Looking for ways to learn, meet people, or get involved? Here are some activities you may want to consider checking out…
If you are interested in any of these, please contact the church office and they will put you in touch with that group.
Looking for ways to learn, meet people, or get involved? Here are some activities you may want to consider checking out…
If you are interested in any of these, please contact the church office and they will put you in touch with that group.
Couples Club
Couples and families enjoy a variety of fun activities and also provide support for school projects.
Friendship Club
Fun and fellowship for singles and couples.
Ladies Guild
This long-standing ladies’ fellowship group meets for a monthly luncheon/meeting and performs a number of services for the congregation as well as the larger Lutheran community.
Singles Group
Fellowship and Bible study are the main focus of this group.
Lutheran Women’s Missionary League
Congregation women meet quarterly to support mission concerns within the congregation, the District and the Synod.
Parent-Teacher League (PTL)
Supports the school by promoting family activities and educational presentations, sponsoring student programs, and conducting fundraisers which directly benefit the students and teachers.
Men’s Rec Basketball
Whether you’re young or not-so-young, you’re guaranteed a great time and a good workout at this weekly get-together.
Adult Volleyball
High skill level is not required; but a high fun level is promised at this weekly activity.
Fellowship Planning Committees
Short-term task forces, organized as needed to plan a variety of fellowship gatherings.
The following opportunities are offered to nurture our faith, increase our knowledge of the Bible, make applications to our daily life and encourage Christian fellowship and friendships:
Sunday morning between services
Wednesday morning from 7:00 – 8:00 am
Thursday morning from 9:30 – 11:00 am
Group home studies have a variety of times and topics
Women’s studies meet several times a week
Men’s study on Saturday mornings once a month
Are you interested in attending one of these sessions? Do you have an idea or topic for a new study? Would you be willing to host a study in your home? Would you be willing to lead an adult or youth study? If you answered “yes” to any of these, please contact: Pastors 894-2611
Head 2 Heart
Our method of teaching public school confirmation using computers, music and relationship connections to nurture and strengthen a faith relationship to Jesus. Would you like to help our young people not only know about Jesus, about God, about the church, about sin and grace, but know these as they relate to them personally? To find out more about the H2H ministry.
Treasure Seeker Time (Sunday School)
It is a special privilege to share your love of Jesus with children. Stories, music, videos, “Wiggle Church” – all used to make a connection with our Best Friend.
Vacation Bible School
An opportunity to work with our own children as well as an outreach ministry to community youngsters, sharing stories, music, crafts and refreshments five evenings in the summer.
Spiritual Gifts
Encourage members to discover their unique gifts given from the Spirit to be used by God through them.
Evangelism
Contact and welcome visitors and prospective members, as well as encourage new members in this outreach ministry.
C.O.R.E.
Community Outreach Renewal Event committee that plans outreach events, concerts, speakers, seminars.
Cradle Roll
Mail devotional literature to new parents.
Special Ed Confirmation Teacher
Work with an individual with special needs to prepare them for confirmation.
When our Zion family gathers for a church service, it might surprise you how many people, in addition to the pastors and organist, make it possible for us to have a positive and enriching worship experience. From those who prepare the church, to those who ensure that the service runs smoothly and is a meaningful worship time, to those who encourage friendliness between the members present… they all play a part in offering a place where God’s love can be taught and shared. If you are interested in any of these, please contact the church office and they will put you in touch with that group.
Serving Elder
Open and close the church, making sure the church is ready for service; assist the pastors with communion.
Scripture Reader
Read a portion of scripture at a service.
Greeter
Welcome people arriving for services with a smile, a welcome hand, and an offer of assistance to those with questions.
Usher
Teams greet and assist people with seating as they arrive for services, collect offerings, direct participants during communion and baptisms, and are available to meet any need that presents itself during the service.
Coffee Host/Hostess
Prepare and serve coffee during fellowship time between Sunday services.
Drama Group
Direct or participate in drama presentations at church services or special activities.
Videographer
Videotape special occasions and services.
Sound System
Operate the soundboard for church services.
New Member Corsages
Assist new members on Adult Confirmation Sundays.
Worship Planning Committee
Meet with the Pastors and Music Administrator to plan special services and celebrations.
Altar Guild
Teams prepare the altar and the surrounding worship area for weekend services.
Banner Making
Patterns are provided or you can use your own creativity to make the banners used in church and for special celebrations.
Bulletin Boards
Decorate the bulletin board in the narthex for holidays, special occasions, and to highlight new members.
Cookie Baking
Prepare treats for occasional special events at church.
Photographer/Digital Camera Operator
Photograph events at the church or school.
Publicity
Encourage community awareness by preparing and submitting news items to the Bay City Times.
Christmas Decorations
Get into the spirit of the season by helping put up the decorations for the Christmas celebration. Help is also appreciated after Epiphany to “undecorate!”
Baptismal Towelette Embroidery
For the celebration of a child’s baptism, a towel to be used during the baptism is embroidered with a cross and given to the parents as a special remembrance.
If you love to sing or play an instrument, you can choose from a variety of vocaland instrumental groups that enhance our worship services and special presentations.
Mixed Choir
Participates in services once a month and during special holiday celebrations.
Rock of Zion
Vocal and instrumental group that leads the Saturday contemporary service.
Handbell Choir
Rings at various services and special events.
Sounds of Praise Orchestra
Participates in services and special activities.
Music Ministry Choir
Participates in special occasion services and events.
Women’s Chorus
Sings in a service approximately every other month.
Men’s Chorus
Sings in a service approximately every other month.
Carillon Keeper
Our electronic system recreates the ringing songs projected from the bell tower. Training in operating the carillon will allow you to choose preset music selections and set performance times.
It is the natural extension of Christ’s love within us to offer that love through service to those around us whether within the church, the community, or beyond. These ministries give us the opportunity to do just that.
Blood Donor
You have the chance to give the gift of life by donating blood once or twice a year.
Correspondence Ministries
Remember individuals with cards, letters, devotional materials on birthdays, holidays, or just to let them know you’re thinking about them. Greeting cards are provided. Includes any of the following: Shut-Ins, New Members, Military Service Personnel, College Students
Thank You Notes from the Church Office
Acknowledge gifts and memorials from non-members.
Hope for Healing
Meets weekly to offer care, support, and fellowship for those who have experienced losses in their lives.
Food Pantry
Assist in preparing food bags for those in need, or help with the paperwork.
Postal Food Drive
Sort, carry, and transport food boxes for this annual drive.
Prayer Chain
Pray for those who request our support. Prayer requests are passed by phone.
Prayer Partner
Pray for, correspond and share your faith with a specific young person who is in their last year of confirmation class.
Quilt Making
You don’t have to be an expert seamstress to cut, machine sew, or hand tie a quilt for Lutheran World Relief.
Funeral Dinners/Desserts
At a time when someone really needs their church family, our teams prepare and serve a meal for family and friends after the funeral. Extra helping hands, as well as donated desserts, are always appreciated.
Grounds Maintenance at the Church and/or School
Weeding, trimming, planting, watering, mowing – there’s always room for one more on the teams that help to keep our church and school grounds “well-manicured.”
Christian Salvage Deliverer
Looking for a day’s outing? Once a year or so, someone is needed to drive a trunkful of devotional books to Fowlerville.
School Volunteers
A chance for parents, grandparents, or any congregation member who would like to help our children in a variety of ways: library, yearbook, school sign, computer room, office help, soup labels, fundraisers, small maintenance projects, classroom helpers, foreign language instructor.
Small Group/ChristCare Ministry
This is a trained group of individuals who develop small groups around a common purpose or focus to promote care and support.
Stephen Ministry
A trained Stephen Minister offers one-to-one care, understanding, and a listening ear to an individual in need of Christian care.
Economy Center Worker
Work with fellow Lutherans from area churches at our local Economy Center Re-sale Store sorting, pricing, and selling donated items.
TeleCARE
A newly developing ministry, phoning new members once a month, sharing information, prayers, concern and encouragement.
Parish Nurse Group
Members involved in health care fields join together to promote wholeness within the congregation by conducting health screenings and planning informational forums.
Deliver Tapes to Shut-Ins
Take a taped worship service to someone who is unable to attend church.
ChildCare
Supervise children for a short period of time while parents participate in church services, activities, or meetings.
Thanksgiving Baskets
Help pack food for families in need.
Christmas Caring Tree
Make someone’s Christmas a little brighter by sorting donated gifts.
Encouraging the youth of our congregation, as a part of the church today and in the future, is a valuable ministry within Zion Lutheran – one that is continually developed and strengthened. We are seeking people who will be active leaders of this much-needed mission.
Youth Leader/Service Project Leader
Become involved with the young people of our congregation, leading them in Bible study and fellowship as well as church and community service projects.
Scouting Leader
Help youngsters develop a strong sense of self-esteem and values through Christian leadership and mentoring.
Coach or Referee
Encourage young people at all levels and grades to participate in and enjoy the sports that are offered at our school.
A number of elected and appointed boards and committees are actively involved in the administration of the church and the school and in their ministries. Some church leaders are born and some are developed, but all have the heart and desire to make a difference in the life of the church – to make this place one where God’s ministries are carried out to His glory. If you have that wish in your heart, please consider one of the following opportunities to serve:
Church Administrative Board
Elected board that plans, coordinates, and supervises the church programs.
Administrative Board of Elders
Elected board that plans and directs the ministry programs of the church.
Christian Day School Committee
Plans, evaluates and directs educational ministries which serve all congregation children.
Properties Committee
Manages and maintains church and school properties.
Member Resources Committee
Develops and maintains assimilation procedures and a volunteer database for the purpose of making connections between people and ministries.
Christian Community Committee
Promotes the development of Christian community and fellowship.
Program Development Committee
Develops and promotes new programs within the church.
Finance Committee
Plans and directs the financial resources, records, and procedures.
Trust Fund
Manages the investment of trust assets.
Stewardship Drive Committee
Encourages members to serve with their time, talents, and treasures by planning and directing the annual stewardship campaign.
Church Photo Directory Committee
About every five years, we put together a new photo directory.
Treasurer
Elected position, supervises and maintains the financial books and issues accounting reports.
Auditor
Verifies the accuracy of financial recording and reporting.
Tellers/Recorders
Teams count and record weekly offerings.
Short-Term Task Force
Involves a short time commitment to accomplish a specific goal for a particular board or committee.
General Office Duties
Lots of opportunities for helping are available in the church office and many willing hands accomplish those tasks quickly. We are always looking for people who have a variety of skills: typing, computer skills, telephoning, assembling weekend bulletins and mailings, graphic arts, etc.
Church Historian
Looking for people who have an appreciation for history and the importance of organizing and maintaining historical records and materials.
Church Library
Encourages members to check out the many Christian books in the church library by maintaining and promoting its use.
Computer Technology/Church Website
People who are capable of helping with these technological tasks are in high demand.