The True Worship Retreat will be held at the New Vision Full Gospel Baptist Church in East Orange, NJ, beginning today, September 8, 2011 until September 10, 2011.
The theme for this year’s retreat is “Experience the Sound of Worship”. Registered attendees will receive vital instruction on the various aspects of worship, including challenges and resolutions from a ministry and industry perspective.
Today, September 8, 2011, Bishop Noel Jones will serve as the opening key speaker along with special musical guest, Wess Morgan. Known as one of the most influential Worship conferences of the year, The True Worship Retreat is a life-changing event that provides an environment rich in education, adoration, and enlightenment.
A worship concert will take place on Friday, September 9, that will feature BET’s Sunday Best Mentor, Kim Burrell, JJ Hairston and Youthful Praise, Beverly Crawford and Doobie Powell. During the concert, a tribute to the legendary Bishop Walter Hawkins while also honoring his brother and carrier of his legacy, Edwin Hawkins.
“Bishop Hawkins’ contribution to the Gospel music industry is vital and we miss him dearly. This tribute will show appreciation for a man gone from us too soon,” shares Williams.
Listen to the interview below to hear Williams’ breakdown of the retreat and gives us an idea of what to expect: