Missing Out: Vast Majority of Black Parents Who Want Afterschool Programs for Their Children Are Unable to Access Them
Washington, D.C. – Unmet demand for afterschool programs among Black families in the United States has reached an all-time high. The parents of nearly 5.7 million Black children report they would like to enroll their child, but just 1.3 million Black children are currently enrolled. That means three in four Black children whose parents want…
150 Years of Witness, One Enduring Voice
Honoring the last 150 years and preparing for the next 150. Zion Family, WE MADE IT! With your support, we are on the cusp of celebrating the 150th Anniversary of The Star of Zion. This is no small achievement, but rather one to be lauded within our Zion family and celebrated globally with collective organizations, fellow publications, and…
Western Carolina Alzheimer’s Association Campaign Ranks Top 10 Nationally for Fourth Year
Hundreds across North Carolina turn passions into purpose to support Alzheimer’s research, support and care. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jan. 14, 2026 — The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter’s Do What You Love to End ALZ campaign ranked ninth nationwide for funds raised, marking it the fourth consecutive year in the Top 10 among all 75 Alzheimer’s…
Elevate 2025 Calls the Church to Flourish and Thrive Amid Uncertain Times
BALTIMORE, MD — From December 27–30, 2025, nearly 2,500 participants gathered at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor for Elevate 2025: Flourish and Thrive, the winter meeting of The A.M.E. Zion Church’s Department of Christian Education. The four-day gathering brought together children, youth, young adults, adults, seniors, clergy, and Christian education leaders for a powerful experience…
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S.O.U.P. to the SanctuaryServing Our Underserved, Underprivileged People
Salisbury, MD. — St. James A.M.E. Zion Church demonstrated the heart of Christian service through its Soup to the Sanctuary Homeless Initiative, serving more than two hundred individuals — including children and families — during a comprehensive community outreach event held on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The initiative provided hot meals, homemade soup, sandwiches, winter…
Request for Churchwide Announcement – Inaugural Prayer Breakfast & Founders Day
Grace and peace, As part of Inauguration Week honoring Dr. Pamela Richardson Wilks as the 14th President of Clinton College, we will host the Presidential Prayer Breakfast & Founders Day Celebration on Thursday, March 5, 2026. This gathering will serve as the spiritual anchor of the Inaugural celebration, centering the week in worship, thanksgiving, and…
STATEMENT OF THE BOARD OF BISHOPS OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH REGARDING RACIST VIDEOS OF THE OBAMAS
The Board of Bishops of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church speaks today out of moral responsibility, not political partisanship. We are compelled to speak clearly in response to the President of the United States using his Truth Social account to share a post that visually portrayed former President Barack Obama, the nation’s first Black…
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Missing Out: Vast Majority of Black Parents Who Want Afterschool Programs for Their Children Are Unable to Access Them
Washington, D.C. – Unmet demand for afterschool programs among Black families in the United States has reached an all-time high. The parents of nearly 5.7 million Black children report they would like to enroll their child, but just 1.3 million Black children are currently enrolled. That means three in four Black children whose parents want…
Connectional Lay Council Blesses Livingstone College International Students with Holiday Donation
The International Student Association at Livingstone College received a generous and timely gift over the Thanksgiving season, courtesy of the Connectional Lay Council of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The Council donated dozens of bedding items, including comforters and sheet sets, to support international students who often cannot transport such essentials across continents. This…
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STATEMENT OF THE BOARD OF BISHOPS OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH REGARDING RACIST VIDEOS OF THE OBAMAS
The Board of Bishops of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church speaks today out of moral responsibility, not political partisanship. We are compelled to speak clearly in response to the President of the United States using his Truth Social account to share a post that visually portrayed former President Barack Obama, the nation’s first Black…
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A Statement from Bishop Starnes of The Piedmont Episcopal District: Monetary Relief for Jamaica
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As you are aware, our brothers and sisters in Jamaica have experienced severe hardship and devastation as a result of the recent natural disaster from Hurricane Melissa that struck the island on October 28, 2025. Many have lost…
Connectional Lay Council Blesses Livingstone College International Students with Holiday Donation
The International Student Association at Livingstone College received a generous and timely gift over the Thanksgiving season, courtesy of the Connectional Lay Council of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The Council donated dozens of bedding items, including comforters and sheet sets, to support international students who often cannot transport such essentials across continents. This…
MARK A.M.E. ZION CHURCH – EAST CHICAGO DESIGNED BY LEGENDARY ARCHITECT WENDELL CAMPBELL NAMED TO THE NATIONAL REGISTRY OF HISTORIC PLACES
EAST CHICAGO, INDIANA (December 30)— East Chicago’s St. Mark AME Zion Church has recently been designated a National and State of Indiana Historic Landmark by the Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. The effort to recognize East Chicago’s architecturally significance came to fruition when word was received this fall, that the uniquely designed building was…
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A Statement from Bishop Starnes of The Piedmont Episcopal District: Monetary Relief for Jamaica
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As you are aware, our brothers and sisters in Jamaica have experienced severe hardship and devastation as a result of the recent natural disaster from Hurricane Melissa that struck the island on October 28, 2025. Many have lost…
Connectional Lay Council Blesses Livingstone College International Students with Holiday Donation
The International Student Association at Livingstone College received a generous and timely gift over the Thanksgiving season, courtesy of the Connectional Lay Council of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The Council donated dozens of bedding items, including comforters and sheet sets, to support international students who often cannot transport such essentials across continents. This…
MARK A.M.E. ZION CHURCH – EAST CHICAGO DESIGNED BY LEGENDARY ARCHITECT WENDELL CAMPBELL NAMED TO THE NATIONAL REGISTRY OF HISTORIC PLACES
EAST CHICAGO, INDIANA (December 30)— East Chicago’s St. Mark AME Zion Church has recently been designated a National and State of Indiana Historic Landmark by the Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. The effort to recognize East Chicago’s architecturally significance came to fruition when word was received this fall, that the uniquely designed building was…
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Western Carolina Alzheimer’s Association Campaign Ranks Top 10 Nationally for Fourth Year
Hundreds across North Carolina turn passions into purpose to support Alzheimer’s research, support and care. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jan. 14, 2026 — The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter’s Do What You Love to End ALZ campaign ranked ninth nationwide for funds raised, marking it the fourth consecutive year in the Top 10 among all 75 Alzheimer’s…
A Statement from Bishop Starnes of The Piedmont Episcopal District: Monetary Relief for Jamaica
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As you are aware, our brothers and sisters in Jamaica have experienced severe hardship and devastation as a result of the recent natural disaster from Hurricane Melissa that struck the island on October 28, 2025. Many have lost…
Connectional Lay Council Blesses Livingstone College International Students with Holiday Donation
The International Student Association at Livingstone College received a generous and timely gift over the Thanksgiving season, courtesy of the Connectional Lay Council of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The Council donated dozens of bedding items, including comforters and sheet sets, to support international students who often cannot transport such essentials across continents. This…