Mark 1:21-28, message preached on Jan. 29, 2012 at Zion UCC Arendtsville Jesus Speaks the Language of Health Gospel is a word we use a lot, and seldom think about. The word “gospel” can be loosely translated as good news. Wikipedia tells us that the word “Gospel” is derived from Anglo Saxon word “Gódspell” (ca [...]
On Sunday Jan. 29 our confirmands led worship, then worked in the kitchen with Pastor Donna. They made loaves of bread, which we then freeze for our soup and bread ministry. They did a great job, although there might have been as much batter licked from the spoon as went into the pans! We appreciate [...]
Our January theme was “Who is Jesus” which was explored by helping understand the special relationship that Jesus had with children. We hope the children grasped the idea that they have a special role to play in a community of faith, and are valued by all of us in so many ways. As always we [...]
In January our Sunday School children have been using the CD and songsets gifted to us through Lee Reinecker’s memorial fund monies. Pictured here are Lee’s daughter Ellen, and his granddaughters Amy and Karen. We also see the 7 Reinecker grand children and great-grandchildren. It was not easy to get everyone onboard for the photo as [...]
Book Club Discussion – The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid Who would have thought that a humorous memoir of growing up during the idyllic 1950’s inDes Moines,Iowacould engender such differing reactions among our Zion Book Club readers? And yet, The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson has earned [...]
Sunday, January 29, 2012 With Authority Visitors: Welcome to our church. Please sign our guest book! If you do not have a church home, we pray that you will find one with us. We have large-print bulletins available, as well as hearing assistance devices. Please ask an usher if you require either of these. Restrooms [...]
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John 1: 43-51 preached on Jan. 15, 2012 “A Very Short Script: Come and See” In this short and vivid narrative we are confronted with a fundamental truth. It is not enough to believe in Jesus, we must also follow him. And we are faced with another fundamental truth, namely, each disciple who follows Jesus [...]
Valerie Bushey writes: “Thank you to the members and friends of Zion who made scarves for the Special Olympic Athletes. 35 handmade scarves were sent for the Pennsylvania athletes to wear in this year’s winter games. It was great fun to see all of the different patterns used. Each scarf is truly unique. Thanks [...]
Sunday, January 22, 2012 Fishers of People Visitors: Welcome to our church. Please sign our guest book! If you do not have a church home, we pray that you will find one with us. We have large-print bulletins available, as well as hearing assistance devices. Please ask an usher if you require either of these. [...]