Zion Hill Baptist Church, College Park GA

09/07/2026

Featured this month on “Pastors Row” is Rev. W. H. Brewster. William Herbert Brewster was born on July 2, 1897, in Somerville, TN. He graduated from Nashville’s Roger Williams College in 1922. Shortly thereafter, he moved to Memphis. Brewster served as pastor of East Trigg Avenue Baptist Church from 1930 until his death on October 14, 1987.

A man of many talents, Brewster is best known for writing more than 200 gospel songs. Mahalia Jackson recorded “Move On Up a Little Higher” on September 12, 1947, which became gospel music’s first million-selling record, eventually selling more than 8 million copies. Sam Cooke & the Soul Stirrers also recorded his music.

In Memphis, Brewster’s influence was substantial, reaching thousands of Memphians through radio stations WHBQ and WDIA. Memphis disc jockey Dewey Phillips of WHBQ would often interview Rev. Brewster. Brewster’s sermons were broadcast on the air, and both radio stations played his songs.

Regular listeners to these radio programs included a young and impressionable Elvis Presley. Elvis heard Rev. Brewster invite “black and white” people to church services at East Trigg Avenue Baptist Church. In an era of segregation, Elvis and other whites would attend at the bidding of Rev. Brewster. The walls of segregation began to crumble a bit.

“Move On Up a Little Higher” became an anthem of sorts for the Civil Rights Movement and inspired many to keep on pushing.

Rev. William Herbert Brewster said:

“I wrote these songs for the common people who could not understand political language, common people who didn’t know anything about economics… I was trying to inspire black people to move up higher, don’t be satisfied with the mediocre. That was 1946, before the freedom fights started, before Martin Luther King days. I had to lead a lot of protest meetings. In order to get my message over, there were things that were almost dangerous to say, but you could sing it.”

Rev. Brewster’s legacy continues to inspire our Pastor, Dr. Carlos Patrick. Both Rev. Brewster and Pastor Patrick were born in Somerville, Tennessee, and both share a passion for ministry and music as pastors and songwriters. Their shared connection reminds us of the powerful impact that faith, music, and ministry can have on generations.

Zion Hill Baptist Church proudly honors Rev. William Herbert Brewster in this month’s “Pastors Row.”

09/03/2026

God is Good! That’s the post!

08/26/2026

Who’s your favorite choir?

The TOP 10 Greatest Gospel Music Choirs of All Time are:

1. THE MISSISSIPPI MASS CHOIR
2. HEZEKIAH WALKER & THE LOVE FELLOWSHIP CRUSADE CHOIR
3. WALTER HAWKINS & THE LOVE CENTER CHOIR
4. REV. MILTON BRUNSON & THE THOMPSON COMMUNITY SINGERS
5. JOHN P. KEE & THE NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHOIR
6. RICHARD SMALLWOOD & VISION
7. DONALD LAWRENCE & THE TRI-CITY SINGERS
8. REV. JAMES CLEVELAND & THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY CHOIR
9. O’LANDA DRAPER & THE ASSOCIATES
10. RICKY DILLARD & NEW GENERATION CHORALE

One of these Legendary generals will be featured on the 41st Stellar Awards. Watch on August 30th on BET.

08/25/2026

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday at SWEETWATER CREEK! All are welcome. 🧺

**There is a $10 CASH park entry fee per vehicle**

08/17/2026

Happy Birthday Mother Patrick! We celebrate you 💜💜💜💜💜

Happy Birthday to our mother!!

The Patricks had a great time at the Stellar Awards this past weekend. The best part was seeing our mother Luella Anthony Patrick experience the flow of the shows process from behind the scenes. We celebrate our mother on today! Help us wish our beloved and beautiful Queen Mother the happiest of Birthdays. 🎂

08/12/2026

Featured this month on “Pastor’s Row” is Pastor Pierre Lyons. Today, August 12, 2026, the Zion Hill Baptist Church family of College Park, Georgia, proudly celebrates a remarkable man of God, Pastor Pierre Lyons, on his birthday!

Pastor Lyons is the beloved Senior Pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Piperton, Tennessee, where he has faithfully served God’s people for nearly two decades alongside his wife, Lady Mia Lyons.

For Pastor Carlos Patrick, this celebration is especially meaningful. Pastor Lyons is not only a respected colleague in ministry- he is Pastor Carlos’s pastor. Pastor Lyons has also blessed the Zion Hill Baptist Church family on several occasions throughout the years through his powerful preaching, teaching, wisdom, and ministry presence. His voice has been a blessing to our congregation, and we are grateful for the relationship we share.

Pastor Lyons is a loving father, proud grandfather, devoted husband, entrepreneur, community leader, and faithful servant of God. His ministry extends beyond the pulpit through his commitment to people, his entrepreneurial endeavors, and his creative approach to ministry and media, including the “Couch & Christ” series.

For over 30 years, Pastor Lyons has demonstrated what it means to lead with faith, wisdom, love, consistency, and excellence. His life and ministry continue to impact generations, and his influence reaches far beyond the walls of Mt. Zion Piperton.

Pastor Lyons, Zion Hill celebrates you today! We thank God for your life, your leadership, your friendship, your wisdom, and the countless lives you have touched.

May this new year of life bring you greater joy, renewed strength, abundant blessings, and God’s continued favor upon your life, family, business, and ministry.

🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PASTOR PIERRE LYONS! 🎂

-Pastor Carlos Patrick & The Zion Hill Baptist Church Family College Park, GA.

08/10/2026

This coming Youth Sunday is about to be SUPER EXCITING! Come dressed representing your favorite HBCU or Black Greek Letter organization.

Worship with us, you will be glad you did.