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The A.M.E. Zion Church Apr 16, 2026

Statement from the Board of Bishops of the A.M.E. Zion Church on the Idolatrous Imagery Promoted by President Donald J. Trump on Truth Social

“You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them or worship them.” – Exodus 20:4-5 (NIV) The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church has stood for more than 219 years as “The Freedom Church.” We are heirs of a tradition that has never confused earthly power with divine authority, and we have never allowed the garments of political office to be draped over the shoulders of Almighty God. It is in that same prophetic spirit that we…

The A.M.E. Zion Church Jan 15, 2022

Official Statement from the Board of Bishops Regarding the Immediate Neccesity of Passing Voting Rights Legislation

Official Statement of The Board of Bishops of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church Regarding the Immediate Necessity of Passing Voting Rights Legislation  On Monday, January 17th, our nation will once again commemorate the life, the legacy, and lingering work to be completed of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Someone has correctly stated that MLK’s Birthday should not just be a “day off, it must be a day on!” The Board of Bishops wholeheartedly agrees with this affirmation. Our work as a nation to realize true justice is extensive, including education, economic, and police reform; however, there is…

The A.M.E. Zion Church Aug 28, 2021

Request for Article Submissions

STAROZIONMR. DARIN KENTEditor in Chief704-688-2577 editor@starofzion.orgwww.starofzion.orgTO: Journalist and Freelance WritersDATE: August 28, 2021SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS The Star of Zion desires to provide all readers with news that is current, articles that are useful, and sources that are credible. This can only be achieved by having a team of writers regularly submitting articles that are clear, concise, and thought provoking. As the Communications link to the A.M.E. Zion Church the Star has the honored task of providing the A.M.E. Zion Church globally with information pertinent to both internal and external affairs. The subject matter of the content may include…

The A.M.E. Zion Church Aug 24, 2021

Latest Updates from the Editor in Chief

The Mission StatementThe Star of Zion is an award winning newspaper and journalistic media organization, published by the A.M.E. Zion Church as its official organ since 1876. Being guided by the core values; truth, faith, and love, the Star seeks to raise the consciousness of readers with news that is current, relevant, and dependable. Effective immediately;1. Please be advised; the Star no longer requires fees for submission of journalistic articles and photographs.2. Please consider this as an official solicitation to all writers across the A.M.E. Zion denomination who desire to share in the great ministry at the Star. The Star…