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September birthdays & Anniversaries, Protect the Flock Training, Music Ministry Recruitment (Pastoral Emphasis for 9/7)

 

🎂 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 Saturday, September 27 at 9 AM, Mt. Zion will host a Protect the Flock Training seminar.

This important training is designed to equip our church to respond with compassion and Christ-centered care to those impacted by domestic abuse. While everyone is welcome, this session is especially encouraged for leaders and ministry workers.


🎶 Music Ministry Recruitment

Mt. Zion Family—do you love to sing, play an instrument, or have a gift with technology? We’d love for you to join one of our ministry teams!

  • Our Gospel Choir, Male Choir, and Youth Choir are always welcoming new voices and musicians.

  • If you’re more tech-savvy, our Media/IT Team would be glad to have you.

Not sure if it’s for you? Come sit in on a rehearsal and see! For more details, talk to any choir member, musician, or Media/IT team member. Be part of what God is doing through music and ministry here at Mt. Zion.


🎉 160th Church Anniversary – October 18

This October, we’re celebrating an incredible milestone—160 years of Mt. Zion! Join us on October 18 at Ritter Park for a FREE community cookout and games.

We’ll have fun team activities for everyone, including:

  • 3-on-3 Basketball

  • Kickball

  • Tug of War

If you’d like to participate, please see Brothers Kyle Wyche Sr. and Thomas Jones to sign up.

Let’s come together to celebrate God’s faithfulness and look forward to the next chapter in our church’s journey!

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