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Official Statement from the Board of Bishops Regarding the Death of Bishop George Edward Battle, Jr.

We, the Board of Bishops of The A.M.E. Zion Church, acknowledge with great sorrow the passing of our colleague and former Senior Bishop, Bishop George Edward Battle, Jr., who passed away on…
By The Board of Bishops, The A.M.E. Zion Church

The Graduating Class of the WH&OM Society EXCEL Leadership Academy

The Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society established the EXCEL Leadership Academy as an initiative to aid in succession planning on all levels of the organization: local, district, and …
By Melva Polk Wright

March 2025

The A.M.E.Z. Church Board of Bishops Endorse Rev. Al Sharpton's Call To Action

Receive this CALL TO ACTION! The A.M.E. Zion Church stands in solidarity with Rev. Al Sharpton’s leadership in the fight to protect DEI. Our power lies in our unity and our …
By The Star of Zion

Rep. Adams' Statement on USDA's Decision to Re-open the 1890 Scholars Program Application

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, PhD, Senior Member of the House Agriculture Committee and founding Chairwoman of the Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities …
By Turner Jones
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Watch Night 2025

New York, NY –January 2025…, Watch Night Services are held in many Black churches nationwide on New Year’s Eve to commemorate the official end to slavery, reflect on faith, and …

By Debra Chappelle-Polk, Zion Spotlight Editor

The Western West Africa Espicopal District Joint Check up Meeting

The Joint Check-Up Conference for the Western West Africa Episcopal District of the A.M.E. Zion Church was an inspiring and forward-looking event. It began with a moment of solemn praise led by Rev. …

By Rev. Derek Ben Kwofie

Connectional Lay Council Elected Offices Open

Dear Laity, greetings in the beloved name of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ. The Connectional Lay Council is convening its Thirteenth Quadrennial Lay Convention in Winston-Salem, North …

By Thomascena LeGrand

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Social Justice News
It has become expedient to appeal to all of Zion for support for our people and communities caught up in the war in DRC. I seek your consent to circulate this appeal letter, hoping it’d generate a generous response for a good intervention. Thank you and I wait to hear from you. Stay blessed. - Rt. Rev. Dr. Hilliard K. Dela Dogbe, Presiding Bishop, Western West Africa Episcopal District
By Rt. Rev. Dr. Hilliard K. Dela Dogbe, Presiding Bishop, Western West Africa Episcopal District
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The results of the U.S elections have been received by some in this country with excitement; however, those same results have caused many others pain and genuine fear of the consequences. The purpose …
By The Board of Bishops, The A.M.E. Zion Church
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The A.M.E. Zion Church has always been known as the Freedom Church because it has been on the cutting edge of social justice, and voting is a major part of what we do.
By Bishop Darryl B. Starnes Sr., Senior Bishop, The A.M.E. Zion Church
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Opinion News

JESUS CHANGES HEARTS: President Donald J. Trump included

He who is without sin, let Him throw a stone at her first (John 8:7). Here Jesus comes to the rescue of a woman brought to Him to be stone for adultery.   Jesus’ own word included …
By Reverend Leona Nicholas Welch
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Rock Hill, SC - On Friday, May 3rd, 2024, Clinton College held its highly anticipated 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Bishop Kenneth Monroe Transformation Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The …
By Rev. Roderick J. Josey
Salisbury, NC | In honor of Women’s History Month, Livingstone College’s Mental Health Task Force will host “Adjusting My Crown: Stories of Strength, Success & Sisterhood - …
By Garette Hunter, Livingstone College
Philadelphia, PA March 03, 2025. On Saturday, March 29th from noon to 2:00PM EDT, the National Family Reunion Institute (NFRI) will host its 10th virtual workshop for Family Reunion Planners. Topics …
By Suzanne Vargus Holloman, Co-Director
LOS ANGELES: SmileyAudioMedia, Inc. is pleased to announce that four new affiliates have picked up “ Tavis Smiley ,” the most -syndicated Black radio talk show in America. …
By Matt Klink
Tournament season is here, my favorite time of the year, and Livingstone College is ready to hit the court at the 2025 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament! This year holds even …
By Alexxis D. Hutchinson, Sports Editor
Lifestyle News

Surviving the Holidays While Grieving

Holidays are a time of celebration, joy, thanksgiving, and appreciation. However, if you are grieving, they can also bring feelings of sadness, emptiness, and disappointment. Finding ways to take …
By Angel Eason, Lifestyle Editor
Health & Wellness News

Little Rock PHEN Prostate Cancer Disparity Rally Mobilizes Charlotte Community for Life-Saving Awareness

Charlotte, NC – January 25, 2025  – The Prostate Health Education Network, Inc. (PHEN), a leading non-profit organization committed to eradicating prostate cancer disparities …
By Dianna Davis, Little Rock A.M.E. Zion Church

Prostate Health and Prostate Cancer – Get the Facts

What is the prostate ? The prostate is a part of the male reproductive system. Prostate cancer is a serious disease where cells in the prostate grow out of control. Symptoms that should cause …
By Dr. Beysolow, Director of Health Ministry, The A.M.E. Zion Church

Holiday Tradition and it’s Significance in the Black Church

Christmas , Kwanzaa , and additional holiday traditions that may be rooted in the Black Community play a significant role within our culture. On the night of December 31, 1862, enslaved and free …
By Daman De Leon, Health and Wellness Editor
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