Press Release: NOBLE to Hold “Blessing of the Badges” Church Service

Press Release by The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE):

The Atkins Warren Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is proud to host its Annual Blessing of the Badges Church Service on Sunday, October 12, 2025, 3:00 PM at Abiding Lutheran Church located at 6529 NW 39thAvenue, Gainesville, FL.

The Guest Speaker is former Lake City, FL Chief of Police and current Chief of Staff of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office, Dr. Argatha Gilmore.

The Atkins Warren Chapter cordially invites First Responders: police, fire, and emergency medical personnel to attend and have their badges blessed by local Clergy.

Citizens are asked to attend to support our First Responders.  They will witness a powerful and inspirational word from Dr. Gilmore, musical tributes, spiritual reflections, prayers from Clergy blessing badges and light refreshments.