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Zion Lutheran Church “Those who trust in the Lord shall be like Mount Zion,

which cannot be moved, but abides forever.” (Psalm 125:1)

June 28, 2020

Pastoral Letter............................................................................ Page 3

Liturgy ....................................................................................... Page 4

Catechumenate, Remembering .................................................. Page 5

Outreach and Mercy, Praying .................................................... Page 6

A “Note” from Kantor, 80+ Birthdays in July .......................... Page 7

News & Events ................................................................. Pages 8 & 9

Solve the Puzzle ...................................................................... 0

Calendar (for the coming week)............................................... Page 11

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Newsletter Sponsorship

This week, the newsletter is sponsored by Sally Christoffersen in

thanksgiving for Zion staff members.

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“This is the victory that has overcome the world—

our faith.” ~ 1 John 5:4

Dear people of Zion,

As Pastor Gjerde pointed out last week in this newsletter, and has

stressed throughout this time of pandemic, the Christian view on life,

the way of Christ, is much different than that of the world.

This has caused me to think about how the devil can work in opposi-

tion to that very way of Christ. The old ancient foe seeks to steer us

away from the narrow way (Matthew 7:14) and seeks to deprive us

of that which nurtures our current life of faith. He uses whatever he

can at his disposal to divide the Church from within and try to sepa-

rate the believer from their Lord.

He can prey upon the old Adam/Eve in you or in others to make you

or them seem even worse. Perhaps it is for this reason many decry all

the political ads during an election year; so much talking past one

another than talking constructively to one another. The devil has

won if we think someone is completely irredeemable.

On the other hand, the devil also can get us to imagine that someone

(or even ourselves) are completely perfect in their own perceived

righteousness. This leads to tuning a deaf ear to any who think dif-

ferently or don’t think “like me.” It’s truly a “my way or the high-

way” mentality that can descend like a thick fog on any country.

This is why we remind you, dear people of God, about the impor-

tance of your faith “that has overcome the world.” Satan may be the

“god of this world” (2 Corinthians 4:4), but Jesus Christ is the true

God who has overcome the world in all of its bitterness. It is His will

to save and unite a Body, His Church. Baptized in His name, fed

with His body and blood, we go the way of Christ because there is

no other way, ultimately. He is the way, the truth, and the life.

The peace of God be with you always!

Pastor Johnson

Pastoral Letter

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Weekend Schedule

Saturday: Holy Communion, 5:15 PM

Sunday: Holy Communion, 9 & 11 AM

Live Radio Broadcast: 9 AM

WSAU 550 AM, 99.9 FM, 95.1 FM, www.wsau.com

Social distancing and extra care will be undertaken in keeping with

the recommendations of the public health department.

Facebook Live Stream Morning Devotion: 8:30 AM, Monday-Friday

Compline: 8:30 PM, Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday

Vespers: 6:30 PM, Wednesday

Music at Midday: 12:00 Noon, Tuesday and Thursday

Most videos are mirrored on our YouTube channel and website

(www.zionlutheranwausau.com).

Daily Holy Communion Monday-Friday, 12:15 PM (about 20 minutes long)

These services are now open to the public ~ no reservation.

They will likely remain smaller than our weekend services.

Social distancing and extra care will be observed.

Calling ahead is not required, but it will help us prepare for you.

Bulletins

If you would like the Sunday bulletin for the 9 AM broadcast sent to

you, please contact the church office (715-848-7286).

Funerals and Weddings

As we return to in-person worship on the weekends, Zion will now

also hold funerals and weddings with appropriate social distancing in

place. Funeral luncheons and other receptions will not be held at

Zion for the time being.

Liturgy receiving the gifts

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Facebook Live Streams

Sundays: Bible Study, 10:15 AM

July 5: “Proverbs: Common Wisdom for Uncom-

mon Times”

Tuesdays: Table Talk, 9:00 AM.

All of July: “Splendor: The Church in True Color” Join Zion’s pastors as they unpack from the Bible and

Lutheran Confession what the Church is and could be.

Live Streams are recorded and posted on our website

(www.zionlutheranwausau.com) and YouTube.

Helps for Daily Devotion

The congregational bulletin sent home each week during the shut-

down included an order for home devotion, daily Scripture readings,

and prayers. Starting in July, you will still receive those helps for

daily devotion! They will appear as a hand out in this newsletter en-

titled “The Shepherd’s Voice.”

The purpose of daily devotion is to hear the Shepherd’s voice and

thus live “face-to-face with God,” led and comforted by His holy

Word. He is present with us, not only in communal worship, but

also as His Word and sacraments work in our daily lives.

Catechumenate learning the gifts

Remembering examples of the faith in June

June 29: Saints Peter and Paul

St. Peter and St. Paul are two apostles through

whom God built the Church in its earliest days.

Peter was one of Christ’s first disciples (John

1:35ff), whereas Paul was converted after

Christ’s resurrection (Acts 9). Because of their

foundational importance (Ephesians 2:20), they

are often shown holding a small church. Both

apostles were likely martyred in Rome.

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Monthly Mission Emphases:

Lutheran Bible Translators, The Derricks Goal: $2,000

The Derricks are anxious to begin learning the Fali language and

start the next exciting phase of their ministry in Cameroon. Pray that

the Fali will continue to be engaged and excited about their arrival in

their area and for having God’s Word in their language.

Homme Homes, Wittenberg and Wausau Goal: $1,000

Homme Homes has served the needs of the elderly at its Wittenberg

Campus since 1882, and in the Wausau area on its Forest Park Vil-

lage Campus since 1990. They provide independent and supportive

housing services, residential services, and the latest in skilled and

rehabilitation services.

New Radio Ministry at Bethany

Zion’s work with Bethany Lutheran Church in the town of Easton

has led to a new radio ministry! Our pastors will start sharing a 10-

minute radio message on WACD Country (106 FM) every Sunday at

8 AM, starting July 5. This brief radio message, following on a

popular polka program and a full hour apart from Zion’s broadcast,

will serve primarily Antigo and its surroundings. May God bless it!

Outreach and Mercy sharing and being the gifts

Persecuted Christians in: Kuwait, Kenya, Bhutan

Sister Congregation: Lehurutshe Parish, South Africa

Missionaries: Elliot & Serena Derricks, Lutheran Bible Translators

Those who need our on-going prayers: Hilmar Baumann, Karen

Baumann, Dave Bevington, Max Breon, Les Brolliar, Rich Cornell,

Ruth Draeger, Carol Edelburg, Barbara Ellen, Dennis Falk, Rita

Falk, Ben Fiedler, Lydia Hauge, Ken Heinzen, Avery Kluck, An-

nette Lach, Olivia Lang, Debra Mertes, Grace Mueller, Maggie Otto,

Praying in our prayers this week

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Tina Parker, Eric Peerenboom, Barb Ramker, Trandy Revie, Mau-

reen Rouse, Krista Salas, David Skola, Jody Slack, Lynn Welles,

Mark Wendorff, Nancy, Jim, Richard, Zion’s homebound members

Praying (continued from previous page)

“Let Me Be Yours Forever” is a hymn of commitment that has often

been used on Confirmation Day. The intimate language draws the

singer into a close conversation with God, confessing the desire to

belong to the one who is God and Lord, typified by His faithfulness.

The hymn addresses all three persons of the Trinity: God the Father,

who created us as His chosen people; Jesus who “did my soul de-

liver” and bought me “with blood and bitter pain;” and the Holy

Spirit who restores my soul and keeps us in the faith.

“This hymn becomes a prayer for everyday use that at the same time

prepares us for our last hours on earth.” [Lutheran Service Book

Companion: vol. 1: 9.]

A “Note” from Kantor

7/2 Charles Lewitzke, 150014 Peregrine Way, Wausau 54401

7/4 Carolyn Radunz, 2414 Gowen St., Wausau 54403

7/5 Marion Jehn, 901 Single Ave., Wausau 54403

7/7 Marjorie Nienow, 5401 W. Sherman St., #302, Wausau 54401

7/8 Eunice Parsch, 150221 Sunbird Ln., Wausau 54401

7/8 Carol Edelburg, 3402 Terrace Ct., #121, Wausau 54401

7/9 Mildred Wurster, 918 E. Wausau Ave., Wausau 54403

7/10 LaVerne Flagel, 540 E. Thomas St., #213, Wausau 54403

7/10 Marge Larsen, 3146 Westhill Dr., Wausau 54401

7/16 Amy Plautz, 143342 Countryside Dr., Wausau 54401

7/21 Patricia Metter, 601 Ruder St., Wausau 54403

7/26 Donna Nuernberg, 5211 Pine St., Schofield 54476

7/28 Richard Ziebell, 3333 N. 12th St., Wausau 54403

7/29 Erma Singstock, Stone Crest, 805 Parcher St., Wausau 54403

7/29 Judy Cherwinka, 1886 Kelly Hill Rd., Verona 53593

7/31 Barbara Barthels, 1228 Jefferson St., Wausau 54403

80+ Birthdays in July

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News & Events

Would you like to receive your weekly newsletter electronically?

Snail mail can be slow…. Receive your weekly newsletter via email

each Monday. Just call the church office, 715-848-7286 and give

either Anna Mae or Pam your email address. You can read it or

print it and save a little paper and postage for Zion.

Enjoy the convenience of Electronic Giving

In addition to mail and in-person giving, Zion offers electronic giv-

ing as a way to automate your regular offering. Electronic giving

offers convenience and provides ongoing donation consistency for

our congregation. Call the church office if you are interested.

Officer Volunteers Needed for Strassenfest

Event Co-Chair: Strassenfest Chairs Dave and Lori Torkko, who

brought growth and innovation through their event leadership for

the past 5 years, are ready to pass the baton to another set of event

chairs. We need an event co chair to partner with Lee Anderton, a

longtime Strassenfest volunteer, who has committed to serve one

half of the co-chair position.

Event Treasurer: The event’s longtime treasurer, Gloria Brauer,

has moved out of state. We are seeking a volunteer to become the

Strassenfest Treasurer. Please consider lending your accounting

skills for this worthy fundraising event.

For questions or interest, please contact Dave or Lori Torkko at 715-

216-3443 or [email protected]. We’d like to fill these positions

asap so planning can begin for Strassenfest 2020! Please note: In

concert with feedback from the Strassenfest planning committee, the

church council has delayed a final decision until August, on holding

Strassenfest.

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Memorials & Other Gifts Received In memory of Elroy Tapper, Dick and Dianne Ames gave a gift

to the Church Roof Fund.

In memory of Duane Peterson, Dick and Dianne Ames gave a

gift to the Church Roof Fund.

In memory of Roland Wendorff, Eric and Kathy Wendorff gave

a gift to the Church Roof Fund. Eric’s father, Roland, was the

church secretary when the church building at 709 North 6th

Street was constructed.

In memory of Arvilla Wendorff, Eric and Kathy Wendorff gave a

gift to the Altar Guild. Eric’s mother, Arvilla, served on the Al-

tar Guild for many years.

Portals of Prayer

Copies of the July—September Portals of Prayer are available from

the church office. Large print copies are also available. If you can-

not come to church to get a copy, please call us and we will mail one

to you.

Open Door Family Support Group

This family support group will be for families who have a loved one

who is incarcerated. The focus will be on the needs of the families,

offering peer support and resources, with counselors for the children

as well as professional speakers for the parents. The meetings are

held on Thursdays, 6 p.m. to7:30 p.m. at Open Door, 319 Fourth St.,

Wausau. Child care provided, as well as age-appropriate activities

for the children. Call Anne at 715-848-4044.

Homeless Mats Project Due to the nature of this project, we would like donations of clean

plastic bags from grocery stores, big box stores, and department

stores. Dry-cleaning bags are not suitable for this project. Please

bring your bags to the church office and/or the conference room.

People are working at their homes to make the homeless mats. We

would like people who will crochet the plastic yarn. Call Lori, 715-

216-3441 for more information.

News & Events

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Sunday • July 5 (Pentecost 5)

9:00 AM Holy Communion; Live Radio Broadcast,

WSAU 550 AM

10:15 AM Bible Study, Facebook

11:00 AM Holy Communion

Monday • July 6

8:30 AM Devotion, Facebook

12:15 PM Holy Communion

8:30 PM Compline, Facebook

Tuesday • July 7


9:00 AM Table Talk Bible Study, Facebook



Wednesday • July8


6:30 PM Vespers, Facebook

Thursday • July 9




Friday • July 10




Saturday • July 11


Calendar for the upcoming week

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