Mt. Zion Church and Cemetery

04/20/2026

If you are local, you may have noticed work starting this weekend at the church building. The board approved a plan by a local student to remove the old cement steps and replace with composite decking material. This work is very badly needed as the steps were cracked and uneven. Step 1 has been completed, removing the awning and rail, which were unsteady, and removal of the steps.

You can see old original stairs remaining, which stands as a reminder that the original church building did not have the vestibule but this was added some time after original construction.

We are so grateful for the work of Shelton Tuck as he completes his Trail Life project and provides this valuable service to the cemetery.

09/07/2024

We have given the hospitality and meeting space a freshened look to compliment the beautiful sanctuary.

08/03/2024

From the church records, a picture of a Pastor's Aid meeting from March 1943. The record of the meeting is journaled here.

07/18/2024

A few final cleanup touches by our friends with Hoosier Handy Contractors remain. But I stand in awe of the craftsmanship of those who designed and built this structure. The beautiful stained glass leaves such a glorious sight on the walls during sunset and sunrise. Can't you just hear the heavenly chorus?

06/29/2024

Will one of these will be the new color on the walls? Green trim will stay on the windows. The old patina just can't be replaced.

06/22/2024

The work continues on the historic church. Thanks to Handy Hoosier Contractors for their expertise and hard work!
1. Replaced 3 support beams in the basement below the sanctuary.
2. Replaced 3 windows in the back restrooms of the church.
3. Encapsulating the walls to repair the plaster and peeling from years of extreme temps inside the building.

The AC is working well through this heat, thanks to Paul Gustin @ PG Building Services!"

04/26/2024

The crew completed blowing the insulation into the 150 year old walls today. They will continue the updates on the building to allow for temperature control year round. This will preserve the building, the interior space, and lower the costs to maintain into the future.

04/24/2024

Much needed improvements have started! Basement windows are being installed as part of our preparation for keeping this beautiful church building open year round. New footing for the stairwell was installed yesterday.

Handy Hoosier Contractors is doing a great job. Frank is a pro!
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01/31/2024

https://www.cemeteries-madison-co-in.com/ovid_cemetery.htm

Below are stones representing some of the first families to Ovid/New Columbus. Left, the north side of the Mays stone lists Henry, 1804-1888, and Jacob 1840-1904. Left center, Harry L. "son of H. [probably Hiram] & M. Peden died Aug. 14. 1863 aged 3YS 3M & 4D." Right center Rebecca Brown was sev.....

12/16/2023

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