette Baptist Church
~~ SIXTH PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS ~~ SISTER CYNTHIA PERKINS SMITH New Bethel Baptist Church The Invitation to Discipleship Rev. Eddie Patterson, , United Missions District Announcements Closing Remarks & Benediction Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr., President, BM&E State Convention ~President Smith’s Reception Follows In Fellowship Hall~ 25
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Thursday, August 10, 2017 1st Vice President, Sister Joanna Woods, Presiding 9:30 am
Registration
10:00 am
Praise and Worship Sister Beverli Greenleaf, Leader Sisters Celeste Davis, Ann Jackson, Lillie Lyles Ministers Brenda Jackson, Ann Marie Juwah, Sherline Smith Worship/Missionary Offering ~ Ushers Greetings – Dr. Leola Ramsey, Past President, Christian Fellowship District Women’s Ministry
10:30 am
Department Reports and Presentations Deacons Wives, Deaconess and Widows ~ Sister Glenda Wheeler, Chairperson Minister’s Wives and Widows ~ Sister Geri Hill Moore, Chairperson
11:25 am
Christian Education In Action with Sister Bernadine Hoston, Director Music – Dr. Nellie H. Williams, Vice President At-Large
~~THE NOON MESSAGE~~ REV. DR. E.L. BRANCH Pastor, Third New Hope Baptist Church Past President, BM&E State Convention The Invitation to Discipleship Worship Through Giving Announcements ~ Adjournment ~ Lunch 26
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NURSES MINISTRY COVER
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PRESIDENT MILLS COVER PAGE
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THE PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS Thursday, August 10, 2017 6:45 pm Vice President At-Large, Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn, Presiding Music
BM&E State Convention Choir THE PROCESSIONAL Officers, Convention Leaders, s, Pastors and Special Guests
Invocation
Rev. Dr. Larry Smith New St. Mark Baptist Church
Official Greeting and Recognition of Special Guests
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson General Secretary
SALUTATIONS To Be Indicated By Vice President At-Large Music
BM&E State Convention Choir
Introduction of President
Rev. Dr. Lawrence C. Glass, Jr. First Vice President
~~ THE INAUGURAL PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS ~~ REV. DR. WALLACE R. MILLS, JR. New Ebenezer Baptist Church
THE INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP THE OFFERTORY AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS REMARKS AND ADJOURNMENT
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USHERS MINISTRY COVER
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USHER’S MINISTRY SERVICE Tuesday, August 8, 2017 12 NOON Sister Eloise Morris, Presiding
Devotion Recognition of Officers
Sister Shirley Sorrell
History of Ushering
Sister Elaine Knight
Words of Encouragement
Sister Monica L.H. Van Buren
Introduction of President Smith
Sister Patricia Broadnax
Solo
Sister Grace Summer
~~ THE PRESIDENT’S INAUGURAL ADDRESS ~~ SISTER EVELYN SMITH Mt. Hebron Baptist Church Offering
Rev. Sampson Matthews Rev. R. Patrick Johnson
Benediction
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YOUNG & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY COVER
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GREETINGS FROM THE YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY PRESIDENT MISSION STATEMENT “The mission of the BM&E State Convention of Michigan Youth Auxiliary is to reinforce the foundation for the continued spiritual development of its youth to live Christ-centered lives by equipping them with the tools necessary to connect with God, their parents, their peers and the world.” GREETINGS!! It has been a rewarding privilege to serve as President of the B. M. & E. Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary for the past eleven years! Since accepting the mantle of leadership for this dynamic group of children, youth, young adults and co-laborers, we have experienced several firsts, which include, but are not limited to: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
World-Day-of-Prayer prayer breakfast entitled “Holy Hook-Up”. Creation of the Young Adult Ministry 200-Voice Children’s Concert Media Arts & Social Media Ministry State oratorical competitions and oratorical preparatory workshops. Welcome Reception at the National Baptist Congress for our youth and young adult delegates. College Ministry hosting college tours, developing student guides and sponsoring “themed” college workshops. Received 2nd place trophy at a Midwest Regional Youth Conference for highest attendance. Annual Back-to-School Rally & Skating party distributing schools supplies to over 400 youth. Annual “Day-at-Comerica Park” hosting 400 young people at a Detroit Tigers Baseball game each year. Annual Lock-In at the YMCA Annual Ministry Days for Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries National Baptist Congress IRock Service
This robust list of “firsts” complements the existing work and accomplishments of the Youth/Young Adult Auxiliary. We continue to be on the forefront of relevant programming for Christian youth and young adults meeting standards of excellence. I am proud of our accomplishments. They have been monumental and momentous!! I am thankful and excited to be a catalyst for change and renewal. Special thanks are extended to Presidents Chapman, Jamison and Mills for their extraordinary leadership. I also extend thanks to my Pastor, Rev. Robert Smith, Jr. for his and to all of the Pastors of this great convention for ing this auxiliary with your financial contributions and trusting me with your youth and young adults. I am exceptionally thankful for my co-laborers, the Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary staff. They have worked untiringly throughout the years with me on this spiritual excursion leading our youth and young adults toward the prize of the High calling. As I leave this post, but not the children, youth and young adults of BME, I pray that this auxiliary will continue to be full of God’s transforming presence and will shape this world as a generation of believers with a ion for Jesus Christ! For it was my goal to develop a generation of youth and young adults who are equipped with tools to witness and minister to this generation and generations to come. Thank you for this opportunity to serve! I will forever love and cherish my memories as President of BME’s Youth and Young Adult Auxiliary. May the blessings of our Lord and Savior be upon you.
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY OFFICIARY SISTER YVONNE PITTS, INTERIM PRESIDENT Executive Assistants
Sister Marlena Taylor Min. David Suggs, Jr.
Advisor
Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Jr.
istration & Finance Chairperson
Sister Hattie Knox
Finance & Denomination Liaison
Sister Elaine Jones
Children’s Ministry Leaders
Sister Eboni Murray & Sister Minuwawa Whitehead
Youth Ministry Leader Assistant to Youth Ministry
Rev. Ernest P. Wicks
Young Adult Ministry Leader
Rev. James C. Hayes
Sacred Arts Ministry Leader Oratorical Ministry Leader
Brother Bernard Carter Sister Marla Larkin
Curriculum Ministry Leader
Rev. R. Janae Pitts-Murdock
Evangelism Ministry Leader
Rev. Peggie Nichols
Life Skills Ministry Leader
Sister Marlena Taylor
College Bound Ministry Leader
Sister Michelle Finley
Fresh Start Ministry Leader
Sister Sierra Kelly
Volunteer Ministry Leader
Sister Hattie Knox
Mission Ministry Leader
Rev. Jeremy K. Moseley
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY VENUE
Theme: “SOCIAL SECURITY” (Romans 12:1-3) MONDAY, AUGUST 7 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2017
5:30 – 7:00 pm 7:00 – 7:10 pm 7:10 – 8:30 pm
Workshops/Discussion Groups/Activities Break Ministry Training
WORKSHOPS AND DISCUSSION GROUPS
Ages 4 – 9
Primary & Children
Minuwawa Whitehead
Ages 10 – 17
Children/Youth
Various Leaders Monday: Social Security Tuesday: Money Matters Wednesday: College Fair Thursday: Career Day
Ages 18 – 35
Young Adults
Rev. James C. Hayes
Dance: Mime: Choir: 5:45 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm
MINISTRY TRAINING
Sister Eboni Murray TBA Brother Bernard Carter & Brother Rondall Murray FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2017
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT EXPLOSION Friday, August 11, 2017 6:45 pm Min. David Suggs, Peace and Goodwill Baptist Church, Presiding Call to Worship Scripture Prayer Praise and Worship
Youth & Young Adult Praise Team
Greetings Felicitations
Sis. Cynthia P. Smith, President, Woman’s Auxiliary, NBCUSA, Inc. Sis. Jasmine Rogers, Pres., Midwest Region Sr. Red Circle Sis. Madalyn Dansby, Youth Director, Wolverine Baptist Convention Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Michigan Baptist District Association
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
BM&E Children’s Presentation Interpretive Dance
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Dancers OFFERTORY PERIOD
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
Introduction of President Pitts
Sister Marlena Taylor
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONVENTION AT A GLANCE – Highlights and Schedule PARENT BODY – Convention Officiary REPRESENTATION FEES CONVENTION HISTORY AND MEMORIAM MUSIC MINISTRY – Order of Service PARENT BODY OPENING SESSION – Order of Service LAYMEN’S MINISTRY Greetings from the Laymen’s Ministry President Laymen’s Ministry – Officiary Laymen’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service
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’S MINISTRY Greetings from the ’s Ministry President & Officiary ’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service
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LATE NIGHT SERVICE – Order of Service
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Women’s Ministry – Highlights Greetings from the Women’s Ministry President Women’s Ministry – Officiary Women’s Ministry – Representation and Unity Colors Women’s Ministry – Sisterhood Creed Women’s Ministry – Opening Session Women’s Ministry President’s Address – Order of Service Women’s Ministry Closing Session – Order of Service
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NURSES MINISTRY
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CONVENTION PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL ADDRESS – ORDER OF SERVICE 29
USHERS MINISTRY
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YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Greetings from the Youth & Young Adult Ministry President Youth and Young Adult – Officiary Youth and Young Adult Ministry – Highlights and Schedule Youth and Young Adult Explosion – Order of Service
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AT-A-GLANCE
Sunday, August 6
5:00 pm 6:00 pm
Monday, August 7
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am
OPENING SESSION Including Introduction of Mission/Disaster Relief Team Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor
5:30 pm
Tuesday, August 8
Wednesday, August 9
Thursday, August 10
Friday, August 11
Registration located in Fellowship Hall OPENING MUSICAL – BM&E STATE CHOIR Under the direction of Brother Bill Moss, Third New Hope Baptist Church
5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor Laymen’s Ministry – President’s Address
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am
Women’s Ministry – Opening Session
12 NOON 5:30 pm
Usher’s Ministry – President’s Address Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor
5:45 pm 6:45 pm 9:00 pm
Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor ’s Ministry – President’s Address Late Night Preaching
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
5:30 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor Women’s Ministry – President’s Address
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am 4:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Women’s Ministry Area on Aging Presentation in Fellowship Hall Youth and Young Adult Classes, Trainings & Workshops – 2nd Floor Nurses Seminar – 2nd Floor BM&E CONVENTION – PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS
during session
Registration located in Fellowship Hall
4:00 pm 5:45 pm 6:45 pm
Convention Board Meeting in Fellowship Hall Youth and Young Adult Preparation – 2nd Floor Youth and Young Adult Explosion President’s Address
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PARENT BODY OFFICIARY REV. DR. WALLACE R. MILLS, JR., CONVENTION PRESIDENT Rev. Orville Littlejohn
Vice President at Large
Rev. Lawrence C. Glass
1st Vice President
Rev. James C. Jones
2nd Vice President
Rev. Ryan P. Johnson
General Secretary
Dean Helen Kelley
Recording Secretary
Rev. Robert S. Mills
Corresponding Secretary
Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
State Director
Deacon John Smith
Finance Director
Rev. Allen O. Langford
Registrar
Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
Convention Coordinator
Rev. Dr. Edward L. Branch
Executive Committee Chairman
MINISTRY LEADERS Rev. Damon M. Moseley
Congress of Christian Education Laymen’s Ministry
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley
Women’s Ministry
Sis. Cynthia P. Smith
’s Ministry
Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard Bro. Bill Moss, Jr.
Music Ministry Nurses Ministry
Sis. Sonya Bell
Usher’s Ministry
Sis. Evelyn Smith
Youth & Young Adult Ministry
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ANNUAL REPRESENTATION FEES Parent Body (includes Pastor and Officers): Churches: • • •
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Church hip (3 – 200) Church hip (201 – 501) Church hip (501 – Up)
Districts: New Bodies: Women’s Auxiliary:
Missionary Societies, Women’s Ministries or Churches District Auxiliaries Departments Each Meeting Representation ! Officers ! District Presidents ! Local Church Presidents ! Chairpersons ! Co-Chairpersons ! Messengers
Laymen’s Auxiliary:
$ 600.00 $1,000.00 $1,500.00
$ 500.00 $ 300.00
$ 150.00 $ 150.00 $ 300.00
$ 20.00 $ 20.00 $ 15.00 $ 20.00 $ 20.00 $ 5.00
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Local Laymen’s Auxiliaries Districts Officers Local Church Presidents Messengers
$ 100.00 $ 100.00 $ 10.00 $ 5.00 $ 5.00
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Districts Churches Directors Ministers Leaders Messengers
$ 100.00 $ 100.00 $ 10.00 $ 10.00 $ 5.00 $ 1.00
Churches Messengers
$ 30.00 $ 35.00
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Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary:
Nurses’ Auxiliary:
Usher’s Auxiliary:
Churches (per year)
$ 50.00
Annual Session Kirby-Terrell Fall Institute
$ 500.00 $ 100.00
Congress of Christian Education: •
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CONVENTION HISTORY “Whereas, experience has shown that in unity there is strength and things that seem impossible to be accomplished by individual effort yield readily to combined strength; We know that stability of government and enforcing of the law regulating its action derive their just power form the consent of the governed. It is tyranny to do otherwise in a Christian organization. Righteousness should be enscribed upon our banner and the spirit of oneness in all out actions that every action should be “fashioned” after that of Jesus Christ, who came not to be served, but to serve. Upon these stated principles we, pastors and messengers of regular Missionary Baptist Churches have by these presentations formed ourselves into a Missionary Baptist State Convention.” (Preamble to the Constitution of the Baptist, Missionary and Educational State Convention)
The Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention of the State of Michigan was organized in August of 1947. The organizational meeting was called by the late Rev. J.S. Williams, pastor of the New Mt. Zion Baptist Church. This meeting was held at the Olivet Baptist Church, Rev. J.H. Bruce, Pastor. More than thirty-seven churches and pastors were represented. Those present included Rev. J.S. Williams, Rev. S.S. Reed, Rev. J.H. Bruce, Rev. T.S. Boone, Rev. C.V. Heath, Rev. L.C. Collins, Rev. Wm. Bishop and Rev. G.W. Taylor. The name selected for this new convention was the Michigan State Convention. However, this name was already in use. The collective decision was made to name this convention the Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention. This name brought with it the purpose and mission which serves as the convention’s foundation. The Rev. J.S. Williams was elected to serve as the first President of the BM&E Convention. Other convention officers were: Rev. J.H. Johnson, First Vice President Rev. S.S. Reed, Second Vice President and Rev. V.S. Gasby, Recording Secretary. Two district associations were included in the origin; Michigan District Baptist Association and New Era Baptist Association. Soon afterwards the Prospect District Association became a part of this convention. 5
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The Women’s Auxiliary to the BM&E Convention was organized in September of 1947 at the Central Baptist Church located on Buchanan St., Rev. Wm. Bishop, Pastor. The first officers were: Faye Bruce, President; Mrs. Ethyl Wright, General Vice President; Mrs. Etta Bradley, Vice President; Mrs. Darnella Hall, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Carrie B. Taylor, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Margarite Philpot, Treasurer; Mrs. Darah Bathwell, Youth Director; Mrs. Eula J. Wright, Worship Leader; Mrs. Roxie VanDyke, Director of Christian Education; Ms. Mary Snodgrass, President of Y.W.A.; Ms. Dorothy Ways, President of Sunshine Bandl Ms. Mary Bailey, President of Senior Red Circle; and Ms. Cathrine Field, President of Matrons. In the seventy years of service, this convention has had seven presidents: The Late Rev. J.S. Williams (1947-1952), The Late Rev. S.S. Reed (1952-1954), The Late Rev. W.R. Matthews (1954-1976), Rev. W.W. Williams (1976-1989), The Late Rev. S.L. Whitney (1989-1990), Rev. J.J. Perry (1990-1996), Rev. E.L. Branch (1996-2004), Rev. Tellis J. Chapman (2005-2015); Rev. Homer D. Jamison (2015-2016) and Rev. Wallace R. Mills, Jr. (2016-Present) Those who have served as President of the Women’s Auxiliary are as follows: Mrs. Faye Bruce (1947-1951, Mrs. Emma Poole (1951-1955), Mrs. Ann Bishop (1955-1960), Mrs. Marsetta Wells (1960-1980), Mrs. Emmalee Shaw (19801989), Mrs. Martha Simmons (1989-1994), Mrs. Leola Ramsey (1994-2001), Mrs. Vernita Howze (2001-2011) and Mrs. Cynthia P. Smith (2011-Present). The BM&E Congress of Christian Education have had the following Presidents: Rev. L.C. Collins, Rev. G.W. Taylor, Rev. Charles Poole, Rev. Elmer Kirby, Rev. M.B. Terrell, Rev. Ocie Tabb, Jr., Rev. E.L. Branch (19941996), Rev. Nathan A. Proche (1996-2001), Rev. Sampson Matthews (20012006), Rev. Wallace R. Mills (2006-2016) and Rev. Damon M. Moseley (2016Present) God is Good! The Baptist, Missionary and Educational Convention of the State of Michigan continues to strive in the prosperity of unity, vision and commitment. Our future is bright as we continue to build Better Ministry for Everybody … looking unto JESUS: Our Christ, Conqueror and King! 6
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MUSIC MINISTRY SERVICE Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:00 pm Call To Worship
Rev. Frank J. Harris, Jr., Pastor Second Canaan Baptist Church
Scripture Reading
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley Second Canaan Baptist Church
Prayer
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson Greater Burnette Baptist Church
Introduction of Master of Ceremony Call To Worship
Rev. Isaiah Pettway, Pastor Beth Eden Baptist Church
SONGS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP (PART I) Offering
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
SONGS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP (PART II) Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn Vice President At-Large
Acknowledgements
Brother Bill Moss, Jr. Music Ministry Director
Closing Remarks & Benediction
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
MUSIC MINISTRY OFFICIARY BILL MOSS, JR., PRESIDENT
Vice President Lead Directress Assistant Directress State Organist Secretary
Sis. Marcia Robinson Sis. Courtney Washington Sis. Jennifer Davidson Rev. Elmo Hughes Sis. Yvonne Simmons 8
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PARENT BODY PICTURES
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PARENT BODY OPENING SESSION Monday, August 7, 2017 10:00 am Official Opening & Call To Order
President Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
Reading and Adoption of Program
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson General Secretary
DEVOTIONAL MESSAGE REV. TYRONE MARTIN Greater Morning Star Baptist Church • Mount Clemens, Michigan Official Convention Greeting Music
BM&E Music Team
Introduction of Mission/ Disaster Relief Team
Rev. Robert Smith, Jr., Director Rev. Pattie Dexter Rev. Alton M. Reid, Sr.
Special Offering Appeal
Rev. Robert Smith, Jr.
Music
BM&E Music Team
Introduction of Messenger
Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
MESSAGE REV. DR. HENRY FULLER President, Wolverine Baptist State Convention of Michigan Pastor, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church • Flint, Michigan Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Sam Burgess, Pastor Willow Grove Baptist Church Announcements Benediction 10
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GREETINGS FROM THE LAYMEN’S PRESIDENT
Greetings Beloved, I am incredibly overjoyed to have this opportunity to worship and work with you all another year. As I contemplate over the landscape of our Baptist, Missionary, and Educational State Convention legacy, I thank my God for ever remembrance of the great strides we have made together as a body of baptized believers. We have stepped into our 70th year as a convention. The Lord God has brought us from a mighty long way. I recount and recall the days of my youth here in this convention where there was a great focus on biblical integrity, biblical manhood, and biblical servant hood. As a boy, I was captured by the structure and the sincerity of the saints. There was an overwhelming willingness to build morale and momentum with one mutual agenda, the Kingdom of God. Our laymen have continued to seek after the maturation of men in the local churches. We have taken much pride in accepting every man, giving him the spiritual and secular tools to succeed and launching him back into his local assembly, edified and ready to lead with dignity, strength, and capacity. The opportunity for Kingdom building has not expired. We are still here to make a difference. It is with these words that I welcome you to the 70th Annual Session of the B. M. & E. State Convention of Michigan. Onward Christian soldiers Marching as to war With the cross of Jesus Going on before Christ the royal master Leads against the foe Forward into battle See His banners go! With Men in Mind,
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LAYMEN’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY
DEACON ROBERT E. KELLEY, PRESIDENT Vice President At-Large
Brother Monte V. Marable
1st Vice President
Brother Ray Nelson
2nd Vice President
Brother Marlon Nabors
Secretary
Brother Joe Goston
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LAYMEN’S MINISTRY SERVICE Monday, August 7, 2017 6:45 pm Deacon Monte V. Marable, Presiding
PRESIDENT KELLEY’S PROCESSIONAL Opening Song
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson
Invocation
Deacon Earl Grandberry Immediate Past President
Welcome
Deacon Wade Rayford
Songs of Praise
Second Canaan Choir
Recognition of Local District, State and National Officers
Brother Marlon Nabors
Songs of Praise
Second Canaan Choir
Introduction of President Kelley
Brother Robert Kelley III
Song of Praise
President Kelley’s Grandchildren
THE PRESIDENT’S SIXTH ANNUAL ADDRESS DEACON ROBERT E. KELLEY Invitation to Discipleship
Rev. Frank J. Harris, Jr., Pastor Second Canaan Baptist Church
Offering
Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn Brother Willie Harrell
Remarks
Deacon Robert Earl Kelley
Remarks & Benediction
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GREETINGS FROM THE ’S PRESIDENT
Greetings beloved in the powerful name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Thank God, He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we could ask or think, for His mighty power operates in us. We take this opportunity to welcome you to the Baptist Missionary & Educational State Convention of Michigan 70th Annual Session. It is our prayer this session will enlighten, encourage, energize and motivate the saints of God to become more effective ambassadors for Christ. Whatever difficulties we face, God has promised us we are more than conquerors. , “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” We extend our appreciation to the host, Pastor Orville Littlejohn and the Messiah Baptist Church Family for their superb and superior hospitality. In addition, we extend our gratitude to all who make up the B. M. & E. State Convention of Michigan. Certainly, acknowledging our powerful and most efficient President, Dr. Wallace R. Mills and each of you for your attendance, prayers, and comion. May God continue to smile on you? Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard
President, BM&E ’s Auxiliary Rev. Dr. John White Jr., Secretary
’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY REV. DR. LEE BERNARD, PRESIDENT
1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Treasurer
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’S MINISTRY SERVICE Tuesday, August 8, 2017 6:45 pm Michael Grier, Brown’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Presiding Praise and Worship
Praise Team
Processional Meditation
John White New Birth Rescue Baptist Church
Musical Selection Purpose
Sterling Brewer King David Baptist Church
Introduction of District s
Demetrius Finley New Truth Baptist Church
Greetings and Recognition of Officers and Visitors
Allen O. Langford Christland Baptist Church
Musical Selection Introduction of President Bernard
Kenneth Brock New Welcome Baptist Church
Musical Selection
THE PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL ADDRESS LEE BERNARD Greater True Vine Baptist Church
Invitation to Discipleship Offering
Charles Boles Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Presentations, Announcements & Benediction (Please remain for the Late Night Service) 16
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LATE NIGHT SERVICE TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2017 9:00 pm Presiding: Rev. Michael Seay Late Night Coordinator, Greater Community Baptist Church Praise & Worship
~~ WORSHIP MESSAGE ~~ REV. ALEX AMBROSE
New Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church Introduction of Preacher MUSIC
~~ THE PREACHED WORD ~~ REV. KENNETH C. PIERCE II
Pastor, Hopewell Baptist Church • Detroit, Michigan The Invitation to Discipleship Co-Pastor Jeremy K. Moseley New Mt. Vernon Baptist Church • Ferndale, Michigan Announcements Benediction 17
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY COVER PAGE
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY PICTURE HIGHLIGHTS
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GREETINGS FROM THE WOMEN’S MINISTRY PRESIDENT
SISTER CYNTHIA PERKINS SMITH Greetings BM&E Family and Friends, It is with a deep sense of humility that I greet you. God has blessed my life through His people, BM&E. It brings me joy to serve you, who I love and I am convinced that you love me too. Thank you for your throughout the years and especially over the past year as I embarked on a new plane of service as National Baptist Convention, USA Inc., Woman’s Auxiliary President. Thank you to all of our guests who are sharing this week with us. I am sure you will be blessed as a result of your coming. The women of BM&E have labored hard this year, yet we have not failed to fellowship with a kindred spirit. We have rejoiced together over celebrations and victories and we have wept for the discomforts of our sisters and families. Pray for us as we continue to do His will and His work, His Way. Thank you pastors for allowing your women to be actively involved in this Women’s Ministry. There is always a need for more workers in the vineyard. We applaud our Unsung Hero and Sheroes honored at the Annual Parade of Roses Scholarship Luncheon and celebrate the 2017 Scholarship Recipients. Grace and mercy unto all of you while we yet serve …
In Sisterly Love,
Sister Smith
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY OFFICIARY Elected and Appointed Servants PRESIDENT
SISTER CYNTHIA P. SMITH
Vice President at Large 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President 3rd Vice President Adjutant and Secretary Financial Secretary
Dr. Nellie H. Williams Sister Joanna Woods Sister Dorothy Hamilton Sister Alene Anderson Sister Paulette Henderson Sister Linda White
Special Assistants
Sisters Linda Allen, Monique Lake Angelique Mills and Ruthie Howton DISTRICTS AND PRESIDENTS
Christian Fellowship District Evangelical District Fellowship District Greater Love District Institutional District Michigan District New Rising Star of Hope District Prospect District United Missions District
Sister Donita Chambers Sister Debra Mills Sister Sallie Hamilton Sister Johnnie Springer Sister Lois Banks Reverend Pattie Dexter Sister Alice Ruth Johnson Sister Tamela Washington Dr. Nellie H. Williams
District Presidents Coordinators
Sister Joanne Matthews and Sister Martha Stamps
DEPARTMENTS AND CHAIRPERSONS Deacon Wives, Deaconess & Widows Sister Glenda Wheeler Minister’s Wives and Widows Sister Geri Hill Moore 21
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY REPRESENTATION Individual ………………………………………….….…… $ 15.00 Officers ………………………………………………….…. $20.00 (Vice Presidents, Other State Officers, District Presidents,
Chairpersons, Local Presidents)
Church Mission Ministry ……………(10 bags)……… $150.00 District Women’s Auxiliary …………(10 bags)……… $150.00 Departments …………………………………………….. $300.00 (Deacon’s Wives, Deaconess and Widows, Minister’s Wives and Widows)
UNITY COLORS Tuesday Morning: Wednesday Night: Thursday Morning: Thursday Night:
Shades of Pink White with District Colors Shades of Green Black or Navy with Pearls
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY OUR SISTERHOOD CREED
“YOU ARE MY SISTER” I WILL STAND WITH YOU EYE TO EYE I will stand with you eye to eye, because we are going to need to look at each other. We will need to stand eye to eye for various projects, programs and tasks that we must undertake. We are going to have to look away from pettiness and childish attitudes. Yes! We will have to see each other eye to eye. I WILL STAND WITH YOU EAR TO EAR I will stand with you ear to ear because you will need someone who will listen to you. I am going to listen to you. I am going to hear you, too. I am going to celebrate your joys and your triumphs. I am going to explore your thoughts and your ideas. I am going to be willing to change my ways because we talked about certain issues. Yes! I will hear you and lend my ear. I WILL STAND WITH YOU SHOULDER TO SHOULDER I realize that I am going to need you to prop me up on every leaning side. I am going to need you to be there for me in the good times and in the hard times. Yes! I will also you shoulder to shoulder. I WILL STAND WITH YOU TOE TO TOE I will stand with you toe to toe, because there may be times when I may not agree with you. I am not going to disagree with you, just to be disagreeable, but I will stand with you toe to toe. Toe to toe because there are some rough days ahead, toe to toe because there are some tough issues to be dealt with. Yes! I will stand with you on those issues, steadfast as we move forward, in unity and in love. I WILL STAND WITH YOU BACK TO BACK I will stand with you back to back because you don’t have eyes in the back of your head. You can’t watch behind your back. I am going to be the eyes in the back of your head. Yes! I am going to look out for you when you can’t look out for yourself. YOU ARE MY SISTER! 23
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Tuesday, August 8, 2017 Sister Cynthia P. Smith, Presiding 9:00 am
Registration
10:00 am
Praise and Worship Sister Beverli Greenleaf, Leader Sisters Celeste Davis, Ann Jackson, Lillie Lyles Ministers Brenda Jackson, Ann Marie Juwah, Sherline Smith
~~ THE WORSHIP MESSAGE ~~ REV. MARLENE BOWMAN Messiah Baptist Church Worship/Missionary Offering ~ Ushers 10:30 am
Formal Opening - Sister Cynthia P. Smith, President Greetings from Messiah Baptist - Sister Sonya Fuquay, Mission Ministry
10:35 am
Memorial Period Vice Presidents: Dr. Nellie Williams, Sister Joanna Woods, Sister Dorothy Hamilton, Sister Alene Anderson
10:50 am
Business Period Introduction of Newly Elected Local and District Presidents Sister Sallie Hamilton, Vice President Registration Information Information: National Baptist Convention U.S.A., Inc., Woman’s Auxiliary
11:00 am
Christian Education Hour Sister Bernadine Hoston, Director Music - Sister Celeste Davis (Please remain for the Usher’s Presidential Address from Sister Evelyn Smith) 24
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Wednesday, August 9, 2017 – 6:45 pm Vice President at Large, Dr. Nellie H. Williams, Presiding Inspirational Singing
New Bethel Baptist Church Choir
PRESIDENT’S PROCESSIONAL (President escorted by Grandson, Joshua) Invocation through Song
BM&E State Choir, Brother Bill Moss, Jr., Director
Greetings
Sister Angela Jackson, Michigan District
Acknowledgement of Districts
Dean Dorothy Hamilton, 2nd Vice President
Acknowledgement of Guests
Sister Joanna Woods, 1st Vice President Sister Monique Lake, Prospect District Women
Selection
BM&E State Choir, Brother Bill Moss, Jr., Director
Felicitations
Sister Sharon Floyd, President, Women’s Auxiliary, Wolverine State Missionary Baptist Convention BM&E Ministry Leaders: Sister Sonya Bell, Sister Evelyn Smith, Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard, Sister Yvonne Pitts, Deacon Robert Earl Kelley, Congress President, Rev. Damon M. Moseley Convention President, Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr.
THE LOVE OFFERING Rev. Dr. Homer Jamison, Immediate Past President and Rev. Dr. Tellis J. Chapman, Past President PRESENTATIONS Voice
Sis. Atiaya Whitehead, New Bethel Baptist Church
Presentation of The President
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson, Pastor, Greater Burnette Baptist Church
~~ SIXTH PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS ~~ SISTER CYNTHIA PERKINS SMITH New Bethel Baptist Church The Invitation to Discipleship Rev. Eddie Patterson, , United Missions District Announcements Closing Remarks & Benediction Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr., President, BM&E State Convention ~President Smith’s Reception Follows In Fellowship Hall~ 25
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WOMEN’S MINISTRY Thursday, August 10, 2017 1st Vice President, Sister Joanna Woods, Presiding 9:30 am
Registration
10:00 am
Praise and Worship Sister Beverli Greenleaf, Leader Sisters Celeste Davis, Ann Jackson, Lillie Lyles Ministers Brenda Jackson, Ann Marie Juwah, Sherline Smith Worship/Missionary Offering ~ Ushers Greetings – Dr. Leola Ramsey, Past President, Christian Fellowship District Women’s Ministry
10:30 am
Department Reports and Presentations Deacons Wives, Deaconess and Widows ~ Sister Glenda Wheeler, Chairperson Minister’s Wives and Widows ~ Sister Geri Hill Moore, Chairperson
11:25 am
Christian Education In Action with Sister Bernadine Hoston, Director Music – Dr. Nellie H. Williams, Vice President At-Large
~~THE NOON MESSAGE~~ REV. DR. E.L. BRANCH Pastor, Third New Hope Baptist Church Past President, BM&E State Convention The Invitation to Discipleship Worship Through Giving Announcements ~ Adjournment ~ Lunch 26
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NURSES MINISTRY COVER
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PRESIDENT MILLS COVER PAGE
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THE PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS Thursday, August 10, 2017 6:45 pm Vice President At-Large, Rev. Orville K. Littlejohn, Presiding Music
BM&E State Convention Choir THE PROCESSIONAL Officers, Convention Leaders, s, Pastors and Special Guests
Invocation
Rev. Dr. Larry Smith New St. Mark Baptist Church
Official Greeting and Recognition of Special Guests
Rev. R. Patrick Johnson General Secretary
SALUTATIONS To Be Indicated By Vice President At-Large Music
BM&E State Convention Choir
Introduction of President
Rev. Dr. Lawrence C. Glass, Jr. First Vice President
~~ THE INAUGURAL PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS ~~ REV. DR. WALLACE R. MILLS, JR. New Ebenezer Baptist Church
THE INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP THE OFFERTORY AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS REMARKS AND ADJOURNMENT
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USHERS MINISTRY COVER
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USHER’S MINISTRY SERVICE Tuesday, August 8, 2017 12 NOON Sister Eloise Morris, Presiding
Devotion Recognition of Officers
Sister Shirley Sorrell
History of Ushering
Sister Elaine Knight
Words of Encouragement
Sister Monica L.H. Van Buren
Introduction of President Smith
Sister Patricia Broadnax
Solo
Sister Grace Summer
~~ THE PRESIDENT’S INAUGURAL ADDRESS ~~ SISTER EVELYN SMITH Mt. Hebron Baptist Church Offering
Rev. Sampson Matthews Rev. R. Patrick Johnson
Benediction
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YOUNG & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY COVER
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GREETINGS FROM THE YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY PRESIDENT MISSION STATEMENT “The mission of the BM&E State Convention of Michigan Youth Auxiliary is to reinforce the foundation for the continued spiritual development of its youth to live Christ-centered lives by equipping them with the tools necessary to connect with God, their parents, their peers and the world.” GREETINGS!! It has been a rewarding privilege to serve as President of the B. M. & E. Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary for the past eleven years! Since accepting the mantle of leadership for this dynamic group of children, youth, young adults and co-laborers, we have experienced several firsts, which include, but are not limited to: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
World-Day-of-Prayer prayer breakfast entitled “Holy Hook-Up”. Creation of the Young Adult Ministry 200-Voice Children’s Concert Media Arts & Social Media Ministry State oratorical competitions and oratorical preparatory workshops. Welcome Reception at the National Baptist Congress for our youth and young adult delegates. College Ministry hosting college tours, developing student guides and sponsoring “themed” college workshops. Received 2nd place trophy at a Midwest Regional Youth Conference for highest attendance. Annual Back-to-School Rally & Skating party distributing schools supplies to over 400 youth. Annual “Day-at-Comerica Park” hosting 400 young people at a Detroit Tigers Baseball game each year. Annual Lock-In at the YMCA Annual Ministry Days for Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries National Baptist Congress IRock Service
This robust list of “firsts” complements the existing work and accomplishments of the Youth/Young Adult Auxiliary. We continue to be on the forefront of relevant programming for Christian youth and young adults meeting standards of excellence. I am proud of our accomplishments. They have been monumental and momentous!! I am thankful and excited to be a catalyst for change and renewal. Special thanks are extended to Presidents Chapman, Jamison and Mills for their extraordinary leadership. I also extend thanks to my Pastor, Rev. Robert Smith, Jr. for his and to all of the Pastors of this great convention for ing this auxiliary with your financial contributions and trusting me with your youth and young adults. I am exceptionally thankful for my co-laborers, the Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary staff. They have worked untiringly throughout the years with me on this spiritual excursion leading our youth and young adults toward the prize of the High calling. As I leave this post, but not the children, youth and young adults of BME, I pray that this auxiliary will continue to be full of God’s transforming presence and will shape this world as a generation of believers with a ion for Jesus Christ! For it was my goal to develop a generation of youth and young adults who are equipped with tools to witness and minister to this generation and generations to come. Thank you for this opportunity to serve! I will forever love and cherish my memories as President of BME’s Youth and Young Adult Auxiliary. May the blessings of our Lord and Savior be upon you.
In Christ’s Service,
Yvonne Pitts 33
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY OFFICIARY SISTER YVONNE PITTS, INTERIM PRESIDENT Executive Assistants
Sister Marlena Taylor Min. David Suggs, Jr.
Advisor
Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Jr.
istration & Finance Chairperson
Sister Hattie Knox
Finance & Denomination Liaison
Sister Elaine Jones
Children’s Ministry Leaders
Sister Eboni Murray & Sister Minuwawa Whitehead
Youth Ministry Leader Assistant to Youth Ministry
Rev. Ernest P. Wicks
Young Adult Ministry Leader
Rev. James C. Hayes
Sacred Arts Ministry Leader Oratorical Ministry Leader
Brother Bernard Carter Sister Marla Larkin
Curriculum Ministry Leader
Rev. R. Janae Pitts-Murdock
Evangelism Ministry Leader
Rev. Peggie Nichols
Life Skills Ministry Leader
Sister Marlena Taylor
College Bound Ministry Leader
Sister Michelle Finley
Fresh Start Ministry Leader
Sister Sierra Kelly
Volunteer Ministry Leader
Sister Hattie Knox
Mission Ministry Leader
Rev. Jeremy K. Moseley
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY VENUE
Theme: “SOCIAL SECURITY” (Romans 12:1-3) MONDAY, AUGUST 7 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2017
5:30 – 7:00 pm 7:00 – 7:10 pm 7:10 – 8:30 pm
Workshops/Discussion Groups/Activities Break Ministry Training
WORKSHOPS AND DISCUSSION GROUPS
Ages 4 – 9
Primary & Children
Minuwawa Whitehead
Ages 10 – 17
Children/Youth
Various Leaders Monday: Social Security Tuesday: Money Matters Wednesday: College Fair Thursday: Career Day
Ages 18 – 35
Young Adults
Rev. James C. Hayes
Dance: Mime: Choir: 5:45 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm
MINISTRY TRAINING
Sister Eboni Murray TBA Brother Bernard Carter & Brother Rondall Murray FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2017
Ministry Preparation Line-Up Youth and Young Adult Explosion Annual Address: Sister Yvonne Pitts Youth & Young Adult President 35
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT EXPLOSION Friday, August 11, 2017 6:45 pm Min. David Suggs, Peace and Goodwill Baptist Church, Presiding Call to Worship Scripture Prayer Praise and Worship
Youth & Young Adult Praise Team
Greetings Felicitations
Sis. Cynthia P. Smith, President, Woman’s Auxiliary, NBCUSA, Inc. Sis. Jasmine Rogers, Pres., Midwest Region Sr. Red Circle Sis. Madalyn Dansby, Youth Director, Wolverine Baptist Convention Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Michigan Baptist District Association
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
BM&E Children’s Presentation Interpretive Dance
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Dancers OFFERTORY PERIOD
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
Introduction of President Pitts
Sister Marlena Taylor
Song of Praise
BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir
~~ THE PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL ADDRESS ~~ SISTER YVONNE PITTS New Bethel Baptist Church Call to Discipleship & Altar Call Introduction of 2018 Youth & Young Adult President & Cabinet Final Remarks, Close of Annual Session & Benediction 36
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