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Blessings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ!



"Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him," (

James 1:12).


Prayer Requests:


Mary Ellen Shearer (tests - cardiac concerns)

John Roberts (lymphoma)

Denise Fahie (housefire, husband is in critical condition)

Ray Heberling (in hospital - infection)

Joan Noll (blood pressure problems)

Mary Leh (health problems)

Sheila Swanger (recovering from back surgery)

Carol Fullmer (Health concerns)

Rochelle High (surgery)

Theresa Gettle (Lou Gehrig's Disease)

Jalisa Bernheisel (leukemia)

Ruben Houser (needs surgery)

Mike Dechert (healing from cancer)

Denise - Friend of Conners' family (bone cancer)

Waleah Snyder (tests)


Meeting Our Family


We have two services here at Zion on Sunday morning, but we are really just one body of believers. When a member from the 11 am service mentioned that she is finally getting to know some 9 am people by attending Monday night Bible study, an idea was born to get better acquainted. A simple questionnaire is being distributed that will help me to write a short bio on you (and/or your family). I will compose it  based on your answers. Each Sunday, beginning with the first Sunday in Advent, an introduction of each respondent will be included as a looseleaf half page in the bulletin.Two dozen are already completed, but I will need your help in order to ensure that no one is missed. If you haven’t yet received a questionnaire, please let me know. You will have an opportunity to preview your “story” and approve it prior to it being included in the bulletin. Thank you for being part of our great big family – Mari Conners


CHURCH EVENTS AND MINISTRIES


Valentine's Day Pasta Lover's Dinner

Everyone is lovingly invited to make a reservation for Zion's Valentine's Day Pasta Lover's Dinner on Friday February 14th at 6pm. Bring a friend or family member. There will be several kinds of pasta dishes, meatballs, salad, bread and dessert. Donations will be accepted at the door. Come and bask in Jesus' love for you! All are welcome - singles or couples.

For more information call the church office.


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


St Patrick's Day Loaded Baked Potato Luncheon

On Sunday March 16, immediately following the conclusion of the 11:00am service, we will be having a baked potato luncheon in Fellowship Hall. The proceeds will benefit the Zion Youth Group.  Sign ups are on the bulletin boards.  All are welcome!


Creations of LoveCreations 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. 


If anyone is interested in participating in the new Creations Of Love outreach please contact Alex Rautzhan at 717-968-0556


Making Shopping Bag Mats for the Homeless - START TIME ... 10:00am to noon in Fellowship Hall. We need "shopping bag cutters" and those who can crochet. We will take shopping bags of any and all colors, but no bread bags, only shopping bags. All are welcome to join us - 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. 


Monday Night Bible Study

We restarted our Monday Night Bible Study on Monday February 3rd at 6:15pm.  Come early for food and fellowship.  We will continue with our Old Testament study in 1 Chronicles.


Book Sale - Saturday March 1, 2025

Zion United Women in Faith, 2nd Annual Book Sale. Saturday, March 1.
We will begin collecting books and rummage sale items this month. For more info,
contact: Sue Kerschner @ 717-383-9399 or Beth Mellon@610-812-1372. Proceeds to benefit local ministries.


Souper Bowl Sunday

Bring your canned goods, soups, crackers and non-perishables for the local food bank.  We will collect at the back entrance of the church on Sunday February 2 and Sunday February 9.  We are extending our Souper Bowl Sunday through February 16th.  Bring in your canned goods and place them on the table at the back entrance of the church this Sunday.


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 Judy at 717-866-6839, or email at Zionumc22@gmail.com

Have a blessed week!

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Pastor Keith Buckbee
Zion Church, Myerstown