The 28th National Convocation, held July 11-14 in Greensboro, NC, proved to be a profoundly enriching experience for members of the Oklahoma Region in attendance, including members of In the Spirit Christian Church (Tulsa), Shepherd Street Christian Church (Chickasha), and Wildewood Christian Church (Oklahoma City).
Oklahoma Disciples not only attended, they also brought vital leadership to the event. Pastor Milton Bowens, serving on the Board of the National Convocation, also hosted the Disciples Men’s Lunch. Pastor Dwayne Rodgers led the Security Team. First Lady Yemaya Rodgers was a Co-Lead on the Finance Team. And Apostle Sharon Cosby led a workshop and represented Green Chalice Ministry.
One standout moment was the installation ceremony for the Rev. Dr. Delesslyn A. Kennebrew as the new Administrative Secretary, marking a significant milestone for the National Convocation. The entire event was characterized by spirited worship services that were refreshing and inspiring for all ages. It included a series of engaging and relevant workshops and ministry breakout sessions that addressed challenges and opportunities facing local congregations and the church at large.
Attendees also enjoyed a thoughtfully guided tour of the Greensboro Civil Rights Museum, which added a meaningful historical perspective to the gathering. And the group from Shepherd Street added even more to their historical experience with a stop in Memphis, TN, to tour the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel.
Fellowship of Black Disciples Clergy Women
The Fellowship of Black Disciples Clergy Women also gathered during National Convocation. Apostle Sharyn Cosby conducted the workshop “Intersection of Environmental Racism, Faith and the Black Church”. It focused on people of faith coming together to learn about advocating for vulnerable communities by examining environmental racism.
Rev. Cosby, minister of In the Spirit Christian Church (Tulsa), presented the Conductor Award to the Rev. Brenda Caldwell.
Several members attended from Shepherd Street Christian Church, Chickasha
Black Disciples Clergy Women Ms. Whitehead, Ms. Spencer, Ms. Kennebrew and Ms. Cosby
Sharyn Cosby presenting the Conductor Award to Rev. Brenda Caldwell
Touring the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel
