2235 Bond Avenue - East St. Louis, Illinois 62205
Rev. Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor
CELEBRATING 119ONth Church Anniversary THE
PARKING LOT
We’ve Come This Far by
Faith LEANING ON THE LORD For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, the just shall live by faith. Romans 1:17 (KJV)
Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Joseph Tracy, Jr. Pastor of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church Moderator - New Salem Baptist District Association
Website: www.mtzionesl.org ~ Facebook: www.facebook.com/mtzionesl
Message from the Pastor Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ, As we come together to Celebrate 119 years of service to God and community, Michele and I are thankful to be the Pastor and 1st Lady that has led the Ship of Zion for the past seven years. It is our desire and prayer that God continue blessing as we continue to Worship, Witness and Work for the Lord.
Dr. Curtis & Michele Levingston
As we move toward future achievements and accomplishments, let us not forget those who helped over the past 119 years.
Romans 1:17 KJV says, “For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.” Mount Zion may we continue to live by faith. He has proven faithfulness by allowing Mount Zion to exist for 119 years. What a faithful God we serve! Let us continue serving the Lord wholeheartedly and LOVE Him and others with all our soul and strength. By God’s grace and mercy, and your obedience, we can CELEBRATE today! As we look toward the future, let us look with great expectations to the things God is getting ready to do for us and through us. Let us continue to read, study, and obey Gods Word, and live it daily to the best of our abilities. Happy 119th Anniversary! Servant of God,
Dr. Curtis E. Levingston Dr. Curtis E. Levingston Pastor
119th Anniversary Chairperson Sister Yvonne D. Gray Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I am so honored and blessed to have been given the opportunity to serve as chairperson of our 119th Church Anniversary! Matthew 5:16 states, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." As we celebrate this great blessing from God, may our church continue to be a "Beacon of Light" for this community. Thank you to Pastor Curtis E. Levingston, First Lady Michele Levingston, Co-chair, Sister Mary Lott, the greatest committee ever, and to all those who volunteered their time and talents. Without each of your efforts, today would not be possible. With Love and Thanks, Sister Yvonne D. Gray
~~~~~ 119th Anniversary C0-Chairperson Sister Mary Lott I give all praise and honor to God for his goodness and mercy to us. We have come a long way by the grace of God. To God be the glory for the things He has done. It is with great expectation and gratitude that I accept this challenge to Co-Chair our 119th Church Anniversary. We have come this far by faith leaning on the Lord. Hebrews 11:1a tells us that, "Faith is being sure of what we hope for." I give thanks to my Pastor Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, First Lady Michele Levingston, for their help and support. As we prepare to celebrate this most prestigious occasion, let us never forget our Churches legacy of 119 years! I appreciate the support and encouragement of Sister Yvonne Gray. I give honor to our committee, members of Mount Zion Church, and all those who came together in the spirit of unity, to make this 119th Church Anniversary a huge success. Truly, We've Come This Far By Faith! It has been my pleasure to serve as your CoChairperson for our 119th Church Anniversary. Thanks and Gratitude, Sister Mary Lott
Rev. Dr. Joseph Tracy, Jr. Moderator – New Salem Baptist District Association Pastor – Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, Centreville IL Reverend Tracy was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana as the second of four children to Joseph Sr and Georgia Mae Tracy (both deceased). He accepted Christ at the Ebenezer Baptist Church under Pastor J. Earl King (deceased). One year after graduating high school, Rev. Tracy enlisted in the United States Air Force in March 1976 and went on to complete three overseas assignments to include the Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm War and four stateside assignments. In September 2000, Rev. Tracy retired from the Air Force after 24 ½ years of honorable service. Rev. Tracy has been married to Linda K. (Beasley) Tracy since January 29, 1977 and they have three sons, Maurice, who earned his PhD degree from St. Louis University in May 2017 and resides in St. Louis. Winston who earned his Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree at the University of Missouri and received his MBA degree from New York University. Winston resides in Vienna Virginia with his wife, Dr. Josephine Tracy who is a boardcertified anesthesiologist and their daughters Eve and Elle. Joseph Alexander (Alex) received a scholarship to play football at Lindenwood University prior to transferring to Northern Illinois University where he pursued a degree in Computer Graphics Designing. Alex and his wife Kristine, a nursing student reside in Chicago. Rev. Tracy accepted his call to ministry in 1992 at the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church in Suffolk, England under Dr. James Jamison where he was licensed and ordained. After arriving at Scott AFB in July 1994, Rev. Tracy united with the Greater Mt. Olive MBC in Lebanon, IL under the pastorate of the Rev. Dr. W.J. Griffin. He was called as the pastor of the Straightway Baptist Church in January 2000 until he resigned in December 2017. In April 2018, he accepted the call to become the pastor of the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church in Centreville, IL. Rev. Tracy currently serves as the financial secretary for the Baptist Minister’s Union of St. Louis and Vicinity. He has served as the NSBDA Director General, Vice President and President of the Congress of Christian Education, 4th Vice Moderator and Vice Moderator at Large. He was elected as the Moderator of the NSBDA in July 2018. He previously served as the counselor for the NSBDA Ushers & Health Unit and the Baptist General State Nurses and Health Unit of Illinois. He’s also a certified instructor for the Baptist General State Congress of Christian Education and the National Baptist Convention Ushers and Health Unit. Rev. Tracy matriculated at the Community College of the Air Force, Belleville Community College (SWIC), McKendree University and the Anchor Bible College and Theological Seminary. On September 26, 2015, Rev. Tracy was honored with an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity Degree from Anchor Bible College and Theological Seminary under Executive Vice President, Dr. Rodney Howlett (deceased).
ORDER OF WORSHIP Mt. Zion 119th Church Anniversary September 27th - 10:40 a.m. Call to Worship……………………………………Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor Praise & Worship…………………………..Minister Eli Williams and Praise Team Scripture…………………………………………………………………… Deacons Prayer……………………………………………………………………… Deacons Master of Ceremony….…………...…………………………Amber Hazzard James Welcome……………………………………………………………….Aaron James Praise Dance Rendition.………………………………………………….Zion Knox Greetings…………………………………………………...Dr. C. Cedric Claiborne Church History………………………………………………...Dr. Doris McGilbery Memorial Tribute.………………. Barbara Dennis, Vera Gilliam, Augusta Hazzard Selection………………………………………………………………. Male Chorus Introduction of Speaker.…………………………...Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor Selection……………………………………………………………..Voices of Zion Word of God…..……………………….……………….Dr. Joseph Tracy Jr., Pastor Mt. Tabor Baptist Church NSBDA, Moderator Invitation to Discipleship………………………….Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor Offering……………………………………………………………………..Deacons
Worship through Giving (Tithes & Offerings) Closing Remarks.……………………………………….Yvonne Gray, Chairperson Mary Lott, Co-Chairperson Benediction Selection…….“We’ve Come This Far By Faith” …….Congregational Benediction.……………………………………… Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor
"WE’VE COME THIS FAR BY FAITH" Chorus:
We have come this far by faith, Leaning on the Lord, Trusting in His holy Word, He's never failed me --yet. Singin' oh, oh, oh, can't turn a-round, We've come this far by faith. Verse:
Just the other day, I heard a man say He didn't believe in God's -Word, But I can truly say, the Lord has made a way, He's never failed me yet. Singin' oh, oh, oh, can't turn a-round, We've come this far by faith. Chorus:
We've come this far by faith, Leaning on the Lord, Trusting in His holy Word, He's never failed us --yet. Singin' oh, oh, oh, can't turn a-round, We've come this far by faith. Singin' oh, oh, oh, can't turn a-round, We've come this far by faith. We've come this far by ---faith.
119th Church Anniversary Committee Yvonne D. Gray, Chairperson Mary Lott, Co-Chair Gayle Brady
Jackie Johnson
Deacon Forrest Conner
Jackie Malott
Barbara Dennis
Justine Miller
Faye Harrell
Dr. Curtis E. Levingston, Pastor
Johnnie Scott
HEARTFELT THANK YOU Pastor Levingston and the 119th Church Anniversary Committee THANK and PRAISE the LORD for all who helped make this Anniversary a success. There are others who were not part of the Committee, but provided a helping hand, and for that we are grateful. THANKS to all for supporting the 119th Anniversary appeal with your $119 Offering. The Bible says, “The Lord loves a cheerful giver.� THANK YOU for your continued, FAITHFUL support of the Church. If it were not for Faithful Members like you, Mt. Zion would not have existed for 119 years. A HEARTFELT THANK YOU is extended for your prayers, financial contributions, and your steadfast commitment to the work of the Lord here at Mt. Zion. God Bless!
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Worshipping
God in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24)
Witnessing
For the Lord through Evangelism (John 12:32)
Working
For the Lord through Christian Service (Colossians 3:23-24)
Virtual ConnectZion
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Join us for
PRAYER & PRAISE ON
THE
PARKING LOT
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~ Park and stay in your car, or bring lawn chair, tent, umbrella, and mask ~ “Glorify the LORD with me; let us exalt his name together” ~ Psalm 34:3
Connectzion via the Conference Bridge Number: 712-775-7031 - PIN: 699-880-796# Sunday @ 9:00 a.m. - Sunday School YOUTH via Zoom - Meeting ID: 642 813 8412 – Passcode: mtzionesl Click here to join Youth Sunday School via Zoom
2nd Sunday @ 2:00 p.m. – Baptist Training Union (BTU) Tuesday @ 7:00 a.m. – Devotion & Prayer with Pastor
“Putting on the Whole Armor of God” Wednesday @ 12:00noon and 6:30 p.m. – Bible Study
Mid-Week Prayer Hour & Fuel Stop
Live Streaming Sunday Worship Service and Wednesday Noon Bible Study on Mt. Zion Facebook - Click here to view
1st Saturday @ 11:00 a.m. – Missionary Ministry Conference Number: 605-313-4812 – PIN 803581#
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EVNAGELISM OUTREACH on Mt. Zion Parking Lot
Grill to Glory Saturday’s @ 12:00noon-2:00 p.m. FREE Lunch served to the Community Sponsored by: The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis & Mt. Zion