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W. F. Washington
Theological institute
(Formerly known as the ministers' institute conference - MIC)
january 20-25, 2025
"Old Error IN New Robes" (Galatians 1:5)
"W. F. Washington Theological Institute"
Ministers' Institute (MI)
January 20-25, 2025
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hosted by the New Golden Heights Church of Christ
General Theme: "Old Error in New Robes"
2025 Conference Information
The Ministers' Institute (MI) also known as the W. F. Washington Theological Institute, is the oldest and most celebrated "CONFERENCE" among African American Churches of Christ. The Ministers' Institute Conference is scheduled once again to convene during the dates of January 20-25, 2025, in South Florida.
Registration cost per individual will remain at $160.00 and the selected theme is entitled: "Old Error in New Robes."
Additional information concerning this monumental gathering will be forthcoming soon!
"Daily Seminarian Presentations"
"Thursday Evening Honor Banquet"
"Washington-Wells Lecture Series"
Theological Constructs and Biblical Interpretation"
"Evening Vespers with Powerful Gospel Preaching"
"Women's Division Program"
At the National Lectureship Advisory Committee meeting held on June 6, 2017, in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Harvey M. Jackson, National Coordinator of the Ministers’ Institute Conference (MIC), announced that the Conference will undergo a name change beginning in the year 2018.
According to Dr. Jackson, it was unanimously decided by those who attend the MIC that the name should be changed to reflect the legacy of its founder. With this in mind, the name of the MIC will now be called the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute.”
The Institute has proven itself to be an indispensable resource for preachers, church leaders and students of the Scripture. However, it is imperative that the legacy of Dr. W. F. Washington be embraced and preserved for generations that will follow. Therefore, we believe it is appropriate to rename the Ministers’ Institute Conference to the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute” in recognition of this legendary “Defender of the Faith.”
The 44th Annual "W. F. Washington Theological Institute" will offer several different tracks of workshops. Each of the tracks will be structured programmatically so that attendees will have the opportunity and privilege to attend all of them at least once during the Institute.
It would greatly facilitate the prosecution of the availability of the tracks
if each attendee would pre-register in advance.
Standard Features of the W. F. Washington Theological Institute Include:
Evening Vespers with Powerful Gospel Preaching
Enhancing Women’s Division
Wednesday Evening Ministerial Awards Recognition and "Honor Banquet"
New York Theological Seminary - New York City, NY
…continuing The Biblical Seminary in New York
We are pleased to announce that a partnership with New York Theological Seminary of New York City to offer a Certificate Program in Christian Ministry online has been established with the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute.” This new Certificate Program in Christian Ministry is a one-year intensive non-degree program designed for ordained ministers, lay pastors, people who are in leadership positions within the church, and anyone seeking additional in-depth knowledge of the Scripture.
New York Theological Seminary of New York City is a “non-denominational” institution accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) of the United States and Canada and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. Let it be understood that ATS accreditation is considered by many to be the “gold standard” among theological seminaries and faith-based institutions.
"WFW Theological Institute" National and Regional Staff
National Institute Staff
W.F. Washington, Ph.D., Founder and Host Minister
Dr. Harvey M. Jackson, National Coordinator
Gloria Butler, National Women's Conference Coordinator
Lynne Connor, Ph.D., National Program Director
Regional Staff Coordinators
Dr. Steven N. Thompson - Milwaukee, WI
Dr. David C. Penn - Chicago, IL
Leroy Butler, Jr. - Valdosta, GA
DonBurnell Holly - Memphis, TN
Samuell Pounds - Winter Haven, FL
Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers - Winston-Salem, NC
Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III - Dallas, TX
Dr. Luis R. Lugo, Sr. - Tampa, FL
Dr. Olu Shabazz - New York City, NY
Regional Women's Division Coordinators
Gloria Butler, Regional Women's Coordinator
Celeste Rupert, Regional Women's Coordinator
Practical Intent and Guidance
Participate in Plenary and Fiat Lux Workshops and Seminars
Gain Insight into 21st Century Church Administration
Network and Fellowship with a Cross-Section of Men of God from Across the Nation
Participate in a Christian Atmosphere Where the Issues and the Holy Bible is the Answer
Interactive Seminarian Sessions for Ministers Only
Leaders' Sessions for Church Leaders Only
The "W. F. Washington Theological Institute" Has Acknowledged the Following Individuals for their Devotion and Dedication to the Prophetic Proclamation of the Gospel:
Past Recipients of the “Humanitarian Service” Award
Franklin Florence, Sr.
Dr. Andrew J. Hairston
Dr. Harvey M. Jackson
Dr. Richard L. Barclay
Dr. Arnelious Crenshaw, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “John Henry Clay” Award
Dr. James Michael Crusoe
Samuell Pounds
Leroy Butler, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “R. N. Hogan” Award
Dr. Jules Hutton
John Harris
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward
Peter Martin
Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “J. S. Winston” Award
Dr. Freeman T. Wyche
Dr. David Shanks
Dr. Shelton T. W. Gibbs, III
Past Recipients of the “Living Legend” Award
Dr. John Henry Clay 2004
Dr. Humphrey Foutz 2005
Dr. Nokomis Yeldell 2006
Dr. Clyde Muse 2007
Dr. Roosevelt C. Wells 2008
Dr. Eugene Lawton 2009
Dr. Jack Evans, Sr. 2010
Dr. W. F. Washington 2011
Theaster Maloy 2017
Joseph Brown 2018
Dr. Daniel Harrison 2019
2015 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Samuell Pounds
2016 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward
2017 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
DonBurnell Holly
2018 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Dr. Olu Shabazz
2019 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Cecil B. Herndon (In Absentia)
2015 Recipient of the WFWTI Ministerial "Longevity Award"
Dr. Ralph P. Smith, Sr.
2016 Recipient of the WFWTI Ministerial "Longevity Award"
Elijah Bush, Sr.
2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 WFWTI "Congregation Highest Attendance Award"
Carver Road Church of Christ - Winston-Salem, NC - Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers, Jr.
In Matters of Doctrine... UNITY
In Matters of Opinion... LIBERTY
In All Matters... LOVE
"Emphasizing Truth and Exposing Error"
Ministers' Institute (MI)
January 20-25, 2025
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hosted by the New Golden Heights Church of Christ
General Theme: "Old Error in New Robes"
2025 Conference Information
The Ministers' Institute (MI) also known as the W. F. Washington Theological Institute, is the oldest and most celebrated "CONFERENCE" among African American Churches of Christ. The Ministers' Institute Conference is scheduled once again to convene during the dates of January 20-25, 2025, in South Florida.
Registration cost per individual will remain at $160.00 and the selected theme is entitled: "Old Error in New Robes."
Additional information concerning this monumental gathering will be forthcoming soon!
"Daily Seminarian Presentations"
"Thursday Evening Honor Banquet"
"Washington-Wells Lecture Series"
Theological Constructs and Biblical Interpretation"
"Evening Vespers with Powerful Gospel Preaching"
"Women's Division Program"
At the National Lectureship Advisory Committee meeting held on June 6, 2017, in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Harvey M. Jackson, National Coordinator of the Ministers’ Institute Conference (MIC), announced that the Conference will undergo a name change beginning in the year 2018.
According to Dr. Jackson, it was unanimously decided by those who attend the MIC that the name should be changed to reflect the legacy of its founder. With this in mind, the name of the MIC will now be called the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute.”
The Institute has proven itself to be an indispensable resource for preachers, church leaders and students of the Scripture. However, it is imperative that the legacy of Dr. W. F. Washington be embraced and preserved for generations that will follow. Therefore, we believe it is appropriate to rename the Ministers’ Institute Conference to the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute” in recognition of this legendary “Defender of the Faith.”
The 44th Annual "W. F. Washington Theological Institute" will offer several different tracks of workshops. Each of the tracks will be structured programmatically so that attendees will have the opportunity and privilege to attend all of them at least once during the Institute.
It would greatly facilitate the prosecution of the availability of the tracks
if each attendee would pre-register in advance.
Standard Features of the W. F. Washington Theological Institute Include:
Evening Vespers with Powerful Gospel Preaching
Enhancing Women’s Division
Wednesday Evening Ministerial Awards Recognition and "Honor Banquet"
New York Theological Seminary - New York City, NY
…continuing The Biblical Seminary in New York
We are pleased to announce that a partnership with New York Theological Seminary of New York City to offer a Certificate Program in Christian Ministry online has been established with the “W. F. Washington Theological Institute.” This new Certificate Program in Christian Ministry is a one-year intensive non-degree program designed for ordained ministers, lay pastors, people who are in leadership positions within the church, and anyone seeking additional in-depth knowledge of the Scripture.
New York Theological Seminary of New York City is a “non-denominational” institution accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) of the United States and Canada and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. Let it be understood that ATS accreditation is considered by many to be the “gold standard” among theological seminaries and faith-based institutions.
"WFW Theological Institute" National and Regional Staff
National Institute Staff
W.F. Washington, Ph.D., Founder and Host Minister
Dr. Harvey M. Jackson, National Coordinator
Gloria Butler, National Women's Conference Coordinator
Lynne Connor, Ph.D., National Program Director
Regional Staff Coordinators
Dr. Steven N. Thompson - Milwaukee, WI
Dr. David C. Penn - Chicago, IL
Leroy Butler, Jr. - Valdosta, GA
DonBurnell Holly - Memphis, TN
Samuell Pounds - Winter Haven, FL
Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers - Winston-Salem, NC
Dr. Shelton Gibbs, III - Dallas, TX
Dr. Luis R. Lugo, Sr. - Tampa, FL
Dr. Olu Shabazz - New York City, NY
Regional Women's Division Coordinators
Gloria Butler, Regional Women's Coordinator
Celeste Rupert, Regional Women's Coordinator
Practical Intent and Guidance
Participate in Plenary and Fiat Lux Workshops and Seminars
Gain Insight into 21st Century Church Administration
Network and Fellowship with a Cross-Section of Men of God from Across the Nation
Participate in a Christian Atmosphere Where the Issues and the Holy Bible is the Answer
Interactive Seminarian Sessions for Ministers Only
Leaders' Sessions for Church Leaders Only
The "W. F. Washington Theological Institute" Has Acknowledged the Following Individuals for their Devotion and Dedication to the Prophetic Proclamation of the Gospel:
Past Recipients of the “Humanitarian Service” Award
Franklin Florence, Sr.
Dr. Andrew J. Hairston
Dr. Harvey M. Jackson
Dr. Richard L. Barclay
Dr. Arnelious Crenshaw, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “John Henry Clay” Award
Dr. James Michael Crusoe
Samuell Pounds
Leroy Butler, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “R. N. Hogan” Award
Dr. Jules Hutton
John Harris
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward
Peter Martin
Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers, Jr.
Past Recipients of the “J. S. Winston” Award
Dr. Freeman T. Wyche
Dr. David Shanks
Dr. Shelton T. W. Gibbs, III
Past Recipients of the “Living Legend” Award
Dr. John Henry Clay 2004
Dr. Humphrey Foutz 2005
Dr. Nokomis Yeldell 2006
Dr. Clyde Muse 2007
Dr. Roosevelt C. Wells 2008
Dr. Eugene Lawton 2009
Dr. Jack Evans, Sr. 2010
Dr. W. F. Washington 2011
Theaster Maloy 2017
Joseph Brown 2018
Dr. Daniel Harrison 2019
2015 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Samuell Pounds
2016 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward
2017 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
DonBurnell Holly
2018 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Dr. Olu Shabazz
2019 Recipient of the "W. F. Washington Distinguished Evangelist Award"
Cecil B. Herndon (In Absentia)
2015 Recipient of the WFWTI Ministerial "Longevity Award"
Dr. Ralph P. Smith, Sr.
2016 Recipient of the WFWTI Ministerial "Longevity Award"
Elijah Bush, Sr.
2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 WFWTI "Congregation Highest Attendance Award"
Carver Road Church of Christ - Winston-Salem, NC - Dr. Jefferson R. Caruthers, Jr.
In Matters of Doctrine... UNITY
In Matters of Opinion... LIBERTY
In All Matters... LOVE
"Emphasizing Truth and Exposing Error"
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