Church Of God In Christ

By Dani!!!!

  • 1897

    Charles Harrison Mason, a former Baptist preacher, founds the "Church of God in Christ" in Lexington, Mississippi. The church initially starts as a small group of believers who are seeking a more expressive form of worship than what was offered by traditional Baptist churches.

  • 1907

    The Church of God in Christ experiences significant growth and establishes its headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee. Bishop Charles H. Mason becomes the first General Overseer of the church.

  • 1914

    The General Assembly of the Church of God in Christ is established, providing a centralized governing body for the denomination. The General Assembly meets annually to discuss church business and make decisions that affect the entire denomination.

  • 1917

    The first issue of the "Whole Truth" magazine is published. The magazine serves as a platform for COGIC leaders to share their views on various church-related issues and to inform members of important events and developments within the denomination.

  • 1920's

    The Church of God in Christ expands its presence beyond Memphis and begins to establish churches in different cities across the United States. COGIC also starts to organize annual convocations, which bring together members from different regions to worship and fellowship together.

  • 1927

    The National Women's Department is established within COGIC. The department is responsible for organizing women's ministries, promoting women's leadership within the church, and providing support and resources for women in the denomination.

  • 1930

    The Great Depression takes a toll on many COGIC churches, but the denomination continues to grow and expand its ministries. COGIC starts to establish Bible colleges and seminaries, which provide education and training for ministers and leaders within the church.

  • 1940

    World War II affects many COGIC churches, as many members are drafted into military service. Despite these challenges, COGIC continues to grow and establish new churches and ministries.

  • 1950

    The Civil Rights Movement plays a significant role in the growth of COGIC. Many COGIC leaders actively participate in the movement, advocating for racial equality and justice. COGIC also starts to establish international missions, with a particular focus on Africa and the Caribbean.

  • 1960

    The assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 deeply affects many COGIC members, who mourn the loss of a leader who had been closely aligned with the denomination. COGIC leaders continue to advocate for civil rights and social justice, and the church expands its presence in other parts of the world, including Europe and South America.

  • 1970

    COGIC experiences significant growth in membership and establishes new ministries, including outreach to youth and young adults. The denomination also becomes more involved in social and political issues, advocating for the rights of African Americans and other marginalized groups

  • 1980

    Bishop Louis Henry Ford becomes the first African American presiding bishop of COGIC, marking a historic milestone for the church. COGIC also establishes new ministries focused on health and wellness, including outreach to people living with HIV/AIDS.

  • 1990

    COGIC continues to grow and establish churches globally, with a particular focus on Africa, the Caribbean, and Europe. The denomination also becomes more involved in media and technology, launching a website and producing television programs and other media content.

  • 2000

    COGIC celebrates its centennial anniversary in 2007, marking 100 years of ministry and service. The denomination continues to expand its global reach, establishing new churches and ministries in Asia and other parts of the world. COGIC also becomes more involved in disaster relief efforts, providing assistance to communities affected by hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.

  • present

    The Church of God in Christ remains one of the largest and most influential Pentecostal denominations in the world, with millions of members and thousands of churches worldwide. COGIC continues to be involved in advocacy and outreach efforts, with a particular focus on addressing social and economic disparities in underserved communities.

  • present

    The denomination also remains committed to providing education and training for ministers and leaders within the church, and to promoting the values of faith, family, and community that have been central to its mission for over a century.