Convention 2025
Jacksonville, Florida
Sunday Morning Worship at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville!
As part of the 84th Annual Convention of the International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows, Inc., we welcome you to join us for a special time of worship.
📅 Sunday, June 22, 2025
🕥 Service begins at 10:30 AM
📍 Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, Florida
Our International President, Elder Vernita Josey, invites you to come expecting a move of God. The Morning Messenger, Rev. Dr. Tonia Bonner, Massachusetts State President, will bring forth the Word.
Come and be refreshed, encouraged, and uplifted in a worship service filled with praise, prayer, and power. All are welcome!
✨🌍 GET READY, IAMWMW FAMILY! 🌍✨
We are counting down to the 84th INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION of the International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows, Inc. 🙌🏽
Join us for a sacred and powerful Holy Communion Service
🗓 Sunday, June 22
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel | Jacksonville, FL
This anointed service will feature a life-changing word from our guest speaker:
Bishop John E. Guns
Senior Pastor, St. Paul Church of Jacksonville, Inc.
📖 1 Corinthians 11:24a-25b NIV
“24a ... and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” 25b “... This cup is the new covenant in my blood; ...”
💚 You don’t want to miss it! 💚
We invite you, brothers and sisters, to prepare your hearts for this divine encounter. As we gather in unity and remembrance, let’s expect a mighty move of God! 🙏🏽
MEET OUR SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER!
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The International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows, Inc. is excited to welcome Pastor Kimberly N. McKissick, Executive Pastor of The Bethel Church, Jacksonville, Florida, as our Special Guest Speaker for the 13th Annual Living Legacy Luncheon! 🎤🔥
Join us as we gather to Honor our Sisters!!
Her Life. Her Labor. Her Legacy. during our 84th International Convention.
📅 Tuesday, June 24
🕰 12:30 PM
📍 Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel, Jacksonville, FL
This will be a powerful time of inspiration, reflection, and celebration. 🌺
We can’t wait to see you there!
Rise & Shine, Sisterhood!
Get ready for a morning of island vibes, joyful fellowship, and heartfelt honor at the Bahamian Sunrise Breakfast in Jacksonville!
We’re celebrating our phenomenal 10th International President, Elder Vernita Josey, for her unwavering faith, leadership & legacy!
Wednesday | June 25 | 6:45 AM | Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Dress in your brightest yellow, green, or orange and let’s make this sunrise unforgettable!
Tickets are going fast — don’t wait!
#IAMWMW #BahamianSunrise #SisterhoodStrong #HonoringLeadership #jacksonvilleflorida
🌟 Embrace Your Authentic Self
at the IAMWMW 84th International Convention! 🌟
Join us for an empowering afternoon session:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, June 25th
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL
Workshop Topic: “Being Authentically You
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This session is open to all attendees and is a part of MODULE IV: REVIVE TO THRIVE. Participants registered in Module IV will receive credit recognition.
Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!
#IAMWMW84 #BeingAuthenticallyYou #ReviveToThrive #AuthenticSelf #FaithAndEmpowerment
🎉 Exciting News for Our Ruth White PK Activities!🎉
We’re gearing up for an unforgettable time during our 84th Convention in Jacksonville! 📍
Evg. Melissa Horton and team are ready for our PK’s in Jacksonville!!!
Parents & Grandparents — if you’re bringing your young ones, make sure they don’t miss out on all the fun, faith, and fellowship we have planned just for them! 💫
📸 Activities tailored for our Preacher’s Kids
🤗 A safe, faith-filled environment
🙌 Plenty of memories in the making!
👉 Share this post with anyone attending the convention who’s bringing children. Let’s make this year’s PK experience one to remember!
🎓 Excited for Commencement 2025! 🎓
Our Sisters have completed their modules during this Convention and are now ready for Alumni Status – come out to support them at this momentous milestone!
✨ Experience our Guest Violinist, Ms. Janiya Walker from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, as she enchants us with a special performance.
📅 Thursday, June 26th, 2025
🕝 2:30 PM
📍 Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel, Jacksonville, FL
Let’s come together in celebration, fellowship, and applause—these sisters deserve our support and honor. Hope to see you there!
IAMWMW, Inc. presents…
“Whispers of Blue Waters”
An Evening Masquerade & Awards Gala
Get ready for a night of elegance, mystery, and celebration!
Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Hyatt Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL
Tickets: $85 per person
Formal wear in shades of blue & vintage masks encouraged.
Bridgerton-inspired gowns welcome!
Don’t miss this unforgettable night!
📣 We Are Covering, Connected, and Committed!
Pastor TD Hicks, Husbands Chair, invites you to the Husbands Service at the 84th Annual International Convention of the International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows Inc.
🗓 Saturday, June 21st at 7:30 PM
📍 Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202
🎤 Guest Speaker: Bishop Rudolph McKissick, Jr.
The Bethel Church, Jacksonville, FL
🟢 Open to the Public
Let’s grow in faith, fellowship, and support of our spouses as we worship and walk this journey together.
📚 Husbands Group Study Sessions (Registrants Only)
🗓 Tuesday, June 24th & Wednesday, June 25th
✝ Devotions | Interactive Discussion
👨🏾🏫 Guest Presenter: Rev. Dr. Christopher McKee, Jr.
The fellowship of true friends who can hear you out, share your joys, help carry your burdens, and correctly counsel you is priceless.