Great Present African Methodist Episcopal Church

06/01/2026

Lesson 14 for your reading this week. Enjoy 😇

05/29/2026

🎓 Graduation Spotlight 🎓

Today, we proudly celebrate Chloe McCrea, a proud graduate of Georgetown High School!

Chloe is known for her determination, leadership, and strong work ethic. Since the 7th grade, she has been a dedicated cheerleader and eventually earned the role of Varsity Cheer Captain, where she demonstrated outstanding teamwork, discipline, leadership, and school pride.

Throughout her high school journey, Chloe remained actively involved in several organizations and activities, including serving as HOSA Secretary, participating in Student Council, and spending two years in NJROTC. Through these experiences, she developed confidence, leadership skills, and a genuine passion for serving others while becoming a positive role model within her school and community.

This fall, Chloe plans to attend University of South Carolina where she will major in Cardiovascular Technology. Inspired by her passion for healthcare and helping others, Chloe hopes to build a career centered around compassionate patient care and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Congratulations, Chloe! Your dedication, leadership, and heart for service will continue to take you far. Wishing you endless success as you begin this exciting new chapter!

05/28/2026

🎓 Graduation Spotlight 🎓

Today, we proudly celebrate Terrell McKnight, a graduating senior of Kingstree High School in Kingstree, South Carolina!

After graduation, Terrell plans to attend South Carolina State University where he will major in Biology as he pursues his career goal of becoming a Veterinarian.

Terrell has shown dedication not only in his academics, but also through his leadership and faithful service within the church. He actively participates in the youth choir during 2nd Sunday services and serves as the YPD Kingstree Vice President.

We want to sincerely thank Terrell for his leadership, commitment, and faithfulness. His positive spirit, willingness to serve, and dedication to youth ministry continue to make a meaningful impact on those around him.

Congratulations, Terrell! We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see all that God has in store for your future. Continue striving for excellence and walking boldly in your purpose!

05/27/2026

🎓 Graduation Spotlight 🎓

Today, we proudly celebrate Tyquan Epps, a graduating senior of Kingstree High School!

Tyquan plan to serve our country through the South Carolina National Guard and plans to continue his education at Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, Georgia, where he will pursue his degree in Mortuary Science and work toward obtaining his embalming license.

We are extremely proud of Tyquan and all that he has accomplished. His dedication, discipline, and commitment to his future are truly inspiring.

We also want to recognize and thank him for his faithfulness and incredible talent within the church. As one of our dedicated drummers, Tyquan has faithfully used his gift to help lead worship and bless our congregation week after week. His presence, spirit, and musicianship have made a lasting impact on our church family.

Congratulations, Tyquan! Your future is bright, and we pray God’s continued blessings over your journey ahead. Continue to create a path and let it make room for you!

05/27/2026

Great Present African Methodist Episcopal Church family was fired up and ready to vote on yesterday, and we’re ready to do it again today!

Let’s continue showing up, making our voices heard, and encouraging others to do the same. Every vote matters, every voice counts, and every person can make a difference.

Let’s FLOOD the polls today!

05/26/2026

🎓 Graduation Spotlight 🎓

Today, we proudly celebrate Tyona Thompson-Chandler, a graduating senior of Glenn Hills High School!

Tyona is a versatile and driven student who continuously challenged herself throughout high school by taking Advanced Placement courses in Literature, Pre-Calculus, and Economics. Her dedication to academic excellence and leadership has truly set her apart.

During her high school journey, Tyona served as Student Council President and Vice President of DECA, while also actively participating in FCCLA and the Math Team. Among her many memorable moments, she fondly remembers being crowned Homecoming Queen in 2025, a reflection of the respect and admiration she earned from her peers and school community.

Tyona is especially proud of graduating as the second-highest ranked student in her class, a major accomplishment that reflects her hard work, discipline, and determination.

She also expresses heartfelt gratitude to Jaime Lewis for providing encouragement, support, and guidance through every high and low moment along her journey.

After graduation, Tyona plans to attend Augusta Technical College to study Radiology before eventually pursuing her long-term career goal of becoming a mortician.

Congratulations, Tyona! Your future is bright, and your ambition, leadership, and resilience will continue to open doors for you. Wishing you continued success as you step into this next chapter!

05/26/2026

Let’s not forget the past, let’s learn from it! Vote!!!

05/26/2026

Thank you, Bishop Davis, for your leadership and commitment to helping us ignite impact throughout the Seventh Episcopal District. Go VOTE, your voice and your vote matter! See and hear our leaders of this great Episcopal District below!

https://youtu.be/gALoM5wAxCU

05/26/2026

Great Present African Methodist Episcopal Church is FIRED UP and READY TO VOTE!

Early Voting: May 26 – June 5
Election Day: June 9

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Let’s show up, speak up, and FLOOD THE POLLS together! Encourage your family, friends, and young voters to get involved and make a difference in our community.

Faith. Family. Future. Vote!

05/26/2026

Let’s flood the polls!!

🗳️ Early Voting for the 2026 Statewide Primaries starts TODAY! 🗳️

Skip the lines on Election Day and vote early! Early voting centers are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day until Friday, June 5 (closed on Saturday and Sunday).

Before you head to the polls, be sure to check your early voting location at scVOTES.gov! ✅

Let’s get out there and vote early! 🙌