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Morehouse School of Religion to Host 158th Annual Founder’s Day Celebration and C.D. Hubert Lecture Series
Theme: “Faith in the Age of Transformation: Prophetic Leadership in a Changing World”
ATLANTA, GA (February 5, 2025) — The Morehouse School of Religion (MSR), a constituent seminary of the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), proudly announces its 158th Annual Founder’s Day Celebration and C.D. Hubert Lecture Series. The three-day event will take place from Monday, February 10 through Wednesday, February 12, 2025, under the theme: “Faith in the Age of Transformation: Prophetic Leadership in a Changing World.”
This year’s theme highlights the work of prophetic problem solvers—leaders who are forging new paths rooted in divine promises and a faithful commitment to transformative ministry.
“Throughout this multi-day celebration, we will reflect on the fundamentals of our Christian faith and reaffirm the calling of servanthood as outlined in Romans 12:2,” said Rev. Dr. Antonio D. Proctor, Sr., Interim President-Dean of the Morehouse School of Religion.
Event Registration
To attend the Founder’s Day events and the C.D. Hubert Lecture Series, please register here.
Founder’s Day Observance Schedule
Monday, February 10, 2025
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5:00 p.m. – Welcome Reception & Opening Plenary Worship
Speaker: Bishop Rosa L. Williams, President, New Era Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia, Inc.
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church, 540 Cameron Madison Alexander Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 -
9:00 p.m. – Late Night Worship Service
Speaker: Rev. Daniel Iman Johnson, Associate Pastor of Preaching and Teaching, Eastern Star Church (Indianapolis, IN)
Location: Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 200 Joseph S. Lowery Blvd. SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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9:00 a.m. – Breakout Sessions with MSR Alumni Facilitators
Topics & Speakers:-
“Bi-Vocational Pastors: Seminarians in the Marketplace” – Rev. Dr. U.A. Thompson, Sr.
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“Green the Church: Environmental Theology” – Rev. Bruce C. Carroll, Sr.
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“Grief Awareness: Acknowledging and Understanding Grief” – Janice L. Alford, GC-C
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church
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11:00 a.m. – Founder’s Day Chapel Service (In-Person & Online)
Preacher: Rev. Tolan J. Morgan, Pastor, Fellowship Bible Baptist Church (Warner Robins, GA)
Includes: Special Endowment Presentation and Signing Ceremony
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church, Main Sanctuary -
12:00 p.m. – Alumni Business Meeting and Luncheon
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church -
2:00 p.m. – C.D. Hubert Lecture Series (In-Person & Online)
Lecturer: Rev. Dr. Aaron L. Parker, Pastor, Zion Hill Baptist Church (Atlanta, GA)
Respondent: Dr. Ashlyn Strozier, Department of Religious Studies, Georgia State University
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church, Main Sanctuary -
7:00 p.m. – Evening Chapel Service – Dean’s Address
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Antonio D. Proctor, Sr., Interim President-Dean, MSR
Location: Antioch North Baptist Church, Main Sanctuary
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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9:00 a.m. – Prayer Breakfast: A Salute to Dr. Riggins Earl
Speaker: Rev. Juanita Sheppard, CFRE, VP, Foundation and Government Partnerships, United Way of Greater Atlanta
Location: Lindsay Street Baptist Church, 550 Lindsay Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Contact Information
For more details, please contact:
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Rev. C.J. White – Chief Strategy and Communications Officer, MSR
Email: cjwhite@themorehouseschoolofreligion.org | Phone: 615-545-3597 -
Rev. Dr. Antonio D. Proctor, Sr. – Interim President-Dean, MSR
Email: aproctor@itc.edu | Phone: 404-527-7784
About the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC)
The Interdenominational Theological Center is a historically Black graduate theological institution located in Atlanta’s Atlanta University Center. ITC offers master’s and doctoral degrees and prepares leaders for impactful careers in ministry, academia, chaplaincy, business, and social advocacy. ITC is accredited by both SACSCOC and ATS. Follow @ITCEducation on social media.
About Morehouse School of Religion (MSR)
Founded in 1867 as Augusta Theological Institute, Morehouse School of Religion is one of five denominational seminaries within ITC. With deep roots in African American religious history and leadership, MSR has produced influential alumni such as Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, Jr., Rev. Dr. Paula McGee, Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, Rev. Dr. Marcus D. Cosby, and Bishop Van Moody.