Youth Group: Escape The Rooms

Zion’s Youth Group will be visiting “Escape The Room” on May 18th.
But in order to make this happen, we need people to sign up in advance using Sign-Up Genius.
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We will meet at Escape The Room (1505 E. Carson St., 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15203) where we will play the escape room, eat dinner, and have a Bible study. Our youth group funds will cover most of the cost, but anyone who wants to participate will need to pay $20 to cover the rest. Parents are also welcome to play!

About the Escape Rooms…
”The Dig” is a multi-layered game with hidden twists and unexpected turns. With every clue you solve and every secret you reveal, you peel back another layer of the story. Can you solve the mystery and escape?

“The Agency” — You’ve been selected for a top-secret mission. After gathering together you get your top secret assignment. You must complete this mission in one hour or you are relieved of duty. Believe us when we say no international man of mystery wants to be relieved of duty.

Date: Sunday May 18, 2025
Time: 5:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. EDT
Cost: $20
Location:1505 E. Carson St., 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Created by:  Zion’s Deaconess, Joanna Lee

Altar Flower & Eternal Light Sponsorships for 2025

2025 Altar Flower & Eternal Light Sponsorships are still available for certain dates in the back of the sanctuary! Members may sponsor in memory of a loved one, in honor of a special person in their lives, or in celebration of a joyous occasion. 

Easter Breakfast Photos

The annual Zion Easter Breakfast, hosted by the Events Committee, continues to delight each year! This year's feast included a number of Egg Bake varieties (including Vegetable, Bacon, Sausage, and Cheese combos, as well as Gluten-Free Bakes and a yummy new addition...French Toast Bakes!). Rounding out the menu: French Toast Sticks, Fresh Fruit Salads, and homemade Cinnamon Rolls, Scones, and Coffee Cake with  juice and coffee. All are welcome each year to share in this celebration of the Resurrection of Our Savior Jesus Christ! 

Lovely fresh flowers and table crosses proclaim: "He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!"

No Service Wednesday, April 23rd

There will be no 2:00 p.m. Worship Service on Wednesday April 23, 2025
Our normal Midweek Worship service schedule will resume on Wednesday April 30th with the 2:00 p.m. service of prayer & preaching, follow by Bible Study at 2:30 p.m.

Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed. Hallelujah! 

Thank You! ... from Zion’s own Charles Wallace

Katrina and Church before his vicarage interview

Your generosity is not just a gift – it is a testament to the impact one person’s compassion can have on another’s journey. For that, I am deeply grateful

Chuck Wallace is now a Second-year Seminarian at Concordia St. Louis 
My journey to the seminary is one that could take hours to fully explain, filled with twists, challenges, and moments of deep discernment. But one thing is certain—it is a journey that has not been traveled alone. You have been a part of it. 

The rising cost of higher education made obtaining my undergraduate de-gree a significant financial challenge. While I have made it this far by the grace of God, the weight of that burden is still very real. That is why your generosity has meant so much. It has not only helped ease that financial strain, but it has also reaffirmed my calling and given me the opportunity to continue pursuing this path. Without you, I would not be here today. Your kind support has been a tangible expression of God’s provision in my life, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. My hope is that one day, I will be able to extend the same generosity to others that you have shown to me. 

The impact of your kindness is a reminder that God provides through His people and that no one walks this path alone. Thank you for believing in me, for investing in my calling, and for being a part of the work God is doing in my life. 

Next Up: Vicarage – On April 30th, I will receive my vicarage placement! Although this is a time of uncertainty for Katrina and me, as we do not yet know where we will be, we are nonetheless excited to see where God will place us to serve His Kingdom. Be on the lookout for my next newsletter in early May, where I will share our placement and the journey ahead! 

Charles “Chuck” Wallace
801 Seminary Place, Clayton, MO 63105 
wallacec@csl.edu

President’s Perspective

It’s time for our first Voter's Informational Meeting of 2025! We will meet on: 
Sunday, April 27, at 9:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall (between the 8:00 and 10:30 services) 

The focus of this meeting will be to share updates on first-quarter activities and discuss what’s ahead for Zion. 

We’ve scheduled the meeting at this time to encourage member participation from both services, providing an opportunity for everyone to come together in fellowship. As I mentioned before, we encourage each of you to stay involved, share your ideas, and actively participate in the life of the church. Your unique gifts and perspectives are invaluable, and together, we can continue to make Zion a place where faith is nurtured, love is shared, and our community is strengthened. 

We hope you’ll join us to stay informed and engaged in the life of our congregation. See you there! 
In Christ, 
Bob Schmidt — Congregational President 

Easter Sunday Music from the Choir’s and Quartet

Adult Choir: Sing, Joyous Christians (8:00 am) 
Quartet: Sing, Joyous Christians (10:30 am) 
Adult Choir: The Festal Day is Here (8 am) 
Quartet: The Festal Day is Here (10:30 am) 
Faith Bell Choir: The Strife is O’er (8:00 am) 
Grace Bell Choir: Easter Bells (10:30 am)