The women of Holiness Tabernacle pulled off a spectacular affair for this year’s Annual Women’s Weekend! As with previous years, preparations for the event began months in advance as the women assembled registration bags and welcome folders. These folders included a collection of helpful information and articles written by our very own church authors and were compiled in the Annual Women’s Tea newsletter.
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The decorations for the Women’s Tea were a major hit. Shades of purple graced the church sanctuary, in addition to elegant tableware, from the center pieces to the immaculate table settings. Sister Yolinda McCown’s event planning company, A Time N Place, meticulously considered every detail as she and her crew created a vision for the event that all would remember.
After a sumptuous feast, the women received a presentation on a deadly disease that is plaguing African-American men and women – lupus. Two survivors of the dreadful disease, Sister Simmons and Sister Carter, spoke on their experiences with living with the disease and how it is silently attacking the African-American women population in large numbers. They then went on to tell of God’s goodness and healing power in their lives – a true testimony that encouraged the hearts of all those who were there!
Following the presenters, invited guest speaker Evangelist Dianne Rogers, First Lady of True Saints Church of God in Christ in Hartville, South Carolina, brought forth manna from heaven, echoing HTC’s theme for this year, “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet!” Before addressing the group, Evangelist commented on the elegance of the event.
“I thought I would be sipping tea,” remarked Evangelist Rogers, “but instead I’m eating a full delicious meal!”
After the powerful message from Evangelist Rogers, the Lord blessed and moved mightily as women came to the altar for prayer.
On Sunday morning, our own Mother Pruitte spoke on the topic “Equipped for Ministry” and told the congregation that if their members (i.e. their body) were working, then they were indeed equipped to work in the Lord’s kingdom. Later that afternoon for our Annual Women’s Day service, the women marched down the aisle with their offering – not only meeting their financial goals but in friendly competition, exceeding the goal of the Men’s Department.
The culmination of the entire weekend came Sunday evening when Evangelist Rogers picked up where she left off during the Saturday Tea. Needless to say, the Spirit of the Lord fell among the congregation again and the church walked away blessed and prepared to carry on the work of the Lord.
It’s no secret God has continuously shined His favor upon the members of Holiness Tabernacle and the great success of this year’s Annual Women’s Weekend is yet another testament to His goodness.