Rev. Sharon for Historiographer: A Weekend with Bishop Sarah- San Antonio

Last weekend was filled with two wonderful events for Quest 2012. Bishop Sarah F. Davis and Supervisor Claytie Davis were present to support my aspiration for Historiographer/Executive Director of Research & Scholarship. The theme for the weekend was “Moving Forward in a Season of Change”. The first evening was an intimate fellowship dinner held at the Fort Sam Houston Golf Clubhouse on Friday, January 21, 2011. It was a full house and all enjoyed listening to Bishop Sarah and Supervisor Claytie share their experiences of conducting ministry in the 16^th Episcopal District, and especially the ongoing critical situation in Haiti. Bishop Jim Dorff from the UMC attended and welcomed Bishop Sarah Davis back to the Southwest Texas region.

Saturday morning was another elegant affair. The Brunch featuring Bishop Sarah was simply amazing! Persons travelled from Austin, Corpus Christi, and Dallas Texas - even members from Districts 1 and 2 were present! Of course, Bethel AME and Bethel UMC, San Antonio represented their beloved sister/ daughter!

The connectional AME Church continues to surprise me as I discover how relationships are cultivated and sustained within our transnational Zion. Rev. Joni Russ served as a dynamic Worship leader! Even the County Commissioner, The Honorable Tommy Adkisson who attended to present a resolution to Bishop Sarah commented upon her charismatic personality as she led us well.

Bishop Sarah preached a powerful sermon from the text Isaiah 42. She reminded us all to stay keenly aware of the place from which we receive our instruction and to hold firmly to the decision to listen only to the voice of God.

Dr. Raye Adkins and a special Planning Committee from the Southwest Texas Conference worked tirelessly to make sure that these events were thoughtfully planned and smoothly executed. I am so grateful to have such dynamic supporters in my corner! Special thanks to them and everyone who attended, supported financially, lifted us in prayer and otherwise showed support for my effort.

I’ve posted some miscellaneous photographs that do simply do not justice the wonderful time that was had with family, loved ones and supporters near and far!

Thank you,
Rev, Sharon