Second Sunday in Advent

December 8, 2019 Announcements ——————————————————————————————————–———-

WELCOME VISITORS! Zion’s Lay Ministry/Evangelism Board says a special welcome to you this morning and may you be fed spiritually during this time of worship.

Our Thanks to todays worship assistants 8:30 Ushers: Joppru family Acolytes: Gracie Anderson, Megan Peterson Greeters: Joppru family Musician: Beth Nelson

10:30 Ushers: Lisa Pittman, Krista Johnson Tech Director: Braydin Lund Communion assistants: Kaylee Lilja, Wyatt Johnson, Jonah Lunsetter Smoothies: Jace Erickson

——————————————————————————————————–——— BROADCASTS today are sponsored by Delor is Laliber te in memory of Loved Ones.

ZION’S WEBSITE for December is sponsored by Wally Sparby in memory of Ione Sparby.

REMINDER to those hospitalized to please notify Zion as the hospital does not inform us.

BUSY BAGS for preschoolers are available from an usher at the back of the sanctuary.

LISTENING DEVICES & LARGE PRINT worship folders & bulletins are available from an usher.

PLEASE SIGN & PASS THE RED FRIENDSHIP PADS. Please introduce yourself to people you do not know.

PREVIOUS SUNDAY BULLETINS are available outside the church office and Sunday announce-ments are also posted on our website.

SUNDAY SERVICE RIDES Call/text Sarah Villanueva at 701-212-2637.

THE HERALD is available online at Zion’s site or by mail. Please contact the church office if you would like to receive it by mail. Extra copies are available on tables in the narthex or by the church office.

ZION WORSHIP SERVICE ONLINE Sunday mornings you can listen to the 8:30AM service online. Go to: www.ziontrf.org. in the black banner click Listen Online, Click on the RED link to KTRF.

PLEASE REMEMBER our staff and congregational leaders in your prayers. Ministers: Every Member of the Congregation Office Phone: 681-3296 Fax: 681-3048 John Golv, Senior Pastor 683-5181 jcgolv@mncable.net Alemayehu Tulu, Associate Pastor 681-1866 alezion@mncable.net Linda Hamrick, Office Manager ziontrf@mncable.net Madison Crane, Y outh & Family Ministries rzyouthfam@gmail.com Sandy Knutson, Parish Nurse Tiffany Sterry & David Lee, Custodians -Join the Staff on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM & Fridays at 9:30 AM for coffee fellowship.

PARISH NURSE HOURS Mondays 3:30—4:30 PM

It is flu season again with flu activity increasing. We will, as in the past, refrain from handshaking. Share the peace as always with a smile, fist bump or elbow bump.

Citrus fruits are packed with vitamin C which we all need. They also contain micronutrients called polyphenols and terpenes which are powerful anti-inflammatory agents that have been shown to inhibit the growth of can-cer cells, reduce cholesterol, improve blood sugar levels and increase blood flow. Eat more fruits along with eating more vegetables. Your body will thank you!

Medicare open enrollment closes December 7. An Onsite Defibrillator (AED) for use on someone with Sudden Cardiac Arrest continues to be available if

needed/ It is located in the elevator alcove on the wall in the narthex. There is signage visible in the hall.

LWR QUILTING Please come and join us for our Lutheran World Relief Workshop the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays of the month from 1- 4pm. For more info call Sharon Bergerson 681-5445, or Carol Waswick 681-5907.

WELCA CHRISTMAS TEA DEC. 10 All women of Zion are invited to our annual “Christmas Tea” on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 2:00 p.m. Each lady is asked to bring 10 cookies, bars or candies to be shared. Extra goodies will be Zion’s contribution to refreshments for the Christmas Train later that week. The Executive Board is in charge of program and hospitality and each circle is to provide a kitchen helper. We will also be addressing Christmas cards to shut-in’s in our congregation. The board will meet at 1:00 p.m.

CHRISTMAS CAROLING DEC. 15 Zion members are all invited to join in caroling on Sunday, December 15. We will

meet at the church at 4:30 p.m. to carol at Greenleaf, TRF Care Center, Oakland Park and Valley Home. We invite all

ages – children, teens, adults, seniors – to enjoy some old-fashioned caroling. A light supper of sloppy joes, chips,

cookies and hot chocolate will be served after we finish caroling.

Voice Recital Today – Everyone is invited to a voice recital performed by students of Laura Rude. Recital is at 4:00pm on Sunday, December 8th with a reception following. Zion members include- Julia Rude, Lucas Rantanen & Trista Spears. CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS/FLOWERS may be brought for the Christmas Eve Worship. If you would like to share one in memory or in honor of someone, please call the church office by December 20th to be noted in the bulletin. OFFERING ENVELOPES for 2020 are available to pick up in the narthex. If you use electronic giving, you will not have boxed envelopes. If you do not see your envelopes, please contact the church office. ZLCW BOOKLETS FOR 2020 are available on the table in the narthex. These are available to any who want them. They are not labeled and will not be mailed out this year. If you know a homebound member who would like one, please take one for them.

Dorcas Circle meets Dec 17 at 9:30 a.m. at Ruth Ostby's.

STEWARDSHIP

Attendance: Sunday, December 1: 123 Weekly offering/Simply Giving for week of Nov 25 - Dec 1: $7,665. Envelope/Simply Giving Income from January 1– Dec. 1: $318,722. 2019 Budget $456,635. /$8,781.needed per week to meet expenses JAN-OCT average is $6,672. per week Direct Thrivent Choice Dollars

® Eligible Thrivent Financial members: Show your appreci-

ation for Zion Lutheran Church by directing Choice Dollars. The individual recommendations you make through Choice Dollars directions can make a profound impact.

BROADCAST SPONSORSHIP sign up is located on the wall next to the office door. Cost is $100 for entire broadcast; $50 for half.

GIVEHUB KIOSK IS LOCATED BY THE STAIRS TO THE CHOIR LOFT For debit/credit card donations. If you would like kiosk contributions to show on your offering statement, please include your first and last name on the transaction.

VANCO electronic funds transfer forms are available in the church office and on the desk outside the office, for those interested in automated giving. Sign up is also available thru the link on zion’s website. WORSHIP CARDS are available in the pews. Use as needed to let the pastors or office know of any items/ concerns/ address /phone changes etc. Please leave in the offering plate or the office drop box.

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I would like to say "THANK YOU" for all the support Zion has shown for Operation Christmas Child! I am proud to say that with all your generous donations and members taking boxes and filling them and bringing them back we were able to send 119 boxes! Our best year yet! What an amazing way to help the Samaritan Purse project reach their goal of reaching another 11 million children around the world!!! Some fun facts about our

boxes: 52 boxes filled by members, 37 boxes filled by the Jr high youth group with items donated by members, and 30 boxes filled by the 8th grade confirmation group (service event), along with a check for $270 to help with shipping from monetary donations and noisy offering. What a great way to show "God's work our hands"! I can't wait to see what Zion has in store for Operation Christmas child in 2020! God’s Blessings—Amber Holtan

Noisy Offering for December: Little Brother Little Sister

FLAPJACKS FOR FAITH—DECEMBER 15TH— Sign up sheet on

Madison’s door. Funds raised for youth IFA’s. Parents/ adults are

needed to help prepare food with ;their youth who sign up to

work these events.

IFA -(Individual Family Accounts) students of any age can start adding funds to their account. These funds can be used for church sponsored events. 2020 God’s Creation Wall Calendars, Pocket Calendars, Christ-

mas and Greeting Cards, Magnetic Notepads 2020 God’s crea-

tion Calendars are now available for $8.00. See Kami or Madison to purchase.

Confirmation Supper Menu– 5:15 PM (includes pop/water, fruit or vege, and dessert $4.00) November Confirmation Classes– 6 PM Confirmation Classes Resume January 8th

2ND ANNUAL CONFIRMATION BRING A FRIEND CHRISTMAS PARTY! Wednesday December 18th 6:00-8:00 More details to come but start thinking of who you want to invite!! SERVING OPPORTUNITIES Sunday December 15th Christmas Caroling Come and join us as we sing at the Nursing Homes!

All Middle School Students- You are invited to join us every Sunday up in the Youth Room at 9:30 am. We will have a fun time of fellowship as we grow in our love and learn about Jesus!

————————————————————————————— Madison Crane, Director of Youth & Family Ministry

email: rzyouthfam@gmail.com

Zion 681-3296 Redeemer 681-3390

COMMUNITY/AREA EVENTS

“MORNING OUT” LSS CAREGIVER SUPPORT- DAY RESPITE at Zion Lutheran Church. Every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This service provides a safe enjoyable environment for your loved one (age 60+) so you are able to rest, shop, take care of health needs, or run errands. Participants will enjoy activities in a safe surrounding. For more information or to enroll contact Julie Praska-Moser at 218-686-6228

LSS CAREGIVERS SUPPORT - DISCUSSION is held at Zion the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10AM. Next meeting is December 12th. For more information contact Julie at 218-686-6228 STAY ACTIVE AND INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE (SAIL) Offered by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) This is a FREE class for seniors. You will improve balance, feel stronger, remain independent, & have more energy. This is a 1 hour class 2x per week. You can stand or sit, weights are provided at no cost. Registration is required. Contact Tammy or Jennifer at RSVP or the RRV at 218-281-8289 to sign up. HOSPICE OF THE RED RIVER VALLEY welcomes individuals to join its volunteer team as companionship volunteers. Hospice provides a flexible schedule. To apply, go to www.hrrv.org/volunteer or contact Nikki Dukart at 701-740-0370 or ndukart@hrrv.org. GROCERIES TO GO Do you need help getting your groceries? Call RSVP at 218-281-8288 or 800-862-6466 to discuss your needs or to volunteer to help people with this need.

RSVP HANDY MAN SERVICE Trained volunteers enable seniors to maintain their independence and safety by providing minor home maintenance repairs such as replace batteries, lightbulbs, install grab bars or smoke detectors, weatherization projects, etc. with no charge. Materials or supplies are paid for by the client, scholarships are available for those in need. Call RSVP at 218-281-8288.

HERITAGE COMMUNITY CENTER fir st Monday of the Month fundraiser supper , 5-6 PM. Minimum donation $7; proceeds to running the Center. Open to all ages.

TAB COLLECTION Leave tabs for the Ronald McDonald House in Fargo on the table outside the church office. Thank you for sharing.

Opportunities for the Week

Today, December 8: ADVENT2 8:30 Sunday School Program /Cable 3 BC’s 9:30 Coffee fellowship Education hour 10:00 Silver Creek Holy Communion-Worship 10:30 New Traditions Worship

Monday, December 9: 9 SAIL Exercise 10-1 RSVP in Patio Room 3:30- 4:30 Parish Nurse Hours Tuesday, December 10: 9:30 Staff meeting 10:30 Coffee with staff Noon Pastors text study 1 Executive Board 2 WELCA Christmas Tea 5:15 Christian Ed board Wednesday, December 11: 9 SAIL Exercise 4:45 Hand Bell Choir 6 God’s Joy Choir 6:45 Senior Choir

Thursday, December 12: 9 SAIL Exercise 9-1 LSS Respite Care in lounge 9:30 Pastors conference 10 LSS Caregivers Discussion Friday, December 13: 7 Men’s Breakfast 9:30 Coffee with the Staff 5 Scouts Saturday, December 14: 11-2 SaM training at Zion Next Sunday, December 15: ADVENT 3 8:30 Holy communion worship / Cable 3 BC’s 9:30 Flapjacks for Faith Education hour 10:00 Silver Creek worship 10:30 New Traditions Worship