(A monthly publication of Zion Lutheran Church) AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM. (Confirmation)

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1 ZION NEWS - June (A monthly publication of Zion Lutheran Church) June 2, 2014 Vol Issue 6 AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM (Confirmation) will be celebrated Sunday, June 8th during worship for the following young people of Zion who will affirm their Baptism: Morgan Alexis Beatty Nicholas Anthony Smith Reed Raymond Duncan Mateo Jose Villagomez A reception will be held in the Lounge immediately after worship, where these young people can be greeted, congratulated, and welcomed as adult members of our Zion family! Dear God, in the waters of baptism you make us your daughters and sons forever. May our daily affirmation and celebration of baptism be a light in every part of our lives. Thank you for giving us this opportunity to learn more about your love. Help us to be witnesses of your love in all the world. Amen. SUMMER WORSHIP at ZION Sundays at 9:00am - Liturgy, Word & Sacrament with Special music, Prayer, and as always, community in Christ. See YOU in church! SUMMER is growing season, and Zion continues to grow where we re planted... The Next Zion worshipservice COMMUNITY DINNER for our Family, Friends, Neighbors & Community Wednesday, June 18th, 6:00pm It s prime Grill time and we re not missing a chance! Zion s June Community Dinner will be a grillin & chillin time with burgers & dogs grilled outside, and served inside with de-lish picnic trimmings. Sign up to bring food, drinks, etc. on the list posted in the Office hallway. As always, we can use lots of help with set-up, serving, and take-down but remember, ALL are welcome to come eat and keep Reaching Out in Love!

2 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 2 From the Pastor.. Lord, Jesus, you shall by my song as I journey; I ll tell everybody about you wherever I go: you alone are our life and our peace and our love. Lord Jesus, you shall be my song as I journey. ELW# 808 The next several weeks of our church year will be the Sundays after Pentecost. This year on June 8 th, the day of Pentecost, we will be welcoming four young people through their Affirmation of Baptism. In that rite we will hear them promise to continue in God s covenant, wherever they go. Each one of us can renew our baptism with them, promising to: live among God s people, hear the Word and share in the Lord s Supper, proclaim the good news, serve all people, and to strive for justice and peace, wherever we go. Living these promises is how the Christian tells everybody about Jesus. Renewing our baptismal promise will be a great way to send us into the summer months. Many of us will have family reunions, vacations, day trips, fishing outings, camp weeks in these next three months. These days offer us additional opportunities to tell everybody about the one who is our life, our peace and our love. Wherever this summer finds you, there will be someone who longs to hear the song of Jesus. The power of the Spirit will tune up your voices, stretch out your hands, strengthen your feet, and open your hearts so that Jesus will be your song on your journey. While you are here at home we will be singing Jesus as our song in worship every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Come and join us! and from our Synod Assembly Delegates... Dear Zion family, With the theme Led by the Spirit, the 2014 SE Iowa Synod Assembly was held May 30l June 1 in Coralville IA. On the second day, and the fourth ballot, Michael Burk was re elected Bishop for our Synod. Other business included elec ng several Synod Council members, adop ng the 2015 Synod budget, adop ng the 2015 Compensa on guidelines, and passing a resolu on calling on all SE Iowa Synod congrega ons to designate the third Sunday of September 2014 and 2015 as Defintely Abled Sunday in order to offer prayers, litanies, sermons and/or lessons that highlight the capabili es, issues, and struggles of those with disabili es. The se ng, music, worship and Word all beau fully told how We are, together Led by the Spirit. L Thank you for allowing us to be your representa ves at this very busy, very exci ng event. David and Carole Feeney Married Jeff & Sara (Powell) Courbat May 25, 2014 May you delight in each other and grow in holy love until your life s end. LBW Pastor Karen Ullestad Farewell & Godspeed Michael & Jaime Meyer and Marissa transferred to Bethlehem Lutheran, St. Charles, IL God be with you till we meet again. Summer Sound Techs Needed! Our two faithful sound-techs have earned a well-deserved break so we re looking for a few more to join the crew. If you have any interest in running the sound board for worship services this summer, please call Beth in the Zion office ( ), or talk to John Ford or

3 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 3 SUNDAY SCHOOL 'SCOOP' The children finished up this Sunday school year on Sunday, May 18. There were a lot of fun activities that sparked their interest in Psalm 23. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the teachers, assistants, and prayer partners who assisted us this Sunday school year. You make it a joy to serve on this team! The Faith Formation team is looking for additional people to join the team for this coming fall. The team is responsible for planning and organizing additional educational experiences for our Zion family. If interested, please leave your name with a team member or with the church office. We hope everyone has a refreshing summer. Ever-Growing in Faith... Yours are the hands with which Christ has blessed us. Thanks to all who have been a part of Sunday School Ministry this educational year. Your gifts of time, prayers, and love in Jesus were blessings to our Zion family! Gail Abbs Libbie Babka Linda Baustian Kirsten Ciccotelli Merle Dittmer Char Engstrom Carole Feeney Anne Flynn Anita Hagen Grace Haller Eva Hammond Judy Hardesty Laurie Harrison Mike Harrison Ellen Heritage Liz Heritage Billy Howland Nancy Howland Becky Hupp Ellen Housley Allen Huss Julie Kahler Jody Kealey Mara Kealey Mary Lou Kelley Beth Longlett Kathy Longlett Alice Lynch Bonnie Miller Kaylyn Miller Dona Noble Joe Obleton Donna Rome Cary Scott Stephanie Shipley Delores Smith Stephanie Teel Birdine Tucker Jane Wiese Jenny Winn Kirby Winn Mary Ann Wohlers Lisa Zosulis Dr. Laura Hartman Pastor Britt Vickstrom Janine Johnson Pastor Karen IN CHRIST SPARK Team Ours are the hands that give thanks to God for You! Well Done, good and faithful Students! WE CELEBRATE with those of our faith family who graduated from high school and college, and are delighted to recognize the significant accomplishment they have achieved: From: Future Plans: Anthony Howland Dav. Central High Scott Community College Mara Kealey Dav. Central High Iowa State University History Hannah Tegtmeier Dav. West High Scott Community College Kirsten Ciccotelli Univ. of Iowa Operations Mgr for Midwest - B.A. Human Relations Contracting -and- volunteering w/ Family Resources Caitlin Dau Univ. of Northern Iowa ESL Instructor at U.N.I. for 1 year; - M.A. Teaching English as then open for an international Second Language position Petra Hahn St. Olaf College Serve 1 year with cum laude Lutheran Volunteer Corps. - B.A. Biology with Apply to Medical School Congratulations to you all; we pray God s abundant blessings upon you as you step into the future, and whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. [1 Cor. 10:31]

4 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 4 More Growing in Faith and Fun! Faith Talks Faith Talks will be taking the month of June off. However, in July we will be collaborating with the Global Mission team to share information about our global partners in faith in Haiti and Tanzania. Please plan to stop by and enjoy some coffee and conversation. Graduation Partay! Please feel free to stop by for some cake and a beverage to celebrate Mara Kealey's graduation from Central High School. The Zion family played a big role in her "growing in faith," so we would love for all of you to join us! When: Friday, June 20th; 4-7pm open house Where: Duck Creek Park Lodge 3300 E Locust St Davenport, Iowa Reaching out in Love... Janine's jottings... Neighborhood & Outreach Ministries Zion s June Community Dinner: On June 18 th at 6:00 we ll be grillin and chillin. We re planning an old fashion picnic with burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, chips, fresh veggies and dessert! What a great way to start the summer!! Check out the signup sheets across from the office. Come and join your neighbors and friends for amazing food, great fun and wonderful fellowship. Zion s Neighborhood Ministry Team will meet Monday June 9 th from 5:00-6:00. All are invited to join as we explore together ways we can reach out in love and service to our community. Food Pantry News: A pantry tidbit: On May 7 th 3,255 lbs of food was picked up at the food bank for a cost of $1, The estimated wholesale value of this food was $4,882.50; Zion saved $3, And Zion s pick up team was assisted by 6 members of the St. Ambrose University baseball team and their coach. St. Ambrose has an expectation of all their student athletes that they will participate in community service activities. Thus as part of their community service hours they have committed to assist Zion with food bank pickups during the upcoming academic year. Remember the pantry is open weekly Monday and Thursday 3:30-5:00pm and the fourth Saturday of the month 9:30-11:00am. A side note: The pantry is no longer in need of egg cartons. Thank you to all who have so generously been bringing them in. Prayer Shawl Group (The W rappers): The knitting needles and crochet hooks continue to be busy creating beautiful shawls & afghans. Please join the group Saturday June 21 st from 9:30-11:30 as we prepare and pray over these knitted and crocheted gifts of warmth and love. Please feel free to come and go as you need. Farmers Markets: The local Summer Farmers Markets are open. There are a variety of locations and times so check local newspapers for more information. July is Global Mission Month Get ready for activities relating to Zion s global mission during July. Every week you ll find in the bulletin a fun fact about either Haiti, home to Meno School whom we have helped support during the last three years or Tanzania, home to our companion congregation in Kirangaree. During worship on the 3 rd Sunday, July 22, the ensemble will lead the congregation in international worship song for global music Sunday. Zion s July neighborhood dinner will incorporate foods and atmosphere that are reminiscent of Haiti and Tanzania. Join our global mission team every Sunday in July for coffee and a snack after worship where we ll be delighted to share more in depth information about Zion s global partners.

5 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 5 Seniors, Small Groups, and Such... OWL s (60+ Fellowship) Looks like we re ALL in for a trip to the Shed but for a reward this time! The Zion Older.Wiser.Lutherans first outing of the summer will be Thursday, June 26th at and we re headin for Jersey Jersey Grille that is, 5255 Jersey Ridge Rd in Davenport. We ll meet there at 11:30am, order lunch from the menu, and then some great company & conversation. Please call Grace Haller or Kathy Longlett by June 23rd if you plan to join us. ALL 60+ers WELCOME! Birthday Joys to our June Senior- babies 6/04 - Janice Mohr 6/05 - Anita Hagen 6/07 - Chris Lorenzen 6/08 - Marian Stroupe 6/09 - Bev Ervin 6/13 - Margaret Dau 6/15 - Allen Huss (91 and goin strong!) 6/18 - Betty Thomas 6/21 - Sherry Koens 6/22 - Nancy Stanger 6/27 - Sandra Jurgens 6/27 - David Seitz 6/30 - Myrtle Engstrom (93 never looked so good!) Morning Book Review Date: Monday, June 16 9:00am Place: Zion s Dengler Lounge Book: Caleb s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks Brooks has written a novel of historical fiction set in the 1600s. Caleb, a member of the Wampanoag Indian tribe that inhabits Massachusetts Great Harbor (Martha's Vineyard) is the first Native American that will graduate from Harvard College. Availability: Check local libraries and book stores (including "used"). Please join us if you can ALL are welcome! Contact Anita Hagen with any questions about the Review. Seeking Summer Special Music and More During the summer months our Adult, Childrens, and Handbell choirs take a sabbatical, so Zion s worship services are left with a sort of gap to either fill or not fill with special music or other If you (or someone you know) would like to share a gift or talent you have that would enhance our worship, please sign up on the sheet posted on the bulletin board in the office hallway. Vocal solos, duets, small groups, instrumental music, or a poetry reading or a skit done to the glory of God would be appreciated by all. So give it some thought and sign up to share the gift of You! Staff Out of the Office schedule Just a brief heads-up to our faith family the Zion staff has some of our vacation time scheduled, as follows: Pastor Karen: June James Hill: June Beth Longlett: August 7 11 We will inform the congregation as the rest of the staff schedules their away time. Please be assured that pastoral needs will be covered as they arise. For after-hours emergency needs, Pastor Karen may be reached at # Happy Summer, everyone!

6 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 6 NOW HEAR THIS... AND THAT! Women s News A Summer Event for ALL Zion Women Of Many Generations An all- Zion Women Bible Study/Unit Meeting Saturday, June 28th - 9:00 11:30am Zion Fellowship Hall The study covers the 3 summer lessons from Gather women s magazine Study Leaders: Anita Hagen, Gail Abbs, Cary Scott Morning refreshments provided Come all women eat, study, pray and be refreshed to go out and extend God s restoring LOVE to the world! 12 Your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the founda ons of many genera ons; you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to live in. [Isaiah 58:12] MORE Women s News The 27th Annual Convention Of the Women of the ELCA SE Iowa Synodical Women s Organization June 21 & 22 in Ames, IA at Bethesda Lutheran Church Come and See! (John 1:39) is the theme of the weekend Come and See the ministry of WELCA, our SEIA Synod, our Women s Clusters, and of our Congregations from the quilts made to give people warmth, to the beauty of God s creation at Reiman Gardens in Ames, to the blessings, needs, and opportunities at Beloit Children s Ctr, the ministry of Lutheran Services in Iowa. Come and see, with our sisters in Christ, rediscovering ways to be faithful. Registration is $55.00 for the convention and Sat. lunch. Questions? Stop in at the Zion of ice and we ll help get you answers. Come and see! SHARING KITCHEN MEAL Saturday, June 14th The Zion Social Ministry team is seeking volunteers to help with this bi-monthly meal that we cook and serve to the folks at Salvation Army Family Shelter just a few blocks away. The next one is Saturday. Cooks start at 3:30 or so in the Zion kitchen. Servers meet here at 5:15 to transport the food to the shelter and serve at 6:00pm. Please call Mary Lou Kelley if you are able to help this month (or in August/Oct./Dec.). Another GREAT way for families to serve others in Jesus name! And Jesus said [to his disciples], You give them something to eat PROPERTY LINES Project Pew Cleaning continues Sat., June 14 & 28, 9:00a-12:00p We re getting closer, but it s a BIG project. Our pews haven t been cleaned for several years, so we re asking for as many as can to help us work to bring back their beauty. Bring rags, buckets, rubber gloves and your elbow-grease :) All available & willing hands appreciated! On another note we ask everyone to refrain from using our pew kneelers as a foot rest. There are a few broken at this time, so please treat with care and only use them when we are invited to kneel during worship. Figures & Financial Facts: Regular Budget offerings May 2014 = $ 17, May 2013 Actual Expenses = $ 22, Current month status +/- - $ (4,804.04) Year-to-date Cash-flow 5/30/14 - $(3,478.00) God s work through our hands!

7 Zion News monthly - June W. 8th St Davenport IA page 7 ALTAR FLOWERS GIVING JUNE June 1 - Don Hollmer & family June 8 - Geraniums for Pentecost! June 15 - OPEN June 22 - OPEN June 29 - OPEN 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 2 lovely green plants adorning the altar. USHERS June 2014 Steve & Sue Keller, Anthony Howland, Bill & Penny Dressler We need Ushers - for Sunday worship services. Our list is running thin - yet help from all ages is welcome! If you are available to usher, please indicate your willingness on a pew card or contact Bud Kelley. We are close to having Pastor usher. He doesn t mind, as long as you won t mind the additional time that will add to the service Greeters for June 2014 One svc 9:00am June 1 Barb & Jerry Grady June 8 Anita Hagen June 15 Anita Hagen June 22 - Margie Jump June 29 Grace Haller We need Greeters! Call Grace Haller ( ) to help us. JUNE COMMUNION Set-Up/Clean-Up 6/01 Winn family (glasses) 6/08 Darrell & Kathy Longlett (glasses) 6/15 Kealey family (in nc on) 6/23 Babka family (glasses) 6/29 Beth Longlett & Brian (in nc on) THANK YOU! ACOLYTES JUNE 2014 (One 9:00am) June 1 Kate Kealey & Anna Winn June 8 Brian Sanders & Jessica Elliott June 15 Courtney Hamann & Jake Hamann June 22 Reed Duncan & Mateo Villagomez June 29 Addison Flynn & Adam Good June 1 June 8 June 15 June 22 June 29 THANKS BE TO GOD FOR EACH OF YOU and the leadership you give to our worship. If you cannot serve when assigned, please try to switch with someone or get your own sub. June Communion Assistants (One svc 9:00am) Char Engstrom Julie Kalkwarf OPEN: need 1 runner OPEN: need 1 runner OPEN: need 1 runner June 1 June 8 June 15 June 22 June 29 Lectors June 2014 TELLERS June (One svc at 9:00am) One 9:00am Beth Longlett Gail Abbs Dona Noble OPEN OPEN 6/ 1 Chuck Dau, Matt Engstrom, Lisa Zosulis 6/ 8 Mark & Beth Meyer, Gene Rome, Sue Keller (team switch!) 6/15 Stu Goldsmith, Delores Smith, Carl Engstrom 6/22 John & Roxeann Ford, Jim & Sherry Koens (switch!) 6/29 Mark & Beth Meyer, Jerry Grady, Lisa Zosulis