Advent/Christmas Poinsettia
Poinsettias will be used in the Chancel area on the 4th
Sunday of Advent through the 1st Sunday after Christmas.
If you would like a Poinsettia given "in honor of" or
"in memory of" someone, please complete an order form and return the
completed form with your check to Phyllis Heidt.
The forms are available in the narthex and in the
education building, or use the one provided in the Newsletter.
The Poinsettias will be ordered from a local nursery
and delivered to the church with the pot wrapped. The cost of a
poinsettia is $10.50 each. The order deadline is December 7th.
All Saints Sunday
(November 4th)
All Saints Sunday is a celebration of
those who have lived and died in the faith and is traditionally observed
the first Sunday in November. This means Sunday, November 2nd will be an
opportunity for Zion Church to remember and give thanks to God for
deceased family members and friends. While all the faithful departed
will be honored, particular attention will be given to those who died
during the past year through the lighting of a candle and a moment of
prayerful silence. This year we will be honoring Zula Zittrauer White,
Linda Kay Reinwald, Yolanda Elizabeth Miller, and Rebecca Lynn Kessler.
Thanksgiving Program November 23, 2008
Zion Lutheran Church will host a Thanksgiving Program
starting at 6:30 p.m. on November 23rd. We have invited the
following Churches to join us in the Thanksgiving Service:
Marlow Methodist
Meldrim Methodist
Bethesda Methodist
Powers Baptist
Abundant Life
The offering will go to Manna House and can be either
financial or canned good contributions. A fellowship reception with
finger foods will follow the service. Please mark your calendar for
November 23rd and come help us with a program thanking God
for all He does for us.
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Call Committee Report
By Charlie Heidt
The Call Committee received a candidate name from
Pastor Darrel Peterson from the Synod Office. The Call Committee agreed
to interview the candidate on October 9th. After meeting with
the candidate, it was a mutual agreement that we were not a good match
for each other. We have contacted Pastor Peterson to inform him of our
decision. We have requested additional names of candidates available for
call. We are now waiting on names of candidates from Pastor Peterson.
We ask for the prayer of the congregation for the
call committee and the Synod personnel as we continue to search for the
right pastor to come and serve Zion Church. Your patience and
understanding are greatly appreciated by the call committee.
Fall Festival
Zion’s own New Horizon’s singing group will be
sponsoring Zion’s Fall Festival again this year. So mark your calendars
for Saturday, November 15th and make plans to come and join
us for games, food, entertainment and fun! There will be something for
everyone. All those attending are asked to bring a canned good item for
Effingham County’s FORCE food program. If you would like to help by
assisting with games, baking goodies for the treat walk or making a
monetary donation, please contact any member of the group. New Horizon’s
group members are Andy & Cheryl Dasher, Richard & Karen Hall, Melissa
Osteen and Dana & Dana Lee Smith. Please help us to make this year’s
festival the best yet!
LYO Fundraiser for Jordan Jackson
Have you seen them? Do you have one? What
is it? You’ve got to get one!! You need an orange wristband!! As Jordan
continues his fight with Leukemia, we want to join in his fight. These
special orange silicon wristbands are embossed with the phrase “JOIN THE
FIGHT FOR JORDAN”. Orange is the designated color for Leukemia
awareness. We are encouraging everyone to wear these wristbands as we
continue to pray for and support Jordan. All proceeds will go to the
Love Offering for Jordan. Wristbands are 1 for $3.00 or 2 for $5.00. To
purchase wristbands, contact any member of the LYO.
News By Melinda Heidt
On September 12th - 14th, the S.E. WELCA Convention will be in Pikeville,
TN. We have four ladies who will leave on Thursday, September 11th to
attend the convention. We ask you to remember us in your prayers as we
travel and attend the meetings. We will give a report at the November
Joint WELCA and LMM meeting. All women are encouraged to take part in all WELCA
activities. Look for each month's meetings listed in print copy of the
Zion newsletter.
Senior Citizens
Both Sheriff Jimmy McDuffie and Sergeant Ramsey Mannon
from the Effingham Sheriff’s department were at the Senior Citizens meeting
in October. The Sheriff talked about several new programs they are
implementing getting citizens in the community involved. Sergeant Mannon
talked about watching out for scams and fraud. He cautioned everyone to be
careful in handling their credit/debit cards and in using ATM machines. Also
beware of door-to-door salesmen from out of county and call the Sheriff’s
office if they don’t have papers showing the Sheriff’s office has checked
them out.
Thank you to Charlie &
Melinda Heidt for being in charge of the delicious meal that 32 folks
enjoyed and to all those who helped in the kitchen and/or brought food to
share.
At our next meeting on Wednesday, November 19th,
at 11:30 a.m., Chaplain Andy Krey will be talking about his ministry at the
Savannah ports. A Thanksgiving meal will be provided. So come on out for a
good meal, informative program, and great fellowship. –Bring a friend to
enjoy the get-together with you.
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Lutheran Youth Organization News
Submitted by Dana Lee Smith
October Highlights
During October, we worked hard on our booth for
the Effingham County Fair. Our booth received 2nd place. Thanks to all who
helped in brainstorming, creating and entering our fair booth. We also
enjoyed worship at the area Reformation service followed by dinner out.
November Events
Wednesday, November 5th 6:00pm-7:30pm:
Youth Bible Study
The meal begins at 5:15pm. Come join us for fun
and fellowship as we continue to learn how to apply God's word in our daily
lives.
Sunday, November 9th 2:00pm-5:00pm:
Canned Food Scavenger Hunt
We’ll divide into teams and go to area
neighborhoods to collect canned good for the FORCE food program in Effingham
county. Come join in the fun with this special service project.
Wednesday, November 19th 6:00pm-7:30pm:
Youth Bible Study
The meal begins at 5:15pm. Come explore how God is
at work in your life.
Sunday, November 23rd 12:15pm-5:00pm:
Bowling Social
Bring a sack lunch and a change of clothes to
church. After worship, we’ll head to Savannah for an afternoon of bowling.
Youth need to bring money for games and shoe rental (about $10). We’ll call
as we close to home. Don’t forget your socks!!!
Plan Ahead
Wednesday, December 3rd 6:00pm-7:30pm:
Youth Bible Study
Sunday, December 14th 4:00pm-8:00pm: Service
Project - Christmas Caroling
Wednesday, December 17th 6:00pm- 7:30pm: Youth
Bible Study
All youth in grades 6 - 12 are invited to
participate in youth activities. For additional information contact Dana Lee
Smith.
Children’s Choir
Submitted by Melinda Heidt
We are enjoying working with your child at
choir. They are doing great and are attending practices and singing every
Sunday at Worship Services.
Now we are beginning to practice our
Christmas Musical "The Mystery in the Manager".
Please help your child to learn their
songs and speaking parts at home as we have only 6 weeks to practice. They
will need to bring their books for each Wednesday and weekend practices.
Thanks for your help and your prayers as we continue serving the Lord with
our children’s message through their singing.
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