Delta Psi Epsilon is a Christian women's ministry. The purpose of Delta Psi Epsilon Christian Sorority, Inc. is to bring Christ to women of all races, creeds, tongues and denominations. It is our goal to spread the love of God through the world by the association of women. The sorority is a founding member of the United Council of Christian Fraternities and Sororities.

History

Delta Psi Epsilon was founded on January 16, 1999, by Sorors Carla Griffith, Vila-Sheree Watson and Nicole Gardner. Carla, Vila-Sheree and Nicole met each other as a result of being a part of a local, Christian club at Oakwood University. This sorority was formed to give women an opportunity to become a part of a Greek-lettered organization, but at the same time hold fast to their Christian values. Many strides were taken through the years to further cement and solidify the organization before becoming National. In 2000, Delta Psi Epsilon Christian Sorority, Inc. became incorporated.

In February 2004, the sorority took in its first members. These 7 women are known as the Seven Heavenly Virtues. These are Sonya Archie, Cheryl Plaster-Vinson, Rayquisha Render, LaTonya Sparks, Maritza Barnes, Mary Watson and Griena Knight.

National Executive Officers

National President- Founder Vila-Sheree Watson

National Internal Vice President- Founder Nicole Gardner

National External Vice President- Soror Angela Williams

National Treasurer- Soror Stacey Brown

National Secretary- Founder Carla Griffith

National Director of Recruitment and Expansion- Soror Tiffany Marshall

National Ministries Director - Soror Yolanda Turner-Smith

Eastern Regional Director- Soror Lisa Wallace

Great Lakes Regional Director- Soror Lauren Brewster

Southern Regional Director- Soror Heather Buchanan

Executive Assistant to the National President - Soror Aisha Gullette

Chapters and Colonies

• Alpha ~ Designated for the founders

COLLEGIATE CHAPTERS

• Beta ~ Southeastern Louisiana University
• Gamma ~ Bethune-Cookman University
• Delta ~ Indiana University of Pennsylvania

GRADUATE CHAPTERS

• Alpha Omega ~ Chicago, IL
• Beta Omega ~ Washington, DC
• Gamma Omega ~ New York, NY
• Delta Omega ~ Philadelphia, PA
• Epsilon Omega ~ Dallas, TX
• Zeta Omega ~ Atlanta, GA
• Eta Omega ~ Virginia Beach, VA

COLONIES

• ALABAMA
  • Birmingham Metro Colony

• FLORIDA
  • West Palm City-Wide Colony
  • Miami City-wide Colony

• GEORGIA
  • Atlanta Undergraduates Colony

• ILLINOIS
  • Chicago Undergraduates Colony

• LOUISIANA
  • East Baton Rouge Parish Wide Colony

• MARYLAND
  • Baltimore City-wide Colony
  • Montgomery-Frederick Colony

• NEW JERSEY
  • Central New Jersey Area Colony

• NORTH CAROLINA
  • Charlotte City-wide Colony
  • Wilmington City-wide Colony

• VIRGINIA
  • Richmond Metro Area Colony

Ministry

The Orchidettes Club is an entity run by Delta Psi Epsilon to minister to high school age girls on the finer points of Christian womanhood. Orchidettes Clubs are forming under the leadership of chapters and colonies at various churches, schools and as community-based groups throughout the country.

The purpose of the Orchidettes is to provide young women with educational, vocational, civic, cultural and spiritual experiences. Orchidettes works on a five-fold structure in the areas of spiritual, social, service, education and exposure. To participate in The Orchidettes, contact the nearest colony or chapter today.

The sorority is a founding member of the United Council of Christian Fraternities and Sororities

External links

• Delta Psi Epsilon