Questions and Answers
What color(s) does the COGIC Habit come in?
Which Habit is worn only by the General Supervisor?
Purple with a purple hat and black shoes
When is the Purple Habit worn?
Funeral service for a General Board member; Presiding Bishop is in full Class A; National Holy Communion; Consecration of Jurisdictional Supervisors; Formal Civic affairs where her office is to be pronounced.
What is another name for 'The Saint' female clergy attire?
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What Habit can Black or White gloves be worn?
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Which full dress or official attire was approved by the General Assembly in April 1972 to be worn by all COGIC Missionaries?
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What attire should all Missionaries wear when the National Supervisor is the principal guest speaker?
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Who was the first General Supervisor of the COGIC?
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A plain gold clergy cross suspended from a black cord may be worn with which Habit?
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Who is the State Mother for Texas Southeast II Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction?
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Who is the current National/General Supervisor of the Church of God in Christ?
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Study Notes
COGIC Clergy Attire
- COGIC Habit is available in Black, White, or Purple.
- The only clergy member permitted to wear the Purple Habit is the General Supervisor, who pairs it with a purple hat and black shoes.
- The Purple Habit is traditionally worn during significant events such as funeral services for General Board members, full Class A presiding by the bishop, National Holy Communion, and the consecration of jurisdictional supervisors, as well as formal civic events.
- The Black Habit is colloquially known as "The Saint."
- Black or White gloves are appropriate accessories for the Black Habit.
- In April 1972, the General Assembly approved the Black Habit as the official attire for all COGIC Missionaries.
- When the National Supervisor is the principal guest speaker, all Missionaries are expected to wear the Black Habit.
- The first General Supervisor of the Church of God in Christ was Mother Lizzie Woods Robinson, serving from 1911 to 1945.
- A plain gold clergy cross suspended from a black cord can be worn exclusively with the Purple Habit.
- Supervisor Dr. Lillian Billie serves as the State Mother for Texas Southeast II Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction.
- Mother Barbara McCoo Lewis is the current National/General Supervisor of the Church of God in Christ.
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Test your knowledge on the proper attire for female clergy, specifically focusing on the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) habits. This quiz covers specific colors, occasions for wearing the habits, and unique features of the clothing. Ideal for those involved in church leadership or education.
