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MEASLES: I thought it was a thing of the past

Many of us never thought we would see measles outbreaks in the United States (U.S.) like this again. Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. However, since the beginning of 2025, there…
By Iyabode (Yabo) Beysolow, MD, MPH, Director, Health Ministry A.M.E. Zion Church

Rockingham District 5th Sunday Fellowship Addresses Proposed Richmond County Data Centers

HAMLET, N.C. — On Sunday, August 30, 2026, pastors, laity, and concerned citizens from across Richmond County gathered at Wayman Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Hamlet, North Carolina, for a…
By Rodney O. Moore

THIS GLOBAL MISSIONS SUNDAY  IS A CALL TO ZIONITES…  GO, GIVE & GROW!

September 2026 |Charlotte, North Carolina “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” — Matthew 28:19 …
By Dwight B. Cannon, D.D.  | Executive Director, Department of Global Missions | A.M.E. Zion Church

BLUE BEAR PRIDE HAS A NEW HOME: LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE UNVEILS HISTORIC NEW BOOKSTORE AND MERCHANDISING CENTER

  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 …
By Livingstone College

OPEN CALL: The Star of Zion Seeks Zionites Serving and Running for Public Office

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…
By The Star of Zion
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The A.M.E. Zion Church and the Boy Scouts of America

The history of the Boy Scouts of America cannot be told truthfully without Africa—and it cannot be told fully without The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Through the life and ministry of…

Groundbreaking Opens a New Chapter for Historic Cartwright Park

September 2026, Manteo, N.C…, More than 150 years after Rev. Andrew Cartwright planted the roots of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Zion Church throughout northeastern North Carolina,…

SPOTLIGHT ON SEPTEMBER

September 2026, New York, NY…    September is the ninth month of the calendar year and brings cooler autumn breezes, a welcome relief after sweltering summer temps.  As the…

Education News

Hood Theological Seminary Kicks Off Fall Semester:

The Hood Theological Seminary fall semester officially began Tuesday, August 25, and this semester marks an important step forward for Hood as the Seminary launches its new Hy-Flex …
By Dierdre' R. Parker, Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Hood Theological Seminary

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Joins Livingstone College as a Visiting Scholar in Residence

  SALISBURY, N.C.  — Livingstone College is emerging as a powerful destination for Black intellectual thought, cultural expression and academic excellence — and this fall, one of …
By The Office of Strategic Engagement, Integrated Marketing and Communications Livingstone College
Social Justice News
RALEIGH, NC — September 14, 2026 — When national religious, moral and civil rights leader and Repairers of the Breach President Bishop William J. Barber II called out the Trump administration’s …
By Michael Wukela
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…
By The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church · PROJECT 100
Opinion News

Waiting for Moses

What does it look like for a marginalized American to engage in a nation that has too many times proven itself unworthy of them, yet still meet each day armed with...
By Keith D. Tillett II
Other news
There are some moments in the life of a church that deserve more than an announcement—they deserve a celebration. Holland Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church recently experienced one of those moments as nine …
By Rev. Brodwynn Charles Roberts
The season is here, and Head Coach Ericka Charleston is ready to set the tone for Livingstone College volleyball. The Blue Bears enter the 2026 season projected to finish seventh in the CIAA, …
By Alexxis Hutchinson, Sports Editor
On August 14, 2026, I departed Kigali, Rwanda, for Ghana to participate in the Third Biennial Conference of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (A.M.E. Zion Church). What began as a journey…
By Rev. Felix Uwamahoro, The Bishop’s Deputy for Great Lakes Region
There is an ancient African proverb, “Until the lion tells his own story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.”  It comes to mind that on the 4 th of September, the United …
By Ronald A. Nathan, World Politics Editor
Pastors and Presiding Elders have the unique challenge of working through a plethora of changes within their region while sustaining the authenticity of their calls to ministry and God’s command to …
By Angelia J. Poole
Lifestyle News

Back-to-School Savings: A State-by-State Guide to 2026 Sales Tax Holidays

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 …
By Angel Eason, Lifestyle Editor
Health & Wellness News

Reflections From Our Journey to Liberia, April 2026

Giving oneself fully to God’s will has been the purpose and path God has placed me on since 2008, beginning with our first overseas Medical Mission/Dental Trip to Liberia, W. Africa, with...
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

The Importance of Mental Health

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month but reducing health disparities should be a priority year-round. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects…
By Daman De Leon, Health and Wellness Editor

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 – …
By Kara Harrington
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