No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome at Zion!  Sunday Worship 10:00am 51 W. Central Ave Delaware
  Immediate Prayer Concerns Mary Avey
Judith Elliot
Matt Fields
Frank Fuchs
Anita Mehnert Sandy Nichols
June 21: Russ & Jan Anible 
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This Week at Zion
Join us for worship this Sunday as we welcome Tom Brownfield, Commissioned Minister for Social Justice. Tom will bring us the message,
"Why Justice, Why Me?". Plan to be there!
Thank you for serving Zion this Sunday:
Liturgist: Marlene Hitchcock
Ushers/Greeters: Harold & Sandy Nichols
Acolyte: Jason White
Nursery Care: Melissa Peterson
Fellowship: Bill & Shirley Keesee
Office Hours
The week of June 18th, Carrie will be in the office on Monday & Wednesday evenings.
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From the Pastor's Desk 
Off To Faraway Lands
We do not know whether members of Zion from prior generations traveled on international missions. We have found no evidence they did. We do know that tomorrow, members of Zion will travel to Central America to immerse themselves in another culture. As one of the group traveling, I can tell you we are very excited about meeting our sisters and brothers in Nicaragua and to be traveling with friends from other UCC churches in the Association.
It is exciting, in the first instance, because we will be sharing with Christian brothers and sisters. We will be sharing our life experiences as we hear from our hosts about their lives and challenges. How will we be impacted by our immersion? How will the Spirit move us during and after our trip? How will God speak to us? Will we hear what God is saying to us? We don't know. This will be a transformative experience for some travelers. That is what makes the prospect of this trip so compelling and exciting.
It is exciting, also, because we will be able to experience an entirely different culture than our own. Being immersed in a culture different than one with which we are familiar changes a person's perspectives and enhances one's life in ways that may not be fully known for years. It will be exhilarating in that regard.
Please lift us up in your thoughts and prayers for safe travels and meaningful experiences. We can't wait to share with you when we return.
In Christ,
Pastor Pete
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Nicaragua Pilgrimage Partnership - Off They Go!!!
Pastor Pete, Emily Peterson, Mike Newcomb & Sarah Newcomb leave tomorrow for their mission trip to Nicaragua with five others from Mt. Vernon Congregational UCC & Westerville Community UCC. In addition to working on local projects, including a Heifer International project, Mike and Pastor Pete will be offering their musical talents to their hosts at La Iglesia Mission. Pastor Pete has been invited to preach. Mike even spent a great deal of time learning Espaņol in preparation for the trip! Emily & Sarah will be engaging in educational efforts with Nicaraguan youth. This is the first time that we can remember a group has traveled on an international mission trip as representatives of Zion. We know they will represent us well. Godspeed!
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Congratulations, Donna!
Our own Donna Jarrell was interviewed by the Association's Department for the Preparation of Authorized Ministry this week in regard to becoming a Member in Discernment. This is a preliminary step on the road to ordination. Great news!! Donna was approved unanimously by the Department.
We are so pleased to report to  you that Donna's work as a Chaplain at Tionesta Park in Pennsylvania is going very well. She will be at Tionesta for the entire summer. We miss her but know she is bringing good news to her new camper friends. |
Welcome Evie Ufferman! 
Evelyn (Evie) Simms Ufferman was born June 5th at Riverside Hospital. She was 6 lb. 15 oz and 19 inches long. Proud parents are Matt and Katy Ufferman. Proud first-time grandparents are Deb & Larry Ufferman. They are eager to spoil a grandchild, especially a little girl! Richard and Linda Maxwell are the equally proud maternal grandparents. Evelyn is their sixth grand-baby. Evie, Katy and Matt are doing fabulously at home in Grandview. For pictures, visit the Riverside Hospital maternity website at http://www.ohiohealth.com/RiversidePeekaboo and search for Katy U on list of June 5th births.
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Last Chance to Support 
Relay for Life!
The Zesty Zions will participate in Relay for Life tonight at Buckeye Valley High School. Please support our efforts! We have done fairly well for this first time effort. At this writing we have raised $1,215. Not bad for beginners. Let's finish strong!! Help if you are able.
Saving lives from cancer starts one team, one participant, and one dollar at a time!
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