Sunday, May 06, 2012

Social Ministry - Mother Day Items May 9th

Social Ministry has a box in the Narthex for the collection of items.

If  you have any regift items, tissue paper, or bags that the children might like to give to their Mothers, please drop them off by May 9th in the Narthex.

Flowers for Zion - May 2012

Zion is receiving 35 dozen Impatients from Boone County Gardeners of America.

If anyone would like to donate a dozen flowers to the church to off-set the cost, please contact Dan.

The cost would be $3.50 per dozen. 

Check can be made out to Zion Lutheran Church.

Thanks.

Monday, October 03, 2011

Attention all women of Zion & friends of Zion

Can you give up two hours to socialize, eat and connect with other women?

Research says its good for the soul and moral to relax and enjoy life.

So why not spend a few hours doing what’s good for you? Our next upcoming retreat will be on:
November 12th at Zion from 9—11:00 a.m. Breakfast & holiday craft with Jane Schuessler. Cost is $5.00
Sign up sheet will be on the bulletin board.
 
So come join us for some fellowship and hear how we are planning to purchase new blinds for the fellowship hall and workings towards raising funds to purchase new carpet, too!
 
Questions, ask: Cindy King, Kris Beever, Lois Bender, Amy Ortiz, Maxine Kahler, or Sherri Theisen

Saturday, September 03, 2011

Prayer Partners

Prayer Partners

One of the highlights of the monthly calendar is the gathering of Prayer Partners.
 
These folks meet with pastor on the second Tuesday of each month and pray with him. Then they agree to pray for the ministry here at Zion every day.
 
Our times together are filled with insight, prayer and good conversation. Anyone is welcome to join us on Tuesday, September 13 at 6:30 pm.
 
We meet in the youth director’s office.

High School Youth

High school Youth


The High School youth will be hosting coffee hour on Sunday,

September 18, between services. Please drop off your baked goods between 8:00 & 8:45 a.m.
A High School meeting will be at the King’s home on Saturday, September 10th at 6:30 pm. We will have a little cook-out and discuss this up and coming year. Please try to fit it in your busy schedule.

Confirmation Students

Confirmation Students


On Wednesday, September 7th, we are having a potluck dinner at 5:45 pm for all incoming confirmation students and their parents and also returning confirmation students who are now 8th graders. Please bring a dish to share and we will provide dessert and beverage. We will be going over the confirmation program and all the new requirements. We will also have open registration set for that day, too.



Confirmation Retreat

On Saturday, September 24, we will have a retreat for all confirmation students. We will begin at 7:30 am and end the day at 2:00 pm. The cost will be $25.00. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. More information at the Potluck!

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Louise Tyler’s 100th Birthday

Louise Tyler’s 100th Birthday


On Palm Sunday, April 17th, Louise will celebrate her 100th birthday. Please sign the special card in the narthex as a “Group Greeting” from her Zion family.

Sunday School teachers are encouraged to make a group card, also.

Easter Prayer Vigil

Easter Prayer Vigil


The Prayer Vigil is an opportunity for you to come to the sanctuary and be in conversation with God for one hour. The Vigil begins on Good Friday eve and lasts until the sunrise service on Easter morn. Time slots are filling in quickly. Sign up today!

Women of Zion

The Women of Zion are having a

“Women of Influence Tea.”
Has there been a woman in your life that has made a significant influence? Perhaps your mother, sister, wife, neighbor, or even a teacher who has left a lasting impression. What better way to show your appreciation than to place an ad or purchase a ticket for an afternoon tea?

When: Sunday May 1st Time 1:00-3:00 Hats and gloves are encouraged!
Special guest speaker is Pastor Tina Koenig Ray
Cost is $15.00 for a wonderful tea including open faced sandwiches, fresh fruit, dessert, drinks and fellowship. The cost will also allow you to put one ad in our “Women of Influence” book; each additional add is $5.00.
Men/Women, if you can’t attend, you can place an ad or two ($5.00 each) or purchase a ticket for that special women.
Tickets and ads will be on sale in the office and between Sunday services. This is a fundraiser to purchase new vertical blinds for fellowship hall! Donations are also gladly accepted .

Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday April 17

Holy Week begins on

Palm Sunday on April 17

Maundy Thursday—April 21

5:30 p.m. Seder Meal
A reenactment of the Last Supper

7:00 p.m. Worship with Holy Communion

Good Friday—April 22

10:00 a.m. Children’s Service

On Friday, April 22, our high school youth and confirmands will reenact our Lord’s last days on earth. All kids from pre-K thru 6th grades are invited to this service in the fellowship hall. Following the 10:00 program, a mini breakfast will be served. Parents of the children are also invited.

7:00 p.m. A Service of Light and Darkness

Easter Sunday—April 24

Celebrate the resurrection of our Lord!
Worship times are at 6:30, 8:00 and 10:45 a.m.

Easter Breakfast will be served from 7:00—10:30 a.m.

An Easter Garden in Boom

An Easter Garden in Bloom


You are invited to place flowers in the chancel of the church on Easter Sunday. You will have the choice of a variety of flowers, which you will be able to take home and plant in your garden for years of enjoyment. Please mark the flower of your choice.

Due to flowering bulb plants,

All orders are due by Noon on Monday, April 4.



Lily $ 9.00                                Begonia $12.50                   

Tulip $10.00                            Azalea $17.00

Daffodil $10.00                        Hyacinth $10.00

Mum $12.50





I wish to purchase _____ flowers.



In memory of __________________________________________



In honor of ____________________________________________



To the Glory of God _________



Donor ________________________________________________





I will pick up my plant following the last service on Easter _____



I will pick up my plant during the week after Easter _____



You may give the plant to a shut-in (only Lilies) _____



Please turn in this form with the amount owed to the church office, 
or in the offering plate in an envelope marked: EASTER GARDEN FLOWERS

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Bridal Fashion Show and Luncheon Saturday Jun 19 11am

Women of Zion are sponsoring:


Decades of the Years

Bridal Fashion Show and Luncheon

Saturday, June 19
Luncheon at 11:00 AM

Followed by Fashion Show

Cost $10.00
Tickets can be purchased at the church or by calling the office before June 14th.
 
If your bridal dress will be modeled, please bring it to the church as soon as possible or call Cheryl Sturges.

Monday, March 22, 2010

The Prayer Shawl Ministry

Is in need of your support as our supply is running low. Prayer Shawls are
given to members who are facing a difficult time in their lives. The
shawls are made by church members. Here’s where you come in—keep
on the watch for more information on how you can be part of this
wonderful ministry at Zion.

No previous experience is needed, instruction
will be provided.

Questions, call Janet Schultz.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Prayer Vigil

Good Friday til Easter Sunday morning. 

Still plenty of hours open for you to spend time with God in our building.   

And yes, the hour goes by very fast.   :)

Monday, February 22, 2010

Habitat for Humanity - May

We are building in Belvidere.

Habitat for Humanity has a lot near Immanuel School and will begin construction in May.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans has given us a generous gift but we need to raise 10% of the money needed locally.
Look for the Habitat for Humanity table in the upcoming weeks and give a gift. For gifts larger than $25.00, you can fill out a special certificate which will be given to the family as they take occupancy.

Feed The Hungry - March

Feed The Hungry


In March you can help feed the hungry in Belvidere and Boone County by providing the makings for an Easter meal. Please take a grocery bag from the narthex (OR use one from home) and fill it with these items— then put the bag in the box in the narthex:



INSTANT SCALLOPED OR AU GRATIN POTATOES

CANNED VEGETABLES

JELLO

CAKE MIX

CANNED FROSTING

EASTER CANDY (LIKE JELLY BEANS)

EGG DYE KIT (OR FOOD COLORING)



We’re also looking for donations of canned hams. If you can’t donate a ham but would like to defray the cost, please put money in an envelope and place in the box in the narthex.

Thanks for being the hands of God in our community.

Rummage Sale May 1st

The date has been set! Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 1, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

So start collecting those special items.

Drop off dates will be announced in the next newsletter.

Lenten Services

On the Wednesdays during Lent, there will be a Soup Supper at 5:45 pm. The soup is homemade by women of Zion.

Please come join us for dinner and then attend a Bible study after dinner with Pastor Otto. Then at 7:00 pm, we will have our Lenten worship service.

Sign up sheet for the dinner is on the bulletin board in the narthex.

Friday, February 19, 2010

2010 Diakonia Retreat Feb 27th 830am - 230pm

Zion is hosting the 2010 diakonia Retreat this Saturday. Registration begins at 830am, Program "Outreach and Stewardship" presented by Pr. Kurt Nordby begins at 9am. The day ends by 230pm with a closing service and Eucharist. This retreat is open to everyone. There is a continental breakfast, lunch and beverages.
We are looking for hospitality volunteers (greeters, coffee and food servers, etc) If you can help, please call the church office or contact Julane Nease.

If you would like to register to attend this event, Call Julane or email to ahnmom@msn.com.

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