A Message from Bishop Pedro M. Suarez
A Statement on the Recent U.S. Shootings

Dear friends,
 
Today we mourn the loss of 21 lives, including 19 children, killed in yesterday’s shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.
 
This tragedy comes as our nation continues to grieve for those killed in the racist attack at a Buffalo, New York grocery store on May 14 and those murdered and injured in a church shooting in Laguna Woods, California on May 17.
 
Let us join our hearts in prayer and lift our voices in righteous outrage as we stand with our brothers and sisters who were impacted by these tragedies.  “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18.
 
As people of faith, we are called to pray without ceasing, but God also calls us to action. Our ELCA social policies call for us to advocate for legislation to end the cycle of gun violence in our country.
 
I encourage you to:
 
May our prayers and our actions lay the foundation for real change.

+ Bp. Pedro

The Rev. Pedro M. Suarez, Bishop
Florida-Bahamas Synod, ELCA
Opportunities to Invite, Equip, and Serve
Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 26, 2022
12:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary

All voting members are invited and encouraged to attend. A Zoom option will be available, especially for those who are homebound or not local. We will receive the annual report, approve the budget, and ratify the appointment of those willing to serve on the Congregation Council.
First Friday in June
Let's gather for food and fellowship!

Friday, June 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. 
Tijuana Flats
278 S. Federal Highway
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(The restaurant is located in the Publix plaza at the intersection of Hillsboro Blvd. and Federal Highway, next to Office Depot.)
NEW Fellowship Opportunity
(In the spirit of First Friday, but especially those who are not night owls, don't drive at night, or are retired!)

Tuesday, June 21st at Noon
Seaside Subs in Deerfield Beach
1645 SE 3rd Court
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(Seaside Subs is located in the Cove Shopping Plaza, east of Federal Highway off of Hillsboro Boulevard.)
Don't make lunch or dinner plans and come as you are! We enjoy delicious food and one another's fellowship. We each pay our own way, but everyone is invited to the table — friends, family members, and neighbors!
Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who has attended any of our first three Faith & Film offerings. The feedback has been very positive!

Faith & Film opportunities are scheduled throughout the summer on Wednesday evenings.

For the schedule, visit the Study page of our website.
Getting Ready for Hurricane Season

The time is near again for us to prepare for another hurricane season. Make an emergency plan, gather supplies, and be prepared to evacuate if you are required. For more information about planning and preparing, visit FEMA's Disaster Preparedness Website by clicking here. For a list of items to include in your emergency supplies, click here.

More importantly, if the time comes to prepare for a hurricane and YOU need assistance, please let us know in advance so that we, your Zion family, can be prepared to help. Let Robin Larson, our congregation president, know that you will need a hand. And, if you can serve on that "hands-on" team to be of help, also let Robin know. We want to ensure that all members of the body of Christ at Zion are safely cared for during emergency situations.
Notes & Reminders
  • These AA Groups meet weekly in Katie Luther Chapel: Women's AA (Mondays at 7:00 p.m.) and Old Timers AA (Saturdays at 7:00 p.m.).
  • To claim a special date for altar flowers on a Sunday morning, contact Cantor Kurt Schmidt. The cost of the arrangements is $40 and you may take the flowers home after Sunday morning worship.
Quick Links & Contact Information
Cantor Kurt R. Schmidt
954-421-3146, option 2 (Church)
954-913-2125 (Cell)