The Wilmington District

Honoring the Journey: Words That Shaped Our People

The Legacy Begins Scripture: We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done. - Psalm 78:4 (NIV) Devotional: Our history is a testimony of God’s faithfulness through every generation. Remembering strengthens our identity and deepens our gratitude. Reflection: What part of your story is strengthened by remembering those before you?

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Feb 1: Harriet Tubman - “Every great dream begins with a dreamer.”

Feb 2: Frederick Douglass - “If there is no struggle, there is no progress.”

Feb 3: Sojourner Truth - “Truth is powerful and it prevails.”

Feb. 4: Rosa Parks - “You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.”

Wilmington District Men of Zion Meeting

St. James - Leland: Prayer Breakfast

Reminder: AME Zion Faith Leaders Listening Session with Governor Roy Cooper

On behalf of our Regional Lay President Mr. Hank Dobson

St. James - Leland: Family and Friends Day

Johnson Chapel: Missionary Day

Matter of IMPORTANCE

To All ENC Clergy and Laity,

We invite you to join us for a Faith Leaders Virtual Listening Session on Tuesday, February 3 at 6:30 PM, with Governor Roy Cooper.

This 45-minute virtual listening session is an opportunity for faith leaders from across North Carolina to hear directly from Governor Cooper and to engage in meaningful dialogue focused on strengthening relationships with the faith community.

Session Details

Date: Tuesday, February 3

Time: 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Location: https://zoom.us/j/98053808097?pwd=NoufvDBwKJWiglDbb4wyROzu0mEx9X.1

Thank you for your leadership and continued service to our communities. We look forward to connecting with you.

Bishop W. Darin Moore
Presiding Prelate of the Eastern North Carolina Episcopal District of The AME Zion Church
P.O. Box 97395
Raleigh, NC 27624
Email: Bishop@encamezion.org

“By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:35)

The Board of Bishops Presents: When Zion Meets

Zoom Link: https://gmail.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=33499aaf53995e7ef8d11fddd&id=88f39b3864&e=081dc5f242
Meeting ID: 826 7615 4153
Passcode: 2025
Dial-In #: 312 626 6799

Greetings Zion Family,

Please join us Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST for When Zion Meets, presented by the Board of Bishops. This special evening is designed to bring us together across Zion for encouragement, connection, and focused conversations that speak directly to the diverse callings within our church.

Monday’s session will feature intentional breakout sessions created to meet you where you are in ministry.

The Ministry of a Presiding Elder
For Presiding Elder

Blessed Are the Flexible, You Shall Not Be Easily Broken
For Pastors with 5 Years or More

You’re Not in This by Yourself
For Pastors Who Have Pastored Less Than 5 Years

There Is a Place for You at the Table
For Preachers Under 25

Serving from the 2nd Chair
For Conference Evangelists

Victory in Spiritual Warfare
For the Laity

We hope you join us as we take a moment to reconnect, be encouraged, and remember that there is a place for each of us at the table.

Yours in Christ,
Rev. Dr. Eleazar Merriweather
Executive Director
Department of Church Growth & Development
The A.M.E. Zion Church

College Resources (please share)

As our students dream, plan, and prepare for their next steps, we want them to know they are not walking this journey alone. Whether they’re applying to college, exploring career paths, or seeking financial support, there are resources available to guide them every step of the way.

God has a purpose for every student’s life, and He equips them with everything they need to walk boldly into their future. Let’s continue to uplift our youth, celebrate their achievements, and surround them with wisdom, support, and prayer.

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3

North Carolina College Admissions Deadlines and Visit Information for Fall 2026: https://www.cfnc.org/media/xnqndsgt/web-handout-nc-college-admissions-deadlines-and-visit-information-for-fall-2026.pdf

2026–27 FAFSA® Form Now Available! https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa?os=shmmfp.&ref=app Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school.

ACT Registration, dates and deadlines: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html

ACT: Fee Waiver https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration/fees/fee-waivers.html

ACT: Test Day https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-day.html

ACT: Test Prep https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation.html

ACT: Test Scores https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/scores.html

Cappex.com: scholarship and college search engine (very user friendly): https://www.appily.com/

College Board Scholarships: multiple scholarships listed!: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/scholarships-recognition/scholarship-partners?SFMC_cid=EM206130-&rid=47420673

College Prep Checklists: 10th Grade https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/10th-grade

College Prep Checklists: 11th Grade https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/11th-grade

College Prep Checklists: 12th Grade https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/12th-grade

College Prep Checklists: 9th Grade https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/9th-grade

College Prep Checklists: Middle School https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/middle-school

College Search (college highlights, quick facts and contact info): https://www2.cfnc.org/college-search

Criminal Justice Fellowship Program: https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/criminal-justice-fellows-program/

Folds of Honor: https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/

Form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school. https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Horatio Alger Association: multiple scholarships, for both juniors and seniors. College and trade school: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/?utm_source=Mailchimp&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=2024+US+-+Salesforce+Counselors+Email+%231+-+December+9%2C+2024&ct=t%28EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_12_12_2023_14_57_COPY_01%29

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships (multiple scholarships): https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/

SAT Registration, dates and deadlines https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines?ef_id=e20323825e8e1ff9493c4a82b4438ed0:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4330!10!73736307715029!!!!73736381486975!!567789452!1179777715528999&msclkid=e20323825e8e1ff9493c4a82b4438ed0

Scholarships By: Academic Major https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/academic-major

Scholarships By: ACT Score https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/act-score

Scholarships By: Age https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/age

Scholarships By: Artistic Ability https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/artistic-ability

Scholarships By: Athletic Ability https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/athletic-ability

Scholarships By: Deadline https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/deadline

Scholarships By: Employer https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/employer

Scholarships By: Ethnicity https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/ethnicity

Scholarships By: Financial Need https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/financial-need

Scholarships By: Gender https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/gender

Scholarships By: Grade Point Average https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/grade-point-average

Scholarships By: Honors Organization https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/honors-organization

Scholarships By: Military Affiliation https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/military-affiliation

Scholarships By: Number of Scholarships Available https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/number-of-scholarships-available

Scholarships By: Physical Disabilities https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/physical-disabilities

Scholarships By: Race https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/race

Scholarships By: Religion https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/religion

Scholarships By: Residence State https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/residence-state

Scholarships By: SAT Score https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/sat-score

Scholarships By: Scholarship Amount https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/scholarship-amount

Scholarships By: School Attendance State https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/school-attendance-state

Scholarships By: School Year https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/school-year

Scholarships By: Special Attributes https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/special-attributes

Scholarships By: Student Organization https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/student-organization

Scholarships for Military Families (links and information for ROTC students and children of military members): https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/scholarships-for-military.pdf

StudentScholarships.org: (HUGE range of scholarships, due dates from September through spring): https://studentscholarships.org/

Unigo: multiple scholarships, due dates ranging from September-March: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

Price Cathedral: Celebrating Black History Month

Price Cathedral: History of Hymns Worship Celebration!

History of Hymns Worship Celebration!

Join us February 22 at 3:00 PM as we welcome

Rev. Daquan Bimbo and the Holland Chapel AME Zion Church Mass Choir from Apex, NC.

It’s going to be a powerful afternoon of music, preaching, history, and worship don’t miss it!

BE OUR GUEST, BECOME OUR FAMILY

Christian Chapel: Soup for Souls

Christian Chapel Church's Pastor and members are delighted to extend an invitation to our Free Soups Fellowship in celebration of Valentine’s Day. This special gathering offers an opportunity to enjoy warm fellowship, delicious soups, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Kindly refer to the attached flyer for comprehensive details about this event.

Christian Chapel Church

Save the Date: Pre-Retirement Celebration for Presding Elder Rev. Dr. Andrew Dixon Brown, Goldsboro District

YACM Unleashed: The Revival Road Tour!

Young Adults—this one is for YOU!

Get ready to experience faith on fire at YACM Unleashed: The Revival Road Tour!

This March 2026, we’re bringing revival to the road with powerful worship, real conversations, bold preaching, and a space where your faith, purpose, and passion collide.

Come expecting renewal. Come ready to be unleashed.

More information coming soon!

Christian Education Department Elections Commission

The Christian Education Department Elections Commission would like to make the following announcement.

In addition to the Regional Chair positions, the following positions for Young Adults in Christian Ministries (YACM) are available for election:

Vice Chair
Treasurer
Secretary
Chaplain

Individuals who have already completed an acknowledgment form and are interested in these positions do not need to submit another form; they may simply note their interest on the application.

Anyone who has previously submitted an application may update it to indicate the positions they wish to be considered for at this time.

Thank you,

Rev. Dr. Paula B. Blue & Dean Margaree Coleman-Carter, Co-Chairs

Beginning Spiritual Emphasis Week

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Christian Education: Elevate Merchandise

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Christian Education: The 26th Quadrennial Convention

Please mark your calendar for Zion University, the Quadrennial Convention on Christian Education, to be held in Greenville, South Carolina, July 18-22, 2026.

This gathering will celebrate the work accomplished around the globe, foster connection among ministry leaders, and provide space for reflection and forward-looking conversation to advance Christian Education in our Zion.

Additional details will be released soon.

Christian Education: Called to Serve

Are you called to serve? The Christian Education Department is prayerfully recruiting candidates who desire to serve with excellence, faith, and integrity. Take the first step and complete the acknowledgement form at bit.ly/44Pxcl8. The deadline is Monday, February 16th.

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