Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church
1312 Willow Street - Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401-3328
Reverend Carlos D. Bounds, M.Div., Pastor
Church Office: 610-279-8313
Church Website: www.mtzion-ntown.faith
Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 11:00AM WORSHIP SERVICE
FAMILY AND FRIENDS DAY
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
Stewards of the Day – Sister Lori Henry and Brother Louis Mason
Trustees of the Day – Brothers Thomas Bradshaw and Holston Spence
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF SERVICES AND EVENTS FOR CHURCH, COMMUNITY AND DISTRICT.
Announcements are an essential part of the church service. They are shared to keep everyone informed of upcoming activities and events. Thank you for taking time to carefully review them.
Your support and prayers are very much appreciated!
You are invited to join Mount Zion Church Reoccurring meetings/Activities/Events
Sunday Worship Services
8:00AM - (2nd and 4th Sundays) - Sister Peggy Ann Scott, Coordinator and Worship Leader
11:00AM - Sunday Worship Service
Sunday Adult Church School - 9:30AM - 10:30AM - Louden Hall
Sunday Children Church School - 10:30AM - 11:30AM - Multi Purpose Room
Monday Evangelist Prayer Conf - 7:15pm - 8:15pm - Dial-In: 716 427 1108 - Passcode: 137801 - Evangelist Alaia Bradshaw
Wednesday Mid-Day Bible Study
Wednesday Evening Bible Study - 7:00pm - 8:00pm - Zoom Meeting ID: 949 0581 6504 - Passcode: 475200 - Dial-In: 646-876-9923
Wednesday Monthly Love Feast (last Wednesday of each month)
7:00pm - Mt. Zion Sanctuary - Sister Paulette Jones, Coordinator and Worship Leader - Love Feast and Meditation Service - Virtual
Wednesday Narcotics Anonymous - 7:30pm - Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Group meet weekly in Louden Hall - Bro Eric Payne
Thursday Exercise Sessions - 6:00pm - 7:00pm - Louden Hall - Sister Phyllis Mason, Leader
Worship the Lord with online giving: CashApp - $mtzionntown or Zelle – 610-761-6346
Thank you for your financial support!
WELCOME VISITORS - Mount Zion Church welcome and greet our visitors in the name of our lord Jesus! we thank our heavenly father for this wonderful day as we gather to celebrate family and friends day. welcome visitors who have joined the worship service in-person, by FACEBOOK, or Call-In. May today be filled with joy, love, and the presence of the Holy Spirit. we are delighted you made a decision to worship with mt. Zion church family today.
Family and Friends Day is a special event designed to encourage church members to invite their loved ones to experience worship, fellowship, and community togetherness. Appreciation is extended to everyone for your unwavering support and kindness in this special worship service.
You are invited to join family and friends in Louden Hall for light snacks.
FLOWERS DURING LENTEN SEASON - In the Episcopal churches the use of flowers on the altar during Lenten Season is strictly regulated. Flowers should not adorn the altar from Ash Wednesday until the Easter Vigil. No dedication of flowers is noted. The use of colorful live or artificial flowers is removed, but dried evergreens, eucalyptus stems, various ferns, and greenery sprays may be used. Enjoy the selected greenery that will be placed on the altar weekly during the Lenten season. Resource: https://nationalaltarguildassociation.org/?p=385
LENT starts on ASH Wednesday and is a 40-day period of fasting and praying leading up to Easter and ends either on Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026 or Holy Saturday, April 4, 2026. The ashes on the forehead serve as a visible symbolic reminder of human mortality and the need for repentance. Palm Sunday is March 29, 2026. This is the Sunday before Easter and commemorates Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem and it is the last Sunday of Lent. Maundy Thursday, known as Holy Thursday, is the day in Holy Week that commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with His disciples. It is a significant Christian observance where Jesus instituted the Eucharist, washed the disciples' feet as a symbol of humility and service, and foretold Good Friday on April 3, 2026. Good Friday is the day in Holy Week that commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ on the cross at Calvary. Holy Saturday is April 4, 2026, the day in Holy Week that falls between Good Friday and Easter Sunday on April 5, 2026.
Ø Sis. Joanne Turner and the local Lay Organization extend appreciation to attendees who joined the “Virtual Parliamentary Workshop” presented by Rev. Dr. Jacquita Wright-Henderson, Mt. Zion AME Church, Darby, PA on Tuesday night. Rev. Jacquita presented an excellent, remarkably, and informative presentation. Use link to join upcoming parliamentary workshops scheduled for March and April 2026 or for questions, contact Sis. Alisha Rodriguez - Alishat84@hotmail.com.
Ø Sunday, March 15, 2026 - Women’s Day Bake Sale sponsored by the Co-Operative Club following worship service. (Assorted Cake Slices sold for $5.00) in Louden Hall. Sister Adrianna Gray, President.
2026 Holy Week will be observed from March 29 to April 5 - SAVE THE DATES
·Palm Sunday March 29, 2026 Celebrates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, marking the star of Holy week.
·Holy Monday March 30, 2026 Focuses on Jesus’ teachings and actions in Jerusalem.
· Holy Wed April 1, 2026 | 7pm Prayer and Worship - Siloam Baptist Church - Pastor Randy Harris, Host.
· Maundy Thurs April 2, 2026 | 7pm Holy Communion Service | Live Stream - First Presbyterian Church - Airy and - Dekalb Streets - Pastor Peter Martin, Host.
· Good Friday April 3, 2026 | 12-3pm Last Seven Words from the Cross - Pastor Scott C. Dorsey, Pastor. Remembers the crucifixion of Jesus and His ultimate sacrifice for humanity.
· Easter Sunday April 5, 2026 | 6am Easter Resurrection Sunday - Siloam Baptist Church - Preacher Rev. James Saunder | Pastor Randy Harris, Host. Live Stream. Celebration the Resurrection of Jesus, the central event of the Christian faith.
Ø Women’s Day Save The Dates
· Saturday, March 28, 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm - Women’s Day Prayer Breakfast - Rev. Tiffany Lett
Martin, guest preacher - Bethel A.M.E Church - West Chester, PA. Breakfast ticket Cost $15.00.
Contact Joanne Turner for ticket purchase ASAP.
· Wednesday, April 22 and Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 7:00pm nightly - Women’s Day 2-Night Revival,
Evangelist Tasha Miller, guest preacher, Memorial Church of God in Christ, Haverford, PA.
· Sunday, April 26, 2026 - Annual Women’s Day - Evangelist Janis Ramsey-Ruise, guest preacher, Memorial Church of God in Christ, Haverford, PA.
· Women’s Day Scripture: "How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity” Psalm 133:1 (NIV).
· Women’s Day Theme: “Sisters in Christ, Unity and Community - One Voice, One Purpose.”
Women’s Day Assessment: $150 per person. Women’s Day Financial Goal: $10,000.
Monies for all events should be submitted to Sis Joanne Turner/Bro Sonny Grimes. Use the pink envelopes for submitting your funds or adding funds to your T/O envelope indicating your intentions.
Sister Agnes Lumpkin, Chairperson and Sister Adrianna Gray, Co-Chairperson.
Ø Monday, March 16, 2026 - 7:00pm - Trustee Board Monthly Zoom Meeting. Details forthcoming.
Ø 2026 Annual Conferences and dates:
* March 5-8, 2026 - Bermuda Annual Conference - Ministerial Alliance.
* March 12-14, 2026 - Delaware Annual Conference - Bethel A.M.E. Church - Wilmington, DE - Rev. Dr. Stanley Hearst, Host Pastor.
* March 25-28, 2026 New Jersey Annual Conference - St. Matthew A.M.E. Church - Orange, NJ - Rev. Melvin E. Wilson, Host Pastor.
* April 8-11, 2026 New England Annual Conference - Stamford, CT - Ministerial Alliance.
* April 22-25, 2026 New York Annual Conference - First A.M.E. Church - Bethel Harlem, NY - Rev. Dr. Tristan Salley, Host Pastor.
* April 29-May 2, 2026 Western NY Annual Conference - Israel A.M.E. Church, Albany, NY - Rev. Kevin Taylor, Host Pastor.
* May 20-23, 2026 Philadelphia Annual Conference - Valley Forge Convention Center - King of Prussia - Hosted by the South District.
Rev. Dr. Janet J. Sturdivant, Host Presiding Elder. Agenda Sermons as scheduled - Subject to Change:
- Tues Evening - Ministry of Evangelism Service - Rev. Jay Broadnax, preacher
- Wed Noon - Missionary Day - Rev. Kasha Sudler, preacher
- Wed Evening - Annual Sermon - Rev. Dr. W. Ouemonde Brangman, preacher
- Thurs Noon - Women in Ministry - Rev. Dr. Belinda E. Boyer, preacher
- Thurs Afternoon - Sons of Allen - Rev. Dr, Michael Heath, preacher
- Thurs Evening - Lay Witness Night - State Rep Joanne McClinton, speaker
- Fri Midday - Ordination - Rev Gregory K. McLeod, preacher
- Fri Evening - Closing and Commissioning - Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr.
- Sat Morning - YPD Annual Day - Rev. Dr. Derrick E. Brown, preacher
* June 4-6, 2026 Planning Meeting - Schedule/Venue TBD
Ø Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 8:00am - 1:00pm - Church School Convention celebrating Present and Former Superintendents and Honoring Sister Amy Bounds, Sister Angelena Spears, and other South District Superintendents. Venue: Morris Brown A.M.E. Church - 1756 North 25th Street - Philadelphia, PA - Rev. Bryan S. McAllister, host pastor (1 day event). Rev. Dr. Janet Jenkins Sturdivant, Presiding Elder.
· Rev. Stacia L. Gray, Wesley A.M.E. Church Swarthmore - Noon day preacher
· Panel Discussion: How To Strengthen Church School?
· Rev. Carlos D. Bounds, Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Norristown, pastor - Moderator
· Rev. Tiffany Lett Martin, pastor of Bethel A.M.E. Church, West Chester, PA
Workshop: “The Season of Lent” - https://www.facebook.com/mobrownphilly/
Ø Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - Reverend Dr. Janet J. Sturdivant, Presiding Elder - Happy 70th Birthday!
Ø May 20-23, 2026 - 210th Session of the Philadelphia Annual Conf - South District Host. Venue: Valley Forge Convention Center - 1160 First Avenue - King of Prussia, PA 19406. Note the Digital 2026 Annual Conference Guides for your review. Download and view the Digital 2026 Annual Conference Guide.
Ø Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 70th Birthday Celebration - 7:00PM - 11:00PM for Presiding Elder Janet Jenkins Sturdivant. Venue Reception: The Waterfall - 3416 Philadelphia Pike - Clayton, DE 19703 - Ticket cost $100. Contact Presiding Elder Sturdivant for ticket purchase Sturdivantbirthday@gmail.com. YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT PASTOR BOUNDS FOR TICKET PURCHASE ASAP!
Ø Sunday, June 28, 2026 - 3:00pm - Celebration of Reverend Lois Wilkinson’s First Year Pastoral Anniversary. Venue: Bethel A.M.E. Church - 163 Sheldon Lane - Ardmore, PA 19003. Pastor Carlos D. Bounds is the guest preacher.
Ø The 2025 Financial Statements are still available for pick-up Sunday at church. Contact Brother Alton Jones (AJ) (university46@aol.com) or Brother Grimes (grimes6@comcast.net) for obtaining statements.
Ø IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS - If your contact information - name, postal address, email address and especially your phone number have changed, please inform Brother Alton (AJ) Jones ASAP. If you do not receive Mt. Zion’s Calling Post messages, it is probably due to a phone number change. Thank you for contacting Brother Jones at university46@aol.com with contact updates.
Ø Mt. Zion Van Service Weekly Schedule - If Van transportation is needed to and from the church for worship services, call Saturday night prior to Sunday you need transportation. Members in need of Van service are asked to be ready for pick-up by 10:30am. First Sunday driver is Brother Wendel Haulcy (610-952-6857). Second, Third, Fourth and Fifth Sunday driver is Brother Allen Yates (610-999-5141).
Ø Flower Club - You may contact Sister Wanda Thompson, point of contact with questions regarding dates of floral dedications at wanda.thompson017@gmail.com or 267-283-5386. Also, you may obtain and complete ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATION FORMS which can be found on the Narthex/Lobby Information Table and submit form to Sister Thompson. (Present Flower Club Members as of 2024 to present: Mae Anthoney, Olethia Bradshaw, Annie Harris, Chu Cha Harris, Kathy Harris, Lois David Jones, Ramona Mcgee, Darlene Spencer, Shelina Thomas, Jon Thompson, Wanda Thompson, Etta Wise, and Allen Yates). THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE FLOWER CLUB!
REQUEST FOR PRAYERS for Sick and Shut-In members and friends in private homes, hospitals, nursing facilities, churches, rehab centers, and homeless/unhoused families within the surrounding communities. Sick and Shut-In Members: Sisters Mary Mansfield, Edith Custis, Bernice Lindsey, Nadia Wilson, Naomi Satterwhite, Lisa Walker, Dana Crowder, Wanda Jones, Carol Adams Dews, Brothers Vernal Henry, Curtis Lindsey, Sr., Lennox Wilson, Billy Sherard, Henry Smith, George Steward, and other unlisted names of Mt. Zion sick and shut-in members and friends. We pray for the families and friends that are care givers. Healing prayers for the greater unity of the church and surrounding communities. Lord Give them endurance, compassion, and wisdom as they provide support. May their love be a source of encouragement and light to those who are unwell. Bless them with your grace and peace. “But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 30:17.
CONDOLENCES - May the blessings of the Lord be upon families and friends who have lost loved ones during these difficult journeys. “Fear thou not; for I am with thee, be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness” Isaiah 41:10 (KJV).
HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH AWARENESS: Colorectal Cancer, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, National Bleeding Disorders, National Colorectal Cancer, National Developmental Disabilities, National Endometriosis, National Kidney Awareness, Eye Wellness Awareness, Obesity Day, Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Kidney Day Awareness, Down Syndrome Day, Purple Day for epilepsy awareness, American Diabetes Alert Day (March 28), World Bipolar Day (March 30).
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“The Year Of Transition”
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you hope and a future" Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
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Mount Zion Church Boards, Clubs, Coordinators, Ministries, Organizations
and Responsible Persons (contact info can be provided if necessary).
Adult Church School Sister Avis McMillan, Leader
Bereavement / Comfort Care Ministry Sister Peggy Ann Scott, Coordinator
Calling Post Brother Alton (AJ) Jones, Coordinator
Celebration of Life Ministry Sister Olethia Bradshaw, Coordinator
Children Church School Sister Amy Bounds, Leader
Christian Board of Education Sister Avis McMillan, Director
Church Caterer Sister Dawn Ford, Coordinator
Church Consultants To The Pastor Sister Thelma Satterwhite / Brother Henry J. Murray
Church Ministry Assistant To The Pastor Sister Peggy Ann Scott
Church School - Adult and Children Sister Amy Bounds, Superintendent
Class Leaders’ Ministry Sisters Antoinette Johnson / Olethia Bradshaw, Coordinators
Coat and Soup Ministry Sister Vicky Hubert, President
Communications/Corresponding Ministry Sister Lorraine Vance, Coordinator – virginia.vance@yahoo.com
Co-Operative Club Sister Adrianna Turner-Gray, President
Couples Marriage Fellowship Ministry Pastor Carlos Bounds / Sister Amy Bounds, Leaders
Education Achievement Ministry Sister Avis McMillan, Director
Entertainment Committee Sister Olethia Bradshaw, Coordinator
EPIC (Edifying Praise In Christ) Brother Oscar Williams / Sister A’aShay Kelsey
Flower Club Sister Wanda Thompson, Point of Contact
Finance Commission Brother G. Sonny Grimes, Church Treasurer
Greeters Ministry / Narthex / Parking Sister Avis McMillan, Coordinator
Health / Safety / Security - Church Emergency Volunteers
Iron Sharpens Iron Men’s Ministry Brother Louis W. Mason, Leader
Kitchen Ministry Sister Olethia Bradshaw / Brother Vernon Glenn, Coordinators
Lay Organization Sister Joanne Turner, President
Love Choir Sister Joanne Flagg, President
Male Chorus Brother Eric Alexander, President
Mt. Zion Worship Services (2nd / 4th Sundays) Sister Peggy Ann Scott, Ministerial Leader
Mt. Zion Community Tennis Association Sister Phyllis Mason, Coordinator
Mt. Zion Royal Praise Dance Team Sisters Keisha Flagg / JaLisa Gibson, Dance Coordinators
Music Choirs Brother Oscar Williams, Musician of all Choirs and Other Musicians
Music Ministry Brother Louis W. Mason, Director
Outreach Evangelism Ministry Sister Amy Bounds / Evangelist Alaia Bradshaw, Coordinators
Outreach Ministry (Narcotics Anonymous) Brother Eric Payne, Leader
Pastor’s Aide Ministry (PAM) Sister Dawn Ford, President
Praise and Worship Team Brother Oscar Williams, Leader
Social Media (Church Website / Facebook) Sister Lisa Smith, Coordinator
Steward Board Sister Antionette Johnson, Vice Chair
Stewardess Board Sister Olethia Bradshaw, President
Technical Team Sisters Joanne Turner - Lisa Smith - Alisha Rodriguez - Vicky Hubert
Trustee Board Sister Trina Allison, Vice Chair
Usher Board Sister Lisa Gibson, President
Van Ministry Brother G. Sonny Grimes, Leader
Women’s Fellowship Ministry Sister Amy Bounds, Leader
Women’s Missionary Society (WMS) Sister Anthea Lett, President
Women’s Youth Adult Fellowship Evangelist Alaia Bradshaw, Leader
Young People’s Department (YPD) Evangelist Ebony Staten-Fortson, Leader
Young Women’s Fellowship Evangelist Alaia Bradshaw, Leader