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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!  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!  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!  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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For more information: PO Box 26770 Charlotte, NC 28221 704-688-2575 CED@amezion.org