Baby Announcement, MLK Dreamfest, Prayers for California (Pastoral Emphasis for 1/12)

A Joyful Announcement: Welcome Baby Eliana!

We are thrilled to celebrate the birth of Eliana Corena Thompson, daughter of Lachonya and Robert Thompson. Eliana arrived on December 21st, weighing 6 lbs 2 oz and measuring 19.25 inches long.

Her beautiful name, Eliana, has a special meaning in Hebrew: “God has answered.” This precious little one is indeed an answer to countless prayers. Congratulations to the proud parents!

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EQUIP Conference 2025: A Call to Commitment

This year’s EQUIP Conference will inspire us to deepen our COMMITMENT in every area of life: God, Family, Church, Work/School, and Trials. Mark your calendars for:

March 14th (7 PM–9 PM)
March 15th (9 AM–12:30 PM)

This conference is for everyone! Registration opens on January 19th, so don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative event.

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MLK Dreamfest: Honoring the Dream Together

We are excited to participate in the Town of Cary’s MLK Dreamfest! Join us in reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through these impactful events:

January 18th: Dreamfest Celebration at the Cary Arts Center.

Keynote Speaker: Pastor James White (Christ Our King Community Church).
Mistress of Ceremonies: Melissa Wade, local radio personality.

January 19th: Community Meal and Interactive Learning Experience at First Cary UMC. Explore the racial gap in a meaningful and educational way.
January 20th: 5K MLK Walk for Hope hosted by Mt. Zion Church.

Let’s come together as a community to honor Dr. King’s vision of unity, equality, and hope.

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Prayers for California: Supporting Those Affected by Wildfires

The recent wildfires in California have devastated communities, destroying over 10,000 properties and displacing countless families. Some of our own members have relatives affected by this tragedy. While we thank God for the safety of their lives, we grieve with those who have lost their homes and livelihoods.

Let’s lift up California in our prayers. As C.S. Lewis wrote, “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pain: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” These natural disasters remind us of our dependence on God and the need for repentance in a fallen world. May this be a time for reflection, compassion, and action.

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This month is full of opportunities to celebrate, learn, and grow together as a church family. Let’s step into 2025 with open hearts, willing hands, and an unwavering commitment to God and one another.

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Youth Sunday, J. Allen Lewis Scholarship Winners, A Word to Our Graduates (Pastoral Emphasis for 6/14)

Today was Youth Sunday , where our children and youth were leading and participating in the worship service. Our children read scripture, prayed, sang, and ministered a fine arts piece. We heard a message from a youth speaker, Abigail Campbell, who encouraged us to work hard and leave the rest to God. Celebrating Our Graduates We also recognized and celebrated all of our graduates. Whether you completed high school, earned a college degree, completed graduate studies, or achieved another educational milestone, we rejoice with you and thank God for your hard work and perseverance. We are also grateful for the impact of the Delta Academy and GEM programs , which have been meeting at Mt. Zion. We appreciate the investment these programs make in developing and encouraging young people, and we thank Ms. Daniel and Ms. Owens for their leadership and partnership. J. Allen Lewis Scholarship Recipients Congratulations to this year's J. Allen Lewis Scholarship recipients: ...

July Birthdays & Anniversaries, Summer Bible Study Series, New Sermon Series (Pastoral Emphasis for 7/5)

Recently Came Forward We rejoice in sharing that Chris Walker has rededicated his life to Jesus Christ. What a wonderful reminder that God continues to pursue His people with grace and mercy. We celebrate Chris's renewed commitment to follow the Lord and pray that God will continue to strengthen and encourage him as he walks in faith. Please join us in praying for Chris and encouraging him in this new season of discipleship. July Birthdays & Anniversaries Happy Birthday, July Babies! We want to wish all of our July birthdays a very happy birthday! We thank God for each of you and pray that this new year of life will be filled with His grace, peace, and abundant blessings. Happy Anniversary to Our July Couples Congratulations to these couples celebrating wedding anniversaries this month: Howard & Earlene Evans – 3 years (July 14) Curtis & Jacky Martin – 8 years (July 18) Elder Bobby & Tracy Dunn – 10 years (July 16) Deacon Preston & Dana Clark – 24 years...

Bereavements, New Year's Eve Service, 2026 Church Theme (Pastoral Emphasis for 12/28)

Bereavements We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to several members of our church family who are grieving the loss of loved ones: Elder Bobby Dunn , in the passing of his father Deaconess Susan Fortenberry , in the passing of her sister Deaconess Peggy Credle , in the passing of her sister Sister Nancy Frater , in the passing of her ex-husband and the father of her children Please keep them lifted in prayer during this time. May God’s peace and comfort surround each of them. Bible Translation Donation Update We want to express sincere thanks for your generosity toward our Bible Translation Project . Through your contributions—and with the church’s matching gift—we are joyfully donating $5,648.00 to Pioneer Bible Translators, which will support the translation of 161 verses of Scripture into the heart languages of people around the world. Thank you for helping bring the Word of God to those who have yet to hear it in their own language! New Year’s E...

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