For almost nine months, we have been partnering with Deerfield Beach Community Cares as one of our strongest points of connection to the needs of our neighborhood and community.

What DBCC has been able to accomplish is nothing short of a "God-thing":

$300,000 in funding in under a year?! Thanks be to God! We are fortunate to be able to offer Joel Smith, the executive director, the office space next to Cantor Kurt for the foreseeable future, and together we serve at the front lines of the needs of residents in Deerfield Beach.

The plus for us is that Joel never misses an opportunity to articulate what an essential partner Zion has been and continues to be in the success of Deerfield Beach Community Cares.

Why are we sharing all of this? Opportunities like the nutrition seminar (mentioned below) are easy ways to show up and serve the community — simply by being there. Other opportunities, like serving on the upcoming planning committee for the 2nd Annual Community [Health & Wellness] Fair involve a little more time and talent, but are literally at our doorstep.

God is calling each of us to serve and is putting obvious ways to show up and serve in our path. Will you heed the invitation and be there?

511 NE 44th Street

Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Dinner will be served.

Presented by FLIPANY and sponsored by Deerfield Beach Community Cares, this gathering will explore the connections between what we eat, when we eat, how we eat, and the impact on our overall wellness.

Register for the event by clicking here. Everyone who preregisters and brings at least 1 nonperishable item for the food pantry will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Target gift card.

2500 NE 14th Street Causeway

Pompano Beach, FL 33062

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is a global opportunity to pray for the unity of Christians. As we face new challenges and struggles today, "we know that Christ's light has not left us; it shines as brightly as ever, calling Christians everywhere to come together and follow the path of Jesus."

All those interested in worship, prayer, and fellowship around the theme of Christian unity are invited to attend with Cantor Kurt Schmidt. A reception for all in attendance will follow in the Parish Hall.

Last week, a group of Zion church members and friends packed the 200 bags of water and non-perishable food to be distributed at a shared meal hosted by HOPE South Florida. No sooner did Pastor Pery Canan (from HOPE South Florida) come to pick up the bags did he deliver them straight to a shared meal last night. To view a gratitude video from him and some of the recipients, click here.

Thank you to all of the Zion & Evergreen Community — members, families, friends, neighbors — for making this year's holiday project a success!