Author: Marlene

Zion Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod

121 Bluejay Avenue– Mayer, MN 55360

Sharing Hope ~ Teaching Christ.

SENIOR PASTOR:
VACANT

ASSOCIATE PASTOR: VISITATION PASTOR:
Rev. Adam Gless Rev. Tom Colgrove
adam.gless@gmail.com rtcole@live.com
952.657.2566, x103 office 763.614.9622
952.657.2266, home

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR: OFFICE MANAGER: OFFICE ASSISTANT:
Mr. Joshua Baumann Mrs. Ashley Lieske Mrs. Donna Hoese
Jbaumann.zion@gmail.com zion.mayer.office@gmail.com donna.hoese@gmail.com
952.657.2339, x104 office 952.657.2339, office 952.647.2339, x112
952.657.7868, office fax office

Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost ~ November 11, 2018

Psalm: Psalm 146 (Front part of Hymnal)
Old Testament: 1 Kings 17:8-16
Epistle Reading: Hebrews 9:24-28
Gospel Reading: Mark 12:38-44
Sermon: “A Teachable Moment on Faith” Mark 12:38-44 Pastor Gless
8:00 AM Hymns:
“Herald, Sound the Note of Judgment” LSB 812 (Hymn of the Month)
“Lord of All Hopefulness” LSB 738
“We Give Thee But Thine Own” LSB 781
“Take My Life and Let it Be” LSB 783
“See Ye First” LSB 712

The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod belief about the Sacrament of the Altar:
(also called the Lord’s Supper and Holy Communion)
What is the Sacrament of the Altar?
It is the true body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ [in, with, and] under the bread and wine, instituted by Christ himself for us Christians to eat and to drink. (Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:19-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-25)
What is the benefit of such eating and drinking?
These words “given and shed for you for the forgiveness of sins” show us that in the Sacrament forgiveness of sin, life, and salvation are given to us in the sacrament through these words.
Who receives the sacrament worthily?
The person is truly worthy and well prepared who has faith in these words: “Given and shed for you for the forgiveness of sins.” But anyone who does not believe these words or doubts them is unworthy and unprepared, for the words “for you” require all hearts to believe. (Martin Luther, Small Catechism).
“We must never regard the sacrament as a harmful thing from which we should flee, but as a pure, wholesome, soothing medicine that aids you and gives life in both soul and body. For where the soul is healed, the body is helped as well. Why, then, do we act as if the sacrament were a poison that would kill us if we ate of it? Of course, it is true that those who despise the sacrament and lead unchristian lives receive it to their damnation… But those who feel their weakness, who are anxious to be rid of it and desire help, should regard and use the sacrament as a precious antidote against the poison in their systems. For here in the sacrament you are to receive from Christ’s lips the forgiveness of sins, which contains and brings with it God’s grace and Spirit with all his gifts, protection, defense, and power against death, the devil, and every trouble.” Martin Luther Large Catechism
FOR OUR GUESTS…
We are delighted to have all guests and visitors with us today! As we celebrate Holy Communion, if you have not yet been instructed in the faith, or if you hold to a faith different than the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, it is out of love that we would, for the moment, invite you to refrain from partaking of this meal until we have had a chance to talk with you about our beliefs and practices. If you desire to learn more about our practice of the Lord’s Supper, you are invited to be a part of Zion’s Welcome to Worship class which is held twice a year. In the meantime, please feel free to come forward for a blessing, placing your arms across your chest to let the pastor know you would like to receive that blessing. As our pastors desire to faithfully love and care for you, please respect our position of love on this matter. In addition to the individual cups, we also offer the Common Cup during the administration of the Lord’s Supper. Non-Alcoholic White Wine is also available in the center portion of each communion tray. Gluten free wafers are available. Please request a gluten-free wafer from the pastor.

IN YOUR PRAYERS THIS WEEK, please include:
Those who are in God's care, especially our shut-ins
Also for Pastor LeRoy LaPlant, Jody Snow, Arlys Honebrink, David Roy, Lorraine Thaemert, Dick Krahn, James Hagen, Carol Carlson, Lucille Farniok, Edna Ernst, Dolores Hoese, Kathy Ecklund, Arlene Steinborn, Joanne Hartwig
Blessings for those celebrating birthdays this week: Nov 11– Emily Dewald; Nov 12– LuAnn Kirchoff; Nov 16– Jason Devine; Nov 17– Thomas Bokenewicz, Mark Esser, Paul Malberg, Wendy Turner
Blessings for those celebrating anniversaries this week: Nov 11– Milan & LeAnn Stender (57)
Our missionaries: Todd Roeske and family (Alaska & Philippines), Pastor James May and Family (Lutherans in Africa). Pre-Seminarian– Mark Esser (Concordia Nebraska). Seminarian Mark Peters & his wife Martha (nee Buckentin) (Fort Wayne)
PRAYER MINISTRY– Zion’s Prayer Chain is available for your use! To initiate a prayer, please call one of the following contact persons: Arleen Hoese (657-1049), Marlene Jopp (657-2398), or Sharon Buckentin (657-2549). You may also use prayer cards (found in church pews) to request prayers from prayer chain or during Sunday worship.
INCLUDING CHILDREN IN WORSHIP—We welcome children in the worship service! Worship Bags for toddlers are available to help you share the worship experience with your child. They’re located at the balcony stairs.
DID YOU KNOW that your kindness and generosity through the “Help a Neighbor” Fund has helped multiple families who were in significant need? Through this fund help was given by assisting with things like utilities, gas & food. Thank you for your past and continued support of this important ministry~
LAST WEEK'S OFFERING —Operating Fund (Church, School, LHS, Missions): $ 11,318.30; Debt Reduction: $325. Honor the Lord with your wealth, and with the first fruits of all your income. Then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine." Proverbs 3:9-10.
Mark 12:44 – “For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.” From Old Testament times right through to today the Lord has urged us to give to His work in the Church in proportion to how He has blessed us. He has also called us to sacrificial giving, that is, giving that actually costs us something. That’s the shape of true Christian generosity.

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November 11 – Pentecost XXV – “Put not your trust in princes” (Psalm 146:3a). Neither stake yourself upon congresses or courts or physicians or popular opinions. None of these delays even their own death and only hastens the demise of others. Turn away from their life-shortening ways and take refuge instead in the God who made the universe. He who formed your body watches over the hopeless. He lifts up the lowly and saves life still. Lord Jesus, deliver into abundant and everlasting life all who cry out in desperation. Amen.
Next Sunday is Food Shelf Sunday—please bring items for the Friends for Life food shelf in Watertown. Friends for Life gives thanks for the 55 pounds of food delivered in October. Thank you for sharing Jesus’ love in this way.
Looking Ahead— Thanksgiving Eve Service, Nov 21 at 7:00pm
Thanksgiving Day Service, Nov 22nd at 9:00am
Church office Closing at 12:00pm on the 21st, CLOSED 22-23
Items for the December Newsletter/Calendar are due November 19th.
Congregation Self-Assessment Results are available in the narthex or will be emailed out today to all those who are on our email list. If you aren’t getting our emails, please let Ashley in the office know!

UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUCEMENTS …
Mayer Lutheran will be having their annual Veteran’s Day program on Monday, November 12th at 10:23am. The entire community is welcome to attend.
Zion Mayer Dartball team: Mayer remains in first place after 3 wins against Benton. Our next game is Nov 13 at Watertown. Both men and women are welcome to participate. Whether you are interested in playing a full schedule, just occasionally, or have questions please contact Jason Hoese at 952-334-9559 or 952-955-2331.
Feed My Starving Children sign-up sheet is also located in the narthex. It is November 17, 2018 from 9:00-11:00 in Chanhassen. We have 76 spots to fill. Thank you for your time and talents. If you need a ride please contact Gayle Guthland at 952-826-9046 or Chelsea Rademacher at 320-282-6511.
Zion’s Mission Board Breakfast Fundraiser will be held November 18th at the Zion School gym from 9:30am-1:00pm. Waffles, scrambled eggs, Schroeder Meats sausage, fruit, coffee, milk, and orange juice will be served. Funds raised will support the 2019 Kenya Mission Trips! Event is sponsored by Thrivent Financial. Our 2019 Servant Event Team includes members: Wally Buckentin, Lyle & Wanda Honebrink, Duane Smith and non-members Doug Hoese (St. Paul-Watertown) and Tom & Jeanette Smith (St. John-Plato).
Zion LWML is again sponsoring the Christmas Gift Ingathering for Southern Valley Alliance of Battered Women during this month of November. You will find the basket for new unwrapped gifts on the table in the narthex. Gifts will be gathered until Sunday, Dec 2. Please take a look at their wish lists. Thank you for sharing the love of Christ in this way.
Christmas Poinsettia sign up list is in the narthex by the Guest Book. Cost is $10.25 for 6" pot and $5 for the 4" pot. Deadline for ordering is Thanksgiving Day. Poinsettias will decorate church Dec. 23 thru Christmas Day, at which time you can take them home.

Alaska Mission for Christ Event scheduled for this week Thursday will be rescheduled. Pastor Jeff Miller informs us that he will not be able to come to present the video showing the volunteer work he and members of Peace L.C. Hutchinson, do each summer in Alaska villages with Todd & Kim Roeske with AMC
Shrek the Musical—Mayer Lutheran High School presents their Fall Musical this Friday and Saturday night at 7:00pm and Sunday the 18th at 2pm. Come and join us in the swamp!
Mayer Lutheran Celebrate His Harvest, November 30th. Celebrate His Harvest will be a fantastic evening of wonderful food, fellowship, and music! For more information or to purchase tickets online at www.celebratehisharvest.org
2018 THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS - If you are a Thrivent Financial member eligible for designating your 2018 Thrivent Choice Dollars you can direct them by the following ways: Call Thrivent Financial at 1-800-847-4836 and when prompted say "Thrivent Choice" to be directed to a person who will assist you. You may also call your Thrivent Financial for Lutherans representative at the Waconia office at (952) 442-8461. Also Thrivent Choice Dollars direction forms for 2018 are available in the narthex by the mailboxes. If you complete this form it will direct your entire Choice Dollars earned for the 2018 year. Complete the Thrivent Choice Dollars 2018 form - sign and date. You can drop off at the Waconia Thrivent office or place in Darleen Wandersee's box at church for delivery to Waconia. If you have any questions please call Darleen, Zion's Thrivent advocate, at (952) 955-1615. Again thank you for your continued support of Zion's ministries through your Choice Dollars.
Quilt Squares for Sale: Wally Buckentin has made some amazing quilt square hanging pictures for indoor or outdoor use. The funds raised will go towards the 2019 Kenya servant event. You can speak to him about colors if you don’t see something that goes with your color pallet. They are presently located in the narthex above the coat racks. His number is number 657-2549.

ZION SCHOOL NEWS...
“Sharing Hope, Teaching Christ!”…
Zion’s website www.zionmayer.org
Chapel this week is on Wednesday at 8:30am and will be led by Joel Landskroener. Chapel offerings for second quarter go towards 363 Days (363days.org)
SALT SALES – If you are in need of salt, please use the salt sheets in the narthex, or call the school office, 952-657-2339. Thank you for your support!
Remember, November 21st is a half day of school—NO SCHOOL November 22-23 for Thanksgiving Break.
Young Investors (Y.I.) Stamp Program (Ages 0-18 yr) There are nineteen students who have Stamp Collection Sheets started. Donna Lindstrom, the Stamp Coordinator for Zion, for Lutheran Church Extension Fund, will be a Zion School only a few more Thursdays this calendar year. Please bring in your dollars to complete the sheets to the Y. I. Club table on Thursdays from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm . Wooden Prayer Block is given to the student for completing a $25.00 Stamp Collection Sheet this year. The sheet has the application to send to get an account number. Call Donna Lindstrom if you have questions. 952-955-2106
SUNDAY SCHOOL…
Today in Sunday School, the children will study the efforts Abraham made to ensure that his son Isaac would marry a person who loved God in the account of “Isaac and Rebekah.” As a family discuss, “Why is it important to marry someone who shares your Christian faith? What are the blessings of sharing your beliefs with your spouse?”
Preschool: Naaman, Listen to God's Messenger. Review today's lesson with your child.

SHARING HOPE—TEACHING CHRIST . . .
during the week of November 11
Today: Veteran’s Day
Worship/Holy Communion 8:00 AM
Bible Class/Sunday School 9:15 AM
Worship/Holy Communion 10:30 AM
Monday: Veteran’s Day Program @ LHS 10:23 AM
Carver Lifelines @ Trinity 3:30 PM
Wednesday: Chapel 8:30 AM
Midweek Bible Class 10:00 AM
Midweek Catechesis 3:45 PM
Ladies Bible Class 7:00 PM
Thursday: All Boards 7:00 PM
Saturday: Zion @ FMSC Chanhassen 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Next Sunday: Worship/Holy Communion 8:00 AM
Bible Class/SS 9:15 AM
Mission Breakfast Fundraiser 9:30 AM-1:00 PM
Worship/Holy Communion 10:30 AM
SERVING THE LORD & HIS PEOPLE TODAY:
Worship Leader/Preacher: Rev. Adam Gless
Elder: Dean Schuette
Greeters: Early: Robert Luecke, Daryl & Heather Luecke, Bruce Hoese, Darla Wisch Family
Late: Joel & Barb Grimm, Larry & Paula Hoeft, Paul & Diane Erdman Family
Organist: Autumn Frey Vocals: Kathy Ecklund
Keyboard: Autumn Frey
Acolytes: Greta Knutson Carly Tuttle
Grace Knutson Avery Studer
PowerPoint: Austin Maetzold Chris Farniok
Readings for Next Sunday: Daniel 12:1-3, Hebrews 10:11-25, Mark 13:1-13

ELDERS and their assignments for 2017 :
Alstadt-Cole: Mike Bokenewicz (952) 292-4174
Cooper-Goede: Dave Hoese (952) 955-2500
Gongoll-Heuer: Stefan Wismar (612) 791-4678
Hilk-Iverson: Curt Lundeen (952) 657-2155
Jackson-Luecke: Dake Kovar (952) 955-1887
Lundeen-Otterstatter: Dean Schuette (952) 200-9394
Petermann-Sievert: Blake Hahn (507) 382-8396
Smith-Thole: Robert Luecke (952) 467-0665
Thomas-Ziermann: Bill Devine (952)-657-2641
Please give your elder a call any time you have questions or concerns.
Thank you!

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