As part of our ongoing evaluation and improving of Zion’s education program, we’d like to give you the parents a chance to offer constructive feedback regarding the many changes we’ve made this year. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact either Pastor Troester (999-2475) or Pastor Brown (999-2873). This form can [...]
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Zion Midweek Confirmation Syllabus
As the year goes along, it’s possible that the syllabus might change. Or, a syllabus might be lost. We’ll keep the latest version of the syllabus here on the website. Today there is NO TAKE HOME QUIZ. Keep up the good work! Revised Syllabus (Catechesis) – 7th & 8th
Midweek Materials for Wednesday, September 7
It’s week 3 of Zion’s midweek. Fast approaching is the first invitational party. We’re planning a fun afternoon of food and outdoor activities. To be invited, you need to Keep your attendance above 90% (absences excused in advance count as attendance). Keep up with memory work Turn in all term quizzes and discussion exams Maintain [...]
Saying no to Your Child: How To Be A More Assertive Parent
Here’s a nice little article from Empowering Parents that reminds us how to set limits and take back control in our God-given task of parenting. Enjoy! Saying ‘No’ to Your Child: How to be a More Assertive Parent by Sara Bean, M.Ed., Parental Support Line Advisor It can be hard to say “no” to our kids. [...]
Midweek Material for Wednesday, August 30
Welcome to the second week of Midweek instruction, 2011-2012! Here is term quiz 1B. The Terms are in the text, Lutheran Catechesis. You are encouraged to try to answer the terms without looking at the definitions in the book. If you need anything, let us know! Blessings in your study!
Midweek Materials for Wednesday, 8/24/11
Welcome to the first week of Midweek instruction, 2011-2012! Here is the Term Quiz 1A. The Terms are in the text, Lutheran Catechesis. You are encouraged to try to answer the terms without looking at the definitions in the book. Unfortunately, the other handouts are under copyright so we can’t put them on the website. [...]
Zion, Mitchell makes National News
Zion’s LYF attended the Higher Things Youth Conference in Las Vegas July 5-8 on campus at UNLV. While we were there, some of our group was interviewed for the UNLV newspaper. Check out our quotes here: http://unlvrebelyell.com/2011/07/11/national-youth-conference-at-unlv-helps-to-“keep-the-faith” Part of that interview was quoted again in the Reporter, which is the official newspaper of the Lutheran Church [...]
Schedule of Events for Zion’s Stampede Rodeo Float and Free Hog Roast
Friday 6:00 pm – Bales to be gathered for float. 7:00 pm – Meet at Ellefson to decorate float. 9:00 pm – Start roasting first hog at the church. 10 hr hog smoke. done around 7a Sat. Saturday 7:00 am – hog 1 finished. Start pulling pork. Next hog (for church picnic) placed in roaster. [...]
9 Countries Preparing to Say Goodbye to Organized Religion
Here’s an interesting article about the upcoming demise (or near demise) of organized religion in nine countries. The US doesn’t make the list only because our census data doesn’t track religion. You might be surprised about some of the countries that are on the list. http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2011/03/23/religion-to-go-extinct-in-9-countries-experts-predict/
March 2011 Newsletter Ready to Download
Sorry it’s a little late! March 2011 Newsletter
