40th Annual Church of Christ Ladies Lectureship Retreat
Christian Women:
Living
Overflow
in the
MARCH 25 - 28, 2027
LOUISIANA
New Orleans,
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
OUR HISTORY
Celebrating decades of faith, leadership,
and the women who have shaped the legacy
of the Ladies Lectureship Retreat.
1985- 1991 Founding Years
The Church of Christ Ladies Lectureship Retreat began 38 years ago at Spring Lake Church of Christ, now Country Club Drive Church of Christ in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Sister Mattie B. McIntosh proposed the retreat as an outreach of the Ladies' Bible Class under the leadership of Minister John Marshall.
She served as chair from 1986 to 1991, and Sister Winnie Jewel Wright served as co-chair.
Mattie B. McIntosh
Winnie Jewel Wright
In 1991, Minister Paul L. R. Mason selected Sister Elizabeth "Betty" Mason, as chair and Sister Winnie Jewel Wright continued as co-chair. Sister Elizabeth "Betty" Mason chaired from 1992 to 2012.
The Community Project is given in her honor. The Gala and the Founder's Award honor Sister Mattie B. McIntosh. The Winnie Jewel Wright Health Fair and the Winnie Jewel Wright Scholarship are named in honor of Sister Winnie Jewel Wright.
1992- 2012 Building a Legacy
Elizabeth "Betty" Mason
2012- 2026 Strengthening the Legacy
In 2012, Minister Paul L.R. Mason selected Sister Elsie Gilliam as chair. She began serving in 2013 and continued under the leadership of Minister Chris Covington. In 2024, the Sister To Sister Award was established to honor Sister Elsie Gilliam. She has been supported by Co-Chairs Sister Debra Biddle and Sister Jeanette Moore. With the help of her Dream Team and the ladies of Country Club Drive Church of Christ, the retreat has grown to more than 2,000 attendees. Her prayer was that every woman would be inspired to walk in her God given purpose.
After years of dedicated leadership, Sister Elisie Gilliam retired from her role as Chair of the Ladies Lectureship Retreat, leaving a legacy of growth, unity, and unwavering commitment to this Sisterhood. Her leadership has helped shape and strengthen this retreat into what it is today.
Elsie Gilliam
Jeanette Moore
As the retreat continues to grow,
it's leadership steps into a new chapter
of faith and purpose.
2027- A New Chapter
Sister Jeanette Moore steps into the role of Chair of the Ladies Lectureship Retreat, continuing a legacy of faith, service, and Sisterhood established over the years.
With more than 13 years of leadership experience, including serving as Co-Chair and Acting Chair, she brings a deep understanding of the retreat's purpose and a steadfast commitment to its continued growth.
As the retreat moves forward, her leadership is centered on unity, spiritual growth, and encouraging women to live fully in the promises of God. Under her guidance, the retreat continues to grow as a place where women are encouraged, connected, and strengthened in their faith.
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