Sunday, September 5
Fifteenth Sunday after Epiphany
Luke 14:25-33
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, September 12
Sixteenth Sunday after Epiphany
Luke 15:1-10
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, September 19
Seventeenth Sunday after Epiphany
Luke 16:19-31
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, September 26
Eighteenth Sunday after Epiphany
Luke 5:1-11
Pastor Mike Foss Preaching
Rev. Dr. Michael Foss
Many members of the congregation are currently reading the book Power Surge, written by Pastor Foss when he was serving as senior pastor of Prince of Peace in Burnsville, Minnesota. Pastor Foss now serves at St. Mark Lutheran Church in West Des Moines, Iowa, and will be joining us at Zion on September 26 for two special events.
In the morning, Pastor Foss will be preaching at each worship service. His sermon will focus on the gifts and resources already present in the Zion community. The 8:30 and 10:30 services will also include special music from the Senior Choir, Joyful Ringers, and the Jubilee Worship Team.
In the evening, Pastor Foss will be the guest speaker at the first of five congregational gatherings that will help reveal the gifts, interests and passions of the people of Zion in preparation for the work of the Visioning Task Force in 2011. Additional congregational gatherings will be held in October, and all members are encouraged to participate in one of them.
Stop by the website, information desk, or the “A Promising Tomorrow” booth at the September 12 Ministry Fair to reserve your place at one of these gatherings.
Worship Schedule
Sunday, August 1 (& Monday 8/2)
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 12:13-21
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, August 8 (& Monday 8/9)
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 12:32-40
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, August 15 (& Monday 8/16)
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 12:49-56
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, August 22 (&Monday 8/23)
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 13:10-17
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, August 29
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 14:1,7-14
Pastor Karri Preaching
Second Wednesdays were a hit last summer. All who came enjoyed the meals, the conversation and connections as well as the worship, and the variety of activities. Make memories this summer with an evening celebrating music and worship.
BBQ sandwiches and root beer floats will be served. Free-will donations to cover the cost will be accepted.
The worship service led by youth director Myron Crawford will include some Gospel music, and will last about a half-hour.
Christians worship with a wide variety of styles. Have you ever heard of snake handlers in worship? Have you ever wondered where the phrase “holy rollers” comes from? Do you know who the “liturgical police” are? All of these things have something to do with Christian worship. Pastor Ted will lead an adult education session on “Make A joyful Noise – How Christians Worship.” We will look at historical, generational, and ethnic trends in Christian worship and have an opportunity to reflect on our own preferences for worship.
Gather with other students entering grades 9-12 to discuss the power of our choices, even in music.
S’mores and camp songs led by Roxie down by the lake for young children and children at heart.
The HOH craft group will work on a bead project.
The annual ice cream social at Marysville will be on Monday, August 2. Come and celebrate the beautiful Marysville Church with some pie and ice cream before or after the 7pm service. The council is also planning some fun and games!
For those of you who have never attended a historic Marysville service, this is the perfect opportunity to give it a try.
During June, July & August services are held each Monday evening at 7pm at the Historic Marysville Church, on County Road 9 between Buffalo and Waverly.
The Swedesburg (AKA Marysville) Church was organized by Pastor Nelson in February 1873. The same pastors served the Swedesburg and Carlslund (later know as Zion) congregations until Swedesburg disbanded in 1950 and the members joined Zion. In 1973 the building was restored to celebrate the centennial of Swedesburg, and Monday evening summer services commenced at that time.
Marysville is just a short 10-15 minute drive from downtown Buffalo. From the stoplights by the courthouse/library, head west on Lake Blvd N/CR 35. After 3 miles turn left and follow CR 35/CR 9. After 1.8 miles turn left and continue on CR 9. Marysville is a further 2.5 miles on the right. Remember that this is a little country church with no modern amenities.
Sunday, June 6
Second Sunday after Pentecost
Luke 7:11-17
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, June 13
Third Sunday after Pentecost
What Is Your Legacy of Faith?
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, June 20
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost
What is Your Legacy of Community? What is Your Legacy of Faith?
Matthew 5:14-16
Ephesians 3:14-20
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, June 27
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
What is Your Legacy of Service? What is Your Legacy of Community?
John 15:7-17
Philemon 4-7
Pastor Karri Preaching
During June, July & August services are held at the Marysville Church, on County Road 9 between Buffalo and Waverly, each Monday evening.
The first Marysville service for this year will be on Monday, June 7, beginning at 7pm.
Sunday, May 2
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Communion Sunday
Luke 22:14-20
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, May 9
Sixth Sunday of Easter
John 14:23-29
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, May 16
Seventh Sunday of Easter
John 17:20-26
Pastor Ted Preaching
*no communion*
Sunday, May 23
Day of Pentecost
John 14:8-17
Pastor Ted Preaching
*communion*
Sunday, May 30
First Sunday after Pentecost
John 16:12-15
Pastor Karri Preaching
Zion Day of Prayer is an annual opportunity to gather in a unifying voice of prayer.
There will be half-hour prayer services in the Zion library/chapel on Thursday, May 6, at 6:30am, 10am, and 7pm. The 10am prayer service will be followed by a time of fellowship and coffee.
This year the focus of our prayer will be our church families, sharing our gifts, our country, especially those in the armed services, and world peace. By dedicating a half hour of our time, we can lay these issues at God’s feet, confident that he will provide for our needs.
Those not able to attend a prayer service at Zion are encouraged to participate at home or at work, and devotional materials will be provided.
Thursday, April 1 (noon & 6:30pm)
Maundy Thursday
Pastor Karri Leading
Friday, April 2 (10am & 7pm)
Good Friday
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, April 4
7:00, 8:30, 9:45, 10:30
Easter Sunday
John 20:1-18
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, April 11
You‟re It
Genesis 3:1-13
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, April 18
Ready Or Not, Here I Come!
Luke 15:3-10
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, April 25
Ollie, Ollie Oxen Free
Luke 15:11-32
Pastor Ted Preaching
This Sunday is Palm Sunday and the preschool-4th grade students will be participating in the procession of palms during the 8:30 and 10:30 service. Listed below are some details for Sunday morning:
Change for children is doing well, and this coming Sunday will be our last Sunday school collection. Currently we have raised $775.90 of the $1200 goal. This Sunday’s Change for Children incentive is “Dress Your Best” in honor of our Palm Sunday celebration. Please remember to bring in your donation, and help us reach our goal!!
Please also remember that there are NO schedule Sunday school classes on Easter Sunday. We will resume regular class on April 11.
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Pastor Ted and Pastor Karri invite you, along with your neighbors and friends to a special worship service on Good Friday.
Good Friday is one of the most somber days for Christians, and can be a difficult day for families with young children. This year Zion has created a worship service to make the day meaningful for even young children and their families. All are welcome to the Family Good Friday worship in Trinity Hall at 10am on Friday, April 2.
The worship service will center around the powerful symbols of Holy Week, including scripture and songs. It will be an interactive service where participation from children is welcome.
Wednesday, March 3
Utilizing Our Lifelines
Philippians 4:4-7
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, March 7
Third Sunday in Lent
Luke 13:1-9
Pastor Ted Preaching
Wednesday, March 10
Reading the Compass
James 1:5-6
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, March 14
Fourth Sunday in Lent
Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
Pastor Ted Preaching
Wednesday, March 17
The Wind in Our Sails
II Corinthians 3:17-18
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, March 21
Fifth Sunday in Lent
John 12:1-8
Pastor Ted Preaching
Wednesday, March 24
Charting a Course
Colossians 3:15-17
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, March 28
Palm Sunday
Luke 19:28-40
Pastor Karri Preaching
It takes all of us to make things run smoothly for the extra worship services at this time of year. Please contact Sherilyn if you would like to serve as an usher, greeter, nursery worker, communion server, altar guild member, coffee fellowship host or Family Express host.
Sunday, February 7
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
Luke 5:1-11
Called
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, February 14
Transfiguration of Our Lord
Luke 9:28-36
Pastor Ted Preaching
Wednesday, February 17
Ash Wednesday
Romans 12:1-2
Becoming Seaworthy
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, February 21
First Sunday in Lent
Luke 4:1-13
Pastor Ted Preaching
Wednesday, February 24
Mark 6:30-32
Treasure the Voyage
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, February 28
Second Sunday in Lent
Luke 13:31-35
Pastor Ted Preaching
Sunday, January 3
Second Sunday of Christmas
John 1:1-18
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, January 10
Baptism of Our Lord
Matthew 28:16-20
Pastor Ted Preaching
“Life Giving Words”
Pastor Karri’s Installation
Sunday, January 17
Second Sunday after Epiphany
Ephesians 4:11-16
Pastor Ted Preaching
“Life Giving Habits”
Sunday, January 24
Third Sunday after Epiphany
Romans 12:1-8
Pastor Ted Preaching
“Life Giving Hands”
Sunday, January 31
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Matthew 13:31-33
Pastor Ted Preaching
“A Church That Matters”
With a few days left before Christmas… are you planning to be at Zion for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and/or Sunday, December 27th?
Sherilyn is looking for people who can serve as:
For these worship services:
Please contact Sherilyn if you or your family can help at Zion during worship as we celebrate Christ’s birth.
Sunday, December 6
Second Sunday of Advent
Luke 3:1-6
Pastor Ted preaching
Sunday, December 13
Third Sunday of Advent
Luke 3:7-18
Sunday, December 20
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Luke 1:39-45
Pastor Ted preaching
Thursday, December 24
Christmas Eve
Pastor Ted preaching
Friday, December 25
Christmas Day
Worship at 10am
Pastor Karri Preaching
Sunday, December 27
First Sunday of Christmas
Luke 2:41-52
Contact Sherilyn if you would be willing to fill any of the following volunteer needs for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day worship.
Greeters, Ushers, and Nursery workers for the 3pm, 5pm, and 11pm Christmas Eve services.
Greeters, Ushers, Nursery workers, and Communion Servers for the 10am Christmas Day service.
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