Lent at Beresford Zion
Lent arrives early this year with Ash Wednesday on Valentine's Day, February 14. We invite you to join us for Lenten Sunday and Wednesday services until Easter Week, March 24-31.
SUNDAYS - Join us each Sunday in Lent as we walk with Jesus towards Easter Week and the story of Christ's resurrection.
WEDNESDAYS - Join us each Wednesday at 6 pm for a Soup and Sandwich supper followed by a short lenten service at 6:30 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together in fellowship and take time out of our busy weeks to reflect upon the journey of Jesus.
- Lenten Wednesday Schedule: Feb 14, 21, & 28. Mar 6,13, & 20.
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ROAST BEEF DINNER
Our Annual Roast Beef dinner will be on Sunday, April 14th. Save the date for our biggest community event of the year. More details will be coming out in the coming weeks, with lots of opportunities for everyone to help.
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EASTER WEEK At Beresford Zion UMC
- Palm Sunday - March 24 at 9:30 AM
- Maunday Thursday - March 28 at 6:30 PM
- Good Friday - March 29 at 6:30 PM
- Youth-Led Easter Sonrise - March 31 at 8 AM
- Easter Breakfast - 8:45 AM to 9:15 AM
- Traditional Easter Service - March 23 at 9:30 AM
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Visitation Ministry Team - We are currently putting together a team of people who have been visiting folks already or are interested in visiting folks from our congregation who are unable to make it to church or in care facilities. The goal of this group is to coordinate our visits better and help those with interest to learn best practices in providing a ministry of presence and care. Contact Pastor John if you are interested in learning more. |
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Lay Ministry Team - We are also looking for people interested in ministry programs and events at Beresford Zion. This group would help plan, coordinate, and/or lead ministry events, such as our Roast Beef Dinner, as well as new events and opportunities that you could help identify. This is an opportunity to impact our community as well as to learn and grow in your own faith and gifting. |
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Join us for our monthly church bible study based on The Story bible. The Story is an abridged version of the NIV bible intended to help those interested in hearing the continuing story of God and God's people.
On the first Sunday of each month, we will gather in the Sanctuary at 10:45 AM to watch a video and answer questions about our reading.
To participate, pick up a copy of The Story Bible at church, or if you prefer to read from your bible, check out this newsletter each month for the corresponding readings.
Fifth Session - Sunday, Feb 4
- The Story chapters 10-12
- Selections from your Bible - 1 Samuel 1-4, 8-13, 15-18, 24, 31, 2 Samuel 6, 22; 1 Chronicles 17, Psalm 59, 2 Samuel 11-12, 18-19; 1 Chronicles 22, 29; Psalms 23, 32, 51
Sixth Session - Sunday, Mar 3
- The Story chapters 13-15
- Selections from your Bible - 1 Kings 1-8, 10-11, 2 Chronicles 5-7; Proverbs 1-3, 6, 20-21; 1 Kings 12-19; 2 Kings 2, 4, 6; Hosea 4-5, 8-9, 14, Amos 1, 3-5, 9
This is a part of our Intro to Discipleship Program that takes place each Sunday after worship and also includes Methodist history and Doctrine, Good Questions, and time in fellowship.
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Choir practice on Sundays at 5 p.m. in the choir room. All are invited to join us for a time of fellowship and music as we prepare for another great year of musical ministry. |
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Lighthouse book study, join us each Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the fellowship room as we continue our study of forgiveness. See Janet or Pastor John for more information. |
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Coffee Time - Join us on the Second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. for coffee fellowship and short devotion at Cream and Suger, hosted by Randy and Pastor John. A fresh expression of faith. |
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United Methodist Men's Breakfast - The UMM will meet on Sunday, February 11, at 7:30 AM for a time of food and fellowship.
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Faith IN Action Diaper Drive - We have recently begun working with Faith IN Action to find more ways to serve our community. This month, they have asked if we can help by bringing in Diapers as they have begun to run low. Diapers can be dropped off on Sunday mornings or by contacting Pastor John. We are excited about this opportunity to support this ministry better and look forward to sharing other exciting ways we will be seeking to help in the coming weeks. |
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Our Second Sunday Potluck will return on March 10th. We are skipping February due to it being on Superbowl Sunday. |
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SUNDAY SCHOOL Sundays after our 9:30 AM worship service. This year, we are excited to introduce a hybrid model allowing for more lessons, interaction, cooperation, and fun. |
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THE GOOD NEWS CLUB is an opportunity for kiddos Jr.K-5th grade taking place in the Beresford Elementary Library on Mondays after school from 3:30 – 4:30 each week through April, except when Beresford does not have school.
Each week an exciting Bible lesson will be presented and will include meaningful songs, life-changing Scripture memory, an inspiring mission story, and creative learning activities focused on the lesson’s theme.
In other to attend, kiddos MUST have a registration filled out by their parents and turned in. Forms are available at the Welcome desk and can be turned in to Linda or Charles Glanzer.
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YOUTH GROUP We meet each Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, and all middle and high school youth are invited to attend for food, games, Jesus, and fun. Note that during Lent, we will meet at 6 pm for a soup and sandwich supper, followed by worship and youth group beginning at 6:30 pm.
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CONFIRMATION AT BZUMC begins with attending our Intro to Discipleship class each week. It involves going through the four main units of that class in person on Sunday or with take-home work and additional expectations of service, sermon notes, worship assistants, and talking to the pastor before being confirmed. |
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We are excited to be taking middle and high school students to Kenosha, Wisconsin for the Week of Hope, a community service mission trip. July 21-27, 2024. Cost: $50 non-refundable deposit and then we will fundraise for the remaining amount. See John for more information. |
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Youth Group Meals - Each Wednesday at 6:30, our youth gather for a meal before youth group. This is a fantastic opportunity to help feed this growing group of 15-20 people. Sign up in the church entryway and make a positive impact on our ministry.
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February Mission Focus - This month, we are supporting our internal mission programs. Shoes for Kids, Children's and Youth mission projects, as well as developing new opportunities to help our congregation make a difference in the lives of our neighbors.
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WORSHIP: Join us for worship at 9:30 AM. Our service combines traditional and contemporary music and style with communion on the first Sunday of the month.
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP: Each week, we join together following worship in the Fellowship Hall to visit, share a light snack, and connect with old and new friends.
SUNDAY SCHOOL, INTRO TO DISCIPLESHIP, and CONFIRMATION. Join us each week after worship as we connect with one another and grow in our faith.
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You are invited to worship on Sunday at 9:30 AM
in a variety of ways!
- You can come to worship in the sanctuary!
- Watch our Livestream on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bzumchurch
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Watch our videos on our Youtube channel Beresford Zion UMC.
- If you would like communion, please let Pastor John know so arrangements can be made.
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FELLOWSHIP HOSTS
The fellowship time following our worship service is an excellent opportunity to connect visitors with members of our congregation, as well as with each other. We need volunteers to start the coffee pot and serve a light snack for this relationship-building ministry. If you are able to help, please sign up in the church entryway or email Pastor John at bzionumc@gmail.com
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BE AN USHER or GREETER
We need more ushers and greeters for our Sunday morning worship! Please sign up in the church entryway or email Pastor John to serve in any or all of these important missions!
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PRAYER TEAM
BZUMC is a praying church. That’s not just something we say; it’s who we are and what we do because we believe God listens and responds to our prayers! Please join us on Saturday mornings at 7:30 to pray for our church family, community, and the world. We also have coffee and doughnuts! If you have a prayer request, please get in touch with Pastor John or Jerry Hill or leave a note in the offering plate or in one of the prayer request boxes (in the entry or outside by the bell tower).
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THE GOSPEL THIMBLE WORKERS
The Gospel Thimble Workers continue their mission of providing quilts for Missions, our graduating seniors, and baptism celebrations. Vist with MaryAnn Westberg or Renee Schultz to find out when they are meeting, normally once or twice a month, Mondays at 1 PM.
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Connect with Avis: Avis has recently moved into the Canton Good Sam. If you would like her contact information, you can see the paper newsletter, find it at church, or ask Pastor John. She would LOVE to hear from you. |
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Connect with Pastor Penny: Pastor Penny has had a challenging few months, and we have heard from many who would like to send her a letter. She would be delighted to receive messages from anyone who wishes to contact her at this address:
Pastor Penny Ritter
Mapleton Community Home
301 Troendie Street SW
Mapleton MN 56065
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NEWSLETTER DEADLINE
The deadline for articles to be in the newsletter is the 3rd Friday of the month. You may submit them anytime before that date via email to kshill1944@gmail.com or give them to Kathy Hill. Thank you!
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HOSPITALIZATIONS
If you know of someone in the hospital or is scheduled for a hospital stay, please let Pastor John know at bzionumc@gmail.com or call the church phone at (605) 763-2861
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PRAYER CHAIN
If you want to start the Prayer Chain, please contact Kathy Hill, 929-3016 or Delores Carlson, 763-5164. If you have had an email or phone number change or if you would like to be removed from the list, please contact Kathy Hill.
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ONLINE GIVING OPTION
If you would like to do your giving online, please sign up for Vanco E-giving. You can download the free app (GivePlus+) and sign up there, go to our church website (www.beresfordzionumc.org) and click on the “Vanco” icon, or go to our Facebook page and click the donate button. You can give online, on your phone, and even set up recurring gifts, so you don’t have to worry about your giving when you are gone! It takes less than 10 minutes to sign up, and it is such a blessing to the church!
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WEBSITE
Check out our new website. Our website address remains unchanged at www.beresfordzionumc.org, but the update comes with a better cell phone interface, new information, and new ways to connect with the ministry of Beresford Zion.
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47106 298th St. Beresford, SD 57004
Office Phone - (605) 763-2861
Email us at
or check out our website at
Extending Christ's Mission Through Open Hearts, Minds, and Doors.
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