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PARENT BODY
ages 41+
The purpose of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church is to:
- Promote growth in the knowledge and understanding of God and His plan of redemption for the world, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit
- Teach the concepts of Christian missions and provide experiences for participation in mission work and its ministries
- Exemplify the principles of Christian living and to win others to Christ
- Promote the cause of World Evangelism
- Serve as a financial support system to under gird the world mission outreach of the A.M.E. Zion Church at home and overseas, to the end that, through the power of the Holy Spirit; Christ is exalted and God is glorified.
Motto: "The World for Christ"
Colors: Purple (sorrow, suffering), Gold (honor)
Theme Hymn: "Lift Him Up"
LIFE MEMBERS COUNCIL
All Ages
The Life Members Council is the most exciting department in the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society! This department captures the hearts and interests of men, women, boys, and girls from across the width and breath of Zion. The purpose of the department is to organize all Life Members, Matrons, Patrons, and Honorary Life members into a local council. An investment in this department is an investment in the lives of Zion’s greatest resource: Her People! The Life Members Council includes all whose donations provide support for education, training, field missions, and other work of the WHOM Society.
Motto: "Each One, Make One"
Colors: White (purity, joy) and Red (fire, blood, charity)
Theme Song: "Throw Out the Life Line"
BUREAU OF SUPPLY
All Ages
The Supply Department organizes and disseminates resources (by way of donations) for individuals, familes, and communities in need throughout the local, state, national, and global areas served by The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Donations include clothing, medicine, literature, finanical contributions, food, and more.
Motto: "Faith and Service"
Colors: Pink (excellence, perfection) and White (purity, joy)
Theme Song: "O Master Let Me Walk with Thee"
Mission: The purpose of the department is to solicit funds and supplies for home and overseas work.
YOUNG ADULT MISSIONARY SOCIETY (YAMS)
Ages 22 – 40
The purpose of this department is to (1) unite women, age 22–40, of The AME Zion Church for mission service in the church and community. The prime objectives will include social concerns such as child abuse, teenage pregnancies, drug dependency, world hunger, etc.; (2) provide an opportunity for the personal and individual Christian growth of members; (3) provide an opportunity for Christian witness through the use of their time, talent, and treasure to support the mission; (4) provide experiences that will enable Young Adult Missionaries to perpetuate the existence and continued growth of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society, The AME Zion Church, and the kingdom of God.
MOTTO: "With hearts and hands: We reach up to God for strength and direction. We reach out to love and touch others. We reach down to lift fallen humanity.”
COLORS: Peach (loyalty, blood, charity) and Taupe (sorrow, joy and glory)
Theme SONG: "Our Promise, Praise, And Petition"
YOUTH MISSIONARY SOCIETY (Y's)
Ages 13 – 21
The Youth Missionary Society, formerly called the Young Women’s Missionary Society was organized in 1909. It was adopted in May 1912. The Y’s Society was organized to give the opportunity and privilege for young ladies to serve others. Young men may become honorary members; however, they have no voting privileges and may not hold an office position.
Motto: "Ambassadors for Christ"
Colors: Navy Blue (truth, loyalty) and Gold (heaven and honor)
Watchword: "Christ for Every Youth, Every Youth for Christ"
Theme Song: "Give of Your Best to the Master"
Theme Hymn: "Take My Life and Let It Be"
BUDS OF PROMISE
Ages 1 – 12
The Buds of Promise are the Juvenile Society of the WHOM Society. The mission of the WHOM Society is to establish Christian learning environments and experiences for all children (age 1 through 12) through mission education. These experiences will enable each child to acquire the knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes that are essential to his/her spiritual development as an individual and are necessary for the attainment of a meaningful life.
Motto: "Blooming All for Jesus"
Colors: Green (growth) and White (purity)
Theme Songs: "Blooming All for Jesus" and "I Would Be True"
WHOMS Theme Song: "Throw Out the Lifeline"
... Throw out the life line! Throw out the life line!
Someone is drifting away;
Throw out the life line! Throw out the life line!
Someone is sinking today...
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