Posts Tagged ‘HTC Youth Ministry’Don’t Quit! Keep Going! – June 2K11 Youthful Expressions
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011
By Brother Eryck McCown
Obstacles will come and try to stop you from succeeding. When they do, don’t give up, keep going. If Jackie Robinson gave up when he was playing baseball, African American may have never been able to play baseball in the same league with others. But he didn’t. That’s why African Americans can play in baseball in the same league and on the same league as others. If the United States would have given up in World War II, the United States would be a communist country lead by a fascists dictator that would not care for anyone. But it didn’t. That’s why we are a democratic and capitalist country. When you give up, you are showing that you are weak and can’t go on. If you give up you won’t succeed in what you are trying to do. Keep moving forward and don’t look back. My HTC Experience – April 2K11 Youthful Expressions
Friday, April 1st, 2011
My first time going to Holiness Tabernacle, I honestly didn’t want to be inside a church at the time so I wasn’t in to it like I am now. After about 3 services I stopped coming to the church, but I didn’t feel right spiritually so I started coming again just to see if I can learn a thing or two about God. When I got to the church I started paying attention to our pastor’s word and I learned a lot on how to focus and how to give God a righteous praise. After I started plugging into the service I learned how to read my Bible and find scriptures when needed. One of the ministers of our church, Minister Powell, gave me advice on how to follow God and he explained to me what’s right and wrong to do as a Christian. On February 27th 2011, I got saved and my faith and relationship with God has gotten stronger than ever before. My experience with Holiness Tabernacle Church Of God In Christ has been the greatest experience that has yet to come. I would like to give special thanks to my Pastor Eddie Be Pruitte, Jr., and Minister Andre Powell for taking the time to talk to me, getting me involved with the church service and other recreation in the church, and helping me get more in touch with God. HTC 2010 Christmas Play – “The Shepherds”
Sunday, December 12th, 2010
We will have gifts for all the children attending the program. Bring your camera and enjoy! MLK Scholarship Contest Recap
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Students Discover the Meaning of Servant Leadership at Excitement and anticipation filled the air as students of all ages participated in the first HTC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical and Poster Scholarship, Tuesday, January 12. This year’s theme, "What Does it Mean to be a Servant Leader?" was taken from King’s Drum Major Instinct speech. "After earnestly searching, and trying to find an adequate explanation. . . I've come to this conclusion. For ladies and gentlemen, this question can only be truthfully answered by those willing to serve," recited Michael Benjamin, winner of the oratorical collegiate category of the competition. The Scholarship, open to students from pre-K through college, allowed participants to express their thoughts on the theme through a poster or oratorical submission. Cash prizes were awarded to those who won in their particular grade category and the youth were pleasantly surprised to discover that additional funding doubled each of the scholarships. When asked why she decided to participate in the Scholarship, Deloris Pruitte said she did it because she knew some people around her that were servant leaders. "I learned that being a servant leader means that you serve other people and you don’t just have it all to yourself." Deloris was the youngest participant in the Scholarship and winner of the poster competition within her category. "I can tell that the kids who participated put forth a lot of effort and learned a lot in the process," said Danielle Benjamin, the Scholarship coordinator. "I am so proud of them!" Perhaps the greatest lesson learned that evening was that everyone can be a servant leader. Students shared stories about young people who were jailed for standing up for social justice, regardless of skin color. Others told of volunteers who helped to dig wells in Africa so that families could have access to clean drinking water. Even everyday servant leaders, and those who live sacrificially, were recognized as young people spoke about the ones who made an impact on their lives through their servant’s heart. "When will the next Scholarship be?" asked one young person at the conclusion of the program – giving strong indication that next year's competition is sure to see even more participants and more scholarships awarded. Plans for next year’s competition are already underway and students are eager to find out how they can get involved. The purpose of the Scholarship is to give students the opportunity to realize the vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reflect on how his legacy continues to shape the course of history today, and recognize and give an opportunity for students to grow in their writing, artistic and communications skills as they pursue academic excellence. Holiness Tabernacle would like to give a big congratulation to the participants and winners of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical and Poster Scholarship: Group II Poster Winner – Deloris Pruitte – $50 Group III Poster Winner – Dymond Starr – $70 Group IV Poster Winner – DeAnna Pruitte – $100 Group IV Oratorical Winner – Michael Benjamin II – $200 COGIC Youth Advisory Council Elects Local Member As President
Friday, August 14th, 2009
COGIC Youth Advisory Council
“I was surprised that I was elected,” said Sister Pruitte, who while waiting as the names were announced for the various positions, prayed that God’s will be done. After a powerful speech there was no doubt that Sister Pruitte was the best choice for the position. “We are the youth advisory council,” she said during an impromptu campaign speech. “And as such, we need to bring the youth back into the council. If we are going to be the voice for the youth we need to have the youth in order to know what their desires are.” According to her father, Pastor Eddie B Pruitte, during an evening church service, Sister Pruitte, who had served as the council’s chaplain for three years was ecstatic about the results of the election. “She initially called to remark about the great time she was having at the convention,” recalled Pastor Pruitte. “Then later she says, ‘Dad, guess what? They elected me president.’ I was proud and happy for her.” Although this particular youth advisory council is transitional for a one year period due to a low number of applicants, Sister Pruitte still takes her position seriously and hopes to deliver on her campaign promise during the next several months. “Even though I am the interim president,” stated Sister Pruitte. “I have every presidential right as a full term president. Our goals this year are to appoint council members to the different commissions within the youth department and have a young person involved in every commission,” she added. In addition, Sister Pruitte wants to build leadership skills among the council members in order to produced qualified presidential candidates in the future. Although Sister Pruitte’s appointment to this distinguished position was considered exciting news, it came as no surprise to the members of Holiness Tabernacle located in Woodbridge, VA. The church, which dedicated itself to an extensive consecration of fasting at the beginning of 2009, has had a multitude of blessings, culminating with the purchase of their brand new building. “God is awesome,” reflected Sister Pruitte. “I’m just in awe in what he’s doing in my life and at Holiness Tabernacle. I can’t wait to see what happens next.” The Experience of AIM
Friday, July 10th, 2009
The Experience of AIM In my early childhood days, I’m told my parents loaded me with them in church vans headed to cities near and far to experience AIM. While my memory holds secrets of those initial encounters, I do know the truth of the matter. AIM is an experience for all people – leaders and lay members, church folk and the un-churched, young and old, musicians, youth, missionaries, evangelists and Sunday school participants alike. The Church of God in Christ Auxiliaries in Ministry Convention provides an opportunity for people to come together to fellowship, learn from one another, spiritually mature and have a high time in the Lord. For the past three summers I’ve spent at least a portion of my Fourth of July festivities in Houston, Louisville and Detroit. But my visit to Tampa was different. It was my first time truly experiencing AIM. It was the first year I left the city feeling more like a participant of AIM and less like a worker at AIM. Not that I have a problem with putting my heels to the side, bundling up my long skirt between my knees and getting my finger nails a little dirty. It’s just that I’ve always felt I was missing out on the enchanted part. The icing on the cake, if you will. The part of AIM that left you rejuvenated and eager to go back to your local church with a renewed sense of purpose and direction. The experience of AIM. But this year was different. This year I walked the streets of Tampa in the rain. I sat in on my Youth on a Mission training, listening in awe to Bishop Charles Cole testify of his angelic visitation and his escape from the Philippines. I prayed. I shared information about the International Youth Advisory Council to passersby. I learned new praise and worship songs. I laughed. I was reminded to celebrate my leaders. I saw family members and hung out with old friends. I grew. I experienced newness, conquered fears and took on challenges. I was engaged by the Can You Hear Me Now panel discussion with Mother Rivers and Karen Clark-Sheard and Evangelist Joyce Rodgers. I wept. I enjoyed the fellowship of like-minded souls at the Young Adults Ministry event and the Gathering Place. I witnessed the passing of the torch as a newly appointed IYAC was formed. I became bold. I rubbed elbows at banquets with leaders of AIM. I got a Word delivered through my presiding bishop, cautioning me to not let me soul grow lean. I was blessed. I went to Tampa. I experienced AIM. |
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Don’t give up. Things may not be going your way but… don’t give up. A famous basketball player (Michael Jordan) once said, “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” Michael kept trying and trying again. Sometimes he failed and sometimes he succeeded. He learned from his mistakes. He kept trying and trying and never gave up.
My name is Da-shawn DeLardge and I am a 16-year-old boy that is a member and a sound technician at Holiness Tabernacle Church Of God In Christ. I’ve been going to this church for about a year now and I have had awesome, wonderful experiences while attending. My grandmother and I moved from Queens, New York and we were looking for a church when we first moved to the Woodbridge area, and we found HTC while searching. My grandmother called in and asked if there was a van service so we could come and see if this was the correct church home for us.
Join us Sunday, December 19, 2010 at 6:00 pm for “The Shepherds” a Christmas play produced by the HTC Youth Ministry detailing the story of Christ’s birth from the Shepherds’ perspective.
Holiness Tabernacle Church of God in Christ’s very own Sis. Delia Pruitte was elected for the position of President of the International Youth Advisory Council during the 2009 Auxiliaries In Ministry (AIM) Convention. |
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