Louisiana Inter- Jurisdictional Council of Bishops

08/31/2026

For Immediate Release and Distribution

🌍 MISSION TRIP ALERT: ST. Vincent and the Grenadines 2027 🇻🇨

Get ready to serve, love, and impact lives! We are thrilled to announce the 2027 COGIC World Missions Trip to the beautiful islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines! 🏝️

✨Join our leader, Superintendent Jessie L. Bates, Jr., for a powerful journey of faith, outreach, and global ministry. God is doing a mighty work, and you can be a part of it! 🙌🙏

📅 Save the Date: August 2027

📍 Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

💼 Led By: Superintendent Jessie L Bates, Jr.

Mark your calendars, start praying, and prepare your hearts. More details on registration, travel, and informational meetings are coming soon! ✈️📖

05/28/2026

Congratulations Supervisor Designate Juanita M. Bates!

On behalf of the Fourth Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of Zambia, Church of God in Christ, we rejoice with you on your appointment as Jurisdictional Supervisor.

Your calling, dedication, and commitment to advancing the Kingdom of God in Zambia and beyond are evident, and we receive you with open arms and grateful hearts. Under the leadership of Bishop Designate Goodwin Kachaza, we believe God will use you mightily to strengthen, uplift, and empower the women and churches of this jurisdiction.

“Well done, good and faithful servant” Matthew 25:21

Welcome to Zambia 4th Jurisdiction, Supervisor Designate Bates. We honor you, we support you, and we pray God’s grace rests upon you in this new assignment.

God Bless You! 🙏🏾

05/04/2026

A Special Welcome Presentation by the Bahamas COGIC Mission Team Honoring Superintendent Bates and Mrs. Bates on Their Arrival at LPIA, April 21, 2026, Attending the Caribbean Pastors’ Conference – Their First Visit to The Bahamas! 🇧🇸

04/01/2026

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