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Special Ministries
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"And
He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the multitude putting money
into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow
came, and put in two copper coins, which make a penny. And He called His
disciples to Him, and said to them, 'Truly, I say to you, this poor widow
has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury.
For they all contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her
poverty has put in everything she had, her whole living.'" Mark 12:41-44
The first weekend of each month there is a BABY BASKET sponsored by Lutherans for Life in the Narthex to gather offerings of baby items and monetary gifts for mothers and babies in need in the county. Contact Marla Foerster with any questions.
The second weekend of each month an offering of food staples and/or monetary donations is taken for the FISH pantry of McHenry.
The third Sunday of the month the Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML) has a large Mite box in the narthex to collect the Mites (pennies and other monetary gifts) the congregation has been saving all month. It is then presented at the altar during worship services. All proceeds go to missions in this country and all over the world.
The McHenry Villa Fellowship is held at 6:00 pm the third Sunday of each month. Sharing stories, Bible readings, poems, and songs by members and residents. Refreshments are served.
Alden Terrace Tape Ministry is on Thursdays at 1:00 pm. Worship is offered on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Zion members videotape every service for the Alden Terrace Tape Ministry for broadcasting on Channel 38.
Narthex Communion is held during the months of FEB, APR, JUN, AUG, OCT, and DEC at the church location on the second Thursday at 1:00 PM. Please call 815-385-0859 to reserve a seat.
Zion has an active chapter of Thrivent, known as "ZAP" (Zion's Assistance Program). One Saturday morning each month, Zion members load newspapers for recycling. Dumpsters are also located at the back of the parking lot for easy drop-off. Thrivent offers incentives to congregations that recycle. Money earned from recycling is used to help local families in need. Zion's Thrivent chapter also plans other events, such as the Roast Beef Dinner. |
