The mustard seed becomes a great shrub that shelters the birds, recalling ancient images of the tree of life. We’d expect a cedar or a sequoia, but Jesus finds the power of God better imaged in a tiny, no-account seed. It’s not the way we expect divine activity to look. Yet the tree of life is here, in the cross around which we gather, the tree into which we are grafted through baptism, the true vine that nourishes us with its fruit in the cup we share. It may not appear all that impressive, but while nobody’s looking it grows with a power beyond our understanding.
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Summer Worship Schedule
Sunday
- 9am indoors (it is no longer necessary to RSVP for indoor worship)
- 10am online
- 10:30am outdoor / drive-in
Monday
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Just Love Part 2: Just L.I.F.E
Women's ministry will host the first session of this summer's Bible study series at Zion on Tuesday, June 15, at 1:30pm. Discussion will be led by retired pastor, Roger Johnson.
“Just Wisdom,” delves into how God can open our hearts and minds to a spiritual understanding that is not bound by our human comprehension. Just Wisdom comes to us through reverence for our awesome God. Our key verse for the first session informs us: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:10). Together we will consider our faithful response to Wisdom’s invitation.
When the weather cooperates, we will be outdoors so bring your lawn chair, a Bible, a beverage if you choose, and come to enjoy some discussion with Zion friends. If the weather doesn't cooperate, we will meet in Trinity Hall.
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High School Movie Night
Current 8th-12th graders are invited to an Outdoor Movie Night at Zion on Wednesday, June 16. We'll gather at 8:30pm for an ice cream social to welcome graduating 8th graders, and then at 9pm will begin a screening of the 2010 movie Grown Ups. Snacks and treats will be provided, but please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.
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Prayer Requests
Gino Pahl, Pete Weis, Pastor Heidi Hagstrom, Carol Nusbaum, Barb Warner, Glen Shaw, Jeanne Griswold, Dawn Schmidt, Joyce Tokkesdal, Suzie Alsen, Laura Lindquist, Jeanne Krause, Megan Euerle, Dennis Jancik, Sharon Schmidt, Mary Danielson.
The family and friends of Clark Swenson upon his death (service details are TBA).
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Home Visits
For those who have limited mobility or are homebound and are comfortable with a pastoral visit, Pastor Dave is fully vaccinated and available to visit with Holy Communion. Contact him to arrange a time.
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Women's Ministry Calendar Pages
Expansion packs for the Women's Ministry Art Calendar, covering June to September, are available now at the round desk in the narthex.
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Renewing Our House Update
Carpeting is underway, tile is expected to begin next week, painting continues, upholstery is delayed.
The pews will be re-installed with the old green seats starting on Tuesday, June 15 at 7pm. Volunteers are needed! Find all dates and sign up on the SERVE 2021 page.
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Volunteer Mailing Crew
The next Newsletter Crew will be Tuesday, June 29, 10-11am, in the lobby/narthex outside of Fellowship Hall where the round tables are set up. This team tapes and labels the newsletter ready for mailing. New volunteers are always welcome. Contact Laurie in the office with questions.
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Daily Devotional Books
The new issue of the quarterly devotional "Christ In Our Home" for July, August, and September is now available. During COVID, we automatically sent out copies to a list of members/friends of Zion. Now that the church building is fully open, we hope to save some postage by asking people to please pick up their copy at the information desk if at all possible. If you or a loved one still need a copy mailed, call the church office or contact Pastor Dave.
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Online Connect Card
If you have questions, prayer requests, a new mailing address, etc., please fill out the online pew card.
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