COGIC: First Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of Southern California

09/03/2026

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 🙌🏽💜💛

The COGIC Board of Bishops Conference is looking for volunteers to serve in Hospitality and Registration!

📅 September 14–17, 2026
📍 Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa
Indian Wells, California

If you are interested in serving as part of our Hospitality or GreetersTeam, we would love to have you join us!

📲 SCAN THE QR CODE AND SIGN UP TODAY!

Your time, talent, and willingness to serve will help make the Board of Bishops Conference a tremendous success!

We need YOU! 💜💛

Sign up end September 8th

08/30/2026

With heavy hearts, the Johnson and Cornerstone Community C.O.G.I.C family invites you to join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of our beloved Administrative Assistant Supt. B.E. Johnson Sr.

Though our hearts are saddened by his passing, we are grateful for the life he lived, the wisdom he shared, the love he gave, and the countless lives he touched through his ministry and service.

WAKE
Sunday, August 30, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cornerstone Community Church of God in Christ
2216 NE Killingsworth St.
Portland, OR 97211

FUNERAL SERVICE
Monday, August 31, 2026
11:00 AM
Emmanuel Church
1033 N. Summer St.
Portland, OR 97217

We invite family, friends, church members, and all who loved our Father/ Grandfather to come together to honor his life, legacy, and faithful service.

“The memory of a righteous man is a blessing.” Proverbs 10:7

Please continue to keep the Johnson and Cornerstone Community C.O.G.I.C family in your prayers during this time.

Forever in our hearts. Never forgotten.

08/27/2026

Hi Saints.
You're Invited: 2026 Board of Bishops Conference—Complimentary Transportation Available!

Greetings, Bishops, Clergy, Delegates, and Saints!
Under the distinguished leadership of Bishop Donald R. Murray, Chairman of the Church of God in Christ, Inc., Board of Bishops invites you to join us for the 2026 Board of Bishops Conference, September 14–17, 2026, at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, California.

We are preparing for an extraordinary gathering filled with powerful ministry, leadership development, meaningful fellowship, worship, and Kingdom connection.

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Evening Speakers:

• Monday, September 14 – Bishop Jerry W. Macklin, First Assistant Presiding Bishop
• Tuesday, September 15 – Bishop Donald R. Murray, Chairman of the Board of Bishops
• Wednesday, September 16 – Bishop J. Drew Sheard, Presiding Bishop and Chief Apostle

Morning Manna Speakers:

• Tuesday, September 15 – Bishop Johnathan Logan
• Wednesday, September 16 – Bishop Johnnie Tates
• Thursday, September 17 – Bishop Edwin Walker
• Morning Manna Coordinator – Bishop Oscar Benton

Luncheon Speakers:

• Tuesday, September 15 – Bishop Uleses Henderson, Jr.
• Wednesday, September 16 – Bishop Darrell Hines, General Board Member

Additional conference highlights include:

• A dynamic Women’s Track coordinated by Supervisor Dianne Bogan
• Wednesday Sneakers Day featuring “Real Talk”
• Eagles and Kings Classic Golf Fellowship
• Opportunities to serve as registration, hospitality, and greeter volunteers
• And much more!

COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION

Complimentary transportation will be provided from designated pick-up locations in Los Angeles and San Diego.

Transportation will be available to and from the conference Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 16.

Please note: Each passenger must complete the transportation registration form to reserve a seat. Seats are limited and are not guaranteed without registration.

Register for Los Angeles or San Diego transportation here:
https://forms.gle/o5KDwdggkgHVPH7k7

Transportation registration closes Monday, September 7, 2026.

Please share the attached conference information throughout your jurisdictions, districts, departments, local churches, and ministry networks. Let’s fill the buses from Los Angeles and San Diego and gather for an impactful and memorable 2026 Board of Bishops Conference!

We look forward to welcoming and seeing you in Indian Wells.

In His Service,

Bishop Uleses Henderson, JR. and Bishop Charles Gibson

Local Committee Co-Chairs

08/26/2026

08/22/2026

WEST COAST REGIONAL SYMPOSIUM 26 08/21/2026

08/20/2026

It’s almost time for the Annual J1 Sunday School Back to School Rally!

Each One. Bring One.
Free registration is open through August 22: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/j1-sunday-school-annual-back-to-school-rally-tickets-1996899115008

We’re coming together from across the jurisdiction for a morning of fellowship, friendly competition, and Sunday School pride.

🏆 All three banners are up for grabs!
📚 Attendance
📚 Offering
📚 Next Gen — awarded to the region with the most attendees under 18

Wear your region color, load up the car, bring somebody with you, and meet us Saturday, August 29 at 10 AM at:

Friendly Church of God in Christ
1836 Dixie St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
Supt. Morris Woods, Host Pastor

08/08/2026

SECOND SATURDAY