Nineteenth Sunday of Pentecost

September 23, 2016

MISSION OF THE MONTH:  DISASTER RELIEF- Unfortunately, there are too many opportunities for Zion to help out with disaster related needs in Indiana and in Louisiana.  We are looking to partner with Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge, LA to help out with the flooding that has taken place there.  Over 100,000 homes have been affected by the flood waters!  Trinity Lutheran in Baton Rouge is     working with Camp Restore and Lutheran Church Charities to reach out to the community with the love of Christ.  In the near future, Zion Lutheran will take a team down to help out with disaster relief in Baton Rouge, LA.  More information will be coming soon.  If you would like to go, please contact Pastor Jason at 771-1691.  If you choose to give a gift toward disaster relief, the money will go towards helping those in Baton Rouge.  If we can determine a way to help in Kokomo, IN we will do that as well.
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.Mark 10:45

Dani’s Dreams:   Our McDonald’s Night will be Sept. 26, 5-8 p.m., in New Palestine, we will have games, crafts and more.  Also join us for the Butterflies UPCLOSE event at Dani’s Dreams at Zion Lutheran School Sept. 28, 3:30—5:00 p.m. at Dani’s Dream Outdoor Education Center.  All events are free and open to all area children.  Come and enjoy food, fun and celebrate nature and God’s wonderful creation with us and support hands-on innovative education activities for our children. For more information visit www.danisdreamsoutdooredcenter.com.  

PLEASE RETURN TABLES:  Zion is always happy to provide many resources for families and friends when hosting parties, gatherings, or other such functions such as tables and chairs. If you have enjoyed the blessing of utilizing that convenience, we ask that you please bring back those tables and chairs back to the church in a timely fashion so others may also take advantage of them as well, in addition to up-coming events Thank you for your cooperation!

bible study ‘Sacred Marriage:  Will be on Sunday, September 25th in the gathering area from 5-6:45pm. Dinner and childcare will be provided. If you haven’t joined us yet, you’re still more than welcome to come! For more information or questions, reach out to Nic Elizondo at nic.elizondo2014@gmail.com

High School Bible Study:  Will be held on Sunday, September 28th. We will meet in the youth room at 6:45pm and end at 8. You’re welcome to come and go as you are able and ALL HIGH SCHOOLERS are WELCOME! In this study, we will separate the guys and the girls where we will learn about Battling Temptations and finding our Confidence in God respectively. For questions or more info: nic.elizondo2014@gmail.com

SUMMER SERVANT EVENT?  Are you in HIGH SCHOOL or a CURRENT 8TH GRADER?! Then join us for a special meeting on Sunday, September 25th at 3:00pm here at Zion to discuss the trip and some early details! For questions, you can reach out to Nic Elizondo at 317.832,6469 or nic.elizondo2014@gmail.com 

Volunteer Opportunity:  A volunteer is needed to help sharpen pew pencils and refill attendance cards monthly in the sanctuary. This would be a minimal time commitment and much appreciated! Please talk to Haley Elizondo if you’re interested. Thank you! 

GERMAN DINNER:   The 41st annual German Dinner will be Saturday, October 1st from 4:00—7:30pm.  Come and enjoy Sauerbraten, Ribs & Kraut, German potato salad, potato pancakes, ham, green beans and much more!   Cost:  Free will offering.  We are still seeking food donations and volunteers.  Please see the sign up sheets in the Narthex.  This is one of biggest fundraisers and so much fun for all who   help out!

 ARK ENCOUNTER:  Plan you’re visit to the Ark Encounter, Thursday, October 20th.  Sign-up and              information sheet are in the gathering area. 

 HEALTH EVENT:  The Zion Lutheran Church Health Care Team is sponsoring a Health Event on     Sunday, September 25^TH, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.  Come and join us for various screenings and educational info.  There will once again be flu shots available for ages 11 – adult.  The cost is $30. REMEMBER to get your flu shots so we can have good participation and continue bringing the flu shots to you!! Pneumonia shots are due every 5 years, and will be available for $100 these are payable by cash, check or Medicare (must have card). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive your shots and very convenient for YOU!  The screenings will include Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Bone Density, Skin Cancer, Hearing, Vision, Massage and more all free of charge. The Blood Mobile will be there from 9:00 to 1:00 as well.  Call Arla Sayler 899-4522 or 357-2302 to schedule a time for a Blood Donation, or sign up online at www.donorpoint.org.  Call Cheryl Singer, Parish Nurse 861-8635 with any questions.

 Attention all blood donors!  Zion will be holding a blood drive during the Health Fair on Sunday, September 25, 2016, from 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M.  Eligible donors can register online at www.donorpoint.org or contact Arla Sayler at 317-357-2302 or 317-899-4552 to get a time reserved. 

 WOMEN’S RETREAT:  Join us at Camp Lakeview for the “More Than Conquerors, Romans 8:31-39”                                                                                        Women’s Retreat, Friday Sept. 30– Oct. 2.  Enjoy the fellowship with other women of God to laugh, re-charge and be strengthened in God’s life changing word.  Register online at camplakeview.com/womens. $95 per person or $55 for commuters.  

 CHILDCARE HELP NEEDED:  Zion Childcare is looking for part-time help in the infant room and at the childcare center.  Hours vary.  We are open 7am to 6pm.  If you are 18 or older and interested, please call Kathy Morrison at 771-1896.

 ATTENTION:  Please check the kitchen for lost or forgotten items.  All items will left after the 1st of every month will be donated.  Thank you for your cooperation!

TODAY’S LIGHT:   The latest issue of Today’s Light has been placed in your boxes.  Instructions for re-subscribing are included.  You will need to re-subscribe if you wish to continue to receive it during 2017.  We will be reordering in early October, so orders must be turned in by Oct. 2nd.  There’s a box in the gathering area where you can deposit your orders.  We can also take new subscriptions but it will begin with Isaiah and continue to the end of the New Testament.   Robert Brandt 317-623-7016.

Grief Share: Grief Share is a Biblical support group meeting for thirteen weeks which aims at providing people encouragement and support through God’s Word.  If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, please prayerfully consider joining Zion’s Grief Share group.  If you know of someone who would benefit from this ministry, please invite them.  Our first class is Thursday, September 1st from 7-9pm and can be joined at any time while in session. Please join us in Conference Room A. Cost is $20.

Zion Mini-Masters (second annual):  The second annual Zion men’s Mini-Masters will be held at the Royal Hylands Golf course in Knightstown on Monday October 17.  The format will be a two man best ball.  Sign up at the table at the North end of the gathering area.  First come first served.  Limited to the first 20 golfers.  For more info, contact Willard Lautner.

ZION NIGHT AT LHSI
Mark your calendars for Friday, September 30^th @ 7pm.  LHSI will recognize Zion Lutheran during their home football game. Let’s fill the stands with Warriors.  Zion students get free admission to the game.  Wear your BOLD shirt if you have one!  Shirts are available for sale in the office for $15.00.

TRUNK OR TREAT
Zion is excited to be hosting a Trunk or Treat festival this year!  This event will include a Trunk Decorating Contest, Pumpkin Carving Contest, Friendly Costumes, and many more activities.  There will also be food, including: apple cider, popcorn, hot dogs, candy, etc.  This festival is on Saturday, October 29^th from 3pm-6pm and is open to the community.  A sign-up sheet for Trunks can be found in the Gathering area or you can contact the office at 317-861-4210. If you are interested in helping out there will also be a meeting to discuss the Trunk or Treat preparations October 12th at 6:30.

LOVE & LOGIC
Love and Logic is a great tool to use when raising your children.  This is a parenting program designed to help parents raise responsible and respectful children.  During this class, parents will learn how to … Avoid un-winnable power-struggles and arguments;  Stay calm when your children do upsetting things; Set enforceable limits; Avoid enabling and begin empowering;   Help children learn from their mistakes rather than repeating them; Raise children who are family members rather than dictators.
You are invited to Love and Logic at Zion on Sundays from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. This class will meet in the 7th grade classroom.  Sunday, September 18th is the introduction to the class.  Actual class starts on Sunday, September 25th.  This class will be approximately 8 weeks long. 
Contact Kristie Sombke for details and to register.  317-679-1083 or at the school office at 317-861-4210.

CHILDCARE HELP NEEDED:
Zion Childcare is looking for part-time help in the infant room and at the childcare center. Hours vary. We are open 7am to 6pm. If you are 18 or older and interested, please call Kathy Morrison at 771-1896.

 PTL VOLUNTEERS:
The Zion PTL is a great support of the ministry in our school and to our families and congregation. We are currently looking for parents of Zion students to serve on our PTL board and as volunteers to the school.  There are many opportunities to head up or join committees for upcoming events.  Donuts with Dads, German Dinner, Trunk or Treat, and many more!  If you are interested, please contact Kristie Sombke through FastDirect or feel free to join us at an upcoming meeting. Our next PTL meeting will be Monday, September 26^th at 6:30.  There will also be a meeting to discuss the Trunk or Treat preparations October 12th at 6:30.

LUNCH:
We are so thankful to have Marlene Schroeder here to help us with our lunch. We are also thankful for all of our wonderful lunch volunteers!  We are still in need of volunteers during that time. The duties in the cafeteria are too great for one person. Please contact the school office if you are able to help.  See the dates below that need filled:
Tuesday, September 27
Wednesday, September 28
Friday, September 30

 JESUS AND ME – J.A.M.
JAM class is for parents with children under the age of 3.  This free class is offered every Friday of the school year.  Teachers will share a Bible story, signing, learning centers, and lots of hands-on experiences.  Parents are invited to come and explore with their children from 9:30 – 10:30 am. 

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
Are you on Facebook?  Come and Like Zion Lutheran School and Zion Lutheran Church!  A great opportunity to see what is going on each week in our school and church.

 

Eighteenth Sunday of Pentecost

September 9, 2016

MISSION OF THE MONTH: DISASTER RELIEF- Unfortunately, there are too many opportunities for Zion to help out with disaster related needs in Indiana and in Louisiana. We are looking to partner with Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge, LA to help out with the flooding that has taken place there. Over 100,000 homes have been affected by the flood waters! Trinity Lutheran in Baton Rouge is working with Camp Restore and Lutheran Church Charities to reach out to the community with the love of Christ. In the near future, Zion Lutheran will take a team down to help out with disaster relief in Baton Rouge, LA. More information will be coming soon. If you would like to go, please contact Pastor Jason at 771-1691. If you choose to give a gift toward disaster relief, the money will go towards helping those in Baton Rouge. If we can determine a way to help in Kokomo, IN we will do that as well.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.
Mark 10:45

DISCOVER ZION CLASS – Starts today at 9:20am, we will begin a class on what it means to be a Christian Lutheran. This Bible driven class is for those who are seeking membership at Zion and members who just want to get a refresher. We will meet in the 3rd grade classroom. Call Pastor Jason at 861-5544 or email at pastorjasontaylor@comcast.net for more information.

HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY will be this Wednesday, September 14th. We will begin at 6:45pm and finish around 8:00pm in the youth room here at Zion. Bring a friend as we learn about our inner character vs the outer appearance and what God sees in our hearts as we battle through tough times. Reach out to Nic Elizondo with questions at nic.elizondo2014@gmail.com or 317.832.6469. “Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” 1st Samuel 16:7.

THE BIBLE STUDY SERIES ON MARRIAGE, ‘Sacred Marriage’ will have another session this Sunday, September 11. We will meet in the gathering area from 5:00pm-6:45pm. Dinner and childcare is provided. If you have yet to come, we have extra books, and would love for you to join us as we dive into God’s word and what His plan and vision is for marriage. Reach out to Nic Elizondo for questions at nic.elizondo2014@gmail.com

ARK ENCOUNTER: Plan you’re visit to the Ark Encounter, Thursday, October 20th. Sign-up and information sheet are in the gathering area.

HEALTH EVENT: The Zion Lutheran Church Health Care Team is sponsoring a Health Event on Sunday, September 25TH, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Come and join us for various screenings and educational info. There will once again be flu shots available for ages 11 – adult. The cost is $30. REMEMBER to get your flu shots so we can have good participation and continue bringing the flu shots to you!! Pneumonia shots are due every 5 years, and will be available for $100 these are payable by cash, check or Medicare (must have card). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive your shots and very convenient for YOU! The screenings will include Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Bone Density, Skin Cancer, Hearing, Vision, Massage and more all free of charge. The Blood Mobile will be there from 9:00 to 1:00 as well. Call Arla Sayler 899-4522 or 357-2302 to schedule a time for a Blood Donation, or sign up online at www.donorpoint.org. Call Cheryl Singer, Parish Nurse 861-8635 with any questions.

GRIEF SHARE: Grief Share is a Biblical support group meeting for thirteen weeks which aims at providing people encouragement and support through God’s Word. If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, please prayerfully consider joining Zion’s Grief Share group. If you know of someone who would benefit from this ministry, please invite them. Our first class is Thursday, September 1st from 7-9pm and can be joined at anytime while in session. Please join us in Conference Room A. Cost is $20.

ATTENTION ALL BLOOD DONORS! Zion will be holding a blood drive during the Health Fair on Sunday, September 25, 2016, from 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Eligible donors can register online at www.donorpoint.org or contact Arla Sayler to get a time reserved.

WOMEN’S RETREAT: Join us at Camp Lakeview for the “More Than Conquerors, Romans 8:31-39” Women’s Retreat, Friday Sept. 30– Oct. 2. Enjoy the fellowship with other women of God to laugh, recharge and be strengthened in God’s life changing word. Register online at camplakeview.com/womens. $95 per person or $55 for commuters.

ALUMINUM RECYCLING…The 7th and 8th graders have already begun fundraising efforts for their class trip in May to Chicago. One way you can help is to save your aluminum cans. In the past, we have made anywhere from $100-$1000. It’s simple—all you have to do is rinse out your cans and put them in a garbage bag tied up by the kitchen door in back. We will collect them on a weekly basis and turn them in once a month for CASH! PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE OTHER TRASH—CANS ONLY! Thank you in advance for helping to make our class trip possible!

CHILDCARE HELP NEEDED: Zion Childcare is looking for part-time help in the infant room and at the childcare center. Hours vary. We are open 7am to 6pm. If you are 18 or older and interested, please call Kathy Morrison at 771-1896.

The process is built on the foundation of prayer. We ask that all members continue to seek the Lord’s guidance in prayer as He leads us on the path forward for ViZion.

WOMEN IN MISSION/LUTHERAN WOMEN’S MISSIONARY LEAGUE: Will meet on Thursday, September 22, at 6:30 in the Cafeteria. Haley Elizondo will be sharing her experiences at the National Youth Gathering this past summer. The new programs for the year will be passed out, and plans will be made for the upcoming LWML Sunday, in October. Hostesses for the evening are Judy Imel and Donna Rode.

ZION QUILTERS: Zion Quilting will start Friday, September 16th.. We will be making baby quilts for Honduras.

TODAY’S LIGHT: The latest issue of Today’s Light has been placed in your boxes. Instructions for
re-subscribing are included. You will need to re-subscribe if you wish to continue to receive it during 2017. We will be reordering in early October, so orders must be turned in by Oct. 2nd. There’s a box in the gathering area where you can deposit your orders. We can also take new subscriptions but it will begin with Isaiah and continue to the end of the New Testament. Robert Brandt 317-623-7016

CHILDCARE HELP NEEDED:
Zion Childcare is looking for part-time help in the infant room and at the
childcare center. Hours vary. We are open 7am to 6pm. If you are 18 or older
and interested, please call Kathy Morrison at 771-1896.

PTL VOLUNTEERS:
The Zion PTL is a great support of the ministry in our school and to our
families and congregation. We are currently looking for parents of Zion
students to serve on our PTL board and as volunteers to the school. There
are many opportunities to head up or join committees for upcoming events.
Donuts with Dads, German Dinner, Trunk or Treat, and many more! If you are
interested, please contact Kristie Sombke through FastDirect. Our next PTL
meeting will be September 14th at 6:30.

LUNCH:
We are so thankful to have Marlene Schroeder here to help us with our lunch.
We are also thankful for all of our wonderful lunch volunteers. We are
still in need of volunteers during that time. The duties in the cafeteria
are too great for one person. Please contact the school office if you are
able to help. See the dates below that need filled:

Monday, September 12th

Wednesday, September 14th

Friday, September 16th

Monday, September 19th


JESUS AND ME – J.A.M.
JAM class started this Friday, for parents with children under the age of 3.
This free class is offered every Friday of the school year. Teachers will
share a Bible story, signing, learning centers, and lots of hands-on
experiences. Parents are invited to come and explore with their children
from 9:30 – 10:30 am.


DANI’S DREAMS
Dani’s Dreams will be selling Flower Power bulbs online until Oct. 15! 50%
of all proceeds will go to provide innovative, hands-on educational lessons
for Zion students at our Go Green Discovery Center. Check out the Dani’s
Dreams Facebook Page.
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LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
Are you on Facebook? Come and Like Zion Lutheran School and Zion Lutheran
Church! A great opportunity to see what is going on each week in our school
and church.


QUESTIONS?
Do you have questions about the ministry and education at Zion Lutheran
School? Stop by the office, or let us know (317-861-4210). We love to
share about the ministry here in our building each day of the week.


THANK YOU!
Thank you to Zion Lutheran Church for the constant support of the ministry
of our Day School. Your prayers, support, time, and encouragement are a
blessing to our Faculty, Staff, Students, and Families.

Sixteenth Sunday of Pentecost

September 5, 2016

MISSION OF THE MONTH: DISASTER RELIEF- Unfortunately, there are too many opportunities for Zion to help out with disaster related needs in Indiana and in Louisiana. We are looking to partner with Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge, LA to help out with the flooding that has taken place there. Over 100,000 homes have been affected by the flood waters! Trinity Lutheran in Baton Rouge is working with Camp Restore and Lutheran Church Charities to reach out to the community with the love of Christ. In the near future, Zion Lutheran will take a team down to help out with disaster relief in Baton Rouge, LA. More information will be coming soon. If you would like to go, please contact Pastor Jason at 771-1691. If you choose to give a gift toward disaster relief, the money will go towards helping those in Baton Rouge. If we can determine a way to help in Kokomo, IN we will do that as well.
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”

Mark 10:45

Discover Zion Class – Starts at 9:20am we will begin a class on what it means to be a Christian Lutheran. This Bible driven class is for those who are seeking membership at Zion and members who just want to get a refresher. We will meet in the 6th grade classroom. Call Pastor Jason at 861-5544 or email at pastorjasontaylor@comcast.net for more information.


HEALTH EVENT: The Zion Lutheran Church Health Care Team is sponsoring a Health Event on Sunday, September 25TH, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Come and join us for various screenings and educational info. There will once again be flu shots available for ages 11 – adult. The cost is $30. REMEMBER to get your flu shots so we can have good participation and continue bringing the flu shots to you!! Pneumonia shots are due every 5 years, and will be available for $100 these are payable by cash, check or Medicare (must have card). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive your shots and very convenient for YOU! The screenings will include Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Bone Density, Skin Cancer, Hearing, Vision, Massage and more all free of charge. The Blood Mobile will be there from 9:00 to 1:00 as well. Call Arla Sayler 899-4522 or 357-2302 to schedule a time for a Blood Donation, or sign up online at www.donorpoint.org. Call Cheryl Singer, Parish Nurse 861-8635 with any questions.

Grief Share: Grief Share is a Biblical support group meeting for thirteen weeks which aims at providing people encouragement and support through God’s Word. If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, please prayerfully consider joining Zion’s Grief Share group. If you know of someone who would benefit from this ministry, please invite them. Our first class is Thursday, September 1st from 7-9pm in Conference A.


Attention all blood donors! Zion will be holding a blood drive during the Health Fair on Sunday, September 25, 2016, from 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Eligible donors can register online at www.donorpoint.org or contact Arla Sayler at 317-357-2302 or 317-899-4552 to get a time reserved


ARE YOU A PIANIST OR ORGANIST? Looking for a way to serve? Would you like to accompany
hymn/singing during distribution? Your help would be most welcome! See Carol Rosenthal in the
balcony.

WOMEN’S RETREAT: Join us at Camp Lakeview for the “More Than Conquerors, Romans 8:31-39” Women’s Retreat, Friday Sept. 30– Oct. 2. Enjoy the fellowship with other women of God to laugh, recharge and be strengthened in God’s life changing word. Register online at camplakeview.com/womens. $95 per person or $55 for commuters.




ViZion Path Planning Committee Update

We would like to thank all of those who were in attendance at the August 20 Strategic Planning Forum. Our facilitator, Kurt Bickel, let us in a spirited and open discussion on how we move forward to further God’s ministry at ZIon. Copies of Kurt’s report that summarizes our meeting are available for all in the Narthex on the shelf under the mailboxes. Copies of the Mission InSite information that presents some very interesting statistical information on our area are also available to pick up.

Next steps: The Strategic Planning Committee met with Kurt after the forum to begin the process of condensing the many ideas into clearly defined Targets and Outcomes for Zion’s way forward. We will continue to meet as a committee and then present these ideas to the Church Council on September 20. We encourage representatives from all Boards, committees, and all interested members to attend the Council meeting and express their thoughts and opinions.

The process is built on the foundation of prayer. We ask that all members continue to seek the Lord’s guidance in prayer as He leads us on the path forward.

GRIEFSHARE BEGINS: Thursday, September 1st. 7 -9 p.m. in Pastor’s Conference Room A. This is our 5th year of offering Grief Share, a ministry of the Evangelism Committee. If you have, or know anyone who has, lost a loved one recently in the last year or two, or anytime, please come and bring a friend. This program is for you! Have your mourning turned to joy. The 13 week program can be joined anytime while in session if you are not able to come this week. The two hour Thursday night event includes watching a video, with discussion of it. A workbook is provided for daily time in God’s Word. All members of Zion and our New Palestine, Greenfield, northern Shelby and Eastside Indy neighbors are invited. FACT #1: We have ministered in many people, well over 100, and MOST (80% national average) do not attend Zion. FACT #2: Some people have come who do not attend church and are not believing Christians. Consider this your opportunity to reach out to a friend or co-worker and invite them to come and learn more about God’s healing Word. A personal invitation and offer bring your friend to the first night is a great way to begin. See the Welcome Center for a brochure. Cost: $20.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: There is NO Sunday School this Labor Day weekend. We appreciate all the work our teachers are doing and are hoping this allows them to regroup and prepare for the upcoming lessons

A FRIEND IN NEED  In times of trouble, we look to caring Christian friends to listen to us while we work through our feelings.  A Stephen Minister can be such a friend, either to you or to someone you know.  Our Stephen Ministers are committed to providing Christian care for others experiencing many different needs.  If you or someone you know could benefit from the trained, caring presence and listening ear of a Stephen Minister, talk with Pastor Taylor or one of the Stephen Leaders, Kevin Knippenberg, Lynda Utt, or Gloria Means.