by Brenda Capen | Aug 23, 2017 | From the Bishop
As I reflected on my first Annual Conference, the only words I could utter were “Look at God!” The Spirit of the Lord was moving and electrifying all over the convention center as I witnessed people engaged in conversations, smiles, hugs and anticipation as we began...
by Brenda Capen | Jul 8, 2017 | From the Bishop
By the time this Advocate is distributed, I will have completed my 16th (32 sessions total) Bishop’s Chat and Chew listening session in the annual conference. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the host churches for providing excellent meals and...
by Brenda Capen | May 5, 2017 | From the Bishop
Communications is at the very heart of what we do; it is how we carry out ministry. Communication is also integral in maintaining the connectional aspect of our denomination that links local churches to our global church. To this end, I am writing to convey the...
by Brenda Capen | Apr 5, 2017 | From the Bishop
March 1, 2017 began the season of “Lent.” Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word “lencten” which means “spring.” This season is a 40-day period — not counting Sundays — which began on (Mar. 1) and ends on Holy Saturday (Apr. 15). Lent is a period of repentance and...
by Brenda Capen | Mar 23, 2017 | From the Bishop
On January 10-12, 2017, a delegation of 78 clergy and laity traveled to Atlanta for the 10th Anniversary of the Convocation for Pastors of Black Churches. Interestingly, as the idea to attend unfolded, the number of attendees began to grow before my eyes....
