4/20/2024 0 Comments Church ushers imagesThis post showcases a video of Black church ushers and presents excerpts from three articles about African American church ushers.Ĭlick for Part II of this pancocojams series. This is Part I of a pancocojams series on African American church ushers. Heights, Maryland help create the mood for worship. The menĪnd women who serve as ushers at Hemingway Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church in District Some highly trained ushers who are much more than church doorkeepers. We provide an inside look at the spirit and discipline of Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly, April 11, 2016 The heart of an usher is the heart of a servant, and he does his work for his Lord Jesus. and Jaxson W.Įmeritus members: Robert Nelson, Marie Boston, LouAnna Lewis, Willie Jones, Lillian Beed, Norma Wright, John Curry, Kenny Yates and Larry Williams Members: Mary Tibbs, Linda Croft, Bernice Armstead, Nathelda McGee, Brenda Holden, Eddie Randall, Derrick Young, Joshua Y. Junior Usher Captains: Monica Smith, George Hillman Group Captains: Vanessa Weatherly, Leola Payne, Linda C. Yearly Ministry activities: Serving and Fellowship with the Chicagoland Ushers, Ushers Day in June, National Association of the Church of God Usher convention, NACOG Campmeeting and Ushers Christmas Luncheon. I am inspired to Usher because I love to see the smiles on the people’s faces as I help them. I am inspired to Usher because I love to help the older saints when they have a need. What inspires me to serve is the feeling of happiness that comes when helping others. What inspires me is knowing that I am serving the Lord and enjoying this ministry. I was inspired as a child watching the senior ushers at my aunt’s church. That is the beginning of over 40 years of service to the Lord. My Aunt Carrie was an usher and she encouraged me to usher during our youth hour services. I’ve ushered off and on 60 years of my 76 years. I was inspired years ago as a child watching my great uncle usher. Observing Brother Hillman working with the Junior ushers God touched my heart and showed me that’s where I needed to be – Derrick Y. Langley Avenue Ushers celebrate 50 years by reflecting on the question…What inspires you to serve as an usher? is 9 years old and he is a dedicated young man that is eager to serve and learn. Mother Lillian Beed at 96 years old is the oldest usher and we love her steadfast faithfulness and support. We recognize our oldest and youngest ushers. Scarborough, President of the National Association of the Church of God Ushers, West Middlesex, Pa. Ushers grasp the meaning of Christ’s words “ He that is greater among you shall be your servant.” In all matters pertaining to the advancement of the Kingdom of God among men this ministry requires faithful responsibility and willingness for service to God and his people.Ĭlick here for a greeting from Joseph S. Mission: The Ushers at Langley Avenue strive to serve God and his people as doorkeepers in the house of God. Continue to pray for us as we will continue to pray for you as we serve the people of God. During this year 2020, we are blessed by God to be able to celebrate 50 years in ministry and service to others. It is an honor and my pleasure to serve in this ministry with the members of the Langley Ave Church of God Ushers.
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