Pastoral Installation Celebration · November 14–15, 2026
A sacred beginning.
A future we embrace together.
Join the Mount Zion family as we honor Reverend Charles Reginald Johnson, Sr. and gather in faith, fellowship, gratitude, and purpose.
One God · One People · One Purpose
Pastoral Installation Service
Mount Zion Baptist Church
1634 Rev. Dr. S. McKinney Avenue, Seattle
Installation Celebration Banquet
A semi-formal evening of fellowship at the Seattle Convention Center, Summit Building, Terrace Room.
Worship & Fellowship
Installation Weekend worship, followed by a light reception. Visit the weekend page for service updates.
Meet our new pastor
Reverend Charles
Reginald Johnson, Sr.
Rooted in faith.
Committed to people.
Pastor Johnson brings a heart for the Gospel, prayer, and service to Mount Zion. Elected by the congregation in March 2026, he previously served for sixteen years as Senior Pastor of Cochran Avenue Baptist Church in Los Angeles.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern California and a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Together with his wife, Virna L. Johnson—affectionately known as First Lady V—he continues a shared calling to ministry and community.
A place for you. Every Sunday.
Let us worship together.
Join the Mount Zion family in person or online.
Mount Zion online · Gather in faith
Watch live & past services.
Join our church family in worship wherever you are. Watch the live service, see what is coming next, or revisit a message that speaks to your heart.
Choose a recording under Related Videos to watch a past service or event. Use the player controls for sound and full screen.
Open the full streaming page →Gather in faith. Grow in fellowship.
What’s next at Mount Zion
October 12–16, 2026 · Special weekly schedule
Gather in the Word. Stay united in prayer.
Church family, please note these temporary changes as we make time to grow together in faith. All times are Pacific. This dated notice takes precedence over regular weekly listings for the dates below.
In-Person Bible Study · October 12–15
Location: Mount Zion Sanctuary
Attend the afternoon session, evening session, or both.
| Date | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, October 12 | 2:00–3:00 p.m. | 6:30–7:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday, October 13 | 2:00–3:00 p.m. | 6:30–7:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, October 14 | 2:00–3:00 p.m. | 6:30–7:30 p.m. |
| Thursday, October 15 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | 6:30–7:30 p.m. |
PrayerLine · October 12–16
7:00 a.m.: Monday through Friday, October 12–16.
7:30 p.m.: No sessions Monday through Thursday, October 12–15.
Friday, October 16: The 7:30 p.m. session will be held.
Not meeting this week
TNT, Wednesday night Prayer Service, and Wednesday virtual Bible Study will not be held during the week of October 12. The in-person Sanctuary Bible Study sessions above will be held as scheduled.
Come with an open heart, bring your Bible, and let us grow together in God’s Word.
Gather for worship
Join the Mount Zion family in person or online for prayer, praise, and the preached Word. There is a place for you here.
Plan your visit →Installation & Celebration
Pastoral Installation Service at 10:00 AM, followed by the semi-formal celebration banquet from 6:00–8:00 PM.
Explore the celebration →Worship & Fellowship
Continue Installation Weekend with Sunday morning worship and a light reception with the Mount Zion family.
Weekend details →Grow · Serve · Belong
There is a place
for you here.
New to faith, new to Seattle, returning to church, or ready for a church home? We welcome you with joy. Let us walk together in the love of Christ.
Plan your first visit
Know what to expect, where to find us, and how to join Sunday worship at 10:00 AM Pacific.
Plan a visit →Become a member
Learn about new-member classes, baptism, and the Right Hand of Fellowship.
Membership information →Find your ministry
Use your spiritual gifts, build relationships, and serve across generations and our community.
Explore ministries →Connect with the church
Reach the church office for prayer, pastoral care, membership questions, or practical assistance.
Contact Mount Zion →Stay connected to the life of the church
Faith. Community.
ZIONEWS.
Discover ministry highlights, member celebrations, service opportunities, and the dates that bring our church family together.
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Mount Zion Baptist Church1634 Rev. Dr. S. McKinney Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98122Get directions →