Call to Worship Page | 1 Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Call to Worship Zion Lutheran Church, Snohomish, Washington http://zionsnohomish.360unite.com * [email protected] * 360-568-2700 July 2019 Printed 6/21/19 Pastor’s Page Patriotism Deuteronomy 26:9 – He brought us into this place and gave us this land, a land flowing with milk and honey. We recognize God’s guiding hand in the history of We also deplore our national fault. We know that our country. He brought our forebears here. He gave life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness lie in us this land which, in more respects than Israel’s obedience to the law and will of God. There is no true promised land, flows with milk and honey. Through patriotism without God to lead and guide us. If we the sacrifices of those who have gone before us, God want peace and prosperity to continue, we must be founded our great nation and made her a blessing to the ones who make it so. True patriotism will lead us the world. to purify that which is defiled. We shall not hold our As true patriots and God’s dear children we love our peace until the righteousness of God has gone out to country and are loyal to her ideals. We pray for her the very corners of the land. leaders and for those who serve us on a daily basis. We dedicate ourselves and our country to God the We pray that we ourselves might do those things and Father of all eternity, and to His Son who is Jesus be those people only which are pleasing to the Lord Christ the Lord. We pray His message of salvation and of help to many. to become the cherished possession of all people everywhere. May this land that we love be the helping friend of mankind the world over. Better citizens make for a better nation. Heavenly Father, we thank You for our land of liberty. We pray for our country and for those who hold public office. Purge our nation of the deep causes of our corruption and protect the rights of all people. May those who hold high office have the faith and daring to hold Your kingdom in their hearts. Help us to share our blessings with others and hasten the day of brotherhood in all the world; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Noel D. Koss, Interim Minister Call to Worship Page | 2 Thoughts from An Elder Dear Brother and Sisters in Christ, Now that we have completed the video portion of the Gospel DNA presentation, I would like to do a study of the Gospel DNA book starting in September. Milepost #25 Tentatively at 1 & 7 p.m. on Wednesdays unless Continuing the Walk with Your Pastor Iben wants to have a class then, if so, we will Servant Leader have to pick another day. The book is divided into five sections, each describing one of the five markers The Lord has granted us another evangelism of a flourishing church. Each section is divided into opportunity. A few months ago, the Seattle five chapters describing a different aspect of that Children’s Chorus director, Kris Mason, was marker. In the end the book provides a road map for introduced to the Trustees and me about the us to fulfill our mission statement. We will study one possibility of using 2 rooms in the lower level of the chapter (6 to 10 pages) per week and answer the church and the sanctuary for choir rehearsals once a questions at the end of each chapter. week from September through June of the following What I need to know is how many are interested so year. This idea was reviewed by the Board of enough books can be ordered. If you can't attend the Directors leaders last month and was unanimously class but you want to read the booklet let me know approved. This has evangelism written all over it. that also, but I think studying the book in a group What a great opportunity to welcome any of those would be beneficial. In either case you can call Judy families who don’t have a solid “church home” to in the church office or call me directly. come and visit us as we worship. Let’s welcome them in all we do and say. By the way, the In His Service, “choristers” will be singing in at least 2 of our future worship services by agreement. How about that? Richard Hellman Just thinking, why do people come to church? The reasons vary far and wide. However, a common “thread” can be found in those reasons, that goes SUMMER Bible Studies! back to what God has already done for us in the person of His Son, Jesus the Christ. Our * The Sunday morning Bible class commonality is centered on Christ. We gather to meets in the Parish Hall Meeting celebrate a new life in forgiveness and salvation. We Room after worship services starting gather to share our faith and strengthen one another in July. in God’s Name. We gather to ask the Holy Spirit to * Study the book of James on Tuesday evenings “open our eyes and ears” to the truths found in the at 6:30 in the Parish Hall Meeting Room. words and promises of God Himself. God graciously Everyone is welcome to join us. gives us the faith to believe in Christ as our only * Tuesday, July 2nd, through August 6th, the Savior. Gables are hosting a study called “Explaining Let’s integrate the “stranger” or “new visitor” into All the Scary Stuff in Revelation.” The study becoming a part of the real reason we come to begins at 7 p.m. Questions? call Gary at 425- worship. Let’s reach out to bring in. 407-3128. A Part of the Fishnet, * Men’s Bible Breakfast meets on Wednesdays Gary Gable at 7 a.m. at the Collector’s Choice Restaurant, 215 Cypress Avenue in Snohomish. Men of any age are invited. July 2019 Zion Lutheran Church Call to Worship Page | 3 Community Kitchen The Snohomish Community Kitchen Visitor Cards offers a FREE meal every Monday Congregation members please be aware, that when and Thursday from 4:30 – 6 p.m. at greeting and talking with our visitors there are cards nd St. John’s Episcopal Church, 913 2 in the back pews for visitors to fill in follow up Street in Snohomish. Everyone is welcome! contact information. Zion is providing the meal on Monday, July 1st. Your help is needed. We begin the meal Most important pieces for visitor information are: preparations at 2 p.m. and begin clean-up at 5 p.m. If you need more information or would like to help, 1. Full Name please contact Carolyn Jensen (360-568-9384) or 2. Cell* or Home phone Janet Zwar (425-346-3565). 3. Email* 4. Notes at bottom of the card More awareness is coming in announcements by Evangelism Team to help you & Pastor for Here Is the “Scoop!” ............. [from Lynne Hereth] contacting future visitors (and potential members). Parish Education will put on a rather different Bible school plan. It is not In Christ, formal and there is no student sign up involved. We will call it “Summer Norm Anderson, Evangelism Elder Good News Reads and Cool Treats!” The dates are July 9, 10, & 11 and we will need 3-4 volunteers each day Fishin’ For Who Are We? from 1 – 3 p.m. The recent Lutheran Witness, July 2019, page 25 I have ordered some books and pamphlets from the gave me some thoughts as our leadership Team and Christianbooks.com and plan to use those, as well Pastor are working this summer on Zion as other give-aways, to share the Gospel on the Evangelical Lutheran Church (ZELC) moving street corners around the church and Parish Hall. forward. There are excellent Bible references for We will also give away ice cream bars and you the ZELC Congregation to visit and act upon. popsicles at those times. Question 1: Colossians 2:9-14 I’ll have a banner made to advertise our theme. The Question 2: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 plan is to have volunteers interact with the public, Question 3: 1 Corinthians 1:9-10 and Ephesians share the Word in a low key way, and send them off 4:1-6, 25-32 with the written word of God in a variety of formats Question 4: Philippians 4:1-9 as they munch on their cold treats. The cost will be low. We will have a few coolers with dry ice to For those who pursue the readings listed above, keep the ice cream and popsicles cold, and I was ENJOY! able to acquire the books and pamphlets at discount For those who need the questions to reflect and prices. We will also make available any church and ponder upon the readings, I will gladly provide school information we receive. them! At this point, we would like to secure church Blessings on your days this summer, volunteers for those dates and times. We won’t say no to anyone who wants to help. Norm Anderson, Evangelism Elder Let me know if you have other questions. I’m excited about this plan for this year. July 2019 Zion Lutheran Church Call to Worship Page | 4 Thank You Notes: * We want to Thank all who helped make Lynne Hereth’s Retirement Celebration a success. First Zion Lutheran Church and foremost, her family that shared pictures and Garage Sale dates with me.