Lutefisk Dinner a Hit Again This Year

November 18, 2008 — Angela

PhotobucketThe Lutefisk dinner was held on Friday October 24. Many volunteers put in lots of hours to feed around 350 people. According to some of the participants, Zion has a reputation for  lutefisk and people add it to their list as they make the circuit each fall.

A special thanks goes out to all the volunteers who help to make this event a success each year. The exciting conclusion each year is to use the profits for different church and community projects. This year, money will be going to Sunday School, Zion youth, Redeemer church and the Buffalo Food shelf.

See you next year!

Rick Johnson, Chairman

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Redeemer WELCA Luncheon

November 17, 2008 — Angela

Women of Zion are invited to join the women of our partner congregation, Redeemer Lutheran Church, on Saturday, December 6.

WELCA of Redeemer Lutheran Church at 1800 Glenwood Avenue Minneapolis MN 55405 will be hosting their annual December luncheon on December 6, 2008 at 12:30 PM. The program will be the Lydia Women’s Empowerment Project which works in the areas of spiritual, family, social change and economic empowerment in North Minneapolis. One of the projects of the Lydia project is the creation of banners, liturgical vestments and altar cloths.

Silent Auction Baskets will again be offered with the proceeds going to Redeemer’s sister congregation in Bauchi Nigeria. Cost for the luncheon is $5.00. Reservations for the luncheon can be made with Cindy Stenson at Redeemer, 612-374-4139.

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Help Feed The Hungry

November 17, 2008 — Angela

The Social Ministry Committee is organizing a group to put together Christmas kits which would be part of a Holiday food distribution by the Buffalo Food Shelf.  For those of you with families, this is a great opportunity to involve your kids.

The group will be collecting the items necessary for the kits and then assembling them at the church and transporting to the food shelf. Once the list of items needed is determined, it will available in the bulletin and online.

Please let Roger or Sandy Brenny know if you are interested in helping with this great opportunity to help feed the hungry in our community this holiday season.

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Eat, Save and be Merry

November 16, 2008 — Angela

In the FALL edition of the Thrivent Magazine, there is a great article about spreading some holiday cheer with some tasty and budget friendly entertaining ideas!

Two Thrivent Financial members-Sara Schwartz,co-owner of Duck Crossing, a restaurant and catering company in Wautoma, Wisconsin; and Kathryn Clements, a registered Dietitian in Cannon Falls, Minnesota-have shared ideas to help you save money(and calories) without sacrificing taste, graciousness or style.

For example: Last year for appetizers you may have served a cheese and sausage platter and finger food like stuffed mushrooms.  This year a more budget and healthy friendly choice would be a cheese spread molded into a ball and rolled in dried cranberries. Served with whole-wheat crackers and fresh veggies.

For healthier holiday recipes, Clements suggests visiting websites like EatingWell.com and CookingLight.com.

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Thanks for Cemetery Care

November 16, 2008 — Angela

Zion’s Property Committee and Cemetery Board extend their appreciation to Betty Pfeiffer for her continued support in caring for the Zion Cemetery.  Betty has overseen the weekly mowing and care of the cemetery for the past two years.  Thank you, Betty, for your generous donation.

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October 15 Council Meeting

November 14, 2008 — Angela
  • Pastor Hagen introduced several different handouts that profile the basics of Roberts Rules of Order. Further information is available at robertsrules.org.
  • Approval of the 10/1/08 minutes was tabled until the 11/12/08 meeting.
  • Pastor Hagen reported on his work with the executive committee and BridgeBuilders.  He plans to secure an advisory team to council him, and to begin a discussion of how to refocus Zion on God’s mission and it’s calling.
  • Pastor Sogge spent a lot of time doing pastoral care in September, including five funerals and  visitation to shut ins.
  • Rick Johnson presented an update on Redeemer Lutheran and the project they still hope to put in front of council.
  • The personnel committee reported on added some items to the standard ELCA Interim Pastor agreement.
  • The Personnel Committee was charged with working out the details of Pastor Becky’s sabbatical.
  • The Stewardship Committee reported on the “Transformational Stewardship” program
  • Dirk Foster is was elected Vice-President of the congregation.
  • A communication plan was adopted.
  • Pastor Hagen reported on plans for the BridgeBuilders program.

Complete Minutes

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October 8 Council Meeting

November 14, 2008 — Angela

The Council met on October 8 to discuss proposed changes to Zion’s constitution to bring it into alignment with the Model Constitution for Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, as most recently amended by the Churchwide assembly.

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Redeemer’s Christmas Store

November 14, 2008 — Angela

Redeemer Lutheran Church’s Christmas Store event will take place on December 13, from 8:30 - Noon at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Zion is invited to participate by volunteering at the event or by donating gifts. There are many ways to contribute to the success of this event and they hope to match your passion for giving with our needs in providing a child the opportunity to give Christmas gifts to their loved ones.

This event gives them the opportunity to reach out to kids that are otherwise untouched by the ministry of Redeemer. The Christmas Store gives children a chance to buy four gifts for their family members and get them gift-wrapped for the price of twenty-five cents per gift!

The Christmas Store depends on the generosity of others willing to donate gifts, time and resources, so please consider participating in this event. There is a collection box in the narthex until Wednesday, December 10, and they especially need gifts for men and teens. Contact Babette Chapman of Redeemer Lutheran at 612.374.4139×16 or bchatman@redeemermpls.org if you have any questions.

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61 Pints Collected

November 13, 2008 — Angela

Thank you to all who donated blood and who worked with the setup, canteen, greeters, and take-down of equipment.  The November American Red Cross blood drive at Zion was very sucessful with 61 pints collected.

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Blue Star Mothers Collecting Donations for Troops

November 13, 2008 — Angela

Blue Star Mothers of Wright County are collecting donations of items to send care packages to our troops this holiday season! Donations are being accepted at Zion through Monday November 24th.

Recommended items include:

  • Food items: Individually wrapped packages, crackers, trail mix, sunflower seeds, cookies, breakfast bars, granola bars, fruit snacks & dried fruit, peanuts, beef jerky, hard candy, hot chocolate, cider, tea, coffee, powder drink mixes, Kool-Aid, soup mixes, hot cereal, oatmeal, cup of soup mix
  • Personal items: Powder; foot & baby powder, baby wipes, lip balm w/spf, hand sanitizer, disposable hand & foot warmers, batteries, flashlights, combs, brushes, suntan lotion, Q-tips, Kleenex, books or magazines, disposable cameras, razors, hand cream, tide to go sticks,
  • Misc. items: Phone calling cards, hand held games w/batteries, movies, comic books, activity books or puzzles, deck of cards, zip lock bags, stationary supplies, notebooks, pens, mini battery operated fans, calendars,

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Taking the First Step

November 12, 2008 — Angela
By Pastor Kelly Chatman
From the Newsletter of Redeemer Lutheran Church

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr said, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”  This is what people of vision do.  They believe in something bigger than themselves and they begin to act as if it is so.

Members from Redeemer and Redeemer Center for Life participated in a process at City Council that resulted in the approval for housing and employment goals for neighborhood residents in the development that will extend from downtown and into the Harrison Neighborhood.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Position Vacant: Part Time Custodian

November 10, 2008 — Angela

Zion is seeking a part time custodian.  4-8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Friday and 6:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sundays.  Some rotating Saturday hours as needed.  Send letter of application to:  Zion Lutheran Church, 1200 Hwy 25 South, Buffalo, MN 55313   Attn:  Diane M.

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Free concert at St. John’s Lutheran Church

November 7, 2008 — Angela

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Buffalo is pleased to present a free concert with -Rebecca’s Well‖ a Contemporary Christian Folk, Rock, country and gospel Band from Maple Lake. The concert begins at 7:00pm on Fri Nov 14 and will take place in St. John’s new Family Life Center. Refreshments will be served.

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Internet Safety Seminar Nov 12

November 6, 2008 — Angela

Have you ever asked yourself:

  • What are Facebook and MySpace all about anyway?
  • Is it dangerous for my student to be on-line?
  • How do I create safe identities on-line?
  • What is social networking?
  • Cyber-bullying - what is it and how could it affect me?

This free seminar led by Blue Line Safety is open to all adults who are interested in the safety of children.

Wednesday, November 12 from 6:00-7:30pm at Zion

More Information and Sign Up

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Congregation Invited to Meet Dr. Kristopher Hartwig

November 6, 2008 — Angela

Dr. Kristopher Hartwig will be visiting Zion’s Global Missions Committee on Thursday November 13th at 7:00pm.  Kristopher is working through the ELCA in Tanzania on a Hospice Development Program.  Zion has given mission dollars to this program and the Missions committee has recommended giving our next Forward In Faith gift to this most important effort.  Kristopher will share with us how our donations have been used as well as what the need is for the future.  Members of the congregation are invited to attend this very informative and interesting evening with the committee.

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Who is a Voting Member?

November 5, 2008 — Angela

A current list of Zion voting members has been posted on the information kiosk near the office and on a bulletin board near Trinity Hall.  If you plan to vote at this year’s annual meeting on December 7, please stop by and consult the list to ensure that you are currently listed as eligible to vote.  If your name is not on the list and you think that you should be eligible to vote, please contact Angela in the office for assistance.

According to Zion’s Constitution:

Members shall be classified as follows: Read the rest of this entry »

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Stewardship Thought

November 5, 2008 — Angela

How did Jesus motivate his disciples to give everything they had?  He loved them (as he loves us) unconditionally.  He did this before he taught them.  By loving our fellow congregation members first, we can bring out the generous nature that God intended for us.

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Minnesota Teen Challenge Christmas Concert

November 4, 2008 — Angela

Join Minnesota Teen Challenge on Friday, November 21st, 2008 for the First Annual Christmas Concert to celebrate the FREEDOM found in Christ! Come hear over 250 teenagers and adults sing songs and share their testimonies of why Christmas will be different for them this year.

Doors open at 6PM, Concert begins at 7:00 PM at Emmanuel Christian Center, 7777 University Ave, Spring Lake Park, MN. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. To reserve a ticket, visit www.mntc.org,
or call 612-238-6801

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Thanks Harvest of Hands Volunteers

November 1, 2008 — Angela

Zion’s Harvest of Hands to benefit World Hunger is such a success each year because of the commitment of many, many dedicated volunteers who make crafts, prepare foods, help with publicity, organize sale areas and more.

A full report of the totals raised will be posted when it is available.

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Free Chirstian Fair at St Paul River Center

October 31, 2008 — Angela

Don’t miss out on The Christian Community Fair Nov. 14-15, 2008 at Saint Paul RiverCentre. This FREE event is GROWING.

There is something for everyone - kid’s zone (inflatables, petting zoo and VeggieTales), Northwestern Bookstore music stage (Sara Renner, Robert Robinson, Phil Joel - former Newsboys member, and more).  Friday night “We Believe” with Dawson McAllister, Saturday night “Recovery Celebration” with Dave Anderson from Famous Dave’s, 150+ vendors, free CPR training, an archery range, silent auction, and much more.

Admission is free and free parking passes will be available from Zion.

Questions? www.christianfair.com.

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