Weekly News from Zion and our Ministries Under the Cross: Evergreen Academy & Nina's Place

October 11, 2023

It's not just for pastors (clergy) anymore! October is a month to recognize all the wonderful work done by those who have devoted their lives to serving God, the Church, and the community. We are so blessed to have such an exceptional team to tend to our spiritual and musical growth and development. If you happen to see our cantors or pastors, let them know how much you appreciate their dedication to God's mission and ministry at Zion!

Special Congregational Meeting: This Sunday

Immediately following worship on Sunday, we will convene a Special Congregational Meeting for the sole purpose of approving the most recent version of our Church Constitution, as authorized by the synod.

It is important that all voting (attending and contributing) members of Zion that are able plan to attend; without a quorum, we cannot legally conduct business. For those who need to join via Zoom, click here for the direct link. Otherwise, call (305) 224-1968 and enter the Meeting ID (491 005 8477) and Passcode (1958) when prompted.

Happy 90th, Lois!

Our beloved friend and sister in Christ, Lois Stuber, is turning 90 on October 21st. She has been a Zion member for 45 years and was a Kindergarten teacher at Zion's school for many of those years. Even though she is unable to attend weekly in person, she is watching our services on YouTube every Sunday and remains one of the most faithful champions of Zion's ministries!

We would love to present her with a SURPRISE basket full of birthday cards from anyone and everyone who loves her. Please send all cards to: Lois Stuber, c/o Zion Lutheran Church, 959 SE 6th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441. We need to receive all cards by Friday, October 20th, so please plan accordingly. And remember – we want this to be a surprise!

Even though she receives a printed copy of our weekly newsletter, this was not included in her copy :) Any questions, please reach out to Cantor Kurt Schmidt or Gail Schmidt. Thank you for helping us to make Lois' milestone birthday an extra special day for her!

Opportunities to "Just Show Up"

Third Tuesday in October

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Noon

Red Fox Diner

2041 NE 36th Street

Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

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!

Just a few more days to get your pre-sale ticket to this conference-wide event. Remember, all of the net proceeds will be sent to Lutheran Disaster Response to continue their important work of being on the scene and in the trenches when disaster strikes all over the country.

Broward Health is offering free mammograms to qualified participants, thanks to a grant from the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation.

Remember, mammograms are not the enemy, but a friend. Early detection is the key to the cure.

Our Confirmation students have been meeting to discuss what it means to be a Christian and how to articulate our beliefs in today's society. Part of this formation process is learning why we are "Zion Lutheran Church," and what makes being Lutheran a unique expression of Christianity.

You are invited to join them to watch the movie "Luther" and discuss the man who inspired our tradition. He wasn't well liked, he almost never kept his mouth shut, and he definitely said things that we wish we could take back on his behalf. If this sounds intriguing, plan to be there on the evening of Friday, October 27th!

Opportunities to Serve Joyfully & Give Selflessly

Sunday at 11:00 a.m. – In Person & Online

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

In Isaiah we are given a vision of the great feast to come, when God will wipe away death forever. In Jesus’ parable about a great banquet, those invited do not come, so the invitation is extended to others. In our liturgy God spreads a table before us. Even amid anxiety and hardship we rejoice in the peace of God which surpasses all understanding. With great joy we feast at the table of the Lord, and we go forth to share the wonderful invitation with others hungering and thirsting for the abundant life of God.

If you are interested in adding to our worship by ringing chimes or playing percussion instruments, you are invited to come on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. to spend a few minutes with our Cantors and learn your part. It really is that easy!

If you're looking for the weekly "Taking Faith Home," it is part of our weekly worship bulletin, which you can access through the link above.

Zion is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community, and extends God's radical welcome to all people, because we're all created in God's image.