ZBC Connect: September 16, 2022

ZBC CONNECT

Zion's weekly newsletter to help you CONNECT, GROW, SERVE

AND GO!

THE LATEST NEWS

"I Am Black And Beautiful" - Devotion By Pastor Eric Beckham

Pastor Eric Beckham opens us up with a special devotional as part of the Through The Eyes of Color Study Series entitled, I Am Black And Beautiful. His message comes from the book of Solomon 1-5-6 NKJV. He and other Zion ministers will feature a new devotional each week.

Be sure to join our Wednesday discussions and/or join a small group for lessons and topics.

Special thanks to our AV/Media team members, Brother Phil Boyd, technical consultant, and Brother Matthew Ross, technical assistant, for their hard work and dedication to the production of our new devotional series. #zbcproud.

THIS SUNDAY: Pastor & First Lady Beckham 6th Anniversary Celebration

We invite you to join us for worship this Sunday, September 18th, to celebrate Pastor Eric Beckham’s sixth anniversary at Zion!

Remember to register for in-service worship. This year’s theme is about discipleship and comes from Isaiah 6:8. We look forward to the celebration!

Happy Birthday First Lady Beckham

Please join us in wishing First Lady Maritza Beckham, a Happy Birthday on September 19th.

Pastor's Anniversary Luncheon

Staff and deacons gathered for a luncheon celebrating Pastor's anniversary on Wednesday. Lunch was catered by Copeland's.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Turner Chapel AME Church - Kenneth E. Marcus 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk Mission

- This Saturday

Turner Chapel AME Church is hosting the Kenneth E. Marcus 5K Run/Walk this Saturday, September 17th, from 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $35 to register. Proceeds support the 2023 Turner Chapel Missions. For more information or to register, click here. Virtual participants welcome!

Cobb County Advance Voting Options

For more information on advance voting options in Cobb County for the general election on November 8^th, please click here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Eyes of Color Fall Wednesday Night and Small Group series

ZBC presents Through Eyes of Color by Lisa Fields. Cynthia Crawford, director of discipleship and multiplication, will lead the series and engage in transparent dialogue that resonates with many. You don’t want to miss this! Small group sessions meet weekly. We’re growing in Christ and understanding how to apply it in life. Click JOIN A GROUP to sign up for Wednesday Night Bible Study sessions.

Noonday Bible Study Wednesdays at Noon

Noonday bible study class meets at noon.

For more information, click here.

Ministry to Women Prayer Walk - September 24

Grab your sneakers and sweats and join the ministry to women on Saturday, September 24 at 10 am for their “wake up and flourish” prayer walk to Marietta square!

Women of all ages are invited. We encourage our young adult women to join us as well. And invite a friend! Fellowship activities will follow. Meet at Zion’s east lot. Be sure to sign up as we nourish the mind, body, and spirit! See you there! SIGNUP

Young Adult "Experience"

- October 22

Join us Saturday, October 22nd for our Young Adult "Experience." We will start the evening with food and fellowship, followed by a panel discussion on the state of the church: Young Adult edition. We will end the evening with worship and a message from Grammy-nominated Christian rap artist and bible teacher “Da Truth.” Admission is free but be sure to register by October 19th! See you there! SIGNUP

OUTREACH & GIVING

The Table on Delk and Psalm 34:8 Lunch Program

Greetings to the Women of Zion!

Let’s Give The Table on Delk a September to Remember!

Volunteers attended an Awareness Dinner last month where attendees learned more about The Table on Delk and the many ways that our ministry and you as individuals can and have partnered with them! Monetary donations and food donations are still being accepted for the Psalm 34:8 lunch program!

Cash donations can be sent through the Giving Tab on REALM (dropdown "Women's Ministry" and reference Table on Delk.) Food donations can be dropped off at Zion Tuesday & Thursday from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Contact Deaconess Janice Lovett, Outreach Chair (770) 883-7995 with any questions.

Thursdays: Deacons Missionary Assistance

The Missionary Assistance Ministry assists individuals and families in need. Deacons fill requests for food distribution with Storehouse Ministries food bank and assist with transportation needs (gas cards or bus passes) on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

For more information and criteria for support, contact Deacon Lawrence McGregor.

Blood Drive: October 22

Join us on October 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the blood drive. Sign up for an appointment to donate by clicking here. Code: zbcm Please remember to bring your photo ID! All presenting donors will receive a $20 Amazon E-Gift Card.

We’ve got a treat for you this month: Come to give in October and get a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice. Enjoy some buttery popcorn or a refreshing drink with your next movie screening on us. Terms apply, see rcblood.org/boo. For more information, click here.

Anniversary Mortage Payoff Campaign

We continue to move forward towards our goal to pay off our church mortgage. We are asking each adult to give $156 and our children to give $15.60. Remember this is a gift to Zion to celebrate our 156th church anniversary year to “Above and Beyond” our tithing. Anniversary donations will be used to pay down the mortgage (90%) and continue Zion's mission engagements (10%). DONATE

Student Sponsorship Campaign

For just $20 a month, your sponsorship of a child will have a far-reaching impact on students. DONATE

Save The Date - 2023 Mission Trip to Liberia

Save the Date! 2023 Mission Trip to Liberia February 17-27. Registration is now open. A payment plan is available. Contact Rev. Ruth Hodo for questions. DONATE

WEEKLY ANNIVERSARY GIVING UPDATE

Announcement Submissions

Please visit our website to submit an announcement. Deadline for our church-wide video announcements is the 15th of each month for video shoot.

Ad Design: Two Weeks: Custom flyer design. One week submission for pre-designed flyers..

Advertising Campaign Requests: Please give at least a one-month (four weeks) notice to the Communications Team for special campaign promotions and creative services requests (fundraisers, donation drives, recruitment, annual events, etc). Visit our website to submit all requests.