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PO Box 994
Hernando, MS 38632
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The Christian education arm of the Mid-South Churches Cooperative Conference State Convention
10th Annual Session
(Convention, Congress, and Association)
May 3-5, 2022
Convening Virtually and In-Person
72nd Congress of Christian Education
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Plenary Session Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88110055053
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 6:00 p.m.
Dean Dorothy Jones, New Faith-Bible; Memphis, TN
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 6:00 p.m.
Pastor Michael Bunton, Cane Creek-Bells, TN
Thursday,May 5, 2022 6:00 p.m.
President Dr. Michael O. MInor, The Hill-Hernando
Class Schedule 7:15 p.m.
Class 1: Interpreting the Scriptures with Integrity from the Beginning: The Book of Genesis
Instructor: Dr. JeVon Marshall, Antioch, Walls, MS
Course Zoom Webinar Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R0nIkJgZTx-RZY_Q20teZw
Class Overview: This class will explore some of the foundational issues and literal interpretation in the books Genesis. This course will try to correctly sort out the intended thought of the author as it relates to culture and the time in which this book was written.
Course Objectives:
Class 2: Reestablishing the Respect and integrity of The Church
Instructor: Pastor Calloway Bain, Mt. Olive, Horn Lake, MS
Course Zoom Webinar Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_f8aRVxdhQgKT4YB34NHhFQ
Course Overview: This course will explore how the twenty first century church has drifted away from its missional purpose as outlined according to biblical principles. It will show how the church competition with the secular world has caused the church to lose respect and integrity especially in America, a nation founded upon religious principles. The course will discuss ways in which the Church can reestablish its integrity and respect and return to its first LOVE.
Course Objectives:
Class 3: Women Maintaining Integrity in An Immoral Society (And their Role in The Church Regaining Power and Respect)
Instructor: Ms. Cathey Garrett, Ebenezer, Como, MS
Course Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83473872910?pwd=TTVTYXlyMU1PM2xCY0R2V1laYm9hZz09
Course Overview: This course will explore the spiritual meaning of Integrity and the characteristics of women walking in godly character. It will also explore some of the biblical examples of women with righteous attributes and engage students to lives out those traits in the process of restoring honor to the CHURCH!
Course Objectives:
Support Scriptures: Proverbs 31.10-31; Titus 2.4-5, 7-8, 1 Peter 2.12, Philippians 4.8, Proverbs 10.9
For technical support, call or text (662) 689-9712.
Consolidated Convention/Congress Official Roster
Dr. Michael O. Minor, President
Pastor Bernard Montgomery, Vice-President-at-Large
Pastor Rubin Jones, First Vice-President
Pastor Callaway Bain, Second Vice-President
Pastor Glen Newson, Third Vice-President
Pastor Lacy Reed, Fourth Vice-President
Dr. Jevon Marshall, Christian Education Moderator
Ms. Phyllistean Albright, General Secretary
Pastor Henry Knox, Treasurer
Ms. Minnie Wilkinson, H.O.P.E. Health Coordinator
Office of the State Director of Christian Education
Sis. Loretta Henderson Miller, State Director of Christian Education
Pastor Dorothy Jones, State Congress Dean Elect
Associate Dean: Dr. Jevon Marshall
Ms. Annette Dunbar, Classification Secretary
National Baptist Convention, USA, Incorporated
Dr. Jerry Young, President Dr. Alvin Edwards, General Secretary
National Baptist Congress of Christian Education
Dr. Elliott Cuff, President Dr. Carl Washington, Dean
Dr. Edward Rogers, General, Secretary
Sunday School Publishing Board
Dr. Derrick Jackson, Executive Director
Rev. Eric Williams, Senior Director of Christian Eductaion
Dr. Michael O. Minor, Southwest Region I Coordinator
Vision: The State Congress’ work will reach completion at the Second Coming of Christ. In short, the vision of the State Congress is heaven (Hebrews 12.22-24; Revelation 21.2, 9-10; John 14.2).
Mission: The State Congress embraces the Great Commission (Matthew 28.19-20) as its mission seeking to save unsaved souls and help saved souls through Christian education.
Goals: Our State Congress goals are
Annual Awards and Recognition Opportunities
Attendance Awards. The top five participating churches are given awards for overall attendance, youth, and seniors.
Deacon Dan Robinson Leadership Award. Two Christian educators from one of the member churches or supporting entities are recognized for outstanding service in the cause of Christian education. The award is named after the first president of the Sate Congress.
Minister Lena Dean-Bond Lady Leader of the Year Award. One lady leader of a representing church who exhibits the following qualities:
¨ Demonstrated faithful commitment to the development of her ministry;
¨ Exhibits the characteristics of a mentor of women in ministry;
¨ Exemplifies qualities of gifted leadership and redemptive service;
¨ Maintains an active role in the ministry of her local church;
¨ Displays support for the vision, mission, and goals of Mid-South Churches State Convention.
The award is named after the first vice-president-at-large of our State Convention. She was also the first woman to serve in such a position among Mississippi National Baptist State Conventions.
Collaborative Efforts
Regional Teachers’ Workshop. On the First Saturday in February, the State Congress hosts an interactive teacher workshop focused on creative ways of teaching along with an overview of the new Vacation Bible School material.
Annual Sunday School Workshop. On the Second Saturday in August, the State Congress hosts an interactive Sunday School Workshop focused on making Sunday School transformational.
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The Mid-South Churches Cooperative Conference's Baptist State Congress of Christian Education (formerly the Original North Mississippi Baptist State Congress of Christian Education) (Congress) traces its origin to the year 1938 with the expansion of the Paradise Sunday School and Baptist Training Union (BTU) under the leadership of Deacon Dan Robinson (New Hope-Walls). The BTU continued meeting annually until 1954. From 1954-1966, there was a period of inactivity. However, in 1966, the Congress was reorganized at Independent-Tyro as the North Mississippi Baptist Education Congress with Pastor L. S. Biles (Carroll Bluff) elected as president and Pastor V. B. Brown (St. Paul) as Dean.
Other Deans: Pastor T. J. Denson (1970-1977, West Antioch #2), Deacon S. D. Minor, Sr. (Mt. Calm, 1977-1988), Ms. Mable Lawrence (1988-2010, Hickory Grove), Dr. Michael O. Minor (Oak Hill, 2011-2012),
Ms. Loretta Miller (Prince of Peace, 2013-2018), Ms. Mattie Wallace-Stokes (2019-2020), Pastor Dorothy Jones (2021-present)
Other Presidents: Pastor Jacob Davis (1987-1989, Hammond Hill), Pastor CJ Thomas (1989-2009, Pleasant Hill), Dr. Michael O. Minor (The Hill-Hernando, 2009-present)
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1775 Memphis Street, Suite B
PO Box 994
Hernando, MS 38632
ph: (662) 298-3584
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