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Back to School Prayer, Bridging the Gap, Book Launch Party (Pastoral Emphasis for 8/24)

 🙏 Back to School Prayer

We continue to lift up our children, youth, teachers, and parents as they transition back into the rhythm of school. May God’s covering, wisdom, and peace be upon them throughout the year.


 

🕊 Bereavement

Please keep Sis. Jean Strudwick in prayer as she grieves the loss of her brother in Nebraska. Let’s encourage her with our love, prayers, and support during this difficult time.

 

🎶 Bridging the Gap Youth Reunion & Concert

When I first joined Mt. Zion, our children’s choir was called the Sunshine Children’s Choir. Back then, the choir was full of kids joyfully singing praises to God. Today, many of those same children are now in their 30s—and they’re coming back together for a special Bridging the Gap Reunion and Concert!

This event is not just for those who grew up in the Sunshine Choir—it’s open to all generations. It’s called a “reunion” because many of them are returning to fellowship, reconnect with past and present leaders, and lift up praises to God just as they did in their youth. But this is much bigger than a reunion—it’s about reminding and showing younger generations who the Lord has been to us through the years.

The Word of God was the foundation—instilled through songs they sang, Sunday school lessons, Bible studies, worship services, and outreach events. They truly had a village that shaped them. Now, they are fasting and praying that God would ignite and awaken future generations to carry on the promise of who He is and all He has done. This is for the advancement of His Kingdom.

📅 Friday, September 19 | 7–9 PM
Why Did the Bridge Fall? — A multi-generational Q&A discussion defining areas for growth as the church, seeking Gospel-centered solutions to bridge the gap and leave no generation behind.

📅 Saturday, September 20 | 4–7 PM
J. Allen Lewis Reunion Concert — A powerful evening of worship, fellowship, and celebration across generations.

 

📖 Book Launch Party

I’m excited to invite everyone to my Book Launch Party this Tuesday, August 26 at 7 PM.

  • If you reserved a copy, you’ll be able to pick it up and pay for it at the event. Books will be purchased directly from the church.

  • Additional copies will also be available for purchase.

  • I’ll be doing a reading from the book, sharing in a Q&A, and signing copies.

This will be a wonderful evening of celebration, and I’d love for you to join us. Please register so we can make sure to accommodate everyone.

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