Bishop's Convocation, January 2010

With a mixture of homespun wit and an obvious passion for ministry, visiting Bishop Richard Wilke charmed and energized the clergy gathered for the 60th annual Bishop’s Convocation on January 19–21.

The altar display created by the worship committee.

Dottie Morris provides accompaniment during worship.

Bishop Richard Wilke addresses the gathering in his first session.

Solomon’s Porch returned to entertain and inspire the convocation on Tuesday night.

Bishop Park welcomes Pastors Tom and Wendy Vencuss to the convocation, just days after their return from Haiti.

Tom Vencuss shares their story of the earthquake as Wendy waits to speak.

Bishop Park leads the body in a blessing for Tom and Wendy Vencuss.

The gathering blesses Pastors Tom and Wendy Vencuss, who have lead NYAC mission efforts in Haiti.

Tom, Bishop Park and Wendy sing a song of blessing.

Bishop Park addresses gathered body.

Some of those gathered for the 60th annual Bishop’s Convocation.

Bishop Wilke reads from Matthew 25 as he talks about connecting the church with the world.

LIE District Superintendent Andrienne Brewington preaches during closing worship.