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About Franklin Chapel

Rooted in faith.

Since 1876, Franklin Chapel AME Zion Church has been a beacon of faith, hope, worship, and community in Laurinburg, North Carolina.

Founded
1876
Legacy
Nearly 150 Years
Home
Laurinburg, NC
Who We Are

A church family with a living legacy.

Founded in 1876, Franklin Chapel AME Zion Church has stood as a steadfast beacon of faith, hope, and community in Laurinburg, North Carolina. For nearly 150 years, our church has been dedicated to serving God and nurturing generations through worship, education, and outreach.

Rooted in the rich traditions of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Franklin Chapel embraces a legacy of social justice, spiritual growth, and community empowerment.

Foundation
1876

A church planted to serve God and strengthen community.

Tradition
AME Zion

Rooted in faith, justice, spiritual growth, and empowerment.

Today
BIG-Z

Honoring the past while stepping into what God is doing next.

Our Mission

Rooted in T.R.U.S.T.

At Franklin Chapel AME Zion Church, our mission is rooted in T.R.U.S.T. We are committed to Teaching the truth of Scripture with clarity and love, helping every person grow in faith and understanding through Bible therapy. We Reach our community and the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, boldly sharing His message of hope and salvation. We Unite as a family of believers who support, encourage, and walk together in love, reflecting the unity of the Body of Christ. We Serve selflessly by meeting both spiritual and physical needs through acts of kindness and mercy. Through it all, we seek to Transform hearts and communities by the power of the Holy Spirit, living as examples of God’s grace and truth.

Leadership

Leading with faith and purpose.

Our leaders serve with prayer, care, and commitment to the Franklin Chapel family.

Senior Pastor

Rev. John T. Morrison, Jr.

We lead by example, offering wisdom, encouragement, and a listening ear to those in need. Through dedication and service, Franklin Chapel remains a place of worship, fellowship, and love.

Church Leadership

Meet the full team.

Church staff, ministerial staff, missionaries, Christian education, trustees, media, and ministry leaders are organized on the Leadership page for easier viewing.

Open Leadership
Our Heart

Worship. Fellowship. Service.

Franklin Chapel is a church family rooted in worship, fellowship, service, and the belief that every person can grow in faith and purpose.

Worship
Gather in faith

Gathering in church is a powerful spiritual connection, uniting individuals in faith and community.

Grow
Deepen discipleship

New discipleship programs deepen faith, Bible knowledge, and expectation for what God is doing.

Serve
Love our neighbors

Outreach efforts spread Christ’s love through serving, volunteering, and supporting the community.

We honor our past, celebrate the present, and move forward with hope.

Your Next Step

Come experience Franklin Chapel.

We invite you to join us in worship, fellowship, and service as we continue the work God began here in 1876.