Zion Announcements
July 21, 2019
Brunch at Zion
Our annual Brunch at Zion will be Sunday, July 28, from 9:30-10:15. The brunch is a time in between annual meetings for us to share a meal and discuss some of the many things God is up to here at Zion. We hope you will join us!
VBS
The theme of this year’s Vacation Bible School is “To Mars and Beyond...” VBS is scheduled the week of Monday, July 29 through Friday, August 2nd from 9:00 a.m. until 12 noon. Invite your friends, neighbors, and grandchildren who are entering kindergarten through those exiting fifth grade. During the week, we will explore "going beyond" with faith, boldness, kindness, thankfulness, and hope.
New Member Sunday
New member Sunday will take place Sunday, August 4. During worship we will recognize new members. We hope you can plan to stay after worship and welcome new members during coffee hour fellowship, which will be held in their honor.
River Fellowship Outing
Join us for a fun and relaxing ride down the Manistee River on Saturday, August 10. Participants 10 years old or more will have the choice of tubing or riding a 6-person raft. Children 5-10 years old are welcome to participate on the rafts. Please let us know you’ll be there by calling the church or signing up on the bulletin board by July 21, so we can reserve the tubes and rafts. Cost will be $15.00 per person and will be collected at the church office. If you are interested in participating, but prefer a different watercraft, call or email Val for information. Payments are due by Friday, August 9. If it rains, we have reserved the following Saturday as a rain date. We hope you will be able to enjoy the afternoon with us!
Fellowship Idea Survey
The Fellowship Committee would like you to complete a quick survey to let them know what kind of activities you would most like to see offered. Surveys and the box for completed forms can be found on the table outside the sanctuary. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
New Shoes Needed for Foster Closet
The Back to School is Cool at the Foster Closet is back! If you are able to help kinship families prepare for back to school, please select one of the tags on the board placed in the narthex and purchase a new pair of shoes in the size and style noted. The shoes will be included in a gift bag of back to school supplies tailored to each child. Tags will be available beginning Sunday July 21 and shoes must be returned by Sunday August 4. Contact Lindsey Torkko with questions or to volunteer. Thank you.
July Noisy Offering & Food Pantry Drive
Next Sunday is our Noisy Offering Sunday in support of our blessing bag ministry. Also, in support of that ministry, this month we are collecting personal care items that can be used to help out families in need. There are items on the table outside of the sanctuary to give you an idea of what types of items we are accepting. We will also be collecting food items for the food pantry next Sunday, as well.
Pick up your latest statement
Please help us save postage by picking up your giving statement for the second quarter of 2019 before you leave today. The box is on the table outside the Sanctuary. We would also sincerely appreciate it if everyone would take a minute to check over their statement, and call the church office as soon as possible if you feel there is a discrepancy. It is much easier to correct errors now rather than waiting until the year-end statement.
Large Print Bulletins
Large print bulletins are available on the table outside the sanctuary. Look for the red three-ring binder.
Calling All Musicians!
Our new pianist, Nailya C, will be coordinating special music provided by both members and community musicians. If you sing or play an instrument, Nailya would love to work with you to find music, practice, accompany you, or find other ways to support you in providing special music on Sunday at Zion.
Nailya prefers to connect in person or by email: nailyaced@gmail.com. Thanks in advance for enhancing worship through your musical gifts.
The Evangelism Committee would like you to know of particular items in need for Zion’s Food Pantry:
Canned fruits (Pineapple is most requested.)
Canned vegetables
Soups - tomato, chicken noodle, cream of chicken, cream of mushroom
Beans - kidney and pork & beans
Boxed meals - macaroni and cheese, potatoes, Hamburger Helper
Also, we appreciate your donation of cloth or plastic bags to help the recipients carry their food home. Thank you for your generosity!
Prayer Chain and Prayer Requests
Zion’s prayer chain is happy to pray for requests that you have throughout the week. To request prayer, contact Linda C or the church office at 775-9821. To join the prayer chain, contact Linda or choose it on your Time and Talent sheet for 2019.
Weekly Prayer List
You can receive Zion’s Weekly Prayer List by email. Those requesting the Prayer List by email will receive it on Friday afternoon each week. If you are interested, let Val know by calling the church office or email her at vhansonzion@gmail.com.
July 21, 2019
Brunch at Zion
Our annual Brunch at Zion will be Sunday, July 28, from 9:30-10:15. The brunch is a time in between annual meetings for us to share a meal and discuss some of the many things God is up to here at Zion. We hope you will join us!
VBS
The theme of this year’s Vacation Bible School is “To Mars and Beyond...” VBS is scheduled the week of Monday, July 29 through Friday, August 2nd from 9:00 a.m. until 12 noon. Invite your friends, neighbors, and grandchildren who are entering kindergarten through those exiting fifth grade. During the week, we will explore "going beyond" with faith, boldness, kindness, thankfulness, and hope.
New Member Sunday
New member Sunday will take place Sunday, August 4. During worship we will recognize new members. We hope you can plan to stay after worship and welcome new members during coffee hour fellowship, which will be held in their honor.
River Fellowship Outing
Join us for a fun and relaxing ride down the Manistee River on Saturday, August 10. Participants 10 years old or more will have the choice of tubing or riding a 6-person raft. Children 5-10 years old are welcome to participate on the rafts. Please let us know you’ll be there by calling the church or signing up on the bulletin board by July 21, so we can reserve the tubes and rafts. Cost will be $15.00 per person and will be collected at the church office. If you are interested in participating, but prefer a different watercraft, call or email Val for information. Payments are due by Friday, August 9. If it rains, we have reserved the following Saturday as a rain date. We hope you will be able to enjoy the afternoon with us!
Fellowship Idea Survey
The Fellowship Committee would like you to complete a quick survey to let them know what kind of activities you would most like to see offered. Surveys and the box for completed forms can be found on the table outside the sanctuary. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
New Shoes Needed for Foster Closet
The Back to School is Cool at the Foster Closet is back! If you are able to help kinship families prepare for back to school, please select one of the tags on the board placed in the narthex and purchase a new pair of shoes in the size and style noted. The shoes will be included in a gift bag of back to school supplies tailored to each child. Tags will be available beginning Sunday July 21 and shoes must be returned by Sunday August 4. Contact Lindsey Torkko with questions or to volunteer. Thank you.
July Noisy Offering & Food Pantry Drive
Next Sunday is our Noisy Offering Sunday in support of our blessing bag ministry. Also, in support of that ministry, this month we are collecting personal care items that can be used to help out families in need. There are items on the table outside of the sanctuary to give you an idea of what types of items we are accepting. We will also be collecting food items for the food pantry next Sunday, as well.
Pick up your latest statement
Please help us save postage by picking up your giving statement for the second quarter of 2019 before you leave today. The box is on the table outside the Sanctuary. We would also sincerely appreciate it if everyone would take a minute to check over their statement, and call the church office as soon as possible if you feel there is a discrepancy. It is much easier to correct errors now rather than waiting until the year-end statement.
Large Print Bulletins
Large print bulletins are available on the table outside the sanctuary. Look for the red three-ring binder.
Calling All Musicians!
Our new pianist, Nailya C, will be coordinating special music provided by both members and community musicians. If you sing or play an instrument, Nailya would love to work with you to find music, practice, accompany you, or find other ways to support you in providing special music on Sunday at Zion.
Nailya prefers to connect in person or by email: nailyaced@gmail.com. Thanks in advance for enhancing worship through your musical gifts.
The Evangelism Committee would like you to know of particular items in need for Zion’s Food Pantry:
Canned fruits (Pineapple is most requested.)
Canned vegetables
Soups - tomato, chicken noodle, cream of chicken, cream of mushroom
Beans - kidney and pork & beans
Boxed meals - macaroni and cheese, potatoes, Hamburger Helper
Also, we appreciate your donation of cloth or plastic bags to help the recipients carry their food home. Thank you for your generosity!
Prayer Chain and Prayer Requests
Zion’s prayer chain is happy to pray for requests that you have throughout the week. To request prayer, contact Linda C or the church office at 775-9821. To join the prayer chain, contact Linda or choose it on your Time and Talent sheet for 2019.
Weekly Prayer List
You can receive Zion’s Weekly Prayer List by email. Those requesting the Prayer List by email will receive it on Friday afternoon each week. If you are interested, let Val know by calling the church office or email her at vhansonzion@gmail.com.