WI Northwest Jurisdiction of the Church of God In Christ celebrates 20th anniversary of Dr. Grace Davis Harris as jurisdictional supervisor of women

On Monday, August 12, 2024 at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Brown Deer, the Wisconsin Northwest Jurisdiction of the Church of God In Christ (COGIC) celebrated the 20th anniversary of Dr. Grace Davis Harris as jurisdictional supervisor of women.

It was a tribute to the remarkable achievements and phenomenal leadership of a woman who has made significant contributions to youth, women, civic and community organizations here in Wisconsin and elsewhere since November 2003. Dr. Harris is a renowned, highly sought-after, dynamic speaker; gifted author, and anointed psalmist. In 2017, Dr. Harris was appointed by Mother Barbara McCoo Lewis to serve as the church’s Administrative Facilitator of Educational Initiatives for the International Department of Women, making her one of the highest-ranking women in the largest Pentecostal denomination in the United States.

The 20th anniversary event attracted hundreds of attendees, marking a vibrant and heartfelt celebration of Dr. Harris’ 20th year milestone. It was full of musical performances, and special presentations, such as The Pink Diamond Cover Girls, a program which mentors young teens with an emphasis on church and community engagement, which Harris created.

Dr. Harris, a recipient of the Milwaukee Times Black Excellence Award in 2008. In honor of this milestone Dr. Harris received Resolutions and Proclamations from civic officials including Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee Common Council, and County Executive, congratulatory letters were tendered by United States Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Tammy Baldwin, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, and Governor Tony Evers.

Some of the various speakers included Jurisdictional Prelate and COGIC General Board Member Bishop C. H. McClelland, Mother Georgia Allen; Lady Prentiss McClelland; Dr. Barbara Gillespie Washington; and the General Supervisor of COGIC, Inc. Mother Barbara McCoo Lewis honoring Dr. Harris’ dedication and service, proclaiming to all, “You’re a Survivor.” Congratulations Dr. Harris on 20 years!