Savannah Celebrated 100th Annual Holy Convocation
The United House of Prayer for All People marked its centennial with a week of events in Savannah.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Civic
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The United House of Prayer for All People concluded its 100th Annual Holy Convocation in Savannah on September 27. The week-long celebration focused on themes of atonement and reconciliation.
Why it matters
The event marked a significant centennial milestone for the organization, drawing large gatherings for worship and community services. It also provided a platform for local officials to recognize the organization's century of service to the area.
The convocation held at 1805 Ogeechee Road featured nightly services starting at 7:30 PM. The event schedule included a noon softball game on September 26 and a 10:00 AM baptism service on the final day.
The players
United House of Prayer for All People
This is a religious organization that recently celebrated its 100th year of operations.
Van Johnson
He is the Mayor of Savannah who participated in a ceremony honoring the organization.
A.D. Cunningham
He is a Bishop who attended and presided over several services during the convocation.
The details
The celebration featured nightly worship services that included preaching, choirs, and gospel bands alongside public baptisms and a parade. The Grace American Peace Parade moved through the Cuyler-Brownville community to commemorate the organization's historic anniversary.
Timeline
The 100th Annual Holy Convocation was held from September 20 to September 27, 2026.
Mayor Van Johnson and the City Council honored the organization on September 24, 2026.
A recreational softball game took place on September 26, 2026.
The outdoor baptism and parade occurred on September 27, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The convocation follows a long-standing tradition of large-scale religious assemblies that define the organizational culture of the United House of Prayer for All People. This centennial event highlights how historic religious organizations maintain community visibility through long-running annual traditions.
The event allowed the public to participate in open worship services and observe the Grace American Peace Parade in the Cuyler-Brownville community. Residents were also able to access public baptism services held on the final morning of the celebration.
The takeaway
The centennial milestone highlights the deep historical ties between religious organizations and the Savannah community. Residents interested in long-standing cultural institutions can find similar historical commemorations through local city council archives.
Further reading
For more information on local government recognition and community events, visit the Savannah Civic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Savannah Tribune.
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