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Ladies Christmas Crafting Night & LWML Quarterly Meeting
Ladies Christmas Crafting Night & LWML Quarterly Meeting
Thursday, November 20th at 6:30 p.m.
Happening in Zion Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall
Bring a snack to share!
RSVP to Tevia Grimenstein grmnstns@live.com
Ladies Christmas Crafting Night & LWML Quarterly Meeting
Thursday, November 20th at 6:30 p.m.
Happening in Zion Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall
Bring a snack to share!
RSVP to Tevia Grimenstein grmnstns@live.com
Paint & Sip
PAINT & SIP - Friday, November 14th
$15 Per person — ages 16 & up
Zion Fellowship Hall - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Materials and wine will be provided
Bring an appetizer to share
Sign up in the Narthex
Last day to sign up is Sunday, November 9th
e-mail meganpasquini@hotmail.com with questions
PAINT & SIP - Friday, November 14th
$15 Per person — ages 16 & up
Zion Fellowship Hall - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Materials and wine will be provided
Bring an appetizer to share
Sign up in the Narthex
Last day to sign up is Sunday, November 9th
e-mail meganpasquini@hotmail.com with questions
VIDEO: Sunday, November 2, 2025 - Complete Service
Each service at Zion Lutheran Church (normally the first of our two Sunday services) is streamed LIVE on our YouTube channel. These streams are for Sunday’s, Wednesday’s, Lenten, Advent, and special services. The entire service is streamed from beginning-to-end. Weddings and Funerals can also be streamed, if requested in advance.
Audio: Readings, Sermon & Bell Choir for Sunday, November 2, 2025
This audio-only file includes all the readings from scripture, along with the sermon — and when available, the announcements, adult choir, men’s choir, and/or bell choir. Also posted along with the audio file is the text for all the scripture readings, and a link to the current bulletin, and our YouTube channel if you prefer to watch the LIVE Stream.
View the bulletin for Sunday, November 2, 2025
Archive of AUDIO “Readings & Sermons”
Archive of VIDEO “Complete Service”
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First Reading -- Revelation 7:9–17
After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” And all the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, saying, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen.”
Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, “Who are these, clothed in white robes, and from where have they come?” I said to him, “Sir, you know.” And he said to me, “These are the ones coming out of the great tribulation. They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
“Therefore they are before the throne of God,
and serve him day and night in his temple;
and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence.
They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore;
the sun shall not strike them,
nor any scorching heat.
For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd,
and he will guide them to springs of living water,
and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”
Epistle Reading -- 1 John 3:1–3
See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God’s children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure.
The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the fifth chapter
Seeing the crowds, [Jesus] went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him.
And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying:
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
Bell Choir -- Chorale and Variation (8:00 a.m.)
VIDEO: Funeral Service for Mary Louise Hutula - Nov. 1, 2025
Mary Louise Hutula, née Engel, 81, of McMurray, PA, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025. Born on May 26, 1944, in Davenport, IA, to John Francis Engel and Edna Henrietta Thomsen, Mary lived a vibrant life defined by compassion, faith, family, and community service. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Mary graduated from L’Anse High School in 1962, where she shone as a cheerleader and was actively involved in numerous clubs, showcasing her spirited nature. She earned a nursing degree from Northern Michigan University in 1964, pursuing her passion for helping others. That same year, she married her high school sweetheart, David N. Hutula, in L’Anse, MI, and together they shared 61 years of marriage, building a legacy of love and togetherness. In 1970, Mary and David moved to the Pittsburgh area, where they established deep roots.
Click on the link below to read the complete obituary …
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Funeral Service for Mary Louise Hutula
Service: Saturday November 1, 2025
View the Funeral Bulletin
Mary Louise Hutula (Engel)
Age 81, of McMurray, PA, passed away peacefully, on October 17, 2025. Born on May 26, 1944, in Davenport, IA, to John Francis Engel and Edna Henrietta Thomsen. Mary lived a vibrant life defined by compassion, faith, family, and community service. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Mary graduated from L'Anse High School in 1962, where she shone as a cheerleader and was actively involved in numerous clubs, showcasing her spirited nature. She earned a nursing degree from Northern Michigan University in 1964, pursuing her passion for helping others. That same year, she married her high school sweetheart, David N. Hutula, in L'Anse, MI, and together they shared 61 years of marriage, building a legacy of love and togetherness. In 1970, Mary and David moved to the Pittsburgh area, where they established deep roots.
A devoted mother, Mary is survived by her two sons, Scott Hutula (wife, Joanna) of Concord, NC and Craig Hutula (wife Gretchen) of Tolland, CT. She cherished her role as a grandmother to Karina Hutula of Augusta, GA, Mitchell Hutula of Charlotte, NC and Grace Hutula of Tolland, CT. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Paul Engel of Greenville, MI (survived by his wife, Kathy) and Artie Engel of L'Anse, MI.
Mary's dedication to her community was profound. As a skilled nurse, she served with care at Baraga County Memorial Hospital in L'Anse, MI, Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI and St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Her leadership shone as president of the Peters Township PTA around 1975, championing education, and as president of the Giant Oaks Garden Club for multiple years, where she nurtured her love for gardening. In 1974, she co-founded the Pacers Track Club and coached for many years, inspiring young athletes. An avid tennis player, she brought her competitive spirit to local USTA teams in the South Hills area, forming lasting friendships. Mary's faith was a cornerstone of her life; she was an active member of Hope Lutheran Church and Zion Lutheran Church, where she led the altar guild and acolytes, serving with devotion and grace. She found great joy spending time at the family cabin on Big Lake in Covington, MI, where she cherished moments of peace and connection with loved ones. Her kindness, warmth, and enduring spirit left a lasting impact on her family, friends, and community.
Family and friends received from 3 to 5 p.m., on Friday, October 31, at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville. A Funeral Service will take place at 11 a.m., on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgeville, PA, followed by a light meal. The family extends special thanks to Ridgecrest in McMurray, for the exceptional care Mary received, over the past year. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter (alz.org/pa) or Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgeville, PA, in honor of Mary's compassionate spirit and faithful service.
AUDIO: Funeral Service for Mary Louise Hutula - Nov. 1, 2025
Mary Louise Hutula, née Engel, 81, of McMurray, PA, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025. Born on May 26, 1944, in Davenport, IA, to John Francis Engel and Edna Henrietta Thomsen, Mary lived a vibrant life defined by compassion, faith, family, and community service. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Mary graduated from L’Anse High School in 1962, where she shone as a cheerleader and was actively involved in numerous clubs, showcasing her spirited nature. She earned a nursing degree from Northern Michigan University in 1964, pursuing her passion for helping others. That same year, she married her high school sweetheart, David N. Hutula, in L’Anse, MI, and together they shared 61 years of marriage, building a legacy of love and togetherness. In 1970, Mary and David moved to the Pittsburgh area, where they established deep roots.
Click below to read the complete obituary …
Funeral Service for Mary Louise Hutula
Service: Saturday November 1, 2025
View the Funeral Bulletin
Mary Louise Hutula (Engel)
Age 81, of McMurray, PA, passed away peacefully, on October 17, 2025. Born on May 26, 1944, in Davenport, IA, to John Francis Engel and Edna Henrietta Thomsen. Mary lived a vibrant life defined by compassion, faith, family, and community service. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Mary graduated from L'Anse High School in 1962, where she shone as a cheerleader and was actively involved in numerous clubs, showcasing her spirited nature. She earned a nursing degree from Northern Michigan University in 1964, pursuing her passion for helping others. That same year, she married her high school sweetheart, David N. Hutula, in L'Anse, MI, and together they shared 61 years of marriage, building a legacy of love and togetherness. In 1970, Mary and David moved to the Pittsburgh area, where they established deep roots.
A devoted mother, Mary is survived by her two sons, Scott Hutula (wife, Joanna) of Concord, NC and Craig Hutula (wife Gretchen) of Tolland, CT. She cherished her role as a grandmother to Karina Hutula of Augusta, GA, Mitchell Hutula of Charlotte, NC and Grace Hutula of Tolland, CT. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Paul Engel of Greenville, MI (survived by his wife, Kathy) and Artie Engel of L'Anse, MI.
Mary's dedication to her community was profound. As a skilled nurse, she served with care at Baraga County Memorial Hospital in L'Anse, MI, Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI and St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Her leadership shone as president of the Peters Township PTA around 1975, championing education, and as president of the Giant Oaks Garden Club for multiple years, where she nurtured her love for gardening. In 1974, she co-founded the Pacers Track Club and coached for many years, inspiring young athletes. An avid tennis player, she brought her competitive spirit to local USTA teams in the South Hills area, forming lasting friendships. Mary's faith was a cornerstone of her life; she was an active member of Hope Lutheran Church and Zion Lutheran Church, where she led the altar guild and acolytes, serving with devotion and grace. She found great joy spending time at the family cabin on Big Lake in Covington, MI, where she cherished moments of peace and connection with loved ones. Her kindness, warmth, and enduring spirit left a lasting impact on her family, friends, and community.
Family and friends received from 3 to 5 p.m., on Friday, October 31, at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville. A Funeral Service will take place at 11 a.m., on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgeville, PA, followed by a light meal. The family extends special thanks to Ridgecrest in McMurray, for the exceptional care Mary received, over the past year. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter (alz.org/pa) or Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgeville, PA, in honor of Mary's compassionate spirit and faithful service.