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Join us for worship
The scripture readings for this week are marked with a note of joyful expectation. Isaiah announces that the desert shall rejoice and blossom, and Jesus points to the unexpected and transforming signs of God’s reign. We wait with patience for the coming of the Lord, even as we rejoice at his presence among us: in word, in church, and in our homes, in silent reflection and in works of justice and love. We pray that God would open our eyes and ears to the wonders of Christ’s advent among us.
This Sunday morning, December 11, guest vocalist Tracy Hagstrom Durant will begin the worship service with a solo - - and guest pianist, Pam Bertilrud, will provide additional special music. Kamarra Brunelle will lead worship and Shawn Brunelle will share her message, "Rejoice." Sunday morning worship begins at 9:00 am. For those who are unable to worship with us in person, join us during our Sunday radio worship broadcast at 9:00 am on 92.5 FM Warroad.
On Wednesday, December 14, worship will include the kids' Christmas Program as well as readings and music led by the worship band. Worship begins at 5:30 pm with refreshments to follow.
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The December 11 radio broadcast is sponsored to the glory of God by Jennifer Janson with Thrivent Financial.
If you would like to sponsor a broadcast, please call or email the church office. The cost is $85. The 2023 sign-up calendar has been posted and there are four Sundays in January still remaining to be sponsored.
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Partners in Prayer
Please pray for those on Zion's prayer list: Anthony Erickson, Kerrin Every (daughter of Karen Stoskopf), Ralland Harrison, Susan Kofstad, Jon Paul Kragness (son of David & Jan Kragness), Heidi Lien, Grant Olson, Gary Rachuy, family and friends of Richard Saurdiff, and pastoral care and worship leadership for our congregation.
Click here to continue reading our extended prayer list. If you have a name of someone you would like to add to the prayer list, please ask permission from that person first. Then, you may contact Zion’s church office (386-1733 or zlcw@mncable.net) to have the person added to the list.
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Zion Lutheran Church will host
a children’s Christmas program
on Wednesday, December 14, at 5:30 pm
during the Wednesday night worship service.
Parents are reminded to bring students to the church by 4:30 pm.
Please bring some Christmas treats to share
for a time of refreshments and fun following the program.
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Would you like to help adorn our sanctuary for Christmas?
You may order poinsettias in memory of loved ones or in celebration of significant events or anniversaries - or you could even order a poinsettia in honor of a special person who can take it home to enjoy following the Christmas services. Dedication and memorial messages will be printed in the Christmas Eve worship service folder. The cost is $8 for each poinsettia. Order forms are available in the Gathering Space at church or you may order online. The deadline to order is December 18.
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Put Good Gifts on your shopping list
When searching for gifts for those on your list this Christmas season, consider ELCA Good Gifts. Please visit the link below to choose a gift in honor of a friend or family member. There are several gift options from which to choose -- from farm animals to clean water to school supplies and more. You may take an ornament from the Good Gifts tree in the Gathering Space at Zion to give to the recipient of your gift and/or pick up a card from the table next to the tree. Click on this link to learn more about how Good Gifts works. or go directly to this section to shop.
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Let's celebrate the return of Care Packages for College Students
The Christian Ed Committee is again sponsoring care packages for Zion college students. If you would like your students to receive packages, please turn in their names and addresses by January 5 to zlcw@mncable.net. Soon after, there will be boxes placed in the church Gathering Space with a student’s name on each box. Congregation members are asked to place “care package” items inside each box. We’ll mail the packages in early February.
Each student must be a member of Zion and the name must be turned in to the church office by January 5. Please use the information form provided below as a guide in letting us know about your student. Donations to help cover the mailing fee are encouraged. Email zlcw@mncable.net with your student's name, full college address, name of parents, favorite treats or small items, food allergies and dislikes, or questions.
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Do you have an extra?
If you have a sturdy 2-wheel cart (also known as a hand truck) you'd be willing to donate to the church, please call Keith Landin at 218-242-4284.
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This week at Zion
- Thursday, December 8: 6:30 pm- Blue Christmas Service
- Sunday, December 11: 9:00 am- Worship; 10:00 am- Coffee Fellowship
- Monday, December 12: 3:00-6:00 pm- We Care set-up; 6:30 pm- Community Concerns Committee meeting
- Tuesday, December 13: 7:30 am- 12:00 pm- We Care Day
- Wednesday, December 14: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm- Banner Committee work day; 12:00 pm- Items for weekly publication due; 4:30 pm- Wednesday School; 4:30 pm- Pre-Confirmation; 5:30 pm- Worship with Christmas Program and refreshments to follow; 6:15 pm- 8th Grade Confirmation
- Thursday, December 15: 4:30 pm- Council meeting
See the monthly church calendar at a glance here.
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Stewardship
Worship Attendance:
32 Worship on Wednesday, 11/30
75 at 9:00 am on Sunday, 12/4
Offerings for week ending 12/4:
General Fund: $6,354.30
Building Fund: $835.00
Choir Music Fund: $10.00
Harvest Festival: $100.00
Amazon Smile: $33.71
Building Loan funds to raise as of 10/31: $6,300.00
As a response to hearing the Good News of the Gospel through Scripture and proclamation, a worshipping congregation collects an offering. Offerings provide funds for outreach and mission. We encourage you to support Zion’s mission by giving in any of the following ways:
- Online at https://zlcw.org/webpay/
- Automatic giving (Use the link above to set it up yourself or if you need help with getting set up, call the church office.)
- Through the Vanco Mobile app. Search "Vanco Mobile" or “Vanco Mobile Faith Engagement” in the App Store or Google Play. Once you download and open the app for the first time, search for "Zion Lutheran Church of Warroad" or "Warroad" (make sure you don't add an extra space after Warroad, or it may not find us). If you have logged into WebPay from zlcw.org or if you’ve used the retired GivePlus app, use the same username and password for Vanco Mobile.
- Drop off your offering at worship or in the drop box outside the main entrance
- Mail your donation to Zion Lutheran Church, PO Box 61, Warroad, MN 56763
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Your help is needed
We are currently in the process of expanding our Child Care Task Force at Zion, as this was one of the three top priorities identified by the Practicing Resurrection team. Current members of the task force are Deb Landin and Amanda Bengtson, but we are looking to get 2-3 more members. We think that would help the project get moving and the more people we have involved, the quicker this can get started. If you are interested or if you know of any other community members who see childcare as a growing need in the area and would like to be a part of this project, please contact Amanda at amandabengtson611@gmail.com.
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A gracious offer for Pastoral care
Synod Authorized Minister (SAM) Roxanne Goulet has graciously offered to be an emergency contact for our congregation during this time when we are without a pastor. If you are having a health crisis or would like a home or hospital visit, you can call her at 218-370-0182.
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A message from Pastor Mary
Dear beloved Zion members,
Thank you for the beautiful Arabesque wind chimes. The chimes are gentle yet rich, peaceful yet joyful. I will be reminded of you every time I hear them.
Thank you, also, for your well wishes, prayers, and gracious send-off. My last day with you was perfect as we worshipped together, ate, visited, and said our farewells.
All the details of my Florida move worked out well including the sale of my house in Roseau that closed on November 18. God has led, guided, and been faithful in every aspect of this transition.
My prayers continue to be with you as you love and serve one another and live out God's mission.
With gratefulness and love,
Pastor Mary Gilthvedt
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A fine time was had by all at the Advent Event
Julie Jones
The poinsettias in front of the church and two peace lilies are placed by the Women of Zion to celebrate the Advent season.
Special thanks to the Esther Work Group for decorating the Fellowship Hall for the Women of Zion’s Advent Event and for serving coffee and dessert. Christmas gifts were exchanged and Christmas carols were sung, accompanied by Heather Hahn. Several door prizes were enjoyed by the lucky recipients. Joyce Strand and Judy Landin served as ushers and greeters for the event.
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Stress and Crisis: Get help now.
Click on the QR code below.
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Worship services are each Sunday at 9:00 am and Wednesday at 5:30 pm. The church office is open from 10:00 to 4:00, Monday through Thursday. You may email Vicki or Deb at zlcw@mncable.net and call the church phone number at 218-386-1733.
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Zion's Church Council
Liz Hardwick, President (Personnel): 218-230-4423
Deb Lalim, Vice-President (Community Concerns): 218-689-5626
Kelly Thiele, Secretary (Cong. Care): 218-242-2631
Rick Arntzen (Stewardship): 218-242-1535
Shawn Brunelle (Christian Ed): 218-386-3644
Buck Bue (MEF): 218-386-1168
Dan DeMolee (Property): 218-386-1879
Jim Hallan (W&M): 218-386-1285
Amanda Ma (Memorials): 786-651-8800
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