Tell the Good News about Jesus 2020 ConvocationWyoming District LCMSFebruary 21-22, 2020Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center, Casper, Wyoming The convocation theme is “Social Media & Technology: Faithfully Confessing the Good News.” Program: Friday speaker: Rev. Todd Wilken Friday banquet speaker: Rev. Ronald Garwood Saturday speaker: Rev. Hans Fiene See the full schedule and register at http://wylcms.org/ttgnaj2020
Heart to Heart Annual Baby Bottle Campaign January 19 to February 16, 2020 Pick up a bottle in the narthex at Zion Fill your bottle with spare change, cash, or checks made out to Heart to Heart, or give online Return filled bottles to Zion or take them to Heart to Heart’s office by February 16 Pray for Heart to Heart’s ministry. Heart to Heart is a Christian, non-profit pregnancy resource clinic. Learn more about Heart to Heart’s free counseling and medical services at www.heart2heart.center
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month 10:00 a.m. Chapel, Spring Wind Assisted Living Zion members, friends, and family are encouraged to attend and visit Zion members who reside at Spring Wind. Pastor Debowey will lead the service.
All ages welcome!Lower Level of St. Matthews Episcopal Cathedral Volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts, though they will accept whatever help you can give: 8 – 10 a.m.: Prep meal, desserts, and salads; set up dining room. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Serve food and wash dishes. 12 – 2 p.m.: Serve food; cleanup. Volunteers under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 307-460-1609 or email Volunteers@LaramieSoupKitchen.org to volunteer. See more information at https://www.laramiesoupkitchen.org/volunteer
New Adult Bible Study begins December 1 The adult Bible class will begin a study of the Epistles of St. John. The class meets in The Room following the Divine Service each Sunday. Join us!
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Sundays “The Room” Classes meet each week during the school year. Check the Sunday bulletin or call the church office for schedule variations.
Thank you ! The July 4 bake sale hosted by the Thrivent Action Team raised over $700 for Interfaith Good Samaritan and Laramie Soup Kitchen. Thank you to all the Action Team members and other volunteers who baked items, set up and staffed the booth, and hauled tables from and back to Zion. Thanks also to Thrivent Financial for the $250 seed money that covered costs for purchased items.
Items needed Drop off at Interfaith Good Samaritan 710 E. Garfield Canned protein (chicken, beef, tuna, Spam) Powdered milk or shelf stable boxed milk “Easy” dinners: canned ravioli, Hamburger Helper, microwaveable meals, etc. Canned soups, beans, fruits Non-food items: size 4, 5, 6 diapers; razors, deodorants, toothbrushes, toilet paper, baby wipes Toiletries collected from travels Peanut or other nut butter, jellies or jams A detailed list is available in the church office.
Holy Week Schedule Sunday, April 14, 2019 — Palm Sunday Divine Service 9:00 am Thursday, April 18 — Maundy ThursdayNoon service 12:15 pmEvening service 7:00 pm Friday, April 19 — Good FridayService of the Word 12:15 pmTenebrae Service 7:00 pm Sunday, April 21 — EasterDivine Service 9:00 amEaster Breakfast 10:30 am
May 5, 2019 following the Divine Service The Church Council and Board of Deacons are bringing a proposal to the congregation to use Zion’s building fund to do an extensive remodel of The Room. The renovation and addition would address needs for building accessibility, a larger fellowship/Bible study space with an upgraded kitchen, a larger nursery, and handicap-accessible bathrooms. Members are encouraged to attend this important meeting about the future of our congregation.