The Mount Newsletter for October 1, 2025

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Order Your Copy of the 2025 No-vember Devotional "I've Got a Testimony!"

From 2022-2024, our Executive Minister, Rev. Dwylene Butler, wrote a devotional for our "No Complaints November" journey. For 30 days, Mount Members committed to give up complaining and replace it with an attitude of gratitude. It has been a great each time.


We are so excited that this year's devotional will feature 30 members sharing their testimonies. Each story is powerful and is a reminder that at the Mount, we have living, breathing miracles in our midst!  


Each day will include:

  • Today’s Text (Scripture)
  • Testimony Time (Mount Member's Story)
  • Timeless Tune (Song of the Day)
  • Think On These Things (Short Reflection)
  • Time to Talk with God (Prayer Prompt) 
  • Today’s Takeaway (A truth to carry with you) 

Click Here to preorder the "I've Got a Testimony: 2025 No Complaints November Devotional"! Orders must be placed by October 8th. (We gave you a few extra days) Books are being printed through Barnes & Noble Press and will require 11-13 business days for shipping, so we must place the order no later than next Wednesday in order to prevent paying expedited shipping costs and get them back by 4th Sunday in October so we are ready to read November 1st! The link requires payment online. If you prefer paying cash, check, or using your debit/credit card in-person, you can see Rev. Butler during church office hours or after worship on Sunday. We are asking for paid preorders so that we can be good stewards.


Click here to preview a member's devotional.


Please be advised that the Church Office will be closed on Thursday, October 2nd for a member's Homegoing Celebration located at another church. You can reach us via email or by leaving a voicemail. 

Important Change:
Please note that due to Baptism starting at 9:45 AM on October 5th, 
Church School will return on Sunday, October 12th at 9:30 AM

SMZBC's Church School and Bible Study Return on Wednesday, October 1st and Sunday, October 5th! Our virtual Bible Study will be taking a deep dive into the Lord's Prayer. The Women's Church School Class will be focusing on prayer too, but in a more intimate, in-person setting.

Those who regularly attend Women's Church School and/or the Sisters of Sixth Mount Zion Summer Book Club can testify that we have a good time together and it helps to build community.

To buy the book we'll be using, click here to purchase: https://square.link/u/o0Hxg1se. If you buy it using our link, you can save $2.27 off the Amazon price...we're selling them for $10.00! You can also purchase in person after worship on Sunday...please have exact change!

Final Note: If you are unable to afford the book, but want to participate in Church School, please email me at executiveminister@smzbc.org and we will do what we can.

Please mark your calendars for the Quarterly Church Business Meeting on Monday, October 13th at 7:00 PM.

Our 158th Church Anniversary and Homecoming: The approved 2025 Church Budget has a goal of raising $15,800.00 for Church Anniversary and Homecoming. If you were unable to give on Sunday, there is still time!

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.