Adult Ministries
Connect and Go!
God wired us to connect...with Him and each other. If you are wondering how to get connected with Him and with others, check out the many classes, seminars, teams, groups and volunteer opportunities offered at Zion.
Men's Breakfast Bible Study:
This study is for the early riser! Join this welcoming group of guys every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. A delicious breakfast is served, followed by a Bible book study that always promises a great conversation!
INSTE Class : Next Class Starts in August
What is INSTE? It's an acronym for Institute of Theology by Extension. The curriculum was developed by friends of Zion, Drs. Nick and Leona Venditti. Pastor John is looking to INSTE to provide consistent biblical and theological training to our members and provide a way for us to develop the next generation of leaders at Zion. The course this semester is an introduction to biblical theology; what we believe as followers of Jesus. We need to know what we believe and why we believe it. This will be a fascinating, stimulating time together.
The group meetings will be online by Zoom. Neither rain nor snow, or any pandemic will keep us from meeting. You may also contact us by phone or text: Leona (515-988-2047) or Nick (515-988-2255).
Devotions
Visit the Zion Lutheran Church Des Moines facebook page to hear the messages from Pastor John, Pastor Robert, Pastor Boaz and Pastor Ringa! If you know someone who doesn't have access to the internet and they would like a paper copy of the devotions, please let us know. 515-270-8142
4 Chapter Group (M'Cheyne)
Although we are not meeting in person, our M'Cheyne "4 Chapter Group" continues to read our Bible. Contact Polly Pattison at 991-7173 for any questions. The M'Cheyne readings are listed below.
Sept 7: 2Sa 1; 1 Co 12; Eze 10; Ps 49
Sept 8: 2Sa 2; 1 Co 13; Eze 12; Ps 50
Sept 9: 2Sa 3; 1Co 14; Eze 12; Ps 51
Sept 10: 2Sa4-5; 1Co 15; Eze 13; Ps 52-54
Sept 11: 2Sa 6; 1Co 16; Eze 14 Ps 55
Sept 12: 2 Sa 7; 2 Co 1; Eze 15; Ps 56-57
Sept 13: 2Sa 8-9; 2Co 2; Eze 16; Ps 58-59
Pastor's Reading Group:
Good books spark the imagination and draw us toward God by helping us think on whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, whatever is excellent or praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8).
You can come to Zion for in person conversation or tune in on Zoom. Send a request to Pastor John for a Zoom invitation. The invitation will be sent before noon.
October 7: The Code of the Woosters by P.G. Woodhouse
As always, you may order the books from Beaverdale Books or the bookseller or library of your choice. Beaverdale Books can be reached at info@beaverdalebooks.com or 515.279.5400
THIRD THURSDAY
How many of you have been to Thailand? Maybe just two. You’ll have a chance to learn about this country of temporary refuge to thousands of Asian emigrants from Pastor John who recently visited there with Grace. Come to Third Thursday on September 18 at noon for lunch, fellowship, and the chance to learn about Thailand. This would be a good opportunity to bring a friend.