PILGRIM ASSEMBLIES INTERNATIONAL
28th HOLY CONVOCATION
Sacred Service of Elevation & Consecration
SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2018 AT 11:00am RENAISSANCE CONVENTION CENTER
1338-44 Broadway Brooklyn, NY 11211
ARCHBISHOP GEORGE MALACHI SHORTS FIRST ASSISTANT
ARCHBISHOP-DESIGNATE RONALD HOPKINS SECOND ASSISTANT
ARCHBISHOP WILLIAM HUDSON III, CHIEF PRELATE
History of the Assemblies
The origin of Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc., was established by the vision of
Reverend Roy E. Brown, who desired to promote spiritual continuity through prayer,
directions and mutual accountability among the Christian community as well as to raise up
leaders with similar vision to reach the lost and the poor with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
It was during his service of Consecration to the Bishopric on July 18, 1990, by Bishop
Chandler D. Owens, the Chief Consecrator, which also was the Annual Day of Prayer for
Pilgrim Church that Bishop Roy E. Brown presented and set forth his vision of Pilgrim
Assemblies to the gathered saints as the General Overseer.
On April 9, 1994 the Episcopal Consecration of the first eight Bishops of Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc. by Bishop Roy E. Brown, was held during the Fifth Holy
Convocation in Brooklyn, NY. Those designated to be consecrated were: Reverend Carlyle
Krishna Chankersingh, Reverend Elijah Bernard Jordan, Reverend Charles Joseph Reed,
Reverend Robert Joel Rochford, Reverend George Malachi Shorts, Reverend Donald
Eugene Burwell, Reverend Claude Odell Timmons and Reverend Richard David Moore.
January 1996 witnessed the Episcopal Consecration of Reverend Gladstone Botwana
(Pretoria/Soweto, South Africa) and Reverend Reginald Twumasi (Ghana, West Africa);
both consecrations were among their local fellowship. In this same year Bishop Roy E.
Brown was confirmed in Apostolic Succession and elevated to the office of Archbishop and
he was established as the Chief Prelate and Presiding Bishop of Pilgrim Assemblies
International, Inc.
Among episcopate's that gathered in to the assembly and were recognized are Bishop Alvin
J. Crone, Bishop Keith Wright Sr. and Bishop Julius A. Sloane. In 1998, was the additional
Episcopal Consecration of Reverend Kent David Branch (Atlanta, GA) and Reverend
Jeffery James Archangel (New Iberia, LA) added to the Assemblies.
During the PAI Holy Convocation on July 10, 2010, Archbishop Roy E. Brown consecrated
the following men to the Episcopacy: Bishop Lester Livingstone Bradford, Bishop Mario
Ford, Bishop Ronald Hopkins, Bishop Myles Howard, Bishop William Hudson III, Bishop
William Alfred Martin, Bishop Donald Wayne Oliver, Bishop Orrin Keith Pullings, Bishop
Allen Ray Rivers, Bishop Charlie James Robinson Sr, Bishop Eugene Seay II, and Bishop
Michael Edwin Turpin.
On July 2012, at the Official Day of Pilgrim Assemblies International Holy Convocation,
Archbishop Roy E. Brown appointed Bishop William Hudson, III as his successor, thus
becoming the Coadjutor to the Presiding Bishop.
On Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the historic Monument of Faith Church in Chicago, Illinois,
Archbishop Roy E. Brown was Chief Celebrant of the Elevation and Enthronement of the
Right Reverend William Hudson III to the office of Archbishop and Chief Prelate of Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc.
Candidates
Mothers Place Pictures here
Vicar General
Place Pictures here
Archbishop Place Pictures here
Episcopal Vicars Place Pictures here
Elect Ladies Place Pictures here
Bishop Place Picture here
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The Candidates
PROCESSIONAL SCRIPTURAL EXHORTATION
OPENING INVOCATION SCRIPTURE LESSON
HYMN
The Episcopal Appointments of Mothers To New York State Mother, Annie Rosser
To Midwest Regional Mother, Wanjetta Studamire
To National Mother, Vorenter Morris
The Episcopal Appointment of the Vicar General Pastor Tyrone Flowers
Liturgy of Appointment "The Charge" Chief Consecrator
Prayer and Blessing of the New Vicar General Archbishop William Hudson III Presentation of Episcopal Appointments
The Episcopal Elevation of Archbishop The Right Reverend Ronald Hopkins
Liturgy of Elevation "The Charge"
Investiture - The Pallium Chief Consecrator
Prayer and Blessing of the New Archbishop Archbishop William Hudson III
Presentation of Episcopal Elevations
(Keys, Crozier, Bible and Sword)
Seating of the Archbishop
The Episcopal Elevation of Episcopal Vicars The Very Reverend Clarence Brown
The Very Reverend Trevor Powell
The Very Reverend Albert Simmons
The Very Reverend Cornelius Williams
The Episcopal Elevation of the Elect Ladies Pastor De'Bora A. Crowe
Pastor Mable Allen
Pastor Willie L. Gray
Liturgy of Appointment "The Charge"
Prayer and Blessing of the New Chief Consecrator
Episcopal Vicars & Elect Ladies Archbishop William Hudson III
Presentation of Episcopal Elevations
SERMONIC SOLO HOMILY
CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP OFFERTORY
The Consecration of the Bishop The Right Reverend Edward D. Rockett, Jr.
Liturgy of Consecration Chief Consecrator "The Charge" Archbishop William Hudson III
The Prostration and Litany
The Examination Co-Consecrators
The Anointing and Vestiture Archbishop Eugene James Blount
The Laying on of Hands Archbishop Robert Joel Rochford, Sr.
Presentation of the New Bishop Bishop Edward D. Rockett, Jr.
Prayer of Thanksgiving Benediction Recessional
Explanation of Items worn by the Archbishop
Pallium - is a circular band about two inches wide, worn about the neck, breast, and shoulders, and having two pendants,
one hanging down in front and one behind. The pendants are about two inches wide and twelve inches long, and are
weighted with small pieces of lead covered with black silk. The ornamentation of the pallium consists of six small black
crosses, one each on the breast and back, one on each shoulder, and one on each pendant. The crosses on the breast,
back, and left shoulder are provided with a loop for the reception of a gold pin set with a precious stone. The pallium is
worn over the Chasuble. The pallium originally signified simply union with the Apostolic See, and was the symbol of the
ornaments of virtue, which should adorn the life of the wearer. The pallium speaks of a unity of faith, worship and
pastoral care for God's flock scattered throughout the world. Every time this garment is donned, the one who wears it
must not think of honors or prerogatives but rather the Good Shepherd who went in search of the lost sheep and when
he found it gently laid it upon his shoulders and brought it back to safety. The pallium remind us in the first instance of
Christ's easy yoke that is laid upon us. Christ's yoke is identical with His friendship. It is a yoke of friendship and
therefore “a sweet yoke", but as such it is also a demanding yoke, one that forms us. It is the yoke of His will, which is
a will of truth and love. It is first and foremost the yoke of leading others to friendship with Christ and being available
to others, caring for them as shepherds. The pallium is woven from the wool of lambs. Thus it reminds us of the Shepherd
who himself became a lamb, out of love for us. It reminds us of Christ, who set out through the mountains and the deserts,
in which his lamb, humanity, had strayed. It reminds us of him who took the lamb - humanity – me – upon his shoulders,
in order to carry me home. It thus reminds us that we too, as shepherds in his service, are to carry others with us, taking
them as it were upon our shoulders and bringing them to Christ. It reminds us that we are called to be shepherds of his
flock, which always remains his and does not become ours. Finally the pallium also means quite concretely the
communion of the shepherds of the Church with Peter and with his successors - it means that we must be shepherds for
unity and in unity, and that it is only in the unity represented by Peter that we truly lead people to Christ.
12" Mitre - The mitre or "headdress” is spoken of in the Old Testament as part of the clothing worn by the High Priest
(Exodus 39:27-31 and Leviticus 8:7-9). The Mitre is worn as a sign of authority. The Lappets or two bands of cloth on
the back of the Mitre signify the Old and New Testaments.
Sword – “And they said, Lord, behold, here are two swords. And he said to them, It is enough.” (Luke 22:38). The
sword represents the archbishop’s authority to teach (doctrine), on matters of faith, morals, and salvation. It also
represents the temporal authority of the Church, so that She can make practical decisions (discipline) needed to
function as a Church within the world.
Explanation of Items worn by the Bishop
Chasuble - the chasuble is usually circular or elliptical in shape and worn full length. It symbolizes the yoke of Christ
and signifies charity
Stole - when worn by a Deacon, the modern stole is nearest to its original form, resting on the shoulder, symbolic of
towel or napkin from which it evolved, and under the right arm leaving the right side free of encumbrance to attend to
Sacramental (ordinances) duties. The stole is the symbol of the Preacher. It is thinner in width tippet.
Mitre (Miter) - It is customary, although not necessary, that the matter is made of matching material to the Cope and
Chasuble, and the orphrey arrangement is an inverted "T" shape (symbolic of the crucifixion of St. Pete) and
compliments the material and color use for the Cope and Chasuble. The liturgical headdress is worn by Popes, Cardinals
and Bishops. It is removed when the celebrant prays. WellPoint symbolize the cloven tongues on the heads of the disciples
on the day of Pentecost and the streamers represents the Everlasting Living Water that Christ offers WellPoint symbolize
the cloven tongues on the heads of the disciples on the day of Pentecost and the streamers represents the everlasting
living water that Christ offers to the believer. (Etym. Greek mitr4girdle, belt, headband, turban).
Clergy wear - The best known of the robes is the Cassock and surplice, as readily coupled 'collar and tie', 'coat and
trousers', 'stockings and shoes' and this relationship is founded upon that although these garments develop separately,
historically they are have usually been worn together.
Cassock - It is a close-fitting garment, reaching the feet, and may be worn by all ordained clergy as a symbol of a
servant. The Bishop continues to wear the Cassock as part of his garb because Jesus instructed that those who would be
chief among us, must be a servant.
Surplice - It is a large-sleeve tunic of half length made of linen and cotton, without a cincture, an occasionally
embroidered at hem and sleeves. It is a liturgical garment worn by all clergy, used in processions and when
administering the sacrament (ordinances). (Etym. Latin superpellicium) It is the symbol of the priesthood - the epod of
Samuel.
Rochet - A development of the Alb features very full sleeves, tied into frills at the wrist by bands. It is the ceremonial
garment similiar to that of surplice, longer, with sleeves variations and worn by the Bishops. This garment serves as a
symbol of the priesthood. It is a symbolic of Aaron's white linen ephod, found in the book of Leviticus. The white rochet,
worn by the Bishop in the White Surplus, worn by the Elders is a symbol of the wearer's role as celebrants of the
sacraments ordinances and chief worship leader among God's people.
Chimere - A sleeveless gown usually of red, but sometimes of black material. It is an upper robe of a bishop. This garment
serves as a symbol of the mantle of a prophet. The Chimere is only worn by the Bishop because it signifies him as Chief
proclaimer's and defender of the faith in the Apostolic tradition.
Bishop's Scarf & Tippet - A skillfully wide cut material place over with inside pockets signifies the Bishop's Scarf. The
tip it like you stole it put on a small scale. Both items are symbolic of one call to an office, denoting one who is yolk. The
symbol of the Preacher. The Bishop's scarf is even inches wide symbolizing perfection, and the tippet is five inches
representing grace.
Collar (Neckband style) - this is the symbol of the Christian ambassador that placed his life on the line for the Lord
Jesus Christ. Ministers were beheaded in the past for their stand in Christianity. Christian ambassadors would place a
metal plate around their necks and cover it with white cloth; therefore, making it difficult to behead the Christian soldier.
It later became a general convenient distinction between Church, Law and Academia Representatives.
Cincture - Material formed in a cumber-bun like style with the cassock and girded about the waist, serves as a symbol
of humility. The scriptures tell us that we must be girded with truth and one such truth is that the minister is first and
foremost a humble servant. It obtained its symmetry from the towel which our Lord girded Himself with, as he humbled
himself to wash his disciples' feet.
Processional Cross - The most ancient form of all crosses dates from the ninth century. It was known as the Day Cross
and preceded the clergy to and from their duties. According to custom, it was bound to be supplied by the parishioners.
In the sixteenth century parish church, there were at least two processional crosses, one termed the "choir cross" the
other the "Lenten cross", and frequently a third for use at burials. It represents the victory of which we march on the
road to Zion.
Gold Chain - this precious metallic element known and gold is very heavy, malleable, and refined. The gold chain is also
a symbol of endurance which emphasizes that the bearer is not a novice. The gold represent deity and wealth. As a gift
to the Christ child, it symbolizes His kingship. Bishops, only, shall wear the gold chain with the Pectoral cross.
Crozier - A Symbol of the Shepherds staff given to Moses as he was exiled from Egypt. It is the symbol of authority and
strength. David declared in the Scriptures, "...thy rod and thy staff they comfort me..." Psalm 23:5
Cross - Primarily the instrument of suffering on which Christ died in redeemed the world. It also stands for what ever
pain or endurance that a Christian undergoes, and voluntarily accepts, in order to be joined with Christ and co-operate
in the salvation of souls. The cross is, therefore, a revealed mystery, taught by Christ when he said "If anyone wants to
be a follower of mine, let him renounce himself and take up his cross and follow me" Matthew 16:24. The mystery of the
Cross is one of the principle themes of St. Paul's writings to the Romans, Corinthian's, Galatians and Philippians. It's
also represents don't victorious risen Savior (different from the crucifix which states He is still on the cross).
Ring - This is the signet of authority. It is worn on the right hand (the hand that represents God given authority) just as
Christ sits on the right hand of God the father. It also represents that they are committed and dedicated to Christ and
His church.
Zuchetto - The Bishops indoor covering. A small semi-spherical headdress, skullcap, worn by the Bishop. The color is
red purple for Bishops.
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The office of Vicar General is an Appointment and not a consecration.
The Vicar General is an ordained member of the clergy. He is a representative of the
Office of the Archbishop. He is appointed by the Chief Prelate and serves at his
pleasure for General Adjutancy and is Chief Verger. He may also serve throughout
Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc., in matters of administration and other affairs as
assigned by the Chief Prelate.
The office of Archbishop is an Episcopal Elevation and not a consecration.
Each Archbishop shall be an Archbishop in Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc., for
the purpose and furtherance of the vision of Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc.
I pledge my allegiance to Christ, The Chief Prelate, The Senior Archbishop and Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc.
I hereby understand and agree that if for any reason I am no longer apart of Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc., that the title of Archbishop does not follow with me. It is
a title of privilege.
I understand that my appointment as Archbishop was at the pleasure of Senior
Archbishop Roy E. Brown.
I understand and wholly commit that I am not authorized to make Archbishops.
Archbishops of The Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc are directly responsible to the
Archbishop and Chief Prelate of Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc.
They exist to carry out all delegated assignments and responsibilities of The Chief
Prelate.
The Chief Prelate will give assignments at Holy Convocation, Call Meetings or when
deemed necessary for all Regions and/or Territories with any set limits.
The Chief Prelate shall be solely responsible, with consultation, where necessary to
evaluate the Archbishops and all members of the Episcopacy and Pastors and Elders,
quarterly.
The International See of Pilgrim Assemblies International Inc., shall be Illinois and New
York, with Episcopal Offices in Chicago, Illinois and Brooklyn, New York. These shall
be directly under the oversight of the Chief Prelate.
By order of His Eminence William Hudson III, Chief Prelate of Pilgrim Assemblies
International, Inc. We hereby appoint and set our beloved as Archbishop in Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc.
The office of Episcopal Vicar is an Episcopal Elevation and not a consecration.
The Episcopal Vicar is an ordained member of the clergy. He is a representative of the
Bishop. In Pilgrim Assemblies International Inc., he is appointed by the Chief Prelate
and serves at his pleasure as an Overseer. He may be assigned throughout Pilgrim
Assemblies International Inc., to represent the episcopacy for administrative matters
The office of Elect Lady is an Episcopal Elevation and not a consecration.
The Elect Lady of Scripture: Its Biblical. Its Purposeful. Its Organizational.
Some say that she is an individual and some think that the reference in the second epistle
of John is speaking of the church to which he wrote. The feminine gender is clearly
applied. She is indeed a woman!
The Elect Lady, possesses many skillsets and characteristics. Foremost, she is a godly
woman. Her character is sterling, she demonstrates impeccable hospitality and her
leadership is influential and strong. She stands for truth, cares for people and she
functions under authority. Her role in Christian ministry is without refute. She served The
Apostle and the saints, to the glory of God.
In Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc., she is a leading woman in ministry. She is a
Senior Pastor, with years of experience, not a novice. A godly woman who cares greatly
for her flock, apt to teach, prayerful and wholly committed to the scriptures and the truth
in love. She is appointed by the Chief Prelate and functions at his pleasure. She
represents the body of women throughout PAII, to the Board of Bishops of Pilgrim
Assemblies International, Inc.. She is given delegated authority, by the Chief Prelate of
PAII, in the National Church to function with the Board of Bishops in general affairs.
Chief Consecrator
HIS EMINENCE ARCHBISHOP WILLIAM HUDSON, III PRESIDING BISHOP, PILGRIM ASSEMBLIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Guest Archbishops
The Most Reverend Eugene James Blount Presiding Bishop, Elim International Fellowship
The Most Reverend Robert Joel Rochford, Sr.
Presiding Bishop, Dunamis Covenant Connection
Participating as Co –Consecrators ARCHBISHOP E. BERNARD JORDAN ARCHBISHOP MICHAEL E. TURPIN ARCHBISHOP GEORGE M. SHORTS ARCHBISHOP RONALD HOPKINS
BISHOP ANDRE ALSTON BISHOP LESTER BRADFORD
BISHOP MARIO FORD BISHOP MYLES HOWARD
BISHOP BRANDON JACOBS BISHOP WILLIAM MARTIN
BISHOP SIEON C. ROBERTS, SR. BISHOP JULIUS SLOANE
BISHOP SHAMMAH WOMMACK
Pilgrim Assemblies International, Inc
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