ENC Episcopal District Holds Powerful Winter Convocation Despite Winter Storm Challenges
By Rev. Jessica M. Franks Despite a closely monitored winter storm that swept across the United States, bringing heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold conditions, the Eastern North Carolina Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church gathered in faith and unity for its Winter Convocation held at Simon Temple A.M.E. Zion Church in…
Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson Calls the Church Back to Covenant and Purpose in New Book, Never Lost: The Black Church as God’s Ark of the Covenant
“Together let us lift up the witness of the Church and continue to carry the Ark forward.”” Dr. Richardson Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson invites congregations, pastors, and ministry leaders across the nation to embrace a timely and prophetic new work, Never Lost: The Black Church as God’s Ark of the Covenant. In a cultural moment…
Youth Partner with the Star of Zion to Celebrate 150 Years of Black Literacy
By Da’Tarvia Parrish As the Star of Zion marks 150 years of bearing witness to Black faith, intellect, and excellence, a new generation is stepping forward to turn the page. Youth across The A.M.E. Zion Church are carrying this sacred literary legacy into the present through a vibrant month-long initiative called Black & Beautiful Bedtime…
An Open Call for Women to Participate in Upcoming Series: Crown Conversations
Bishop Melanie Rogers Miller and Dr. Lisa Moore will co-host a special Women’s History Month series across all official A.M.E. Zion (AMEZ.TV) and Star of Zion platforms entitled “Crown Conversations.” The series will air every Sunday in March at 8:00 PM EST and is produced by Mrs. Mireille Landrum. Spearheaded by Bishop Miller and presented…
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STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD OF BISHOPS OF THE A.M.E. ZION CHURCH Regarding the Supreme Court Ruling in Louisiana v. Callais
“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” – Micah 6:8 (NRSVue) For more than 219 years, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church has stood as The Freedom Church—a people…
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…
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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 FROM THE BOARD OF BISHOPS OF THE A.M.E. ZION CHURCH Regarding the Supreme Court Ruling in Louisiana v. Callais
“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” – Micah 6:8 (NRSVue) For more than 219 years, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church has stood as The Freedom Church—a people…
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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…