The INSIDER - VOLUME 18 SPRING/SUMMER 2022

RELIGIOUS EMPHASIS WEEK

As a faith - based institution, founded by ministers of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Religious Emphasis Week is an annual event in which the College pauses to collectively honor God and to join together for spiritual refreshment. With a multitude of engaging virtual activities throughout the week, the campus celebrated the significant occasion from February 21 - 23. Coordinated by Rev. Dr. Jamie L. Capers, Campus Minister, the 2022 Religious Emphasis Week included: · Opening Worship Service led by Dr. Edward Robinson · Lecture series Part I led by Rev. Dr. Matt Boulter · Midday Devotion led by Ms. Ruby Smith

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· Lecture Series Part II led by Rev. Brian Lightner · Closing Worship Service led by Rev. Dr. Kai Horn Listed below is a photograph and an abbreviated biography of each speaker.

Dr. Edward Robinson serves as the minister of the North Tenneha Church of Christ in Tyler. In addition to his ministerial duties, Dr. Robinson is also a faculty member at Texas College, serving as a History Professor.

Rev. Dr. Matt Boulter serves as the Associate Rector of the Christ Church in Tyler, Texas.

Rev. Dr. Jamie L. Capers serves as the proud pastor of the Miles Chapel CME Church in Tyler, Texas. In addition to his service to Miles Chapel, Dr. Capers is also the Campus Minister, as well as Instructor of Religion, at Texas College.

Ms. Ruby Smith is a member of the Greater New Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. She is also a staff member at Texas College, serving as the Business Office Cashier.

Rev. Brian Lightner serves as the Senior Pastor of St. James CME Church in Tyler, Texas.

Rev. Dr. Kai Horn serves as the pastor of Hopewell Temple CME Church in Texarkana, Texas.

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