06/14/2026
The Alpha Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was honored to recognize and celebrate our 2026 Voices of Thunder: Leadership & Awards Banquet Honorees.
This year’s theme, “Serving Beyond the Sanctuary: Rooted in Christ, Reaching the Community,” highlighted churches that exemplified servant leadership, community outreach, and a commitment to making a lasting impact beyond their church walls.
2026 Honorees
• Bright Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church – Laurinburg, NC
• Centenary AME Zion Church – Lilesville, NC
• City of Light Church – Rockingham, NC
• Friendship OAWCOG – Laurinburg, NC
• Lewis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church – Fayetteville, NC
• Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church – Laurel Hill, NC
• Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist Church – Lumberton, NC
• Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church – Raeford, NC
We would like to recognize Graham’s Buffett for catering, Payaduez Photography (Richard Ingram) and Hope Creations.
We were grateful for the opportunity to honor these outstanding faith-based organizations for their dedication to service, leadership, and community impact. Their unwavering commitment to serving others continues to strengthen and uplift the communities they serve.
Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsors, and helped make this celebration a success. Congratulations again to our honorees for the incredible work you have done and continue to do in service to others.