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1 1216 W. 8th St - Davenport IA ziondavenport.org (563) ZION NEWS - October A monthly publication of Zion Lutheran Church Vol Issue 10 October 2, 2016 Zion Fall Festival & Community Dinner Wednesday, October 19th It s that time of year again time for adding fall Oktoberfest fun & games to our monthly Community Dinner, to make BOTH twice as fun! The Fun & Games will start at 5:30pm, with crafts, Bingo, Cupcake Walk, and other children s games; then a great Oktoberfest-style meal of Bratwurst, Hot Dogs, Potato salad, fresh veggies & fruit, and (of course!) dessert will be served 6:00-7:00pm. We could use a little help with the Fall Festival in the way of: Prizes for Bingo (small, white-elephant ) Cupcakes for the Cake-walk 2-liter bottles of Soda gently used toys/stuffed animals and Helpers! Call Mary Lou Kelley ( ) Reformation 500 The ELCA is celebrating the 500 th anniversary of the Reformation in 1517 this coming year, starting October Zion has a team of creative folks who will help us with fun ways to mark the anniversary. As part of the ELCA-wide celebration Augsburg Fortress, the publishing ministry of the ELCA, is hosting a book sale. Several books will be available to purchase at 50% off the regular price, with free shipping. The books will include the life and writings of Martin Luther, the impact of the Reformation for our day, a graphic novel for young readers and an atlas (the pastor s favorite!) of the European Reformations. Stop by the table in the hallway October 23 and October 30 before and after worship to review and buy fascinating books on the Reformation. How about a shot in the arm? Give YOURSELF a gift of health... at the Zion FLU-SHOT CLINIC Sunday, October 30th 10:15 11:15am in the Library Zion member & RN, Beth Meyer, will administer Flu vaccinations to all who need/want to arm themselves this winter. Cost: $30 cash or check (no credit cards) Medicare part B, an HMO of Medicare also accepted. (No AARP, Medicare Complete, or Coventry) Sign up across from the office this week, or walk in on Sunday. We should have plenty of the vaccine available.

2 Zion News monthly - October W. 8th St - Davenport IA page 2 from the Pastor God s Word forever shall abide, no thanks to foes, who fear it; for God himself fights by our side with weapons of the Spirit. the kingdom s ours forever! ELW #504 Do you know who wrote this 4 th verse of one of the most well-known hymns in the Lutheran Church? Do you know who was a professor at the University of Wittenberg, in Germany in the 1500 s? Do you know who translated the Bible into German? These are just a few fun facts about Martin Luther, one of the men whose study of the Bible resulted in a new way to be Church. Together,with many others, Martin Luther sought to reform the Catholic Church of the 16 th century. One result of the Reformation was the formation of the Lutheran Church. We will be celebrating the work of all reformers for the next year. One of Luther s gifts to the Church was formulating a doctrine that recognizes God s grace, rather than our works, in freeing us from the chains of sin. As followers of Jesus, our works continue his work. But they do not determine our salvation. God does/has already. That s why our t-shirts and ELCA logos say, God s work, our hands. Fred Pratt Green wrote, in ELW #729, The church of Christ, in every age, beset by change, but Spirit-led, must claim and test its heritage and keep on rising from the dead. If we claim to be part of a reforming church, and we do, we give thanks for our heritage, understand how that history has formed us, and then we keep on rising from the dead; we let the Spirit stir us, disturb us, guide, and protect us from all that keeps us separated from the love of God, in Christ Jesus our Lord. We can be confident of the Spirit s work because God s Word forever shall abide, and, God fights by our side. If anything or anyone tries to get in the way of that love, they cannot win the day, because the kingdom s ours forever. Hallelujah! We look forward to a year of learning, or maybe refreshing our memories of the gifts of the Reformation. We also look forward to considering how the Reformation continues in our lives today. Pastor Karen Ullestad All are invited to join in a Webcast with ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton Ecumenical and interreligious witness and the Reformation Anniversary Commended to God s eternal care Lloyd G. Bartling September 7, 2016 Almighty God, source of all mercy and giver of comfort, graciously tend those who mourn, that, casting all their sorrow on you, they may know the consolation of your love, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Thursday, 7th 7:00-8:00pm Join Presiding Bishop Elizabeth for a live webcast on the eve of the Reformation anniversary, exploring What was the Reformation and what does it mean for Lutherans and ecumenical partners? What is Declaration on the Way, and why is it significant for Lutheran-Catholic relations? What might ecumenical and interreligious relationships look like in the future? and more! For more information, log onto

3 Zion News monthly - October W. 8th St - Davenport IA page 3 October Faith Formation for All! Sunday-morning SPARK! Our learning & fun continues with learners age 3 5th grade gathering downstairs in the G.I.F.T. Zone for treats, games, songs, Bible stories, and activities right after worship. In October will be learning about Abraham & Sarah, Isaac & Rebekah, and Wildernesswandering through art, music, drama, and some science experimenting. We are grateful to all who have volunteered to lead and help with our SPARK classes, and we would certainly welcome new helpers. Be sure to check the schedule posted across from the office for sessions that still need volunteers. All are welcome! Let your SPARK shine! Welcoming Wednesdays with music, learning, and fun for All! We invite all kids age 3 5th grade to carry your SPARK into the mid-week with Handbells, Children s Choir, and Alleluia! time with snacks, games, stories, crafts, and more! Parents are invited to help talk to Mary Lou Kelley if you are able to help with Alleluia, or just relax and chat with each other while your kiddos are singing, ringing, playing and learning. Talk with Rosie Bates if you would like to know more about our Wednesday programs.... And for Adults... FaithTalk, anyone? Sunday mornings 10:15 in Room 8 : ELCAvotes - We explore how as Lutherans our faith based values guide our participation in community and national elections. : Daily Discipleship -An exploration of the day s Gospel lesson (Luke 17: 11-19) with Carl Engstrom. Oct. 16: Habitat for Humanity - Our guest Jan Trimble will share with us the work of the local Habitat for Humanity program and ways that we as a congregation and individuals can be come involved in the work of this community organization. 3: Luther Hymns and Books This day we will look at and enjoy singing some of the hymns written by Martin Luther. There will also be an opportunity to review and purchase some books written about and by Martin Luther. Oct. 30: Reformation 500 Kick-off! Hear about the many ways Zion and the larger Lutheran Church will be celebrating the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. This will be a year filled with fun, learning and celebration. T.G.I.S.unday! If you d rather just sit & visit with other folks, or extend a little informal hospitality to visitors, and engage in friendly unstructured conversation around faith in daily life, feel free to grab a cup of coffee/tea and a treat from the Lounge and grab a comfy seat among Zion friends. Or get a to-go cup of coffee/tea & munchie as you head to the FaithTalk! Financial Facts: As of August 31st (67% through the budget year), we have received 58% towards giving and spent 64% of expenses, which is comparable to prior years. God s work our hands!

4 Zion News monthly - October W. 8th St - Davenport IA page 4 Reaching out in Love: Outreach Ministries Janine s jottings Neighborhood & Community Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! THANK YOU to Thrivent for their participation and generous sponsorship of our September Community Dinner! We had a wonderful group of about a 100 people who enjoyed an evening of food and fellowship. Thank you Thrivent for your generous gift and support. Community Dinner: Mark your calendars... On Wednesday Oct.19th Zion will host a Fall Festival -and- an Oktoberfest Style Community Dinner! The Festival fun & games will be at 5:30pm for kids & adults alike. Then at 6:00pm, join us as we enjoy a meal of brats and hot dogs, potato salad, fresh veggies and fruit and of course dessert. If you make a special potato salad for your family please plan to share it with us October 19. Our monthly dinners are a great way to share a meal and fellowship with our friends and neighbors. ALL are invited to join the Fun!! Food Pantry: The food pantry is always a busy place, with stocking shelves, picking up food at the food bank and filling boxes and bags; there is never a dull moment. If you wonder what goes on at the pantry please join us Monday or Thursday, 3:30-5:00pm. We are always excited to show one of the ways Zion reaches out to our community through the sharing of food. A special thank you to all who so generously have been sharing produce from their gardens; everyone has appreciated this gift of fresh vegetables and say a heartfelt thank you. A pantry fact: during the month of August the pantry served 105 households benefitting 433 individuals with 192 being children. A pantry request: In conversations with our pantry guests we have found that many are in need of calendars and greeting cards. Then we discovered that many of us receive many more calendars and greeting cards in the mail than we can use.so we are asking you to consider donating them to the pantry. All you have to do is drop them off with Janine and they will be shared at the pantry. Thank you in advance. Looking ahead to November: The Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot will begin Nov. 2nd. Again this year we will be filling 70 food boxes. This annual Thanksgiving event allows us, as a community of faith, to share the gifts of food with those in our Zion family, neighborhood and community who are experiencing food insecurity. God s Peace. Janine BREAD FOR THE WORLD Offering of Letters On Sunday, October 16th, Zion will join thousands of churches across the country to lift up God's vision of a world without hunger. Mary Lou Kelley and the Social Ministries Team, will have letters available following worship that day to sign and send to our legislators. - - PROPERTY Lines Please add Sat., October 22nd to your calendar for Zion Fall Clean-up. Many hands will be needed. If you have gardening tools (rakes, gloves, pruning shears, etc...) please bring. Property will provide coffee, donuts and juice. IN Appreciation... The property committee and ad hoc committee members have been very busy this past summer. Thanks to all who have participated in any way during the renewal of the chapel, re-painting of the parking lot, replacement of the tile floor, the aftermath of the shed break-in, the downing of the neighbor s tree on our property, and replacement of toilets for our restrooms. The lawn equipment has already been replaced and several new security measures are in effect. Thanks to you all!

5 Zion News monthly - October W. 8th St - Davenport IA page 5 Seniors, Small Groups, and Such... O.W.L.S (60 + Fellowship) Wishing All TREATS to these (70+) Zion Seniors with October birthdays Eugene Rome Alice Lynch Opal Brickley Tom Handlen Mary Schnoor Carol Witt Nona Endlich Judy Blomgren Kathy Longlett Wanda McDonnell The O.lder W.iser L.utheranS of Zion will get together for our Oktoberfest outing on Thursday, 7th at 11:30am at the Corner Kitchen at 114 Myrtle St in Davenport. We'll enjoy a hopefully-sunny fall afternoon and catch up on what's been happening with each other lately. Call Kathy Longlett ( ) or Grace Haller ( ) if you "In" for a hoot of a good time! 10/03 10/08 (92!!) 10/15 (91!!) 10/16 10/19 10/21 10/23 10/24 10/26 10/27 (newest senior-baby :) Call if you need a ride - we can arrange that, too. Morning Book Review When: Monday, October 17th - 9:30am Where: Zion s Dengler Lounge Book: The Glass Castle, by Jeanette Walls The book is a memoir by the author that recounts the unconventional, poverty-stricken upbringing Walls and her siblings had at the hands of their deeply dysfunctional parents. Availability: Check bookstores and libraries-- this book is popular right now because a movie is coming out. Thank you! Thanks to Pastor Karen and our entire Zion family for your care, cards, calls, meals, rides, and encouragement during my knee surgery and recovery. It feels wonderful to be back in worship with you again! Chuck Dau Any questions about the Morning Book Review? Give Anita Hagen a call. Join us ALL are welcome! He Says ZION MEN s GROUP Invites ALL MEN OF ZION to a time of Breakfast, Bible study, and fellowship on Saturday, October 15th at 8:00am at the Hickory Gardens restaurant in Davenport. ALL men are welcome bring your Bible and a guest if you d like! If you wish to come for the first time, or will be bringing a guest, please Call Tom Handlen ( ) so we can reserve enough room/tables. She says Women's News On October 9th, our worship includes a service of ThankOffering. During this service there are special litanies, prayers, and participation by members of the ZLCW (Zion Women s Circles). Also included is a special blessings of the more than 100 School Kits made by all of Zion through women s circles and God s Work, Our Hands project; the Personal Care Kits made by our Zion women; and the Quilts made by our Zion Piece-corps. Then all these items will be sent to Lutheran World Relief to be shared with our brothers & sisters in Christ around the world. The women of Zion also bring forward their thankofferings which they ve collected throughout the year. This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it! May God bless God s own work through our hands, and may our global neighbors be blessed and rejoice also!

6 Zion News monthly - October W. 8th St - Davenport IA ALTAR FLOWERS GIVING OCTOBER Oct Oct. 30 OPEN Carol & Gary Witt Harrison family OPEN Pr. Karen Ullestad Want to give flowers (or an alternate offering) but not sure how? Instructions sheets are available in the hallway underneath the flower chart. Remember, you can give flowers for the altar or an alternative offering to one of Zion s special funds (ie: Brown Bag, Scholarship fund, etc.) in lieu of flowers. On such Sundays, we will have two green plants adorning the altar. USHERS OCTOBER Al & Wanda McDonnell, Bill & Penny Dressler, Mike Harrison add Barb Grady Greeters for October (One Svc - 9:00am ) Oct Oct. 30 Qualified applicants of all ages speak with Grace Haller ( ) -or sign up on the sheet posted across from the church office. Communion Set-up & Clean-up - OCTOBER - Darrell & Kathy Longlett (glasses) - Harrison family (intinction) Oct Winn/Engstrom family (intinction) 3 - Babka family (intinction) Oct Kealey family (intinction) Thank you! Lectors October Janine Johnson - Anita Hagen Oct Char Engstrom 3 - OPEN Oct OPEN ACOLYTES OCTOBER - Addison & Peyton Flynn Katey & Megan Harrison Anna Winn & Grace Engstrom Grace & Sarah Babka Kate Kealey & Jessica Elliott THANKS BE TO GOD FOR EACH OF YOU and the leadership you give to our worship! Remember, if you cannot serve when scheduled, please call one of your fellow acolytes to switch or have them sub for you. Call Beth in the Zion office if you need us to look up someone s number for you. ATTENDANCE in SEPTEMBER Grace Haller Mary Lou Kelley Howlands & Alice Lynch Alice Lynch Darrell & Kathy Longlett WANTED: People who can smile, shake a hand, and say, Hi, Hello, and/or Welcome The work is easy, the shift is short, the reward is what you make of it! Ushers needed for ALL services Contact the Zion office if you could serve for a month or two. Oct.16 Oct.23 Oct.30 page 6 (sign up across from the Zion office :) Assisting Ministers - October Oct Oct Kris Preston Julie Kalkwarf Kirby Winn Dona Noble Janine Johnson TELLERS OCTOBER 10/02 - Chuck Dau, Carl Engstrom, Lisa Z., Eva H. 10/09 - John & Roxeann Ford, Jim & Sherry Koens 10/16 - Stuart Goldsmith, Delores Smith, Matt Engstrom 10/23 - Mark & Beth Meyer, Sue Keller, Gene Rome 10/30 - Mark & Beth Meyer, Lisa Zosulis, Mike Detmer