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May 07, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2008
Hey Kids! Get ready for God’s Big Backyard: Where you’ll have a blast serving Jesus! Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as you take the love of Jesus into your neighborhoods and communities! Just take a look over your fence, and help others discover
how much fun they can have serving in God’s Bib Backyard! You won’t want to miss this years Vacation Bible School, June 9-13. If you would like to volunteer please contact Kati Asay (388-4102)!

We Still Need Volunteers!

Crew Guides (1) & Crew Guide Helpers (3)
Snack helpers

AND…

We Need Your Garbage
This is a plea for your empty tin cans. We are in need of about 100 for a VBS craft. So don’t throw them away cause we want them! Also, we need your empty butter and sour cream tubs for VBS. You may drop them off in the church office by June 9th! Thank you!

“How Great is Our God” DVD Sign-up
Per your request! There is a sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall for the "How Great is our God" DVD that was shown in Sunday School a couple months ago. Please note the cost of the DVD is $15.27! Please place your order by THIS Friday, May 9th! ~Jenn

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
June 1 through September 7
Sundays, 9:15 a.m.
Children-
Ages 2 Through 5th Grade

Junior & Senior High
Adults-

Membership Classes will meet as announced
Pastor Partelow and Dan Scheuerman

Discipleship Classes
Rev. Mark Hansen

Adult Class in Sanctuary
Pastor Steve Couch

We extend a special thank you to all who will be
teaching Sunday School throughout the summer.

PLEASE NOTE: No Sunday School Classes on
May 18 and 25, July 6 and August 31.

Vaction for June
June will be on vacation from May 25th through June 1st. As we all know June does a wonderful job tending the gardens and caring for the church. While she’s gone we are asking for volunteers to help fill the gap a little. There is a short list, place in the Narthex (next to the sermon tape sign-up), of duties that need to be done. Your help is much appreciated!

COLLEGE GRADUATES TO BE RECOGNIZED
Graduation Sunday is quickly approaching and we need your help. On Sunday, May 18th recognition will be given to all our graduates. While we can easily keep track of who are high school graduates are, our college grads are a little harder to keep tabs on. So, PARENTS! If your student is graduating from college this May, please let the office know. Pastor would like to recognize their hard work! Thanks!

You Are Cordially Invited
* The family of Sean and Amanda Myers is celebrating the graduation of both children with an Open House. You’re invited to come to 300 Howell on Friday, May 16th between 7:00 - 9:00 pm to celebrate too!

* Church Family, you are invited to a graduation party in honor of Samantha Becker, Saturday, May 17th from 5:30pm - 8:30pm.

Honoring our Mother's
Please join us Sunday during Morning Worship to honor our mother’s. All mom’s please accept a gift courtesy of the Women’s Ministry.

The Images of Mother:
4 Year of Age: My Mommy can do anything!
8 Year of Age: My Mom knows a lot! A whole lot!
12 Year of Age: My Mother doesn't really know quite everything.
14 Year of Age: Naturally, Mother doesn't know that, either.
16 Year of Age: Mother? She's hopelessly old-fashioned.
18 Year of Age: That old woman? She's way out of date!
25 Year of Age: Well, she might know a little bit about it.
35 Year of Age: Before we decide, let's get Mom's opinion.
45 Year of Age: Wonder what Mom would have thought about it?
65 Year of Age: Wish I could talk it over with Mom.

We Appreciate You Mom
The child was a typical four-year-old girl -- cute, inquisitive, bright as a new penny. When she expressed difficulty in grasping the concept of marriage, her father decided to pull out his wedding photo album, thinking visual images would help. One page after another, he pointed out the bride arriving at the church, the entrance, the wedding ceremony, the recessional, the reception, etc. "Now do you understand?" he asked. "I think so," she said, "is that when mommy came to work for us?"

College Cookie Thank You’s
Ladies of Zion,
Thank you so much for the awesome cookies.
They really helped me to focus on my finals.
My friends and I really enjoyed them.
Thank you again for thinking of me.
Justin Cloud

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April 30, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2008
The Church will be open from 6:30 a.m. for those who wish to pray at the church for the nation’s needs through the day. A prayer guide will be provided.
A prayer service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Please join us for this important time of intercessory prayer for the national.

Mother's Day Brunch
Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.
In the Fellowship Hall
All ladies of Zion are invited to a carry-in salad/dessert brunch in honor of our mothers. Hosted by Christie Weber and her dolly, the theme is "Hello Dolly." Ladies (from birth to 100) are asked to bring either a salad and/or dessert along with their favorite childhood doll or favorite childhood book and share in the memory. The fellowship hall will be transformed into a Doll Store with dolls from the private collection of Emma Weber. There will be musical entertainment and great door prizes.

VBS 2008
Hey Kids! Welcome to God’s Big Backyard: Where you’ll have a blast serving Jesus! Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as you take the love of Jesus into your neighborhoods and communities! Just take a look over your fence, and help others discover how much fun they can have serving in God’s Bib Backyard! You won’t want to miss this years Vacation Bible School, June 9-13. If you would like to volunteer please contact Kati Asay (388-4102)!
We Still Need Volunteers!
Snack Leader!!!!!!
3 puppeteers
Crew Guides (2) & Crew Guide Helpers (3)

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
Regular Sunday School classes will continue each week through the summer. We know summer is a time for traveling and vacations, but when you are in town, please join us for Sunday School and Worship. We thank everyone who will be teaching and serving through the summer months.

Sunday School Meeting
Attention All Sunday School Teachers and
Any Who Would Like to be involved!
There will be a Sunday School carry-in lunch and meeting this Sunday, May 4th, after Morning Worship in the Fellowship Hall. We will discuss a new curriculum for next Fall as well as a curriculum for this Summer. We will hand out the summer schedule too. Please plan to attend this very important meeting. Your input is much needed and appreciated! See you there!
~Jennifer & Kati

Dear Friends at Zion,
It is so hard for me to believe that I have been away from you for over a year. In fact, I went a whole year not being in Wyoming at all. That is always painful for me.
I wanted thank all of you for your continued support of my ministry. It is always a joy to go forward in your name. This year I am scheduled to go to Guatemala, Costa Rica, and to teach at Arrowhead Bible College. I am anxious to hear about plans to go to Canada (the largest non-Christian nation in the Western Hemisphere), although to date that journey is on hold. On another exciting note, I have been contact with other devoted Christians who are interested in starting a new church. I have received the go ahead from our partners and am very excited about the possibilities.
As I continue to get my plans gelled, I will keep you posted. In the meantime thanks for your prayers and financial support.
In Christ,
Bud Surles

College Cookie Thank You’s!

Dear Zion’s Women’s Ministries,
Thank you so much for the delicious box of goodies. It is very nice to know that the family and friends from Zion are thinking of me. Thanks again and I can’t wait to get home for the summer.
Love,
Steve Snyder

Dear Zion Church,
Thank you so much for the box of cookies and treats that you sent. They were delicious! It’s a little bit of home while I’m at college.
Thank You!
Zach Becker

Dear Zion’s Women Ministries,
Thank you so much for the goodies! I really appreciated them! They were great! More importantly, taking the time to bake them has always reminded me of the level of support Zion has for those of us who grew up in the church. I cannot thank you all enough for all the love and support you have shown me throughout the years. Without your support I would not be where I am today. Thanks again!
Yours and His,
Jeremiah Heiser

Dear Zion's Women's Ministry,
Thank you so much for all of the good cookies. My roommate and I really enjoyed them. I really appreciate you thinking about me and your support and prayers. Thanks once again.
Sincerely,
Mark Miller

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April 23, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Child Evangelism Board Met
Meeting Minutes
The Board met at the First Baptist Church in Thermopolis on Saturday, April 12, 2008. The meeting was conducted by CEF President, Kathy Parsons. At this meeting the new director for this coming years was introduced, Kenny Lowe. Kenny will be working as an intern for the Northwest Chapter of Child Evangelism for this year. At the end of the year he will decide if this is where he wants to work. He will be in charge of the summer programs for CEF such as 5 day clubs. Training for CYIA youth will be held in the
near future ad these are the young people who will then conduct that 5 day clubs throughout this area. He will be working very closely with Tim Hickman, State Director. Kenny comes from a small town in Missouri, population 200. He stated ha had a compassion for children ages 9-10. He hopes to visit the churches in this area to get acquainted with the Pastors.
The next meeting for the CEF Board will be held in Worland on May 31st at 10:00 am.

Love Offering FOR DR. OKELLO
A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL who shared in giving Dr. Joseph Okello a love offering of $2,315.00 on Sunday. Joseph’s ministry of dynamic preaching and beautiful music blessed our hearts. Thank you for giving him such a warm welcome.

2008 Summer VBS
Hey Kids! Welcome to God’s Big Backyard: Where you’ll have a blast serving Jesus! Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as you take the love of Jesus into your neighborhoods and communities! Just take a look over your fence, and help others discover how much fun they can have serving in God’s Bib Backyard! You won’t want to miss this years Vacation Bible School, June 9-13. If you would like to volunteer please contact Kati Asay (388-4102)!
Where Can I Volunteer?
Registration Coordinator
Community Corner Leader (Community Projects)
Backyard Food Leader (Snacks)
Crew Guides (2) & Crew Guide Helpers (3)

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
BEGINNING THIS SUNDAY @ 9:15

WAY WALKERS
New! DISCIPLESHIP CLASS TWELVE WEEKS—TWELVE TOPICS—TWELVE PEOPLE
Meets upstairs in Room 204 with Mark Hansen
Want to grow in your Christian life? Want to learn how to get more out of your prayer life and Bible reading? Want to learn how to be a more effective servant of Christ and how to use your spiritual gifts? All this and much more will be taught in this class.
Mark still has room for 3 more people in this first discipleship class. If interested in becoming part of this class, call Mark Hansen at 347-4363 or Jennifer Herrmann at 347-2266.

New! MEMBERSHIP/FRIENDSHIP CLASS FIVE WEEKS
Meets in the Chapel (just off the front of the sanctuary) Pastor Ralph Partelow and Dan Scheuerman are leaders
Want to more about Zion (its beliefs, history, ministries)? Want to know how to get involved in ministry and service? Want to become a member? Please join us this Sunday morning.

PHILIPPIANS
Ongoing study of the Book of Philippians
Meets in the Sanctuary
Pastor Steve Couch, Teacher

This Sunday Don Rabun teaches from Philippians 4 and will share his testimony of God’s working in his life during these past difficult months of illness. If at all possible, don’t miss this very special class this week!

Make attendance at one of these classes a
must every week and you’ll be glad you did.
College Cookie Thank You’s!

Zion’s Women’s Ministries,
Thank you so much for the wonderful cookies! They instantly brightened my day! I’m so blessed to have a wonderful church family at home that keeps me in their thoughts and prayers. Thank you so much! God bless!
Love,
Lissy Miller

THANK YOU SO MUCH!
The ROCK Youth Group would like to thank all those who participated in our Pancake Supper and Rent-a-kid auction. We appreciated all those who gave their time to cook our food and set up tables and chairs. We earned a grand total of $3,013.00. So go ahead and reach back there and give yourself a pat on the back. Go ahead now. Your contribution of love and support will fund youth events, discipleship training, and overall support of the ROCK youth ministry at Zion church.
Thanks again and GOD Bless,
Pastor Jason

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April 16, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Taking His Word to the Ends of the Earth...The Jewish Passover is April 20th, and we have had a letter from Rich and Julia Freeman of Chosen People Ministries. Rich is very busy this Passover season traveling and presenting the beautiful message of Yeshua, Jesus the Messiah and the Passover Lamb. He asks for our prayers for his traveling and strength. Their Messianic Center in New York is in Phase 1 of construction - read all about it in their letter on the missions bulletin board.(Rich spoke in our Worship Service October 2007)

Love Offering FOR DR. OKELLO
If you would like to give a love gift to Joseph Okello, our special missions speaker this weekend, please make your check out to ZION and write in “JOSEPH OKELLO” on the memo line of the check. Your love gift for Dr. Okello can be put in the church’s regular offering on Sunday morning. Thank you!

Fireside Chat with Dr. Joseph Okello
YOU ARE INVITED TO AN INFORMAL TIME OF DISCUSSION IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL SUNDAY NIGHT, 6:00 pm WITH DR. JOSEPH OKELLO.
You may have questions about the current state of affairs in Kenya, or Scott Theological College or Missions in general.

WOW Bible Study
WOW (Women of the Word) is starting a new Max Lucado Bible study in the book of James. WOW meets at the home of Donna Jones (608 Sagebrush Drive) every Tuesday morning at 9:30 am. Women of all ages and all walks of faith are invited to this wonderfully delightful time of study. For questions please feel free to call Donna at 347-6299.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
BEGINNING APRIL 27 @ 9:15 a.m.

NEW DISCIPLESHIP CLASS
Way Walkers will bring twelve people together for twelve Sunday mornings at 9:15 beginning April 27. Way Walkers will guide these twelve through these Christian disciplines: Scripture Reading, Prayer, Worship, Scripture Meditation, Evangelism, Serving, Stewardship, Scripture Application, Fasting, Silence and Solitude, Journaling, and Learning. Way Walkers enrollment may be limited. Enroll with Mark Hansen or at the church office.

NEW FRIENDSHIP/MEMBERSHIP CLASS
will meet for five weeks covering such topics as 1) what the church believes, 2) where the church came from (history), what the church does (ministries) and more. MUST SIGN UP on sheet on bulletin board or tell the Pastor or Jennifer. Class will meet in the Pastor’s office. Pastor Ralph Partelow and Elder Dan Scheuerman, leaders.

PHILIPPIANS
study continues in the Church sanctuary. Pastor Steve Couch, teacher.
Make attendance at one of these classes a
must every week and you’ll be glad you did.

Mother's Day BrunchSaturday,
May 3, 10 a.m.
In the Fellowship Hall
All ladies of Zion are invited to a carry-in salad/dessert brunch in honor of our mothers. Hosted by Christie Weber and her dolly, the theme is "Hello Dolly." Ladies (from birth to 100) are asked to bring either a salad and/or dessert along with their favorite childhood doll or favorite childhood book and share in the memory. The fellowship hall will be transformed into a Doll Store with dolls from the private collection of Emma Weber. There will be musical entertainment and great door prizes.

VBS 2008
Hey Kids! Welcome to God’s Big Backyard: Where you’ll have a blast serving Jesus! Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as you take the love of Jesus into your neighborhoods and communities! Just take a look over your fence, and help others discover how much fun they can have serving in God’s Bib Backyard! You won’t want to miss this years Vacation Bible School, June 9-13. If you would like to volunteer please contact Kati Asay (388-4102)!
Where Can I Volunteer?
Registration Coordinator
Community Corner Leader (Community Projects)
Backyard Food Leader (Snacks)
Clothesline Creations Leader (Crafts)
Crew Guides (3) & Crew Guide Helpers (3)

College Cookie Thank You’s!
Zion Women’s Ministries,
Thanks so much for the box of cookies. It was a really nice surprise and they will definitely get eaten. I really appreciate you guys thinking of me.
Thanks so much,
Jamie Jackson

Greetings from Laramie!
I would like to thank the Women's Ministry and all those that volunteered in helping with the boxes of goodies that were sent out! It is very much appreciated and is a good reminder of home. Hopefully, all is well for everyone in Worland, and I am looking forward to coming home for the summer which is less then a month away now! Anyways, thanks again and God bless!!
Sincerely,
David Schneider

Dear Zion Family,
We are so grateful for your continued support as we continue our time in Dallas. The cookies were fabulous and we needed the sugar pick-me-up mid-semester. As we devoured the cookies, we were thinking of all your smiling faces. You have richly blessed us and we are very grateful. God bless you all.
God's love and blessings,
Jason and Kaylan Snyder

CELL PHONE vs. BIBLE
I wonder what would happen if we treated our Bibles like we treat our cell phone?
~What if we carried it around in our purses/pockets?
~What if we flipped through it several times a day?
~What if we turned back to go get it if we forgot it?
~What if we used it to receive messages from the text?
~What if we treated it like we couldn't live without it?
~What if we gave it to Kids as gifts?
~What if we used it when we traveled?
~What if we used it in case of emergency?
This is something to make you go....hmmmm...where is my Bible? Oh, and one more thing. Unlike our cell phone, we don't have to worry about our Bible being disconnected because Jesus already paid the bill. Makes you stop and think "where are my priorities?"
And no dropped calls!

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April 09, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Missions Corner
The Evangelical Lutheran ministry in Saratov, Russia is continuing to build their church addition! Winter has been really cold and work has been hard, but the congregation sees the Lord working. The letter from Alexander Scheiermann shares the testimony of Paul Schulz - how he found the Lord Jesus through many personal problems and heavy times. As you read his words you hear his broken English - but your also hear his love for the Lord and his dedication. Read this letter on the Missions Bulletin Board in the hall.

You’re Invited
Hey kids! Welcome to God’s Big Backyard: Where you’ll have a blast serving Jesus! Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as you take the love of Jesus into your neighborhoods and communities! Just take a look over your fence, and help others discover how much fun they can have serving in God’s Bib Backyard!
You won’t want to miss this years Vacation Bible School, June 9-13. We are currently taking volunteers.

The following positions need filled for our 2008 VBS!
Registration Coordinator
Community Corner Leader (Community Projects)
Backyard Food Leader (Snacks)
Backyard Fun Leader (Games)
Clothesline Creations Leader (Crafts)
Crew Guides (3)
Crew Guide Helper (3)

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April 02, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Spring Missions Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, April 19 & 20
Special guest- Dr. Joseph Okello. Dr. Okello is a Kenyan national who has been studying and teaching in the U.S. for the past ten years. Joseph is a graduate of Scott Theological College in Kenya. He earned Music and Theology degrees at Asbury Seminary in Kentucky as well as a PhD from the University of Kentucky. He has been a professor of philosophy and theology at both Asbury and the University of Kentucky and has authored a book entitled “The Case for Miracles”. Joseph was a former student of Pastor Partelow at Scott College who taught him theology, hermeneutics (Bible Interpretation), preaching and piano. Joseph is a gifted speaker as well as an accomplished musician and soloist. Please mark your calendars for this special Mission Weekend.

The Bloomery
Where women blossom in faith and friendship
Cultivate a friendship with Jesus
as you dig into God’s Word!

Saturday, April 26, 9 am - 5 pm
Victory Fellowship Church
3219 Sheridan Ave. Cody, WY

Fee is $25 per person which includes
lunch, snacks and a journal.
Open to all women 13 to 100!

On this women’s retreat we’ll freshen our hearts with enriching activities, devotions and bouquets of fun! ~ Diana Dobson

DIRECTORY PROOF HAS BEEN SENT!
Thank you to all who took the time to review the proof of our new directory. A big thanks to Marc Gehrts who took pictures of our church activities and supplied us with a large variety of photos to choose from. The proof has been sent to Olan Mills and we can expect to have it back in 4-6 weeks!

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
BEGINNING APRIL 27 9:15 a.m.

NEW DISCIPLESHIP CLASS
The freedom to grow in godliness—to naturally express Christ’s character through your own personality—is in large part dependent on a deliberate cultivation of the spiritual disciplines. Far from being legalistic, restrictive, or binding, as they are often perceived, the spiritual disciplines are actually the means to unparalleled spiritual liberty. So if you would like to embark on a lifelong quest for godliness, Disciplines for the Christian Life will help you on your way.
Way Walkers will bring twelve people together for twelve Sunday mornings at 9:15 beginning April 27. Way Walkers will guide these twelve through these Christian disciplines: Scripture Reading, Prayer, Worship, Scripture Meditation, Evangelism, Serving, Stewardship, Scripture Application, Fasting, Silence and Solitude, Journaling, and Learning. Way Walkers enrollment may be limited. Enroll with Mark Hansen or at the church office.

NEW FRIENDSHIP/MEMBERSHIP CLASS
will meet for five weeks covering such topics as 1) what the church believes, 2) where the church came from (history), what the church does (ministries) and more. MUST SIGN UP on sheet on bulletin board (location?) or tell the Pastor or Jennifer. Class will meet in the Pastor’s office. Pastor Ralph Partelow and Elder Dan Scheuerman, leaders.

PHILIPPIANS
study continues in the Church sanctuary. Pastor Steve Couch, teacher.

Make attendance at one of these classes a
must every week and you’ll be glad you did.

Chakula Thanks
A HUGE THANK YOU to all who made INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY and the CHAKULA FEST a huge blessing. The contributions of language, songs, food, decorations and myriad other talents helped to make this an event that many would like to see happen again. Steve and I enjoyed the unforgettable experience of attempting to preach in two languages, while everyone else enjoyed hearing new and different sounds.
Blessings,
Pastor Ralph Partelow

More Thanks
Dear Pastor Partelow and My Church Family,
Thank you for your card and the book by Max Lucado. The book has good stories and advise. Thank you for encouraging me and for your prayers.
God Bless You All,
Nate McMartin

Reception For The Taylor’s
Join us this Sunday, immediately following the Morning Service, for a reception in honor of Jason & Amanda Taylor, our new Minister of Youth and Worship.

Dear Church Family and Friends,
I am writing to inform you of the latest and exciting news in my internship here a the Honor Academy here in Garden Valley, Texas. I have recently been accepted to attend a mission trip to New York. At the Honor Academy we are required to attend a short term mission in order to complete our requirements. The trip is scheduled for June 26th through July 12th. Once in New York the team and I will bring the light and love of Christ to many different people everyday through acting in plays, helping with building projects if needed, and so much more. The total cost of this trip is $1,562.85 which includes the cost of airfare, accommodations, food and training. My first installment of $781 is due by May 19th. Any amount you can give will be greatly appreciated. If you would like to support me in this exciting opportunity, please make your checks out to Teen Mania Ministries, with 2452466 on the memo line. This is my personal ID and it will ensure that your check gets into my account. PLEASE do not write my name anywhere on the check. Sent checks to:
Teen Mania Ministries
C/O Global Expeditions
Attn. Finances
P.O Box 2000
Garden Valley, TX 75771
You may also may a donation using my ID Number online at www.globalexpeditions.com
May God bless and keep you and make His face shine upon you.
In His Service,
Sarah Garnett

Zion Annual Youth Fundraiser!!
Pancake Supper &Rent - A Kid Auction

THIS Sunday@ 5:30pm

Youth auction Follows
Admission
Adults $5.00 / Kids under 12yrs $3.00

Upcoming Events
Apr. 6 - Message- God Behind the Scenes
* Reception for Jason and Amanda Taylor
following the Worship Service
* Pancake Supper/Rent-A-Kid Auction @ 5:30pm
April 7 - Cookies for College Kids
April 18 - Mission Committee Dinner @ Partelow's
Apr. 19 - Carry-in Dinner in Fellowship Hall @ 5:30
Apr. 20 - Special speaker - Dr. Joseph Okello
May 1 - National Day of Prayer
May 3 - Mother’s Day Brunch ~ Hello Dolly @ 10 am
June 9-13 - Vacation Bible School
God’s Big Backyard
June 13-21 - Navajo Mission Trip

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March 26, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Praises
Thank you, Lord...
* Wonderful Easter Season. A beautiful worship service with wonderful music and almost 400 in attendance.
* Jason & Amanda Taylor will be with us in Worship this Sunday.
* Healing, and continued healing, of so many of our brothers and sisters.

LIBRARY NEWSAngels on Assignment
By Chas & Frances Hunter
There is a lot of interest and wonder in the angelic dimension. Jesus is the center of all things and the angles proclaim Him. This book is the true story of an ordinary man who has experienced an extraordinary series of events.
Come check it out!
It’s in your church library!

DIRECTORY PROOF IS IN!
A proof of the new church directory is in. We are asking that you please take a moment to double check for correct spelling of names, phone numbers, addresses etc. Please check both the pictorial directory and the address directory in the back. The proof will be placed in the Fellowship Hall and will only be here for ONE WEEK! It will be sent in on Monday, March 31st. Thank You!

“HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD” DVD IS HERE!
The amazing DVD “How Great Is Our God”, by Louie Giglio, that was viewed during Sunday School IS HERE! The cost for each DVD is $15. You may pick them up in the church office at your convenience. Please make your checks payable to the church. If you have any questions call the church office.

Want to order your own?...
I have had several requests for more DVD’s of the “How Great Is Our God” video. I did order extra, but they have been taken. If you would like to order one for yourself, here is the website.
www.store268.com
To the left of the page, you’ll see a column that says “TOP 10”. Click on the link that says “How Great Is Our God”. Specify how many DVD’s you want in the “quantity” box, then click “add to cart”. Next, click on the “check out” box. That will bring up a secure page where you will enter your billing and shipping information. If you have any problems, please call me and I will walk you through it. Happy Shopping!

NEW FRIENDSHIP/MEMBERSHIP CLASS
If you are interested in joining the church or just finding out about Zion, please let the pastor know. The class will meet for five weeks during the Sunday School hour at 9:15 a.m. covering the doctrine, history, and ministries of the church. It will give you a chance to become more acquainted with and involved in the church.

WEB SITE UPDATE
If you would like to help freshen up Zion’s website and are knowledgeable of webpage building please let me know. I would like to add a few nifty features to the site. ~Jennifer

Spring Missions Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, April 19 & 20
Special guest- Dr. Joseph Okello. Dr. Okello is a Kenyan national who has been studying and teaching in the U.S. for the past ten years. Joseph is a graduate of Scott Theological College in Kenya. He earned Music and Theology degrees at Asbury Seminary in Kentucky as well as a PhD from the University of Kentucky. He has been a professor of philosophy and theology at both Asbury and the University of Kentucky and has authored a book entitled “Miracles”. Joseph was a former student of Pastor Partelow at Scott College who taught him theology, hermeneutics (Bible Interpretation), preaching and piano. Joseph is a gifted speaker as well as an accomplished musician and soloist. Please mark your calendars for this special Mission Weekend.

AMBASSADORS IN ACTION - USA, INC
Cathy Kreis’ recent personal letter to the Zion church is signed “Your sister serving joyfully!” - and what a terrific letter it is! She tells about her Navajo work finished up in 2007, the early plans for 2008 - AND her plans for completing a Fiji documentary - she’ll go there in May to gather history, interviews and photos. She also sent “Notes from the Southwest” which is her newsletter from Kingman, AZ.
Check it out on the Missions bulletin board in the hall!

Confirmed Thanks
Thank you so much!“I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.“
Philippians 1:3
Dear Zion evangelical Lutheran Church,
Thank you for the nice card and wonderful devotion book. Sincerely,
Cassie Hefenieder

Thank You
Dear Members of Zion Church,
Thank you for the gift of the book and your support of our confirmation class this year. Pastor Partelow made our sessions interesting and fun while helping us grow in Christ. Alec Hampton

Thank You for Your Hard Work
We would like to extend a special thanks to Marylou Hunter and Donna Jones for their creative hard work in fashioning together the beautiful banners which have been displayed in the Sanctuary over this Easter season. Thank you for using your
creativity for God’s glory.

Zion Annual Youth Fundraiser!!
Pancake Supper &
Rent - A Kid Auction
Coming Sunday, April 6th.
Supper begins At 5:30pm
Youth auction Follows
Admission
Adults $5.00 / Kids under 12yrs $3.00Please come and support our youth by enjoying a great meal and "buying" a young person to do your dirty work for you.

Upcoming Events
Mar. 30 - International Sunday (Chakulafest)
Message- What Everybody Knows About God
Apr. 6 - Message- God Behind the Scenes
* Reception for Jason and Amanda Taylor
following the Worship Service
* Pancake Supper/Rent-A-Kid Auction @ 5:30pm
April 7 - Cookies for College Kids
Apr. 19,20 - Spring Missions Weekend
Special speaker- Dr. Joseph Okello
May 1 - National Day of Prayer
May 3 - Mother’s Day Brunch ~ Hello Dolly @10am
June 9-13 - Vacation Bible School
God’s Big Backyard
June 13-21 - Navajo Mission Trip

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March 21, 2008

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LIBRARY NEWSAnd Then We Were Women
By Dee Brestin
This personal study book explores the impact of women’s friendships on marriage and mothering. The author also looks within the family at sisters, daughters, and the ex-wife/new-wife relationship.
Come check it out.
It’s in your church library!

DIRECTORY PROOF IS IN!
A proof of the new church directory is in. We are asking that you please take a moment to double check for correct spelling of names, phone numbers, addresses etc. Please check both the pictorial directory and the address directory in the back. The proof will only be here for ONE WEEK! It will be sent in on Monday, March 31st. Thank You!

COOKIES FOR COLLEGE KIDS
Women’s Ministry is again sending out boxes of cookies for our college students who are away from home. Boxes will be assembled April 7th at 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Volunteers are needed for baking and packaging. Please call Sarah Lungren (347-3960) to volunteer.
Parents: WE NEED A HEAD COUNT,
so please call the church office to
request a box for your student or
to verify their address.

WEB SITE UPDATE
If you would like to help freshen up Zion’s website and are knowledgeable of webpage building please let me know. I would like to add a few nifty features to the site. ~Jennifer

STRONG BACKS NEEDED
Jason and Amanda Taylor will arrive on Friday, March 28th. Steve is asking for a few good men to help unload what little things they have. They will be here sometime in the afternoon of the 28th. If you are willing and able to help, please call Steve to volunteer.

Opportunity Knocks!
Please help us welcome the Taylors to our family by helping fill their home with canned goods, paper supplies or anything you would like to contribute. Non-perishables can be left in Jason’s office anytime in the coming week. Perishable goods can be brought to his home on Wednesday the 26th or Thursday the 27th. Please note: Jason is extremely allergic to pineapple.
Thank you so much for your help!

ALTAR LAVISHED WITH LILIES
If you’d like to help decorate the altar area for Easter, please bring your lilieson Friday or by 9:30 am on Saturday.

CHAKULAFEST
JAMBO! Join us for the Chakula (food) fest right after the morning service. Your plate will be filled with many tasty “mini-bites” from countries like, Kenya, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, the Middle East, China and perhaps England are presently on the menu. But there is room for many more! There is NO CHARGE for this meal, although a donation basket will be present to receive any love offerings for the future Kenya trip. If you would like to prepare an ethnic dish that would be able to be served in small portions to approximately 100 people, please contact Jackie Becker (347-8379) or Sandi Mischke (347-4159) as soon as possible. They will say, “Na kwenda wewe.”

Zion Annual Youth Fundraiser!!
Pancake Supper &
Rent - A Kid Auction
Coming Sunday
April 6th
Supper begins At 5:00pm
Youth auction Follows
Admission
Adults $5.00
Kids under 12yrs $3.00
Please come and support our youth by enjoying a great meal and "buying" a young person to do your dirty work around the house!

Upcoming Events

Mar. 23 - Easter Sunday Message- Jesus Lives!
6:30 am - Sunrise Service @ the Banjo
9:30 am - Communion Service
10:30 am - Easter Morning Worship

March 28 - Jason and Amanda Taylor arrive

Mar. 30 - International Sunday (Chakulafest)
Message- What Everybody Knows About God

Apr. 6 - Message- God Behind the Scenes
* Reception for Jason and Amanda Taylor
following the Worship Service
* Pancake Supper/Rent-A-Kid Auction @ 5:30pm

April 7 - Cookies for College Kids

Apr. 19,20 - Spring Missions Weekend
Special speaker- Dr. Joseph Okello

May 3 - Mother’s Day Brunch ~ Hello Dolly @10am

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In Pastor's Words

The Empty Tomb
A Sunday School teacher once asked the children in her class to bring plastic eggs on Easter Sunday, each one filled with something that symbolized the meaning of the resurrection. The day came, and the teacher took each child’s egg in turn, opening it and making a point of amplifying and reinforcing its meaning. One child had a tiny flower, and the teacher spoke of the new life that springs forth at Easter. Another egg contained a crayoned picture of Christ, and the teacher spoke of that. Another had a small nail, and the point was made about the nails of the cross. Another had a round pebble that represented the stone that had guarded the tomb. But the teacher was dumbfounded when she opened the egg of seven year old Brian, a mentally challenged boy, and found nothing there. With a surprised look, the teacher glanced at Brian who immediately spoke up and announced: “It’s full of emptiness—just like the tomb of Jesus.” His egg was the best of all. (From the Book, Jerusalem to Irian Jaya).

This Sunday we meet to celebrate the empty tomb and mighty resurrection of Jesus and invite you to join us for:

Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m.
(At the Banjo Ranch/Led by the Youth)

Communion at 9:30 a.m.

Easter Worship at 10:30 a.m.

Join us this Sunday for a wonderfully blessed Easter Service.
Pastor Ralph Partelow

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March 12, 2008

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HIGHLIGHTS For March 30th
* Pastor Partelow and Pastor Couch will deliver the sermon together in Swahili and English in the morning worship service
* Chakulafest (International food fest) after the service for everyone in the Fellowship Hall

Confirmed This Sunday
Alec Hampton
Cassie Hefenieder
Nathan McMartin

LIBRARY NEWS
A Shepherds Look at Psalm 23
By Phillip Keller
See this favorite Psalm in a new way: see with the Shepherd’s eyes, touch with His hands, fell with His heart through this intimate look into the full life of our Lord - the Great Shepherd.
Come check it out.
It’s in your church library!

MISSING BOWLS
It’s the case of the missing bowls. Can you solve the mystery?
What: Two very large plastic bowls used frequently by the Wednesday Night Cook Teams.
When: date unknown.
Where: Last seen in the church pantry.
If you have any information on the whereabouts of these bowls please call the church office at 347-2266, or return them to the pantry.

COLLEGE COOKIES ARE COMING SOON!
Women’s Ministry is again sending out boxes of cookies for our college students who are away from home. Boxes will be assembled April 7th at 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Volunteers are needed for baking and packaging. Please call Sarah Lungren (347-3960) to volunteer.

Chakulafest
International Sunday
Set aside the afternoon of March 30th, following Morning Worship, for a food fest you won’t forget! Volunteers are needed for this afternoon of different cultural food. If you are interested in cooking an authentic dish please contact Jackie Becker @ 347-8379.

Parents: please call the church office to request a box for your student or to verify their address.
OUR DAILY BREAD
THEY ARE HERE! The April, May, June edition of Our Daily Bread, in large print are here. They will be placed in the Narthex for you who would like to pick one up. Should you wish to reserve one just call the office and I will set one back for you.

WEB SITE UPDATE
Many comments and concerns have been voiced about our church website and its inaccurate information. I appreciate the concern and am please to hear our members visit the site. However, due to a minor computer problem I’ve been unable to update the weekly schedules and staff pages. We are currently in the process of fixing the glitches and your patience and understanding is appreciated. We hope to have it updated soon. If you would like to help freshen up Zion’s website and are knowledgeable of webpage building please let me know. I would like to add a few nifty features to the site. ~Jennifer

ALTAR LAVISHED WITH LILIES
If you’d like to help decorate the altar area for Easter, please bring your lilies on Friday or by 9:30 am on Saturday.

LENTEN BREAKFAST
The annual Lenten Breakfast is scheduled for this coming Tuesday, March 18th at 6:30 am in the Fellowship Hall. The spiritually uplifting message and music will be sure to ready your heart for the miracle of Easter. All women are encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there!

Special Thanks
A special thank you to each and everyone of you for the cards, phone calls, visits, and food you brought in . It meant so much to me and my family.
Thank You.
Jim, Denise, Gary, Cheryl and Matt
Love You All

Thank You So Very Much
To the Family of Zion, I would like to thank Pastor Partelow, family and friends of Zion for your cards and prayers during my surgery and recovery. Thank you Pastor for the many visits.
God Bless You All,
Mark Lungren

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March 05, 2008

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LIBRARY NEWS
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior
By Max Lucado
In your Bible of over a thousand pages, what matters? Among all the do’s and don’ts and shoulds and shouldn’ts, what is essential? What is indispensable? The Old Testament? The New? Grace? Baptism?
You’ve probably wrestled with these questions. Maybe you’ve gone through the acts of religion and faith and yet found yourself more often that not a dry well. Prayers seem empty. Goals seem unthinkable. Christianity becomes a warped record full of highs and low and off-key notes.
1 Corinthians 15 - For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures. That he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, then the twelve.There it is. Almost too simple. Jesus was killed, buried, and resurrected. Surprised? The part that matters is the cross. No more and no less. The cross is what counts. My, what a piece of wood!
Come check it out.
It’s in your church library!

OUR DAILY BREAD
They have arrived! The April, May, June edition of Our Daily Bread, in large print are here. They will be placed in the Narthex for you who would like to pick one up. Should you wish to reserve one just call the office and I will set one back for you.

“HOW GREAT IS UR GOD”DVD’S FOR SALE
The amazing DVD “How Great Is Our God”, by Louie Giglio, was viewed during Sunday School last Sunday, and is available for you to purchase. The cost of the DVD is $15.00. If you wish to buy a copy please call the church office before Friday, March 7th. The order will be placed ON FRIDAY. Once the DVD’s arrive you may pay for them in the church office as well. Don’t want to buy the DVD? That’s okay, there are TWO available for check out in the Zion Library!

Coming Soon…
New Friendship/Membership Class
begins soon. Would you like to find out about Zion and/or join the church. Please speak to Pastor Partelow or call the church office to let us know.

VARIOUS CONTAINERS NEEDED!
The Wednesday Night Cook teams are in need of any containers you may have. For example, cottage cheese, butter (large and small) sour cream, or any other small to medium containers you may have lying around. They use them for sending home and storing leftover food from the dinners. Please drop them off in the kitchen here at the church. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

COLLEGE COOKIES ARE COMING SOON!
Women’s Ministry is again sending out boxes of cookies for our college students who are away from home. Boxes will be assembled April 7th at 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Volunteers are needed for baking and packaging. Please call Sarah Lungren (347-3960) to volunteer. Parents: please call the church
office to request a box for your
student or to verify their address.
Easter Sunday Schedule
March 23rd
6:30 am Sunrise Service at the Banjo
9:30 am Communion Service
10:30 am Morning Service

Deepest Sympathy
Our deepest sympathy goes to Dorothy Schleiger and her family as they mourn the passing of loving husband and friend, Art Schleiger who went to be with the Lord on Monday evening.

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February 29, 2008

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LIBRARY NEWS
Pilgrimage of a Country Preacher
a journey to the Holy Land of Appalachia
By Father Ralph W. Beiting
~ He was called to Appalachia to build church communities and ease the pain caused by poverty.
~ Read about this interdenominational Christian organization with over 70 programs and activities to bring home a peace to those in need.
~ Read about one of the largest relief organizations in America.
Come check it out.
It’s in your church library!

PSALM CHOIR TO SING AT ZION
Zion in pleased to welcome the Psalm Choir Wednesday, March 5th @ 6:30-7:00 pm during our Lenten Service. The Psalm Choir is comprised of 40-45 voices and originated from three churches in the Worland Community over 10 years ago. Today its members are made up of a variety of local churches who frequent the church houses in the community throughout the Christian holidays. They sing a wide variety of music ranging from modern to classical to negro-spiritual pieces. Currently, the choir is directed by Dan Fredrick and accompanied by Celia Davis. Be sure to set aside this very special evening as we
enjoy the spiritually uplifting music presented by our local Psalm Choir.

“HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD”
DVD’S FOR SALE

“He is the image of the
invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in Heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or
dominions or principalities or powers. All things were
created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” Colossians 1:15-17

The amazing DVD “How Great Is Our God”, by Louie Giglio, was viewed during Sunday School last Sunday, and is available for you to purchase. The cost of the DVD is $15.00. If you wish to buy a copy please call the church office before Friday, March 7th. The order will be placed ON FRIDAY. Once the DVD’s arrive you may pay for them in the church office as well. Don’t want to buy the DVD? That’s okay, there are TWO available for check out in the Zion Library!

Welcome New Members
This Sunday...
Dan & Kristy Hansen
Wade & Kim Sanford
Jim Vanderwoude
Please join us this Sunday in welcoming these
new members in a reception in the Fellowship Hall following the Morining Service.

FOOD BANK
Thank you for supporting our local Food Bank. Many in our community struggle financially and are still in need of your contributions. Please drop off your items in the box in the Narthex and I will collect them. Whatever you can bring will be
appreciated. ~Helen Schoeler

NICE WORK!
Just a quick Sunday School Attendance Contest Update. We hit 150 on Sunday. Very well done. With your help we can reach 208 this Sunday.
Help us reach our goal of 208 in the next two weeks.
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Mar. 2-Message-The Hereafter: What We Must Know

Mar. 5 - Psalm Choir

Mar. 9 - Time change!
Sunday School Contest ends
Message- Nicodemus

Mar. 12- Confirmation Class Exam, 6:30 p.m.

Mar. 16- Palm Sunday
Message- Portraits of Christ

Mar. 18 - Lenten Breakfast @ 6:30 am

Mar. 20- Maundy Thursday Communion Service,7pm

Mar. 23 - Easter Sunday Message- Jesus Lives!
6:30 am - Sunrise Service @ the Banjo
9:30 am - Communion Service
10:30 am - Easter Morning Worship

Mar. 30 - International Sunday (Chakulafest)
Message- What Everybody Knows About God
Chakula (international food) Fest following Worship

1st Week in April - Cookies for College Kids

Apr. 6 - Message- God Behind the Scenes
Pancake Supper @ 5:30 pm

Apr. 19,20 - Spring Missions Weekend
Special speaker- Dr. Joseph Okello

May 10 - Mother’s Day Brunch ~ Hello Dolly @ 10am

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February 20, 2008

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LIBRARY NEWS
The Ten Commandments Mystery Series
By Elspeth Campbell
Hey kids! Did you know there are mysteries to solve in the church library? Come read about the T.C.D.C. (that’s Three Cousins Detective Club). There’s a book for every commandment (that means there are 10 in the series). If you’re in second or third grade and enjoy adventure, these books are for you!
Come check it out.
It’s in your church library!

NEW CHAIRS
A donation for new chairs for
Fellowship Dinners and Bereavement Dinners was made late last year.
After much deliberation and sampling, a chair was chosen and purchased. Now they have arrived. We hope you will enjoy the comfort of this new design. Please note these are to be used for church dinners only. If you need to borrow chairs for an event of your own, please feel free to use the older chairs which are being stored upstairs. Thank you!
~Jennifer

ZION’S NEW
MINISTER OF YOUTH AND WORSHIP
We are excited to announce that on Sunday, February 17, Zion voted 97.6% to call Jason Taylor for the position of Minister of Youth and Worship. Jason and his wife, Amanda, will join us sometime in March.
Pray for them to be able to take care of all of the details concerning their move out to Wyoming from Tennessee and that God would give them a fruitful ministry here at Zion and in the Worland Community.

Sunday School This Week
Adults are invited to a special showing of Louis
Giglio’s How Great Is Our God at 9:15 a.m.
Remember “Indescribable?” This is the follow up video that promises to amaze our minds and minister to our hearts...

He's big enough to breathe out stars, yet intricate enough to fashion together the trillions of cells that make up every facet of who you are. The God who spoke the universe into existence made you, too, and knows everything about you. From the smallest molecule to the situation you find yourself in right now, He's aware of your circumstances and intimately acquainted with everything you do. And He cares about you and promises to carry you through.

Bring a friend with you this week!

ONLY THREE MORE WEEKS!!
That’s right. If we can reach at least 208 in Sunday School for the next three weeks, Pastors Ralph and Steve will present a sermon in the morning worship in Swahili and English. Help us reach our goal!
Please join us, bring friends and pray that
we can meet this goal for the glory of God.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY MEETING
Women’s Ministry will hold a meeting, Wednesday, February 27th at 7:00 pm immediately following the Lenten Service. The meeting will be held in the
Fellowship Hall with the program being given by Mary Ellen Girard. Some of the topics to be discussed are:
* Finalize Lenten Breakfast Details
* Cookies for College Kids: Sign-up
Don’t miss this wonderful time to commune
and fellowship with the women of Zion.
We look forward to seeing you there!

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February 13, 2008

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LIBRARY NEWS
Dinner with a Perfect Stranger
By David Gregory
The main character, Nick, accepts an invitation to dine with Jesus. What follows is a fascinating conversation that covers family relationships, world religions, and the afterlife, among other topics - all addressed in a simple, easy-to-understand manner. Along the way, Nick confronts his own unfulfilled longings, spiritual uncertainties, and anger with God- and he begins to wonder if the man across from him holds the answers.
This is engaging, entertaining reading at its best!
Come check it out.
It’s on your church library!

LENTEN SERVICES
Lenten Services have begun and will continue each Wednesday at 6:30 pm until March 12th. Lent is a time of soul-searching and repentance. It is a season for reflection and taking stock of our spiritual lives and our relationship with the Lord. Lent originated in the very early days of the Church as a preparatory time for Easter, when the faithful rededicated themselves and when converts were instructed in the faith and prepared for baptism. By observing the forty days of Lent, the individual Christian imitates Jesus’ withdrawal into the wilderness for forty days. Come join together as we prepare for the blessing of Easter.

Our deepest and most sincere condolences go to the families of Eileen Soller, Katherine Bybee, and Molly Eckert, who have gone to be with the Lord.

The American Cancer Society’s
Daffodil Days
There is a sign up sheet in the Fellowship
Hall for all who would like to purchase
daffodils. The cost is
1-4 Bundles -$8.00
5 Bundles - $37.00
10 Bundles - $70.00
All proceeds go to the
American Cancer Society

A Friendly, Warm, Humble
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
To our church family who responded to the call and offered an invitation to a friend, To my committee friends who served humbly, flexibly, and willingly to complete all the essential components needed for the reception and gifts to present on Friendship Sunday--Karen D, Peggy M, Ruth D, Kay S, Dora F, Punkie P, Jennifer H, Denise C, and Donna J and To our dear Pastor Ralph for his inception of the event, his inspiration of ideas, his never-ending shepherd's love for his "flock" and lost sheep, and his heart-challenging sermon of how far Godly friendship should go. May every Sunday be Friendship Sunday. To God be the glory!
In Jesus' Love,
Sandi

DIRECTORY UPDATE
It seems like forever since we started the new directory. We thank you for your patience as we compiled hundreds of pictures and worked through staff transitions. We FINALLY have it done and will be submitting our proof to Olan Mills this week. It will take about two weeks to get Olan Mills’ proof and then another month after that to get the finished directory in. Long story short, you will have your NEW and UPDATED directory in about 6-8 weeks. Thanks again for all your cooperation and patience during this project. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to call Sally Reuer (347-4971)

WE HAVE…

A NEW BUS
A 1996 Bluebird 72 passenger bus has been
purchased for the church by an anonymous donor. The cost for the bus was $6,750.00. If you would like to donate to offset this cost, please specify “bus” on the memo line of your contribution.
Thank you so much for your support!

AND NEW CHAIRS
A donation for new chairs for Fellowship Dinners and
Bereavement Dinners was made late last year. After much deliberation and sampling a chair was chosen and purchased. Now they have arrived. We hope you will enjoy the comfort of this new design. Please note these are to be used for church dinners only. If you need to barrow chairs for an event of your own, please feel free to use the older chairs which are
being stored upstairs. Thank you!
~Jennifer

PSALM CHOIR TO SING AT ZION
Zion in pleased to welcome the Psalm Choir Wednesday, March 5th @ 6:30-7:00 pm during our Lenten Service. The Psalm Choir is comprised of 40-45 voices and originated from three churches in the Worland Community over 10 years ago. Today its members are made up of a variety of local churches who frequent the church houses in the community throughout the Christian holidays. They sing a wide variety of music ranging from modern to classical to negro-spiritual pieces. Currently, the choir is directed by Dan Fredrick and accompanied by Celia Davis. Be sure to set aside this very special evening as we enjoy the spiritually uplifting music presented by our local The Psalm Choir.

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February 06, 2008

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strong>Celebrate Life After 50, by Roger PalmsAre you thinking the author is crazy? Absolutely NOT! Ministry and church service after 50?! Absolutely YES!
Why now? These are the years when your wisdom, energy, and availability combine for great effectiveness in ministry.
Why service? When you look back over your life, nothing you could pursue could ever be as fulfilling and rewarding as impacting other.
Why me? You can offer what younger people may not have - the wisdom of experience, spiritual depth and time. The world need more models of maturity in auction!
Come check it out.
It’s on your church library!

WE HAVE A NEW BUS!
A 1996 Bluebird 72 passenger bus has been purchased for the church by an anonymous donor. The cost for the bus was $6,750.00. If you would like to donate to offset this cost, please specify “bus” on the memo line of your contribution. Thank you so much for your support!

The American Cancer Society’s
Daffodil Days
There is a sign up sheet in the Fellowship
Hall for all who would like to purchase
daffodils. The cost is
1-4 Bundles -$8.00
5 Bundles - $37.00
10 Bundles - $70.00
All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society

DIRECTORY UPDATE
It seems like forever since we started the new directory. We thank you for your patience as we compiled hundreds of pictures and worked through staff transitions. We FINALLY have it done and will be submitting our proof to Olan Mills early next week. It will take about two weeks to get Olan Mills’ proof and then another month after that to get the finished directory in. Long story short, you will have your NEW and UPDATED directory in about 6-8 weeks. Thanks again for all your cooperation and patience during this project. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to call Sally Reuer (347-4971).

Mark Your Calendars
On the weekend of February 15th, we are excited to welcome Jason and Amanda Taylor to Zion as Jason comes to candidate for our Minister of Youth and Worship position. Jason is 28 years old and hails from Jefferson City, Tennessee. Jason has a Bachelors Degree in Religion from Carson Newman College, and has previously served as a youth minister at two churches. He also has extensive experience as a counselor to troubled teens. Amanda is 25 years old, and is also from Jefferson City. She is also a graduate of Carson Newman College, and loves to sing. If Jason is called to Zion, he and I will work together very closely in leading the youth ministry. I’m impressed with Jason’s heart for Jesus, his love for young people, and his ability to relate to them. Jason also brings a level of creativity, energy, and musical ability that is much needed in the youth ministry right now. I would like to invite all of you to come and meet Jason and Amanda on this weekend. The teens will have an opportunity to hang out with Jason on Friday evening, Feb 15th (time & details TBA), and entire congregation will get to come and meet Jason and Amanda at a carry-in dinner in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday evening, Feb 16th, at 6:00pm. These will be great opportunities for you to get to know the Taylors before Sunday’s vote. Hope to see everyone there!
Pastor Steve

Greetings from troubled Kenya,
I know many of you have wondered what is going on in Kenya and how we are doing. It's hard to report, because as things seem to be going in a positive direction in one aspect, violence continues to break out in other areas. Kofi Annan has brought the two sides together and begun mediation talks, but other ethnic factions have taken the opportunity to take revenge on earlier incidences of violence. It is very sad and we really don't know what to expect from day to day. We here at RVA and Kijabe are not threatened, but travel is often disrupted, and many of our Kenyan friends have been closely affected by the loss of family, or friends. The death toll is over 800 and there are hundreds of thousands of displaced people. I hope this helps clarify our situation. We appreciate your prayers for Kenya and the many people who have lost homes and loved ones. Blessings, Alan and Sara

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January 30, 2008

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COORDINATOR NEEDED
Due to health concerns Denise Cloud will be resigning as the Wednesday Night Dinner coordinator. She will continue through the remainder of this year, but a replacement will be needed soon after. If you are interested in taking on this much appreciated ministry, please contact either Sarah Lungren
(347-3960) or Denise Cloud (347-8447) as soon as you can. Thank you Denise for your years of faithful service.

MEALS ON WHEELS
Zion is the host for Meals on Wheels during the month of February. Women’s ministry heads up this wonderful service and is in need of some volunteers. Meals will be distributed Monday thru Friday, February 4th - 29th. Four volunteers are needed per week. If you would like to volunteer to help in any way please contact Sarah Lungren-347-3960. Sarah is in desperate need of volunteers. Please call ASAP!

Men’s Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast and Bible study has resumed. Join us each Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 am. We have started a new study in Book of Job. All men in the church are welcomed and encouraged to come.

2008 BUDGET APPROVED
We praise the Lord for the wonderful congregational meeting on January 20 at which 135 voting members attended to approve the 2008 budget of $440,621.00 A blessing for our church is that a little more than 25% is going to Missions, both domestic and foreign, meaning that Zion is touching lives for Jesus Christ around the world. May God enable all of us to give as we are able to meet or even surpass our goal, as we did in 2007.

LENTEN SERVICES
Lenten Services will begin Wednesday, February 6th starting at 7:00 pm. The services will continue each Wednesday until March 12th. Lent is a time of soul-searching and repentance. It is a season for reflection and taking stock of our spiritual lives and our relationship with the Lord. Lent originated in the very early days of the Church as a preparatory time for Easter, when the faithful rededicated themselves and when converts were instructed in the faith and prepared for baptism. By observing the forty days of Lent, the individual Christian imitates Jesus’ withdrawal into the wilderness for forty days. Come join together as we prepare our hearts for the blessing of Easter.

The Sunday School Contest is well underway. Our recent attendance has grown approximately 39%! That’s AWESOME! That averages 139 members in Sunday School each Sunday! Way to go! Our goal, as you know, is 208 and I know we can do it. We have 6 Sunday’s left and in order for Steve to preach in Swahili we need to hit that number THREE times. So let’s make the next three Sundays count by reaching 208 in 2008!
~Jennifer
Remember:
Sunday School - It’s For Life!
See you Sunday morning!

WE HAVE A NEW BUS!
A 1996 Bluebird 72 passenger bus has been purchased for the church by an anonymous donor. The cost for the bus was $6,750.00. If you would like to donate to offset this cost, please specify “bus” on the memo line of your contribution.
Thank you so much for your support!

EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE A FRIEND LIKE YOU
Umakant Gupta
Everyone should have a friend like you
You are so much fun to be with
And you are such a good person
You crack me up with laughter
And touch my heart with your kindness
You have a wonderful ability
To know when to offer advice
And when to sit in quiet support time after time
You've come to my rescue
And brightened so many of my routine days
And time after time I've realized how fortunate
I am that my life includes you
I really do believe that
Everybody should have a friend like you
But so far it looks like
You are one of a kind!

Friendship Sunday is February 10th!
Don’t forget to invite a friend to
Sunday School and Morning Worship

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January 23, 2008

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Adult Sunday School ClassesPHILIPPIANS- “Running The Race With Joy”
with Pastor Couch In the Sanctuary
Life is like a marathon. Sometimes, we find ourselves wishing that we were at an easier or more interesting point in the race. In the Book of Philippians, we find the secret to joy and contentment in the race of life, regardless of the circumstances. If you desire overflowing joy, hope for the future, a peace beyond understanding, and lasting contentment, then Philippians is the book for you! Please join us this Sunday as we learn together how to “run the race with joy.”

MEMBERSHIP/FRIENDSHIP CLASS
with Pastor Partelow, in the Pastor’s Office
This Sunday, representatives from all the church ministries will be on hand to share and answer any of your questions. Come join us!

A.B.B.A (A Band of Brothers Advancing)
with Mark Hansen in the Chapel
Discussions explore Christian fatherhood and male leadership as our Heavenly Abba and our Lord Jesus’ leadership shows. We will support and instruct one another from the Bible in how to be the men our heavenly ABBA wants us to be. This time focuses on men becoming Godly Gentlemen in the manner of Our Lord, using strength under control to benefit those we love. ABBA is a ministry by and for men of ALL ages
**Nursery available during Sunday School hour**

MEALS ON WHEELS
Zion is the host for Meals on Wheels during the month of February. Women’s ministry heads up this wonderful service and is in need of some volunteers. Meals will be distributed Monday thru Friday, February 4th - 29th. Four volunteers are needed per week. If you would like to volunteer to help in any way please contact Sarah Lungren-347-3960. February is approaching quickly so call ASAP!

LIBRARY NEWS
As Iron Sharpens Iron
By Howard & William Hendricks
Forget the idea of the old western hero riding off into the sunset. As Christians, we support one another and men are no exception. This book stresses the need for men to hammer out the nitty-gritty issues of life together through mentoring one another and seeking guidance from a Christian brother. As Iron Sharpens Iron will challenge and motivate you to lift up your brother.
Come check it out. It’s on your church library!

MEET THE TAYLORS
Come this Sunday and meet Jason and Amanda Taylor, who are visiting Zion from Tennessee to consider the position of
Minister of Youth and Worship.
Please make them feel welcome.

LENTEN SERVICES BEGIN
Lenten Services will begin Wednesday, February 6th starting at 7:00 pm. The services will continue each Wednesday until March 12th. Lent is a time of soul-searching and repentance. It is a season for reflection and taking stock of our spiritual lives and our relationship with the Lord. Lent originated in the very early days of the Church as a preparatory time for Easter, when the faithful rededicated themselves and when converts were instructed in the faith and prepared for baptism. By observing the forty days of Lent, the individual Christian imitates Jesus’ withdrawal into the wilderness for forty days. Come join together as we prepare our hearts for the blessing of Easter.

Thank You!
Dear Zion,
I want to thank you all for your prayers and support during my struggles to literally “get back on my feet”. Also, thanks to Pastors Ralph and Steve, along with others, for their visits and for the cards of support from everyone else. Progress is slow but I remain hopeful and have put my trust in Jesus to deal with whatever comes next; He is definitely in control.
In Christ’s Love,
Don Rabun.

Thanking You For
Your Servant Heart...
We bid a gracious farewell to
Lowell Peterson and John Snyder for their years of service to Zion on the Consistory.Your leadership is much appreciated.
Thank you John and Lowell!

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Rachel Scheuerman and her family has they mourn the passing of Jake Scheuerman.

Chancel Choir
ATTENTION ALL WHO SING:
Chancel Choir practices will resume on Wednesday, January 30th at 7:00 pm Please come and join us as we prepare our voices to worship the King!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
February 6, 2008 @ 5:30 pm
Chili, Cornbread, Veggie Tray,
and Red Tart Cherri Pie.
***$3.00 per adult, $2.00 per child (3-10)
or $12.00 per family (that includes all
children under 18)***
Come join in the fellowship and fun!
NOTICE:
Before taking out any contained food, (i.e. to-go-boxes or left over food) please see Denise or the Team Leader.

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January 16, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
PHILIPPIANS- “Running The Race With Joy”
with Pastor Couch In the Sanctuary
Life is like a marathon. Sometimes, we find ourselves wishing that we were at an easier or more interesting point in the race. In the Book of Philippians, we find the secret to joy and contentment in the race of life, regardless of the circumstances. If you desire overflowing joy, hope for the future, a peace beyond understanding, and lasting contentment, then Philippians is the book for you! Please join us this Sunday as we learn together how to “run the race with joy.”

MEMBERSHIP/FRIENDSHIP CLASS
with Pastor Partelow, in the Pastor’s Office
This Sunday, is the second of five classes, we will be discussing the very important topic of Zion’s
doctrinal statement. Come join us!

A.B.B.A (A Band of Brothers Advancing)
with Mark Hansen in the Chapel
Discussions explore Christian fatherhood and male leadership as our Heavenly Abba and our Lord Jesus’ leadership shows. We will support and instruct one another from the Bible in how to be the men our heavenly ABBA wants us to be. This time focuses on men becoming Godly Gentlemen in the manner of Our Lord, using strength under control to benefit those we love. ABBA is a ministry by and for men of ALL ages
**Nursery available during Sunday School hour**

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TO BE HELD
Final Notice
The Annual Meeting has been scheduled for January 20th, immediately following Morning Worship in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided.
The nominees for Consistory are:
Elders
Dan Hampton, Rick Brill ,Bob Hefenieder
Deacons
Darrell Schneider-Financial Secretary, Dave Pompei
Vance Lungren Jr., Matthew Herrmann
Reports are published and ready for your reviewing. Please note that the nursery will be available during the meeting. There will also be an activity for the older children in the Chapel.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Due to the annual meeting, we asked that ALL announcements during Morning Worship be as minimal as possible to allow more time for the meeting.. Thank You!

MONTHLY MEETING
This month’s Women’s Ministry meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 23rd at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to see you there!

LIBRARY NEWS
Teach Me Your Ways, by Kay Arthur
Could you be in need of a personal bible study this year? Teach Me Your Ways is available to you! It’s a study of the first five books of the Bible complete with questions to answer. If you made a New Year’s resolution regarding the study of the Word, this might be the tool you need. Come check it out!
It’s in your Church Library!

CONTRIBUTION BOXES
Just a friendly reminder that your contribution boxes are in the Narthex in alphabetical order. If you have given to the church in the past year, there is a box for you. The purpose of the envelopes is to help keep track of giving. I will leave them in the Narthex till this Sunday, after that I will hunt you down and give them to you.☺ Or you can come and pick them up in the office. ~ Jennifer

BOUCHARD UPDATE
Many people are wondering what's happening in Kenya now that we seem to be experiencing a relative calm and we are out of the US News headlines. We are indeed thankful for the past week of peace and calm around the country and things seem to be getting back to sense of normal. This upcoming week should be a telling week. After failed attempts by a US envoy, and the chairman of the African Union to bring the two side to talk and settled their differences, Kofi Anan will be coming to Kenya to try to settle the dispute. In the mean time president Kibaki has called for the opening of parliament on Tuesday and the opposition has called for mass action protests around the country to "show Kofi Anan and the world extent to which Kenyans are upset" Their doesn't seem to be any indication of the two sides coming to an agreeable solution anytime in the near future. We ask that you continue to pray for the country of Kenya and the leadership. As for us here at Kijabe and RVA we are safe and out of harms way in Kijabe, but getting our students here safely is the question. We are scheduled to start school on Saturday the 19th. We pray that things would remain peaceful enough that everyone could travel to RVA safely and we could be back to "normal" Again thank you for your prayers and concern.
Blessings,
Alan and Sara

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January 09, 2008

THE BUZZ AT ZION

Men’s Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast and Bible study will resume this Wednesday, January 9th from 6:00-7:00 am. They will start a new study in Book of Job. All men in the church are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS COMING!
ABBA (A Band of Brothers Advancing) The name ABBA is taken from a Bible word meaning “daddy”. Discussions will explore Christian fatherhood and male leadership as our Heavenly Abba and our Lord Jesus’ leadership shows. We will support and instruct one another from the Bible in how to be the men our heavenly ABBA wants us to be. This time focuses on men becoming Godly Gentlemen in the manner of Our Lord, using strength under control to benefit those we love. ABBA is a ministry by and for men of ALL ages. Come join this exciting new study every Sunday morning starting January 13th during the Sunday School hour.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
January 16, 2008 @ 5:30pm
Spaghetti Pie, Garlic Bread,
Salad, and Peach Crisp
Mmmm-Mmmm Good!

***$3.00 per adult, $2.00 per child (3-10)
or $12.00 per family (that includes all
children under 18)***

Come join in the fellowship and fun!

NOTICE:
Before taking out any contained food, (ie: to-go-boxes or left over food) please see Denise or the Team Leader

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TO BE HELD
Second Notice
The Annual Meeting has been scheduled for January 20th, immediately following Morning Worship in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided.

The nominees for Consistory are:
Elders
Dan Hampton
Rick Brill
Bob Hefenieder
Deacons
Darrell Schneider - Financial Secretary
Dave Pompei
Vance Lungren Jr.
Matthew Herrmann

Reports will be published and laid out in the Narthex for you to review one week prior to the meeting.

Missionary Moments
Brian Bouchard will graduate high school in July 2008 and they will all be coming to the U.S. for a year of Home Assignments. See their Christmas Newsletter on the missions bulletin board in the hall parallel to the Sanctuary.
Stan Hankins vision for his ministry is to “preach the gospel as many time, to as many people, in as many places as possible.” See his newsletter and far-reaching photos on the missions bulleting board.
Bud Surles has completed his return trip to El Salvador and Guatemala. He was able to deliver, for Zion Church the projector and computer to the Pastor’s Conference Center! His work travel log and writing are in his newsletter- on the missions bulletin board!

MONTHLY MEETING
This month’s Women’s Ministry meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 23rd at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to see you there!

SANDWICHES AND COOKIES
Women’s Ministry will be hosting the lunch provided for the congregation on January 20th for our Annual Meeting. Debbie is asking for volunteers to make either sandwiches or cookies. If you are willing to provide sandwiches, cookies or both please call Debbie (347-6439) ASAP. Thank you!

FOOD BANK ON HOLD
Helen has asked that we please hold all donations to the food bank for the month of January. You may resume your generous
contributions in February. Thank you for your continued support of your local Food Bank.

CONTRIBUTIONS
Just a friendly reminder...If you would like to contribute to funds such as the Family Life Center, Building Fund, Memorial Fund, or Scholarship Fund, please make a separate check out for that fund. They are completely separate accounts from the Zion General Fund. The above contributions need to be deposited into their specific account. Thank you for your continued support of Zion’s Ministries.

Thank You
I would like to send out a big thank you to all the Committee Chairs for getting their reports to me on time. Your dedication and hard work is much appreciated. Thank you so much!
~Jennifer

THE BOUCHARD’S
Thank you all for your prayers for the country of Kenya. There is an African Proverb that says " When Elephants fight the grass dies" Kenya is in the middle of an elephant fight and many people have lost their lives, and tens of thousands have been displaced.
I asked earlier this week for your prayers as violence in Kenya was escalating. I wanted to let you know that your prayers are being answered and to update you on the situation here. The rally that was scheduled for Thursday was prevented by the security forces in Nairobi, another rally was scheduled for Friday and again it never materialized. It seems that the gangs are loosing their energy, and things are slowly returning to normal. We are still a long way from a solution to the political tensions, but there seems to be hope that some aspects of life can get back to a sense of normalcy. There is talk of a run-off election, which could be interesting. We praise God for the relative peace that we are seeing and that the leaders are talking with international leaders. We continue to pray for a solution to the problem and a return to normal life here in Kenya. Here at RVA we have delayed the opening of school for 2 weeks in anticipation of the uncertainty of safe travel. We are now in the process of trying to put all the activities and academic curriculum that normally happen in 12 weeks into less than 10. So we will be working with students via email and trying to see how this can fit into a much smaller window of time.
Again, we thank you for your prayers, and we will continue to keep you posted on the developments here.
Blessings,
Alan and Sara

DON’T MISS THE LAST THREE
MESSAGES FROM THE BOOK OF JAMES
January 13 Staying Ready for the Second Coming
January 20 Prayer and Healthcare
January 27 Is there a chance for the Backslider?

Upcoming Events
January 13 Sunday School Contest begins!
January 20 Zion’s Annual Congregational Meeting following morning service
February 10 Bring A Friend Sunday (more about this soon)

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December 27, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION

BLUE COOK BOOK - 3rd EDITION
I sure hope you’ve enjoyed the recipes featured in the Messenger over that past couple months. Hopefully you had a chance to try one or two. Remember this is the last week to get the Country Cookin’ 3rd edition cookbook at the discounted price. After December 31st the price goes back to $15.00. All proceeds go to the Women’s Ministry. If you are out of town and would like to purchase a cook book please include $3.00 to cover the cost of shipping. Hurry, sale ends soon!
Below is a dinner favorite featured by Ruby Yakel. Enjoy!
German Sweet Dressing Ruby Yakel
1 small loaf bread 1/2 c. cream
1 c. raisins 1 tsp. cinnamon
2 eggs 3 Tbsp brown sugar
Dice bread, Melt butter in pan. Add cubed bread; mix. Add rest of ingredients; stuff into chicken, turkey, or duck.

ANNUAL REPORTS NEEDED!
It’s that time of year! Chair members, I need your annual report for the annual meeting in my office NO LATER THAN January 2nd! Please have them to me on time so I can have them to the congregation before the annual meeting scheduled on Jan. 20th. Thanks you so much for your immediate attention in this matter!
~Jennifer

PRAYER CHAIN UPDATE
Ople is going to New York and will be gone from December 23rd-31st. Therefore, if you have a need during this time that should be placed on the prayer chain, please inform Jennifer in the church office (347-2266) and she will start the chain. Thank you!

THE NEWSLETTER WILL BE DELAYED!
You read that correctly! Due to the New Year’s
Holiday, the newsletter will be sent a day later that usual. The church office will close at 12 noon on New Year’s Eve and will be closed New Year’s
day. We hope your New Year is wonderfully blessed!

Men’s Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast and Bible study will not meet on December 26th or January 2nd. They will start a new study in Book of Job when they resume on the 9th of January. All men in the church are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

Bring the Family to Sunday School
Sunday School
New Year Kick Off
For Everyone on
January 6, 2008
Hear Kurt McNabb with Fort Shiloh in Cody at 9:15 a.m. Followed by Worship at 10:30
Message: Resolutions

ADULT CLASSES BEGINNING JANUARY 13
PHILIPPIANS with Pastor Couch In the Sanctuary
F.A.I.T.H. Fellowship with Helen Schoeler
in the Chapel
MEMBERSHIP/FRIENDSHIP CLASS with Pastor Partelow, in the Pastor’s Office
A.B.B.A (A Band of Brothers Advancing) Men’s study with Mark Hansen. (location to be announced)
**Nursery available during Sunday School hour**

NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS COMING!
ABBA (A Band of Brothers Advancing) The name ABBA is taken from a Bible word meaning “daddy”. Discussions will explore Christian fatherhood and male leadership as our Heavenly Abba and our Lord Jesus’ leadership shows. We will support and instruct one another from the Bible in how to be the men our heavenly ABBA wants us to be. This time focuses on men becoming Godly Gentlemen in the manner of Our Lord, using strength under control to benefit those we love. ABBA is a ministry by and for men of ALL ages. Come join this exciting new study every Sunday morning starting January 13th during the Sunday School hour.

Peanut Butter Cookie Surprise
Did you absolutely love the peanut butter
cookies Mattie served last Sunday? Well, here’s the recipe for your recipe box. Enjoy!
Peanut Butter Cookie Surprise
1- Brownie Mix
1/4 cup Butter, melted
4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
1 Egg
1 cup Powdered Sugar
1 Creamy Peanut Butter
1/2 -16 oz can of Chocolate Fudge Frosting

1. Heat oven to 350F. In Med Bowl, beat brownie mix, melted butter, cream cheese and egg. 50 strokes with spoon until well blended ( dough will be sticky) 2. on un-greased cookie sheet, drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2" apart to make 24 cookies; smooth edge of each to form cookie (or coat hands with butter and make a ball of cookie dough, its easier that way) 3. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar and peanut butter with spoon until mixture forms a ball. With hands, roll rounded teaspoon into 24 balls. Lightly press 1 ball into center of each ball of dough 4. Bake 10 to 14 minutes or until edges are set cool cookies on cookie sheet at least 30 minutes. 5. Remove cooled cookies from cookie sheets. Spread thin layer of frosting over peanut butter portion of each cookie.

Thank You!
To all who left goodies, treats, gifts and cards on my desk throughout the holiday season, thank you. You’re thoughtfulness only adds to the appreciation felt by the family of Zion. It is a privilege and honor to be your church secretary. Thanks again! ~Jennifer

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Dietz family and the Schneider family as they mourn the passing of Bob Dietz and Gene Schneider.

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December 12, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION

ANNUAL REPORTS NEEDED!
It’s that time of year! Chair members, I need your annual report for the annual meeting in my office NO LATER THAN January 2nd! Please have them to me on time so I can have them to the congregation before the annual meeting scheduled on Jan. 22nd. Thanks you so much for your immediate attention in this matter!

OUR DAILY BREAD
They have arrived! The January, February, March 2008 edition of Our Daily Bread, in large print are here. They will be placed in the Narthex for you to pick one up. Should you wish to reserve one just call the office (347-2266) and I will set one back for you.

WYOMING BOYS SCHOOL MINISTRY
The Wyoming Boys School ministry continues to share the Good News and has good news to report. The Boys School Ministry team consists of the body of Christ within our community. We have had several changes and growth this year. Ed Belleque of Thermopolis and Boys School chaplain of 30 years, retired in January and entrusted the position to Mike King of Worland. Mike has a real heart and a gift for ministering to these young men. Weekly evening Bible studies are being held. There are 4 worship teams and a number of speakers who minister on a rotation basis each Sunday afternoon. Many decisions for Christ as well as a baptism have happened this year.
Once again, we are planning to bless the boys with Christmas goodies on December 23rd, immediately following the worship service. This has become a greatly anticipated event, as their sweets are very limited there. If you would like to provide some Christmas cookies, candies, etc. this year, please bring them to Kings Carpet One with your name and address on them (they like to send thank you notes) by Friday, December 21st. Thank you for being a part of this crucial ministry, as this is a pivotal time in the lives of these young men. The impact we can make not only on their lives, but on our society as a whole is far reached.

EAGLE SCOUT GRADUATION TO BE HELD
The family of Zion is cordially invited to an Eagle Scout Award ceremony in honor of Zach Ley, Saturday, December 22nd at 1:00pm at the church. Reception and refreshments to follow.

Kenya Team Fundraiser
Super Six Soup Supper
Been missing Wednesday Night Dinners? Need time to finish shopping, wrapping, or other tasks without the kids? Come support the Kenya Mission Team this Wednesday, the 19th at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall, while you enjoy six delicious, different homemade soups with bread, cornbread, drinks and dessert. After supper, take the time to finish up your holiday shopping tasks while we watch the kids. Your children ages 12 and younger may remain in our care for a choice of a movie, crafts, a Christmas story and nursery supervision till around 8:00pm. All for your love offering! Thank you in advance for helping us prepare for a God honoring, God directed and life changing event. All proceeds will go to the Kenya Mission Trip scheduled for June 2008.

NEW MEMBERS/FRIENDSHIP CLASS
A New Membership/Friendship class will begin January 13th for five consecutive weeks for all who are new to the church, would like to find out more information about the church, and/or would like to join Zion. Please speak to the Pastor as soon as possible if interested.

To Our Friends at Zion,
A Christmas Inspiration
With time we see, through wiser eyes
the greatest gifts God sends
aren’t power, fame, or fortune,
but our families and our friends!
We find tat dreams aren’t just for kids,
that prayer can save the day,
that life’s a whole lot sweeter
When we laugh along the way!
We learn that loving and caring
Means so much when times get tough,
That hugs can often “say it all”
When words are not enough.
We learn to keep a child like faith
Forever in our hearts
For that’s where hope and love are born,
Through Jesus Christ it starts!
Have a blessed, holy Christmas,
Floyd & Jennie Thompson

THANK YOU!
Thanks to all our Good News club volunteers this year!
East Side: Carol Couch, Katy Asay, Betsy
DeBolt, Laura Linneman and Maleeya Postma.
West Side: Kim Lungren, Kim Wyman, Kay Scheuerman, Lori Michaels and Merri Miller. And thanks to all of our snack providers. You
are such a blessing to the Good News Clubs. Please join us in prayer for the 3rd Good News Club staring in January at South Side.
In Him,
Nicole Scheuerman & Kari Keller

Upcoming Events
December 15 Children’s Christmas Program Practice @3:00 & Party in the Fellowship Hall.
December 16 (Sunday), Choir Cantata during Morning Service
December 16, Open House at Couch’s and
Partelow’s 2 – 4 p.m. Please stop by
December 16, Children’s Christmas Program @ 7:00 pm
December 19, Kenya Team Dinner Fundraiser @ the church @ 6:30 pm. Cost: Love Offering
December 19 (Wednesday), Confirmation Class Dinner & Party at the Partelow’s
December 23 (Sunday), Morning Worship at 10:30 “The Manger Speaks”
December 24 (Monday), Christmas Eve Communion Service 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
December 30 (Sunday), Jason Snyder preaching at 10:30 Worship Service.
January 6 Kurt McNabb visits Zion, speaks in S.S., greets in church
January 9 Wednesday Night dinners resume!
January 13 New Membership/Friendship Class begins during the Sunday school hour
January 20 Zion’s Annual Congregational Meeting following morning service
February 10 Bring A Friend Sunday (more about this soon)

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December 05, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION

BLUE COOK BOOK - 3rd EDITION
Are you looking for that perfect gift for that special cook in your life but don’t know what to buy? Women’s Ministry has a wonderful cookbook titled Country Cookin’. This 3rd edition cookbook is comprised of recipes from members in the church and is back by popular demand. The cost for year’s of kitchen favorites is normally $15.00 BUT starting on November 1st the prices ARE $10.00! All proceeds go to the Women’s Ministry. If you are out of town and would like to purchase a cook book please include $3.00 to cover the
cost of shipping. Hurry, sale ends Dec. 31st!
Below is a holiday favorite featured by Alice
Hanneman. Enjoy!

FOOD BASKET FILLERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to fill the Christmas Food Baskets, being put together on Dec. 20 at 10am at the RER Building.

Christmas Open House
December 16, 2 – 4 p.m.
At The Partelow’s, 1416 Circle
“Trains, Teddy’s & Treats”

At The Couch’s, 1501 Circle
“Trees, Trimmings &Tasties”

Please stop by for a few minutes!

Boys School Ministry
The Wyoming Boys School ministry continues to share the Good News and has good news to report. The Boys School Ministry team consists of the body of Christ within our community. We have had several changes and growth this year. Ed Belleque of Thermopolis and Boys School chaplain of 30 years, retired in January and entrusted the position to Mike King of Worland. Mike has a real heart and a gift for ministering to these young men. Weekly evening Bible studies are being held. There are 4 worship teams and a number of speakers who minister on a rotation basis each Sunday afternoon. Many decisions for Christ as well as a baptism have happened this year.
Once again, we are planning to bless the boys with Christmas goodies on December 23rd, immediately following the worship service. This has become a greatly anticipated event, as their sweets are very limited there. If you would like to provide some Christmas cookies, candies, etc. this year, please bring them to Kings Carpet One with your name and address on them (they like to send thank you notes) by Friday, December 21st. Thank you for being a part of this crucial ministry, as this is a pivotal time in the lives of these young men. The impact we can make not only on their lives, but on our society as a whole is far reached.

QFC SILENT AUCTION
Is Underway!
25 quilts are
displayed in the
Fellowship Hall
ready for your bidding ~
Sales will be final after church THIS Sunday !

A GREAT IDEA!
When your making out your Christmas card list this year, you may want to include the following:
A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001

HI, ALL!
Our young missionary, Mattie Brill, is still serving with Teen Mania Ministries in the Acquire the Fire call center on the north campus of Bethany College of Missions. She oversees the 1st-year interns who call to give teens in youth groups all over the country the opportunity to attend these life-changing events in their areas. Our very own youth group attended an Acquire the Fire in Billings just a few short weeks ago! There will be a Bake Sale/Craft Sale after church on December 9th to provide the financial support she needs to continue serving in this vital ministry to our teens! If anyone would like to contribute baked goods and/or homemade craft goods for the sale, you can leave them at the church or I will come and get them on Friday, 12/7 or Saturday, 12/8. My home phone is 347-3350.
Thank you so much for your continuing and vital prayer support, as well as your generous
financial support.
The vision of the expanding kingdom of God is alive and well at Zion! Mattie sends her love to all of you and is anxious to see you during the holidays!
Love to you All!
Joyce Brill

2007 CHRISTMAS CANTATA
IMAGINE
A Christmas Worship Experience
Imagine a world without Jesus. For many of us, that would be difficult to do. But there was a time when all the world knew was a world without Christ-a time when there was no Messiah, no joy, and no peace... But the moment would finally come for God to speak, the silence would be shattered by the cry of a newborn child!
Come and join us Sunday, December 16th during Morning Worship at 10:30am as the Chancel Choir performs this years’ cantata under the direction of Nancy Heiser. Worship the Lord, just as the shepherds and Wiseman did over 2000 years ago as you experience the power of the birth of the Savior!

NEW MEMBERS/FRIENDSHIP CLASS
A New Membership/Friendship class will begin January 13th for all who are new to the church, would like to find out more information about the church, and/or would like to join Zion. Please speak to the pastor as soon as possible if you are interested.

Upcoming Events

December 9 (Sunday), Morning Worship at 10:30
“Why Trust in Jesus’ Name?”

December 15 Children’s Christmas Program Practice @3:00 & Party @ Sally’s Pizza @ 4:00.

December 16 (Sunday), Choir Cantata in Morning Service

December 16, Open House at Couch’s and
Partelow’s 2 – 5 p.m. Please plan to stop by for a few minutes

December 16, Children’s Christmas Program @ 7:00 pm

December 19 (Wednesday), Confirmation Class Party at the Partelow’s

December 23 (Sunday), Morning Worship at 10:30 “The Manger Speaks”

December 24 (Monday), Christmas Eve Communion Service 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

December 30 (Sunday), Jason Snyder preaching at 10:30 Worship Service.

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November 14, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION

BLUE COOK BOOK - 3rd EDITION
Are you looking for that perfect gift for the special cook in your life but don’t know what to buy? Women’s Ministry has a wonderful cookbook titled Country Cookin’. This 3rd edition cookbook is comprised of recipes from members in the church and is back by popular demand. The cost for year’s of kitchen favorites is normally $15.00 BUT starting November 1st the prices will be $10.00! All proceeds go to the Women’s Ministry. If you are out of town and would like to purchase a cook book please include $3.00 to cover the
cost of shipping.
Below is a side dish favorite featured by Diane Duey. Happy cooking!
Sour Cream Spinach Diane Duey

4 pkg. frozen chopped spinach, cooked and drained
1 pkg. dry Lipton onion soup mix
1 pt. sour cream
Mix ingredients. Put in casserole; let stand several hours. Cover with buttered bread crumbs. Bake at 350 until heated through, about 45 minutes. Can be prepared day before. Serves 12

Church Wide Harvest Dinner
Next Sunday evening is that wonderful meal we have all been looking forward to-Thanksgiving Harvest Dinner. It is a free meal prepared for our church family by the Wednesday Night Cook Teams, and Women’s Ministry. Doors will open at 4:30 pm at Eastside Elementary School (across the parking lot) for us to come in, find the very best seat, visit with friends, and anticipate the meal which will be served at 5:00 pm.
The purpose of this event is to come together in thanksgiving to the Lord for His blessings on us, our church and our community this year. We have planned a great dinner and fun entertainment which all of us will enjoy. But do you know what would make this evening spectacular? It would be to see you there! You do not have to make a reservation, and you don’t have to bring money or food - just come! If you have an additional questions, contact Denise Cloud or Donna Jones.

NOTES FROM THE CONSISTORY
At the recent consistory meeting discussion began on the budget process for the 2008 budget.
All involved with the expenses included within the church budget should be preparing their respective planned expenditures for January 2008 through December 2008. What is needed is not only the total amount for the annual budget expense within your area of responsibility but also the breakdown of expenditures expected on a monthly basis. This data will assist the consistory in budget planning.
The church staff has budget forms with 2007 actual data included. We as a consistory would like to have the data back into the church office by the second week in November, so please prayerfully consider your program of God’s work and those expense needs as they pertain to 2008.
For the various chairpersons/leaders it is not too late to begin thinking and preparing your annual report for your area to be included into the 2007 Annual Church Report.
I am more than willing to provide any assistance with this process that I can,
Cal Jones, Treasurer

Church Directory Update
As you all may know, we have had our portraits taken by Olan Mills for our new directory. We will now be taking pictures of various activities in our church so we can complete the “activity pages” of the directory. There will also be photos taken during our morning Worship Service thru December. Your cooperation and understanding during this time will be much appreciated. If you have photos of some of our more recent church activities and would like to donate them for the directory please bring them to the church office at your earliest convenience. If you did not have a chance to have our portrait taken but would still like to have it in the directory you may bring it to the church office as well. Should you have any questions please see Sally Reuer or Jennifer.

FARMER’S MARKET
Thanks to ALL who participated this summer. All proceeds have been donated to the Family Life Center account by Women’s Ministry totaling $751.85.
Thanks again!

Join us for a fabulous
Christmas Concert
December 2
Musical Presentation during Morning Worship
Evening concert at 7:00 p.m.
Larry Dalton
Reception following the concert.
*Steinway Artist (Recognized world-wide)
*Performed in more the 60 nations
*Has entertained monarchs and presidents
*Blessed the church worldwide
Do you have children studying piano?
Please see Pastor Ralph for a special get together with Larry Dalton for you and your children.

PUMPKIN PIE 4 U!
Save yourself some time and energy this Thanksgiving and support the Kenya Mission Team by purchasing a freshly baked delicious pumpkin pie. To place an order simply call Laura Newell 388-0413 or Sandi Mischke 431-5914 no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, November 19th. Please leave a message if there is no response. Pies will be picked up and paid for at the church on Wednesday, November 21st between 4 and 6 pm. Thank you for your support!

QFC SILENT AUCTION
Quilt sale in coming!
25 quilts will be
displayed in the
Fellowship Hall
ready for bidding ~
starting November 25th!

NEWS BRIEFS
Community Thanksgiving Service at First Baptist Church, Sunday, November 18 at 7:00 p.m.
We welcome new members, joining this Sunday, Gil and Sarah McEndree. Their children are: Hannah, Payton and Gavin.
Baptized this Sunday, Paige Lungren, daughter of Clint and Sarah Lungren.
Pray for 41 youth and sponsors attending Acquire the Fire in Billings this weekend.
Pastor Couch’s Sunday School Class begins a new mini-series November 25, “Revealing the Christ of Christmas”

Upcoming Events
November 25 (Sunday), Communion Service at 10:30 a.m.
November 28 (Wednesday), Hanging of the Greens Supper at 5:30 p.m. followed by decorating
November 29 (Thursday), Music Committee Dinner with Larry Dalton at Partelow’s
November 30 (Friday), Young Pianists & parents dinner with Larry Dalton at Partelow’s
December 2 (Sunday), Worship Service with Larry Dalton Message: “Angels With Us”
December 2, Special Christmas Concert with Larry Dalton at 7 p.m. Reception follows
December 9 (Sunday), Morning Worship at 10:30 “Why Trust in Jesus’ Name?”
December 16 (Sunday), Choir Cantata in Morning Service
December 16, Open House at Couch’s and
Partelow’s 2 – 5 p.m. Please plan to stop by for a few minutes
December 16, Children’s Christmas Program @ 7:00 pm
December 23 (Sunday), Morning Worship at 10:30 “The Manger Speaks”
December 24 (Monday), Christmas Eve Communion Service 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
December 30 (Sunday), Jason Snyder preaching at 10:30 Worship Service.

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October 03, 2007

THE BUZZ AT ZION

IT'S A BABY SHOWERSaturday, October 6th at 1:00pm we will shower Kelly and new born son, Kaden Alexander Schauble. Come join us for this wondrous occasion.
Suggested gifts are:
Larger size baby clothes
Diapers and Wipes

MISSIONS WEEKEND IS COMING
October 20 and 21
Please mark these dates to be with us for some informative, enjoyable, and challenge blessings with our guests missionaries, with Africa Inland Mission who are heading for ministry among the desert peoples of North Africa. Also, John Hosie of AIM, former Principal of the Rethy Academy (for missionary’s children) in Congo, will be on hand to participate in all of our gatherings that weekend. Please plan to be with us for a carry in meal on Saturday, October 20, at 6 p.m., Sunday School for everyone at 9:15 and Morning Worship at 10:30.

INDESCRIBABLE DVD’S ARE HERE
“The Heavens are telling the glory of God…The amazing DVD’s by Louie Giglio were available for you to purchase a few weeks ago. The wait is over! The DVD’s are in and available for to pick up in the church office. The cost of the DVD is $15. Please make checks payable to Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church.

AFTER 5 CLUB
GUEST NIGHT
Celebrating America the Beautiful
Please purchase your tickets at McKinnon Flooring, Janet’s Boutique, Sunshine Office Products and Born Again Clothing, OR from any board member. Tickets must be purchased by October 8, 2007.

Friday, October 12, 2007
Program: 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Worland Community Complex
Dinner begins: 6:30 p.m.
1200 Coburn Avenue
Price: $10.00

Rides, Reservations & Cancellations
Call Joyce Brill @ 347-3350 or Ople Jorgensen @ 347-3555 for additional ticket information.

SPECIAL FEATURE
Wood Worker of America
Steve & Laura Brown

MUSIC
Star Spangled Melodies
Let Freedom Ring
Sal Fabela & Toni Munoz

SPEAKER
G. Thomas Greco, Col US Army (retired)
Hear the spine tingling story CNN did not
tell you during Operation Desert Storm

Sponsored by Worland’s After 5, affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries

FARMER' MARKET
Don’t forget about Farmer’s Market in
the Fellowship Hall
after the Service. We are overflowing with God’s abundant blessings!

Zion's Fall Festival
The air is crisp,