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\nfor the Church of God in Christ” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23121975″ google_fonts=”font_family:Raleway%3A100%2C200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800%2C900|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” full_width=”stretch_row_content” bg_type=”bg_color” bg_override=”full” bg_color_value=”#ffffff” css=”.vc_custom_1752851188137{margin: 0px !important;padding: 0px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1752851155613{margin: 0px !important;padding: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”We are a global worship ministry dedicated to equipping singers, musicians, and leaders to serve with excellence and anointing through the power of music. Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Myron Williams, we are committed to preserving our rich musical heritage while empowering the next generation to carry the sound of worship across the world.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%23121975″ google_fonts=”font_family:Raleway%3A100%2C200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800%2C900|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”2″ el_width=”80″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” full_width=”stretch_row” bg_type=”bg_color” bg_override=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1752852013527{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}” bg_color_value=”#121975″][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Join the Sound of Global Worship” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” google_fonts=”font_family:Raleway%3A100%2C200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800%2C900|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”Whether you’re a seasoned music director, a church musician, a choir member, or simply someone with a heart for praise \u2014 there\u2019s a place for you in the International Music Department. Explore our upcoming events, connect with your regional leadership, and discover how you can get involved in this powerful movement of music and ministry.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” google_fonts=”font_family:Raleway%3A100%2C200%2C300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700%2C800%2C900|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”3875″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1752855483960{padding: 0px !important;}”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”3877″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1752855648134{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1752855579147{border-right-width: 1px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;border-right-color: #121975 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1752856141813{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Our vision is to preserve the legacy of gospel music while igniting fresh expressions of worship \u2014 rooted in the Word and empowered by the Spirit \u2014 for the edification of the Church and the glory of God.<\/span><\/h5>\n

We believe, as Scripture says, \u201cOne generation shall praise Your works to another, and shall declare Your mighty acts\u201d<\/em> (Psalm 145:4<\/strong>) and that \u201cGod is spirit, and His worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth\u201d<\/em> (John 4:24<\/strong>).<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Our mission is to glorify God by equipping and mobilizing anointed singers, musicians, and worship leaders across the Church of God in Christ to minister with excellence, integrity, and power.<\/span><\/h5>\n

We are committed to cultivating a Spirit-filled sound that uplifts the body of Christ and advances the Kingdom through worship arts, as modeled in Psalm 33:3<\/em> \u2014 \u201cSing to Him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/h5>\n

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We lead<\/strong> worship at national\u00a0 conventions, including Holy Convocation, AIM, and the Leadership Conference.<\/span><\/h5>\n

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We develop<\/strong> musicians and worship leaders through training programs, masterclasses, and educational resources.<\/span><\/h5>\n

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We preserve<\/strong> the rich musical legacy of the COGIC church while embracing the diverse sounds and voices of a our current worship community.<\/span><\/h5>\n

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We create<\/strong> opportunities for youth and young adults to grow in skill and spiritual maturity through the ministry of music<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Elder Zaccaeus Hayslett<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dr. Derrick Starks<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Evangelist Rosaland Jones<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Superintendent C. Ivan Johnson<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Evangelist Kierra Sheard-Kelly<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Evangelist Chrystal Rucker<\/span>
\nVice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dr. Myron L. Williams<\/span>
\nInternational Minister of Music and Department President<\/span><\/p>\n

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With a heart for worship and a commitment to holiness, Dr. Myron Williams oversees choirs, musicians, and worship leaders from jurisdictions across the nation\u2014offering training, spiritual guidance, and creative direction. In collaboration with the International Music Department and church leadership, the International Minister of Music carries the responsibility of preserving COGIC\u2019s rich musical heritage while embracing the sound of a global church.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” full_width=”stretch_row_content” bg_type=”bg_color” bg_override=”full” bg_color_value=”#061159″][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”2″ el_width=”90″ accent_color=”#ffffff”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” content_placement=”middle” bg_type=”bg_color” bg_override=”full” bg_color_value=”#061159″ css=”.vc_custom_1752865155818{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1752865097332{margin: 0px !important;padding: 0px !important;}”][layerslider_vc id=”16″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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