Mount Members and Friends are encouraged to join us for a powerful Bible Study series based on a transformative book that was written 50 years ago, but is still very relevant! This is lesson five, you don't want to miss it!
The Mount Newsletter for June 4, 2025
God of the Oppressed Bible Study - TODAY at 12p and 6:30p
Join us this Sunday as we celebrate Pentecost!
Pentecost, observed 50 days after Easter, commemorates the pivotal moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles and other believers in Jerusalem, as described in the Book of Acts. This event empowered them to speak in diverse languages and boldly proclaim the Gospel, marking the birth of the Christian Church. For the Black church, Pentecost holds profound significance. The spirit of Pentecost—the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the emphasis on direct spiritual experience, and the communal expression of faith—is deeply embedded in our worship and theological understanding. It speaks to a divine empowerment that transcends oppressive structures, offering liberation, prophetic utterance, and a vibrant, uninhibited connection with God that has sustained our communities through generations of struggle and resilience.
Student, Graduate, and Educator Recognition
Please click on the appropriate form below. Deadline for all forms is June 8, 2025.
K-12 Student and Educator Recognition Form
The Sisters of Sixth Book Club is back for another powerful season of story, sisterhood, and spiritual reflection! In past years, we’ve drawn strength from memoirs like Finding Me by Viola Davis and Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson, and we’ve poured into ourselves with self-care resources like Sisterhood Heals and Set Boundaries, Find Peace. Now, we’re diving into an emotionally layered novel that speaks directly to the heart of Black womanhood.
This summer, we’re reading Grown Women by Sarai Johnson—a moving story about four generations of Black women navigating love, trauma, motherhood, and the complicated legacy of silence. It’s a celebration of what we carry, what we confront, and what we become when we choose healing over hiding.
Whether you’re new to our book club or returning for another round, there’s a space just for you. Get ready to laugh, cry, reflect, and rise with other women who are walking through their own journeys of becoming.
📖 Sessions begin July 2nd
🕖 Wednesdays at 6:30 PM
📍 Location TBD: Virtual or In-Person?
Let us know you plan to join us by clicking here to register today!
The SMZBC Men's Ministry is encouraging all Men of the Mount to live a safe, healthy lifestyle...and wear BLUE on Father's Day!
June is Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique health challenges faced by men. Given that men generally have a shorter lifespan than women and considering that African American men tend to live the shortest lives compared to all other demographics, it is especially important for Black men to prioritize their health and wellness. Did you know these three facts about men’s health?
- Eating a healthy diet can help men prevent prostate cancer. Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can improve prostate health in men. In particular, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower, as well as foods containing lycopene like tomatoes, have been found to have protective effects on the prostate. Reducing intake of red meat and dairy products may also help to improve prostate health.
- Regular doctor visits and timely medical care can improve men’s health outcomes. Men, particularly African American men, often avoid regular checkups and seeking medical attention due to societal pressure to be tough and self-sufficient. This can lead to dismissing symptoms and delaying medical attention until their condition worsens. Men also avoid professional care for mental health concerns, contributing to a suicide rate four times higher than that of women. This pattern of avoidance can have serious consequences, as preventive care and early detection can improve health outcomes and even save lives.
- Positive social relationships can enhance men’s health. Strong relationships are vital for men’s health. Research shows that having solid social connections lowers anxiety and depression, boosts self-esteem and empathy, and strengthens the immune system. On the flip side, lacking social support can have a more detrimental impact on men’s health than obesity and smoking. According to Harvard Medical School, marriage also brings significant health advantages for men, including lower rates of heart disease and stroke, better mental health, and increased longevity compared to unmarried men.
Source: https://www.aahpmontgomerycounty.org/facts-about-mens-health/
Make Your Voice Heard...Vote!
Early Voting is going on now through June 14th.
Primary Election Day is June 17th.
20th Anniversary of
Pastor & People
We are so grateful for what God has done, is doing, and has yet promised to do in and through
Pastor Tyrone Nelson and the Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church Family!
We ask that you mark your calendars so that you can celebrate with us!
Final Ad Payments due June 11, 2025.
Final Anniversary Dinner Ticket Payments must be made by June 22, 2025.
Need a Ride to Worship?
If you need transportation, please contact the church office (804-648-7511) by Friday at 12:00 PM. Let us know that you plan to attend worship every Sunday and you will stay on the list each week. It is your responsibility to let the church office know by Friday if you will NOT need a ride.
Your Giving Matters
Here are ways you can give to Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church:
- Drop Off at the Church or Mail: You can bring your tithes and offerings with you on Sunday or mail them to the church.
- Zelle: giving@smzbc.org
- Venmo: @SixthMountZionBaptistChurch or use the website
- Click one of the options below
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Meet us at The Mount today at 9:30 AM for Church School and 10:45 AM for worship!
God of the Oppressed Bible Study - TODAY at 12p and 6:30p