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Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in the Brutonville Community , Hosts Health and Wellness Day

Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church held its Health and Wellness Day on Saturday, November 1st, at 11:00 AM, offering a wealth of valuable information to the community. The event was thoughtfully organized by the Women of Mount Zion and facilitated by Sheryl Conrad and Minister Arletha Wall.

The program covered a range of important topics, including cardiovascular health, diabetes, men’s health, mental health, and natural medicines. Attendees were treated to an engaging and heartfelt keynote presentation by Staff Sergeant (SSGT) Alonzo Lunsford, a Purple Heart recipient and survivor of the 2009 Fort Hood Massacre in Killeen, Texas. Sergeant Lunsford shared his powerful story and offered profound insights on managing mental health and building resilience after trauma.

Additional presenters included:

  • Dr. Patrice Cagle, Ph.D. – Spoke on mental health awareness and introduced her new coloring book designed to assist with stress relief.
  • Dr. Jeannisa Bowden, Ph.D., owner of Bowden Natural Medicine in Seven Lakes, North Carolina – Discussed the benefits of natural medicine and holistic health practices.
  • Dr. Pandora Smith Dumas, DNP – Presented on Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, and Men’s Health, sharing striking statistics about how these conditions affect communities across the “Bible Belt” and “Stroke Belt” regions of the United States.
  • SSGT. Alonzo Lunsford – Delivered a moving presentation on overcoming trauma and the importance of prioritizing mental wellness.
  • Sheryl Conrad – Conducted an informative and easy-to-follow CPR demonstration, emphasizing the importance of being prepared to save lives.

The audience was encouraged to engage, ask questions, and share their experiences throughout the event. The day concluded with a healthy light lunch, providing attendees an opportunity to fellowship and reflect on the valuable lessons shared.Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church celebrates the success of this year’s event and is considering making the Health and Wellness Day an annual tradition. The congregation looks forward to continuing its mission of 

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