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August 29, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION


WOMEN OF THE WORD (WOW)
BIBLE STUDY

WOW Small Group will be starting a new study on “The Centrality of the Cross”. On Tuesday, September 4th at 9:30am, ladies will meet for coffee at Donna Jones’ house to reorganize for the Fall. The study will then begin the following week, September 11th, and will continue to meet at Donna’s house for the remainder of the study. Each study will begin with a lesson, via DVD, and followed by discussion. Author Mike Atkins teaches with a combination of personal anecdote, masterful illustration and revelatory insight.
All women are encouraged and invited to attend this new fascinating study.
Can’t wait to see you there!

IN THE MARRIAGE SECTION
IN ZION’S LIBRARY

You’ve hear about this book! Have you read it?
Well, we have it!!
Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus, by John Gray, PhD.

For the Family’s Sake by Susan Macaulay - “a clear blueprint for constructing a home that survives the situations you face in modern life”.

You Can Have a Happy Family, by Morris Sheets - “time tested proven effective ways of creating or restoring harmony in one of God’s basic units of fellowship”.

Rally Day Schedule
September 9th

AWANA Sunday School Meet & Greet
8:45 am in each classroom. The teachers will be there to meet and greet their new students for
this year with punch and cookies.

Combined Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.
See “Indescribable” and be amazed beyond words.

Morning Worship at 10:45 a.m.
Message:  GOD CREATED
A creation gift for everyone present

Picnic in Sander’s Park at 12:00 Noon
Celebrate with friends, food, and fellowship as we kick off another fruitful year for the Lord. Hamburgers and hotdogs provided. Please bring a side dish, drinks, plates and utensils.

CHURCH DIRECTORY--LAST CALL!
Olan Mills will again be taking pictures for those of you who wish to get one taken or updated for the 2007 Church Directory, on Wednesday, September 5th. Slots are available from 3:00pm till 8:00pm. Please note: this is not just for church members but all who make up the body of Zion. To sign up please call Sally Reuer at 347-4971 after 1:00pm.

Men’s Breakfast
Every Wednesday morning at 6:00am the men of Zion are provided with an hour to socialize over a modest meal. Fellow brothers seek the kingdom of God through conversation during Bible study, currently in Revelation, and support one another with personal concerns and through prayer. Come and join us as we socialize, seek, and support one another every Wednesday at 6:00am in the Fellowship Hall

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
September 5, 2007 @ 5:30pm
Ham & Scalloped Potatoes, Marinated Vegetable Salad, Wheat Rolls, & Peggy’s Peach Cobbler with Ice Cream
YUM -YUM!
Prices for the dinner are:
$3.00 ~ Adults
$2.00~children ages 4-11
Or $12.00 per family
Come join in the fellowship and fun!

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In Pastor's Words

Seven Days Without Sunday School

     How long has it been since you’ve given Sunday School a try?  If you think you’re too old, or too busy, or too advanced in your knowledge of Scripture for Sunday School, consider these thoughts.  Research tells us that a child’s impression and attitude about morality and religion begin in the formative years, develop more fully in grade school and become pretty well entrenched by the time teen years are reached.  Thinking parents will listen to Scripture:  “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it” (Proverbs 22:6).  Does it make sense to faithfully bring children to Sunday School and Church where they will receive Christian instruction that will be indispensable for shaping their thoughts about God and shaping their lives?  Absolutely!
     What about the rest of us?  Have we heard it all?  Are we too old?  Is there nothing more to learn?  Paul admonished the Romans, “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope” (Romans 15:4).  Is there ever a time when we do not need teaching, encouragement and hope?  The study of Scripture is so absolutely necessary to maintain a teachable spirit, and encouraged heart, and a vibrant hope in the Person and promises of Jesus Christ.
     What happens if I ignore the study of God’s Word?  Consider the implications of this true story.  Max Jukes lived in New York.  He did not believe in Christ or in Christian training.  He refused to take his children to church, even when they asked to go.  Of his 1,026 descendants, 300 were sent to prison for an average term of thirteen years; 190 were public prostitutes; 680 were admitted alcoholics.  Thus far his family has cost the state millions of dollars and they have made no contribution to society.  Jonathan Edwards, by comparison, lived in the same state and at the same time as Jukes.  He loved the Lord and saw to it that his children were in church every Sunday and served the Lord to the best of his ability.  Of his 929 descendants, 430 were ministers, 86 became university professors, 13 were university presidents, 75 authored books, 7 were elected to the U.S. Congress, and 1 became Vice President of the U.S.  His family never cost the State one cent and contributed immeasurably to society.
     Years ago a man came to our church and invited me to talk with him later.  He was the only Christian in his family.  His wife and two children were not.  He knew he needed to do something or he would lose his marriage and children, so he resolved to begin bringing them to Sunday School and church.  Within six months, both children and his wife accepted Christ and God mightily used that family to bless the church.  By putting God first in their private and public worship and study, God changed their direction to give them unspeakable fulfillment in their lives.
     So, how about giving Sunday School a try?   There’s no better time to get started than now.  If you need information, call us.
The bottom line:  Seven days without Sunday School…?

Makes One Weak!         

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August 22, 2007

In Pastor's Words

Join us this Fall for exciting opportunities
to Fellowship, Study and Worship
Fellowship
Wednesday Night Dinners at 5:30 p.m.
Call Peggy Mangus 347-3511 to make reservations
Every Sunday following Morning Worship in the Fellowship Hall.

Small Groups & Bible Studies
Women
WOW (Women of the Word) meets at Donna Jones’ house
Hugs for the Heart - meets upstairs at the church
QFC (Quilts for Children) - meets in the Fellowship Hall
Men
Men’s Breakfast / Revelation Bible Study - meets in the Fellowship Hall
Couples & Families
Families In Christ - varied meeting place
Young Adults - varied meeting place
Son Shiners - varied meeting place
Lamplighters - varied meeting place
Youth
The Rock Youth Group - meets in the Youth Room
Children’s Choir - meets at the church
Confirmation Classes - meets upstairs at the church
Check the bulletin or call the office for meeting places and times.

Sunday School for All ages
Nursery available for 0-3 years of age
Awana
Cubbies - 3-5 yrs. Kim Sanford & Kati Asay
Sparks - 1st & 2nd grade - Nicole Scheuerman & Kay French
TNT - 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade - Joe Asay & Kay French
Young Adult
Jr. High - 6th-8th grade - Melissa Hefenieder
Sr. High - 9th-12th grade - Steve & Sue Kiracofe / Ryan & Amber Clark
Adult
Study of Jonah - Pastor Couch
F.A.I.T.H. Fellowship - Rev. Hansen
Friendship/Membership Class - Pastor Partelow & Dan Scheuerman

For additional information regarding Sunday school
contact Jennifer in the church office.   

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THE BUZZ AT ZION

CHURCH DIRECTORY
Olan Mills will again be taking pictures for those of you who wish to get one taken or updated for the 2007 Church Directory, on Wednesday, September 5th. Slots are available from 3:00pm till 8:00pm. Please note: this is not just for church members but all who make up the body of Zion. To sign up please call Sally Reuer at 347-4971 after 1:00pm.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER PERMANET RESERVATION LIST...
Do I have to sign up again if I signed up last year? Yes, we start a new list each year.

Do I have to tell you whose coming? Yes, we need an accurate count of children (4-10) and adults (12 & up) 3 & under are free, so that we can prepare enough food.

Do I have to call every week that I am going to come & eat? No, You only call if you are NOT going to come.
When do I call to cancel? You must call by Tuesday noon to cancel for that week.

If I want to bring a friend can I do that? Yes, but try to let us know as soon as possible. We try to cook enough to have at least 10 visitors weekly.

What if I don’t know that I can’t come until the last minute? Call anyway and let us know, but if you can’t we will understand. The purpose of this reservation list is to help us be good stewards of what the Lord has given us and NOT to waste anything.

Who do I call for reservations or cancellations? Peggy Mangus @ 347-3511 or 431-2023

Cost for the dinners are:
$3.00 ~ Adults
$2.00~children ages 4-11
Or $12.00 per family

Please place your reservation by Sunday, September 2nd for our first dinner on 9/5!

WOMEN OF THE WORD (WOW)
BIBLE STUDY

WOW Small Group will be starting a new study on “The Centrality of the Cross” beginning Tuesday, September 4th at 9:30am. Each study will begin with a lesson, via DVD, and followed by discussion. Author, Mike Atkins, teaches with a combination of personal anecdote, masterful illustration and revelatory insight. “It is impossible to experience The Centrality of the Cross without being profoundly impacted by its implications.”
All women are encouraged and invited to attend this new study. Hope to see you there!

2008 KENYA MISSION TRIP
In the Summer of 2008 members from our church will be attending a mission trip to Kenya in place of the Navajo outreach. All who are interested are highly encouraged to attend an informational meeting this Sunday night at 7:00pm August 26th. The meeting will be held at Pastor Couch’s house. If you have any questions about this meeting please feel free to contact Pastor Couch.

Men’s Breakfast
Every Wednesday morning at 6:00am the men of Zion are provided with an hour to socialize over a modest meal. Fellow brothers seek the kingdom of God through conversation during Bible study, currently in Revelation, and support one another with personal concerns and through prayer. Come and join us as we socialize, seek, and support one another every Wednesday at 6:00am in the Fellowship Hall.

WEDDING BELLS RING
Congratulation to C.R. & Lydia Dixon as they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on the 19th of August.

Our best wishes toChristopher & Alicia Leake who were wed on Saturday, August 18th at Zion. God’s blessing on your new life together.
Rally day


CHURCH DIRECTORY
Olan Mills will again be taking pictures for those of you who wish to get one taken or updated for the 2007 Church Directory, on Wednesday, September 5th. Slots are available from 3:00pm till 8:00pm. Please note: this is not just for church members but all who make up the body of Zion. To sign up please call Sally Reuer at 347-4971 after 1:00pm.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER PERMANET
RESERVATION LIST...
Do I have to sign up again if I signed up last year? Yes, we start a new list each year.
Do I have to tell you whose coming? Yes, we need an accurate count of children (4-10) and adults (12 & up) 3 & under are free, so that we can prepare enough food.
Do I have to call every week that I am going to come & eat? No, You only call if you are NOT going to come.
When do I call to cancel? You must call by Tuesday noon to cancel for that week.
If I want to bring a friend can I do that? Yes, but try to let us know as soon as possible. We try to cook enough to have at least 10 visitors weekly.
What if I don’t know that I can’t come until the last minute? Call anyway and let us know, but if you can’t we will understand. The purpose of this reservation list is to help us be good stewards of what the Lord has given us and NOT to waste anything.
Who do I call for reservations or cancellations? Peggy Mangus @ 347-3511 or 431-2023
Cost for the dinners are:
$3.00 ~ Adults
$2.00~children ages 4-11
Or $12.00 per family
Please place your reservation by Sunday, September 2nd for our first dinner on 9/5!
WOMEN OF THE WORD (WOW)
BIBLE STUDY
WOW Small Group will be starting a new study on “The Centrality of the Cross” beginning Tuesday, September 4th at 9:30am. Each study will begin with a lesson, via DVD, and followed by discussion. Author, Mike Atkins, teaches with a combination of personal anecdote, masterful illustration and revelatory insight. “It is impossible to experience The Centrality of the Cross without being profoundly impacted by its implications.”

All women are encouraged and invited to attend this new study. Hope to see you there!


2008 KENYA MISSION TRIP
In the Summer of 2008 members from our church will be attending a mission trip to Kenya in place of the Navajo outreach. All who are interested are highly encouraged to attend an informational meeting this Sunday night at 7:00pm August 26th. The meeting will be held at Pastor Couch’s house. If you have any questions about this meeting please feel free to contact Pastor Couch.

Men’s Breakfast
Every Wednesday morning at 6:00am the men of Zion are provided with an hour to socialize over a modest meal. Fellow brothers seek the kingdom of God through conversation during Bible study, currently in Revelation, and support one another with personal concerns and through prayer. Come and join us as we socialize, seek, and support one another every Wednesday at 6:00am in the Fellowship Hall.
WEDDING BELLS RING
Congratulation to C.R. & Lydia Dixon as they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on the 19th of August.

Our best wishes to
Christopher & Alicia Leake who were wed on Saturday, August 18th at Zion. God’s blessing on your new life together.


“Celebration of Creation”
Sunday School special presentation:  “Indescribable!” at 9:15 a.m.
Morning Worship:  “God Created” at 10:30 a.m. Church Picnic at 12:00 Noon for everyone

To Pastors Partelow & Couch and My Church Family,
I just want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your prayers for Walt and me while we were in Indianapolis and since arriving back to Worland. You just never know how much your friends mean to you until such a time as this. So, thanks so much to all of you who have visited Walt and to those who have said they were ready to help me in any way, if needed. We thank God for each one of you.
Love, Walt & Ople
CHECK OUT THE FAITH SECTION
IN ZION’S LIBRARY!
Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” The Library book section on the topic of faith includes these volumes:
Meet with God at Every Turn
by Catherine Marshall
Just Like Jesus by Max Lacado
The title and authors whom we
know and love! Also:

God’s Joyful Surprise by Sue Monk Kidd
This book reminds us that He stands at the door knocking and we can put out the welcome mat and find ourselves making a home for God.


MORE BULLETIN BLOOPERS
The youth group has raised almost $500 for drug abuse.
"Correction: The following typo appeared in our last bulletin: 'Lunch will be gin at 12:15.' Please correct to read '12 noon.'
Any church member over the age of 18 is invited to participate in this lay ministry program. It requires a minimal amount of training and time. The orientation will include six weekly classes of about 200 hours each Tuesday night.
The Seniors group will have a picnic Saturday. Each person is asked to bring a friend, a vegetable, or dessert in a covered dish. Meat and drinks will be furnished.
The last day of Vacation Bible School will include a field trip to the state game farm. We could use some additional volunteers to help preparing the lunch of sandwiches, potato chips, cheese, crack, and cool aid that morning.
Remember the youth department rummage sale for Summer Camp. We have a Gents three-speed bicycle, also two ladies for sale, in good running order. 

Rally Day“Celebration of Creation”
Sunday School special presentation:  “Indescribable!” at 9:15 a.m.
Morning Worship:  “God Created” at 10:30 a.m. Church Picnic at 12:00 Noon for everyone

To Pastors Partelow & Couch and My Church Family,
I just want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your prayers for Walt and me while we were in Indianapolis and since arriving back to Worland. You just never know how much your friends mean to you until such a time as this. So, thanks so much to all of you who have visited Walt and to those who have said they were ready to help me in any way, if needed. We thank God for each one of you.
Love, Walt & Ople

CHECK OUT THE FAITH SECTION
IN ZION’S LIBRARY!

Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” The Library book section on the topic of faith includes these volumes:
Meet with God at Every Turn
by Catherine Marshall
Just Like Jesus by Max Lacado
The title and authors whom we
know and love! Also:

God’s Joyful Surprise by Sue Monk Kidd
This book reminds us that He stands at the door knocking and we can put out the welcome mat and find ourselves making a home for God.

MORE BULLETIN BLOOPERS
The youth group has raised almost $500 for drug abuse.
"Correction: The following typo appeared in our last bulletin: 'Lunch will be gin at 12:15.' Please correct to read '12 noon.'
Any church member over the age of 18 is invited to participate in this lay ministry program. It requires a minimal amount of training and time. The orientation will include six weekly classes of about 200 hours each Tuesday night.
The Seniors group will have a picnic Saturday. Each person is asked to bring a friend, a vegetable, or dessert in a covered dish. Meat and drinks will be furnished.
The last day of Vacation Bible School will include a field trip to the state game farm. We could use some additional volunteers to help preparing the lunch of sandwiches, potato chips, cheese, crack, and cool aid that morning.
Remember the youth department rummage sale for Summer Camp. We have a Gents three-speed bicycle, also two ladies for sale, in good running order. 

MEN’S CHORUS
Calling all men who would like to make a joyful sound! The Men’s Chorus will be sing special music during Morning Worship on Rally Day, September 9th. Practices will be Wednesday, August 29th and Wednesday, September 5th at 7:30 pm. If you are willing to participate there is no need to let anyone know. JUST SHOW

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