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…
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…
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…
At the 2025 Connectional Lay Council Convention of The A.M.E. Zion Church, Bishop Darryl B. Starnes, Sr. delivered a powerful and insightful presentation on the new Quadrennial Theme: “The A.M.E. Zion Church—Serving This Present Age.” Grounded in Scripture and tradition, Bishop Starnes emphasized that just as Jesus came to serve, so too must the Church continually…
The 115th Session of the West Central NC Conference was held at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro, NC, May 28 -31, 2025. The Opening Night Service could be seen as traditional in our Connectional Zion Way. But our leaders are Extraordinary, so are all of our services. Senior Bishop and Presiding Prelate Darryl B….
Attachments Zion Gathers in Mobile_ 2025 Board of Bishops Meeting Mobile, Alabama .docx The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church convened its 2025 Board of Bishops Meeting in the historic city of Mobile, Alabama from February 12–13. Hosted by Bishop Dwayne A. Walker in the Alabama-Florida Episcopal Area, this year’s meeting brought together episcopal leaders, general…
Conference Theme: “Growing A Servants Heart” Host Pastor: Rev., Dr. Tyrone Rigsby, Troy Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Interim Presiding Elders: The Rev. Dr. Timothy Freeman, Trinity AME Zion Church, GreensboroRev. Dr. Reginald Keitt, St. Stephen A M E Zion Church, High PointREV. Dr. Lisa Caldwell, St. Phillips A M E Zion Church, Greensboro Bishop Darrell…
[Atlanta, GA] — [May 14, 2025] — Renowned author and retired A.M.E. Zion Church pastor, C.R. Street, Sr., announces the release of his latest book, The Sacred Tenth: Understanding the Purpose and Power of Tithes. The book delves deeply into the spiritual, social, and financial dimensions of tithing, providing readers with a balanced exploration of…
The landscape of Winston-Salem will soon be transformed, thanks to the newly signed contract between Pastor George Banks and the Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church and C2 Contractors, LLC, owned and operated by Mr. Cornelius Lamberth. With vision, fortitude, and a strong belief in the power of God, Pastor Banks and Mr. Lamberth will forge…
Bishop George Edward Battle Jr. entered eternal rest with his family at his side, on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was 77 years old. The funeral arrangements for Bishop Battle included visitation Sunday, March 16 at Greater Gethsemane A.M.E. Zion Church in Charlotte from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., service Monday, March 17 at Livingstone College…
Charlotte, NC – January 25, 2025 – The Prostate Health Education Network, Inc. (PHEN), a leading non-profit organization committed to eradicating prostate cancer disparities affecting Black men, successfully hosted the Charlotte Prostate Cancer Disparity Rally at Little Rock A.M.E. Zion Church. The event brought together faith leaders, medical professionals, community advocates, and prostate cancer survivors to…
On Sunday, October 13, 2024, Little Rock A.M.E. Zion Church welcomed our new Pastor, Reverend Dr. Derrill Antonio Blue, along with his wife, Reverend Paula Blue, and children Makis and Norie. We were blessed and honored to have worshiped with us, Bishop Darryl B. Starnes, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Piedmont Episcopal District, A.M.E. Zion…
On Sunday, October 6, 2024, at 3:00 pm, the clergy, members of the 22 churches, family, and friends gathered in large numbers at the historic St. Luke A.M.E. Zion Church, Wilmington, NC to demonstrate their appreciation for the servant leadership of Rev. Dr. Alexander L. Jones, Sr., Presiding Elder of the Wilmington District, Cape Fear…
The 115th session of the Michigan Annual Conference convened at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing Airport from June 21 – 24, 2024. Bishop Michael A. Frencher, Sr. presided, and Bishops George W.C. Walker, Jr. (retired) and Bishop Eric Leake assisted. The conference also welcomed Mrs. Gelenia A. Frencher and Mrs. Geraldine J. Walker, (retired)…
Greensboro, N.C. July 30, 2024—The 52nd General Conference of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church was held from July 24th through July 28th. Delegates from Episcopal Districts across the country gathered at the Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel in Greensboro, NC, to elect Bishops, General Officers, and Administrative and Judicial Board members. The delegation of 638 clergy and laity also adopted…
Against the backdrop of true Spring weather coming to Central New York, pilgrims made their way to Auburn, NY for the 50th Annual Harriet Tubman Pilgrimage. Fifty years is a hallmark and God ordained that we should be led on this occasion by a native son of the region, Bishop Dennis V. Proctor, Presiding Prelate…
Hood Theological Seminary’s 2024 Virtual Firm Foundation Covenant Service is scheduled for February 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The preacher will be Bishop Michael A. Frencher, Sr., Mid-West District and President, Board of Bishops, A.M.E. Zion Church. This event will be virtual via Zoom. This annual service is sponsored by the Board of Bishops of…