Women's Book Club
NEW DATE!
Women’s Book Club
The Divine Proverb of Streusel by Sara Brunsvold
Wednesday January 15, 2025 — 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Meeting in the NEW downstairs conference room
The Divine Proverb of Streusel
Shaken by her parents' divorce and discouraged by the growing chasm between herself and her serious boyfriend, Nikki Werner seeks solace at her uncle's farm in a small Missouri hamlet. She'll spend the summer there, picking up the pieces of her shattered present so she can plan a better future. But what awaits her at the ancestral farm is a past she barely knows.
Among her late grandmother's belongings, Nikki finds an old notebook filled with handwritten German recipes and wise sayings pulled from the book of Proverbs. With each recipe she makes, she invites locals to the family table to hear their stories about the town's history, her ancestors--and her estranged father.
What started as a cathartic way to connect to her heritage soon becomes the means through which she learns how the women before her endured--with the help of their cooking prowess. Nikki realizes how delicious streusel with a healthy dollop of faith can serve as a guide to heal wounds of the past.
PLEASE NOTE: January 8th “Streusel Baking NIght” has been canceled
Prayer Breakfast
Prayer Breakfast with “The Still Remember Project”
Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church
Amanda Parker is the Vice Chair of the Board for “The Still Remembered Project,” as well as the Project Lead for Still Missed. Amanda and her husband weathered five years of a wilderness journey where they lost five children through miscarriage. Those years of pain and loneliness drove Amanda to find some contentment, which she found through the Lord. Amanda is passionate about supporting those who have experienced a miscarriage or infertility, as it is a way for her children lost through miscarriage to make an impact in this world.
Watch for a Sign Up Genius link to RSVP
Christmas Ornament Exchange
SAVE THE DATE:
Zion’s Women’s Ministries Christmas Ornament Exchange
Sunday, December 15, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Napoli’s Italian Restaurant
Napoli’s Restaurant Website
Sunday School Christmas Video Premier
SAVE THE DATE!
Sunday December 15th following both services
It’s the “Zion Christmas Video”
ALSO: Don’t miss the Sunday School students singing during the 10:30 a.m. service.
AND THERE’S MORE: Join us for a cake reception between service at 9:15 a.m. Sunday December 15th.
Christmas Caroling at Concordia of Bridgeville
The Youth Group and Sunday School invite you to go CHRISTMAS CAROLING
at Concordia of Bridgeville on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Location: Concordia of Bridgeville, 3570 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017
Everyone is welcome to join our youth in caroling for the residents of Concordia of Bridgeville. Wear Christmas clothes and meet outside of the building at the top of the hill.
Bus Trip: Gingerbread House Display
City of Pittsburgh’s 22nd Annual
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DISPLAY
Bus Trip on Monday December 9, 2024
No Cost to Participate • 14 Seats Available
We will load up the bus at Zion Lutheran Church at 12:30 p.m. and be back to Zion around 3:00 p.m.
Sign Up in the Narthex or e-mail: deaconess@zlcb.org
11th Annual Live Nativity
Join Us for Concordia’s 11th Annual Live Nativity
Sunday, December 8, 2024
148 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023 (Entrance #5, Haven II)
Performances at 4:30, 5:15 and 6:00 p.m.
Featuring Concordia staff and residents
Live animals
Hot beverages and refreshments
Gift for children 12 and under
Live Christmas music
Free admission
This will be (an outdoor) “walk-through” nativity, so guest are encouraged to dress warmly. Parking at entrances 5 & 6. For more information, call 724-352-8268 or visit www.concordialm.org
Zion Decorating Party
Join us & lend a hand … we’re decorating the Sanctuary
Saturday December 7th @ 10:00 a.m.
Lunch will be served
Sign Up in the Narthex!
Zion Goes to the Movies
Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin
A new movie is out in selected theaters about the WWII-era German Lutheran theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Zion has purchased a dozen tickets for the showing on Sunday, November 24 at 3:30 pm at the Cinemark Theater in Robinson Township. Tickets are only $5 each. If you are interested in one or more of these discounted tickets, please contact Susie at the church office at secretary@zlcb.org.
We hope to have a group from Zion for ride sharing to the theater.
Chrismon Crafting Night
Women's Ministry Meeting & Chrismon Crafting Night
Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Join us to discuss plans and future events for our Zion Women's Ministry.
After the brief meeting, we'll enjoy making Chrismon ornaments for Zion's Christmas tree.
P.S. If you like crafting, you'll LOVE making these special Christian symbols that adorn our sanctuary for Christmas!
November's Youth Group Event
Youth Group for Teens in 8 - 12th grade is the Third Sunday of every month!
Sunday, November 17th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
We'll have paper crafts and a devotional
Janna & Leopold's Birthday Party
You’re invited to Janna’s 4th and Leopold’s 2nd BIRTHDAY PARTY
Sunday, November 17, 2024 strting at 3:00 p.m.
At Zion Lutheran Church, 3197 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017
No Gifts Please
RSVP to Joanna Lee at deaconessjoanna@gmail.com or 828-514-2480
Collage Care Packages
College Care Packages
Help us show our current college and graduate students some extra care and support from Zion!
We will pack care packages after the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday November 10th. We will accept donations until that time. If you’d like to contribute, please bring nine of something that you think the students would like to receive. Suggestions include snacks, candy, and non-local gift cards. A collection bin is located in the Narthex.
Zion's Congregational Art Show
Zion’s 2024 Congregational Art Show
Join us on Friday November 8th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
In addition to great artwork by Zion members, which will include paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry and more — you can also enjoy:
Wine
Hors d’oeuvres
Lemonade
Cookies
Live music by Zion members
Feror-Fest 2024
Join Us for Zion’s 4th Annual REFOR-FEST!
Sunday October 27, 2024
12 Noon - 3:00 p.m. … Rain or Shine
Catered German Meal!
Beer & Root Beer
Guessing Jars
Pastor’s Famous Bingo
Advance Tickets Required
Adults: $15
Kids (4-10 yrs.): $5
3 and Under: FREE
Purchase your tickets in the Narthex after Sunday Service
Questions: Contact events@zlcb.org
Ladies Booo-nco (Bunco) Night
Ladies Booo-nco (Bunco) Night
Friday, October 25, 2024
Starting at 7:00 p.m. in Zion’s Fellowship Hall
Bring an appetizer or dessert to share!
RSVP to Tracey Harris at tharris@zlcb.org by Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Youth Group
Zion Youth Group Activity
for teens in 8th - 12th grades
Sunday, October 20th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Join us for pumpkin carving and seasonal treats!
All-Church Voter's Meeting
All Church Voter’s Meeting
All Church Voter’s Meeting Sunday October 20, 2024 following second service. Candidates for church leadership positions will be voted upon. Your attendance is requested and encouraged! Lunch will be served.
LWML Pittsburgh Zone Fall Rally
Come and enjoy a morning program and catered lunch with LWML sisters from across the Pittsburgh area as we host this year’s Fall Zone Rally.
A special ingathering will be collected that day for the Bridgeville Area Food Bank:
non-perishable holiday food items such as canned vegetables, canned broths and gravies, dried noodles, canned tomatoes, stuffing mixes and instant potatoes, canned yams and pumpkin, and cranberry sauce.
Donations may also be in the form of cash or checks made out to Bridgeville Area Food Bank
RSVP to Tevia Grimenstein at grmnstns@live.com by Sunday October 6, 2024
Women's Book Club
For the Glory: The Untold and Inspiring Story of Eric Liddell, Hero of Chariots of Fire
by Duncan Hamilton
Our fall book will be the inspiring story of Olympic athlete and Christian missionary
Eric Liddell, hero of Chariots of Fire.
Sunday, October 6th — 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Zion’s Fellowship Hall
Bring a luncheon dish to pass!
Many people will remember Eric Liddell as the Olympic gold medalist from the Academy Award winning film Chariots of Fire. Famously, Liddell would not run on Sunday because of his strict observance of the Christian sabbath, and so he did not compete in his signature event, the 100 meters, at the 1924 Paris Olympics. He was the greatest sprinter in the world at the time, and his choice not to run was ridiculed by the British Olympic committee, his fellow athletes, and most of the world press. Yet Liddell triumphed in a new event, winning the 400 meters in Paris.
Oktoberfest 2024
Oktoberfest 2024 in Cabot, PA
Haven 1 at 112 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023
Saturday October 5, 2024 from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
For Your Enjoyment: The Mikey Dee Polka Band
For Your Appetite: German-themed Menu, Bake Sales
For Your Kids: Bouncy Castle, Balloon Artist, Games, Pumpkin Decorating, Free Food and Much More!
For your Curiosity: Haven 1 Open House
Fireworks at 7:45 p.m.
Flu Shots from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
For more information call: 724-352-8268
www.ConcordiaLM.org
Zion's Chili Cook Off
Zion Lutheran Youth Group Presents a Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser and Steeler’s Watch Party
Sunday, September 29, 2024 starting at 11:30 a.m. with Steeler Kick-off at 1:00 p.m.
All members are invited to enter a crockpot of chili.
Sign up in the Narthex to enter and/or attend!
Hot prizes for the best chilis!
Vote with your dollars!
Cash donations benefit the Zion Youth Gathering trip in July 2025
Don’t confuse Zion’s Youth Group Fundraiser with the South Fayette Chili Cook Off held in October 2024
LCMS Friends Bonfire at Ascension Lutheran Church
LCMS Friends Bonfire - Ascension Lutheran Church
What: A great time of Christian fellowship over a bonfire, smores, campfire songs, playground time and outdoor games.
When: Friday, September 27 6:30 p.m. (no actual end time specified even though it's listed as 9:30 p.m.)
Where: Ascension Lutheran Church, 8225 Peebles Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Questions: 412-364-4463 or secretary@ascensionpgh.com
Please Bring: An outdoor chair and a snack to share. Smores and drinks will be provided.
Special thanks to P.A.L.M. for sponsoring this event
PA March for Life
PENNSYLVANIA MARCH FOR LIFE HARRISBURG, PA | SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Gather with pro-life Lutherans prior to the 2024 March for Life Pennsylvania at The Hilton in Harrisburg, One N. 2nd St. in Harrisburg to be encouraged and take a stand for mothers, fathers, and their children born and unborn. A full breakfast, free of charge, (graciously provided by a grant from the English District of the LCMS) will be served from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Speakers Scott Licht of Lutherans for Life, and Maria Gallager from the PA Pro-Life Federation will briefly address us. We will walk together to the Capitol steps for the 11:00 AM Rally and 12:00 PM March. RSVP with your groups attendance:
Gather with your pro-life Lutheran brothers and sisters prior to the 2024 PA March for Life at:
THE HILTON HARRISBURG ONE N. 2ND STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17101
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Meet and Greet with Full Breakfast
10:00 AM
Welcome, and Keynote Speakers:
“Life in the Darkness” Scott Licht, Lutherans for Life and Legislative Update, Maria Gallager PA Pro-Life Federation
10:30 AM
Walk to the Capitol Steps for the Rally
12:00 PM
March Begins
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Pastor Christopher Seifferlein of Mount Calvary Lutheran in Lititz at (920) 918-7200 or email pamarchforlife@lancasterlutheran.com
LWML 2024 Eastern District Fall Retreat
LWML Eastern District Fall Retreat 2024
September 20-22, 2024 at Pioneer on the Lake, Angola, NY
Hosted by the Niagara Zone
“ABOUND IN HOPE”
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13 (ESV)
Guest Speaker Terri Bentley, President—LWML Utah-Idaho District
Terri Bentley, President of the LWML Utah-Idaho District will be our retreat speaker. Terri is a retired English teacher, and is now a national speaker and Bible study leader for women’s groups. She is also a successful writer of articles, devotions, retreats, and church programs. We look forward to what Terri has to share with us.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration Begins —Must be postmarked May 1, 2024 or later
Registration Deadline—Must be postmarked no later than August 25, 2024
INGATHERING
Monetary donations for Pioneer on the Lake to buy picnic tables, chairs, and umbrellas for the area near the Country Store. Please make checks payable to Pioneer on the Lake.
INTEREST SESSIONS
Speaker
Missions in Motion
Pioneer Servant Event
Water Color Workshop
Photo Booth
Yoga
Entertainment “HOPE” featuring the Mite—“E”— Players. A One-Act Play Written by Kathryn Cota of Sheboygan, WI
DOWNLOAD Retreat Information
DOWNLOAD Retreat Registration Form
Power of the Purse
September 20, 2024 | 6:00 pm
Good Samaritan Hospice, a mission of Concordia Lutheran Ministries, will hold a Power of the Purse event on Friday, Sept. 20 at The Mansion, located at 141 Mansion Ln., Butler, PA 16002. All proceeds benefit Good Samaritan Hospice Youth Bereavement Care, which provides free support for youth who have been affected by the death of a loved one.
This purse bash event will begin at 6 p.m. and will feature many ways to win: each admission ticket includes a chance to win one of 10 designer handbags, and there will be additional drawings for baskets, wallets, high-value spotlight designer bags, a “win it all” wine table and more. Light appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided, and outside snacks and alcoholic drinks will be permitted.
In-person tickets are ON SALE NOW! Non-attending tickets are also AVAILABLE! Click here to order yours!
Registration ends Friday, 08/30/2024 11:59pm EDT
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, CLICK HERE.
Welcome Dinner for Deaconess Joanna Lee
ALL ZION WOMEN are invited to a Welcome Dinner for Deaconess Joanna Lee
When: Thursday September 19, 2024
Where: Atria’s Restaurant in Peters Township (MAP)
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
The Menu includes:
Chicken Parmesan
Pork Tenderloin
Roasted Vegetables
Penne with Marinara
Salad
Fruit and cheese tray
Soft drinks, coffee, tea
There will also be a cash bar.
Please RSVP to Tracey Harris at tharris@zlcb.org by Sunday, Sept 15th. For payment, give checks to Tracey Harris, and make them out to Zion Lutheran Church, with "LWML" in the memo line.
Youth Group Game Night
Zion Youth Group Activity – for teens in 8th - 12th grades
GAME NIGHT
Sunday, September 15th from 6:00 -8 pm
Mark your calendar for gaming fun, food and fellowship!
New Member Classes
Interested in becoming a member, or simply learning more … or maybe need a refresher?
Pastor Grimenstein will be starting a New Member/Adult Confirmation class on Thursday, September 12th at 6:00 p.m. for those interested in learning more about the Lutheran faith and are considering church membership. The class is also open to current members interested in a "refresher" on the basics of the faith. The class will meet every Thursday from 6:00-6:45 for six weeks and will cover topics ranging from Baptism to the Ten Commandments. After completing the sessions, interested participants are welcome to join Zion Lutheran Church.
Please email Pastor directly at pastor@zlcb.org to let him know you’re interested in joining this free class.
Rally Day
A new school year is beginning, and it’s the perfect time for kids, teens and adults to Rally back to a great Sunday routine centered on the study of God’s Word!
Sunday September 1st is the LAST DAY to sign-up for the Rally Day picnic!
September 8th is Rally Day!
Starting at 9:15 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Coffee, juice, warm cinnamon rolls & more!
Each child will receive a Rally Day goodie bag & book!
Students will meet their teachers & be dismissed to their classrooms.
Adult/teens will stay in the Fellowship Hall for Bible Study.
ALL CHURCH PICNIC
All Welcome!
After Sunday September 8th seond service
Bring your own chair
Sign up in the Narthex