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Meals for Moms (and other families) has been an outreach for the last several years. A special thank you to all who have been a part! When we are aware of a new baby or other circumstance, we call some of our volunteers and ask for a frozen meal. (We give a two week notice.) Those meals are delivered to the fellowship hall and then we deliver them to the families. If you would like to be added to this outreach or have any questions, contact Loa Winter (402-694-1777) or Kathy Gloystein (402-416-7753) or sign up in the entry of the church.
LCMS Foundation: In a complex world, each of us need trusty advisers to lead us to proper decisions and actions. Considering tax consequences of gifting decisions from your estate can save tens of thousands of dollars that can augment gifts to family or ministry. Your LCMS Gift Planning Counselor can help make sure that you are asking your tax planner all the questions you need to ask. Contact Craig Stirtz at 402-616-0312 or craig.stirtz@lfnd.org
Zion’s Endowment Committee: An attorney was the first piece of the puzzle in estate planning. An accountant/tax planner is an important second piece of the puzzle.
Craig offers free, confidential, and family focused planning for those wishing to include one or more LCMS ministries in their estate plan - including our congregation. For more information about his services, plan to attend the workshop or contact Craig at 402-616-0312 or craig.stirtz@lfnd.org.
Have you considered Zion or another favorite ministry as a beneficiary designation? Zion Endowment Fund was created to provide structure for those wishing to make gifts, both during their lives and at the time of their death, that will support ministry for many years to come.
ZION’S 150TH ANNVERSAY – will be celebrated on September 17, 2023, with worship at 10:00 am followed by a catered dinner and guest speaker at 1:00 pm. We are asking all families to prayerfully consider donating $150 to help pay for expenses (150 x $150 = $22,500). To donate, please place a check in an envelope stating that it is for the 150th Anniversary Fundraiser and place in the offering plate. Thank you so much!
For Many Years, Oh God of Grace!
"The purpose of this congregation is to share the true Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, throughout our membership, our communities and the world."
aZion is....a congregation of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. The LCMS was chartered in 1847 and Zion joined Synod in 1880.
Zion was chartered in 1873 and is one of the oldest continuous congregations of the LCMS between here and the west coast.
Zion is....a Christ centered, Bible believing congregation. Based on the tenets of the Lutheran Reformation - Grace Alone, Faith Alone and Scripture Alone - Zion's focus is always the blood that Christ has shed for us.
Zion is....a congregation committed to Christian education and youth. Even before having their first pastor, classes were being held in a sod cabin.
Zion is....a rural congregation with great diversity. Locally, Zion draws members from Aurora, Bradshaw, Hampton, Henderson, Hordville, Grand Island, Marquette, Polk, Sutton and York. The diversity of the congregation is reflected in the occupational pursuits of Zion's members.
Zion is....a mission minded church having shared members to start Immanuel, Polk: Salem and St. Peter, Hampton; and having helped St. Paul, Central City. Mission starts were considered in Bradshaw and Sutton. Currently Zion is sponsoring a preaching station in Aurora. Mission groups at Zion have been active in Gospel outreach and support as well as social ministry.
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE UNALTERED AUGSBURG CONFESSION 1873-2016
SPANNING THREE CENTURIES IN MISSION AND MINISTRY
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Sunday
- Christian Education Hour - Adult & Children Sunday School (in summer recess)– 9:00 AM
- Worship Hour– 10:00 AM
- Worship with Holy Communion celebrated 2nd & 3rd Sundays, 5th Sunday– 10:00 AM
- Worship @ East Park Villa - Aurora, Nebraska– 6:30 PM
UNDIE SUNDAYS
Undie Sundays-The LWML will be collecting NEW underwear for Orphan Grain Train. Dennis Senff says that men's, women's, boy's and girl's in all sizes are greatly needed. Could we donate 800 pair of underwear? The LWML is celebrating 80 years of God's blessings and has encouraged us to "What's your 80?" Through a Thrivent grant we already have 248 pair and only need 552 more.😁 You can participate by donating underwear or money. One pair of underwear costs an average of $1. Just put your NEW underwear in the basket or your money in the container and we'll be helping Orphan Grain Train's Mission of "Sharing resources and bringing Christ's name and character to needy people both far and near."
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
.Let's get ready for...SUNDAY SCHOOL! Through the new CPH Enduring Faith curriculum, all students PS-Sr. High will build Bible knowledge + life application. Let's continue the enthusiasm of VBS right into Sunday School starting September 11. We want to thank Lacey Panko for her faithful years as superintendent of Zion's Sunday School Program and look forward to her continued commitment as a S.S. Teacher and Youth Group Leader. Would you be willing to make a commitment to Zion's youth by teaching Sunday School? If so, contact Melanie Klute (402-631-7775) or Kathy Gloystein (402-416-7753), new Sunday School Co-superintendents.
Achievements!!
CONGRATULATIONS to the following:
Jaylen Arndt - Nebraska Wesleyan University Spring 2022 Dean's List. Weston Ohrt, Kaleb Ostrander, & the Sutton Jr. Legion Baseball Team – 4th place Class B State Championship; Nebraska Wesleyan Cheer Camp – Raegan Hansen – All-American nomination, Reagan Hansen, Sophia Schulze, & the Hampton Cheerleading Team – Herkie Team Award, Gatorade Top Team Cheer Trophy, Top Team Band Chant trophy, Spirit Stick (all four days), All Superior/Blue ribbons on all evaluations, Stunt Safe certification.
Lois Hixson – recipient of the Phylis Honnor Award in Volleyball from the Nebraska Coaches Association; Kaleb Ostrander, Weston Ohrt, & the Sutton Jr. Legion baseball team – District B-4 Area Champions* (*Qualified for State Jr. Legion Baseball Tournament in Wahoo).
BIBLE STUDY
WOMEN OF THE WORD (W.O.W.) – We are continuing the Summer Bible study on Tuesday mornings from 7:00-8:15 AM at the Zion Fellowship Hall. "Finding God Faithful" by Kelly Minter-Trace the path of Joseph's life in the Book of Genesis to observe how God's sovereignty reigns, even in our darkest moments. Learn to recognize when God is working during periods of waiting, trust God's plan when life doesn't make sense, and rest in the sufficiency of His presence in every circumstance. The Study is 8 sessions long (concluding July 19) and includes interactive teaching videos and a Bible Study Book. If you are interested, contact Kathy Gloystein at 402-416-7753.
Zoom with Adult Sunday School
ADULT BIBLE CLASS invites everyone to join them via Zoom on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am. To receive an invite, please send a text to Deanna Feddern, (402) 340-9405, with your Name and Email address by 5:00 pm, the day before, on Saturday. Thank You!
ZION FAMILY BENEVOLENCE FUND
ZION FAMILY BENEVOLENCE FUND - was established to help individuals or families in time of need. If you are aware of any need in our church or communities, contact Pastor Feddern, Shane Dose or Kathy Gloystein. The fund stands at $256.91. Donations are always welcome. "Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works." Hebrews 10:24