by Eron Henry | Aug 16, 2021 | Blog, News, News
First Woman Elected President of United States-Based Baptist Group
Dr. Gina Stewart is the first woman elected president of the Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society, and the first female president of a national African American Baptist mission agency or convention.
This distinction sets her apart and emphasizes her sterling contribution to Baptist life and witness and to the broader Christian community.
Senior pastor of Christ Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, Dr. Stewart was installed during the 124th Lott Carey Annual Session held August 10-12 in Atlanta, Georgia, and streamed virtually.
She has brought with her a wealth of experience. She is a member of the Advisory Council for the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University, Co-Convener for the Women in Ministry Conference, a Trustee for the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Pastors’ Conference, and a board member for the March of Dimes. She is founder of Greater Works, a nonprofit devoted to philanthropy and ministry development
Dr. Stewart is a former member of the Advisory Board for The African American Pulpit, The National Civil Rights Museum and Bread for the World.
A sought-after speaker, she has preached at notable events such as the Hampton University Minister’s Conference in Virginia and was inducted into the Martin Luther King Board of Preachers, Class of 2018.
The Tennessee native has been recognized with several prestigious awards. The long list of honors includes being the first female to receive the Carter G. Woodson Award from Southwest Community College in February 2013, the Living Legends Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the community, and the Pastor of the Year award from Citizens for Better Service.
Dr. Stewart’s association with Lott Carey goes back two decades. She gave distinguished service as a Team Leader for the Pastoral Excellence Network, one of Lott Carey’s longstanding programs, and previously served the mission agency as Second Vice President and First Vice President.
She succeeds Rev. Gregory Jackson of Hackensack, New Jersey, who was president from 2018-2021.
“I believe God is pleased with this. With Dr. Stewart and her election and selection to be president,” Rev. Jackson said. “She has been working in Lott Carey for several years. She’s been second vice president, first vice president, and now president. She was part of the Pastoral Excellence program. She has journeyed around the world and has ministered with people. She is ready.”
“Dr. Stewart’s ascendency to the presidency of Lott Carey is not only historic but also providential,” said Lott Carey Executive Secretary-Treasurer Rev. Emmett Dunn. “I celebrate this moment and welcome Dr. Stewart as a co-laborer for the Kingdom and look forward to working with her executive team of leaders to advance the ministry and mission of Lott Carey.”
She is author of We’ve Got Next: HERstory in HIStory. Her work has been featured in other publications such as Faith: Christian Leaders Reflect on the Election of Barack Obama, What We Love About the Black Church: Can We Get A Witness? and Black Practical Theology.
The new president heads a body with long term mission engagements in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, North America, Oceania, and South America.
“Dr. Stewart stands tall not as a female leader but as a leader. Her notoriety transcends Baptist boundaries, which is an asset to the Lott Carey network,” said Rev. Dunn.
“I believe Lott Carey will expand its national and international footprint because of the visionary and prophetic giftedness she brings to our missional community. Above all, this historic moment crystalizes that indeed, ‘at Lott Carey everybody is somebody.’”
“What a joy it is to affirm the election of Rev. Dr. Gina Stewart as the next national President of Lott Carey and the first female president in its great history,” declared Dr. John M. Alexander, Jr., Chair of the Lott Carey Board of Directors.
“Dr. Stewart was faithful to Lott Carey prior to being elected to leadership in the convention. I watched her faithfulness as Second Vice President, and I was uplifted and encouraged observing her progressive and unwavering support as First Vice President. I am convinced that under Dr. Stewart’s dynamic leadership, she will lift Lott Carey to higher heights in missions locally, nationally, and globally.”
Established in 1897, Lott Carey is based in the Washington DC Metro Area and provides financial support and technical assistance in leadership development, education, training, healthcare, advocacy, and other services.
For additional information and to give support, go to the Lott Carey website at https://lottcarey.org, or email lottcarey@lottcarey.org.
by Eron Henry | Aug 16, 2021 | Blog, News, News
124th Lott Carey Annual Session
Engage: Transforming the World through Missions
August 10-12, 2021
| The 124th Annual Session of the Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission will convene, August 10-12, 2021 on a virtual platform. Our host Pastor for this year’s conference is Rev. Dr. Emory Berry, Jr., Senior Pastor, Greenforest Baptist Church, Decatur, GA. |
| Our theme is, Engage – Transforming the World through Missions and our sub-themes are, Advocacy/Justice (Psalm 82:3-4; Proverbs 31:8-9); Empowerment (Joshua 1:9; Philippians 4:13); and Evangelism (Matthew 28:19-20), Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. Each day will begin with Morning Devotion/Meditation at 6:30 AM (EST) and conclude with an evening worship service beginning at 7:00 PM (EST). Throughout the day, there will be opportunities for you to engage in Pastoral Excellence Network programming, a three-part series on Ministering to the Incarcerated, Mission Education and more! This year, mission education students will have two option in which to receive his or her mission study book; via mail or e-book. Be sure to use the code ‘LOTC21’ when ordering to receive your discount. Lastly, the Hope Missionaries are back by popular demand. And, our International Youth Development department will present, EMERGE: THE NEXT CHAPTER, one day only, Wednesday, August 11, 2021, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. |
Other Resources:
Adult Schedule (Tuesday)
Adult Schedule (Wednesday)
Adult Schedule (Thursday)
Hope Missionary Schedule (ages 6 – 12)
IYD Schedule (ages 13 – 18)
by Eron Henry | Aug 12, 2021 | Blog, News, News
Rev. Gregory Jackson Completes Service as Lott Carey President
Rev. Gregory Jackson of Hackensack, New Jersey, completes three years as president of the Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society. This follows on previous stints as first vice president and second vice president of the international mission agency.
Recently retired after 36 years as senior pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Hackensack, Rev. Jackson has had a stellar vocation as pastor, mentor, denominational leader, encourager, and guide.
His reach has been both local and global. His influence encompassing the pastoral, missional, educational, and ecumenical spheres.
Rev. Jackson is a former president of New Brunswick Theological Seminary Board of Trustees in New Jersey and is a past president of the Hackensack Fellowship of Black Churches. He previously served on the General Council of the Baptist World Alliance and the board of the Baptist-Islamic Taskforce.
While president of Lott Carey, Rev. Jackson oversaw the transition of leadership of the global mission agency. Rev. Emmett Dunn succeeded Dr. David Goatley as executive secretary-treasurer after Dr. Goatley accepted a professorship at Duke Divinity School in North Carolina.
Rev. Jackson was instrumental in working with Rev. Dunn in guiding Lott Carey through the difficult Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, ensuring it remains true to its mission while being frugal in fulfilling its financial and other obligations.
“Rev. Jackson’s tenure as President, was impacted by the pandemic. Driven by his passion for missions and his compassion for God’s people, he advanced the ministry and mission of Lott Carey with zeal, commitment, and humility,” said Rev. Dunn.
“I am forever grateful to him for his leadership, guidance, and support. Rev. Jackson is a shining example of a servant leader. My entrance into Lott Carey was made a lot easier because of the prayers and support of President Gregory Jackson.”
Rev. Jackson is being succeeded by Dr. Gina Stewart, the first woman elected Lott Carey president, and the first female president of a national African American Baptist mission agency or convention. Dr. Stewart is senior pastor of Christ Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee.
Established in 1897, Lott Carey has long term mission engagements in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, North America, Oceania, and South America.
Lott Carey is based in the Washington DC Metro Area and provides financial support and technical assistance in leadership development, education, training, healthcare, advocacy, and other services.
For additional information and to give support, go to the Lott Carey website at https://lottcarey.org, or email lottcarey@lottcarey.org.
by Eron Henry | Aug 12, 2021 | Blog, News, News
Lott Carey Deepens International Mission Despite Global Pandemic
Despite the adverse impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society continues to support 14 ministries in 11 countries.
These include disaster relief in the United States, education in Liberia, skills training for young adults in Jamaica, healthcare services in Guyana and India, and victims of sexual slavery in Ethiopia and South Africa.
Updates were provided by Executive Secretary-Treasurer Rev. Emmett Dunn in his report to the 124th Annual Session of Lott Carey held August 10-12 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Meetings are streamed virtually and include interactive participation by global partners in various countries.
Lott Carey supports churches, pastors and communities in Kenya, Nigeria, and Haiti, assists with theological training for pastors and church leaders in Zimbabwe, provides HIV/AIDS education, prevention, care, and support in Ethiopia and sent medical supplies to Kenya.
“We work with people from various ethnic identities, diverse Christian traditions, and different faith communities around shared values and interests to help build a better world,” Rev. Dunn said.
Lott Carey continues to sponsor several programs. More than 12,000 students receive education in Liberia, India, Nigeria, and Guyana. A grant from the Lilly Endowment supports the Thriving in Ministry, which “is designed to expose church leaders and lead pastors to reimagine how to do ministry in an ever-changing environment.”
In the United States, disaster assistance was offered to affected communities in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Jackson, Mississippi, Houston and Dallas-Fort-Worth, Texas, and Puerto Rico.
Lott Carey is based in the Washington DC Metro Area and provides financial support and technical assistance in leadership development, education, training, healthcare, advocacy, and other services.
For additional information and to give support, go to the Lott Carey website at https://lottcarey.org, or email ehenry@lottcarey.org.
by Eron Henry | Aug 11, 2021 | Blog, News, News
Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society Holds Annual Session
The Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society holds its 124th Annual Session from August 10-12 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Meetings will be streamed live and host interactive online participation.
Highlights include the installation of Dr. Gina Stewart, senior pastor of Christ Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, as the first woman president of the international mission agency.
Gathering under the theme, “Engage – Transforming the World through Missions,” the Annual Session includes presentations and discussions on social justice ministries of the Black Church and tackles specific issues such as Ministering to the Incarcerated and a just resolution to the Arab-Israeli Conflict.
In response to the Covid-19 outbreak and similar threats, meetings will explore doing ministry and engaging pastorally during a pandemic, especially to families directly affected by the disease and the mental health challenges faced by youth.
Reports will be received from, and interactive sessions held, with global partners.
Established in 1897, Lott Carey has long term mission engagements in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, North America, Oceania, and South America.
Based in the Washington DC Metro Area, Lott Carey provides financial support and technical assistance in leadership development, education, training, healthcare, advocacy, and other services.
For additional information and to give support, go to the Lott Carey website at https://lottcarey.org, or email lottcarey@lottcarey.org.
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