By Livingstone College SALISBURY, N.C. — Livingstone College is opening the doors to a new era of Blue Bear pride. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 3 p.m., the College will celebrate the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of its newly renovated bookstore and merchandising center inside the W.J. Walls Center — marking another historic first for…
By The Star of Zion For generations, members of The A.M.E. Zion Church have carried their commitment to justice, freedom, equality, and service beyond the walls of the church and into the public square. This October, The Star of Zion will continue that tradition with a special program focused on Social Justice, Public…
By Grace Walker, SAMARITAN’S PURSE We are currently looking to hire approximately 400 Christian men and women to fill paid positions for a four-week project with Operation Christmas Child, and we need your help to spread the word! Partnering with like-minded churches and organizations is the most effective way to identify candidates who are passionate…
Attachments 20260902-001349-b72-Project100 Engage and Midterms Packet.pdf By The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church · PROJECT 100 Beloved Zion, as The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, we affirm that voting is a sacred act of stewardship, a way we honor God’s image in every person and protect the communities entrusted to our care. When we vote,…
By Jaimie Gardner Josephine Mary Louise William Hopkins Umstead Gardner was born on June 18, 1937, to Harry L. and Nora E. Umstead in Durham, NC. She grew up as one of the youngest, with six brothers and one sister: Bennie, Leo, Matthew, John, Rosalie, Cornelius, and Roosevelt Thomas. She learned to love the Lord…
By Barby Bowser, Communications, Foundation for Evangelism The Foundation for Evangelism has awarded 17 grants to churches and organizations totaling $112,500 as part of the Equipping the Local Church Grant Cycle. From over 86 applications received, the Foundation’s grant review committee and board of trustees sought proposals that launched an experiment or initiative to share…
By Rev. Phyllis Mealing-Hightower The 116th Session of the Michigan Annual Conference (The Big MAC) was hosted at John Wesley A.M.E.Z Church in Southfield, MI. Host Pastor: Rev. Austin Young; First Lady: Aysha Young. Presiding Elder was Dwight Gutridge and Lady Mia Gutridge of the Distinguished Detroit Western Michigan District, and Presiding Elder Dr. Derrick…
WASHINGTON — August 3, 2026 — Members of a diverse coalition of faith leaders and activists from across the nation led by nationally renowned civil rights leader and Repairers of the Breach President Bishop William J. Barber II were arrested Monday morning following a demonstration inside the Hart Senate Office Building following Senate Majority Leader…
By Keith D. Tillett II “I love this cultured hell that tests my youth.Her vigor flows like tides into my blood,Giving me strength erect against her hate,Her bigness sweeps my being like a flood.Yet, as a rebel fronts a king in state,I stand within her walls with not a shredOf terror, malice, not a word…
By Submitted by Iyabode (Yabo) Beysolow, MD, MPH, Global Medical Missions Team Lead A.M.E. Zion Denomination, and Director of the Health Ministry A.M.E. Zion Denomination Going overseas to serve our brothers and sisters around Zion is a true blessing. Returning to serve my country of birth is an even greater honor and a privilege. Giving…
By Dana G. Stilley, Financial Freedom Editor As of mid-July, 2026, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) had risen more than 9% for the year. Many pundits, both financial and political, have touted this rise in the DJIA, an indication that the economy is great and therefore everyone is prospering. Yet in reality, stock ownership…
By Debra Chappelle-Polk, Spotlight Editor August 2026, New York, NY…, Churches and leaders of faith‑based organizations have long maintained a presence in jails and prisons, offering spiritual guidance and support to incarcerated individuals. Pastors often serve as chaplains and community liaisons. What distinguishes Mother A.M.E. Zion Church is its Bail Fund & Prison Outreach Program,…
By R. Thomas Umstead, Entertainment & Arts Editor Christian entertainment audiences will soon be able to watch Sight & Sound’s Biblically-based stage productions from home through a new streaming partnership with The Wonder Project. Beginning July 30, The Wonder Project subscription service on Prime Video will debut one Sight & Sound show every two…
By Crystal M. Burns, Reporter, Rock Hill District Women’s Home & Overseas Missionary Society ROCK HILL, SC — On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Foundation A.M.E. Zion Church resonated with the eloquent voices of the future as the Rock Hill District Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society (WH&OMS) hosted its third annual Sitrena S. Berry Oratorical…
By Dierdre R. Parker From 1759-1787, eleven voyages are documented, bringing approximately 2,000 enslaved Africans directly from the African continent to North Carolina’s shores. This does not include the many lives lost on board these vessels prior to disembarking in North Carolina’s ports. These vessels illustrate the direct relationship between the African continent and the…
By Debra Chappelle-Polk, Zion Spotlight Editor June 2026, New York, NY The 205th Session of the New York Conference was held from June 11th through June 14, 2026, at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York. Rev. Dr. George D. Crenshaw, Bishop for the Northeastern District (N.E.E.D), presided. Rush Temple A.M.E. Zion (Jamaica, NY),…
By Angelia J. Poole On May 12, 2026, the sanctuary of Clinton Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church was filled with excitement, reverence, and holy expectation as Zionites gathered from across the Connection to officially launch the 150th Anniversary Celebration of The Star of Zion. The adopted agenda was prayer and worship; the posture of the people…
By Alexxis Hutchinson, Sports Editor The countdown to football season is officially underway, and if the energy surrounding the 2026 CIAA Football Media Day was any indication, fans are in for another exciting year across the conference. Held July 14–15 in Durham, North Carolina, the annual event marked the official start of the 2026 Central…
By Angel Eason, Lifestyle Editor As families across the country prepare for another school year, many states are offering sales tax holidays to help ease the cost of back-to-school shopping. These tax-free events allow shoppers to purchase qualifying school supplies, clothing, footwear, and, in some states, computers and other educational items without paying state sales…
By Rev. Roderick J. Josey, Education Editor SALISBURY, N.C. — Livingstone College has announced the appointment of Rashanda L. Lowery, J.D., as its new Vice President for Student Affairs, bringing to the institution more than two decades of distinguished leadership in higher education and student development. The appointment reflects the College’s continued commitment to strengthening…
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