Zion Methodist Community Church is a Christian community centered on Jesus Christ and committed to making disciples, maturing disciples, and mobilizing disciples for Jesus Christ. Its mission is expressed through worship, prayer, discipleship, fellowship, service, and practical support for people in the church and the broader community.
Jesus is central to everything we do. We sing, pray, and preach in His powerful Name. Our past, present, and future is centered on Jesus Christ. Our purpose on this earth is to make much of Jesus Christ.
Mission and Christian Purpose
Our Mission: to make disciples, mature disciples, mobilize disciples for jesus christ. Colossians 1:16-17 says (when speaking of Jesus), “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities-all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”
We commit that our church is dedicated to loving this all-powerful, all-loving God with everything we have, and we invite you to join us in this desire. Followers of Christ, sharing God's message and serving the community with love.
Vision for the Community
To be a connection between Christ and the community to heal the hurting, feed the hungry, and help the lost be found; so that the love and grace of God may be experienced by all cultures and generations.
We’re all about doing life together in community, being intentional about our growth as people and serving one another and our broader community along the way.
Welcome to Worship and Community
Come as you are. We are a community of people who are in process. We have imperfect messy lives, but we are pursuing and experiencing a transforming relationship with Jesus and with each other.
Everybody is welcome here whatever your story, your questions, doubts or struggles. We want to invite you to one of our Sunday Worship services or Sunday School classes to experience our community of Jesus-followers authentically engaging with the God we love!
Sunday Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:15 AM | Adult Sunday School - McWhorter Parlor |
| 10:00 AM | Fellowship |
| 10:15 AM | Worship (Traditional-Contemporary Blend) Children's Sunday School |
Sunday School/Small Group Studies - Available for Adults and Children, offered at 9:30 on Sundays and throughout the week. Outstanding Disciple series offered.
Music - An outstanding mix of both traditional and blended praise helps lead worship. Sing and/or play? You are welcome to join us. Choir Practice is Tuesdays at 7 pm.

Discipleship, Study, and Prayer
Prayer Groups - Variety of prayer teams meet throughout the week. Pastor's Bible Study We are studying the book Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer.Tuesdays at 1:00 pm at Zion. All are welcome!
Upper Room Book Study (Come anytime) - We meet at restaurants throughout the community - 1 pm on Wednesdays, call office for location.
Prayer Quilt Ministry - An international ministry that creates quilts for any and all in need of prayer. Perfect Prayer Hugs - Providing comfort and prayers to those in need.
Church Groups and Fellowship
United Methodist Women - An outstanding opportunity for mission minded women wanting to make a difference. United Methodist Men - All men are welcome to join this group to support Zion ministries and community outreach.
Fourth Sunday Café Join us after worship down in the Fellowship Hall for breakfast treats and fellowship every 4th Sunday of the month! Free Senior's Bingo 2nd and 4th Friday each month 9:30-11:00 am Join us for fellowship, food and fun!
We had a wonderful week at VBS this year! See more pictures on the Ministry Photos page!
Service and Community Outreach
Our Vision To be a connection between Christ and the community to heal the hurting, feed the hungry, and help the lost be found; so that the love and grace of God may be experienced by all cultures and generations.
Affton Christian Food Pantry - One of several churches supporting South County. Food Distribution Weekly from 4:00-6:00 p.m. - Food boxes for families with children from 2-18 years old.
La Trinidad Food Pantry - Call Church for Information - Support Groups - We have several support groups that meet at our church, call for information.
Blood Drive - Blood is Life and Zion is working with the American Red Cross to provide life. Adopt-A-Highway Pickup - We pick up trash 4 times a year - call to help!

Helping People Experiencing Homelessness
Due to overwhelming donations and limited storage space, we are only taking in the following items for now: New or gently used men's and women's sneakers, socks, and underwear. Also Bibles, backpacks and sleeping bags are always needed.
These will be given directly to people who need them by If Not for Grace Ministries. You can put your donations in the brown plastic box in the back of the church by the kitchen door. Thank you! (All other clothing can be put in the blue metal drop-box by the church driveway.)
Support for Families
Thanks to all who contributed baby items and over 700 diapers and pull-ups (not pictured) which will go to Options for Her to help mothers in need!
Special Remembrance Service
Message: Remembering 9/11 - Lessons Learned and Forgotten
After 9/11, America was stunned. In the days that followed, Americans were united in a very special way. Many of the divisions disappeared as we became one in spirit to overcome the tragedies of that day.
Many vowed never to forget. Here we sit 25 years later, the lessons long forgotten, with an even deeper divide. There is a more powerful way to come together.
Proverbs 16:1-9, Romans 12:9-21 Sept. 6, 2026.
9 11 Remembrance Service
Church Locations and Community Identity
Zion Community Methodist Church 4980 Zion Road - Cleves, Ohio 45002 513.941.4983.
Welcome to Zion United Methodist Church Clarksboro, NJ. Location 242 Kings Highway, Clarksboro NJ 08020.
Zion is listed on the East Greenwich Historical Society Register.