APRIL 2025
A newsletter of Zion Hill Baptist Church
THE LIU
(pronounced LEE-UU)
Celebrating the Decades
“A Faith Walk of Sowing, Serving & Shepherding” Minister Kathy Kneeland, Celebration Chair, opened the service with gratitude, followed by Deacon Marjorie Young’s heartfelt prayer, thanking God for His continued blessings through Pastor and Mrs. Parker. Sister Tina Wright warmly welcomed all in attendance, setting a spirit of unity and appreciation. The worship service overflowed with spirit-filled music from the Celebration Choir and a powerful litany led by Deacon David Richardson, affirming Zion Hill’s commitment to: n S eeking and understanding God’s
will for service, n P ressing forward in faith to fulfill His purpose, and n T rusting in God’s direction, walking by faith and not by sight.
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unday, March 2, 2025, Zion Hill celebrated Pastor Aaron L. Parker, PhD and his God chosen soulmate, Mrs. Shelia S. Parker for 31 years of faithful service and visionary leadership inspired only by faith and the guidance of God’s Holy Spirit.
Sister Jeanette Gist presented the occasion, prompting a standing ovation as she honored Pastor and Mrs. Parker’s unwavering dedication. Citing 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, she emphasized the importance of honoring spiritual leaders. She described Mrs. Parker as a “strong, graceful, intelligent woman of God” and assured her that her sacrifices had not gone unnoticed. Turning her attention to Pastor Parker, Sister Gist referenced Jeremiah 3:15— “And I will give you pastors after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.” She affirmed that Pastor Parker has fulfilled this calling, living out Zion Hill’s motto: “Living to Love and Loving to (continued on page 3