Leadership Training Institute (LTI) Links (ie. registration, virtual conference, etc.)

 



LTI Information:

 https://lti2026.encamezion.org/

Registration:

https://lti2026.encamezion.org/register/

Virtual Conference: https://lti2026.encamezion.org/virtual/



Leadership Training Institute June 25 - 27, 2026 Agenda

 

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THURSDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE

June 25, 2026 

Rev. Daquan Bimbo, Worship Leader

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Praise and Worship

Call to Worship  

Invocation

Evening Hymn - "O For a Thousand Tongues" (pg. 18)

Scripture Reading - Rev. Rona Watson

Prayer - Rev. Kelvin Freeman

Selection - Eastern North Carolina Mass Choir

Presentation of The Bishop Presiding Elder Terry Jones

Presentation of the Preacher Bishop W. Darin Moore Presiding Prelate, Eastern North Carolina Episcopal District 

Sermonic Selection(s) - Michael Georges Jr., Psalmist

SermonSERMON - Rev. Dr. Jennifer Carner, Executive Pastor of Membership Care Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church (The House of Hope, Atlanta, GA

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Offering - Eastern North Carolina Finance Committee

Announcements - Rev. Dr. Nathaniel B. Cox, Dean

Remarks - Bishop W. Darin Moore

Benediction - Rev. Dr. Jennifer L. Carner

https://lti2026.encamezion.org/thursday-evening-program/

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FRIDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE  

June 26, 2026    

Presiding Elder Fondella Leigh, Worship Leader

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Praise and Worship

Call to Worship  

Invocation/Response

Evening Hymn - "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less" (pg. 18)

Scripture Reading - Rev. Mario E. Kilpatrick

Prayer - Rev. Kittie Jacobs 

Selection

Presentation of The Bishop - Presiding Elder Sharon Newton

Presentation of the Preacher Bishop W. Darin Moore Presiding Prelate, Eastern North Carolina Episcopal District 

Sermonic Selection(s) - KB Stone & Redemption, Psalmist

Sermon - Rev. Matthew Watley, Senior Pastor, Kingdom Fellowship AME Church, Calverton, MD

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Offering - Eastern North Carolina Finance Committee

Announcements - Rev. Dr. Nathaniel B. Cox, Dean

Remarks - Bishop W. Darin Moore

Benediction - Rev. Matthew Watley

https://lti2026.encamezion.org/friday-evening-program/

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SATURDAY WORSHIP SERVICE

June 27, 2026    

Rev. Jessica Franks, Worship Leader

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Praise and Worship

Call to Worship  

Invocation

Scripture Reading - Mr. Dee Dowdy

Prayer - Sis. Jessica Shellman

Selection - Eastern North Carolina YAYA (Youth & Young Adult) Choir

Presentation of The Bishop

Presentation of the Preacher Bishop W. Darin Moore Presiding Prelate, Eastern North Carolina Episcopal District 

Sermonic Selection(s) - Eastern North Carolina YAYA (Youth & Young Adult) Choir

Sermon - Rev. Dr. Jerret Fite, Senior Pastor Steele Creek A.M.E. Zion Church, Lancaster, SC

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Offering - Eastern North Carolina Finance Committee

Announcements - Rev. Dr. Nathaniel B. Cox, Dean

Remarks - Bishop W. Darin Moore

Benediction - Rev. Dr. Jerret Fite 

https://lti2026.encamezion.org/saturday-closing-program/

Children's Leadership Academy - "God Wants You: Called & Ready for Duty" - June 25 - 27, 2026

 2026 Theme

God Wants You: Called & Ready for Duty

Theme Scripture:

"Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send?

And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!"

Isaiah 6:8

Schedule


Thursday, June 25, 2026: Kingdom Plaza Room

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Check-In (Small Groups)

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Pre-Workshop Activities

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Worship & Engagement

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM Session #1 Report for Duty: Who Am I ?

Children will discover who they are in Christ and understand that they are loved, chosen, and called by God.

3:45 PM - 4:15 PM Journal/Kids Panel Q & A

4:15 PM Dismissal & Checkout

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Friday, June 26, 2026: Kingdom Plaza Room

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Check-In (Small Groups)

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Pre-Workshop Activities

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Worship & Engagement

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Session #2 Uniform Check: How Do I Stand Strong?

Children will learn how God's truth and spiritual armor help them stand strong in their faith.

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM *****Journal/Break*****

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Session #3 Ready for Transformation: God Changes Me

Children will discover how the Holy Spirit transforms believers to become more like Jesus.

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM *****Journal/Break*****

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Session #4 Boots on the Ground: Faith in Action

Children will learn practical ways to serve others and live our their faith daily

11:45 AM - 12:00 PM *****Journal/Break*****

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Kids Panel Q & A

12:30 PM - 2:15 PM ***** Transition/Lunch/Free Time *****

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Sessions #5 Movie: The Pigrims Progress

The Pilgrim's Progress is a famous 1678 Christian allegory. It follows a man named Christian

who leaves the "City of Destruction" on a journey to the Celestial City. Along the way, he overcomes

obstacles learning about faith, perseverance, and, ultimately, redemption.

4:30 PM Dismissal & Checkout

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Saturday, June 27, 2026: Kingdom Plaza Room

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Check-In (Small Groups)

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Pre-Workshop Activities

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Kids Worship Experience: IDENTI "TEA" by Pastor Angela

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM ***** BREAK *****

11:30 AM Kingdom Cadet Celebration - Glow Party & Puppet Show entitled: "God Wants You"

by With His Hands Puppets (With His Hands Puppets is Pastor Angela's Puppet Ministry)


https://lti2026.encamezion.org/childrens-leadership-academy/

Price Cathedral: Movement Matters Wednesdays

 MOVEMENT MATTERS WEDNESDAYS

Your body was made to move! Join us every Wednesday at 6:30 PM for Movement Matters at Price Cathedral AME Zion Church. Whether you’re young or seasoned, a fitness enthusiast or just getting started, this is a welcoming space to move, connect, and grow together. Come enjoy light exercise, fellowship, and encouragement in a fun, judgment-free environment.

💜 All Ages Welcome
💚 All Fitness Levels Welcome
💜 Free to Attend
💚 Bring a Friend or the Whole Family

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Price Cathedral: Christian Car Show 2026

 CHRISTIAN CAR SHOW 2026

June 20, 2026 from 11am to 2pm
620 Nixon St Wilmington NC
This event is open to the public and vendors
If you have a car or want to be a vendor, registration is required. 
Register Here - www.pcwilm.org/carshow

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Christian Education Department

 

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Important updates from CED and beyond!
Registration Update

On-site Registration prices
will now begin on Sunday, June 14th (previously July 1st). Visit zu2026.com to register.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND ZION UNIVERSITY?!

EVERYONE!! Our bishops, board members, presiding elders, pastors, clergy, Christian educators, lay leaders, children, youth, young adults, members of VICYC, ACE, or YACM, church school leaders, supporters of Christian education, and especially all CED delegates.
View the ZU Overview Here
Join us for either session of the Get Ready for Zion University Webinar. 
  • Tonight, Monday, June 8 at 7:00 PM EST
  • Wednesday, June 10 at 7:00 PM EST
We look forward to connecting with you and helping everyone prepare for a successful and impactful gathering in Greenville!

Zoom Mtg ID: 870 3745 3157 Passcode: CED2026
Dial in: 1-305-224-1968 Passcode: 0617329# US
🔔  TRAVEL DISCOUNT ALERT!

The Christian Education Department has partnered with Avis Car Rental to provide a discount for your time in Greenville, SC!

Your Avis Worldwide Discount or AWD number is J157628.
When calling Avis at 1(800) 331-1600 to make reservations, provide the reservations agents with this AWD number to ensure you receive the best available car rental rates. You can also book online at Avis.com and enter the discount number to receive some great rates. 

Click below to view additional travel discounts

 
ZU Travel Discounts
Get ready for Children’s Day Weekend 2026! ðŸŽ‰

The Children’s Day Webinar is available for replay. Visit or YouTube Channel to view

Download the resource guide here

Mark your calendars for June 13–14, 2026, as we celebrate, uplift, and pour into the children of Zion! A downloadable Children’s Day Resource Guide is now available, with even more resources coming soon to help you plan, promote, and participate.

Vacation Bible School Anytime 2026 is now available for purchase!

Harvest Time is coming, and workers are wanted! ðŸŒ¾

Get ready for Vacation Bible School 2026 with Harvest Time: Workers Wanted. This exciting resource will help churches prepare to teach, inspire, and engage children, youth, and families in meaningful Christian education.

Purchase your copy today through the AME Zion Publishing House website and begin preparing for a fruitful VBS season!

Pre-order the Physical copy here (includes access the digital pack)
Purchase the digital copy here
Get Excited for Zion University!

Please mark your calendar for the 26th Quadrennial Convention on Christian Education Zion University: The Renewal Project, to be held in Greenville, South Carolina, July 18-22, 2026.

View the video message form our General Secretary.

Calling all singers! ðŸŽ¶

You are invited to lift your voice and join the Mass Choir for the Closing Worship Service of the Connectional Council. Come be a part of this powerful worship experience as we unite in song, praise, and celebration.

Text "Greenville" to 833-261-6405 to join the choir. Please see the flyer for the full choir rehearsal schedule. We look forward to singing with you!

Upcoming CED Events - More information coming soon!

Children's Day Weekend - June 13-14, 2026
A.M.E. Zion Church Connectional Council July 14-19, 2026
Zion University July 18-22, 2026
CED Month - September 2026
Elevate Winter Meeting - December 26-30, 2026
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