It is with immense great joy and honor that Jehovah-Jireh Praise & Worship Church Center of Newark, New Jersey extend an invitation to join them for the Pastoral Retirement Grand Finale Formal Black-Tie Gala of our esteem leaders, Bishop Rudy V. & Lady Linda L Carlton. 

An Evening of Honor,” is dedicated to Celebrating and Honoring two amazing individuals whose remarkable accomplishments and life’s-work have made a profound impact in the lives of others. Bishop & Lady Carlton unselfishly gave of their time and gifts while exemplifying excellence in their actions and leadership making significant contributions to their respective Church, Community, Marketplace, and Government for thirty-seven years. 

The Grand Finale is scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026, from 6:00 pm until 11:00 pm. Live Pre-Gala Red Carpet and Hors d’oeuvre Reception will commence at 6:00 pm. The evening of elegance will continue with Fine Dining and Entertainment, at 7:00 pm, all convening at the illustrious Westmount Country Club, 728 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland, New Jersey. 

Co-Hosts

We are excited to announce our co-hosts for the evening, Apostle George & Pastor Mary Searight, Pastor Emeritus of Abundant Life Family Worship Church, New Brunswick, New Jersey.  

Guest Preacher

Don’t miss a powerful worship experience on Sunday, October 25th @ 10am with guest preacher, Bishop Jerry F, Hutchins, Senior Pastor of Kingdom Now Ministries of Snellville, GA. Services convening at Jehovah-Jireh Praise & Worship Church Center, 505 So. 15th Street, Newark, NJ.

Musical Guest  Get Ready, Get Ready, Get Ready for an evening of elegance and celebration with fine dining and an array of entertainment featuring world renowned gospel musical genius, Dr. Oscar Williams, Jr. an accomplished, musician, composer, educator, author, producer, and vocalist. Dr. Williams currently serves as the Executive Director of Arts and Music at the Potters House Church, Dallas, TX - TD Jakes Ministries.

Tickets

Adult: $250

Child: (Ages 10 & Under) $75

Payment must be sent via:

CashApp - $Cashtag: JJPWCC

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Checks: Made Payable to Jehovah-Jireh Praise & Worship Church Center and mailed to 

Jehovah-Jireh Praise & Worship Church Center,

505 So. 15th St, Newark, NJ 07104

ATTN: Retirement Gala 

Out of Town Guests

For those traveling from out of town, hotel accommodations are available at The Newark Int’l Airport Marriott, 1 Hotel Rd., Newark, New Jersey.

Room rates are $179.00+tax per night. 

To complete your hotel reservation, please use the link provided below.

Book your group rate for Carlton Retirement Room Block

Commemorative Magazine Form 2026

For additional information, please contact Elder Julia A. Feacher via email at execadmin@jjpwcc.org