Genesis 26:19-22 (KJV) - And Isaac's servants digged in the valley, and found there a well of springing water. And the herdmen of Gerar did strive with Isaac's herdmen, saying, The water is ours: and he called the name of the well Esek; because they strove with him. And they digged another well, and strove for that also: and he called the name of it Sitnah.And he removed from thence, and digged another well; and for that they strove not: and he called the name of it Rehoboth; and he said, For now the Lord hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land.

“People who end up as ‘first’ don’t actually set out to be first. They set out to do something they love.”

 - Condoleezza Rice

For far too long, our Region has remained stagnant, failing to live up to the vision of becoming a truly transformative and progressive community guided by the principles of transformational discipleship. It is time for us to come together and commit ourselves to real change. We want to bring a ministry movement that is revolutionary, refreshing and revitalizing to 3 states that currently do not have organizational presence. 

Dr. Robert O'Keefe Hassell humbly seeks your support in his petition to become the next Bishop of the South-Central Region, overseeing the faithful in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri. With over 11 years of Ministry experience and 8 years of devoted service to Celebration of Praise Ministries, Inc as a Pastor and National Auxiliary Leader of The Christian Education Department, along with 3 years as a Regional leader and 1st Administrative Assistant, Dr. Hassell has demonstrated his deep commitment to the spiritual growth and wellbeing of congregations.

As people of faith, we are called to be bold in advancing spiritual growth and social betterment for all people. Yet too often we have fallen short of this noble calling. Let us support Dr. Hassell's vision for a dynamic future where our communities thrive under inspired leadership.

Please sign this petition if you believe it is time for real change, progression, transformative discipleship and formation of our new region!