ANNOUNCEMENTS MAY 13 & 14, 2017
PRAY FOR THESE
Elaine Stiff (St. Luke’s);Judith Adams (Toledo Hospital);all those we name in our hearts.
AT THE FONT
Audrey Grace, daughter of Derek and Laura Zylka, will be baptized at the 11:00 a.m. service. As she becomes a member of God’s family of grace, she also becomes a member of the royal priesthood of Christ through her baptism. God bless her as she grows up in this identity and serves in Jesus’ name.
SPECIAL GIFTS
Abundant Life Bus Fund in honor of Jed & Loujean Hazel’s 65th wedding anniversary and for Abundant Life’s 40 years of memories.
SPECIAL OFFERING
The special offering for Mayis Feed Our Families (FOF). Please use your special offering envelope or a pew envelope marked “special offering”.
ABUNDANT LIFE BUS DONATIONS UPDATE
To Our Zoar Church Family:
You have blessed us beyond measure! Due to your generous gifts, we have reached our goal of $40,000 and we will be picking up our new bus on Friday, May 19, 2017. Thank you for your prayers and financial support!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Pastor Mike’s daughter, Rachel Brown, who graduated from Loyola University Chicago this past Wednesday.
PCU FOOD PROGRAM/COUPONS FOR WOOD LANE
Zoar’s item for the month of May is macaroni & cheese. Please place it in the cupboard by the elevator. Also, save for Wood Lane, your coupons and labels from Campbell Soup, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Swanson, and V8 Juice & Splash. Put the items in the cabinet near the elevator.
NEW MEMBER CLASSES
If you, a friend, or loved one has considered making Zoar your church home, then here is some good news! Please join Pastor Mike on May 21, 28, June 4, & 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Conf. Room. New member Sunday will be June 18.
PRAYER PARTNERS INVITE YOU TO PRAY
Each week the Prayer Partners invite you to pray with us for a specific concern.This is Mother’s Day and of course we pray God’s blessings for all mothers. But let’s also remember the women for whom Mother’s Day is difficult. Pray for those mothers who are single and struggling. Pray for mothers who are estranged from their children. And finally, pray for those women who have been unable to bear the children that they so desperately want.
MUSIC NOTE
The TUNE EARTH AND ALL STARS, a well-known melody in Lutheran circles, was written by David N. Johnson (1922-1987). When one thinks of this tune, the first hymn to come to mind is ELW 731.Nevertheless, there are other possibilities: A couple of decades after Herbert Brokering (1926-2009) wrote the text of ELW 731 (in 1964), he wrote a set of lyrics that brought together the themes and images of Easter. This project was done at the behest of the editors of the 1991 hymnal supplement With One Voice (a.k.a. WOV or the blue hymnal). Our Hymn of the Day, Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen (ELW 377), does this beautifully, albeit in a stream-of-consciousness manner. In it, we have trumpets, light, splendor, the Emmaus road.We also have the Lamb; the opening of eyes, the breaking of the bread. Particularly relevant for today, we have the vine and branches, joy, the city of God, saints, angels. In short, we have the whole of creation tumbling out, in what Paul Westermeyer calls, “an eschatological alleluia.” To which we can only respond: Amen!
HELPING HANDS WORKSHOP
Please join us in the FLC to lend a hand cutting t-shirts into diapers or baby gowns, flannel into receiving blankets and fabric into school bags. Bring your favorite scissors if you wish. We next meeton Tuesday, May 23, at 9:30 a.m.
MUSIC CONCERT
On Monday, May 15, at 7:00 p.m. the Concordia College-New York Choir and Chamber Singers will present a concert for us here at Zoar. This will be the Concordia Choir’s only Toledo-area performance in their month-long Great Lakes Region Tour commemorating 500 years of the Protestant Reformation and its heritage.
DISCIPLES OF CHRIST
The Disciples will be meeting thisTuesday, May 16,from7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Conf. Room.We will be exploring a new area of the Bible with help from Pastor Mike. Please, “don’t be shy, give us a try”. No study involved, we read and discuss the topic for an enriching experience with a great group of fellows. For more information, contact Paul Smithers at 419-265-0203. See you soon!
ZOAR MEN’S GOLF
The Men’s Golf League will play thisThursday, May 18, at the Green Hills Golf Course in Clyde, Ohio.We will leave the church at 7:45 a.m. Tee times start at 9:00 a.m. The cost will be $30.00 with cart. We will make up teams before we leave the church. Bring a friend or just show up! We will eat lunch afterwards. Contact Tom St. Meyers at 419-874-7764 or Bob Palmer at 419-874-1363, if you have any questions.
PCU BLOOD DRIVE
Perrysburg Christians United (PCU) will sponsor a blood drive at Zoar on Friday, May 19, from noon to 5:45 p.m. for appointments and until 6:00 p.m. for walk-ins. Please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit: redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment.
SUNDAY SCHOOL BREAKFAST– May 21st
All are invited to join this end-of-the-year party! Hot pancake breakfast with a free-will offering. Watch a slideshow of this year’s ministries, celebrate our amazing Sunday School teachers, and sing along with our kids! Meet in the FLC on Sunday, May 21, between 9:45-10:45 a.m. Please contact Madeline if you are interested in helping to cook or serve.
NEW NANAS
New Nanas next meeting is Sunday, May 21, at 9:45 a.m. in the Conference Room. (Date changed from newsletter). Our focus will be on staying connected with grandchildren through technology. Discover new APPS and websites for all ages. All grandparents are welcome!
CSI (Christian Seniors Interacting)
We will meet at Abundant Life #2 on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. The schedule for our next meeting on May 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. is: Bible Study with Father Herb Weber of St. John XXIII, lunch by Witzler-Shank Funeral Homes, Program: CASA with Melanie. There is a $1.00 charge for misc. expenses. For additional information or to make reservations, please call Phyllis Morton at 419-872-0846. The deadline is the Thursday prior to each meeting.
TOXIC CHARITY – BOOK STUDY
Beginning Thursday, June 8, at 7:00p.m. come join our book study sponsored by the Social Ministry Committee. Books can be purchased on Amazon or Shar Cook will have a supply. Please have the first 2 chapters read for our first meeting. For more information, please contactSharla Cook at 419-874-5808 or
SAVE THE DATE
On Sunday, June 11, at 4:00 p.m., we will have guest musicians from all over the ELCA join us for a Hymn Festival to celebrate our Lutheran heritage and diversity in light of 500 years of Protestant Reformation. This promises to be a rewarding and renewing event!
FEED OUR FAMILIES
Feed Our Families will once again be hosting a weekly summer distribution for those in need, and we are asking for your help in collecting non-food items. For the month of May, we are requesting donations of disposable razors. Please place your items in the marked bin in the Gathering Space. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact Tracy Rickman at 419-206-7927 or Cynthia Blubaugh at 419-376-1851.
AND THE SURVEY SAID…………!!!
Thursdays in Perrysburg are better than ever! In addition to the fabulous downtown Farmers Market, we invite you to stop by Zoar at 5:30 for a grilled hot dog, followed by aSlow Roll through the streets of historic Perrysburg. Bikers will leave from Zoar at 6p.m. and enjoy a ride that ends at the Commodore just in time for Music at the Market at 7:00 p.m. Riders that choose to skip the concert can head back to Zoar.
Bicyclists of all ages are welcome to join our ride through the Burg. Routes have been prepared by Charlie Gries, founder of Perrysburg Slow Rollers. We will have a leader each week, ready to take you on a fascinating journey of historic homes, hidden surprises (urban chickens, anyone?) and relaxed conversation with Zoar members and friends.
Dust off your bike, find your helmet and begin a new summer tradition! Thursday. . . Market. . . Zoar. . . bike ride!! Rides will run every week (unless weather is severe) from June 1 – August 24. Join us for an amaZing night of summer fun!
BIBLE STUDY READINGS for May 17 @ 8:00 a.m.
Acts 17:22-31; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21
FINANCIAL REPORT
March 31, 2017 – Zoar Financial SummaryMTD / YTD
Actual / Budget / Actual / Budget
Total Receipts / $63,327 / $73,083 / $193,547 / $208,252
Disbursements:
Staff / $48,192 / $46,699 / $142,439 / $142,821
Mission Support / $8,844 / $9,417 / $29,914 / $28,250
Administration / $10,779 / $4,634 / $20,456 / $18,770
Property / $16,853 / $15,460 / $33,678 / $31,219
Church Committee's / $2,864 / $2,781 / $8,962 / $9,664
Total Disbursements / $87,533 / $78,990 / $235,449 / $230,724
Excess / (Deficit) / -$24,206 / $5,907 / -$41,901 / -$22,472
Weekly Calendar
Sunday, May 14
7:15 a.m. Worship
8:30 a.m. Worship
9:45 a.m. Sunday School – all ages
9:45 a.m. The Gathering – FLC
11:00 a.m. Worship
2:00 p.m. Recital/Reception – Sanctuary / Lounge
4:30 p.m. Rainbow Choir
5:30 p.m. Cantorei Jr. Choir Practice - MR
Monday, May 15
7:00 p.m. Concordia College-NY Choir & Chamber Singers
Tuesday, May 16
7:00 p.m. Council Meeting – L1
7:30 p.m. Men’s Bible Study – Conf. Room
Wednesday, May 17
8:00 a.m. Bible Study – FLC
11:00 a.m. Staff Meeting – Conf. Room
12:30 p.m. Quilters – FLC
1:30 p.m. Abundant Life II
2:30 p.m. Heartland
3:00 p.m. Recorders
6:30-8:00 p.m. Youth Hike – Meet at church
7:00 p.m. Lighthouse Keepers – Conf. Room
7:00 p.m. Worship Committee – L1
Thursday, May 18
8:15 a.m. Men’s Golf Group – Meet in parking lot
9:15 a.m. Naomi Circle – Conf. Room
1:00 p.m. Men’s Bridge – Top Floor
6:00 p.m. Girl Scout Troop #10832
6:00 p.m. Agape Bells
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice
Friday, May 19
12:00-6:00 p.m. PCU Blood Drive – FLC
6:00 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal - Sanctuary
Saturday, May 20
2:30 p.m. Wedding - Sanctuary
6:00 p.m. Worship
Sunday, May 21
7:15 a.m. Worship
8:30 a.m. Worship
9:45 a.m. Sunday School – all ages
9:45 a.m. Sunday School Breakfast/Reception
9:45 a.m. New Nanas Group Meeting – Conf. Room
11:00 a.m. Worship
2:30-5:30 p.m. P.E.O – L1/L2
5:00-7:00 p.m. High School Youth Group – Putt Putt/Go-Carts
5:30 p.m. Cantorei Jr. Choir Practice - MR
7:00 p.m. New Member Class – Conf. Room
SAVE THE DATE FOR VBS!
This year Vacation Bible School will be July 10-14, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Online registration opens May 1st for all 3 year olds through 4th grade. We will need lots of volunteers to make VBS a success! Want to share your gifts as part of this community outreach? Let Madeline know as soon as possible!
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE MASTER RUMMAGE SALE
If you have unwanted treasures from your own garage or home…. Luther Church of the Master is having a rummage sale July 7 & 8, starting at 8:00 a.m. Donations accepted starting June 1 to July 5. Donation slips are available. Help for transporting large items can be obtained by calling 419-874-7986. We look forward to seeing you at the LCM Rummage Sale!
RELAY FOR LIFE
The annual Relay for Life is planned for Saturday, June 3, at Perrysburg City School Board Office (Commodore Building) 140 East Indiana Avenue. It is a free community event withgames, bouncy houses, children's art projects sponsored byThrivent Financial,food trucks and many activities for the whole family. This year the event begins at 4:00 p.m. with opening ceremony and survivors taking the first lap and being honored with their Caregivers. For more information, pleasecontact Brian Gibson, Community Manager, Relay For Life American Cancer Society, at 1-888-227-6446 x 5205
TREAT MOM TO BREAKFAST ON MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND
The Perrysburg Exchange Club is sponsoring a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 13, serving from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The menu consists of all the pancakes you can eat, 2 sausage links, orange juice, coffee and milk. The cost is $ 5.00 for adults and children over 12 years of age. Children 3-12 years old are $3.00 each and children under 3 are free. Exchange Clubs throughout the USA support child abuse prevention; family values; outstanding community youth; and police and fire personnel and first responders. Please join in celebrating Mother’s Day and support our goals.
We will also accept non-perishable food donations for the Perrysburg Christians United food pantry, so you can support two local worthwhile organizations.
MOTHER’S DAY “BOOK TASTING” – MAY 14
Stop into the Zoar Library (lower level) to sample our great selection of Christian fiction (Oke, Kingsbury, Lewis) and have a treat!
MOTHER’S DAY
This year we will have a special musical prelude before the 11:00 am service on Sunday, May 14. Our Sunday School classes will be playing the hand bells.
BOOKS FOR KOH AND FOF
Kitchen of Hope (KOH) and Feed Our Families (FOF) need good condition books both for adults and children. If you are cleaning your bookcases, think of our programs at Zoar. KOH is the last Friday of each month and FOF begins June 9. Donations can be left at the church office or call Ruth Alteneder at 419-874-8242, if you have questions.
LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF & QUILT HELP NEEDED
- We hope to send over 150 quilts this year.Which means we need between 8,500 to 9,000 squares cut.
- We also hope to send 100+ baby care kits. Meaning we need at least 400 diapers and 200 gowns and 200 t-shirts.
- We are hoping to send 100+ school kits. Meaning we need to sew at least 100 school bags.
Please join us on Tuesday, May 23 and/or Monday, June 19 at both days starting at 9:00a.m. for our “Helping Hands Workshops” cutting diapers, gowns, receiving blankets, etc. Questions? Contact Jackie Springer at 419-872-9689 or 419-350-8091 or Lois Staber at 419-872-7232. Thank you!