April 2017

ZIONS LUTHERAN CHURCH

1801 East Second Street
Defiance, OH 43512 Church Office Email:
Rev. Timothy Reynolds, Pastor [email protected]
419-782-8781
Visit our website at:
Fax: 419-782-6719
www.zionslutheranchurch.com

At the beginning of Lent, we changed a part of the liturgy. At the sending, when we usually hear
something like, God in peace and respond, Thanks be to God, the liturgist said, By grace
have you been saved through faith; to which we responded, and this is not our own doing,
but the gift of God, not the result of works, so that no one may boast.
Why the change? Where did that saying come from? I am glad you asked!
The verses come from Pauls letter to the Ephesians, chapter 2, verses 8 and 9. We said them be-
cause Bishop Daniel Beaudoin, the NW Ohio Bishop of the ELCA, asked us to memorize the verses. Bishop
Beaudoin has named the Year 2017 the Year of Grace. In order to help us remember the verses, I decided to
add it at the end of worship. This change, though raises a good question for us: Why the same thing every
week in worship?
Did you ever wonder why we sing some of the same songs, and go through the same rituals every week in
worship? Lets take a look at our liturgy and see what we do every week:
Confession and Forgiveness, or Thanksgiving for Baptism (during Lent), while facing the baptismal
font.
Gathering Hymn
Kyrie (with Hymn of Praise)
Prayer of the Day
The readings (Old Testament, Psalm, Epistle, Gospel)
Homily
Hymn of the Day
Creed
Prayers
Sharing of the Peace
Offerings and Offertory Prayer
Holy Communion (sometimes called Eucharist, or Lords Supper)
Post Communion Canticle with a Post Communion Prayer
Benediction
Closing Hymn
Sending
That looks like a lot of work! Indeed, that is what liturgy means, the work of the people. Gods people
need this time of holy work in order to reconnect ourselves with God, or sometimes just to remind us that
we are already plugged in! Thats why we gather first at the baptismal font, where we all were joined to
Christ, and confess or give thanks. We need that time to shake off all of the stuff that has kept us from fol-
lowing Jesus throughout the week. There at the baptismal font, at the beginning of worship, we prepare our
minds and hearts to focus on God.
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 Lenten Worship Services Holy Week
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
We will be studying from Luthers Small Catechism. Worship Times
Offerings will be designated for:
1) CPC Womens Resource Center / Defiance Of- April 13
fice needs sleepers (12-18 mos), onesies (12-18
mos), pacifiers, sippy cups, nail clippers and baby 7:00 p.m.
brush/comb sets. We hope to purchase items to do-
nate, or if you would like to shop and donate we Maundy Thursday
will see that your donations get delivered.
(with communion)
2) Filling Memorial Home We will make a dona-
tion to the Activity Fund, that will help purchase
needed supplies and equipment for the residents. April 14
3) Serenity Haven We will make a donation of 7:00 p.m.
kitchen supplies or activity/therapy supplies, both of
which are important components to the recovery and Good Friday
life-skills learning process!
4) Family Services of NW Ohio / Comprehensive
Crisis Care Unit purchase 20 new bedspreads or April 15
comforters for twin size beds. They are in need of 5:00 p.m.
easy to care for items, with a touch of home.
Easter Vigil Eucharist

Lenten Meal Schedule April 16

Soup and Sandwiches will be served by the follow- 7:30 a.m.
ing Ministry Teams on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
Please join us. Easter Sunrise Eucharist
Date Ministry Team 8:30 a.m.
April 5 Innkeepers Easter Breakfast
April 12 Council
9:45 a.m.
Easter Eucharist
CHANCEL CHOIR 11:15 a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt
Will practice on
Sundays at 9:00 a.m. during
Lent.

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 CHILDRENS
SUNDAY SCHOOL
NEWS
Our scripture based lessons will include a Journey
Round Jerusalem devotions and stickers for the Easter Video & Potluck Lunch
Days of Lent.
April 30 11:30 a.m.
We are pleased to add Palin Moore to our Sunday
school roster. Welcome Palin! Rick Steves European Easter video takes you on
a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Swit-
We are planning several opportunities for our zerland, Italy, and Greece, "Rick Steves' Europe-
young people to participate in the church service. an Easter" celebrates this 2,000-year-old story in
On PALM SUNDAY they will process with palm
a variety of cultures. You'll feel the emotion of this
leaves to celebrate that special occasion. On
special time as the Passion of Christ unfolds dur-
EASTER SUNDAY they carry the small cross
along with providing decorations and a perfor- ing Holy Week. We'll join Andalusians carrying
mance for God and his people. Following that ser- parade floats, Greek priests tossing showers of
vice at 9:45 they will enjoy an EASTER EGG flower petals, and villagers blessing olive branch-
HUNT in the prayer garden. Several older students es, plus feasting, fireworks, and more. Exploring a
will serve as the Easter bunny that morning. If rich and fascinating mix of traditions from its
you wish to donate treat filled eggs for the pagan roots to its glorious finale "Rick Steves'
hunt please bring them to the Sunday school European Easter" sheds new light on this time-
room the week before Easter. Thank you! less holiday.
All the children and adults that attended the Game Bring your favorite lunch foods and join us for a
Day had lots of fun learning new games and shar-
fun time of fellowship in Luther Hall. After lunch
ing those they brought. We really need to do this
we will watch the video and learn about Easter
once again!
celebrations in other countries.

Church Council Highlights

March 18, 2017

Lenten study on the small catechism has been well received on Wednesday evenings
Youth will be involved in Palm Sunday procession and will be presenting a program at
Easter. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt after worship.
Shelving was replaced in the pantry.
Chili Cook Off and Junk Food Bingo planned for Sunday, March 19
CPC in need of baby items
Serenity Haven has a wish list that is published on the United Way website.
Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit of Napoleon is in need of items for their in-house facility.
Loads of Love to be held in April Angie will be spearheading with some of her co-
workers.
Shawn Faryniarz will coordinate the Easter breakfast

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 2017 LAWN CARE PROPOSALS Attention
DUE APRIL 16 Graduating Seniors
The Property Ministry Team invites Please notify the church office by
anyone to submit a quote for lawn care ser- April 24, if you or a church member you know
vice for the 2017 season. Duties include mow- will be graduating this year. You may call or
ing, trimming, raking, etc. You must provide email the office at 419-782-8781 or rcas-
your own equipment and be willing to mow [email protected]. Please include
and trim each week or two. Please contact an email address with any correspondence, so
John Diehl for more information or to submit a that a profile form may be sent to the pro-
quote. spective graduate.

Exercise Classes for Veterans

The Defiance County Veterans Office would like to encourage veterans, their significant others, and surviving spouses
to take the courses offered below, but we are also open to members of the general public. The class fee can be
waived by asking for a scholarship, no paperwork involved, for those who would find the fee a financial struggle. The
exercise mats have been purchased by the KAVIC fund (Keller Trucking Charitable Fund).
Registration forms are available in the church office. Direct questions to: [email protected] or call(419) 782 - 6861.

Yoga Fit for Warriors Budo Taijutsu

Instructor: Sue Moninger Instructor: Nate Metz
This slow paced class strives for a relaxed atmos-
Yoga is the practice of using poses and breathing to phere. This is an introductory approach to the initial
balance mind, body, and spirit. It strengthens the movements of Budo Taijutsu. This no contact class
core, relaxes the mind, and increases balance. Yo- will improve balance both physically and spiritually.
ga teaches how to listen to the body, challenge the This class is designed for men and women looking
mind, and respects both at the same time. Modified for that certain thing in their life that just cant be de-
poses are available for different physical challenges. scribed. Any level of physical fitness is welcome. All
you need is a open mind and comfortable workout
Classes will be Tuesday nights 6:307:30 pm clothes.
from April 25 to May 30 at Zions Lutheran Church
Classes will be Tuesday nights 5:306:30 pm
Cost: $20 ($30 if attending Budo Taijutsu and also
from April 25 to May 30 at Zions. Cost: $20 ($30 if
Warrior Yoga). Class size is limited to 10 per class
taking both classes) Class size is limited to 10 per
so please register early. Deadline is April 17. class so please register early. Deadline is April 17.

NAMI BASICS DEVOTION BOOKLETS FOR LENT

CLASS Please pick up your free copy in the Narthex or at the
back of the Sanctuary. One per family, please.
The National Alliance on Free Indeed brings Luther's Small Catechism
Mental Illness will offer a free five session pro- into your home for devotional time during this year
gram for parents or caregivers of children with of observing 500 years of reformation. Each day fea-
emotional and behavioral difficulties beginning tures a reading from the catechism, accompanied by
April 1 from 1:003:30 pm at Zions Lutheran an evocative image, a quotation to ponder, a reflec-
Church. To register please call Lisa at 419-438- tion, and a prayer.
7384.

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(Rev Timothy Reynolds continued from page 1)
Save the Date:
Reminded of our connection to God, we then gather May 14 - "Undie Sunday"
as an assembly to praise God for all that God has
done for us not just in the past week, but through- Mother's day collection of new
out our lives. Worship is not just about getting us
through another week, but for leading us in the ups packages of women's and children's
and downs of life. It is about God always being there underwear for The House of Ruth...
for us. Worship, then, gives us something to which
we might hold on it defines what our lives can, and Mom always told you to wear clean
undies ... Honor her by donating on
should always look like.
In the coming weeks, I will cover a part of the liturgy
in this article. If you are interested, I am working on a this day!
short class about the liturgy that will dig deeper. The
liturgy class will help us not only appreciate our wor-
ship experience, but it will help us see how worship
shapes our lives. May 21 - Red Cross Blood Drive,
Now, Go in Peace. Serve the Lord! 11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
Pr Tim

DEACON SUPPORT TEAM

All members should be aware of their deacon and hopefully have met him or her to discuss any concerns
or questions you may have had. Your deacons have a sincere interest in serving your needs and encourage you
to bring your needs to the attention of Pastor, the deacon group or council whichever is appropriate. In turn,
we trust you have an equally sincere interest in getting to know your deacon as a present and future friend and
confidant. We also want to emphasize the importance of speaking with Pastor whenever the need arises. He
wants to know your concerns to help provide a solution or answers to your questions. He remains the best re-
source within our congregation to share wisdom and knowledge. Deacons are not exempt from having a dea-
con of their own. At times we need someone willing to listen and we turn to our deacon. In our bi-monthly
meetings, the nine deacons discuss a variety of topics concerning the spiritual welfare of the congregation.
Most importantly we are available for you when your needs might require someone to talk with other than Pas-
tor Tim. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the members of Zions Lutheran Church and we encour-
age you to reach out to your deacon whenever the need arises. Please call the church office for any assistance.
Dick Anderson

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 IN CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY
April 2017
We pray for Gods comfort for the fol-
LESSONS lowing family who recently lost a loved
one:
April 1 & 2 Lent 5 The family of Charles & Barbara Stephens on the
Ezekiel 37:1-14
Psalm 130
loss of his mother, Eileen Stephens on March 9,
Romans 8:6-11 2017.
John 11:1-45

April 8 & 9 Passion/Palm Sunday Dear Zions Friends,

Isaiah 50:4-9a Thank you to Pastor Tim and all my church
Psalm 31 family for the prayers for my successful
Philippians 2:5-11 knee surgery. I am so thankful. God bless
Matthew 26:14-27:66 all of you.
April 13 Maundy Thursday Mary Rickard
Exodus 12:1-14

BAPTISM
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
John 13:1-17, 31b-35
William Dominique Marckel
April 14 Good Friday
Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Baptized: March 25, 2017
Psalm 22 Will is the son of
Hebrews 10:16-25
John 18:1-19:42 Ben & Annie Marckel
grandson of John & Karen Bostelman
April 15 Easter Vigil
Romans 6:3-11 and great-grandson of Donna Ripke
John 20:1-18 Sponsors: Chad & Jenelle Kahle
April 16 Easter Day
Acts 10:34-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 And the chili cook off winner is
Colossians 3:1-4
Matthew 28:1-10
Jenny Epple
She won the trophy and a gift certificate donated by
April 22 & 23 Easter 2
Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant
Acts 2:14a, 22-32
Psalm 16 Runner up is...
1 Peter 1:3-9
John 20:19-31 Barb and Gary Wisner...winners of a gift certificate
from Cosmo's restaurant
April 29 & 30
Acts 2:14a, 36-41 Grab bag Bingo was enjoyed by all, with prizes donat-
Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 ed by Dad's Dairy Depot, Taco Bell, Padrone's Pizza,
1 Peter 1:17-23 Fricker's and Meek's Pastry Shop; along with lots of
Luke 24:13-35
other goodies that filled the bags. A big shout out to
John Diehl for being our "caller" ... and thank you to
all of the merchants that donated prizes to help
make this a fun day for all!

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 Area Members in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living

Waunita Badenhop LoAnn Peters

Happy Birthday
Kingsbury Place # 127
245 W. Rosewood Ave.
Kingsbury Place # 114
245 W. Rosewood Ave. April
Defiance, OH 43512 Defiance, OH 43512

Linda Chehi Bob Retcher Jonathon Barth 4/1

Twin Rivers # 408 The Laurels of Defiance
395 Harding Ave. 1701 Jefferson Ave. Cooper Hageman 4/1
Defiance, OH 43512 Defiance, OH 43512 Gene Vogel 4/2
Don Dunbar Juanita Rosebrock Julie Gustwiller 4/5
The Lutheran Home Kingsbury Place #140 Marty Schaufele 4/5
1036 S. Perry St. 245 W. Rosewood Ave.
Napoleon, OH 43545 Defiance, OH 43512 Malory Eickhoff 4/12
Carl Snyder 4/12
Norma Mansfield Roberta Schmunk
Twin Rivers Glenn Park Terry Hohenberger 4/13
395 Harding Ave. 2429 William A. Diehl Ct. Bonnie Meffley 4/14
Defiance, OH 43512 Defiance, Ohio 43512
Marsha Leaders 4/16
Hazel Smith 4/16
Luke Reynolds 4/23
Nancy Swingle 4/25
March Cindy Hageman 4/26
ATTENDANCE & OFFERINGS Phyllis Hahn 4/26
Jason Brown 4/27
Mary Calvin 4/28
ATTENDANCE MINISTRY BLDG IMP.
DATE 5:00pm/9:45am FUND $ FUND $ Please help keep our records accu-
Ash Wed 52 Total of $ 652.05 for DARE rate! If your birthday is not here or
is incorrect, please call the church
March 4 & 5 26/69 $ 4,659.75 $ 25.00 office at 419-782-8781 or email the
March 11 & 12 24/59 $ 3,732.88 $ 139.00 church secretary at rcasler@zions
March 18 & 19 31/68 $ 2,850.75 $ 30.00 lutheranchurch.com Thanks!
March 25 & 26 55/62 $2,369.00 $141.00

Lenten offerings to date $585.10

In order to meet our weekly budget guidelines, we need
$3,860.00 for the Ministry Fund each week.

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 Treasurers Report - February 2017
Funds Beginning YTD YTD Ending
Balances Balances
Income Expenses
1/1/17 1/31/17

Ministry Operating Fund $ 2,863.46 $ 34,661.91 $ 29,972.91 $ 7,552.46

Designated Fund Balances

Audio Visual $ 1,893.38 $ 5.00 $ 613.80 $ 1,284.58
Bells & Music $ 368.22 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 368.22
Rose Fund $ 213.93 $ 14.00 $ 14.00 $ 213.93
Special Designations $ 69.00 $ 15.00 $ 0.00 $ 84.00

Innkeepers Funds
Community Meals $ 10,892.47 $ 50.00 $ 304.29 $ 10,638.18
Food Pantry $ 4,972.79 $ 0.00 $ 504.00 $ 4,468.79
Angel $ 444.86 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 444.86
Community Garden $ 554.30 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 554.30

Memorial Fund $ 15,329.99 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 15,329.99

Bequest Reserves $ 7,153.14 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 7,153.14
Prayer Garden $ 1,511.75 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 1,511.75
Youth Fund $ 1,645.26 $ 0.00 $0.00 $ 1,645.26
Zions Fund $ 4,909.72 $ 300.00 $ 495.00 $ 4,714.72
Bldg. Improve & Maintenance $ 113,890.72 $ 621.00 $ 2,416.72 $ 112,095.00
Designated sub totals $ 629.00 $ 2,203.44
CASH BALANCES $ 166,712.99 $ 168,059.18

Respectfully submitted by,

In order to meet our weekly budget guidelines for 2017,
we need $3,860.00 each week for the Ministry Fund. Gwen Anderson
Gwen Anderson, Treasurer

Please see Gwen Anderson if you would like more specific information about the
churchs finances.

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 WORSHIP Mens DCTV 5
Fellowship You may watch Zions Lutheran Wor-
SCHEDULE meets every Tuesday ship services on Wednesdays @ 6:00
Saturday 5:00 pm at 9:00 a.m. in the p.m. on DCTV 5 Defiance, OH. Sched-
ules are subject to change. Go to
Sunday 9:45 am Narthex
www.dctv.org for up to date schedule.

Worship and The Book

Sisters in Christ Music Group
Sisters in Christ will meet Committee meets on
after worship on April 2. Will meet on April Monday, April 10 at 12:00 p.m.
13. Location at Cosmos.
The following Sunday, cards
to be an- The Reading List is posted on
will be signed in the Narthex. nounced. the Narthex Bulletin Board.

Young at Heart Scrapbook Club

meets on WEDNESDAY, Will meet April 1, in the
April 12. Library at 8:00 a.m.
at 11:30 am, at Leftys Pizza Please bring a snack to share.

LLS Equal DEADLINES

Lutherans of Exchange
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
Long Standing Coffee Every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.
(unless otherwise noted)
Meets on On sale throughout the year!!!!
Tuesday,
April 4, at ORGANIC COFFEE & TEA PRICES May
NEWSLETTER
2:00 p.m. Breakfast Blend $ 8.00 DEADLINE
Decaf Breakfast Blend $ 9.00
in the Library April 17th
English Breakfast Tea $ 3.00
K-cups $10.00 will not work in Keurig 2.0 /Vue

Please remember to call the church office when:

1. You will be or have already moved.
2. You have an addition to your family.
3. You have an address update and/or correction, or
birthday correction.
4. New email address and/or phone number.

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 April 2017
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1
8:00 a Weight
Watchers
8:00 a Scrapbook
Club
1:00 p NAMI Class
5:00 p Worship

2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pastors Day 7:00 a Women @
9:00 a Chancel Choir Off 9:00 a Mens Cabin Fever 8:00 a Weight
9:00 a Sunday School Fellowship 9:00 a Bulletin An- 5:00 p TOPS Watchers
9:45 a Worship 8:00 p Barber- 9:30 a Weight nouncements due 1:00 p NAMI Class
11:00 a Sisters in shoppers Watchers 5:30 p Meal
Christ 1:00 p Text Study 6:00 p Bells 5:00 p Worship
8:30 p AA 2:00 p LLS 7:00 p Worship
5:00 p Lighten Up

9 10 11 12 13 14 15
7:00 a Women @
9:00 a Chancel Choir Pastors Day 9:00 a Mens Cabin Fever 12:00 p Worship & 8:00 a Weight
9:00 a Sunday School Off Fellowship 9:00 a Bulletin An- Music 7:00 p Good Watchers
9:45 a Worship 9:30 a Weight nouncements due
12:00 p Book Friday Ser- 1:00 p NAMI Class
11:00 a Sign Cards 11:30 a Young at 5:00 p TOPS
Group at Cosmos Watchers vice
8:30 p AA 1:00 p Text Study Heart at Leftys 5:00 p Easter
8:00 p Barber- 5:00 p Lighten Up 5:00 p Food Pantry 7:00 p Maundy Vigil
shoppers 7:00 p NAMI Sign Up Thursday Service
5:30 p Meal
6:00 p Bells

16 17 18 19 20 21 22
7:30 a Easter Sunrise Pastors Day
9:45 a Easter- 9:00 a Mens 7:00 a Women @ 8:00 a Weight
Off Fellowship Cabin Fever 5:00 p TOPS Watchers
Worship
2:00 p News- 9:30 a Weight 9:00 a Bulletin An- 1:00 p NAMI Class
11:15 a Easter Egg
letter Deadline Watchers nouncements due 7:00 p Council
Hunt
1:00 p Text Study 5:30 p Meal 5:00 p Worship
8:00 p Barber- 5:00 p Lighten Up 6:00 p Food Pantry
8:30 p AA
shoppers Pick Up

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

9:00 a Sunday School Pastors Day 9:00 a Mens 7:00 a Women @ 8:00 a Weight
9:45 a Worship Off Fellowship Cabin Fever 5:00 p TOPS Watchers
11:00 a Endowment 9:30 a Weight 9:00 a Bulletin An- 1:00 p NAMI Class
8:30 p AA Watchers nouncements due
8:00 p Barber-
shoppers 1:00 p Text Study 5:30 p Meal 5:00 p Worship
5:00 p Lighten Up 6:00 p Bells
5:30 p Budo Taijutsu 7:00 p Chancel Choir
6:30 p Yoga
30

9:00 a Sunday School

9:45 a Worship
11:30 Lunch & Video
8:30 p AA

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 Faith Active in Love April 2017

ALTAR FLOWERS OFFERING COLLECTORS for Sunday 9:45 am

2 Lent 5 1st Sunday Sue McKibben & Cyndi Ensign
9 Palm Sunday 2nd Sunday Angela Mack & Randy Groll
16 Bill & Cindy Wendell 3rd Sunday Cindy Wendell & Sue McKibben
23 AVAILABLE 4th Sunday Marsha Leaders & Angela Mack
30 AVAILABLE 5th Sunday Randy Groll & Sue McKibben
BULLETINS USHERS for Sunday 9:45 am
2 AVAILABLE 1st Sunday John & Frances Diehl
9 AVAILABLE 2nd Sunday Laurie & Dwaine Schey
16 Judy Mekus 3rd Sunday Shawn & Mark Faryniarz
23 AVAILABLE 4th Sunday Sue McKibben
30 AVAILABLE 5th Sunday Youth
ALTAR DUTY
HOSTS for Saturday 5:00 pm
Wed Lenten Services & Holy WeekKate Frank 1 Helena Morris & Donna Ripke
2 Kate Frank 8 Barb & Gene Vogel
9 Marsha Leaders 15 Bob Thomas & Donna Ripke
16 Kate Frank 22 Bob Thomas & Donna Ripke
23 Lois Dodt 29 Bob & Nancy Swingle
30 Barb Jones
LECTOR & DEACON for Saturday 5:00 pm
LECTOR & DEACON for Sunday 9:45 am
(* DEACONS) (* DEACONS)
2 * Dick Anderson & Audrey Eis 1 * Doug Eis,
9 Marsha Deniston 8 Helena Morris
Maundy ThursdayTom Boals & Cindy Wendell 15 * Cindy Wendell & Doug Eis
16 Sunrise * Patty VanDemark 22 AVAILABLE
16 * Dawn McKibben & Tom Boals 29 AVAILABLE
23 Sue McKibben OFFERING COUNTERS
30 Marion Hanson Gene Vogel, Larry Wagner & Steve Graf.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR for Sunday 9:45 am Subs: Bob Thomas, Bill Wendell, Sue McKibben,
2 Lois & Dave Dodt Tom Boals
9 Angela Mack & Stormy Gutman AUDIO-VISUAL
16 Easter Doug Eis, Eric Engel, Stormy Gutman, Angela
23 Leona & Chuck Bailey Mack.
30 Cyndi Ensign
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO FULFILL YOUR COM-
MITMENT, PLEASE ARRANGE FOR A SUBSTI-
TUTE AND INFORM THE CHURCH OFFICE AS
SOON AS POSSIBLE.

WEEKLY BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS

BULLETINS
FLOWER & BULLETIN ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Suggested donation for
are due before 9:00 a.m. Wednesday mornings,
bulletins is $20.00. unless otherwise noted on the calendar.

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 ZIONS MISSION STATEMENT
Driven by Gods spirit we will grow in faith and make Christs love known

DEACONS Prayer List

Dick Anderson Church Council has en-
Tom Boals acted a policy regarding
Find us and Like us we need more
John Diehl the names placed on
followers to spread the word! Are you
Audrey Eis the church prayer list in
friends with a former member? invite
Doug Eis them too we love staying in contact!
the bulletin. If you
Eric Engel Have a question about an upcoming would like prayers on
Dawn McKibben event? you may find your answer. the list for longer than
And, you can add your comments, too! 3 weeks, please make
Patty VanDemark
(If you have trouble searching type in another request. Re-
Cindy Wendell Zions Lutheran Defiance and that quests can be sent to
should find it for you). If you would like the church office via
COUNCIL MEMBERS to post an event you may email it to
phone 419-782-8781 or
[email protected].
2017 by email at: rcasler@
Laurie Schey, President zionslutheranchurch.
Angela Mack, V-President com
Gwen Anderson, Treasurer
Cindy Wendell, Secretary OFFICE HOURS
John Diehl
Lenore Doctor
Monday - Thursday
Audrey Eis
Shawn Faryniarz 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Marion Hanson
Sue McKibben ZIONS EMAIL ADDRESSES
Carl Snyder
Steve VanDemark
Office Secretary - [email protected]
COUNCIL MEETS ON Pastor - [email protected]
the third Thursday of each month
(except July) at 7:00 p.m. Website - www.zionslutheranchurch.com

Get your copy in the church narthex!

Devotional Books : The Upper Room

Christ in Our Home and Word in Season

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Zions Lutheran Church
1801 E. Second St.
Defiance, OH 43512