Harry J. Good – The Director of Christian Education Will:

Have insight as to the functions of the various departments. (Children, Youth, Young Adult, and Adult)

See that the department is supplied with necessary materials to ensure a successful program.

Provide that all special days are observed with programs.

Provide that our children, as well as adults, are instructed in Zion Methodism.

The Director of Christian Education is also responsible for whatever is necessary to promote a successful Sunday School program and Vacation Bible School.

“Where there is no vision, the people will perish.” Proverbs 29:18

Vison:  A vision statement indicates the “BIG PICTURE” of what you are constantly striving to reach. Therefore, the vision for the Mt. Zion Christian Education Department is: 

To be a community of servant believers; grounded in the Word of God; trained and equipped to witness to the world; committed to one in service; and bonded together by our love for Jesus Christ.

 

“Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly: I do not fight like a man beating the air.” (1 Corin. 9:26)

Mission:  The mission statement indicates the “To Do” planned activities that will contribute to us reaching our vision. Therefore, the Mission for the Mt. Zion Christian Education Department is:

  • To teach God’s Word
  • To train and equip God’s people for service
  • To guide our children, youth and adults in a spiritual formation process relevant to their need
  • To connect with the community through outreach and evangelism with the hope that all will come to know the love of God’s will for their lives

Tracy Long – Rosetta Isom (Asst.) The Children Director of Christian Education will:

unify, supervise and promote the entire Christian Education work of Youth in the local Church.

Varick International Christian Youth Council – VICYC

Purpose: To cultivate spiritual growth and spiritual development among persons 13-21. They also provide representation for the youth of this denomination. VICYC coordinates their activities, channel their concerns and present their collective contributions to the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

Colors

Red (blood of Jesus) and Purple (royalty)

Theme Song

“They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love”

????????- The Young Adult Director of Christian Education will:

unify, supervise and promote the entire Christian Education work of Young Adults in the local Church.

The Young Adult in Christian Ministries – YACM

Purpose: To encourage and motivate young adults to maintain committed lives to Christ and practice Christian principals. Provide an atmosphere in which young adults can develop and demonstrate their skills, talents and abilities to the furthering of Christian Education within and throughout the conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

Colors: Red and Gold

Red – Symbolizes power and the redemptive work of the blood of Jesus.  

Gold – Symbolizes royalty. We are chosen people and part of a royal priesthood.

Theme Song:

“Pass it On”

 

Stancy Bankhead – The Adult Director of Christian Education will:

unify, supervise and promote the entire Christian Education work of Adults in the local Church.

The Assembly of Christian Educators – ACE

Purpose: Is a body of dedicated, faithful, and committed Christian doing the will of God through educational ministry. We endeavor to extend to all persons the mission of Jesus Christ through a holistic approach. We promote God’s Word, the importance of Christian nurture and the doctrines of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Therefore, it is our goal to develop (1) discipleship, (2) personal growth, and (3) spiritual growth through training, educational resource sharing, stewardship, witnessing, outreach, and fellowship.

can Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

Colors: Red and Light Blue

Red – (Blood of Jesus)  

Light Blue – (Education)

Theme Song:

“We are Christian Educators” (tune – “We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder”) Lyrics – Dr. Mary Love