"But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray," (Luke 5:16).
Prayer Requests:
Louise Gettle (in Dixon Center Rehab)
Marilyn Trego (in healthcare)
Portia Deibler (surgery)
Marion Deck (health - Stoneridge Rehab)
Sherrie Bernard (lung cancer)
Joyce Weinrich (broken bone in back)
John Roberts (lymphoma)
Mary Leh (health problems)
Linda Etzel (foot surgery)
Wayne and Margo Moyer (Wayne is moving to a healthcare facility)
Theresa Gettle (Lou Gehrig's Disease)
Mike Dechert (brain cancer)
Jalisa Bernheisel (leukemia)
Denise - Friend of Conners' family (bone cancer)
Rick (friend of Edith, who has cancer)
Ellen (friend of Cookie, has lung and brain cancer)
Trena (breast cancer for the second time)
Kathy Barthelt (cancer)
Family and friends of Mel, who passed away (Mother-in-law of Sheena Conners)
Tammy Weaver (lung cancer)
Barbara Sholl (pancreatic cancer)
Kevin Snyder (heart problems)
Mike Calhoun (healing)
Bruce and Nan (friends of Sharon Simmons, who have health issues)
Lorraine Fake (in hospital with flu)
Jane Gruber (heart cath)
Pray for our nation, our leaders and for peace in warring countries
The memorial service for Judy Vindich is scheduled for Tuesday April 7th at 4:00pm in Zion's sanctuary. All are welcome to attend.
The upcoming disaffiliation trial begins March 30th. We are calling on the congregation for a time of fasting and praying as we approach the trial. There is a prayer service at Hempfield Church - 3050 Marietta Ave, Lancaster. The service is on Saturday March 21st at 10:30am and will be for all of the churches in the lawsuit. All are welcome to attend.
Holy Week Services
Palm Sunday - March 29 - We will have our normal 2 services on Palm Sunday
Maundy Thursday - April 2 - Pot Luck Dinner at 5pm and Tenebrae Service at 6:30pm (we will have Communion at the Maundy Thursday service and there will not be Communion Easter Sunday)
Good Friday - April 3 - Service at 6:30pm
Easter Sunday - April 5 - Services at 9:00am and 11:00am
CHURCH EVENTS AND MINISTRIES
Saturday, March 28th from 9am-11am. The pancake breakfast will be from 9am-10am. The egg hunt, for infants - 5th grade begins at 10am. We always need help in the days before and day of the event. Please sign up on one of the bulletin boards. Contact Jackie Gostomski at 717.269.2971 or zionoutreachteam@gmail.com - Rain or shine!
If attending, please consider completing this short form to help us plan for enough food and eggs: https://forms.gle/oesU1fCDh6k4RPme9
A big THANK YOU to all who helped to make this year's Book Sale a success! The sale raised over $2,400 which will be used to support many local missions.
The National Day of Prayer is Thursday May 7th. Through prayer, we are able to tap into God’s wisdom, strength, protection, and peace. He stands ready to respond to our needs when we humbly ask for divine intervention in the affairs of men. This year we will host a prayer gathering here at Zion as we seek Him in scripture and fervent prayer. If you would like to participate in this event, please contact Linda Etzel 610 220 6989.
On Fire Ministries Spaghetti Dinner - Saturday March 28
On Fire needs roasters, desserts and volunteers. If you are able to help with any of these for the spaghetti dinner, please email Terran at: terran@onfireyouthministry.org
Creations of Love: Creations of Love ministry is about providing a way for parents to be able to bond with their premature deceased child(ren). We make homemade clothing designed to be able to fit babies that were either late term miscarriages or early term stillbirths. If parents going through these difficult times are able to dress their child(ren) it gives them an opportunity to bond to them. We have free yarn/supplies available.
LCCM Volunteers Needed Are you looking for a way to serve our community? Lebanon County Christian Ministries is looking for volunteers to help in their market on Thursday evenings from 4pm-7pm. Sign up sheets are on the bulletin boards. Contact Deb Carles if you have any questions at 717-954-2112
Men's Saturday Bible Study - 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 7:30am. We are currently studying the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament. All men are welcome to join us!
Ladies of Zion - The Extraordinary Women's Conference September 25-26, 2026
Reminder of Church Office Hours: Our church office is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 1pm. If you have questions or need to submit information for the bulletin, please call the office at 717-866-6839, or email at Zionumc22@gmail.com
Have a blessed week!
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