COGIC Saints flock to historic Mason Temple to roll out the official opening of the 117th Holy Convocation Memphis, Tenn., Nov. 4, 2025: The Saints of the 6.5 million members of the Church Of God In Christ (COGIC), led by Presiding Bishop J. Drew Sheard, kicked off the 117th Holy Convocation at historic Mason Temple Tuesday, marking the beginning of a transformative week of spiritual growth and community building. The Convocation will convene at the Renasant Convention Center through Nov. 11, ex