St. Paul AME Church, Zanesville

06/08/2026

For June 7, 2026 our Grace Palmer Women’s Missionary Society of St.Paul AME Church Zanesville wore shades of orange in remembrance of the “Emanuel Nine” whose lives were taken by gun violence at a Bible study meeting in Charleston, South Carolina on June 17, 2015! 🧡🧡 😔 At We remember the Emmanuel 9 and the horrific act of gun violence that took their lives and countless others. As we honor their memory, we are raising our voices and standing together to advocate for an end to gun violence in our communities. We remain committed to promoting peace, justice, and the protection of every life. ☮️⚖️🙏🏽

06/07/2026

"This is the day the Lord has made, We will rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24

Join us every Sunday Morning to worship our Lord and Savior.

06/03/2026

💙 St. Paul AME Church Zanesville is Celebrating Fathers and Father Figures This Father’s Day Month💙

As we celebrate Father’s Day Month, we pause to honor the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, godfathers, uncles, mentors, coaches, and father figures who have made a lasting impact on our lives.

We celebrate the men who lead with love, provide guidance, offer wisdom, and demonstrate strength, faith, and compassion. Whether through words of encouragement, acts of service, or simply being present, fathers and father figures help shape families, communities, and future generations.

This month, let us take time to express our gratitude to those who have supported, protected, taught, and inspired us. We also remember with love those fathers who are no longer with us but whose legacy continues to live on in our hearts and lives.

To all fathers and father figures: Thank you for your sacrifices, your dedication, and the countless ways you make a difference every day. May you feel appreciated, celebrated, and loved throughout this special month.

💙 Happy Father’s Day Month to all the amazing fathers and father figures! Your influence matters, your love is valued, and your legacy lives on. May God continue to bless and keep you!

06/01/2026

The Grace Palmer Womens’s Missionary Society of St. Paul AME Church Zanesville had an awesome 5th Sunday worship service on 5/31/2026. Sister Monica Jones delivered an impactful spirit filled message! 🙏🏽
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05/31/2026

This Sunday! We look forward to seeing you at 11am!

Mark your calendars! This 5th Sunday our very own, Sis. Monica Jones, will be delivering the word.

05/24/2026

It is with great sadness that we share that our dear Sister, Ms. Shirley Bynum, passed away on May 22, 2026. Prayers, love and condolences to her family. 🙏🏽♥️🕊️
Official Obituary
Zanesville: Shirley G. Bynum, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at Genesis Morrison House Hospice.

Born March 18, 1941, in Mc Connelsville, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Sylva Norman and Mabel (Norris) Norman. Shirley was a loving wife to Ernest E. Bynum, Jr., whom she married on September 19, 1960. Shirley was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church.

Shirley will be remembered as “one of the kindest, friendliest, family-oriented ladies” you could ever meet. She was a great cook, and loved serving her family with fantastic food. Shirley cherished the time spent with her loved ones, and never met a stranger.

Shirley is survived by two children, Lisa Bynum and Ernest (Cheryl) Bynum; five grandchildren, Cory Bynum, Ashley Hill, Allison Hill, Molly Bynum, and Lionel Bynum; four great grandchildren, Ashton Shreve, Jordyn Hill, Chloe Hill, and Kash Bynum; siblings, Patricia Dorsey, Alice Kay Morgan, Roy L. Norman, and Ronald Norman; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special friend, JoAnn Spencer.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest E. Bynum, Jr.; and siblings, Steve Norman, Sylva Norman, Jr., and Jean Gibson.

Friends may call Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at Hillis Combs Funeral Home, where funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM, with Rev. Clifton Killpatrick officiating. Shirley will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband in Woodlawn Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note of condolence please visit www.hilliscombsfh.com