C. H. Mason Jurisdictional Institutes

About CHMJI

Charles Harrison Mason Jurisdictional Institutes serve as the work of the ministry in biblical/theological training. These institutes of Christian Education laid the foundation in which the Church of God In Christ continues to provide opportunities for the Body of Christ to become fully instructed in faith; leading lives as productive and creative Christians.

Our Vision

To magnify God by providing biblical, theological, and practical training for all laypersons and credential holders within jurisdictions, districts, and congregations.

Our Objectives

  • To provide students with a thorough grounding in biblical, theological, and practical ministries
  • To encourage students to deepen their spiritual lives and personal relationships with Jesus Christ
  • To foster a spirit of service and ministry within the church and community.
  • To stimulate students to pursue further academic studies

1970

Bishop J. O. Patterson founded the
C. H. Mason Theological Seminary.

1971

C. H. Mason System of Bible Colleges

1995

Bishop Chandler D. Owens implemenrs the C. H. Mason System of Bible Colleges & Institutes. 

2000

Bishop G. E. Patterson appointed Dr. Alonzo Johnson, Commissioner of Education; renamed the C. H. Mason System of Bible Colleges and Institutes.

2002

All Saints Bible College was established in Memphis, Tennessee.

2005

Dr. Goldie Frink Wells was appointed by Bishop G. E. Patterson to direct the program of C. H. Mason Institutes. She was reappointed by Bishop Charles E. Blake.

2021

In April 2021, Bishop Herbert Davis was appointed by Bishop J. Drew Sheard to lead the Charles Harrison Mason Jurisdictional Institutes.