Watch New Zion worship services LIVE on Facebook
events
New Zion offers several opportunities for outreach and service throughout the year, and hosts events that nurture friendships in our church family.
Mission Connections
Groups have gone on short term trips to serve at Beautiful Feet Ministries in Fort Worth, TX, and 7 Bridges to Recovery in Atlanta, GA. We have volunteered at local ministries like Broken Wings, where Pastor John serves as director, and the nearest branch of God's House of Hope, where he preaches on Sunday nights.
Souper Bowl
On Super Bowl Sunday, New Zion hosts our own SOUPer Bowl following the morning service. A special offering is taken up for a ministry in need at the event. Church members are invited to compete for the coveted "golden ladle" by entering thier favorite homemade soup.
Muffins with Mom
& Donuts with Dad
To honor our church family moms and dads, New Zion hosts breakfast on Mother's Day and again on Father's Day before the morning services.
Blessing Box
We now have a Blessing Box on the property. It is intended to help those who have an immediate need. Members are encouraged to help keep it filled with non-perishable food items, personal hygiene items, Bibles, tracts, and inspirational books. There is a donation area in the fellowship hall for donations.
Easter Celebrations
Easter is a special season at NZBC. We host a Family Fun Day for anyone who would like to come. On Resurrection Day, we have a Sonrise service and potluck breakfast afterward.
Summer Cookout
Hosted at the church, usually in June, is our annual churchwide cookout. Sometimes we rent inflatables for the young and young at heart. Fun times and good fellowship!
Food Ministry
Each Wednesday in March, New Zion members are invited to serve at the Choctaw County Baptist Association Food Pantry. We pack boxes, load vehicles, and pray for the people in the line. New Zion supports the food pantry year-round by collecting food items. Monthly suggested items are in the bulletin and there is a donation box in the church foyer.
Church at the Lake
Each spring, New Zion hosts a worship service and picnic at Choctaw Lake. This is a fun-filled Sunday with good food and an afternoon of games and, when weather permits, fishing.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is held yearly during the month of July. New Zion invites all ages to attend VBS from nursery aged children to 6th graders. Children participate in crafts, games, music and bible study. VBS is an opportunity for children to experience the truths of God's Word with all five senses.
Back-to-School Bash
Before school starts back, New Zion hosts an end-of-summer bash after the service complete with water slides and games. Students are invited to bring their backpacks to church, and we pray a blessing over the upcoming school year.
OCC Shoeboxes
New Zion is happy to support the Operation Christmas Child shoebox program each year. We have done so several different ways through the years. OCC shares with children around the world about the birth of Jesus Christ through gifts of love and grace.
Worship on Main
Once a year in October, New Zion takes church to Main Street in Ackerman by hosting a community-wide worship service at the pavilion on Main Street in Ackerman. Coffee and donuts are provided.
Thanksgiving
We love our church family potluck dinners. Our Thanksgiving meal is usually mid-November following a service.
Fall Fest
Held in late October, with carnival games, treats galore, and a pizza supper, this is always a fun event. Everyone in the area is invited to attend. There's always a big turnout, so it's all hands on deck for NZBC members.
Christmas at New Zion
We have had all kinds of fun events during Christmas such as progressive dinners, potluck lunches, etc. Special music and children's hand bells are incorporated into the service. Youth parties include going somewhere to hand out Christmas gospel tracts. The children pack fruit baskets to deliver to the nursing home and those who are home bound.
​