Also note a late addition to the weekly calendar – Scrapbooking will be December 7 at 6pm.
Pamela Miller
November 29, 2007 — AngelaIt’s weird to be here and not celebrate with friends and family but it doesn’t stray me from all the things I am thankful for and that’s all the people back home supporting me and everyone here with me. All the prayers, emails and letters have been wonderful. There are so many things to be thankful for. Being here in a country that does not have the same freedom that we have truly reminds us of how well we have it in America and how much we tend to take for granted. It will be nice to stand on the ground of freedom again soon! Great news as well – we might be coming home earlier than expected! Our mission here has been very successful. Provided we keep it up we will be coming home one month earlier than planned so I keep my fingers crossed!
Hope all is well back home for you and your family as well as the congregation. God Bless everyone and Happy Thanksgiving!
SPC Pamela J. Miller
December 5: Tacos
November 28, 2007 — AngelaCome to Zion for a hot, fresh meal every Wednesday as a family break between Kids’ Club, choirs, confirmation, adult ed. Bible studies, and meetings.
Sympathy to the Folkerds & Christianson Families
November 28, 2007 — AngelaOwen Grant Christianson, son of Anne & Grant Christianson, and grandson of Pastor John & Judy Folkerds was stillborn on Wednesday, November 28. The funeral will be at 11am on Tuesday, December 4 at St Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church in Plymouth (17205 County Road 6).
Help Needed from Scrapbookers or Movie Buffs
November 28, 2007 — AngelaFaith in Action of Wright County is looking for scrapbookers or movie watchers to visit with a 25 year old woman who has a chronic condition who is in much pain most days. She is a scrapbooker, reader, movie watcher and wonderful singer. Her energy level can be quite low at times. They are looking for volunteers (could this be you?) to visit her on occasion, scrapbook together, or go to a movie together (alone or with another friend).
If you can help out, please call or email Alison, volunteer coordinator of Faith in Action today: 763/234-3586 or servantfia@earthlink.net.
Annual Congregational Meeting
November 27, 2007 — AngelaAll voting members are requested to attend the Annual Meeting on Sunday, December 2, 2007, following the 10:30 service (at approximately 11:30 am).
Adult Bible Study: Matthew
November 27, 2007 — AngelaA ten-week Bible Study on the Gospel of Matthew will be held on Thursdays, January 17 to April 3 from 7-8:30 pm, let by Pr. Robert Mortvedt.
Matthew is first in the New Testament, not because it was written first, but because of the importance given to this gospel in the life of the church. Matthew’s depiction of Jesus’ teachings in the context of His life, death, and resurrection has shone like a moral beacon on the church path through the centuries.
Plan to join this class as we begin 2008. Sign up online. There will be a cost of $14 for the study book.
December Scrapbooking Update
November 26, 2007 — AngelaWith the input that we got, we decided to set December 7 as the date for December Scrapbooking.
The official time is 6pm, but you are welcome to come earlier and get a head start.
For those that are joining us for the first time, check out the general information about the crop nights. Oh, and I am planning on bringing an Australian Christmas treat to share 
Sympathy to the family of Marie Dickson
November 25, 2007 — AngelaMarie Dickson died on Thursday, November 22. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 27 from 4-8pm at the Peterson Chapel with a prayer service at 7:30. The funeral will be at Zion on Wednesday, November 28 at 11:00 with lunch to follow.
Sympathy to the Family of Donna Fertig
November 23, 2007 — AngelaVisitation will be at the Peterson Chapel on Monday, November 26 from 5-8pm with a Prayer Service at 7:30. The funeral will be on Tuesday, November 27 at 2:00 at Zion with visitation 1 hour before the service and lunch after the service.
St Lucia Supper
November 22, 2007 — Angela
Mark your calendar for the annual St. Lucia Supper on Tuesday, December 11 at 6:00pm at Zion. Come for great music and a wonderful light supper of breads, soups, cheeses, and Scandinavian treats & cookies. St. Lucia will make her appearance with her court to deliver the homemade St. Lucia rolls during the supper. A Christmas bell choir will lead carol singing after the meal.
Marilyn Sharpe from the Youth & Family Institute will return as our guest speaker. A parent for 34 years, she knows first hand the joys and sorrows, the triumphs and challenges of being a family. Marilyn will give ideas about passing on faith and values to the children we all cherish during this advent and Christmas season.
This is a family event and nursery is provided (supper is not provided in the nursery). Sign up by Sunday, December 9 in the narthex, online, or by calling the church office. Cost is $3 per person or $10 per family.
November 21, 2007 — Angela
Dear True and Good Jesus,
I pray for the Towering Strength of my Good friend Ralph. He is about to embark on a Journey to start His own Church Ministry. The gifts needed to help His people are many. Pray for this Good man. May the Good Lord Jesus Truly Bless you. Amen. Darryl.
December 2007 Newsletter
November 21, 2007 — Angela
Feature Stories
Advent Devotionals
Welcome Jill Pryor
Zion on Facebook
Cookies for College Students
Monroe Crossing Concert
Baptism Classes
Christmas Events
ELCA Good Gifts
Letter from Dennis Murnyak
Youth Ministry
Children’s Ministry
Calendar
A couple of corrections:
The Zionaires Lunch is on Tuesday, December 18, NOT Wednesday, December 19
Scrapbooking will NOT be on December 21, it will be on the 7th or 14th. If you are interested in attending, please let Angela know your preferred date.
Get your Tickets Now
November 21, 2007 — Angela
Tickets are now on sale for the 40 Days of Community Kick Off Meal & Concert on January 13.
The meal will feature down-home cookin’ (catered by Reds), and the concert will feature the Monroe Crossing bluegrass band.
(more information about the lunch and concert)
40 Days of Community will happen in Lent of 2008, which is early this year. Worship services, small groups, and service projects will give participants the opportunity to learn about why God calls us to be connected in community and why it is important to serve our community together.
(more general information about 40 Days of Community at Zion)
Flu Shot Clinic at Zion
November 20, 2007 — AngelaFlu Shot Clinic for ages 6 months and up will be at Zion on Thursday, November 29 from 2-6 pm. No appointments will be taken.
The cost is $25 or Medicare part B or MA (bring card). $10 for qualifying children. FluMist Nasal Spray will be available for eligible children. Pneumonia shots will also be available for $35 or Medicare part B or MA. No one will be denied for inability to pay.
Please wear a short-sleeved shirt
Call Public Health at 763.682.7717 or 1.800.362.3667 x7717 with questions.
Advent Devotionals – Printed and Electronic options
November 19, 2007 — Angela
Clear some time from your advent days for devotions and prayer as we await the coming of the Christ of Christmas. A variety of devotion books for adults and families and colorful key fob prayer reminders are available at the information desk.
If electronic mail is a better choice for you try the God Pause daily devotions from Luther Seminary. God Pause are short, meaningful reflections on the following Sunday’s lessons and gospel. During Advent, God Pause devotions will be taken from “Awake, Awake and Greet the New Morn,” a daily devotional produced by Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary and Luther Seminary.
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