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Everyday Gospel Reading Plan, January Celebrations, MLK Dreamfest (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/5)

Welcome to the first blog post of 2025!  We are excited to share updates, announcements, and celebrations happening in our church family this January. Read on for highlights of God’s blessings, upcoming events, and ways you can live “On Mission” this year --  Baby Announcement We rejoice with Bernard and Danelle Clark on the birth of their precious daughter, Erielle Lela Clark ! Little Erielle was born on January 2nd , weighing 6 lbs, 3 oz . This sweet baby is truly an answer to many prayers, and we celebrate with the Clark family as they begin this beautiful new chapter. 💕  --- 2025 Church Theme: “On Mission” This year, our church theme is “On Mission” . Together, we are called to live intentionally, sharing the Gospel of Jesus and reflecting His light wherever we go.  Live life on mission.  Work on mission.  Go to school on mission.  Even vacation on mission.  You don’t need a special title to live out the Great Commission. Let’s embrac...
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2025 Church Theme, Testimony, NYE Service (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/29)

2025 Church Theme: "On Mission"   As we prepare to step into a new year, our church family is excited to embrace the 2025 theme: “On Mission.” This powerful theme calls us to align every aspect of our lives with God's purposes, particularly the call to share the gospel and demonstrate His love to others. Being "on mission" is more than a phrase—it's a way of life. It challenges us to see the everyday moments of our lives—our work, relationships, community involvement, and daily activities—as divine opportunities to reflect Christ and advance His Kingdom. This year, we’ll journey together to deepen our understanding of what it means to live "on mission" and, most importantly, to put it into practice.  As we go through 2025, expect opportunities to grow spiritually, engage in outreach, and see God move in transformative ways. Let’s commit together to live with intentionality, seeing every interaction as an opportunity to demonstrate Christ’s love...

Merry Christmas, NYE Service, '25 Church Theme (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/22)

Merry Christmas to All!     Today, we had a wonderful Christmas Worship Service with singing, dance, signing, and a brief sermon to help us Worship the King . As we celebrate this Christmas season, I pray that you experience the true joy of Christmas: Knowing that our Savior was born to save His people from their sins. Regardless of what you find under the tree this year, remember that the greatest gift of all was hung on the tree for our salvation. That gift, Jesus Christ, is available to all who place their faith in Him. Let this be a time to reflect on the immeasurable love God has for us.  ---  A Special Announcement We rejoice as Bro. Daquon Johnson has rededicated his life to Christ ! This decision is a beautiful reminder of God’s ongoing work in our lives and His faithfulness in calling us back to Him. Please keep Daquon in your prayers as he grows in faith and walks closely with the Lord.  ---  New Year’s Eve Service: A Night of Gratitude and Worshi...

Welcome to the Family, Verse by Verse, Christmas Service (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/15)

Welcome to the Family A warm Mt. Zion welcome to Yvonne Campbell , who recently trusted Christ as her personal Savior and joined our church family! We also extend our joy to Sis. Regine Reed , who has completed the New Member Orientation and Membership Interview process. Welcome to the family, Yvonne and Regine! We are excited to see how God will work in and through your lives as part of this community.  ---  Verse by Verse Challenge – Final Day! Today marks the conclusion of our Verse by Verse Challenge , a mission to translate the Gospel of Mark into the language of the Oma people, an unreached group in Southeast Asia. For $35 per verse , you can contribute to bringing the Word of God to those who have never heard it in their native tongue. If you haven’t given yet, it’s not too late! Simply include the note “Verse by Verse” when making your Love or Special Events Offering . Together, let’s ensure the Gospel reaches every corner of the world. Thank you for your gene...

Recently Joined, Verse by Verse Challenge, Worship the King (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/8)

Recently Joined We rejoice as Curtis Martin has recently joined and rededicated his life to Christ. Curtis is the son of Sister Francine Thorne, and God saved his life when he had a horrific car accident.   ---  Explore the Bible Display  Take a moment to visit our Bible Display from Pioneer Bible Translators. It’s a visual reminder of both the abundance of God’s Word available to us and the need for translation in many parts of the world. The display is divided into three sections:  Translated Bibles : Representing languages where God’s Word is now accessible.  In Progress : Showcasing ongoing translation efforts.  Empty Section : A solemn symbol for the people who still lack access to the Bible in their native language.  Let this display inspire us to pray, give, and support the mission of Bible translation worldwide.  ---  Join the Verse by Verse Challenge We are partnering with Pioneer Bible Translators to bring the Gospel of Mark t...

December Birthdays & Anniversaries, Bible Display, Verse by Verse Challenge (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/1)

As we step into December, it's a time for reflection, celebration, and coming together as a community. Here’s what’s happening this month in our church family:  ---  🎉 Birthdays and Anniversaries December is a special month for many in our congregation. Let’s take time to celebrate these milestones:  Birthdays : Join us in wishing a heartfelt “Happy Birthday” to all who are celebrating this month.  Anniversaries : We wish “Happy Anniversary” to these couples and ask God to bless their commitment to one another.   ðŸŒŸ December Senior Birthday Surprise We are also excited to celebrate Deaconess Peggy Credle with a special birthday surprise. Let’s make her feel loved and appreciated for all she does in our church community.  ---  📖 Theological Seminar: The Forge Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 7, at 9:00 AM. We will gather for a special Theological Seminar featuring The Forge . This event will include a viewing of the seminar followed by a...

Verse by Verse Challenge, Happy Thanksgiving, The Forge (Pastoral Emphasis for 11/24)

As we move through this season of gratitude and giving, we are reminded of the many ways we can come together as a community to make a difference. Here are the latest updates and opportunities for you to participate and grow in faith this month.   ---  Angel Tree Reminder The Angel Tree is a wonderful opportunity to bless children from families in need this holiday season. If you’ve taken an angel, please remember to bring your gifts to AC2 on or before Wednesday, 11/29 . Together, we can share Christ’s love and make this season a little brighter for those in need.   ---  Verse by Verse Challenge Did you know that over 2,000 languages around the world still do not have a Bible translation? This month, we are supporting Pioneer Bible Translators through our Verse by Verse Challenge . Our mission: Translate the Gospel of Mark into the language of the Oma people , an unreached group in Southeast Asia. While a small, growing community of Oma Christians exis...