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ZBC CONNECT
Zion's weekly newsletter to help you CONNECT, GROW, SERVE
AND GO!
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We Remember - September 11, 2001
Let’s continue to pray for healing and peace for those who were affected 21 years ago.
God, heal our hearts.
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Sign-Up for RightNow Media for Free! | We’re excited to give you free access to RightNow Media, a wonderful library of video resources for all ages from churches and pastors all across the country, to help you develop and grow as both a disciple of Jesus and a disciple-maker. Streaming directly to your computer, tablet, or mobile device, you’ll find the online Bible Study Library includes relevant content for every age group or spiritual season. You can search by category, topic, or speaker. Additionally, many of the series have direct links to workbooks and leader guides. Parents, you’ll find that RightNow has a multitude of videos and resources for your kids. Click here to start using this resource today. | | |
Pastor & First Lady Beckham 6th Anniversary Celebration | |
We invite you to join us for worship 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!
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Turner Chapel AME Church - Kenneth E. Marcus 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk Mission
- September 17th
Turner Chapel AME Church is hosting the Kenneth E. Marcus 5K Run/Walk on 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!
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September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Every September, people living with sickle cell disease, their caregivers, advocates, healthcare providers, and others come together to bring awareness to the disease and dispel the myths and stigmas surrounding it. The month also brings attention to the ongoing need for research, better care practices, new treatments, and an eventual cure.
Facts about sickle cell disease:
- Most common inherited blood disorder in U.S.
- Affects approximately 100,000 Americans.
- 1 out of every 365 Black or African American babies are born with sickle cell disease.
- 1 out of every 16,300 Hispanic-American babies are born with sickle cell disease.
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About 1 in 13 Black or African American babies are born with sickle cell trait.
Learn more and join the Blood Diseases & Disorders Education Program in bringing greater awareness to sickle cell disease by using these fact sheets, articles, social media resources, and more.
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Cobb County Advance Voting Options
For more information on advance voting options in Cobb County for the general election on November 8th, please click here.
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Grand Opening of the Cobb County Board of Elections & Registration Building
Please join us on Saturday, September 10th from 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new Cobb County Board of Elections & Registration building!
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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 begin September 11. 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.
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Noonday Bible Study Wednesdays at Noon Starting September 14
Noonday bible study class will resume on Wednesday, Sept. 14. For more information, click here.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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