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October Worship

October 4th Join us at www.zionlc.com for online worship led by Pastor Sue.

October 11th Join us for “Outdoor Worship” at 9:00 a.m. in our parking lots, or, bring a lawn chair and sit in the green-space adjacent to the parking lot. Holy Communion will be celebrated. Tune in to FM 91.5. Bring your own coffee.

October 18th

Join us at www.zionlc.com for online worship led by Pastor Sue.

October 25th Join us for “Outdoor Worship” at 9:00 a.m. in our parking lots, or, bring a lawn chair and sit in the green-space adjacent to the parking lot. Holy Communion will be celebrated. Tune in to FM 91.5. Bring your own coffee.

Due to COVID restrictions, the

Germanfest meal will not be held this

year. However, in a time when many

are dealing with difficulties, we are

still anticipating requests. Please

consider giving the cost of a ticket or

more to this very worthy ministry.

Just put Germanfest on your envelope.

OCTOBER 2020

Zion’s Good News

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What Now? “I have to be honest with you. This pandemic has gone on too long and I’m really struggling with it. Covid 19 has changed everything and I don’t like it. I feel like I’m stuck in an endless snowstorm, spinning my tires, can’t get out, and the more I spin, the deeper into the rut I get.” Those are words Bishop Laurie Skow Anderson shared with us in a recent email. When I read those words I thought, that’s me!! If we are all honest, we would agree that to one degree or another, we are all struggling and stressed by the uncertainty about when will this be over; the grief over the cancellations and losses, the fear - what if my loved one gets sick? - and the anger caused by all the arguing around this pandemic. My favorite new word that has come out of the pandemic is “coronacoaster.” It is an apt description of the emotional amusement ride we all have been on. In times of great uncertainty, it is critical that we focus on the promises of Christ which are certain and un-changing. So let me share a few verses from scripture for you to hold onto.

• Isaiah 40:29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.

• Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

• Isaiah 43:2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.

• Deuteronomy 31:8 The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.

When I started looking at verses, I just couldn’t stop. I was remind-ed of the great God who loves us unconditionally. When things get tough, it can be easy to focus on ourselves and our difficulties. Read these Bible promises about who God is and let them lift your eyes away from your own situation to the God who is infinitely good. Pastor Sue

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YOUR CHURCH STAFF

COUNCIL MEMBERS

President: Carmella Moon

V. Pres.: Brenda Castellano

Secretary: Maryel Schoenfuss

Treasurer: Marge Redetzke

Evangelism: Cory Wiesman

Faith Formation: Jackie Fischer

Property: Lee Spindler

Stewardship: Amy Cournoyer

Worship: Lois Miller

PASTOR: Sue Eidahl

Home Phone: 687-4381

E-mail: eides@zionlc.com

Secretary: Lori Lang

E-mail: office@zionlc.com

WAYS TO CONNECT

WITH ZION

Write us at Zion Lutheran Church, 213501 Legacy Street, Stratford, WI 54484-9632

Phone us at 715-687-4110 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or leave a voice mail message.

Or email us at office@zionlc.com or directly to emails above. WEB SITE: www.zionlc.com

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP

9:00 a.m.

INDEX Page 1 October Worship Schedule / Germanfest 2 Pastor Sue’s Letter 3 Affirmation of Baptism / All Saints’

Sunday / Fair Trade 4 Church Reopening 5 J-Team and Little Lutherans /

Confirmation Classes / Disciples for Christ /Amazon Smile / Ceme-tery Reminder

6 Operation Christmas 7 Pastoral Acts / September Council

Minutes / Building Update 8 Scrip / October Birthdays & Anni-

versaries 9 Church Staff and Index Center Section: Calendar NEWSLETTER DEADLINE The 21st of each month. ANNOUNCEMENT DEADLINE Wednesdays by 9:00 a.m. WEEKLY E-MAIL Goes out on Monday morning. Email office@zionlc.com to be added to the receiver list. PLEASE keep the office updated: • Address & email changes • Births, Deaths, Hospitalizations • Phone / Cell changes

Zion is on Facebook.

You can go to our website at www.zionlc.com and click on the link to the Facebook page.

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AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM Sunday, September 13, 2020

God Bless our Confirmands! Devin Ulrich, Heidi Moen, Malia Hoesly, Pastor Sue, Laura

Aschenbrenner, Logan Gliniecki, Gunner Mercer, Tanner Oertel

SCRIP Zion’s Scrip program is not on furlough! If you’ve never tried Scrip, this is a perfect time to practice no-contact shopping by having gift cards on hand for online or in person shopping. Stop in during office hours to purchase Scrip or send your requests to June Krueger and she’ll prepare them for you to pick up at your conven-ience. If you have a special order for a retailer that’s not in stock, con-tact June by text or email, 715-897-0617, rajmkrueger@gmail.com. Proceeds from Scrip sales support Zion mission trips and faith-building experiences. Thanks!

14 - Charles Brown 15 -Vicki Pfahning Jordan Aschenbrenner 16 - Talia Iverson 18 - Cheryl Kuyoth 19 - Amy Cole Larry Hoppenworth 20 - Janice Schmidt 21 - Kennedi Johnson 24 - Dan Thompson Cory Wiesman Rich Krueger 25 - Isaac Castellano James Kollmansberger

Ivy Tews 26 - Nancy Frodl

Keith Spaeth 29 - Yvonne Moen Michael Wilke 30 - Karl Uthmeier Ricky Timm OCTOBER ANNIVERSARIES 1 - James & Marge Kollmansberger Chuck & Julie Gliniecki James & Jeanne Griesbach 4 - Patrick & Amy Wrensch

Neil & Mary Kolbeck 7 - Robert & Vicki Hughes 9 - Lee & Stacey Spindler 10 - Brent & Amanda Spindler 16 - Leroy & Lori Wiesman 22 - Keith & Wendy Spaeth Ron & Nona Zepplin 23 - Rich & June Krueger 28 - Harold & Barb Wrensch

Al & Sandy Grell 29 - Kris & Amy Grell

OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS 1 - Devin Ulrich 2 - Tony Oertel Kurt Schwarze 3 - Jamie Greenberg Frank Guralski Wandetta Karl 4 - Beth Griffith Taylor Grell Mary Kolbeck Stephanie Kramer Ben Natzke Troy Multerer 5 - Isaac Thompson

Donley Niskanen Luke Hilgemann

6 - Don Karl 7 - Evan Schoenfuss Paul Huther Carrie Stroetz Chloe Timm 9 - Sydney Kafka Angela Schiller Turner Southwick 12 - Greyson Wilke 13 - Linda Lauer Leon Tietyen

Jill Dasler

ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY “All Saints’ Sunday” will be celebrated at Zion on Sunday, November 1st. As part of the liturgy we will remember those friends and members of Zion who have died in the past year, and those whose names have been submitted by loved ones. You may light a candle in memory of loved ones during the service. Forms are available at the Outdoor Worship Services. Names may be given to the church office by Wednesday, October 21st.

FAIR TRADE REFRESHED! While there are still some products left on the ½ off sale, we have ordered and restocked so stop in to the Gathering Area and check out the 24/7 product dis-play! Let’s support the small, independent farmers working with Fair Trade!

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We are tentatively planning face to face worship beginning November 1. As we begin to reopen in the physical facility (church) that the people of God gather together in, here are some important considerations (subject to change based on the cur-rent situation) for our safety. PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING: Per current CDC and state guidelines, and ELCA recommendations, maintaining a 6 ft social distance between people is important to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19. Refrain from touching others. WEAR A MASK: Per current CDC and state guidelines, and ELCA recommendations, masks are required, with the exception of children under the age of two and those with underlying health conditions. If you forget your mask, we will have one available for you. IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL, PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE BUILDING. More information about procedures will come in a follow-up mailing.

Building Update 2020 Payment Bi-Weekly Start Payment Interest Principal Ending Dates Balance Amount Paid Paid Balance 06/05 & 06/19 $266,665.15 $ 3,100.00 $ 801.95 $ 2,298.05 $ 264,367.10 07/03 $264,367.10 $ 9,000.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 255,367.10 07/03 & 07/17 $255,367.10 $ 3,100.00 $ 781.46 $ 2,318.54 $ 253,048.56 07/31 $253,048.56 $ 1,550.00 $ 381.33 $ 1,168.67 $ 251,879.89 08/14 & 08/28 $251,879.89 $ 3,100.00 $ 757.36 $ 2,342.64 $ 249,537.25

Total monthly principal payments $ 17,127.90 Total monthly interest payments $ 2,722.10 Balance of loan as of 08-28-2020 $ 249,537.25

Partners Bank Building checking acct balance as of 09-08-2020 $ 11,751.42

Council Minutes

Zion Lutheran Church Council met on Monday, September 21, 2020 President Carmella Moon called the meeting to order

Pastor Sue led with devotions. During the meeting the council:

• Approved the Secretary Report.

• Approved the Treasurer Report.

• Approved the Ministry Teams Reports.

• Motion made and carried to move forward with quote from Ron Meyers to replace sanitary line in Weisman rental house.

• Motion made and carried to reopen the Church effective November 1st following ELCA guidelines. This is subject to change as circumstances change.

Respectfully submitted by Maryel Schoenfuss, Secretary *** A full copy of the Secretary’s Minutes is in the office.

PASTORAL ACTS Pastor Sue officiated at the wedding of Tianna Hughes and Tyler Voda.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS 2020 Last year’s “Operation Christmas” program supported five local service agencies with basic supplies for the facilities and their client/residents. This year, we will reach out globally by preparing school supply and per-sonal care kits for distribution through Lutheran World Relief.

Though the collection boxes won’t be out until early November, you can start shopping now using the following lists. (Please note that all items should be new.)

School Supply Kit (Will be placed in a drawstring-style backpack) 4 - 70 sheet notebooks 1 - 16 or 24 count box of crayons 1 - 30 centimeter ruler 1 - blunt scissors 5 - #2 pencils w/erasers (unsharpened) 1 - pencil sharpener 1 - 2½” eraser 5 - black or blue ballpoint pens

Personal Care Kit 1 - lightweight bath towel 2 - bath size soap bars 1 - adult size toothbrush (in its origi-nal package) 1 - sturdy comb 1 - metal nail clippers (small or large)

You can contribute individual items or complete kits. Cash donations are also appreciated to help purchase fabric and cording for backpacks and to defray the cost of shipping the kits.

Drought. Earthquake. War. Tsunami. Pandemic. The need is great! Since 1945, Lutheran World Relief has faithfully partnered with congre-

gations, corporations and individuals to provide global relief and re-

sources during times of crisis. Now, more than ever, we can share our

blessings with LWR by providing hope for those in need around the

world.

Wednesdays, October 7th and 21st.

Afterschool until 5:15 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE!

Confirmation Classes for Grades 7 - 9 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Family Center

No pre-registration required. October 7th: Lord’s Prayer October 14th: Lord’s Prayer

October 21st: Food Scavenger Hunt October 28th: Cards & Letters

DISCIPLES FOR CHRIST

“Evening with the Elderly” on Sunday, October 18th For Disciples and their mentors. 5:30 p.m. in the Family Center

CUSTOMERS SHOP. AMAZON GIVES. ZION RECEIVES.

Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of eligible Am-azonSmile purchases to the charitable organiza-tions selected by our customers. When first visiting smile.amazon.com, customers are prompted to select a charitable organization from over one million eligible organizations. In order to browse or shop at AmazonSmile, custom-

ers must first select a charitable organization. For eligible purchases through AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to the customer’s selected charitable organization. Shop AmazonSmile today and choose Zion as the recipient.

CEMETERY REMINDER All memory flowers, etc. need to be removed from the cemetery on both Hwy 153 & 97 by October 15th. Anything remaining after that date will be removed by the Cemetery Team. This will help us when getting the cemeteries ready for Memorial Day 2021. If you wish to keep flow-ers, etc. for next year, please remove them yourself. Thank you for your help!

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Online Worship

10am Private Baptism

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6pm Worship Team

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6pm Conf. Class:

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9am Outdoor Worship

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6pm Executive Team

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6:30pm Faith

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Lord’s Prayer

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Online Worship

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6pm Council Meeting

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Newsletter Deadline

3pm J-Team and Little

Lutherans

6pm Conf. Class:

Food Scavenger Hunt

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10am Private Baptism

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9am Outdoor Worship

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6:30pm Evangelism

Team Meeting

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6pm Conf. Class:

Cards & Letters

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October 2020