2011 Hay Ride at Simmon's Farm - Part 1
Zion's 2011 Hay Ride at Simmon's Farm.
All the details that were listed with this gallery disappeared in a software upgrade, but at least we still have the photos.
TOP TEN Ways to Spend TIME with Jesus
TOP TEN Ways to Spend TIME with Jesus, the Lover of Our Souls, at Zion!
10. FELLOWSHIP EVENTS--- check bulletin and website
9. SERVANT OPPORTUNITIES (VBS, Choir, SS, etc.)---check bulletin and website
8. YOUTH MINISTRY---check bulletin and website
7. WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY--- Tuesdays at 7:30-8:45 PM
6. MEN'S BREAKFAST AND BIBLE STUDY- Saturdays at 8-9 AM
5. ADULT BIBLE STUDY and CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL every Sunday at 9:15 AM
4. 2.10.66---2 days, 10 hours, 66 Books of the Bible---TBA
3. READ THE BIBLE IN A YEAR---check website for daily readings
2. PRAYER AND PREACHING SERVICE every Wednesday evening at 7 PM
1. WORSHIP SERVICE every Sunday at 8 AM and 10:30 AM
Mark Jasa WAS here!
MARK JASA was here! – April 30, 2016
Mark Jasa, Pastor and Evangelist from southern California, brought the Son and sun with him to Zion on April 30. Over 20 church members discovered that evangelism and outreach Mark's way is neither scary nor difficult.
Here are his 3 tools for sharing the Good News:
1. GUILT and DEATH are universal problems.
2. There are only 2 religions: FREE (Jesus) and NOT FREE (all others).
3. The Gospel is SIMPLE...Jesus died for all your sins. You are forgiven.
“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" - John 1:29
Road Trip to Meet the New Vicar
ROAD TRIP TO MEET THE NEW VICAR! -- April 26, 2016
A team of seven Zion members departed in the early morning to brave the rain en route to St. Louis, Missouri in time to attend the 3 PM Vicarage Assignment Ceremony at the Concordia Seminary Chapel. Representing all God’s people at Zion, the entourage included Pastor McLellan, Bill Bishop, John and Katie Gielarowski, Mike and Linda Kroeger, and Kenny Wuerthele.
The group eagerly awaited the announcement and then at the close of the ceremony made their way to the narthex where they surprised our Vicar-to-be, JOSHUA ULM. Humbled by the great effort made to greet him and his family, Joshua expressed his gratitude and eagerness to start his vicarage at Zion! Joshua and his wife Mary, a music education major, have a 20-month-old daughter Hannah and a son named Joseph due in mid-June. With family in both the Detroit area (hers) and Akron area (his), living in Pittsburgh will be a family-friendly assignment!
Following a Pastor-guided tour of the campus, the group happily hosted Joshua, Mary and Hannah at The Cheshire Inn for dinner. A box of Sarris Chocolates and a gift certificate to Burgh’s Pizza & Wing Pub were presented as a welcome and early preview of Pittsburgh. Wonderful conversation ensued confirming that all three will be delightful additions to the Zion family!
Please pray for the safe arrival of baby Joseph, the successful completion of this semester’s coursework for Joshua, and the family’s smooth transition and relocation from St. Louis to Bridgeville.
Vicar arrival date TBA!
FIGHT BACK WITH JOY Women's Bible Study – Spring 2016
FIGHT BACK WITH JOY Women's Bible Study – Spring 2016
This 7-week study by author and cancer survivor Margaret Feinberg meets on TUESDAY nights from 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. through May. If you only attend one evening, you will be changed for the better! COME and see what Scripture says about the JOY that emanates from the abiding sense of God's fierce love for us!
To sign up or for more Bible study info…
Alissa McLellan
January 2016: Sunday School Lesson - Rebekah
SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON- Rebekah
January 2016
The story of Rebekah included a sweet message for our preschool through 5th grade children. Abraham wanted a kind, godly wife for his son Isaac, so he sent his servant back to his hometown. When Rebekah offered to give water to the servant and all his thirsty camels, her hospitality set her apart. Let’s be kind to one another!
Children, youth and adult Sunday School classes begin at 9:15 am Sunday mornings. See you there!
For more Sunday School info…
Katie Gielarowski
winechick123@gmail.com
November 2015: Sunday School Lesson - Elijah
SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON- Elijah
November 2015
Preschool through 5th grade children all learned the story of Elijah the Prophet, who hid in a cave on a mountain to avoid being killed by the king. While waiting for God to speak to him, Elijah discovered the meaning of Psalm 46:10: “BE STILL and know that I am God.”
Take time from your busy lives to BE STILL and listen to God!
Children, youth and adult Sunday School classes begin at 9:15 am Sunday mornings.
For more Sunday School info…
Katie Gielarowski
winechick123@gmail.com
December 20, 2015: Christmas Party
CHRISTMAS PARTY
December 20, 2015
Happily devouring donuts prior to bringing their “A” game to the business ofcrafting, the preschool through 5th grade children enjoyed creating a sock baby Jesus (preschool), a craft stick stable and handprint angel (grades K-2) and a nativity in a bottle (grades 3-5). JOY to the World! (Click the left or right arrow to advance the slide show).
For more Sunday School info…
Katie Gielarowski
winechick123@gmail.com
January 16, 2016: Art Show
ART SHOW
January 16, 2016
Wine, hors d’oeuvres, brisk piano music, and lively conversation set a great stage for the viewing and enjoyment of 45 pieces of artwork contributed by 14 Zion Members. The first premier showing of art by church members included photography, jewelry, metalwork, and paintings in various mediums. We are grateful for the talents and abilities God bestows! Viva La Art! (Click the left or right arrow for more photos).
For more art show info…
Barb Fisher
fisher396@comcast.net
December 17, 2015: Christmas Toy Drive
CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE
December 17, 2015
Love to shop? Love kids? Love to sort and organize? Zion folks and friends shop for and donate gifts for children in the community whose parents need assistance. Once collected, the gifts are then sorted at an area church. It’s all good fun for a good cause!
For more info…
Barb Oechslein
boechslein@hotmail.com
December 16, 2015: Advent Dinner
ADVENT MEAL
December 16, 2015
Prior to the four Wednesday Advent services leading up to Christmas, Zion members and guests were treated to a delicious meal provided by various groups in the church. Pictured is the “barbecue showdown” ….winner: the diners!
Join us in 2016 for Advent dinners and services as we once again gather together to anticipate and celebrate the coming of the Savior of us all!
For more info…
Pastor McLellan
pastor@zlcb.org
December 13, 2015: Christmas Caroling
CHRISTMAS CAROLING
December 13, 2015
Each year several small volunteer groups of revelers from Zion visit with other Zion members who are no longer able to worship with us due to age or health issues. So we go to them and visit briefly and sing together. This year Doug and his accordion accompanied one group! It is time well spent, friends! O, come let us adore Him together! (Click on the left or right arrow for additional photos)
To volunteer or for more caroling info…
Carrie Lemonovich
carrielw33@hotmail.com
December 13, 2015: Christmas Program
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
December 13, 2015
Each year the Sunday School children share the Christmas message with the congregation and guests either as part of a standard worship service or as a separate program. Be sure to look for this information in the fall and make plans to attend and encourage these young disciples in Christ!
For more Sunday School info…
Katie Gielarowski
winechick123@gmail.com
November 29, 2015: Fall Clean-up
FALL CLEAN-UP
November 29, 2015
Mission accomplished! They came; they raked; they got the job done! Boy Scouts who meet at Zion joined forces with church members to rake leaves, trim shrubs, and tidy the yard. Powered by a pizza lunch provided by the church, the enthusiastic crew would agree: many hands make light work!
You are invited to join us for the NEXT CHURCH WORKDAY…Saturday, April 16 at 9 am. Duties include laying mulch!
For more trustee info…
John Lemonovich
lemonoje@gmail.com
October 17, 2015: Pig Roast
PIG ROAST
October 17, 2015
It was an exceptionally cold, blustery October day, but Zion members/families and their guests braved the elements throughout the evening to dine on catered roast pig with all the fixin’s! Hot popcorn and toasted s’mores from the church ladies, a roaring pit fire with a musical troubadour, and an after-dark outside screening of The Little Rascals movie made for a fun, autumn outing for all. More autumn fun to come in 2016!
For more fellowship info…
Tracey Harris, Events Committee Chair
tharrissyd@comcast.net
September 9, 2015: Women's Bible Study
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
September 9, 2015
Ladies of all ages gather throughout the year for a variety of Bible Study offerings. Guests and visitors are always welcome! Recent past studies include Ruth: Loss, Love & Legacy by Kelly Minter, Galatians: Experiencing the Grace of Christ by John Stott, Why Do You Believe That? A Faith Conversation by Mary Jo Scarp, What Love Is…1, 2 & 3 John by Kelly Minter (group pictured), and Chase: Chasing After the Heart of God by Jennie Allen.
You are joyfully invited to JOIN US for the NEXT 6-week study: Fight Back With Joy by Margaret Feinberg! Celebrate more. Regret less!
Beginning April 19, the ladies will meet from 7:30-8:45 PM on Tuesday night in the fellowship room.
To sign up or for more Bible study info…
Alissa McLellan
Spring 2016: Invitation to Sunday School
INVITATION TO SUNDAY SCHOOL
Spring 2016
Storytelling, art, music, science, games, cooking.... Bible lessons have never been so FUN! Children aged 3 years through 5th grade (pictured), as well as middle and high school students (a separate youth curriculum) are ALWAYS WELCOME to attend Sunday School at any time throughout the school year. Come hear the GOOD NEWS that JESUS LOVES YOU!