Church of God in Christ

Evangelist Faithe S. Brooks Adds Title of "Dr." to Her Name as Recipient of Divinity Doctorate

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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DETROIT, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  Following in the footsteps of her cherished father, Bishop P.A. Brooks, anointed minister Faithe S. Brooks, designated Supervisor of the Women's Department of the C.O.G.I.C. Northeast Jurisdiction has been awarded a prestigious Doctorate of Divinity from the Christian Bible Institute & Seminary (CBIS). The Suma Cum Laude Theology graduate of Oral Roberts University and the founder and president of Faithe Brooks Ministries, Inc. has been spreading the gospel and her love of God for over four decades. Working tirelessly to spread His Word and bless millions of people worldwide, her selfless efforts have touched the lives of countless individuals and families domestically and abroad.

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  • Brooks, anointed minister Faithe S. Brooks, designated Supervisor of the Women's Department of the C.O.G.I.C.
  • Northeast Jurisdiction has been awarded a prestigious Doctorate of Divinity from the Christian Bible Institute & Seminary (CBIS).
  • Before his transition in April 2020, Faithe worked tirelessly beside her father, an unquestionable icon of the faith community.
  • On earning this achievement, Dr. Faithe S. Brooks states, "Earning my doctorate is one of the most joyous events.

The Gift of Black Theological Education & Black Church Collaborative

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Monday, April 5, 2021
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The Gift of Black Theological Education and Black Church Collaborative, a unique movement of historic Black schools and denominations, is bringing together congregations across America and experts to address the issues.

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  • The Gift of Black Theological Education and Black Church Collaborative, a unique movement of historic Black schools and denominations, is bringing together congregations across America and experts to address the issues.
  • In April, the Gift Collaborative is hosting a series of five free Zoom presentations exploring the issues surrounding health disparities as well as finding positive solutions.
  • The Collaborative intends to inform a new generation of leaders engaged in building new pathways forward in America.
  • The denominations participating in the collaborative include: The African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME), the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (AMEZ), Baptist General Convention of Virginia, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (CME), Church of God in Christ (COGIC), General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina Baptist, and the United Methodist Church.

The Gift Collaborative series continues with presentation on the Black Church

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Friday, February 12, 2021
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WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gift of Black Theological Education & Black Church Collaborative continues a series of free Zoom events on Tuesday, Feb. 16, with Dr. Alton B. Pollard III, president of Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, speaking on "The Cries of Our People: A Social Justice History of the Black Church."

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gift of Black Theological Education & Black Church Collaborative continues a series of free Zoom events on Tuesday, Feb. 16, with Dr. Alton B. Pollard III, president of Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, speaking on "The Cries of Our People: A Social Justice History of the Black Church."
  • His presentation earlier this month drew people from across North America.
  • Kinney will present over three sessions on "The Convergence of the Black Church."
  • The denominations participating in the collaborative include: The African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME), the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (AMEZ), Baptist General Convention of Virginia, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (CME), Church of God in Christ (COGIC), General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina Baptist, and the United Methodist Church.

I.M.F.C.: Religions Are 'Essential Services'

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Monday, May 25, 2020
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CDC offers general considerations to help communities of faith discern how best to practice their beliefs while keeping their staff and congregations safe.

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  • CDC offers general considerations to help communities of faith discern how best to practice their beliefs while keeping their staff and congregations safe.
  • "The role we play as houses of worship in times of crisis cannot be underestimated."
  • Congregations such as Agape Church of Los Angeles , West Angeles Church of God In Christ , City of Refuge & Crenshaw Christian Center ."
  • Our congregations need our help now and we must provide that help safely to care for body and soul," said Bishop Worsham.

Celebrated Pastor Bishop J. Drew Sheard Continues Community-Service Outreach Efforts and Spiritual Work in Greater Detroit Area

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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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DETROIT, Oct. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Senior pastor of the Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ (GEI http://www.geicogic.org/ ), Bishop J.

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  • DETROIT, Oct. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Senior pastor of the Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ (GEI http://www.geicogic.org/ ), Bishop J.
  • Drew Sheard recently reinvigorated his ongoing 30-year commitment to community outreach and spreading the word of Christ.
  • GEI is an ever-growing megachurch that provides solace and succor to spiritual seekers, while instituting a wide range of community outreach programs for the greater Detroit area.
  • In addition, Bishop Sheard helped distribute fully stocked personal hygiene kits to both at-need and homeless individuals.

Bishop Don Shelby Jr. Devotes Himself to Spreading Word of God: Motivates Millions Around the Country with Selfless Acts

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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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In addition, Bishop Shelby helped distribute fully stocked personal hygiene kits to multiple women's shelters in and around the city of Detroit.

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  • In addition, Bishop Shelby helped distribute fully stocked personal hygiene kits to multiple women's shelters in and around the city of Detroit.
  • The COGIC event serves as a catalyst for positive change for various at-need populations in America's cities.
  • From an early age, Bishop Shelby devoted himself to helping others and being a shoulder people could lean on.
  • Later expanding again in 2014 to Pontiac, Michigan, Bishop Shelby was equipped to help even more people in the Ann Arbor-Detroit region.

Bishop Michael Blue to Host Free Conference in South Carolina Featuring Bishop T.D. Jakes

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018
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On Saturday, attendees will have the opportunity to see and hear Bishop Jakes live during the main session, which is free and open to the public.

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  • On Saturday, attendees will have the opportunity to see and hear Bishop Jakes live during the main session, which is free and open to the public.
  • Also, Jakes will be featured in an Empowerment Luncheon that will be held immediately after the Conference session (For details, go to ccfmnation.org).
  • Other speakers include Evangelist Joyce Rodgers international evangelist of The Church of God In Christ (COGIC); Bishop Joseph Walker, Presiding Bishop of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship, and Bishop Michael Blue, host and presiding prelate.
  • "CCFM Conference 2018 is designed to offer something for the entire family and for the entire individual," says Bishop Blue.