Focus on Fellowship

At the Spring Women’s Ministry dinner on Thursday, April 30th, twenty Zion sisters in Christ enjoyed a festive Mexican meal to say farewell to long-time Zion member and friend, Kathleen Conn. Kathleen and Wayne will be moving to the Carolinas in a few short weeks. 

Godspeed Kathleen and Wayne! 

VBS 2026: Students and Volunteers Register Today

VBS week is July 13-17, 2026 
for kids aged 4 yrs—4th grade 

We hope you can join us for a Tropical Trek!
Go to ZLCB.org/VBS to register your student, and to Volunteer.

Volunteers are needed!
There are lots of opportunities to help in hands-on roles with kids, and with behind-the-scenes tasks!! 
Volunteer all five days, or less to fit your schedule.
Contact the church office to get involved: 412-221-4776

REMINDER: Mulch Spreading Workday

Mulch Spreading Workday hosted by the Trustees
Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9 am.
Can you lend a hand? ... Many hands make light work .

Thanks in advance from the Board of Trustees! 

Confirmation is Sunday May 31st

Please note that the CORRECT DATE for Confirmation is Sunday, May 31st — it was previously listed incorrectly.

Confirmation is Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 10:30 service. …
Before the service, join us in the Fellowship Hall at 9:15 a.m. to support and encourage our confirmands as they demonstrate how they have grown in the faith and rejoice with them on their Confirmation!

Cake, bagels and coffee will be served. 

No Service: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

There will be no service on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 because Pastor will be out of the office May 18th - 22nd.

Christ is Risen - Tell the Next Generation

Christ is Risen
Tell the Next Generation

We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and His might, and the wonder that He has done. – Psalm 78:4

The 2026-2029 LCMS National Offering,
“Christ is Risen! Tell the Next Generation,” will support the work of congregations, districts and RSO's vigorously to make known the Good News of Jesus Christ among families, young people and children.

For more information on how you and your congregation can support the 2026-2029 National Offering, visit LCMS.org/national-offering

Little Mite Boxes Bring Powerful Action

The Lutheran Women in Mission (LWML) Mite Box is a small, garnet-colored box used to collect regular donations for mission grants, inspired by the widow’s mite in Mark 12. Since 1942, this "mite" offering has funded over $130 million in mission work worldwide. Funds are collected by individuals and groups, with 25% supporting national missions and 75% funding district missions. Below is a list of ten recent mission grants.

1.  Regional Disaster Response LERT Shower Trailers — LCMS Office of National Mission, Disaster Response Ministry, U.S. — $81,500 — FULLY FUNDED

2.  Help for Ukraine’s Orphans and Displaced Persons —  Orphan Grain Train, Europe — $100,000 — FULLY FUNDED

3.  Portable Laundry Trailer — Forged by Fire Services, U.S. — $100,700 — Partial payment of $50,000 distributed

4.  The Perpetual Call for Pastors and Teachers — LCMS Office of Pastoral Education, U.S. — $100,000 — FULLY FUNDED

5.  Growing Together to Share Braille and Large Print — Lutheran Braille Workers, U.S. — $100,000

6.  Christ-Centered Hope for Cancer Patients — Phil’s Friends, U.S. — $100,000  —  Partial payment of $50,000 distributed

7.  Light of Jesus Christ to Unwed Homeless Mothers — A Place of Refuge Ministries of South WI, Inc., Wisconsin — $75,000

8.  Building a Place of Care — Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch, North Dakota — $60,000 — FULLY FUNDED — FEATURED MARCH 2026

9.  Introducing Muslims to the Savior — Lutheran Heritage Foundation, Global — $100,000 — Partial payment of $45,000 distributed — FEATURED APRIL 2026

10.  Healing Your Heart — Faith-based Child Counseling — Lutheran Counseling and Family Services of Wisconsin, U.S. — $100,000 — Partial payment of $75,000 distributed

Download a PDF listing 33 recent mission grants