Local Missionary Society

Lomax Temple A.M.E. Zion Church

Women's Home and Overseas Missionary Society


And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Philippians 1:6

Lomax Missionaries are committed to continuing the legacy that has been set before us. We are continually seeking ways to meet the needs within our community and abroad.

Next Parent Body Meeting

August 19, 2025

Zoom Meeting ID: 811 4454 9459

Dial In 312-626-6799

Mrs. Patricia Peterson, Local President

Rev. Orea Peterson Jr., Pastor

Support the Ministry

Online Giving

Align with our mission and support the Lomax Missionary Ministry. There are many ways to give.

Please note on your donation "W.H.&O.M.S."

Sunday AM Health Corner

A Balm in Gilead

An online health resource center about health issues and concerns related to African American men, women and children. Share what you learn on Sunday Morning.

Missionary Leaders

Committed leaders of the six departments:

  • Patrica Peterson, Local President
  • LeWanda Gipson, Local Coordinator Young Adult Missionary Society
  • Local Secretary Youth Missionary Society – To Be Supplied
  • Sonya Harris, Local Superintendt Buds of Promise
  • Violet Simpson, Local Secretary Bureau of Supply
  • Shirley Green, Local Chairman Life Members Council

Ministry in Action

The Buds of Promise are the Juvenile Society of the WHOM Society.  The mission of the WHOM Society is to establish Christian learning environments and experiences for all children (age 1 through 12) through mission education.

These experiences will enable each child to acquire the knowledge, beliefs and attitudes that are essential to his/her spiritual development as an individual and are necessary for the attainment of a meaningful life.

Buds of Promise Reading Program

Lomax Temple A.M.E. Zion Church
17441 Dequindre St, Detroit, MI 48212

+1 (313) 893-1463


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