On Aug 24, Pastor Jeremy shared from Ezra 4-5. There, the Jews encountered opposition, but God encouraged him through his word and watched over them so that they could keep building. Pastor challenged people to expect opposition whenever they pursue God’s will. He advised them to spend time in Bible study and prayer, and to pay attention for ways he is watching over them, so they may recieve God’s encouragement. And he called them to keep building and working to accomplish God’s will.
There will be a celebration of life service for Ray Ethell, a longtime member who recently passed away, on Friday. Interment will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, IA at 9:15a. This will be followed by a luncheon starting at 11:30a and a celebration of life service beginning at 1p. The luncheon and celebration of life service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church (4300 Beaver Ave).
Pastor Jeremy also invited the congregation to a pot-luck BBQ at the Geerdes house on Tuesday, September 2.