I greet you in the name of Jesus.  The Lord has blessed us to witness this our 83rd Annual session.  What a blessing.  Let us ever be mindful of our commitments to do the work of Evangelism and Mission, for truly this is our purpose for living.   To the members of Rock Zion Baptist Church, we want to take this opportunity to thank you for hosting this annual session.  We are looking forward to a spirit filled meeting.  I am asking for your prayers and support in order that this Association will be pleasing in the sight of the Almighty and that He will receive the glory.

"Time is running out".  And now unto Him, that is able to keep us from falling and to present us faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy....To God be the glory! 

Your Servant,    Dr. Excell Payne, President