Rev.
Marilyn's Installation !
On Saturday April 12, 2008 at 11 AM, the Reverend Marilyn Olivia
Bowens was installed as Pastor of MCC New Haven.
The choir.
Tom O introduces Mrs. Clara Bowens, Marilyns mother.
Readings: Romans 8:28-39 and Phillipians 3:7-16
The Responsive Prayer is led by Kate, Jessica, Terri
Lee and Kris.
Our Music Director Beth Styles leads the choir with
special music!
An Affirmation of Ministry presented by Rev. Belva Boone (Senior
Pastor of St. John's MCC in Raleigh, NC) and one of Marilyn's
mentors.
Rev. Elder Diane Fisher presides during "The Order
For Installation"
Symbolic presentation of gifts by Harry, Barbara
and Tomas: a Bible, Oil for Annointing, and a Stole.
Laying on of hands.
Rev. Elder Diane Fisher,on behalf of Region 5 and Metropolitan
Community Churches declares Rev. Marilyn Bowens installed as pastor
and teacher of the Metropolitan Community Church of New Haven.
Thanks be to God.
A "living" gift presented by Bonnie Gale
on behalf of the MCCNH congregation.
A special Thank-You to the attendees!
Lauren leads us in some more special music!
Time to Celebrate
!
The luncheon.
Cutting the cake!
A green robe! Thanks
to Vondeen who made the both the blue one worn by Marilyn during
the service, and this one.
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