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Worship Service: 2:00 p.m. with communion
Bible Study: 2:30 p.m. - Psalm 107 with Pastor Grimenstein
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AUDIO: Readings & Sermon for Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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Bible Study: 2:30 p.m. - Psalm 107 with Pastor Grimenstein
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2 Chronicles 36:1-23 
The people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah and made him king in his father's place in Jerusalem. Jehoahaz was twenty-three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. Then the king of Egypt deposed him in Jerusalem and laid on the land a tribute of a hundred talents of silver and a talent of gold. And the king of Egypt made Eliakim his brother king over Judah and Jerusalem, and changed his name to Jehoiakim. But Neco took Jehoahaz his brother and carried him to Egypt. 

Jehoiakim was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. He did what was evil in the sight of the LORD his God. Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon and bound him in chains to take him to Babylon. Nebuchadnezzar also carried part of the vessels of the house of the LORD to Babylon and put them in his palace in Babylon. Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and the abominations that he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. 

Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned three months and ten days in Jerusalem. He did what was evil in the sight of the LORD. In the spring of the year King Nebuchadnezzar sent and brought him to Babylon, with the precious vessels of the house of the LORD, and made his brother Zedekiah king over Judah and Jerusalem. 

Zedekiah was twenty-one years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. He did what was evil in the sight of the LORD his God. He did not humble himself before Jeremiah the prophet, who spoke from the mouth of the LORD. He also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God. He stiffened his neck and hardened his heart against turning to the LORD, the God of Israel. All the officers of the priests and the people likewise were exceedingly unfaithful, following all the abominations of the nations. And they polluted the house of the LORD that he had made holy in Jerusalem. 

The LORD, the God of their fathers, sent persistently to them by his messengers, because he had compassion on his people and on his dwelling place. But they kept mocking the messengers of God, despising his words and scoffing at his prophets, until the wrath of the LORD rose against his people, until there was no remedy. 

Therefore he brought up against them the king of the Chaldeans, who killed their young men with the sword in the house of their sanctuary and had no compassion on young man or virgin, old man or aged. He gave them all into his hand. And all the vessels of the house of God, great and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king and of his princes, all these he brought to Babylon. And they burned the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem and burned all its palaces with fire and destroyed all its precious vessels. He took into exile in Babylon those who had escaped from the sword, and they became servants to him and to his sons until the establishment of the kingdom of Persia, to fulfill the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed its Sabbaths. All the days that it lay desolate it kept Sabbath, to fulfill seventy years. 

Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah might be fulfilled, the LORD stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, so that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom and also put it in writing: “Thus says Cyrus king of Persia, ‘The LORD, the God of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem, which is in Judah. Whoever is among you of all his people, may the LORD his God be with him. Let him go up.’” 

Colossians 4:1-18 
Masters, treat your bondservants justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. 

Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. 

Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. 

Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you of everything that has taken place here. 

Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), and Jesus who is called Justus. These are the only men of the circumcision among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God. For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas. Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. And say to Archippus, “See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord.” 

I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. 

The Creed 
What is the second article of the Creed?
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead. 
What does this mean?
I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord, who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death, that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity. 

This is most certainly true. 

Zion’s Youth Group for Teens

Youth Group for Teens in 8-12th grade 
Third Sunday of every month! 

Sunday, September 21st, 6-8 pm 
Mark your calendar for gaming fun, food and fellowship! 

Sunday, October 19th, 6-8 pm 
Join us for pumpkin carving and dinner! 

Bulletin: Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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Worship Service: 2:00 p.m. with communion
Bible Study: 2:30 p.m. - Psalm 107 with Pastor Grimenstein
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Focus on Fellowship

Bridge Builders Outreach Event
South Fayette Community Day on Saturday, August 23rd was the site of Zion’s first Bridge Builders outreach event. We hosted a booth and met dozens of families, gave out treats and children’s Bible story books, provided information about our church and preschool, and engaged kids with a fun game. 

Thank you to the following “Bridge Builders” who made the day a huge success: Deaconess Joanna, Jim Oelschlager, Jon & Connie Canale, Tracey Johnson, Judy Bridges, Augie Bishop, Megan and Serenity Migyanko, Tom Erbrecht, Roger Diederich, and Sharon Barley. 

Wednesday’s at Zion - Psalms Bible Study

In the Psalms God speaks to us, His people. God speaks to us about many different topics in the Psalms like: His existence, the Messiah, forgiveness, doubt, thanksgiving and many more! Join us each Wednesday for worship at 2:00 p.m. followed by a 30 min. Bible Study (starting at 2:30 p.m.) as we study a different Psalm each week for a total of 12 weeks. God truly is speaking to us, come and hear what He is saying!

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Psalm 107

1 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,
    for his steadfast love endures forever!
2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so,
    whom he has redeemed from trouble[a]
3 and gathered in from the lands,
    from the east and from the west,
    from the north and from the south.

4 Some wandered in desert wastes,
    finding no way to a city to dwell in;
5 hungry and thirsty,
    their soul fainted within them.
6 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble,
    and he delivered them from their distress.
7 He led them by a straight way
    till they reached a city to dwell in.
8 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love,
    for his wondrous works to the children of man!
9 For he satisfies the longing soul,
    and the hungry soul he fills with good things.

10 Some sat in darkness and in the shadow of death,
    prisoners in affliction and in irons,
11 for they had rebelled against the words of God,
    and spurned the counsel of the Most High.
12 So he bowed their hearts down with hard labor;
    they fell down, with none to help.
13 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble,
    and he delivered them from their distress.
14 He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death,
    and burst their bonds apart.
15 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love,
    for his wondrous works to the children of man!
16 For he shatters the doors of bronze
    and cuts in two the bars of iron.

17 Some were fools through their sinful ways,
    and because of their iniquities suffered affliction;
18 they loathed any kind of food,
    and they drew near to the gates of death.
19 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble,
    and he delivered them from their distress.
20 He sent out his word and healed them,
    and delivered them from their destruction.
21 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love,
    for his wondrous works to the children of man!
22 And let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving,
    and tell of his deeds in songs of joy!

23 Some went down to the sea in ships,
    doing business on the great waters;
24 they saw the deeds of the Lord,
    his wondrous works in the deep.
25 For he commanded and raised the stormy wind,
    which lifted up the waves of the sea.
26 They mounted up to heaven; they went down to the depths;
    their courage melted away in their evil plight;
27 they reeled and staggered like drunken men
    and were at their wits' end.[b]
28 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble,
    and he delivered them from their distress.
29 He made the storm be still,
    and the waves of the sea were hushed.
30 Then they were glad that the waters[c] were quiet,
    and he brought them to their desired haven.
31 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love,
    for his wondrous works to the children of man!
32 Let them extol him in the congregation of the people,
    and praise him in the assembly of the elders.

33 He turns rivers into a desert,
    springs of water into thirsty ground,
34 a fruitful land into a salty waste,
    because of the evil of its inhabitants.
35 He turns a desert into pools of water,
    a parched land into springs of water.
36 And there he lets the hungry dwell,
    and they establish a city to live in;
37 they sow fields and plant vineyards
    and get a fruitful yield.
38 By his blessing they multiply greatly,
    and he does not let their livestock diminish.

39 When they are diminished and brought low
    through oppression, evil, and sorrow,
40 he pours contempt on princes
    and makes them wander in trackless wastes;
41 but he raises up the needy out of affliction
    and makes their families like flocks.
42 The upright see it and are glad,
    and all wickedness shuts its mouth.

43 Whoever is wise, let him attend to these things;
    let them consider the steadfast love of the Lord.

President’s Perspective

Concordia Lutheran Ministries: A Ministry Worth Supporting! 
I want to take an opportunity to share some information about Concordia Lutheran Ministries (CLM), a valued partner in our shared mission of Christian care and compassion. Many of you may not be aware that we have four members of Zion -- Pastor, Paul Klemash, Bryan Kress, and I -- currently serving on various boards a CLM. Serving as volunteers are Barb Fisher at Concordia of the South Hills, in the Heath Center and the Memory Unit, and Tracey Johnson at Concordia Hospice of Washington. It’s a meaningful connection, and one that reflects our congregation’s support of this Christ-centered ministry. 

What Services Does Concordia Provide? 
Concordia offers a wide range of senior care and health services across western Pennsylvania and beyond. Here are just a few of their key areas of service: 

• Personal Care and Assisted Living: Compassionate support for daily living activities in a secure, homelike environment. 

• Memory Support: Specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, emphasizing dignity and quality of life. 

• Short-Term Rehabilitation: Skilled therapy services to help patients regain strength and independence after surgery, illness, or injury. 

• Home and Community Services: Including home health care, hospice, and palliative care, provide the comfort and familiarity of being at home. 

• Long-Term Skilled Nursing: Professional and faith-based care for residents requiring 24/7 nursing support. 

• Independent Living: Worry-free senior living communities for independent older adults.

Why Does This Matter to Us? 
As a member congregation, Zion and its members benefit from being part of a larger Lutheran ministry that puts faith into action. Individuals from member churches may have access to additional support and accommodation when services are needed. Concordia's work reflects the very values we hold dear: compassion, service, and Christian love. 

Can You Choose Concordia for Your Care? 
Yes, in many cases, you can request Concordia when you need services such as short-term rehabilitation, home health care, or hospice care. It’s always wise to let your physician or discharge planner know your preference sooner rather than later. 

Want to Learn More? 
To explore Concordia’s rich history and continued mission, visit this link: https://concordialm.org/blog/140-years-of-caring-concordia-s-history-of-service/ 

Final Thoughts 
Concordia is more than a healthcare provider; it’s a ministry that reflects the hands and feet of Christ in the world. Our congregation's involvement is a testament to the importance of faith-driven service. I’ve included a link to the CLM Guide to Services, which outlines all locations and home and community organizations: concordialm.org

God’s Blessings, 
Bob Schmidt 
Congregational President