40th Annual Church of Christ Ladies Lectureship Retreat
Christian Women:
Living
Overflow!
in the
Romans 15:13
Awards & Scholarships
Below are the criteria and deadlines for the 2027awards and scholarships. Please read the Additional Criteria section at the end before submitting your nomination.
In honor of founder, Sis. Mattie Blackstone McIntosh,
nominate a faithful,
dedicated sister of the Church of Christ.
Mattie Blackstone McIntosh Founders Award
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Write an essay (250-400 words), on your congregation's letterhead.
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Tell us why this sister deserves the Founder's Award.
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Include a picture
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This sister Wins a beautiful keepsake.
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This sister Wins a FREE Registration to the next retreat!!*
LaTeacha A. Coleman Foundation Award
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Ages 8 to 12: $250 grant
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Good student
- Submit a 100-word essay on the retreat's theme
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- Ages 13 to 17: $500 grant
- Good student
- Submit a 300-word essay on the retreat's theme
- Ages 18 to 30: $750 grant
- Community involvement
- Submit a 500-word essay on the retreat's theme
Each winner also receives the following:
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Sash embroidered "LaTeacha A. Coleman Foundation 2027"
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Crown
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Certificate
Winnie Jewel Scholarship
For a faithful, committed sister in a Church of Christ congregation
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In good academic standing
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Submit a 250 - 400 word essay describing how you serve in the Lord's Kingdom
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Include academic record and community involvement
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Submit on your congregation's letterhead
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Include a recent photo
Contributions
Elizabeth "Betty" Mason Community Project
God placed a special calling on her life not only to reach people with her bon eautiful, humble spirit, but also through her dedicated service as the Chair of the church of Christ Ladies Lectureship Retreat until her retirement in 2012. Betty believed that the ladies retreat should make an impact in the communities we visited. She specifically wanted to make a difference in th lives of women needing hope, refuge, counseling and education. In 2021 the Elizabeth "Betty" Mason Community Project was established in her honor.
Elsie Gilliam Sister 2 Sister
A paid registration will be given to a minimum of 15 faithful and committed sisters. A one paragraph essay must be submitted on your congregation's letter-head explaining why this sister needs assistance, signed by the submitter and the minister or leader of the congregation. All names will be put into a drawing and the selectors will be notified after the February 20, 2027 deadline.*
Southwestern Christian College
Southwestern Christian College is located in Terrell, TX. It is the only Historically Black College and University (HBCU) sponsored by members of th Church of Christ. It is accredited as a four year level two education college, limited to Bachelor's degree in Bible and religious education with a two year associate program in liberal arts. It recieves support from different organizations of the Churches of Christ each year.
The Retreat gives their attendees the opportunity to donate financial support (tax deductible) to help students get their degree and also assist brothers to become ministers to help grow God's kingdom.
~ Additional Criteria ~
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Nominees must be present at the 2026 Ladies Lectureship-Retreat to win.
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Emailed submissions must be received by March 6, 2026.
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Mailed submissions must be postmarked by February 20, 2026.
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Include a telephone number or email address so we can confirm receipt.
Emailed submissions must include both addresses:
Send to: cocllr_cochairmoore@yahoo.com
Mail to:
Church of Christ Ladies Retreat
Attn: Rochelle Copeland
P.O. Box 9843
Fayetteville, NC 28301