Legacy Honors, presented by the Church of God in Christ, Inc. International Youth Choir and International Music Department, is a special celebration recognizing the remarkable contributions and enduring legacies of Dr. Myron L. Williams and Kirk Franklin.

Hosted by Evangelist Kierra Sheard-Kelly, Vice President of the International Music Department, and Dr. Myron L. Williams, President of the International Music Department, the event will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 10:30 p.m. in Main Hall E/F of the Baltimore Convention Center. The evening is presented under the leadership of Bishop J. Drew Sheard, Chief Apostle and Presiding Bishop; Superintendent Nathaniel Green, AIM Chairman; and AIM Co-Coordinators Marcus Johnson, Cecil Thompson, Coralynn “Cece” Douglas, and Mark Ellis.

Guests can look forward to an inspiring evening of music, ministry, and heartfelt tributes honoring two influential figures whose impact continues to shape gospel music. Tickets are available now through Brushfire.

Award-winning Jamaican gospel artist Kevin Downswell will present a special Pre-Album Launch Worship Experience on Sunday, July 19, at 6:00 p.m. at Portmore New Testament Church of God in St. Catherine. The event forms part of the church’s 50th Anniversary Jubilee Celebration.

The evening will give attendees an exclusive preview of music from Downswell‘s forthcoming album, ahead of its official release. Click here for tickets and additional information.

C2 Productions has announced the upcoming Motorcity All White Gospel Fest, scheduled for Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the historic Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, 2600 Atwater Street in Detroit. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with the show beginning at 6:00 p.m.

The festival will feature an outstanding lineup of gospel artists, headlined by Donald Lawrence & The Company and Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers. Also scheduled to perform are Jonathan McReynolds, Detroit’s own Dr. Toni Booker & Booker Productions, Le’Andria Johnson, Denise Tichenor, Mali Music, and Semaje. A special performance by The Best of the Shekinah Glory Lead Singers—featuring Valencia Lacey, Desmond Pringle, and Kim Stratton—will also be part of the evening.

Presented in partnership with the JM Group, Glasses Dark, EAE Selah, and The Business Vault, and powered by SDGAM Holdings Group, Inc., the event encourages all patrons to honor its signature “All White” theme by wearing white attire. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.