On Sunday, October 25, 2023 Rev. Edvonia Scott was ordained into Christian Ministry at Centennial Christian Church in St. Louis. She had moved to St. Louis from Shreveport, LA in 2012, obtained an MBA from Ashford University in 2015, and obtained an MDiv degree from Eden Theological Seminary in 2022. While attending Eden, she volunteered at Concordance Academy of Leadership, served as a student pastor at Affton Presbyterian Church, and volunteered as student chaplain at the St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center.
Since graduating from Eden, she has been pursuing becoming a Board Certified Chaplain. She has volunteered through her clinical pastoral education program at Doorways’ Cooper House, the St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, and Metropolitan Psychiatric Treatment Center.
The ordination service included several beautiful music selections, a liturgical dance, an inspiring sermon by Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise Baker, words of affirmation by several colleagues, and the presentation of special gifts.
Regional Minister Rev. Dr. Paul Koch and Associate Regional Minister Rev. David Woodard led the Ordination Covenant, the Affirmation of Faith, and the Laying on of Hands. Rev. Edvonia then signed the Ministerial Code of Ethics and was presented her Ordination Certificate.
A lovely reception with food and fellowship concluded the wonderful afternoon that was made possible by Rev. Derrick Perkins and all those at Centennial Christian Church who provided warm hospitality for all.
A video of the service can be found on their Facebook page.