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June Birthdays & Anniversaries, VBS, Youth Day (Pastoral Emphasis for 6/7)

Recently Joined

We are excited to welcome Mia Gabriela Otoya Ruiz to the Mt. Zion family!

Mia recently joined the church, rededicated her life to Christ, and has come forward as a candidate for baptism. We rejoice in God's work in her life and look forward to walking alongside her as she continues to grow in her faith.

Please join us in welcoming Mia and praying for her as she takes these important next steps in her spiritual journey.

June Birthdays & Anniversaries

Happy Birthday, June Babies!

We want to celebrate all of our members with birthdays in June. May God continue to bless you with His grace, favor, and joy throughout the coming year.

Let's be sure to wish a hearty Happy Birthday to all our June celebrants!

Happy Anniversary to Our June Couples

We also celebrate the following couples who are marking wedding anniversaries this month:

  • Isiah & Ashante Smith – 2 years on June 30

  • Maurice & Larryelle Greenhow – 2 years on June 7 (today!)

  • Will & Aretha Cooper – 5 years on June 19

  • Deacon Tim & Cynthia Jones – 20 years on June 24

  • Thomas & Tasha Jones – 20 years on June 17

  • Deacon Marion & Deaconess Cynthia Aldridge – 22 years on June 26

  • Deacon Shaun & Deaconess Traci Johnson – 22 years on June 5

  • Larry & Sandra Broadwater – 39 years on June 20

  • Moses & Barbara Smith – 56 years on June 20

Congratulations to each of these couples as they celebrate God's faithfulness in their marriages. Let's join together in wishing them a Happy Anniversary!

June Senior Birthday Surprise

Our June Senior Birthday Surprise recipient is Deacon Wes Harrison. We thank God for his faithful service and pray that the Lord richly blesses him in the year ahead.

Vacation Bible School

Everyone is invited to join us for Vacation Bible School 2026, happening June 24–28!

This year's theme is:

Wonder Junction — "Marvel at Jesus, Live for His Glory"

Bring the entire family for an exciting week filled with:

  • Biblical teaching

  • Classes for adults and children

  • Games and activities

  • Fellowship

  • Dinner served each evening

Don't forget to wear your favorite western attire—boots, hats, bandanas, and more—as we journey through Wonder Junction together.

You can register online or stop by the sign-up table on Sundays.

VBS T-Shirt Orders


Be sure to order your VBS T-shirt by scanning the QR code and submitting your order.

Families of three or more with a school-aged child may qualify for assistance with shirt costs. If this applies to your family, please see Tina Wyche.

The deadline to order is Sunday, June 7.

For questions, please contact Brittany Hardy Graham or Kelly Macklin.

 

Function at the Junction Community Celebration

On Saturday, June 27, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, we'll host our Function at the Junction Community Celebration.

This community-wide event will include:

  • Food and fellowship

  • A bounce house for children

  • Music and games for adults

  • Family-friendly activities

  • An Old Mt. Zion T-Shirt Contest

Bring your oldest Mt. Zion T-shirt for a chance to win a prize!

We encourage everyone to invite friends, family members, neighbors, and coworkers to attend. Please share the VBS invitation and registration link throughout the community.

Also, everyone planning to attend VBS—including volunteers, teachers, and workers—must register in Realm. Registration helps us prepare adequately for attendance, meals, and activities.

Men's, Fathers & Sons Fellowship Breakfast

The Image Bearers Men's Ministry is hosting a Men's, Fathers & Sons Fellowship Breakfast next Saturday at 8:00 AM in the Multipurpose Room.

All males are invited to attend. Single mothers, we especially encourage you to send your sons. If transportation is needed, please let us know.

Men, this is an opportunity to encourage one another, build relationships, and model godly manhood for the next generation.

For questions, please contact Bert Dupree or Adrian Jones.

Youth Day

Next Sunday is Youth Day, and we are excited to see our young people leading in worship and service.

During the service, we will:

  • Hear from a youth speaker

  • Recognize our High School graduates

  • Award the J. Allen Lewis Scholarship recipients

While the Youth Choir will not be singing this year, we are looking forward to celebrating the gifts, accomplishments, and leadership of our youth.

Join us as we encourage and invest in the next generation of disciples and leaders.

We thank God for all He is doing in and through our church family. Let's continue to worship together, serve together, and invite others to experience the hope found in Jesus Christ.

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