PRESIDENTS 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 members 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 2

PARENT BODY Convention Officiary 3
REPRESENTATION FEES 4
CONVENTION HISTORY AND MEMORIAM 5
MUSIC MINISTRY Order of Service 8
PARENT BODY OPENING SESSION Order of Service 10
LAYMENS MINISTRY
Greetings from the Laymens Ministry President 12
Laymens Ministry Officiary 13
Laymens Ministry Presidents Address Order of Service 14

MODERATORS MINISTRY
Greetings from the Moderators Ministry President & Officiary 15
Moderators Ministry Presidents Address Order of Service 16

LATE NIGHT SERVICE Order of Service 17

WOMENS MINISTRY
Womens Ministry Highlights 19
Greetings from the Womens Ministry President 20
Womens Ministry Officiary 21
Womens Ministry Representation and Unity Colors 22
Womens Ministry Sisterhood Creed 23
Womens Ministry Opening Session 24
Womens Ministry Presidents Address Order of Service 25
Womens Ministry Closing Session Order of Service 26

NURSES MINISTRY 27

CONVENTION PRESIDENTS ANNUAL ADDRESS ORDER OF SERVICE 29

USHERS MINISTRY 30

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

Greetings from the Youth & Young Adult Ministry President 33
Youth and Young Adult Officiary 34
Youth and Young Adult Ministry Highlights and Schedule 35
Youth and Young Adult Explosion Order of Service 36

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AT-A-GLANCE

Sunday, August 6 5:00 pm Registration located in Fellowship Hall
6:00 pm OPENING MUSICAL BM&E STATE CHOIR
Under the direction of Brother Bill Moss,
Third New Hope Baptist Church

Monday, August 7 during session Registration located in Fellowship Hall

10:00 am OPENING SESSION
Including Introduction of Mission/Disaster Relief Team
5:30 pm Youth and Young Adult
Classes, Trainings & Workshops 2nd Floor
5:45 pm Nurses Seminar 2nd Floor
6:45 pm Laymens Ministry Presidents Address

Tuesday, August 8 during session Registration located in Fellowship Hall

10:00 am Womens Ministry Opening Session
12 NOON Ushers Ministry Presidents Address
5:30 pm Youth and Young Adult
Classes, Trainings & Workshops 2nd Floor
5:45 pm Nurses Seminar 2nd Floor
6:45 pm Moderators Ministry Presidents Address
9:00 pm Late Night Preaching

Wednesday, August 9 during session Registration located in Fellowship Hall

5:30 pm Youth and Young Adult
Classes, Trainings & Workshops 2nd Floor
5:45 pm Nurses Seminar 2nd Floor
6:45 pm Womens Ministry Presidents Address

Thursday, August 10 during session Registration located in Fellowship Hall

10:00 am Womens Ministry
4:00 pm Area on Aging Presentation in Fellowship Hall
5:30 pm Youth and Young Adult
Classes, Trainings & Workshops 2nd Floor
5:45 pm Nurses Seminar 2nd Floor
6:45 pm BM&E CONVENTION PRESIDENTS ADDRESS

Friday, August 11 during session Registration located in Fellowship Hall

4:00 pm Convention Board Meeting in Fellowship Hall
5:45 pm Youth and Young Adult Preparation 2nd Floor
6:45 pm Youth and Young Adult Explosion
Presidents Address

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PARENT BODY OFFICIARY

REV. DR. WALLACE R. MILLS, JR., CONVENTION PRESIDENT
Vice President at Large Rev. Orville Littlejohn
1st Vice President Rev. Lawrence C. Glass
2nd Vice President Rev. James C. Jones
General Secretary Rev. Ryan P. Johnson
Recording Secretary Dean Helen Kelley
Corresponding Secretary Rev. Robert S. Mills
State Director Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
Finance Director Deacon John Smith
Registrar Rev. Allen O. Langford
Convention Coordinator Dean Cecelia M. Dawson
Executive Committee Chairman Rev. Dr. Edward L. Branch

MINISTRY LEADERS
Congress of Christian Education Rev. Damon M. Moseley
Laymens Ministry Deacon Robert Earl Kelley
Womens Ministry Sis. Cynthia P. Smith
Moderators Ministry Rev. Dr. Lee Bernard
Music Ministry Bro. Bill Moss, Jr.
Nurses Ministry Sis. Sonya Bell
Ushers Ministry Sis. Evelyn Smith
Youth & Young Adult Ministry Sis. Yvonne Pitts
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ANNUAL REPRESENTATION FEES

Parent Body (includes Pastor and Officers):
Churches:
Church Membership (3 200) $ 600.00
Church Membership (201 501) $1,000.00
Church Membership (501 Up) $1,500.00

Districts: $ 500.00

New Bodies: $ 300.00

Womens Auxiliary:
Missionary Societies, Womens Ministries or Churches $ 150.00
District Auxiliaries $ 150.00
Departments $ 300.00
Each Meeting Representation
! Officers $ 20.00
! District Presidents $ 20.00
! Local Church Presidents $ 15.00
! Chairpersons $ 20.00
! Co-Chairpersons $ 20.00
! Messengers $ 5.00

Laymens Auxiliary:
Local Laymens Auxiliaries $ 100.00
Districts $ 100.00
Officers $ 10.00
Local Church Presidents $ 5.00
Messengers $ 5.00

Youth & Young Adult Auxiliary:
Districts $ 100.00
Churches $ 100.00
Directors $ 10.00
Ministers $ 10.00
Leaders $ 5.00
Messengers $ 1.00

Nurses Auxiliary:
Churches $ 30.00
Messengers $ 35.00

Ushers Auxiliary:
Churches (per year) $ 50.00

Congress of Christian Education:
Annual Session $ 500.00
Kirby-Terrell Fall Institute $ 100.00

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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 conventions 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.
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The Womens 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 Womens 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 (1980-
1989), 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 (1994-
1996), Rev. Nathan A. Proche (1996-2001), Rev. Sampson Matthews (2001-
2006), Rev. Wallace R. Mills (2006-2016) and Rev. Damon M. Moseley (2016-
Present)

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!

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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 Sis. Marcia Robinson

Lead Directress Sis. Courtney Washington
Assistant Directress Sis. Jennifer Davidson
State Organist Rev. Elmo Hughes
Secretary Sis. Yvonne Simmons

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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/ Rev. Robert Smith, Jr., Director

Disaster Relief Team 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

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GREETINGS FROM THE LAYMENS 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,

Deacon Robert Earl Kelley

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LAYMENS 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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LAYMENS MINISTRY SERVICE

Monday, August 7, 2017
6:45 pm

Deacon Monte V. Marable, Presiding

PRESIDENT KELLEYS 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 Kelleys Grandchildren

THE PRESIDENTS 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.

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GREETINGS FROM THE MODERATORS 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. Remember, 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, support
and compassion. 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 Moderators Auxiliary
Rev. Dr. John White Jr., Secretary

MODERATORS MINISTRY OFFICIARY

REV. DR. LEE BERNARD, PRESIDENT

1st Vice President Rev. Allen O. Langford
2nd Vice President Rev. Charles Boles
Secretary Rev. John White, Jr.
Treasurer Rev. Michael Grier

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MODERATORS MINISTRY SERVICE

Tuesday, August 8, 2017
6:45 pm
Moderator Michael Grier, Browns Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Presiding
Praise and Worship Praise Team

Processional

Meditation Moderator John White

New Birth Rescue Baptist Church
Musical Selection

Purpose Moderator Sterling Brewer

King David Baptist Church

Introduction of District Moderators Moderator Demetrius Finley

New Truth Baptist Church

Greetings and Recognition Moderator Allen O. Langford

of Officers and Visitors Christland Baptist Church

Musical Selection

Introduction of President Bernard Moderator Kenneth Brock

New Welcome Baptist Church

Musical Selection

THE PRESIDENTS ANNUAL ADDRESS

MODERATOR LEE BERNARD
Greater True Vine Baptist Church

Invitation to Discipleship

Offering Moderator Charles Boles

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church

Presentations, Announcements & Benediction

(Please remain for the Late Night Service)

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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

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WOMENS
MINISTRY
COVER PAGE
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WOMENS
MINISTRY
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GREETINGS FROM THE

WOMENS 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 support throughout the years and especially over the past year
as I embarked on a new plane of service as National Baptist Convention, USA Inc., Womans
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 Womens
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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WOMENS MINISTRY OFFICIARY

Elected and Appointed Servants

PRESIDENT SISTER CYNTHIA P. SMITH

Vice President at Large Dr. Nellie H. Williams

1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
3rd Vice President
Adjutant and Secretary
Financial Secretary
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 Sister Donita Chambers

Evangelical District
Fellowship District
Greater Love District
Institutional District
Michigan District
New Rising Star of Hope District
Prospect District
United Missions District
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

Ministers Wives and Widows

Sister Geri Hill Moore

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WOMENS 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 Womens Auxiliary (10 bags) $150.00

Departments .. $300.00
(Deacons Wives, Deaconess and Widows, Ministers Wives and Widows)

UNITY COLORS

Tuesday Morning: Shades of Pink

Wednesday Night: White with District Colors
Thursday Morning: Shades of Green
Thursday Night: Black or Navy with Pearls

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WOMENS 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 support 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 dont have eyes in the back of your
head. You cant 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 cant look out for yourself.
YOU ARE MY SISTER!

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WOMENS 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., Womans Auxiliary

11:00 am Christian Education Hour

Sister Bernadine Hoston, Director

Music - Sister Celeste Davis

(Please remain for the Ushers Presidential Address

from Sister Evelyn Smith)

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WOMENS MINISTRY
Wednesday, August 9, 2017 6:45 pm
Vice President at Large, Dr. Nellie H. Williams, Presiding
Inspirational Singing New Bethel Baptist Church Choir

PRESIDENTS 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,

Womens 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, Moderator, United Missions District
Announcements
Closing Remarks & Benediction Rev. Dr. Wallace R. Mills, Jr., President, BM&E State Convention

~President Smiths Reception Follows In Fellowship Hall~

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WOMENS 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 Womens Ministry

10:30 am Department Reports and Presentations

Deacons Wives, Deaconess and Widows
~ Sister Glenda Wheeler, Chairperson
Ministers 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

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THE PRESIDENTS 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, Moderators, Pastors and Special Guests

Invocation Rev. Dr. Larry Smith

New St. Mark Baptist Church

Official Greeting and Rev. R. Patrick Johnson

Recognition of Special Guests 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 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 PRESIDENTS INAUGURAL ADDRESS ~~

SISTER EVELYN SMITH
Mt. Hebron Baptist Church

Offering Rev. Sampson Matthews

Rev. R. Patrick Johnson

Benediction

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YOUNG & YOUNG

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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 Childrens 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 support and to all of the Pastors of this great convention for supporting 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 Gods transforming presence and will shape this world as a generation of believers with a passion
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 BMEs
Youth and Young Adult Auxiliary. May the blessings of our Lord and Savior be upon you.

In Christs Service,
Yvonne Pitts

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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT
MINISTRY OFFICIARY
SISTER YVONNE PITTS, INTERIM PRESIDENT
Executive Assistants
Advisor
Administration & Finance Chairperson
Finance & Denomination Liaison
Childrens Ministry Leaders
Youth Ministry Leader
Assistant to Youth Ministry
Young Adult Ministry Leader
Sacred Arts Ministry Leader
Oratorical Ministry Leader
Curriculum Ministry Leader
Evangelism Ministry Leader
Life Skills Ministry Leader
College Bound Ministry Leader
Fresh Start Ministry Leader
Volunteer Ministry Leader
Mission Ministry Leader
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Sister Marlena Taylor
Min. David Suggs, Jr.
Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Jr.
Sister Hattie Knox
Sister Elaine Jones
Sister Eboni Murray &
Sister Minuwawa Whitehead
Rev. Jeremy K. Moseley
Rev. Ernest P. Wicks
Rev. James C. Hayes
Brother Bernard Carter
Sister Marla Larkin
Rev. R. Janae Pitts-Murdock
Rev. Peggie Nichols
Sister Marlena Taylor
Sister Michelle Finley
Sister Sierra Kelly
Sister Hattie Knox
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MINISTRY VENUE

Theme: SOCIAL SECURITY (Romans 12:1-3)

MONDAY, AUGUST 7 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2017

5:30 7:00 pm Workshops/Discussion Groups/Activities
7:00 7:10 pm Break
7:10 8:30 pm 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

MINISTRY TRAINING
Dance: Sister Eboni Murray
Mime: TBA
Choir: Brother Bernard Carter & Brother Rondall Murray

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2017

5:45 pm Ministry Preparation
6:30 pm Line-Up
6:45 pm Youth and Young Adult Explosion
Annual Address: Sister Yvonne Pitts
Youth & Young Adult President

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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, Womans 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 Moderator

Song of Praise BM&E Youth & Young Adult Choir

BM&E Childrens 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 PRESIDENTS 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

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