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Brian J. Lund is minister of Word & Sacrament at Zion Evangelical & Reformed Church. You can follow him at his website or @BrianJLund.

Preparing for Worship Sept 27

We will be using the following songs and passages from the Word of God in our corporate gathering this Lord’s Day. Please prayerfully use these resources to prepare your hearts to “come into His gates with thanksgiving and enter His … Continue reading

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A Harvest Prayer

A Harvest prayer from Zion for our farmers, their families, and all who work in and alongside Agriculture: Almighty God and Everlasting Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, You are exalted as our faithful, unchanging Creator, changeless before the changing … Continue reading

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Funeral Service At Zion

Due to preventative conditions, many in our church family were unable to attend the funeral service for an important saint in our congregation, Hilda Greiman. Here is the service for those who wished to participate. Cataldo Funeral Homes also recorded … Continue reading

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Worship Is Essential

Worship Matters. Worship matters to God. Worship matters to you. The importance of worship cannot be overstated. Often, we allow personal distractions to get in the way. Our busy schedules & vacations prevent us from attending worship services. Our self-centeredness, prioritizing youth … Continue reading

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Live Stream: Do Over

From Monday night:

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Sunday School: Ancient Treasures, Future Faith

As we have been sharing online resources for worship and sermons, we want to try bringing some instruction and training in God’s Word. Psalm 119:12, 14 reminds us, “Blessed are You, O Lord; teach me Your statues… In the way … Continue reading

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Live Stream: Armor of God

Pastor Brian had a few updates, reminders, and encouragement from Ephesians 6.

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From Consistory: Worship Online May 3, Worship in Sanctuary on May 10

The State of Iowa changed regulations for churches beginning on May 1. Our Consistory has been prayerfully debating what is best for our congregation. After much deliberation and coming together in the Spirit’s unity, the following letter explains what we … Continue reading

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Different Preferences For COVID-19 Recovery

In our most recent sermon, we considered the danger of comparison. As our nation – and especially churches – begin the slow process of recovery, we will be tempted to compare. Some churches will add more options more quickly; some … Continue reading

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Abide in Christ

Our Monday night livestream here:

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