MISSION STATEMENT

Our goal is to bring the Word of God to life and make it relevant for kids and youth of all ages in Christ!

Sis. Debra Kennedy, Praise Convene, Kids’

Sis. Linda Fleet, Co-Convener, Kids Praise

Bro. Kenneth Gill, Convener, Youth Praise

Sis. Danita Lipscomb, Youth Day Coordinator

Youth & Kids’ Praise meets the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of each month from October through May.

Music Ministry

Mission Statement

“speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:19-20 (NIV)

The music ministry of Zion Baptist Church dedicates its efforts to worshiping God through song, conducting regular performances throughout the year. Our singing is committed to glorifying God.

Music Ministry

Minister of Music: Bro. Shelton Becton

Musicians:

Sis. Kestia St. Juste – Piano/Keyboards

Bro James Fleet – Horns

Bro. George Ward – Drummer

Bro. Wenzalas Womble – Percussionist

Zion Mass Choir Conveners:

Sis. Geraldine Cunningham, Convener

Sis. Denise Lipscomb, Co-Convener

Young People’s Praise Ensemble (YPPE):

Sis. Sheila Marshall-Hunter, Convener

Sis. Kestia St. Juste, Musician​

Women’s Fellowship

Sis. Renee Oliver, Convener Women’s Day

Sis. Danielle Crandall, Co-Convener Women’s Day

 Mission Statement:

” Seeing a fig tree by the road, he went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. Then he said to it, “May you never bear fruit again!” Immediately, the tree withered. When the disciples saw this, they were amazed. “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” they asked. Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done. If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” Matthew 21:19-22 NIV

Our goal is to uplift and empower women, so they feel confident and ready to serve the Lord. We aim to help women grow through healing, restoration, and transformation. We want to nurture spiritually strong women who serve in ministry with love, peace, unity, and joy. By encouraging, supporting, praying for, and loving one another, we can help women of Zion share their spiritual gifts. This will create a community of strong, supported, and wise women in Christ, making a positive impact across Zion Baptist Church’s ministries.

Men’s Fellowship

Bro. Christopher Mitchell, Convener

Bro. John Lee, Co-Convener

How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe. Psalm 133:1-2 NIV

Missionary Ministry

Sis. Delores Mitchell, Convener

Sis. Brenda Holder, Co-Convener

 Mission Statement

Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen. Matthew 28:19-20 NKJV

The Missionary Ministry of Zion Baptist Church aims to provide spiritual and emotional support to our congregation, community, and anyone in need. We fulfill this mission by dedicating ourselves to the teachings of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Additionally, we commit to sharing our knowledge, gifts, and talents with others. Our ongoing focus is to guide souls toward Christ and inspire spiritual dedication, especially among all people.

Usher’s Ministry

Sis. Gail Seay, President, Joint Usher’s Ministry

Sis. Kassandra Brooks, 1^st Vice President

Bro Anthony Moorer, 2nd Vice President

Sis. Daphine Cain, Supervisor Youth Usher’s Ministry

Sis. Mary Jones, Asst. Supervisor Youth Usher’s Ministry

Sis. Juliet Hunt, Asst. Supervisor Youth Usher’s Ministry

Mission Statement

Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked. Psalm 84:10 NIV

The Ushers’ main mission is to serve. Our aim is to reflect Christ and
the church through our service. Ushers honor the Lord by identifying their
spiritual gifts and actively applying them to the church’s ministry. This ministry aims to support the church’s overall goal of fostering both spiritual and numerical growth.

Evangelistic Task Force Evangelistic Task Force

Sis. Sonia McCray, Convener

Evangelistic Task Force: Ministry of Servanthood; source of information, resource of support, and a vehicle to salvation.

Mission Statement

 “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.” Luke 14:23

The purpose of the Task Force is to compel, convince, conform, and then convert the unsaved sinner to Jesus Christ.

Vision: To evangelize the neighboring communities and operate as a visible, available force in Zion.

The Evangelistic Task Force is one of many ministries that operate, grow, lead, and evangelize within the Zion family. Taskforce members welcome people as they enter the church, evangelize on street corners, visit nursing homes, and take part in kingdom-building activities.

Ministerial Staff

Min. Annie L. Barnes

Minister Annie Barnes has been a member of Zion Baptist Church since September 1986. Minister Barnes was appointed Church Treasurer in 1990 and continues to serve in this capacity today. She has been a student of Zion Baptist Church Bible Institute since its inaugural semester in the fall of 1994, eventually becoming a faculty member. From 2005 to 2011, Minister Barnes has also served as an instructor at the Zion Baptist Church Bible Institute. As part of Pastor Peace’s progressive and visionary initiative within Zion, Minister Barnes, along with eleven other women, began training as deacons, and on November 30, 1997, they were duly ordained as deacons. To expand her ministerial capabilities, Minister Barnes began seminary training to become a licensed minister. On January 27, 2002, she was licensed to preach the gospel by Reverend Dr. M. Marquette Peace, Jr. Currently, Minister Barnes serves as the Minister to All Ministries. She is the mother of four children—one daughter and three sons—as well as a grandmother of twelve and a great-grandmother of eight. 

Mission Statement

 “In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons. In the same way, the women are to be worthy of respect, not malicious talkers but temperate and trustworthy in everything. A deacon must be faithful to his wife and must manage his children and his household well. Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus.”

 I Timothy 3:8-13 NIV

The Deacon Ministry bears the responsibility of supporting the Pastor in worship activities, as well as helping during Baptism and Communion services. It also involves caring for the elderly, the sick, shut-ins, and those in need. Furthermore, the Deacon Ministry is tasked with aiding in Bible teaching, leading outreach initiatives, evangelism, prayer meetings, and serving as a resource of wisdom and strength in their leadership roles within Zion Baptist Church. 

Dea. James Gamble, Convener

Dea. James Brown, Co-Convener

Deacon Devery Cole

Deacon Dorothy Gamble

Deacon Emeritus Clo Jackson

Deacon Patricia Lewin

Deacon Artie Street

Ministries United in Stewardship

Sis. Sandra Street, Convener

Mission Statement

The mission of Ministries United in Stewardship is to unify all ministries into a single entity, with the overarching aim of advancing God’s Kingdom. It serves as a platform for gathering all leadership coordinators to foster encouragement and to strengthen the ministries. 

Hospitality Ministry

Sis. Lorraine Steel, Convener

Sis. Letitia Nicholas, Co-Convener

Rather, he must be hospitable, one who loves what is good,

who is self-controlled, upright, holy and disciplined.

Titus 1:8 NIV

Motto: “Called to Serve…Committed to Service”

Mission Statement

The Hospitality Ministry is a community of members whose purpose it is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through service to Jesus Christ. Jesus, a perfect servant, a stranger, a host, and a guest depended upon hospitality, received hospitality, gave hospitality, and focused on the importance of hospitality.

Media and Communications Ministry

“So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Romans 10:17

Vision Statement:

The Ministry of Media and Communications endeavors to improve the worship experience by offering a comprehensive range of media solutions that enrich, support, and nurture spiritual development for both the church community and the broader populace. Through the implementation of audio-visual technology, live streaming, and social media platforms, our objective is to serve the body of Christ and others, enhancing the spiritual growth of believers and disseminating the Gospel.

Mission Statement:

Our objectives are to utilize our talents to assist the worship team and pastor in delivering the Word of God, as well as to train the next generation in theology complemented by technology to serve effectively, thereby supporting the church’s teachings through both in-person and online platforms.