A Century of Faith
For one hundred years, New Zion Baptist Church has stood as a testimony to God’s faithfulness. From its beginnings in 1926 through generations of worship, service, fellowship, and community ministry, New Zion’s story has been shaped by those who prayed, served, sacrificed, and carried the mission forward. As we celebrate our Centennial, we honor the past, give thanks for the present, and look with faith toward the future.
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Legacy 1926–2026
Our Founding
New Zion Baptist Church was founded in 1926 under Pastor Squire Simms. From humble beginnings, generations of members built a foundation rooted in worship, prayer, fellowship, and service.
Our Growth
Through generations of pastoral leadership, ministry, outreach, and change, New Zion continued to grow while remaining committed to faith, community, and carrying the mission forward.
Our Future
As we celebrate 100 years, New Zion looks toward the future committed to reaching, restoring, and refreshing lives while sharing God’s faithfulness with generations yet to come.
Centennial Guestbook
Honor our 100-year legacy. Share your memories and stories for all generations to cherish as part of our New Zion Centennial Journey (1926–2026).
Have a historic New Zion photo to share? Please email it to thenewnzbc@gmail.com.
CENTENNIAL MEMORIES
Stories, reflections, and treasured memories from the New Zion family.
My Home, New Zion
Latosha Black
New Zion, The Well Life Church, has been my church home since I was a little girl. I am now 43 years old, and throughout every season of my life, this church has been there. New Zion has been through so much over the years. We have faced tests and trials, but through it all, God has kept us. Every storm we endured only made us stronger, and we are still standing today by His grace. I grew up here with so many amazing people who are still my dearest friends to this day. That is what makes New Zion so special — it’s more than a church, it’s family. Do I miss the old days of New Zion? I most certainly do. But where New Zion is right now, I love it even more. We are still receiving some of the best teaching of the Word. Our pastor has a true love for God and a genuine love for His Word. We wouldn’t trade him for anything in this world. You couldn’t ask for a better shepherd — a pastor who not only honors the Word, but lives by the Word, and runs God’s house by the Word. The Bible says, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Psalm 119:105. Why not follow it? It is the best guide you will ever have, and you absolutely can’t go wrong when you follow it. I love New Zion more now than I ever have before. No matter where life takes me, New Zion will always be HOME. If you are looking for a place to belong, a place to grow, and a place to be family — you will find it here.
October 5, 2026
Generations of Service
Looking Forward
The Next 100 Years
A Future of Promise
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”
Jeremiah 29:11 KJV
With gratitude for the past and faith for the future, New Zion Baptist Church continues the journey.