Hilltop Headlines

8:00am:

Elders: Arlan Bamsch, Steve Muchow

Organist: Brittany Mahn

Donut Pickup: Lynn Breckenridge

Greeters: Carlene Schultz, Karen Wenzlaff

Hilltop Cafe: Darlene Zinsmeyer

Golf Cart Driver: Sam Kurio

Communion/Offering Assistants: Roy Capdeville, Gene Buchhorn

Ushers: Jakob Knippa, Kirk Kemnitz

Audio: Chad Mathews

Presentation: Clay Braun

Connections Coordinator: Josh Hobratsch

10:45am:

Elders: Robert Glover, Michael Zinke

Greeters/Offering Assistants: Ashley Chandler, Sue Cowie

Ushers: Todd & Tyler Glandorf

Hilltop Cafe: Nathan & Kelly Smith

Golf Cart Driver: Donnie Domel

Communion Assistants: Gwen Hohle, Mike Cowie, Steve Cashio, Troy Johnson

Audio: Jim Kelton

Camera: Chad Winkler

Presentation: Jen Jordan

AV Tech Director: Cody Stephens

Offerings/Electronic Giving for this week:

Operating Fund $58,430.88; Capital Improvements $225; Pam Hight Scholarship Fund $10,050; Field House $450; Missions $410; Annual Fund $22,600; VBS $50; Youth Missions $5,905.29; Capital Campaign $925.09

Attendance: January 19: 8:00am - 136; 10:45am - 289

Zion donates $6,667 to these approved charities every month: TX District LCMS, CHS Round Rock, Water Mission, Camp Lone Star, Brookwood in Georgetown, Faith in Action, Rev. John H. Kieschnick Endowment, The Songwriter Initiative of the Center for Worship Leadership

Dear Zion family –

This weekend, 33 of our youth are heading out to Glen Rose, Texas for our Winter Retreat. Please pray for them as they grow in their faith and strengthen their friendships. Retreats are a wonderful time to reset and refresh your relationship with God and others. And if you see our awesome DCE, Laura-Li, please thank her for all the life-changing work she does with our youth!

Don’t forget that the Blood Bus will be here this Sunday. There are still spots available to donate blood, so, if you can, please make time to give the gift of life. Donating blood only takes a few minutes and it’s simple to sign up for an appointment. Just click here.

In worship, we continue our series called “History’s Most Memorable Message,” where we’re studying Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This weekend, we'll look at what Jesus has to say about hypocrisy in Matthew 6:1-8:

“Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.”

Jesus explains that when we do things as a performance for other people to see, we can easily fall into hypocrisy. But doesn’t everyone like to be recognized and celebrated? Find out what's even better than being recognized and celebrated this weekend in worship. We worship at 8 am in our beautiful historic sanctuary, at 10:45 am in our wonderful worship center, or online at zionwalburg.org.

Your pastors love you!

– Pastor Zach, Pastor Kevin & Pastor Kyle

Have you ever closed your Bible and thought “what did I just read?” Starting January 12, we will partner with The Bible Recap to read through the Old Testament. The Bible Recap is a chronological reading plan with a daily podcast that highlights and summarizes the Bible in an easy-to-understand way. It will not only help you read scripture but help you love reading it. Click the button below for the reading plan or paper copies are available in the Lobby and Narthex.

Zion’s annual Spring Mission Sausage Sale is happening soon! Sign-up boards to volunteer and assist in a number of ways will be available in the church lobby this Sunday, February 2 or click the button below. We are in need of many helping hands to make this weekend a success. Please sign up to assist where you can. You are encouraged to bring a dish to share for the potluck lunch on Saturday, March 1 after sausage-making.

Remember that we take 5 lb bag pre-orders only for this fundraiser. You may click the button below to place your order by FEBRUARY 23, 2025 (an option to prepay is available). There are also paper order forms that can be completed in the church narthex / lobby. Orders will need to be picked up on Sunday, March 2 from 9am-1pm. Accepted forms of payment are cash, check or credit/debit. Thanks for supporting Zion’s mission efforts in local, national, and global ways!

Beginning Sunday January 26th, the Youth Ministry will be out in the lobby for our Envelope Fundraiser! Take an envelope, match the number with that dollar amount, and help us as we look to our summer mission trip and the Youth Gathering where we will grow and serve the Lord! More information will be out in the Worship Lobby. Our youth will help you out! We will be doing the fundraiser January 26th - February 9th. Thanks so much!

Dear Zion Trailblazers -

I have some important news to share about some critical staff transitions. At the end of this school year, we have four staff members retiring or moving to a different role at a different place.

Carla Knippa has served as our Athletic Director for two years. This year marks 41 years in education. Under her leadership, our students have seen their skills in all kinds of sports grow as they’ve also grown closer to their teammates. She’s worked tirelessly hosting tournaments/meets and providing positive environments for athletes across our school.

Sheri Fischer has been our second-grade teacher for 25 years! This year marks a total of 32 years in Lutheran Education. Literally generations of kids have been blessed by her passion for teaching foundational subjects and skills. She has been incredibly selfless, always being willing to step up and step in as needed in our school.

Diane Andersen has been our music teacher/band director for 26 years. This past year, she also graciously agreed to teach some additional music classes. If you’ve ever heard our band play, then you know just how passionate about music Mrs. Andersen is. Her love for music is infectious and has been shared with class after class of Zion students.

Jason Reichert has been our eighth-grade homeroom and middle school science teacher this past year. He has worked long hours coming up with creative ways to make science come alive for our students. His love for our church and school is evident in his commitment to all areas of our ministry.

Please join me in thanking each of these teachers and directors for their faithful service!

We are already forming search committees to help us fill each of these positions. Our commitment is to provide a top-tier, memory-making, and Christ-centered education for every child who is a part of our Zion family. We’ll keep you posted as we fill these positions.

Thank you for all your support for Zion. It’s a pleasure and privilege to be your principal!

In Christ,

Suzan Winkelman

The Caring Place needs toiletries for their Food Pantry. Zion is collected items during the month of February. Collection barrels will be available in the lobby and narthex.

Most needed items are:

deodorant, bath soap, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, shampoo, toilet paper, pull up diapers, laundry soap, dishwashing liquid

If you have questions, contact Bonnie McNemar 512 635 6705

We would love for you to join us as we begin a new ladies book club here at Zion. We will meet the second Friday of the month ( except for March 21) from 11-1 in the Zion parlor. You may bring a sack lunch if you like. Our first get together will be to gather and give information and assign our first book. Please contact Deborah Albers for any questions at 512-527-4858

All ladies are welcome to join Faith Circle Women in Mission. We meet monthly during the school year on the 2nd Thursday from 10-noon in the Zion Parlor. Please join us February 13, for fellowship and a study of Mary Magdalene: From Demon Possessed to Devoted Disciple. Contact Sarah Jones for more information at 512-797-8022, sarah.jonez@gmail.com

Mark your calendars. Registration is now open for the 2025 Spring Faith and Film series at Film Alley Theater on the first Sundays of the month. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Click the buttons below for more info or to sign up today!

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Men-Our next event will held on Saturday March 22, 11am-2pm at the BBQ pits!

More information to come as we get closer. Mark the date and start thinking about who you can invite!

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Zion families, mark your calendars for the annual Washington, D.C. fundraiser dinner! Your participation helps our 8th grade class cover part of the cost of their class trip to Washington, D.C. at the end of April. Join us for a catered dinner, live music, games and silent auction. We are looking for event sponsors and auction items. Questions? Please email ticiabachman@me.com. See event details below:

Date: Friday, March 7

Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Location: Zion Worship Center & Lobby

Cost: $75/ticket

Tickets can be purchased through https://givebutter.com/washingtondcgala2025 or via the QR code on the flier. We can't wait to see you there!

SAVE the DATE - Tuesday, 02/11/25 @ 11:00 a.m. - Devotions, Food, Fellowship, Dominoes/Games, ETC. in Zion's Lobby. In addition,Todd Glandorf will have a training session on how to use Zion's Church App. Please bring your phone for this training. Everyone is welcome! If you didn't make it to the first meeting, then we'll see you at this meeting! NOTE: In order to provide enough food for this gathering, please RSVP to Stanley at his email address noted below by Sunday, 02/09/25. The meal will be catered chicken fried steak and sides. Therefore, it is very important to RSVP. The fee for this meal will be $10.00 per person. Also, if you are able, please bring an appetizer OR a dessert.

NOTE: If you are interested in traveling to see The Ark, the Creation Museum, etc., BUS seats are still available. The date for the trip is Friday, 04/25 through Saturday, 05/03/25. If you need information about the trip or you have any questions, please contact:

Danny Ihrig - JohnDIhrig@gmail.com

LaJuan Ihrig - AnnaLaJuanIhrig@gmail.com

Kathy Pitts - KklmP@aol.com

Stanley Bielss - SBielss@hotmail.com

Audrey Bielss - Audrey.Bielss@hotmail.com

February 2 was Lutheran Hour Ministries Sunday.

LHM energizes, equips, and engages Christians to share the Gospel in the U. S. and around the globe. It hinges on a ministry family nationwide, "Connected Christ". For a limited time donations toward LHM can be doubled, dollar for dollar, by a $25,000 matching grant. Visit lhm.org/discoverlhm to donate, or just to learn more and receive a free gift!

Sermon Schedule

Feb. 9

"We Have An Advocate"

Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler

Where we might see only a problem, Jesus sees a person who needs an Advocate. (John 5:6)

You can listen to The Lutheran Hour on KLBJ on Sunday mornings at 7 a.m. or online at lutheranhour.org, through a mobile app, and on new media platforms like Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Sirius XM satellite radio.

Pastors: Zach McIntosh, Kevin Hintze and Kyle Borcherding

Interim Principal: Suzan Winkelman

Church Office Hours: 8am-4pm Monday-Friday

Church Phone: 512-863-3065

School Phone: 512-863-5345 Fax 512-686-5807

www.zionwalburg.org

6001 FM 1105, Georgetown, TX 78626