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A Statement from Bishop Starnes of The Piedmont Episcopal District: Monetary Relief for Jamaica
Grace and peace be multiplied unto you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As you are aware, our brothers and sisters in Jamaica have experienced severe hardship and devastation as a result of the recent natural disaster from Hurricane Melissa that struck the island on October 28, 2025. Many have lost…
Bishop Brian R. Thompson’s Encouraging Message on Life’s Struggles
During these challenging and uncertain times, Bishop Brian R. Thompson, Sr., President of the Board of Bishops, brings words of strength and hope on behalf of our Senior Bishop Darryl B. Starnes, Sr. and the Board of Bishops. Though we face spiritual and natural battles—economic struggles, injustice, and systems that seem to work against us—we…
Bishop Walker’s Address to Prostate Cancer
To Our Zion Family, Bishop Walker has always led with vision, faith, and a deep love for the people he serves. Today, he’s opening his heart in a new way—by sharing his personal journey with prostate cancer. In this powerful video, Bishop Walker speaks candidly about his diagnosis, the challenges he faced, and the lessons…
A Statement from the Board of Bishops of The A.M.E. Zion Church – A Message of Safety and Awareness
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.” – (1 Corinthians 16:13–14) To Our Beloved Zion Family: We write with heavy hearts in light of the violence that has once again struck our land. A church in Michigan was turned into a place of mourning….
Statement From The Board of Bishops of The A.M.E. Zion Church Regarding Recent Church Shooting
“My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.” (Isaiah 56:7) To our brothers and sisters across this nation, With broken hearts and holy anger, we speak today as Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. We are grieving and outraged that once again, violence has defiled the sacred. Just this…
A Statement from the Board of Bishops of The A.M.E. Zion Church Regarding Charlie Kirk
The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, the Freedom Church, joins millions across this nation in condemning the horrendous murder of Charlie Kirk. Violence is never the answer. It destroys families, communities, and souls. We extend heartfelt sympathy to his wife and their two children as they endure this time of deep grief. May God’s peace…
Statement of The Board of Bishops of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church Regarding the Federal Criminal Sentence of Dr. Staccato Powell For Defrauding A.M.E. Zion Churches In The Western Episcopal District
As has been reported in public-facing documents, on July 15, 2025, Dr. Staccato Powell, a disrobed bishop of The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (“A.M.E. Zion”), pled guilty in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California to wire fraud, mail fraud, and conspiracy to commit wire fraud and mail fraud. Dr. Powell’s…
Bishop Melanie Miller’s Message for Suicide Prevention Month
This September, during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we are reminded that every moment matters and every life is precious. Join us as Bishop Melanie Rogers Miller shares a powerful and heartfelt message titled “Five More Minutes”—a reminder that hope is never lost and God’s love is always present. The A.M.E. Zion Church stands with…
Statement from the Board of Bishops Regarding Trump’s Federal Takeover in D.C.
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” – Proverbs 31 : 8 – 9 (NIV) Beloved, We write with grief and righteous indignation in response to the August 11th announcement by the…
Statement from the Board of Bishops of the A.M.E. Zion Church Regarding Endorsements of Political Candidates
The A.M.E. Zion Church Cautions Endorsements of Political Candidates: Calls for Collective Clarity and Non-Endorsements “Watch out that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental principles of the world, and not according to Christ. For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily,…
