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October Birthdays & Anniversaries, M:T Expo, My Hope Sunday (Pastoral Emphasis for 10/5)

 🎂 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 skill levels. Don’t miss the Interest Meeting today at 12:00 p.m. in the MPR. Married couples—you’re invited to be part of something beautiful!

🌸 Girl Power Summit

The Titus 2 Women’s Ministry will host the Girl Power Summit on Thursday, October 10. This special evening is for girls in 6th–12th grade to be poured into and encouraged. The event is free and open to the Mt. Zion family and community. Invite the young ladies in your life!

🌍 Missions: Together Expo

It’s my privilege to serve with Missions: Together, an effort to advance missions through gospel unity and encourage the Church in the Great Commission.

  • Check out the Video Promo by our friends Carl Dobrowolski and Pastor Mark Knetsch.

    Be sure to register for the upcoming Expo on November 1 at Cornerstone Church Fellowship in Apex.

🚌 Ark Encounter Trip (2026)

The MZ Singles Ministry is planning a trip to the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY from July 27–31, 2026. The trip will also include visits to the Creation Museum and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Transportation will be by bus, and all Mt. Zion adults and children are welcome. See Gabriel Carr to sign up and discuss payment options.

🎉 160th Church Anniversary

Our 160th Anniversary Celebration is almost here!

  • Family Fun Day – Friday, October 18 at Ritter Park (12–4 p.m.)

    • Bring lawn, beach, or stadium chairs (keep them in your trunk in case extra seating is needed).

    • Please carpool to help with limited parking—overflow parking and attendants will be available.

    • Wear your anniversary T-shirt (distribution on 10/5 and 10/12 in the church lobby). If you don’t have a shirt, wear purple!

  • Joint Anniversary Service – Sunday, October 19 with Christ First Christian Fellowship Center. Pastor Snead and I are planning something special for this day of worship.

✝️ My Hope Sunday – October 12

Next Sunday is My Hope Sunday. Instead of commitment cards or video testimonies, we’re asking each member to invite an unbeliever or an unchurched friend.

This year’s theme is:
“Why So Much Evil?” 

With so much happening in our world, people are wrestling with this question. We want them to know: evil does not have the final word—Christ does!

🏡 Affordable Homes Presentation

Join us on Tuesday, October 7, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for an Affordable Housing Presentation by the Raleigh Area Land Trust. Come and learn about opportunities for affordable home ownership in our community.

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