[19], Mason continued to travel across the nation preaching and establishing COGIC churches. In April 2018, Bishop Blake led COGIC in partnership with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. in Memphis to continue to struggle for civil rights in the 21st Century. Patterson, the nephew of the above-mentioned Bishop J.O. She organized the sewing circle and after meeting Elder Searcy, she encouraged the women to support mission work through the Home and Foreign Mission bands. Supervisor Irene Oakley#, pastor, supervisor, bishop's wife, Mother Louise Patterson, evangelist, former first lady and wife of G.E. Green. The current leader of the International Music Department is recording artist Dr. Myron Williams, succeeding Dr. Judith Christie McAllister of Los Angeles, California, who is also a praise and worship national recording artist. ", Elder Carter said that such public rebuke and condemnation were unwarranted, as he was not given a chance to say why he had made such statements. Dr. Mattie McGlothen (19751994) the fourth General Supervisor, was a tremendous organizer with great impact on the development of the Women's Department. B. McEwen made conflicting administrative and executive decisions. Welcome to the Official Church Of God In Christ, Inc Online Store Dismiss. [23][24] After Mason's death, in accordance with the 1952 church constitution, the control of the church reverted to the COGIC Board of Bishops. The COGIC constitution at the time did not identify a clear successor or the authority of the executive board after Mason's death. The international headquarters is in Memphis, Tennessee. In 1918, COGIC opened its first institution of higher learning, the Saints Industrial and Literary School in Lexington, Mississippi, for both girls and boys. The COGIC emphasized the use of the choir as an integral part of the worship experience. Today COGIC operates the All Saints Bible College in Memphis, the C. H. Mason system of bible colleges, and the C. H. Mason Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. He believed that the name, taken from 1 Thessalonians 2:14, was divinely revealed and biblically inspired. National officers of the church are chosen at the general assembly every four years unless special elections are warranted. Mother Jennie Bell Dancy Jones of Arkansas became the first National Field Representative under Bishop Patrick. It has nine members, elected by the general assembly, including three bishops, three elders, and three lay members. COGIC teaches the deity of Jesus Christ, his virgin birth, sinless life, physical death, burial, resurrection, ascension and visible return to the earth. We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling a Christian is enabled to live a holy and separated life in the present world. Furthermore, the new constitution created the office of the presiding bishop and a general board of twelve bishops and defined their responsibilities. Protestant doctrinal debates about Calvinism and Wesleyan Perfectionism affected how even local African-American Baptist pastors responded to new Christian movements at the time. Washington, Bishop Chandler D. Owens, Bishop Brandon B. Porter, and Bishop J. She also established a musical program. All officers are elected by the General Assembly. All charges against a Pastor or a local Church must be filed with the General Secretary, and the Jurisdictional Secretary. They disagreed in having an electoral process to select the presiding bishop.[28]. We believe that the Baptism of the Holy Ghost, according to Acts 2:4, is given to believers who ask for it. G. E. Patterson established the Temple of Deliverance, the Cathedral of Bountiful Blessing which grew to become the largest Pentecostal church in Memphis with over 14,000 members. COGIC is a conservative denomination. He also served as the Presiding Prelate of the New Jersey Garden State Jurisdiction and the Central Georgia Jurisdiction. These auxiliaries are found in nearly every church, district, and jurisdiction within COGIC and function to support the holistic approach that COGIC has toward ministry within the church and the larger community that COGIC congregations serve. COGIC believes, though, that even then in the case of saving the life of the mother, that abortion should still only be considered as a last resort, if all other options to help the mother and the unborn fetus have been thoroughly exhausted. It was destroyed by fire in 1936. Humanity can only be restored through salvation offered only through Jesus Christ. Today COGIC has more than 12,000 churches, and several schools, missions, and medical clinics in more than eighty nations, including every inhabited continent. [12] Mason stayed in Los Angeles for five weeks and his visit to the Azusa Street Revival changed the direction of the newly formed holiness church. Nigeria alone has 19 bishops and more than 2000 churches. There was the creation of the Sunday School Field Representative. Patterson, Evangelist Joyce L Rodgers#, Jurisdictional Supervisor, Former Chairlady of Youth Dept., international evangelist, Dr. Lytia R. Howard, Emeritus, President of the Sunshine Band, COGIC Pastor, Mother Leatha Herndon Chapman Tucker#, church organizer, national evangelist, Mother Elizabeth White#, foreign missionary, Dr. Rita Womack, national evangelist, former Elect Lady, Mother Willa Mary Collins#, founding First Lady of Holy Trinity Church of God in Christ in Evansville, Indiana. Sister Church Support Ministry a church in the USA giving support to a church on the mission field. "[90] This excerpt of Elder Carter's sermon went viral throughout social media and was picked up by major television news broadcasts. For a brief period of time, the YPWW Congress was combined with the Sunday School Congress in a joint convention until 1951. Bishop Mason taught COGIC members against going to war, but more so he was against African-American men being called to fight a war overseas for freedom and then coming home and being treated as second-class citizens and being lynched, even in their uniforms, because of racism. For the Anabaptist denomination, see, The official seal of the COGIC features a sheaf of wheat representing the members of the COGIC. Together they traveled across the country proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The general assembly elects a 12-person general board (presidium) every four years from the college of bishops, who serve functionally as apostles of the church. He was elected as the denomination's leader on March 27, 2021. Owens outlined a progressive plan to position the COGIC for ministry in the twenty-first century, known as "Vision 2000 and Beyond." The Holy Spirit is the agent that equips, empowers, leads, and guides the church until the return of Christ. This convention brings thousands of COGIC members representing all the major departments including Sunday School, Missions, Evangelism, Music, and Youth together in July and meets in cities around the U.S. In 1984 and 1988 respectively, Rev. COGIC teaches that because God uses conception through and after sexual reproduction and intercourse to create human life, that willfully aborting a human fetus is contrary to God's Word and Christian ethics, and it is considered to be a sin against God and the Bible within the denomination. The Church may search and As African Americans migrated north and west to industrial cities during the Great Migration, he began to establish COGIC churches in the north and, especially after 1940, in the west. [6], In June 1896, Jones held a Holiness convention at Mt. According to the Church of God in Christ's official website, the role of the General Board, comprised of 12 bishops, is to establish and execute policies for the COGIC membership, as well as . Missions work in COGIC began under Elder Searcy in 1925. The church believes that women are gifted and called to ministry; it does not, however, officially ordain women to the office of elder, pastor, or bishop. The Church of God in Christ (COGIC) is a Holiness - Pentecostal Christian denomination, [1] [2] with a predominantly African-American membership. She was greatly interested in the building of Mason Temple and she kept her national building fund drives functioning until she knew the building was ready for dedication. Rev. Divorce is considered inconsistent with biblical teachings and is highly discouraged as well, but exceptions are made for special circumstances. In 1915, after years of court litigation over the name of the organization and use of the name "Church of God in Christ" by the two groups; Mason's group was granted the use of the name and Jones's group organized a legally chartered Holiness body called the Church of Christ (Holiness) U.S.A.[14], After moving to Memphis, Tennessee, Bishop Mason established a local congregation called Temple COGIC. Mason was given authority to lead the new denomination. They are tasked with the day to day operation of the Church of God in Christ. Mason was influenced by the testimony of the African-American Methodist evangelist Amanda Berry Smith, one of the most widely respected African-American holiness evangelists of the nineteenth century. They unanimously chose C.H. Vice Chairman of the Board of Bishops Bishop Roger L. Jones. According to Alex Haley, "He and his wife then received bomb threats at home and at church." It ultimately ended by 1930, when the Depression set in. The racial climate in the post WWI years, when there was high competition for jobs and housing and violent unrest in many cities in 1919, would not sustain this relationship. Throughout the dispute, Elder Carter made allegations against Bishop Blake for impropriety, sexual misconduct, and abuse of power as presiding bishop. We believe that there is One God, eternally existent in three persons, God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. The men selected to lead the Church were chosen by God and the membership of the Church Of God In Christ. COGIC Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake issued a public apology, saying "I apologize for what seemed to be a harsh, uncompassionate, disrespectful spirit on the part of that speaker. Bishop Lawrence M. Wooten Second Assistant Presiding Bishop (2021present) and board member (2012present). Assistant Financial Secretary Bishop David A. Sanders. The general assembly meets biannually each year in April and November while the presidium acts as the executive branch of the church, overseeing the day-to-day operation when the general assembly is not in session. [29] The spread of COGIC was due largely to the efforts of its evangelists through crusades and revivals. During the 1940s and 50s, Bishop Mason often invited the white elected officials of the city of Memphis to the International Holy Convocation on Civic Night. [61] Finally, she changed the visible presence of women in ministry with the introduction of the ministry "habit". Mother Rivers also began the "49 and Under" to enlist and focus the younger women of COGIC to remain committed to the doctrine and teachings of the church. Southern California Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. Bishop Blake said, "The Church of God in Christ does not compromise its stance against homosexuality as the Word of God condemns it as sin, but "this preacher's" (referring to Earl Carter) comments were unacceptably offensive and uncalled for, and will not be tolerated by the Church of God in Christ or its leadership. The Office of the Jurisdictional Secretary is responsible for maintaining accurate and detailed records of administrative, ecclesiastical, and civil operations of the Michigan Southwest Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. Elder Carter called for a Church trial before the COGIC General Assembly and Judicial Board according to the Constitution of the COGIC. The current president of the Missions Department is Bishop Vincent Mathews Jr. of South Africa. Office of the General Secretary Office of the General Secretary Church Of God In Christ | Memphis TN She established new auxiliaries including the International Hospitality Unit, the Educational and Bishop's Wives Scholarship funds, WE-12 and Lavender Ladies. The most notable rift occurred in 1969, when fourteen bishops met in Evanston, Illinois, to form the Church of God in Christ, International. Today however, many church mothers have been reserved to titular positions as many pastor's wives have assumed the role of leader of women's ministries in local congregations. The General Board of the Church of God in Christ, Inc (COGIC) is responsible for establishing and executing policies for the membership, as well as sustaining and perpetuating spiritual order within the Church. However, the General Assembly vested authority in the executive board composed of the seven bishops selected by Bishop Mason before his death. [39], COGIC is a trinitarian Holiness Pentecostal denomination. [58], Her successor, Lillian Brooks Coffey (19451964) was the organizer of the Women's International Convention to support the work of foreign missionaries. The General Secretary is the official keeper of the COGIC seal, Registered Agent for the Church and signatory on all official documents. As has been stated, COGIC does not ordain women as elder or bishop, however, COGIC would not have become the largest predominately African-American Pentecostal church in the world, nor have the largest Women's convention of any major denomination without the contributions of women. In the 1920s, Arizona Dranes, a blind Evangelist Missionary became one of the first gospel artists to bring the musical styles of COGIC to the public in her records for Okeh and performances. They were given the authority through a "gentlemen's agreement" to license ministers and establish churches under the COGIC name. As a result, many local congregations, foreign missions, and schools were established through the leadership and efforts of women in COGIC. It is one of the largest gathering of Christian women from any major denomination and religious organization. Secretary General. She is the longest serving president of the International Music Department and her influence and legacy have been indelible and are recognized around the world. [27], Several bishops disagreed with the new organizational structure; they severed ties with COGIC to start their own organizations. COGIC clergy are also allowed to be married. The first convention was held in Los Angeles, California, in 1951. Bishop Sedgwick Daniels Board member (2008present). She revolutionized and reorganized the music ministry to become a leading department in the church. Jones Sr. was elected Senior Bishop by the General Assembly. Chairlady, International Youth Department Evangelist Vandalyn Kennedy. Nurses Aid Ministry nurses taking their skills to the mission field. The General Board received a summation of the actions of the National Board of Trustees and updates on national properties since November 2018. He gave the eulogy for Till at Robert's Temple COGIC in 1955. Bishop Jones was the only living bishop of the five original bishops consecrated by Bishop Mason. Not everyone in the church were willing to accept "speaking in tongues" as the initial evidence of baptism of the Holy Ghost. General Secretary Church of God in Christ, Inc. 930 Mason Street Memphis, Tennessee 38126 To file charges against a bishop, send the grievance to; The Chairman of the Board of Bishops, the Chairman of the Board of Bishops Grievance Committee, and the General Secretary Bishop Lyle. The Ecclesiastical Jurisdictional Pastors and Elders Council is the gate way to the COGIC Judicial system. In 1968, COGIC established the C.H. Then in 1946, the YPWW Department was combined with the Sunday School Department for joint conventions until 1951 when they were separated once again. Coffey was a child convert to COGIC under the preaching of Bishop Mason, and was influential in organizing many of the auxiliaries, bands, and units that exist within the COGIC Women's Department. forgot password WARNING!!! Well-known gospel musicians with COGIC roots include; Andrae Crouch and Sandra Crouch, Walter Hawkins and Edwin Hawkins, Tramaine Hawkins, Rubenstein McClure, Yvette Flunder, Sara Jordan Powell, Daryl Coley, BeBe and CeCe Winans, The Winans, "Detroit" Gary Wiggins, John P. Kee, The O'Neal Twins, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Rance Allen, Rev. [55], A 2014 statistical study from the Pew Research Center Forum on Religion & Public Life, reported that most members of COGIC usually got married between the ages of 25 and 30, and that over 42% of COGIC members between the ages of 25 and 65+ were married, at least 19% were divorced or separated, 32% were never married, and at least 5% were widowed. On June 5, 1951, he selected Bishop A. It can be spoken of as the individual and the collective, physical and spiritual. COGIC teaches that according to the Word of God, there will be final events and conditions that address the end of this present age of the world. Bishop Joel H. Lyle Jr. General Secretary Church of God in Christ, Inc. 930 Mason Street Memphis, Tennessee 38126 As a result, an ongoing dispute between Elder Carter and Bishop Blake continued without resolution. We hope you enjoy learning more about the Church leadership and the important role they have in leading God's people. These events include physical death, the intermediate state, bodily resurrection, the Second Coming of Christ, the Great Tribulation, the Battle of Armageddon, the Millennial Reign, the Final Judgment, the future of the wicked in hell, and life for the redeemed in heaven.[48]. His pastor and mentor was Bishop F. D. Washington of Brooklyn, NY. Pastor Dennis Martin and Superintendent Willie James Campbell succeeded Bishop White as presidents. Each department convened its own convention in various cities through 1975. Secretary of the National Judiciary Board Attorney Peter Davis. She was the Jurisdictional Supervisor of Women for California Northern First Jurisdiction. He called for an annual gathering of COGIC members, known as the "International Holy Convocation", to be held in Memphis. Mason sent ministers and evangelists to cities and urban areas outside the South, including William Roberts (Chicago), O. M. Kelly (New York), O. T. Jones Sr. (Philadelphia), E. R. Driver (Los Angeles), and Samuel Kelsey (Washington, D.C.) From these major cities, COGIC spread throughout the country. Drew Sheard who was elected in 2021. Bishop Patterson was the second youngest person to ever be elected Presiding Bishop of COGIC at the age 60 in 2000, second to his uncle, Bishop J. O. Patterson Sr. who was 56 when he was elected Presiding Bishop in 1968. Mallory retired in 1976 after fifty years of service; and she had a national reputation. Today thousands of COGIC women when ministering the gospel or serving in official capacities are seen in their civic (black) or ceremonial (white) habits. Bishop Charles H. McClelland Board member (2021present). Originally, this gathering of the 'Saints' lasted for twenty days, from November 25 to December 14. Welcome to the home page of the General Board of the Church Of God In Christ, Inc. Winbush was selected to serve as the first chairman. During his visit, Mason received the baptism of the Holy Ghost; the evidence was believed to be his "speaking in other tongues", in accordance with the biblical account found in the book of Acts 2:4. COGIC clergy do not officially sanction or recognize same-sex relationships to be united in marriage and the denomination at-large discourages same-sex relationships as unbiblical and immoral. This endorsement allows female chaplains who are serving in the military, working in an institution or jails to perform religious services including funerals and weddings. They are fallen angels who joined Satan in his failed attempt to usurp power in Heaven. In addition to the general board, there is a board of bishops that is composed of all jurisdictional and auxiliary bishops, a national trustee board that is composed of 15 members who are elected for a term of four years, the General Council of Pastors and Elders, which is open to any officially recognized pastor and current credentialed ordained elder in the church. forgot password WARNING!!! Patterson established protocols of worship, policy and practices. [citation needed] Bishop Ford is credited with inviting President Bill Clinton, a personal friend, to speak to the Eighty-Sixth International Holy Convocation on November 13, 1993. [17][16] The organizers of the meeting in Hot Springs had sent invitations only to white ministers to discuss a new movement. After the death of Bishop Mason, he assumed leadership as the Senior Bishop of the Church of God in Christ. The first general secretary of COGIC was Elder William B. Holt, a white minister. As the first elected presiding bishop, Bishop Patterson Sr. established the Charles Harrison Mason Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia. The Church of God in Christ (COGIC) is a HolinessPentecostal Christian denomination,[2][4] and the largest Pentecostal denomination in the United States. He consecrated and appointed more than 100 bishops during his twenty-one years of leadership. The Elders' Council met and organized the first Missions board of the Church of God in Christ. They were given the authority through a "gentlemen's agreement" to license ministers and establish churches under the COGIC name. Known for the achievements of her students and school alumni, she had also served during these years, by invitation and appointment, on national federal commissions and with noted African-American women's groups. law enforcement and other purposes. [60] Units added during her tenure as general supervisor were the: business and Professional Women's Federation, Rescue Squad, Sunday School Representatives Unit, United Sisters of Charity, National Secretaries Unit, and the Jr. Missionaries. The General Secretary. Thereafter, missionaries were sent to Africa and the islands of the Caribbean, Asia, and elsewhere. Bishop Mason was opposed to the ordination of women to formal ministry, but in 1911 created an autonomous department to promote the ministry of women in the church. African-American parents sent their children to this school from across the United States, especially those who had grown up in Mississippi and knew its reputation. The rope that holds the shaft together represents Charles Harrison Mason, COGIC's founding father. Lizzie Woods Robinson (19111945) was the first "General Mother" of the church. Owens continued to serve as a jurisdictional bishop and member of the General Board until his death in 2011. COGIC Bishop Alvin A. Childs of the Faith Temple Church of God in Christ (later renamed Child's Memorial in his honor) was the clergyman who finally opened his doors. Patterson Sr., the five major departments of COGIC were united under an umbrella convention known as UNAC-5 (United National Auxiliary Convention). B. McEwen was elected chairman of the executive board, and O.T. He was able to bridge denominational barriers and encourage non-COGIC ministries to work collboratively with the COGIC denomination. 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