Ladies Of Virtue Tea
In Honor Of The Late
Lady Ava Denis Colbert
The 2027 Ava D. Colbert Ladies Of Virtue Honorees
Mrs. Sylvia Bennett Stone – (Pleasant Grove, AL) awaiting acceptance
Mrs. Margaret Adams – (Beaumont, TX)
Dr. Louise Smith –(South Carolina) awaiting acceptance
Mrs. Cynthina Pope – (Crystal Springs, MS) awaiting acceptance
Honorable Robin Mouton – (Beaumont, TX) awaiting acceptance
Dr Octavia Bostic – (McDonough, GA)
Pastor Margaret Garcia – (Racine, WI) awaiting acceptance
Dr. Kindra C. Cunningham – (Waxhaw, NC) awaiting acceptance
Dr. Tenora M. Edwards – (Cleveland, OH) awaiting acceptance
Mary Shears – (Utica, MS) awaiting acceptance
Ms. Shirley Smith – (Jacksonville, FL) awaiting acceptance
Evangelist Beverly Johnson – (Stafford. VA) awaiting acceptance
Dr. Nikki Dancy – (Hampton, VA)
Ms. June Cooper – (Houston, TX)
Ms. Joyce Henderson – (Alexandria, VA) awaiting acceptance
Dr. Debra White – (Houston, TX) awaiting acceptance
Pastor Sandra St. James – (County, MD) awaiting acceptance
Pastor Nataline Pegues – (Memphis, TN) awaiting acceptance
Mrs. Lula Hicks – (Burke, VA) awaiting acceptance
Mrs. Beatrice Ward – (Houston, TX) awaiting acceptance
Mrs. Tracy Morgan – (Bowie, MD)
Congratulations!
Mrs. Gloria "Glo" Thompson
Co-Chair
Ms. Beatrice Jackson
Co-Chair
Dr. Yvonne Pointer
Guest Speaker
Meet The 2027 L.O.V.T. Honorees
Mrs. Sylvia Bennett Stone
Mrs. Margaret Adams
Dr. Louise Smith
Mrs. Cynthina Pope
Honorable Robin Mouton
Mrs. Tracy Morgan
Dr. Octavia Bostic
Pastor Margaret Garcia
Dr. Kindra C. Cunningham
Dr. Tenora M. Edwards
Mrs. Mary Shears
Ms. Shirley Smith
Evangelist Beverly Johnson
Dr. Nikki Dancy
Ms. June Cooper
Ms. Joyce Henderson
Dr. Debra White
Pastor Sandra St. James
Pastor Nataline Pegues
Mrs. Lula Hicks
Mrs. Beatrice Ward
The Ladies of Virtue Tea (L.O.V.T.) proudly recognizes twelve distinguished women from around the world whose lives reflect dedication, leadership, and service within their communities, churches, and civic organizations. Presented by the National & Independent Gospel Music Association, this year’s honorees exemplify professionalism, faith, and a commitment to uplifting others through gospel-centered living.
Rooted in biblical principles, the Ladies of Virtue initiative seeks to awaken women to their divine calling—encouraging them to lead through submission, example, and service. True leadership, as modeled by Christ, is not defined by power but by purpose, humility, and obedience to God’s Word. Through fellowship and encouragement, we aim to foster a supportive community of women striving to live faithfully, lead confidently, and reflect Christ in every area of life.