09/05/2026
✝️ II Samuel 3:38 “Know ye not that a Prince and a great man has fallen in our midst today”?
Revelations 14:13 “blessed are the dead who die in the Lord”
The Texas 3rd Episcopal Jurisdiction mourns the Episcopal Transition of our beloved Prince and Apostolic Father; the former Prelate to the 11th Apostolic Region and General Board Member of the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ.
We not only celebrate an apostolic father, we celebrate a great leader who was intentional about pouring into other leaders in a deliberate effort to advance the kingdom. He recognized and appreciated diversity; he gave space and place for the gifts and callings of others. A true spiritual father.
A gifted preacher, psalmist and musician. We celebrate his ministry.
I personally have a tremendous level of respect, gratitude and appreciation for Apostle Herbert A. Edwards🙌 Had it not been for him taking a chance on me when I was a young leader I would not be where I am today. I was privileged to serve as his Special Administrative Asst. and personal adjutant for over 14 years.
The Lord saw fit to remove him from his suffering, the Lord has rewarded this faithful servant with eternal peace and rest. While we will miss his presence we will forever cherish his memory as we attempt to emulate his kind spirit and bear up the Apostolic mantle that he has left behind.
Lastly, we ask all international leaders throughout the COOLJC to join the celebration and to govern yourselves accordingly to the Apostolic Edict that is attached. We look to see you at Refuge Temple, South Carolina Southern Regional Headquarters. Bishop Sylvester K. Reid will be the host Pastor.
Sleep on Apostle Edwards, take your rest. You’ve fought a mighty good fight, finished your course, and kept the faith”.
We look to see again in that great coronation in the mid-air when Christ shall come again.,,, What a glorious day that’s gonna be…
Lady Claudia Edwards and the entire family shall remain in our prayers.
With Tremendous Love 🙌🙏🏼❤️
✝️ Bishop Dr. Kevin C. Bishop
Vice-Chairman Intl Board of Bishops
Intl Adjutant General - COOLJC
Lady Jacqueline D. Bishop, MSN, RN
Vice-Chairlady - Intl Bishops Wives
Intl Director - The Federation of Apostolic Healthcare Professionals