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This Sunday!!!

October 20, 2-4 pm   Soil Safari

On the afternoon of Sunday, October 20, 2 to 4 pm, we will have a Soil Safari to celebrate the end of the gardening season at the Community Garden. Demonstrations will take place in the narthex. This family event is being held in collaboration with Redeemer Lutheran of Toronto and is being presented by the Compost Council of Canada.  

 

Guitar Choir This Sunday

Mount Zion's Guitar Choir will bring their energetic music leadership during this week's service.

 

Oct 23 Mount Zion Café

Join us at the Mount Zion Cafe on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a friend! Join in the conversation and meet new and old acquaintances. Learn some health tips that you may find helpful. Call Margaret in the church office by 9:45 a.m. if you need a ride. Future Dates November 11, 27,  December 11

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Oct 27 - Sunday Lunches Return

Pre-COVID, once a month, we used to gather for lunch and fellowship and also discuss a topic of interest for our edification. It was a very meaningful and profound time. Recently, there has been interest in reviving this practice, and we will have our first gathering after this long break on October 27, after worship. 

We will gather in the Glebe Room and be done by 1:20 pm. Dr. David Jacobsen will lead the discussions on October 27. He will share his insights on the book by Willie James Jennings, Acts, where he explores the relevance of the book of Acts for the struggles of today.

Watch for sign-up sheets for attendance and food in the narthex.  Pastor Philip

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Oct 27 - Confirmation Sunday

 

Oct 28 - Book Study Sponsored by Health Council

Here Be Wonders: The Gospel’s Pulse in Unsettled Times is a newly published book by Nancy Vernon Kelly, a member of Mount Zion. Nancy was pastor of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Kitchener, from 1995 to 2013.

During that time, she witnessed numerous occasions within the congregation and community where the Spirit of God continued to pulse in ordinary activities. In the book, she tells 40 of these stories. They invite our attention and perhaps give clues for future directions.

We are pleased that Nancy will participate in the discussion in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, October 28, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Please register in the church office.

Copies of the book are widely available, including from Words Worth Books. All royalties from the sale of this book go to St Mark’s Place, forty-three units of supportive housing in the former St. Mark’s Lutheran Church building.

If you have questions, please get in touch with Mary Slethaug

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Nov 10 - Mount Zion Has Talent - A Music on the Mount Event

Be sure to attend this fun event where our more musical members will share some musical treats that you wouldn't usually see on a Sunday morning.  Funds raised from this pay-as-you-can event will go toward the support of the Choral Scholar program.  It all starts at 3 pm in the sanctuary.

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In our prayers

Let us pray for Sislyn, Barbara, Christine, Marilyn, Konrad, Mary-Helen, Sandra, Julian, George, Betty, Rosalie, Thelma, Helen, and Jean and Tai as they mourn the death of Don. Let us continue to pray for peace in the world, especially in Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Ukraine, Russia, Yemen, Sudan and other places, for wisdom and discernment to the leaders to work towards peace. Let us remember all those affected by natural disasters, especially in Florida. Let us remember our own congregation as we look to the future together. 

In Christ, Pr. Philip​​

 

News from The Kitchen

Our new dishwasher arrived and was installed over the summer. The cost of it was $9000, some of which was covered by a grant from The Eastern Synod for $5,000, and from Gladys Roeder for $2,500. After a minor adjustment to the sensor for the hood, it was ready for September. We are requesting that only properly trained people use it. Please contact the church office if you would like this training.  We would like to thank Cobbs Breads, which supplies our buns and sweets for our Thursday meals free of charge. Our leftover salads are dropped off at Tent City on Ardelt Ave, where they are very grateful for our donation.

Mrs Bell, Chef Winston and several volunteers also cooked for the Glebe Center's Annual Breakfast. Jane Schlegel​​​​​​​​

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Food Card Ministry

The Justice Through Service Committee, aided by members of the Health Council, continues to distribute food cards twice a month. Thank you for your financial support.

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Oct 24 & 25 - Inshalla Sing the Journey Deep Conference

You are invited to attend Sing the Journey Deep, a conference being hosted by Inshallah and the Kanata Centre, on October 24 and 25.

Featured guest Mark A Miller is a distinguished composer, hymn writer, and educator known for his profound contributions to contemporary worship music.  Mark is committed to using his gifts of music to advocate for social justice and help create “the beloved community.”  Mark serves as Minister of Music at Christ Church in Summit, New Jersey, lecturer at Yale University's Institute for Sacred Music, and professor of church music, director of chapel, and composer in residence at Drew University. Included in the two-day conference are​​

Organ Recital by Mark A. Miller  Thursday, Oct 24, 1:30 pm 

This recital is open to the general public with free admission. St Matthews Lutheran Church

Big Sing - Thursday, Oct 24, 7:00 pm

Anyone who likes to sing will enjoy the "Big Sing" from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 24 at St. Matthews Lutheran Church.  The cost is only $10.00 per person.  Mark Miller will lead participants in several of his compositions and will turn us into a massed choir.

For the full information about the conference https://luther.wlu.ca/news/2024/fall/sing-the-journey-deep-mini-conference.html

 

Climate Vigils Oct 18 & 25

Faith Climate Justice will again hold Climate Vigils at Waterloo Town Square from 8 to 9 p.m. every Friday from October 4 through November 29, 2024.

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Nov 5 & 6  World Council of Churches Celebrates with two days of events

The Canadian Council of Churches invites you to join us as we remember our foundation in 1944, reflect on 80 years of shared mission and ministry, and look toward the next phase of our work together for justice, unity, and reconciliation in Canada.

On Tuesday, Nov 5, Mount Zion will host The Lutheran Day of Learning, which includes a series of presentations that Lutherans are sure to resonate with. From a panel discussion on the approaching 50th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women in the ELCIC to a presentation about our Archive Collection. The day finishes with a Bible Study with Rev Dr. Gordon Jenson. Click here for the Nov 5 full program

On Wednesday, Nov 6 hear several panels discussing the 80 years of the ministry of the Canadian Council of churches. Click here for the Nov 6 full program.

 

Nov. 23 - Two Rivers and Grand River Area Round Table Forum Saturday Nov 23

Presenters from "Releven" (formerly Trinity Centres Foundation) will be on hand to facilitate this Round Table forum hosted by St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 54 Benton Street, Kitchener. It will take place on Saturday, Nov 23, from 9:30 am to 3 pm. This event is in continuation of the ministry area talks that have been hosted by the MinistrAarea Deans with the intent of moving the conversation forward into action. 

"Join us for an inspiring event where Lutheran churches will explore how to reimagine their mission and utilize land assets for greater community impact. Discover innovative ways to repurpose space, foster partnerships, and create sustainable change in your local area. Whether you're looking to expand your outreach or transform your resources, this event offers practical insights and collaborative opportunities to help your church make a lasting difference."

Please note that registration is required, as a lunch will be provided.  The registration form can be found either in the QR code on the Poster or through this website: Two Rivers Grand River Round Table — Relèven .  

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