Dear Zion Family,

Thank you! Thank you for making this past weekend especially memorable. We had more people in worship on Sunday morning than we've had on a non-celebration (baptism, confirmation) Sunday in quite a long time. Praise God!

We had a wonderful discussion after worship about our denomination's perspectives on abortion. While we didn't all agree, we accomplished a great goal in that we came together, talked, and all agreed that "our church is here to help people," particularly those who are lost, forgotten, and marginalized. Praise God!

Our church IS here to help people, and I hope you'll look throughout this newsletter for Impact Updates, the most current information we have about how our time, talent, and treasure is adding up and making a real difference for our neighbors near and far.

Let's keep going, for the sake of the Gospel, because our best days are yet to come at Zion!

In Christ,
Cantor Kurt R. Schmidt
"God's Work, Our Hands" T-Shirts

It's time to re-order our yellow "God's Work, Our Hands" t-shirts that we wear at volunteer events and opportunities. We encourage all of our members and friends to have one on hand! The shirts will be personalized with Zion's name. They are only $10 each. To sign-up to purchase a shirt, contact Cantor Kurt Schmidt or sign-up at worship on Sunday mornings.

Orders must be placed by Sunday, July 31st. Payment will be due when the shirts arrive, but shirts can be paid for in advance.
Opportunities to "Just Show Up"
Faith & Film TONIGHT
"I Can Only Imagine"
Wednesday, July 13th
6:00 p.m. in Katie Luther Chapel

2018, Rated PG
The inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe's beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.

Come and enjoy fellowship and discussion! You are invited to bring anything to eat or drink – whatever you'd like to enjoy with each movie.
Impact Update: As of Monday, 134 expecting/new mothers have RSVPed for the Baby Shower, with 17 more in the pipeline. Praise God!
Third Tuesday in July

Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Noon 
Olympia Flame Diner
80 S. Federal Highway
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(Olympia Flame is located just south of Hillsboro Blvd. on the east side of Federal Highway.) 
Don't make lunch 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!
Opportunities to Serve Joyfully & Give Selflessly
This summer, ELCA World Hunger are sponsoring the Global Farm Challenge to raise funds to alleviate the pinch felt by workers and owners on small farms both in this country and abroad. All gifts are being doubled thanks to a generous match, so our collective impact will be more than $1 million!

Between now and August 14, 2022, Zion & Evergreen Academy want to raise enough money to build our own farm!

Impact Update: As of Tuesday, we have received $325 toward the church's commitment of a cow. We need (at least) $175 more to reach this goal. Stop by the church or preschool office to see which animals the preschool families have contributed this week!

For more information, visit our website. To donate, visit our online giving platform and choose "ELCA World Hunger" as the fund. Gifts of any size will help us reach our goal, and your generosity is very much appreciated!
2,000 Glue Sticks Needed for DFB Students

Zion will be participating in the annual Deerfield Beach "Back to School" Block Party on Saturday, August 6th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Oveta McKeithen Recreation Complex (formerly Westside Park) (see above). We have been asked to contribute a school supply item to fill 1,000 backpacks for students who live and attend school in Deerfield Beach.

We will have a collection bin for glue sticks in the sanctuary beginning this Sunday. As always, we welcome a cash donation if you want us to do the shopping for you! Thank you for remembering our students as the beginning of a new school year approaches.

Impact Update: As of Tuesday, we have received 250 glue sticks, with more on the way! Keep 'em coming!
Volunteer for the Block Party
Saturday, August 6th
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Oveta McKeithen Rec Complex

Zion will be there with our tent to give away the glue sticks we've collected, as well as other treats.

If you are willing to volunteer for just 3 hours on a Saturday (very short for a city event!), please speak with Cantor Kurt Schmidt.
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 10th

Don't forget to save the date for our 2nd Annual Deerfield Beach Community Fair, co-hosted by Zion and Deerfield Beach Community Cares. We will need as many Zion volunteers as we can muster and will have a variety of opportunities to serve (indoors/outdoors, physically active/physically minimal, etc.).
Notes & Reminders
  • Two 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)