Page 11 - Bethel Annual 2019 Report

Christian Education

Vacation Bible School

choral selections, dramatic and dance performances and a review of the lesson ( Ephesians 6: 11-18)
by Brother William Lamar. Thanks to Sisters Debra Austin and Vernita Treadwell for their leadership
of and commitment to VBS.
B
ethel actively participated in the Tallahassee District Church School Convention called by Presid-
ing Elder Carlton Taylor and hosted by St Paul AME Church, the Reverend Marcus Payne, Pastor.
The theme was “Enhancing Our Consistency.” Licentiate Warren Bowers instructed Bible study,
Sister Elsie Crowell made a presentation on “Priority Issues Effecting Seniors,” and Reverend
Marian Ellis preached the closing sermon.
The Church School presented its annual Christmas program using the theme “Jesus, The Greatest Gift of
All.” Special performances by the Caleb Generation Choir, thanks to Sister Sharon Ofuani and Brother
Jamarien Moore, added tremendously to the holiday spirit. Sisters Kerri Lamar Anderson, Shaunte Deas
-Banks, Angelena McCorvey McCoy, Marie Riou, and Venita Treadwell provided gifted leadership to
this program held during the Church School time.

The Church School Easter program, “Happy Resurrection Day,” was a joint partnership with the Young
People’s Division (YPD). This year’s program began with an Easter Parade and featured more than sixty
students reciting speeches or showcasing musical talents. Music for the 11:00 a.m. worship service was
provided by the Caleb Generation Choir and the Youth Ushers served. Special thanks to Sisters Angele-
na McCoy, Marie Riou, and Venita Treadwell for their outstanding leadership, to the Music Ministry
led by Brother Jamarien Moore, to the Youth Ushers coordinated by Sister Moriah Treadwell, and to
members of the YPD who provided invaluable assistance.

Dylan McAllister, Caleb Anderson, Jaylen Seabrooks , Aliyah Griffin, Star and Summer Davis

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