Doorkeeper Oct 2025

State President: Devall Kelly State Reporter: Gwendolyn Haight “I will praise you, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will tell of all your marvelous works. I will be glad and rejoice in you” Psalm 9:1-2 KJV The Interdenominational Church Usher’s Association of Virginia, Inc. (ICUA of VA) greets you in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our association has been very active this quarter with an array of events. On June 21, 2025 the ICUA of Virginia, Inc. held its Leadership Charge & Celebration at the First Baptist Church of Manassas, Manassas, VA. Rev. Dr. Keith A. Savage, host pastor. It was a great celebration! The association president’s addresses were inspiring and greatly encouraged our professional development. Jaden W. Washington , President, Junior and Young People’s Dept. Theme: Recruiting Junior Ushers Kristeena Kenny , President, Young Adult Dept. Theme: Helping our Young Adults deal with the issues of our society today Devall Kelly , Senior State President, Theme: Continuing Our Commitment to Moving the State of Virginia Forward The Leadership Charge and Prayer was given by Rev. Dr. Keith A. Savage. Congratulatory Greetings were given by Donna A. Hines, Eastern Region Director & National 2 nd Vice President and Dr. Linda Pates, National President (pre-recorded). The event concluded with an ushers celebration fellowship in the fellowship hall.

Devall Kelly, State President

Devall & Diana Kelly

The State of Virginia had 45 delegates to attend the 106 National Convention in Phoenix, Arizona. The convention was productive and successful. We are thrilled to share with you the turnout of all our events.

Congratulations to our newly Elected and Appointed National Officers! Donna A. Hines, National 2 nd Vice-President & Eastern Region Director Cheryl D. Allen – George T. Grier, School of Ushering Chairman Dennis Freeman – Filmore F. Gregory Men’s Fellowship Chairman

Gena Randall – Memorial Chairman Johnnie Tolson – Sergeant-At-Arms