Christ’s model of love was selfless and sacrificial, exemplified by his willingness to lay down his life for humanity. This type of love goes beyond mere emotions; it is an active, deliberate choice to seek the best for others irrespective of their actions or beliefs.
At Zion, we believe that Christ’s model of servant leadership shapes how we serve both within our church family and in our wider community. Just as Jesus came “not to be served but to serve” (Mark 10:45), we seek to reflect His love by meeting real needs with humility and compassion. Through food and clothing drives, caring for the vulnerable, supporting local families, and global mission efforts like our water well projects in Uganda, we demonstrate that leadership in God’s kingdom is expressed in service. In every outreach, our goal is not recognition, but to help reach others with the Good News of Jesus.
Service opportunities are available! Below are 12 areas of service we are always searching for volunteers. If you’re interested in getting involved, please reach out to us and let us know how you’d like to contribute. Click the “inquire here” button below and we will get back to you!
Acolytes serve as assistants to the Pastor during the various Sunday morning and evening worship services, as well as the mid-week services. They bear the cross, light the candles, help with collection of the offerings, etc.
The lawn care group cares for the grounds of the church by mowing, trimming, and edging once a week from March through mid-November, and on an “as needed” basis at other times during the year.
The Altar Guild provides spiritual, behind the scenes service to our Lord by preparing the Eucharist for each worship service.
The group creates, packs, and mails Braille Gospel, Lent/Easter Hymn Books, and the Book of Luke, making it possible for thousands of blind and visually impaired people throughout the world to touch and read about the love of Jesus.
The Daylighters lead several service projects a year and each month contribute to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. We invite all women of Zion to join!
The Moonlighters are sponsored by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and meet for fellowship, Bible study, and service.
Our prayer warriors meet weekly to pray. Prayers are also said for the people listed in the bulletin, missionaries, Zion members in the armed forces, and family members.
Quilters assemble quilts consisting of back, filler, and pieced tops which have been cut, assembled, and stitched at home. Basic sewing skills are suggested, but and is an enjoyable group project. Meets every Thursday from 10:30 am to noon.
Ushers perform various duties to help church services run smoothly and to help visitors feel comfortable. They assist by greeting people, distributing bulletins, helping parishioners in finding seats, collecting the offering, and directing people.
The tellers count and record the regular offerings and special gifts Zion receives.
Vacation Bible School volunteers help as both site leaders and small group leaders. Anyone interested in volunteering with our Vacation Bible School program must go through the volunteer screening process, which includes a criminal background check.
Volunteers assist leaders of youth activities by building relationships with the students and monitoring activities for safety. Volunteers may also help with the planning of games, activities, and devotions. Anyone interested in volunteering in our youth ministry must go through the volunteer screening process, which includes a criminal background check.
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Learn how to prepare communion on Zion’s Altar Guild!
We are the team that prepares and cleans up communion each week.
Includes hands-on training and Q&A.
The sacrament is “a pure, wholesome, comforting remedy that grants salvation and comfort. It will cure you and give you life both in soul and body. For when the soul has recovered, the body also is relieved” (LC V68).
What we do in Altar Guild is important, holy, and a vital part of this church. We would love to have you!
Contact:
zionlutheransacristan@gmail.com for more information
