]The Mount Newsletter for March 15, 2026

About Today...

The Sisters of Sixth Mount Zion will lead us in worship along with the Instruments of Praise and the Women's Day Chorus. We look forward to a good word from our guest preacher. Women who have it in their closets are asked to wear pastels or shades of pink. Women who are able to give a donation above their tithes and offerings are asked to do so and note that it is a Women's Day Offering on their envelope or when giving online.


About Yesterday…

Our attentions were focused on 5 women of the Bible: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary. We listened, we learned, we laughed, we cried, we shared, we sang, we danced, we asked, we answered, we gave, we received, we thought, we guessed, we agreed, we encouraged! We did ALL THE THINGS that women can and will do when prompted by the anointing...Special Thanks to every woman that contributed or served before, during, and after today’s session! To God be the Glory! Oh, What a Time! (Deacon Val Short) Deacon Short has uploaded A LOT of photos in the Women's Ministry group on Realm Connect. Sisters, check them out!


We are still in the story. Through scripture, drama, music, movement and discussion...we learned about how the stories about women in the Bible continue to be relevant for women today.  (Sister Sharon Taylor)

If you recently joined (or want to join) our church, you are invited to attend Sixth Mount Zion’s Virtual New Members Class. The next class is Wednesday, March 18th!

FOR THOSE WHO NEED TO BE BAPTIZED
Please log on (meetings.dialpad.com/smzbc) or call (804-203-9011) at 5:15 PM. We will have a short discussion about what baptism is and what baptism is not to make sure you understand and to give you information about what to expect. You will stay on the call for the New Members session at 5:30 PM.

FOR THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY BEEN BAPTIZED
Please log on (meetings.dialpad.com/smzbc) or call (804-203-9011) at 5:30 PM. We will have a discussion about our church, our mission, vision, and ministries. The session will last until around 6:15 PM.

Attending a New Members Session is required before you become an "official" member of Sixth Mount Zion with all the rights and privileges and responsibilities of a Mount Member. After baptism and New Members class, you will be ready to receive the Right Hand of Fellowship.

Plan to stay after worship next Sunday (March 22nd) for the short film and discussion about Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s work and ties to the Richmond region.

Statewide Special Election for Proposed Constitutional Amendment

Early, in-person voting period:

  • Start Date Friday, March 6, 2026 through 5:00 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • Contact your local registrar’s office for all early voting and satellite location information.
  • Voter registration offices will be open for early voting on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • Apply for a ballot to be mailed to you through 5:00 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2026. 

For more information go to the Virginia Department of Elections website.

In an effort to keep everyone safe during worship and ministry activities, our Trustees are asking all members and guests to help us maintain a secure environment. In this current climate, we must all do our part to stay vigilant and protect one another. Please remember the following important guidelines:

Be aware of your surroundings at all times while on church property. If you see something that doesn’t feel right, notify a Trustee or Staff Person immediately.

Do not prop open any exterior doors under any circumstances. All doors should remain closed and locked unless they are being actively monitored.

Arrive on Time for Worship: Arriving on time also helps us maintain a secure environment, as it reduces the need to open the exterior doors multiple times once worship has begun.

Exit the building promptly after worship and other events so that our Trustees can properly secure the church.

Thank you for partnering with us to make Sixth Mount Zion a safe and welcoming place for everyone.