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 🎂 October Birthdays & Anniversaries This month we’re celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in our Mt. Zion family.  Happy Birthday  to our October babies. Happy Anniversary to those celebrating in October!  Daquon & Ch'ressa Johnson – 9 years on 10/15  Victor & Caroline Lindsey – 10 years on 10/29  Casey & Charity McDaniel – 14 years on 10/7  Evangelist Patrick & Deaconess Erica Wilson - 16 years on 10/3  Eric & Danielle Mtika - 17 years on 10/26/2  Christopher & Emily Spooney – 26 years on 10/23  Willie & (my leading lady) Anita Harris – 27 years on 10/3  Deacon Charles & Deaconess Shirley Smith – 45 years on 10/25 October Senior Birthday Surprise: We’re celebrating Karen Cochrane Brown this month—let’s shower her with love! 💜 Casting All Married Couples The Fine Arts Ministry (FAM) is putting together a special couples’ piece for all ages and...

Recently Came Forward   We celebrate with those who have recently come forward: David Gabriel – Trusted Christ as his Personal Savior and got baptized today. Kokethia Davis (with her son, Ananias) – Joined Mt. Zion on Christian Experience. Let’s continue to lift them in prayer as they take these important steps of faith. Casting All Married Couples – Dance Ministry Opportunity Do you and your spouse love to dance? The Fine Arts Ministry is inviting all married couples to join a special couples’ piece—no matter your age, experience, or skill level! Interest Meeting : Sunday, October 5, at 12:00 p.m. in the MPR. Come ready to move, connect, and glorify God together through the art of dance. For more information or to express interest, please contact: Danelle Gambrell Clark or Brittany Hardy Graham . Girl Power Summit – October 10 The Titus 2 Women’s Ministry is excited to host the Girl Power Summit on Friday, October 10 . This year’s theme is Chosen . This spec...

 Recently Came Forward We rejoice with those whom God is adding to our church family! Maggie Mae Smith – Joined on Christian Experience Latesha Jones – Joined Under Watch Care Let’s continue to pray for them and welcome them with the love of Christ. Protect the Flock Training – Saturday, September 27, 9 AM – 2 PM Mt. Zion will host the Protect the Flock Training , led by Called to Peace Ministries . This important training will help us grow in awareness and response to domestic abuse, equipping us to shepherd God’s people with wisdom, compassion, and care. Because of the significance of this issue in our churches and communities, all are invited to attend , and we are strongly encouraging all leaders to be present . Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 9 AM – 2 PM Location: Mt. Zion Lunch will be provided  PLEASE RSVP HERE :  https://bit.ly/protect-the-flock   Together, we can ensure our church remains a safe place where the vulnerable are p...

 Bereavement Please keep Sis. Alicia Welcher and family in your prayers on the passing of her father and aunt (his sister). This loss also touches Min. Rasheeda Oliver , as they were her grandfather and great-aunt. Both were laid to rest yesterday. May God’s peace and comfort surround the family during this difficult time. Celebrations of Faith We rejoice in how God is moving in the lives of our members: Amaya Wallace – Rededicated her life to Christ and joined Mt. Zion. Aubrey Eason (16), daughter of Sis. Cassandra Page – Recently trusted Christ as her personal Savior and is now a candidate for baptism. Welcome New (Returning) Member: Sis. Jessikah Amekuedi (and her son, Major). We celebrate with you and thank God for His saving and sustaining grace! Protect the Flock Training On Saturday, September 27 , Mt. Zion will host the Protect the Flock Training , led by Called to Peace Ministries . This training will help our church grow in awareness and response to do...

  🎂 September Birthdays Happy Birthday to all our September babies! May this year be filled with blessings, health, and joy as you continue to walk with the Lord. Special recognition goes to our September Senior Birthday Surprise honoree, Deacon Tim Jones . We thank God for your life, your faithfulness, and your service. 💍 Anniversaries We’re so grateful for the examples of love and commitment in our church family. Congratulations to these couples celebrating their anniversaries this month: Joseph & Shenithia Griffin – 18 years (9/1) Deacon Clifford & Regina Hardaway – 36 years (9/1) Kevin & Shebbie Coppage – 33 years (9/4) Deacon David & Ina Bowser – 26 years (9/17) Elder Adrian & Deaconess Barbara Jones – 32 years (9/18) Bernard & Danelle Clark – 6 years (9/27) We celebrate your unions and pray that God continues to bless and strengthen your marriages. 🛡️ Protect the Flock Training – September 27, 9 AM Mark your calendars! On...

Minnesota School Shooting Our hearts are heavy over the tragic school and church shooting in Minneapolis at Annunciation Catholic School, where two children lost their lives and many others—some as young as six—are recovering from serious injuries. Sadly, we couldn't get through a full week of traditional school before something like this happens. In this time of profound sorrow, let us hold close in prayer the grieving parents, families, and the entire Annunciation community. Though we cannot fully comprehend their pain, we can stand alongside them in faith, offering compassion, and intercession. May God bring comfort to those who mourn, healing to the wounded, and peace to a terrified community.  Of course, a mass shooting always brings up the issue for stricter gun laws. I agree we do need good legislation and sensible gun laws because it is the government's responsibility to protect its citizens. Ultimately, that will not solve our problem. For a country that has been ...