Zion’s vision is to be “in mission for others,” and we strive to do this in many ways. Here are some of the ways you can help serve your community through Zion:
House of Blessing
Each week we collect food offerings for one of our local food banks, the House of Blessing. The weekly bulletin can tell you what House of Blessing needs most.
Stratford Connection Centre
Each week we collect items such as clothing, hygiene products, bottled water, Food Basics gift cards, etc in support of the homeless people in our community.
Community Meal
Part of a Stratford-wide ministry with other churches to provide hot wholesome meals for those in our community who need food and fellowship. Bethel/Zion’s meal is held on the second Wednesday of each month. We have partnered with Bethel Church in supplying this monthly meal. Bethel Church is responsible for preparing the meal, set-up, clean-up and take-down and we provide the venue.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Zion members gather weekly on Mondays from 2 to 4 PM to use their knitting and crochet skills to create “prayer” shawls. These lovingly created shawls go to local nursing homes, palliative care facilities and other places where they bring peace and comfort. For further information, please contact Nancy Schaff at zionlc@golden.net
Quilting Ministry
Zion members gather weekly on Wednesday mornings from 9 until 12 noon to use their sewing skills to create quilts. For further information, please contact Irene Ehgoetz at zionlc@golden.net.
Is there something in the community you think we should be doing? Please call 519-271-8527 or email at zionlc@golden.net.
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Stratford 