“New Mount Zion has changed my life. When I first joined, I was dejected and searching for a place to call home. I had dealt with church hurt and really just wanted to find a place where I could get involved. Rev and Pastor Sandy welcomed me at a time I needed it the most and have continued to mentor me along my journey. I am forever grateful for the doors that have opened because of my connection to this ministry.”

“New Mount Zion Baptist church has impacted my life in so many ways. The two most significant changes have been dealing with my relationships and my self image. When I first came to  the church I came broken in so many areas of my life. I was in pattern of what seemed like a  rollercoaster. With all of lifes ups and downs, sideways and twists I couldnt figure out how to  make my life work. My life seemed at times that there was no hope from my past mistakes or  past experiences. I was looking for love and a since of belonging. I was needing to be accepted  for who I was, not really knowing who I was at all. As time passed and I began to go to church,  Pastor Kilen K. Gray would teach and preach the Word of God. Each time I went I grew stronger. Each time I heard the word of God I would feel that the rollercoaster ride was slowing down just  enough for me to breathe and learn how to live and enjoy life. I began to read my bible and come  to church more. Later I became active in the church. As I focussed on Jesus, the Lord began to  heal me, my family, and restore my broken relationships. He even allowed me to help others along  the way that where trying to get off that same rollercoaster! Jesus used His church to love me and my family back to health. So if I had to put how New Mount Zion Baptist Church impacted me  and my family in one word it would be through its “love” for me and my family. Love never fails.”

“Hello, my name is Glynn Edwards and I have been a member of NMZ for three years. When I first experienced the atmosphere at NMZ it blew me away! The members welcomed me with open arms and continue to share the love of Jesus each and every week. And the teachings/preaching of Rev. Gray has impacted my life spiritually, mentally, emotionally and financially. Pastor Gray has a unique style of preaching that connects with a diverse congregation. If I had express the Mount in one word to someone, I’d simply say COME! Because you have to come to experience our family for yourself.”

“Since becoming a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, I have reconnected my spiritual life with the Lord. Before attending New Mt. Zion 3 years ago, I visited many churches looking for a deeper relationship with God. Since becoming a member at the “Mount”, I have never looked back and have enjoyed learning how to Praise and Worship God. Since attending services, God has moved in my life in various ways. In January 2014 I accepted my calling into the ministry.  At age 10, I was baptized at Oakland Baptist Church in Louisville Ky. It wasn’t until  I attended New Mt. Zion in Shelbyville KY at age 45 that my life began to change for the better for Christ. Pastor Gray is an anointed man of God that delivers the word in a non-traditional but spiritual manner that anyone can relate too . As an Associate Minister, I am even more excited about the Physical and Spiritual growth we are experiencing at the “Mount”. Our Mission is to “Win Souls For Christ”. If you are looking to change your life for the better as well as lead others to Christ, then we welcome you to worship with us at new Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Our family atmosphere allows you to Praise and Worship God without reservation.”