Bishop's Ball 10th Year Anniversary Celebration
Elegant black-tie ballroom gala honoring Bishop A. Kayce Lewis’s 10th anniversary, featuring heartfelt toasts, dancing, and an evening reception at the DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville-Biltmore. Community-focused celebration of gratitude and joy.
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