Virginia Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, COGIC

08/31/2026

𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝! Bishop Jonathan Willis, Mother Sharon A. Felder and the ILTI Team are excited to invite you to the Third ILTI Quarterly for 2026!

The ministries that will be featured include: Finance and Administration, Ministers and Elders, Nurse’s Ministry, Pastor’s Aide, Men’s Department, Women’s Department and a Pastors Intensive with Bishop Jonathan Willis.

We will also celebrate with Supt. Avis & Lady Alexia Newby and the Mission Church family in their Church Dedication Celebration! You don’t want to miss this leadership training to be held on Saturday, September 12 at 10:00 AM. Both events will take place at:

Mission Church
6560 Crumpler Road
Ivor, VA 23866

We will be looking for you, you, and YOU! Let’s grow together!

08/23/2026

"I'm a Life Source [John the Baptist]" (Mark 1:2-6) | Bishop Jonathan Willis (YouTube)

"I'm a Life Source [John the Baptist sermon]" (Sermon ONLY)(Mark 1...

08/23/2026

08/20/2026

ORDINATION | A MOMENT THEY’LL NEVER FORGET. 🙏🏾🕊️

Before a sanctuary filled with family, friends, church leaders, and fellow believers, a sacred moment unfolded.

You could see the emotion. You could feel the weight of the moment. Eyes filled with tears, hearts filled with pride, and an entire congregation watched as those called to serve stepped forward into a new chapter of ministry.

This was more than a ceremony.

It was the culmination of prayer, preparation, sacrifice, obedience, and answering YES to the call God placed upon their lives.

And as the church looked on, there was a beautiful realization that we weren’t simply witnessing an ordination we were witnessing purpose being affirmed in front of an entire body of believers. 🙏🏾

A proud moment.
An emotional moment.
A sacred moment.
A calling they will carry far beyond this sanctuary.

May God guide every step, strengthen every assignment, and continue to use each of them for His glory.

The Virginia Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC
✨ 59th Annual Holy Convocation — Ordination Ceremony

08/20/2026

VA 3rd Dance Group | Pouring Into the Next Generation 💜🙏🏾

There is something powerful about watching women take what God has placed inside of them and intentionally pour it into the generation coming behind them.

At the Virginia Third 59th Annual Convocation, the VA 3rd Dance Group reminded us that praise dance is so much more than learning the right steps.

It’s mentorship.
It’s patience.
It’s discipline.
It’s confidence.
It’s ministry.

These young ladies are learning how to express their worship boldly while being surrounded by women willing to lead them, teach them, correct them, encourage them, and remind them that their gifts have purpose.

One day, these younger girls will become the women teaching another generation and that’s how legacy is built. 🙌🏾✨

Beautifully done, VA 3rd Dance Group. Continue allowing your praise to speak when words simply aren’t enough. 💃🏾❤️

08/19/2026

WOMEN’S DAY | A BEAUTIFUL GIFT ON DISPLAY 🎻✨

There was something truly special about this moment.

During Women’s Day, this talented young woman, Zhuri Woodley, blessed the sanctuary with a beautiful violin solo allowing her gift to speak in a way that words simply could not.

To see the next generation confidently sharing their God-given gifts was a beautiful reminder that purpose has no age requirement. Her poise, talent, and beautiful sound added something unforgettable to an already powerful day. 💐🎻

May she continue to grow in her gift, walk boldly in her purpose, and use what God has placed in her hands to touch hearts wherever she goes.

The Virginia Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC
✨ 59th Annual Holy Convocation — Women’s Day