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August 27, 2008
THE BUZZ AT ZION
Last Call for Sign-ups!
There’s Something for Everyone!
New Classes begin Sept. 7th!
Adult Classes
Pastor Couch’s Class
Sermon on the Mount
This study will continue through the Fall. Come and delve into one of Christ’s most well known sermons.
NEW! Discipleship Class
Needed: Twelve people for twelve weeks to study the basics of being a disciple of Jesus.
NEW! Friendship/Membership Class
This class is for all who wish to join the church or find out more about Zion. Meets in the Pastor’s office at 9:15 am.
NEW! Women’s Sunday School Book Study
The class will be based on the book, Maybe God is Right After All, by Cynthia Heald. We have 2 books left over but can order more.
Youth Classes
Nursery available for newborns to three years
NEW! Preschool Class, based on the NEW curriculum VeggieConnections.
NEW! Kindergarten - 5th Grade classes, based on the curriculum Discipleship Junction.
Jr. & Sr. High Classes with Steve & Sue Kiracofe and Melissa Hefenieder.
Attention past and present Children's Church volunteers:
Schedules for teaching Children's Church will be available on Rally Day, September 14th. Any questions, please call Nicole Scheuerman 431-2551. Thanks!
Beginning Wednesday, September 10th @ 6:15 pm!
Discussions with Pastor Steve
WOW Bible Study
Will resume on Tuesday, September 9th at 9:30 am at the home of Donna Jones (608 Sagebrush). We will begin a study called “A Thirst for God”, based on Max Lucado’s book, “The Great House of God.” All women of the church are invited to attend. Please RSVP at 347-6299.
Men’s Breakfast
Studies begin in First John. All men are invited to join us from 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. weekly. Mark Hansen will be leading the devotional this week. Come join us!
Salsa Sampling
Sunday, September 7th the Farmers Market will be sponsoring a “salsa sampling” in the Fellowship Hall after Morning Worship. A variety of salsa will be available to bite your taste buds and on sale for you to purchase. ATTENTION ALL SALSA MAKERS...Join in the salsa making and bring your recipes if you like.
Uncle Todd Wants YOU!
We are looking for the few, the proud, the kitchen clean-up crew. We could really use another 4 volunteers to help with clean-up for Wednesday night suppers. If you would be interested in helping out that would be great. Please call Todd Scheuerman at
431-2550. Thanks again!
Wednesday Night Schedule:
5:30 p.m.-Dinner
6:00 p.m.-Confirmation class with students and parents meets in Chapel this week
6:15 p.m.-Children’s choir in Sanctuary
6:15 p.m.-After Dinner Discussions w Pastor Steve
6:30 p.m.- Youth Groups
7:00 p.m.- Chancel choir in Sanctuary
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU
September 3, 2008 @ 5:30 pmBeef Stroganoff
***$3.00 per adult, $2.00 per child
(3-10) or $12.00 per family***
(includes all children under 18)
Come Join in the fellowship and fun!
JOIN IN THE CELEBRATION!
This Sunday, August 31st, Elizabeth, Adrianna, and Haylie Carver will be baptized in the river at the Hot Springs State Park at 3:00 pm.. Everyone is invited to join the Carver family in rejoicing with the angels for their dedication to the Lord.
Bethel Baskets
Last week Jo Hansen informed the congregation of the need for baskets filled with “girly” items. Things such as lotions, towels, soaps, perfumes, loofas, etc. Hand made baskets have been donated. However, the materials are yet to come. If you want to donate some items bring them in to the church office this next week and place them in the box. Thanks for your help!
Celebration of Life
A year has passed since God miraculously healed Eldon’s severe skull fracture! In thanks to God, family and friends, come join in the Celebration of Life Barbeque. Friday, August 29th, 6:00 pm at the Fairgrounds. (Hosted by Eldon & Georgia Leithead).
QFC Invites You!
QFC has started their fall quilting season for children in need. If you would like to be a part of this wonderful ministry come join them every Wednesday at 1 pm - 4 pm.
Women's Ministries Meeting
September 3, 2008
At Carol Couch's House
Come Join us for Chocolate Delight!
There will be a celebration of all the
ministries in the guild. Come and get to know the women in the Church or just find out where you can be of service. Please join us.
Zion 85th Anniversary Commemorative Hand Towel
Towels will be for sale in the Fellowship Hall this Sunday following Morning Worship. These towels are beautifully designed with Zion’s Logo on the front. Currently there are only 39 towels left, so they are on a first come first serve basis. HOWEVER, we will be taking orders after the 39 are sold. The cost is $5.00 each.
85th Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, September 14, 2008
9:15 a.m.- Sunday School Presentation
dramatizing Zion’s 85 years. All are invited
10:30 a.m.- Worship Service
Special Speaker- Rev. Dan Thimell; Several
musical selections; DVD pictorial history of Zion;
Yes! Even some German!
12:00 Noon- Group picture in front of church
12:30 p.m.- Picnic at Sander’s Park. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Drinks, plates, utensils, and main dish will be provided as well as some other perks. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, games etc.
Rock Pot Creations on Raffle
As Many of you may know, Dr. Julius Berkenkamp was a wonderful mentor and long time friend to many members of our church. In 1967 “the Old Man Berkenkammp and his wife” built the home on the corner of 7th & Grace, adjacent from the old church on Grace Ave. From the building of this home, Berkenkamp began a ministry through creating rock-mosaic pottery from stones he hand picked and polished. Countless orphans and suffering people benefited from the money he received from his creations. Not a single penny he kept. In memory of our history, we will be raffling off some of his beautiful art work. If you have a pot you would like to donate please bring it to the church office. For those of you who would like one of these precious creations they will be on raffle starting this Sunday in the Fellowship. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 tickets for $5.00. The money from this fundraiser will benefit Zion’s Mission Program.
Children’s Choir
Begins Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:15pm. I’m SO excited about the choir! We have some great fun songs lined up. Our first performance is on Sept. 14th! I look forward to seeing you all there!
Chancel Choir
The chancel choir will begin rehearsal on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. The choir is scheduled to sing on Sunday, September 14th and Nancy is asking that ALL members, past, present and future, please come to this practice!
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In Pastor's Words
Coram Deo
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth.
Psalm 57:5
Have you ever heard the phrase Coram Deo? It is a Latin phrase that literally means “before the face of God”. Since the 16th Century Reformation it has been used as a kind of “mission statement” for the Christian life, and it sums up how God calls us to live today. The idea is that God is real, and He is ever-present, all-knowing, all-powerful, and altogether good. We live every moment before His face (in His presence), and nothing is hidden from His sight (see Jeremiah 23:23-24). Therefore, every moment of life must be lived to bring Him glory. Every act of living must become an act of worship and devotion to this great, loving God who is always here in our midst. But there’s constant pressure from our culture to divide life into compartments – into what is “sacred” and what is “secular”. We are expected to put our Christian faith in the box marked “for private use only.” God calls us to a life which is much greater. He calls us to live out every breath of life Coram Deo. This prayer by A.W. Tozer cuts to the heart of what it means to live all of life before the face of God -
“O God, be thou exalted over my possessions. Nothing of earth’s treasures shall seem dear unto me if only Thou art glorified in my life. Be thou exalted over my friendships. I am determined that Thou shalt be above all, though I must stand deserted and alone in the midst of the earth. Be thou exalted above my comforts. Though it means the loss of bodily comforts and the carrying of heavy crosses, I shall keep my vow made this day before thee. Be thou exalted over my reputation. Make me ambitious to please thee even if as a result I must sink into obscurity and my name be forgotten as a dream. Rise, O Lord, into thy proper place of honor, above my ambitions, above my likes and dislikes, above my family, my health and even my life itself. Let me sink that thou may rise above. Ride forth upon me as thou did ride into Jerusalem mounted upon the humble little colt, and let me hear the children cry to thee, Hosanna in the highest.’ Amen.” (“The Pursuit of God”, A.W. Tozer. pp. 101-102)
My prayer for each of us in the weeks and months ahead is that we may experience the great joy and power of living each moment Coram Deo, and that through our lives His glory will be known over all the earth!
Pastor Steve
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August 13, 2008
THE BUZZ AT ZION
Join Us This Sunday
There’s Something for Everyone!
New Classes begin Sept. 7th!
Adult Classes
Pastor Couch’s Class
Sermon on the Mount
This study will continue through the Fall. Come and delve into one of Christ’s most well known sermons.
NEW! Discipleship Class
Needed: Twelve people for twelve weeks to study the basics of being a disciple of Jesus. This class is for anyone who would like to know more about how to pray, how to study the Bible, how to share faith with others, how to serve, how to give and so much more. Please reserve your spot in the next Discipleship Class now by signing up this Sunday.
NEW! Friendship/Membership Class
begins Sept. 7. This class is for all who wish to join the church or find out more about Zion. Learn about the church’s beliefs, leaders, ministries, history. Class meets in the Chapel at 9:15 during Sunday School beginning September 7.
NEW! Women’s Sunday School Book Study
begins Sept 7th. The class will be based on the book, Maybe God is Right After All, by Cynthia Heald, lead by Joyce Brill. Please note...If you are interested in attending this exciting new class please RSVP at the church office or call 347-2266 by August 22nd. We need to know how many books to order. Thank you!
Sign up for all adult classes
in this Sunday’s bulletin!
THAT'S NOT ALL FOLKS . . .THERE'S EVEN NEW CLASSES FOR THE KIDS!
Youth Classes
Nursery available for newborns to three years
NEW! Preschool Class, based on the NEW curriculum VeggieConnections, by the makers of Veggie Tales. VeggieConnections is a fun, innovative program all about connecting kids to a meaningful relationship with God and one another. This class will be lead by Kim Sanford and Katy Asay, so be sure to bring your young ones for a fun-filled hour of Veggie adventures!
NEW! Kindergarten through 5th Grade classes, based on the curriculum Discipleship Junction. Each lesson is packed full of interactive stories and drama, Scripture memory, and themed snacks and activities that will engage every child! Small group prayer times help kids practice new skills, build confidence, and develop lifelong habits of prayer.
Jr. & Sr. High Classes
IN NEED OF A WASHER
Alan, Sarah and Brian are safely back in the states and looking to settle here in Worland. They will be living in a house on Dave & Kathy McKamey’s farm east of town. The only item they are still in need of is a washer. Alan and Sarah will be back at the end of August. If you have a washer that they may use please call the church office, 347-2266. Thank you for your help!
Children’s Choir Will Begin!
Sing unto the Lord! A children’s choir will begin this September for ages k-5th grade. We well practice on Wednesday evenings, following the Fellowship Dinners, from 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm, with our first practice on Sept. 3rd! I’m so excited! Our choir is beginning to grow, but we could always use more! If you are interested PLEASE let Jennifer Herrmann know! 347-2266 or 347-9358!
Dishwashers Needed
If you love to wash dishes we are looking for you! We are still looking for a couple of more helpers in the clean-up crew for Wednesday night dinners. Please contact Todd Scheuerman if you would like to help out. Thank you!
~Todd
THANK YOU JASON & AMANDA TAYLOR AND “THE ROCK” YOUTH GROUP
For a spectacular presentation on Youth
Sunday. We appreciate your creativity,
challenge and hard work.
Men’s Breakfast
Studies begin in First John. All men are invited to join us from 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. weekly. Mark Hansen will be leading the devotional this week. Come join us!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
September 14
85th Anniversary Celebration
Highlights
9:15 am
Special Sunday School Drama Presentation
10:30 am
Special Speaker in Morning Worship
Rev. Dan Thimell (former pastor from 1979-1982)
12:00 noon
Picnic at Sander’s Park
SHARE A PHOTO or a HELPING HAND
Sandi Mischke is on a mission for Confirmation Class photos taken while Rev. Dan Thimell was here. She needs the photos from 1979,1980 & 1982. If she may please use it to make a copy it would be appreciated. Also, she is looking for any photos of Rev. Thimell and his family. She also needs any photos taken of the building of our current church, missions trips, and 75th anniversary activities. If you have any photos please drop them off in the church office as soon as possible! Thanks so much for your help!
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In Pastor's Words
He must become GREATER!
I MUST BECOME less!
John 3:30
In The Wounded Healer, Henri Nouwen retells a tale from ancient India: Four royal brothers decided each to master a special ability. Time went by, and the brothers met to reveal what they had learned. “I have mastered a science,” said the first, “by which I can take but a bone of some creature and create the flesh that goes with it.” “I,” said the second, “know how to grow that creature’s skin and hair if there is flesh on its bones.” The third said, “I am able to create its limbs if I have the flesh, the skin, and the hair.” “And I,” concluded the fourth, “know how to give life to that creature if its form is complete.” Thereupon the brothers went into the jungle to find a bone so they could demonstrate their specialties. As fate would have it, the bone they found was a lion’s. One added flesh to the bone, the second grew hide and hair, the third completed it with matching limbs, and the fourth gave the lion life. Shaking its mane, the ferocious beast arose and jumped on his creators, killed them all, and vanished contentedly into the jungle. The moral of the story? We too have the capacity to create what can devour us. Goals and dreams can consume us. Pride, possessions and property can turn and destroy us unless we “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.”
Dr. Sigmund Freud, one of the most distinguished psychologists of the 20th century, though not well known for spiritual insights, actually agreed with the Scripture when he said that one of the two primary driving forces in everyone is the desire to be great. “Me-ism” is, because of the Fall, one of those characteristics everyone has to recognize and surrender to Christ. John the Baptist testified, “He must become greater; I must become less.” A common trap all of us can fall into is to desire that people to hear our opinions, see our point of view, notice our accomplishments, appreciate our achievements, admire our things, and do things our way. To have you think this temptation has never penetrated my life would be to tell a lie. And I realize that when that temptation comes, I must surrender it to Christ. “I must become less” means that my own agenda, wants, desires, plans, goals, intentions and aspirations must come under the control of the Holy Spirit if God will use me as a vessel in His kingdom. Remember the argument that started among the disciples in which one asks, “Lord, which of us is greatest?” Jesus’ answer is “for he who is least among you all—he is the greatest” (Luke 9:46-48). Becoming “less” does not mean we become nothing in God’s eyes or in anyone else’s. God counts every person special and unique and the object of His unfailing love. But it does mean that in all things my will must be surrendered to His will. Thomas a’ Kempis said, “he is truly great who deemeth himself small, and counteth all height of honor as nothing.”
“He must become greater” is God’s overall guide for every facet of the Christian’s life. Choices will have to be made constantly. How can I put Christ first with the expenditure of my time, talent and money? How can I put into practice the supremacy of Christ in my service, devotions and church attendance? How can I strive for my conversation, opinions, desires and aspirations to be brought under Christ’s control every day? To struggle with these constant tensions in life is not a sin. But to ignore them when Scripture declares, “He must become greater; I must become less,” is to be what Charles Spurgeon describes as “wishing to be great, having failed to be good.” On the other hand, as someone said, “if Christ, as Lord, is greater and is the center of our lives, the circumference will take care of itself.” A Moravian prayer concludes, “From the desire of being great, good Lord deliver us!
Pastor Ralph Partelow
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