May 2016

ZIONS LUTHERAN CHURCH

1801 East Second Street
Defiance, OH 43512
Rev. Timothy Reynolds, Pastor
419-782-8781
Fax: 419-782-6719

Church Office Email:

zion111@embarqmail.com
Visit our website at:

www.zionslutheranchurch.com

The first day of May May Day in many countries around the world. The day represents for
many the end to the long nights of cold, damp weather, and the beginning of the summer
months. The Vernal Equinox (Spring for most of us) evened out the long nights and shorter
days. Now the daylight hours lengthen; the world seems to have a new purpose.
When Annie and I lived in France, people reveled in the warmer, sunnier days. The winter
and spring brought cold, damp rains and snow. On the first of May, everyone was on the
streets. It was the only day of the whole year that anyone could sell on the streets without
a license. Long ago, the tradition began to sell bouquets of muguet (lily of the valley). Anyone who had a garden, or, perhaps secretly plucked a few from a friends garden, could sell
the wonderfully fragrant bouquets on the street. The price one fetched depended upon how
good a salesperson one was. I am sure that many a person who had muguet planted in their own backyard
bought more than one bouquet just to feel the freedom of knowing that he/she had participated in an old
tradition.
Almost as if a miracle had occurred, the people flowed out into the formerly barren streets and came to life.
The community that had always been there had simply been hidden.
What would it look like if our own communities around the world had the same amount of empathy or compassion for one another every day of the year? How could the world change if, instead of wondering,
Whats in it for me? our communities began asking, How can this help our community to grow?
Throughout Easter Season, we have heard a continuous reading from the Revelation according to John. In
that writing, John puts forth two simultaneous visions: one in heaven and one on earth. In heaven, the martyrs and the faithful gather in continual worship of the lamb slain since the foundation of the world. On
earth, all has gone awry: pestilence and plague wreak havoc on all the nations. It seems that the governments and entities in charge have wrought great harm on themselves because of self-centered pride. Miraculously, at the end of the vision, John reveals that the place for God is among mortals averting total annihilation.
There is a vision that God has for the world: it is a place that from the beginning God called, very
good (according to Genesis); yet, somehow the very matrix of life itself has gone wrong: war, pollution, division, hatred, pride, gluttony, avarice, and more, have all turned humanity into some creation of our own
that is less than humanity. The churchs constant role in the world is one of bringing together the followers
of Jesus, for the sake of revealing Gods salvation for the world not for a select few, not for a moral majority, but for the whole world.
Again, I ask, what would it look like if the Church lived up to her expectations? How different would the
world be if the followers of Jesus took seriously their role to bring together, not divide?
What do you think?
Peace,
Pr. Tim
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FREE MONTHLY
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
As part of our emphasis on taking care of our physical well being, along with our spiritual
well being...the Outreach and Evangelism Ministry Team has scheduled an opportunity for Blood Pressure
Checks for members who wish to participate. These will be done in the library, during Fellowship Hour, on
the first Sunday of the month, beginning May 1. You will also receive a handy pocket / wallet sized trifold card to keep track of your readings. The checks will be performed by members of Zions who are
nurses - and will be coordinated by Angela Mack. Feel free to see her if you have any questions!

Reyes Family Fence Project for Outreach

An Outreach project that has come to light is for the Reyes family here in
Defiance. The family has 5 children, 4 of which have special needs, 3 of
which are autistic. They live on a busy street in Defiance, and recently one
of the children broke through a screen in a window and was lost for a short
period of time. Since that incident, metal bars have been installed on the
windows, however they believe that a fenced in back yard would increase the safety of their children.
This request for help has come from a case worker at Defiance County Job and Family Services and they
will be coordinating the efforts. The project will involve that agency, Habitat for Humanity with student
volunteers doing the install, and Zions spearheading the fundraising. The estimate for the fence is $1500.
Zions will also be providing the meal and snacks for the workers on the day of the install.
We are now able to introduce you to the Reyes family:
Parents are Tom Reyes and Sarah Wagner. Tom was injured in a motor vehicle accident many years ago
leaving work and has leg and back injuries. Sarah is a stay at home mother at this time, and helps the children complete ECOT at home on a daily basis.
Johnathan is 12 years old. Johnathan has severe ADHD and enjoys helping his mother and father with the
younger children.
Reese is 6. Reese has been diagnosed with Autism and is a spit fire! He loves to run around as much as he
can!
Anthony and Antonio are 5 year old twins. They are very polite young boys who have also been diagnosed with Autism.
Celina is 4. She shows multiple signs of Autism however has not been diagnosed at this time. She loves
cowgirl boots and smiling a TON!
Please consider donating to this community project truly a collaborative effort. Donations can be placed
in the offering plate; note that it is for the fence project.

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Serenity Haven Outreach Project

One of the most alarming and immediate problems in Northwest Ohio is the rising
rate of heroin, opiate and other addictions. This problem knows no social class
boundaries, and most everyone that you speak to has a friend or family member
that has been affected in some way.
The Outreach and Evangelism Ministry Team has been asking themselveswhat can we do?
In the past couple of years, we have hosted Substance Abuse Awareness forums, in an effort to educate the average person about the problem. We had decent attendance, but
were still left feeling like we were not doing enough. It has been noted though, that other
organizations have been hosting similar forums, so maybe we helped in some way to encourage the education process in the whole community.
This year our idea is to help combat the problem by assisting those who are in treatment
and fighting for recovery, and those workers who are on the front line fighting the addictions and helping with recoveries. One such facility that has had success with treatment is
Serenity Haven in Fayette, Oh. It is an in-patient facility for 16 women who are recovering
and it is part of Recovery Services of NW Ohio that has its office here in Defiance, and
serves all of NW Ohio.
After speaking with the director about something they need, that they typically do not
have funding for, we have made the decision to assist them with the painting and updating
of the interior of the facility. A group of us toured the facility on Sunday, April 10th, and
verified that it is sorely in need. And, a fresh coat of paint can always help brighten a persons day! My best guess-timate at this time as to a cost for the paint and painting supplies
is somewhere between $500-800. The facility has 4-5 large common areas, kitchen, and 9
bedrooms. We will also be doing other projects for this womens facilityand going forward, we hope to reach out to the mens in-patient facility for recovery also.
Please consider a donation to this project or participating in the mentoring.
The ladies will be helping themselves by doing the painting we will provide
funds, guidance and mentoring!

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Zions will be hosting a blood drive on Sunday, May 15, from 11:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The blood drive is open to anyone, not just members of Zions, so please encourage your neighbors, family members
and friends to schedule a time to donate blood on this day. (More information
about the Rapid Pass program is provided on page 14.) Our church will be supplying food and Brookview Healthcare Center will be providing beverages. If you
would like to donate blood or help make food for the blood drive, please see Laurie
Schey, Angela Mack, or Donna Schindler.
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Class of 2016
Graduate Recognition DaySunday, May 22
Eric Engel, the son of Dave and Deb Engel will be graduating
from Ayersville High School on May 29, 2016. He is a member
of the Pilot baseball team, basketball team, and golf team. He
is also a National Honor Society member, part of SADD, and a math team member. Eric plans to attend Northwest State Community College and later transfer
to Bowling Green State University. He plans to major in high school math education. Erics favorite hymn is Lift High the Cross. His favorite Bible story is
Moses parting of the Red Sea.
Ashley Hubbard, the daughter of Chris Yoder and Steve Hubbard, will be graduating from Defiance High School on June 5, 2016. She is a member of the National Honor Society, DECA, on the honor roll, and a member of the varsity volleyball team. Ashley plans to attend Defiance College. Her favorite hymn is
Kyrie Eleison and her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13I can do all
things through him who strengthens me.
Austin Hubbard, the son of Chris Yoder and Steve Hubbard, will be graduating
from Defiance High School on June 5, 2016. He is a member of the basketball
team, tennis team, National Honor Society, DECA, and on the honor roll. Austin
plans to attend the University of Cincinnati and will major in mechanical engineering. His favorite hymn is You Raise Me Up and his favorite Bible verse is
Philippians 4:13I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Congratulations to all of our exceptional graduates

May God always be at the center of your lives.

FOOD AND PAPER PANTRY

We are always in need of personal care and hygiene items, paper products, and cleaning
supplies, such as: laundry soap, dryer sheets, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, body
soap, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, shavers for men and women, shaving cream, lip
balm, body lotion, feminine hygiene products, etc. We also need the following food items:
rice, canned fruit, spaghetti noodles, egg noodles, peanut butter, and cereal.
We will be partnering with Promedica Defiance Regional Hospital in June to provide emergency food
packs to those in need and being released from the hospital. Thank you for your generous support!

PLEASE DO NOT DONATE EXPIRED FOOD.

Dick Maxson and Laura Raines

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Church Council Highlights

April 21, 2016

Received a request from the synod office to create a congregational photo with a poster wishing Bishop
Lohrman best wishes as he leaves the Office of the Bishop to be presented at Synod Assembly

Crescent News to do an article about A Bench for Caps recycling project picture included.

Blood pressure checks to begin May 1

Blood drive to be held May 15

Tour was done of Serenity Haven and we will be raising funds to provide paint for the interior of the facility.

Lawn mowing contract was awarded to NE1.

Volunteers needed to help with the USPS food drive May 14.

SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS

May 8
We will recognize all mothers with a special card created by the children for Mothers Day

May 22 Last Sunday School class and Graduate Recognition Day with reception
to follow worship service.
June 26 Dads Day Funday. We need a few more volunteers to help with this
event. Please call Audrey Eis or the church office to volunteer.

July 10 Nature Tour Summer Funday at Shepherds Pasture Campground.

We still need volunteers to help with this event as well. Contact the church
office or Audrey Eis to volunteer.

A Bench for Caps

Update
We have collected four 55
gallon containers of plastic
capsonly 6 more to go!
THANK YOU TO ALL !!!!
Front row L-R: Carter Kistner,
Maya Epple
Back row L-R: Sophie Reynolds,
Robbie Fields

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Earth Day Performance

April 24, 2016
L-R: Evan Krumnow, Alex Fields, Sophie Reynolds, Maya Epple, Caden Eis, Luke Reynolds,
Robbie Fields
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LETTER CARRIER ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE

Saturday, May 14
Everyone at Zions can be involved in this annual event!

Please put food out for your letter carrier to pick up on

May 14. Make sure that the food is non-perishable, has
not been opened, is not in a glass container, and most importantly is not expired.
Sign up to help work at the Post Office at 11:00 a.m.
Bring a bag of chips, fruit, or dessert to share for lunch.
Volunteers are needed at 2:00 p.m. to pick the food up
at the post office and bring it back to Zions food pantry.
Sign up to help sort and put away all of the donations
at Zions at 4:00 p.m.
Sign up sheet is on the bulletin board.
Please see Richard Maxson or one of the other members of
the Innkeepers Board: Elaine Davis, Lenore Doctor, Laura
Raines or Donna Schindler if you have questions.

Dancing with God

Spiritual Gathering for Christian Women
June 17-18, 2016
9:00 a.m. Friday 2:00 p.m. Saturday
Perrysburg, Ohio
Jeremiah 31:4 I will build you up again and you will be rebuilt O Virgin Israel. And again you
will take up you tambourines and go out and dance with the joyful.
What to expect:
Respite by getting away to let the love and strength of the Lord refresh you
Spiritual renewal through Bible Study and worship
Rejoicing through songs and new friendships
Leaders:
Pastor Christine Thompson & Mary Satterfield, our Bible study leaders from previous gatherings
Cost:
$ 40 early registration until May 17; $ 50 regular registration until June 10
$ 104 per room per night (up to 4 women per room; tax not included; make your own reservations
directly with the hotel)
Meals priced separatelysee registration formavailable from Sue McKibben
Where:
Holiday Inn French Quarter10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551; 419-874-3111
Reservation ID: WOM
To register: for registration forms, see Sue McKibben; or contact Judy Sampson 419-238-9779
Questions: contact Sharon Moenter 419-287-4178, skmoenter@gmail.com
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Mens
Fellowship

WORSHIP
SCHEDULE

meets every Tuesday

Saturday 5:00 pm

at 9:00 a.m. in the

Sunday 9:45 am

Narthex

Sisters in Christ

Sisters in Christ will meet

after worship on May 15th.
The following Sunday, cards
will be placed in the Narthex
to be signed.

Worship and
Music
Committee
Meets on May
12th.
Location to be
announced.

May 11th
at 11:30 am, at Leftys Pizza

Meets on
Tuesday,
May 3, at
2:00 p.m.
in the Library

Monday, May 9th at 12:00 p.m. at

Erics Irresistible Ice Cream
Reading List is posted on the
Narthex Bulletin Board.

DEADLINES

Equal
Exchange
Coffee
On sale throughout the year!!!!

ORGANIC COFFEE & TEA PRICES

The Book
Group
meets on

Will meet on May 7th, in

the Hofer Room at 8:00
a.m. Please bring a snack to share.

meets on WEDNESDAY,

Lutherans of
Long Standing

You may watch Zions Lutheran

Worship services on Wednesdays
@ 6:00 p.m. and Sundays at 8:00
a.m. on DCTV 5 Defiance, OH.

Scrapbook Club

Young at Heart

LLS

DCTV 5

Breakfast Blend $ 8.00

Decaf Breakfast Blend $ 9.00
English Breakfast Tea $ 3.00
K-cups $10.00 will not work in Keurig 2.0 /Vue

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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
Every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.
(unless otherwise noted)
June
NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE

May 17th

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May 2016
LESSONS
April 30 & May 1 Easter 6
Acts 16:9-15
Psalm 67
Revelation 21:10, 22 - 22:5
John 14:23-29

Please remember to call the church office

when:
1. You will be or have already moved.
2. You have an addition to your family.
3. You have an address update and/or correction, or birthday correction.
4. New email address and/or phone number.

Additions to the
Zions Prayer List:

May 7 & 8 Easter 7

Acts 16:16-34
Psalm 97
Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21
John 17:20-26

May 14 & 15 Pentecost

Acts 2:1-21
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Romans 8:14-17
John 14:8-17, 25-27

Phone Prayers: Barb Vogel at 419-393-2544

E-prayers: zionseprayer@yahoogroups.com
Call the Church office at 419-782-8781.
If you are calling for someone other than yourself,
please be sure that you have permission.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS

May 21 & 22 Holy Trinity

BEGIN MAY 31

Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31

Psalm 8
Romans 5:1-5
John 16:12-15

The church office will be open

May 28 & 29 Pentecost 2

MondayThursday
9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.

1 Kings 8:22-23, 41-43

Psalm 96:1-9
Galatians 1:1-12
Luke 7:1-10

Closed on Fridays

THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE

CLOSED ON
Monday, May 30 for
Memorial Day

A special thanks to everyone who has helped

with the funeral dinners. It is a service that is
greatly appreciated by the families.
Fern Beindorf
Dear Members of Zions,
Thank you for the prayers and loving thoughts for our
daughter Cindy when she was recently in the Wauseon
Hospital and Fulton Manor Nursing Home. She is now
back in her home, back to her sheltered workshop, and
back attending her church. We really appreciate your
caring ways.
In Christian love,
Bill & Myrt Brownson
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May 2016
SUNDAY
1
9:00 a Sunday
School
9:45 a Worship

8
Mothers Day
9:00 a Sunday
School
9:45 a Worship

MONDAY

TUESDAY

9:00 a Sunday
School
9:45 a Worship
11:00 a Sisters in
Christ

8:00 p Barbershoppers

4
7:00 a Women @
Cabin Fever
9:00 a Bulletin Announcements due
5:30 p Meal
6:00 p Bells
7:00 p Choir

10

11

12

Pastors Day
Off

Pastors Day
Off
12:00 p Book
Group at Erics
Irresistible Ice
Cream

16
Pastors Day
Off
8:00 p Barbershoppers

11-3 BLOOD DRIVE

9:00 a Mens
Fellowship
9:30 a Weight
Watchers
1:00 p Text Study
5:00 p Lighten Up

7:00 a Women @
Cabin Fever
9:00 a Bulletin Announcements due
11:30 a Young at
Heart at Leftys
5:00 p Food Pantry
Sign Up
5:30p Meal
7:00 p Choir
7:00 p Bible Study

17

18

9:00 a Mens
Fellowship
9:30 a Weight
Watchers
1:00 p Text Study
2:00 p.m. NEWSLETTER DEADLINE
5:00 p Lighten Up

7:00 a Women @
Cabin Fever
9:00 a Bulletin Announcements due
5:30p Meal
6:00 p Food Pantry
Pick Up

7
8:00 a Weight
Watchers
8:00a Scrapbook
Club
5:00 p Worship

5:00 p TOPS

13

14
8:00 a Weight
Watchers

12:00 p Worship
& Music Meeting

5:00 p Worship
5:00 p TOPS

20

21

5:00 p TOPS

8:00 a Weight
Watchers

7:00 p Council

5:00 p Worship

Synod Assembly

23

24

25

9:00 Sunday
School
9:45 a Worship
11:00 a Graduate
Reception
11:00 Sign Cards

Pastors Day
Off

9:00 a Mens
Fellowship
9:30 a Weight
Watchers
1:00 p Text Study
5:00 p Lighten Up

7:00 a Women @
Cabin Fever
9:00 a Bulletin Announcements due
5:30p Meal
7:00 p Bible Study

29

30

8:00 p Barbershoppers

19

22

9:45 a Worship

THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

3
9:00 a Mens
Fellowship
9:30 a Weight
Watchers
1:00 p Text Study
2:00 p LLS
5:00 p Lighten Up

8:00 p Barbershoppers

15

WED

26

27

28

5:00 p TOPS

8:00 a Weight
Watchers

7:00 p Deacons

3:30 p WEDDING
5:00 p Worship

31

OFFICE CLOSED 9:00 a Mens

for Memorial
Fellowship
Day
9:30 a Weight
Watchers
1:00 p Text Study
5:00 p Lighten Up

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Faith Active in Love

May 2016

ALTAR FLOWERS
1 Bill & Cindy Wendell
8 AVAILABLE
15 AVAILABLE
22 Donna Ripke
29 AVAILABLE

OFFERING COLLECTORS for Sunday 9:45 am

1st Sunday
Randy Groll & Mary Boals
2nd Sunday
Angela Mack & Randy Groll
3rd Sunday
Mary Boals & Cindy Wendell
4th Sunday
Marsha Leaders & Angela Mack
5th Sunday
Randy Groll & Mary Boals

BULLETINS
1 Bill & Cindy Wendell
8 AVAILABLE
15 AVAILABLE
22 AVAILABLE
29 AVAILABLE

USHERS for Sunday 9:45 am

1st Sunday
John & Fran Diehl
2nd Sunday
Shawn & Mark Faryniarz
3rd Sunday
Laurie & Dwaine Schey
4th Sunday
Sue McKibben
5th Sunday
Youth

ALTAR DUTY
1 Cindy Wendell
8 Karen Graf
15 Sue McKibben
22 Lois Dodt
29 Marsha Leaders

HOSTS for Saturday 5:00 pm

30 Nancy & Bob Swingle
7 Sonia Bussing & Donna Ripke
14 Donna Ripke & Bob Thomas
21 Barb & Gene Vogel
28 Nancy & Bob Swingle

LECTOR & DEACON for Sunday 9:45 am

(* DEACONS)
1 * Tom Boals & John Diehl
8 Carl Snyder
15 * Dick Anderson & Craig McKibben
22 Sue McKibben
29 Mary Boals
FELLOWSHIP HOUR for Sunday 9:45 am
1 Leona & Chuck Bailey
8 Cyndi Ensign
15 Chip Frank
22 Graduation Reception
29 Karen Bowling

LECTOR & DEACON for Saturday 5:00 pm

(* DEACONS)
30 * Doug Eis
7 Helena Morris
14 * Audrey Eis
21 AVAILABLE
28 AVAILABLE
OFFERING COUNTERS
Gene Vogel, Larry Wagner & Sue McKibben
Subs: Bob Thomas, Bill Wendell

AUDIO-VISUAL
Doug Eis, Eric Engel, Stormy Gutman, Shaun
ACOLYTES & CRUCIFERS for Sunday 9:45 am Holley, Angela Mack.
Acolytes
Crucifers
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENT,
1 Pre-lit
Chancel Choir
PLEASE ARRANGE FOR A SUBSTITUTE AND INFORM THE
8 Sophie Reynolds
Chancel Choir
CHURCH OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
15 Pre-lit
Chancel Choir
22 Luke Reynolds
Chancel Choir
29 Pre-lit
Chancel Choir

BULLETINS

WEEKLY BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS

Suggested donation for

bulletins is $20.00.

are due on Wednesday mornings, by 9:00 a.m.

unless otherwise noted on the calendar.
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ZIONS MISSION STATEMENT

Driven by Gods spirit we will grow in faith and make Christs love known

Prayer List

DEACONS
Dick Anderson
Tom Boals
John Diehl
Audrey Eis
Doug Eis
Craig McKibben
Dawn McKibben
Patty VanDemark
Cindy Wendell

COUNCIL MEMBERS
2016
Laurie Schey, President
Shawn Faryniarz, V-President
Gwen Anderson, Treasurer
Cindy Wendell, Secretary
John Diehl
Lenore Doctor
Alexis Eis
Audrey Eis
Marion Hanson
Angela Mack
Sue McKibben
Carl Snyder

Find us and Like us we need more

followers to spread the word! Are you
friends with a former member? invite
them too we love staying in contact!
Have a question about an upcoming
event? you may find your answer.
And, you can add your comments, too!
(If you have trouble searching type in
Zions Lutheran Defiance and that
should find it for you). If you would like
to post an event you may email it to
zionlutheranfbpage@gmail.com.

Church Council has enacted a policy regarding

the names placed on
the church prayer list in
the bulletin. If you
would like prayers on
the list for longer than
3 weeks, please make
another request. Requests can be sent to
the church office via
phone 419-782-8781 or
by email at: zion111@
embarqmail.com

OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

ZIONS EMAIL ADDRESSES

Office Secretary - zion111@embarqmail.com

COUNCIL MEETS ON

Pastor - prtim@embarqmail.com

the third Thursday of each month

(except July) at 7:00 p.m.

Treasurer - ziontreasurer@embarqmail.com
Website - www.zionslutheranchurch.com

Get your copy in the church narthex!

Devotional Books : The Upper Room
Christ in Our Home and Word in Season

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Zions Lutheran Church

1801 E. Second St.
Defiance, OH 43512

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