Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Welcome to the Mount
Come experience the love, power, and presence of God with us in Shaw, Mississippi.
You Belong Here
For more than a century, Mount Zion has been a place where the Gospel is proclaimed, families are strengthened, disciples are built, and neighbors are served.
“Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it.” Psalm 127:1a
Serving God’s PeopleSince 1911✦
Who We Are
Our mission is to glorify God, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and empower His people through the Word of God and the Holy Spirit to live transformed lives. We are committed to reaching the lost, strengthening families, building disciples, and serving our community while demonstrating the love of Christ to everyone we encounter.
We envision a church where people are saved, lives are changed, families are restored, people are equipped, and leaders are developed to fulfill their God-given purpose. We desire to be a beacon of hope, a house of prayer, a place of healing, and a community of believers where everyone can experience the love, power, and presence of God.
A Warm Welcome
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Pastor Dexter and Lady Minister Martha Nailer, along with the entire Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church family, welcome you. It is our joy and privilege to invite you to come worship with us.
“Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.” Psalm 127:1
What a powerful statement! We can build buildings, make plans, organize programs, and work hard—but unless the Lord is in it, our labor is in vain.
We believe Mt. Zion is standing because God has been building this house:
And He is still building us today! When you walk through our doors, we do not want you to see only a church building. We want you to see a people who are trusting God to continue building His Church.
Once again, on behalf of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Shaw, Mississippi, we invite everyone to come worship with us.
God bless,
Pastor Dexter K. Nailer Sr. & Lady Minister Martha Nailer
Spiritual Leadership
Pastor Dexter K. Nailer, a native of Shaw, Mississippi, is the son of the late Otha and Earmy Nailer.
Pastor Nailer attended Ruleville Central School in Ruleville, Mississippi. He earned a bachelor’s degree in ministry from the Exodus School of the Bible in Cleveland, Mississippi.
Pastor Nailer is married to the former Martha Humphries of Shaw, Mississippi. They are the proud parents of one daughter, Jasmine, and two sons, Dexter Jr. and Isaiah. They are also the loving grandparents of five grandchildren whom they cherish.
In February 2009, Pastor Nailer’s dream was fulfilled and his ministry mission began. God blessed him to preach and teach His Word through the ministry of Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He stands boldly, sharing the amazing grace of God’s love for humanity and how God has blessed and taught him to live a Christ-filled life.
Pastor Nailer is doing great work through Christ for Mt. Zion, and he looks forward to helping create meaningful change throughout the Shaw community. Under his leadership, the church has maintained consistent spiritual growth, welcoming more than 35 new members, one deacon, and five ministers.
His goals are to strengthen the church’s ministry and extend its outreach through meaningful programs that address the spiritual, educational, emotional, and financial needs of individuals and families in the congregation and community.
Building the Whole Person
Through these initiatives, the goal is to be a church that not only ministers to the spiritual needs of the congregation, but also provides resources, guidance, and support that can positively impact the whole person and strengthen the community.
Pastor Nailer is a member of United Rock of Ages Baptist Church in Shaw, Mississippi, under the leadership of Rev. Leroy Woods III. He is also a member of the Shaw Ministerial Association.
Serving Together
We thank God for the faithful members who give their time, gifts, and hearts in service to Mount Zion and our community.
Women’s Ministry
Youth Ministry
Hospitality
Mrs. Eleanor Scott
Welcoming members, guests, and friends with Christian warmth and care.
Compassionate Care
Mrs. Eleanor Scott
Coordinating care and assistance for members and neighbors in times of need.
Church Governance
Serving with prayer, stewardship, accountability, and a commitment to the mission of Mount Zion.
Our History
Work for the Kingdom of God began in a small church west of Shaw on the Bogue under the leadership of Rev. J. C. Isaac.
Pastors E. L. Day, Rev. J. W. Gwen, Rev. E. D. Hayes, Rev. Willie Jackson, and Associate Pastor Rev. Joseph Thompson served the congregation. Trustees included Charlie “Cap” Hall Jr., Sam Williams, R. B. Roach, Cliff Brown, Willie Baskin, and Henry Dixon.
The Mount Zion Church Choir became recognized as one of the leading choirs in the Shaw community.
Rev. Walter Samuel Jenkins and Sister Grace Elizabeth Johnson Jenkins began more than 30 years of service. The church experienced new growth, added air conditioning, and expanded worship from once to twice each month. Pastor Jenkins entered eternal rest on February 21, 2006.
Rev. Harrison Norals provided pastoral leadership through June 2008.
Led by the Holy Spirit, Rev. Dexter K. Nailer Sr. and Evangelist Martha Humphries-Nailer began a new chapter of ministry, growth, discipleship, and service.
What’s Happening
Honoring Pastor Dexter K. Nailer Sr. and Evangelist Martha Nailer for faithful pastoral leadership and service to Mt. Zion.
Breast Cancer Awareness, Domestic Violence Awareness, and Pastor Appreciation Month.
A healing for the community. Thank you in advance for your support—please bring a friend or two!
The pantry is active again. The next distribution date will be announced soon.
Faith in Action
The love of Christ reaches beyond our sanctuary and into our community.
Mrs. Gladys Johnson, a loyal and dutiful member of Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, received a free carbon monoxide detector through the church’s community outreach. After the unit was installed in her home, it alerted her to dangerous carbon monoxide and helped save her life.
In this special testimony, Mrs. Johnson is interviewed by her sister, Mrs. Eleanor Scott—another loyal and dutiful member of Mount Zion. Together, they share why this lifesaving ministry mattered and why every home should have a working carbon monoxide detector.
Faith in action. Love in service. A life protected.
We joyfully welcomed three more young, God-fearing souls into the Kingdom of God. Baptized on July 20, 2025, they later received their Certificates of Baptism. May they always keep Christ first.
We celebrate eight of our own—from kindergarten graduates to a bachelor’s degree recipient. Stay focused, keep praying, and never give up.
Community Food Pantry
What better way to celebrate the goodness of God than by feeding His people with the blessings He has given us?
The Word teaches us to share what we have. When we serve others, we honor our Heavenly Father. Look for the next food-pantry date to be posted.
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Inspirational Moments
Encouraging hearts, strengthening families, and serving communities through the Word of God.
Presented by the Spiritual Enlightenment Ministry and the Faith & Prosperity 360 Community ProjectYouth Ministry
“Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers.” 1 Timothy 4:12
Your age does not limit your purpose. When God calls you, He also prepares you. Like David facing Goliath, courage comes from trusting God—not from size, popularity, or position.
I am loved by God. I have a purpose. I will use my gifts and become everything God created me to be.Women’s Ministry
“Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.” Proverbs 31:25
Esther reminds us that God can position one faithful woman to bring protection, hope, and change to an entire community.
I am a woman of faith. I will pray, encourage, build, serve, and walk boldly in my God-given purpose.Church Ministry
“Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it.” Psalm 127:1
The church is more than a building. We are a family called to pray together, grow together, help one another, and carry the love of Jesus Christ into our community.
We are a house of prayer, a place of healing, a family of believers, and a beacon of hope.The Ministry of Giving
“For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink.” Matthew 25:35
Giving includes more than money. We can give food, clothing, time, encouragement, transportation, knowledge, prayer, and compassion. The Good Samaritan teaches us that love sees a need, stops, and takes action.
What God places in our hands may be the blessing someone else has been praying to receive.When Love Grows Cold
The Bible warns that the love of many will grow cold. Yet God has not called us to surrender to hatred or division.
“Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” Matthew 22:39
When the world grows cold, God’s people must become a greater light.
Famine in the Land
Amos 8:11 speaks of a famine of hearing the words of the Lord. Joseph’s story in Genesis 41 teaches that faith and preparation work together.
We can pray while preparing our families, sharing resources, supporting food ministries, learning useful skills, and helping our neighbors.
Stay Encouraged
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God.” Isaiah 41:10
When the road becomes difficult,
And the answer is delayed,
Remember God is with you,
So keep walking on by faith.
Keep praying, keep believing,
Let hope become your light.
God is working through the darkness,
And morning follows night.
Watch & Worship
Our growing video library will make it easy to watch worship services, sermons, revivals, youth programs, and special church events in one place.
Recorded worship services will appear here.
Pastoral messages and Bible teachings will appear here.
Revival, youth, outreach, and celebration videos will appear here.
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