Category Archives: Special Events

“Special Events” at our church

APRIL 29: Bike or Hike to the Bordner Cabin

Bike OR Hike to support the Bordner Cabin Preservation: Saturday, April 29 at NOON at the cabin. This is a #Zions40in40 event.

The plan is to bike or hike from the (1.6 miles) Sand Siding trailhead near Twin Grove Park. The Swatara Watershed and Bordner Cabin websites offer maps and information of interest. Upon arrival we will ‘police’ the area of litter and trash that may have accumulated, and listen to a Bordner Cabin Preservation representative’s description of the Preservation’s history and mission. After the cabin effort we will reconvene at Wendy’s in Lickdale where Thrivent Action dollars will treat us to lunch.
Those choosing to bike or hike will meet at the Zion’s parking lot at 11:00 A M for those wishing to ride share, or meet us at the Sand Siding trailhead at 11:30 AM. Anyone wishing to donate to the Preservation Fund in a financial way are encouraged to consider one penny ($0.01) per pedal stroke or step for hikers or approximately $10. Donations are NOT required to participate.
A signup sheet is posted on the bulletin board in the Gathering Area and any other logistical questions should be directed to Ed Ludwig at 717-507-4758.

2018 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Have you always wanted to visit the land where Jesus lived, taught, and healed? Do you want to learn more about Old and New Testament practices and beliefs? Or maybe you just want to ride a Judean camel! Either way, you’re invited to join Pastor Caitlin and Good Shepherd Travel for a ten day pilgrimage to the Holy Land next February. Here’s the itinerary. Interested in learning more or signing up? See Pastor Caitlin.

Pastor’s Naomi Carriker and Caitlin Glass Pilgrimage to the Holy Land (1)

And here’s a promo video!

March 17: Mark Cable in Concert

7 PM

Singer, songwriter, and humorist Mark Cable has released 17 CDs and been touring fulltime for over 25 years. His insightful everyday-life songs along with his off the wall sense of humor have stirred audiences across the US to laugh, to cry, and to think about the things in life that matter most.www.markcable.com Cost is $10 and you can get tickets by contacting Jim Gill or the church office.
This is a THRIVENT ACTION TEAM event. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Hospital at the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The items below will also be collected and donated to the Children’s Hospital. .#Zions40in40 #livegenerously

Babysitting will be available in the nursery.

March 4: Praying in Color and Crafting with Friends

9AM-2PM

Join us for a FREE day of spirituality and creativity–actually get some of those Pinterest dreams accomplished! We’ll begin with a short “Praying in Color” session, then you’ll have time to work on any craft project you bring. Morning munchies and lunch will be provided, free of charge. You’ll receive everything you need to “Pray in Color”. Friends are welcome! RSVPs are helpful. Come when you can…leave when you must!

This is a Thrivent Action Team Event. #Zions40in40 #livegenerously

March 1: King’s Kids Ash Wednesday celebration

Join Ms. Monica for Kings Kids –
A special Ash Wednesday Celebration.
While the adults partake in worship upstairs, we will be in the Social Hall enjoying games, snacks, crafts, and a movie.
Please RSVP so that i can plan accordingly. Please feel free to share with friends!

Join us for Soup Supper at 5:30pm
Joyful Spirits Worship at 6:15pm
Kings Kids at 6:45 – 8pm
There will be NO BIble Study!
Ash Wednesday Worship 7-8pm

March 5: Intro to Lent Family Event

What is Lent? Have your kids ever asked you that question? Well join us on Sunday March 5th during Sunday school to help answer that question! We will meet in the Social Hall and have different areas set up to help answer the question – What is Lent? If you have any questions see Tracy Hoy or Monica Bortz.      

March 4 Praying in Color and Crafting with Friends

Join us for a FREE day of spirituality and creativity–actually get some of those Pinterest dreams accomplished! We’ll begin with a short “Praying in Color” session, then you’ll have time to work on any craft project you bring. Morning munchies and lunch will be provided, free of charge. You’ll receive everything you need to “Pray in Color”. Friends are welcome! RSVPs on Facebook or in the Gathering Area helpful. Come when you can…leave when you must!

This is a Thrivent Action Team event.  #LiveGenerously #Zions40in40

February 12: Lunch N Learn with Martin Luther

In honor of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, we are hosting an actor who knows Martin Luther inside and out! Join us for lunch and an interactive, educational, and faith-filled afternoon as we learn more about Martin, his life, hopes, faith, and legacy. Families welcome! Guests welcome!

A donation for lunch will be gladly accepted.

This is a Thrivent Action Team event.  #LiveGenerously 

December 21: Gingerbread Nativity Night

Please join us at Zion’s – During Kings Kids – for our Gingerbread Nativity Build on Wednesday, December 21, from 6:45-8 PM.
Each family will make and take home a Nativity.
gingerbread-nativity
Material donations (items needed listed below) are appreciated. Please have your item to the Social Hall by Sunday, December 18th. You can RSVP by emailing zionswednesdays@gmail.com, calling Monica at 717-679-2583, or signing up on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space.

Items needed:
Large Marshmallows
Small Marshmallows
Toothpicks
Black Licorice
Mini Tootsie Rolls
Chocolate frosting
White Frosting
Graham Crackers
Shredded Coconut
Mini Orange Gumdrops
Small Candy Canes