en Welcome to the Zion Lutheran Online Community! http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=316 This page is currently under construction; thank you for your patience. Zion Lutheran offers many different outlets for our young artists. Whether your child's medium is drama, art, music or more... we have a little something for everyone. Wed, 3 Sep 2008 15:51:28 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=298 Zion's after school classes are all held on campus!! A minimum number of children is required for each class; classes may be canceled if the minimum is not reached. Each class will have a maximum number of children allowed; advance enrollment will be required. Schedule: *********************************************************************************************************** Academic Chess Time: Mondays 3:15 to 4:15pm Dates: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10 Kids learn chess strategies, chess openings, solve chess diagrams and puzzles. A one hour chess class consists of 30 minutes of chess lessons and 30 minutes of playing time. Academic Chess includes: 8 weeks of instruction, tournament for all participants, exclusive booklets, and opportunities to earn chess bucks. http://www.academicchess.com Program Cost: $80 for 8 weeks Extended Care Cost (if needed): $6 per day Enrollment Forms: Available in the Wednesday newsletters. "Chess Rules!! I'm loving it!! In school I go to chess class and I learned so much and now I am very good. I learned in chess class the opening principles, discovered attack, copy cat trick, the four move checkmate, and mate in two, and how many points is each piece. Chess is a game that exercises your brain because you need to think in order to get a checkmate." - Zion student Curriculum is designed to fit the needs of all levels. Continuing and new students are welcome. *********************************************************************************************************** Extended Care Cooking Time: TBA for the 2008-2009 school year Billy Yip (Mr. Billy) will be providing age-appropriate cooking lessons as part of our extended care program. The goal of the class is to introduce cooking skills to each student as well as familiarity to kitchen terms and safety tips. Program Cost: Included in the extended care cost ($12) Enrollment Forms: Available in the Wednesday newsletter. *********************************************************************************************************** Extended Care Art Time: TBA for the 2008-2009 school year Noreen Lum (Ms. Noreen) will lead students in art workshops. Different themes and mediums include: still-life watercolor, work with charcoal and pastels, and introduction to line, color, shape. Ms. Noreen uses her own experience with Studio Art as a basis for class material, but teaches in a way that is fun and easy-to-understand. Program Cost: Included in the extended care cost ($12) Enrollment Forms: Available in the Wednesday newsletter. *********************************************************************************************************** Mandarin Enrichment Program Time: September 15 - December 8 (Mondays) September 17 - December 10 (Wednesdays) Beginning 0 Mandarin (no experience/background) K-2nd MONDAY 3:30-4:30pm Beginning 1 Mandarin (some exposure/background) 2nd-4th WEDNESDAY 3:30-4:30pm Globalanguages After School program is designed to give students a non-classroom setting in which they can acquire, improve and practice conversational Mandarin. This program emphasizes character recognition, tones and pronunciation skills, and an introduction to pinyin. Various activities include: songs, games, Chinese arts and crafts. Minimum of 6 students per class and a maximum of 12. Program Cost: $162* per 12 week session (*materials included) Extended Care Cost (if needed): $6 Enrollment Forms: Available in the Wednesday newsletter. *********************************************************************************************************** Piano Lessons Time: Wednesday 3:00-6:00 pm - All Ages Margaret Jennings, one of our 1st grade parents, will be providing 30 minute piano lessons for both beginner and experienced pianists. Program Cost: $28 (for a half hour lesson, plus materials) Extended Care Cost (if needed): $12 Enrollment: Contact Mrs. Jennings directly at (415) 668-1057 to sign up! *********************************************************************************************************** Let's Play Basketball! Time: Friday 3:15-4:15pm for 3-4 basketball Friday 4:15-5:15pm for K-2 basketball Mr. Arellano will practice dribbling, shooting and teamwork with our K-2 and 3-4 grade students in the gym. Program Cost: $69 (for 12 classes and a pizza party at the end of the year) Extended Care Cost (if needed): $6 Enrollment: Now full for the 08-09 year. *********************************************************************************************************** Trumpet Lessons Please contact the school office for more information. 415.221.7500 Lessons are available on site. *********************************************************************************************************** Study Hall M-Thu 3:15-4:15pm Teacher-supervised study halls are available, Monday-Thursday, to Zion students in the 4th grade and above. There is NO study hall on the first and third Wednesday of each month due to Staff meetings. Wed, 3 Sep 2008 15:04:59 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=61 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=61&article_id=260 Our Summer Enrichment Program is dedicated to providing excellent opportunities for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade. Through our Enrichment Program, we promote learning and activities that build healthy relationships, increase competence, and explore extracurricular interests. Children throughout the community will have educational, recreational, social, and cultural needs met in an academic, fun, and caring environment. Zion's Summer Enrichment Program will be enrolling for Summer 2009 next year. Please check back in January 2009 for more details and info on how to register. 2008 Information is as follows and will give you an idea of our program and schedule. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Date: June 16 - July 25, 2008 Morning- Academic Enrichment: English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, & Science Afternoon- Recreation: Field trips, arts & crafts, sports, music, cooking & more... Incoming Kindergarten - 6th grades are welcome. Invite Family & friends... open to all students! Session I & II 8:30am-3:00pm @ $850.00 Session I (June 16 - July 3) 8:30-11:30 @ $250 12:00-3:00 @ $250 8:30am-3:00pm @ $450 Session I (July 7 - July 25) 8:30-11:30 @ $250 12:00-3:00 @ $250 8:30am-3:00pm @ $450Week 1................ June 16-20................ Sports Week Week 2................ June 23-27................ Science Week Week 3................ June 30-July 3................ Art Week* Week 4................ July 7-11................ Drama Week Week 5................ July 14-18................ Cooking Week Week 6................ July 21-25................ Music Week Please submit full amount due with registration form. Extended care is available: 3:00pm- 6:00pm @ 12.00/day Please contact Miss Jillian at jsangalli@zionsf.edu for a registration form or with any questions. Zion Lutheran School ~ 415.221.7500.. All Incoming Kindergarten - 6th grades are welcome!! Need not be a Zion student! Wed, 3 Sep 2008 12:11:56 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=15 August 2008 20 First Day of School 27 Magazine Drive Begins September 2008 03 Labor Day- No School 07 Installation Service & Community BBQ 08 Magazine Drive Ends 10 Fall Picture Day (Wear a WHITE collared shirt) 19 1st Quarter Mid-Term Reports sent home (grades 6,7,8) 26 Back-to-School Dance (grades 6,7,8) 29 Missions Week Begins October 2008 10 Professional Development Day (11:30 Dismissal) 24 End of 1st Quarter 29 Picture Retake Day 31 Parent-Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL) November 2008 01 Fall Carnival 03 Free Dress- Perfect Church/School Attendance 04 Free Dress- Honor/Distinguished Honor Roll 11 Veterans' Day- NO SCHOOL 21 2nd Quarter Mid-Term Reports sent home (grades 6,7,8) 24-26 Staff Development (NO SCHOOL) 27-28 Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL) December 2008 03 Advent I (Grades K,1,2- service @ 7pm) 10 Advent II (Grades 3,4,5- service @ 7pm) 17 Advent III (Grades 6,7,8- service @ 7pm) 22 Christmas Vacation (school resumes January 5) January 2009 05 School Resumes 16 End of Second Quarter 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (NO SCHOOL) 23 Parent-Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL) 26 Free Dress- Perfect Church/School Attendance 27 Free Dress- Honor/Distinguished Honor Roll February 2009 13 Valentine's Day Dance (grades 6,7,8) 16 President's Day (NO SCHOOL) 20 3rd Quarter Mid-term Reports sent home (grades 6,7,8) 25 Ash Wednesday (Lent Begins) March 2009 06 Professional Development Day (dismissal @ 11:30) 27 End of 3rde Quarter 30 Achievement Testing Begins April 2009 03 Achievement Testing Concludes 05 Palm Sunday 06 Free Dress- Perfect Church/School Attendance 07 Free Dress- Honor/Distinguished Honor Roll 10 Good Friday (dismissal @ 1:00) 12 Easter Sunday 13-17 Easter Vacation 27 Scholastics Book Fair Begins May 2009 01 Book Fair Concludes 01 4th Quarter Mid-term Reports sent home (grades 6,7,8) 01-02 Spring Musical 09 LSAA Track Meet (tentative) 15 Spring Dance (grades 6,7,8) 22 All-School Picnic 25 Memorial Day (NO SCHOOL) June 2009 04 Records Day (NO SCHOOL) 04 8th Grade Banquet @ 6:00pm 05 End of the 4th Quarter 05 Last Day of School (dismissal @ 11:30) 07 8th Grade Graduation @ 11:00am Outdoor Education Dates (Grades 5-8) TBA Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:37:11 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66&article_id=315 Go Green With Zion in 2008-09! Zion is selling reusable grocery bags as a fundraiser for ‘green' projects around the school. Our first green project is the purchase of compostable forks and spoons for our Fall Carnival on Sat, Nov 1st. To help fund our Spudware purchase, you can purchase reusable grocery bags with the Zion logo on them. Our Zion "green" bags: • Are made from non-woven polypropylene • Are reusable and recyclable • Have strong, comfortable handles • Can hold the groceries in 3-4 plastic bags • Have a stabilizing base, so they can stand upright • Are 13.5" high, 12.5" wide, and 8.5"deep Cost: $5 per bag, or 5 bags for $20 (buy four, get one free!) If you would like to make a purchase to help fund green projects around our school, please contact Patty Boskin at pboskin@yahoo.com. Tue, 2 Sep 2008 16:37:27 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=314 Sarah Kramer - YPT performance with you and two friends!! Join Ms. Kramer at the Young Performer's Theatre with two friends to enjoy an exciting live performance!! Dress up and spend a day at the theatre with Zion's fourth grade teacher. Erin Vernoy - Afternoon Jeep ride around SF city I'll bet that anyone who wins this auction item will have a blast! Enjoy a trip in Miss Vernoy's prized royal blue Jeep. You'll get a special view of the city from an all new perspective! Tue, 2 Sep 2008 16:18:16 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49&article_id=131 The following are the extra-curricular sports offered by Zion through membership in the Lutheran Schools Athletic Association. SPORTS Basketball: Grade 5 & 6 Girls' and Boys' Team Basketball: Grade 7 & 8 Girls' and Boys' Team Volleyball: Grade 7 & 8, Girls' and Boys' Team There is a participation fee required of all students participating in both Volleyball and Basketball. Track Meet: Zion students in Grades K-8 who qualify will get to participate in the LSAA track meet in the spring. NOTES: Participation in all sports is contingent upon academic eligibility. It is based on the previous marking period grades and will be reviewed at both midterm and end of the quarter for continued participation.* * A student must have a 2.0 (C) or better average and no "F's" in any of their subjects in order to be eligible for participation in the Extra-Curricular Programs. Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:42:46 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49&article_id=313 Support Zion Volleyball Athletics!! Come cheer on the Zion Lions at any of the following home games: Girls @ 3:30pm & Boys @ 4:30pm Tues., Sept. 2 ZSF vs. Redeemer Mon., Sept, 8 ZSF vs. St. John's (Napa) Thur., Sept. 18 ZSF vs. Calvary (San Lorenzo) Mon., Sept. 29 ZSF vs. Zion Lutheran (Piedmont) Mon., Oct. 6 ZSF vs. Our Savior (Livermore) Thurs., Oct. 9 ZSF vs. Grace Lutheran (San Mateo) Mon., Oct. 20 ZSF vs. Prince of Peace (Fremont)*Dates and games subject to change - Contact the school office for day-of confirmation Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:42:13 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=289 Pres a Vi Restaurant - $150 gift certificate Pres a Vi Global Cuisine and Wine Bar opened in San Francisco in November 2006, providing the Bay Area with an exciting new dining experience. This engaging venue showcases an eclectic global-inspired menu served in a small plate format. Pres a Vi is located in the new Letterman Digital Arts Center in the San Francisco Presidio, boasting spectacular views, from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Palace of Fine Arts. www.presavi.com Hornblower Cruises - 2 tickets to a Champagne Brunch, Lunch Cruise or Dinner Dance Cruise "The arresting skyline of the "City by the Bay" includes the landmark TransAmerica Pyramid, Embarcadero Center's four "fingers", and Coit Tower on Telegraph Hill. Sail under the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy the festive lights adorning the Bay Bridge at night." Whatever cruise you choose... an amazing experience awaits. Enjoy a delicious menu, entertainment and unforgettable views. Visit the Hornblower website for detailed information about each cruise. Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:12:13 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=312 Huntington Learning Center - Academic Diagnostic Evaluation (value: $195) The Huntington Learning Center was founded in 1977 and is the oldest provider of suppllemental education services to children in the U.S. The Center's goal - "help children reach their full potential" - is the driving force behind hundreds of centers nationwide. San Francisco's Geary Blvd. center offers tutorting, rememdiation, enrichment, SAT/ACT prep, with an emphasis on reading, math, writing, study skills and organizational skills. 3380 Geary Blvd. www.huntingtonlearning.com Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:11:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=294 Beach Blanket Babylon - Two Rear Cabaret or two Rear Balcony tickets "Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon, the longest running musical revue in theatre history, is a zany musical spoof of pop culture with extravagant costumes and outrageously huge hats. Now in its 34th year of sold-out performances, Beach Blanket Babylon is an internationally acclaimed San Francisco institution. With more than 12,000 performances in San Francisco, the show has performed for standing room only during its London and Las Vegas engagements. Beach Blanket Babylon continually evolves in its hilarious parodies of current events and popular icons as todays headlines unfold." Enjoy a performance on Wed or Thu @ 8pm, Fri @ 9:30pm, or Sunday @ 2pm or 5pm. Evening performances are limited to the 21 and up crowd. www.beachblanketbabylon.com Sunset Music - $50 gift certificate Located on Irving Street in San Francisco, Sunset Music has been serving the community since 1948. Whether you need: Sheet Music, Music Books, Instruments (Rentals, New, or Repairs), Accessories or Gifts... you'll find it all at Sunset Music. Also available is music instruction and studio rental. To find out about more services offered, go to: www.sunsetmusicsf.com Ice Center - 4 passes (good for 1 admissions and skate rental to any reg. public skate session) San Mateo's Ice Center offers ice skating, skate rentals, lessons, hockey and birthday parties. Spend an afternoon or evening on the ice! Whether you are a seasoned pro or a beginning skater... the Ice Center offers a great environment for family fun!! Visit their website at: www.icecenter.net Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:37:04 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=291 Disneyland - Two one day passes to either Disneyland or California Adventure No trip to Southern California is complete without a stop at the Magic Kingdom! Whether you prefer the nostalgia of Disneyland or the thrill of their newest addition, California Adventure... children and adults alike are sure to have a wonderfully magical time. Visit www.disneyland.com for more info. Lawrence Hall of Science - Family admission for 2 adults & 2 children (under 18) "To inspire and foster learning of science and mathematics for all." The Lawrence Hall of Science is a venue for preschool through high school mathematics and science education, and a center in which learners of all ages can come experience exciting hands-on exhibits. Visit the LHS website and see what events and exhibits are waiting for you today! Ripley's Believe It or Not - Four passes for adults and/or children "Two floors, 11 galleries and over 10,00 square feet of exhibits, state of the art interactive displays, illusions and much more." San Francisco's location includes galleries that highlight the oddities of Tribal Artifacts, The Orient, and Weird & Wacky Art, plus much more! Believe It or Not... you're bound to have a blast! Visit the website for location hours and details. Tue, 2 Sep 2008 12:29:46 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=307 Sunday, September 7th 17th Sunday after Pentecost Let us behave decently, as people do in the day, ...not in quarreling and jealousy. -Romans 13:13 Conflict is a part of relationships and life in community. Jesus' words in Sunday's gospel offer practical advice on how individuals--and the Church as a whole--should show wrongdoers their need for repentance. The prophet Ezekiel tells of warning the wicked to turn from their ways, and Paul reminds us that love is the fulfilling of the law. We gather in the name of Christ, assured that He is present among us with gifts of peace and reconciliation.Ezekiel 33:7-11, Romans 13:8-14, and Matthew 18:15-20. Click this link to be taken directly to the readings online. These are the appointed readings for this Sunday. In response to Sunday's festival nature at Zion, the preacher may change the readings to reflect the occasion. Tue, 2 Sep 2008 02:08:45 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=310 Standard 5&10 ACE - $50 off a single purchase Standard 5&10 ACE Your one-stop variety store -- Since 1939! Laurel Village, 3545 California Street San Francisco, CA 94118 415.751.5767 Open M-F 8:30-7, Sat 9-6, Sun 10-6 And shop online 24/7 at www.standard5n10.com Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:29:14 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=109 Zion's Annual Church & School BBQ! Don't miss this year's Back-to-School BBQ! Sunday, September 7th New? Just Visiting? You may want to see our Visitor's Center first! Everything you need on how to find us and what we are about. Interested in Zion Lutheran School? Go directly to the School Homepage. Want to help out? We have lots of ways for everyone to help! Check our page of Other Ministries. 11:00 am Festival Worship with installation of our new teachers Ken Krueger, Stacy Soto & Erin Vernoy; and re-dedication of the Zion staff 12:15 pm BBQ in the School Yard If you can help prepare, serve, or clean up at this wonderful event, contact Pat Freeman in the Zion Ministries office (415) 221-7500. We need lots of helping hands to help make this day special! Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:11:43 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=302 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:55:46 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=247 Bible Verse of the Day View Verse of the Day Today's passage is from the English Standard Version of the Bible. Passage changes daily, so come back tomorrow! Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:35:54 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=127 Calling ALL Lutherans, their family and friends! Join us on Sunday, September 21st in Golden Gate Park @ Speedway Meadow (located on JFK Drive, west of Crossover/Transverse Drive) from 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM. There will be live jazz, games, activities and a free BBQ lunch. A free-will offering will be taken to support the Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity Project. Bring your appetite and a dessert to share! Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:33:48 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=308 Home of the Zion Lions Kindergarteners love to paint. Do your best Lion ROAR! :-) Hello! Working on the Oklahoma! musical set Welcome to our School...Welcome to our Family! Come visit us and see for yourself! Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:33:48 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=267 // Drop-in content box- By Dynamic Drive // For full source code and more DHTML scripts, visit http://www.dynamicdrive.com // This credit MUST stay intact for use var ie=document.all var dom=document.getElementById var ns4=document.layers var calunits=document.layers? "" : "px" var bouncelimit=32 //(must be divisible by 8) var direction="up" function initbox(){ if (!dom&&!ie&&!ns4) return crossobj=(dom)?document.getElementById("dropin").style : ie? document.all.dropin : document.dropin scroll_top=(ie)? truebody().scrollTop : window.pageYOffset crossobj.top=scroll_top-250+calunits crossobj.visibility=(dom||ie)? 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I believe you'll see the loving community that dwells within, making it a home. The website with its many links allows you to have the run of the house, to see something about our fellowship and the services we offer the people of our community. We invite you to come to our real home, located at Ninth Ave. and Anza St. in the Richmond District of San Francisco. You will always find us at home at 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. every Sunday morning-as well as at many other hours during the week. We would love to welcome you, and help you get better acquainted with us. We would enjoy speaking to you in person regarding whatever need or interest brought you to our home page or might lead you to our house. Please call us at 415-221-7500. Deacon Tom Hurley would be happy to talk with you or come visit you and share more information about our ministry and how it might meet your needs. Or, if you prefer, simply click on the following email address and ask your questions: information@zionsf.org. Back to the top Where is Zion? Zion Ministries and Zion Day School are located in San Francisco's Inner Richmond at the corner of 9th Avenue and Anza, one block south of Geary Boulevard and three blocks north of Golden Gate Park. Zion's parking lot, for those 65 and over, those with disabilities or those with infants or toddlers, is located off 9th Avenue. The Ministry Annex is located next to the parking lot driveway at 459 9th Avenue. San Francisco Municipal Transit Lines: 38 Geary, 38 Geary Limited, 31 Balboa, 2 Clement and the 44 O'Shaughnessy are all within easy walking distance of Zion. Visit www.sfmuni.com to plan your transit trip to Zion. View Larger Map To view a more detailed map visit: Detailed Zion Map To get directions to Zion from any location visit: Directions to Zion Back to the top When are Worship Times? Sunday 8:00 a.m. Worship Looking for traditional Lutheran Liturgy and hymns? This service is perfect for you. Join us for wonderful music, beautiful responsive readings and a warm embracing atmosphere. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Style Worship Do you prefer a more contemporary service? Zion's late morning worship alternates between modern liturgical settings with organ and piano accompaniment and worship led by Zion's Praise Team, a contemporary Christian music group. The music and voices of the Praise Team lead worship every first and second Sunday of the month during the school year. The music and liturgy blends Lutheran beliefs in an uplifting modern expression of faith. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class and Sunday school At Zion we value continuous learning about God's love and its impact. We offer many different classes both for adults and children on Sundays. The Sunday School is divided into Lamb's Loft (ages 3 through Pre-Kindergarten), Kid's Worship (Kindergarten-Grade 5), Sixth grade, Junior High and High School. Visit the Zion Ministries office on Sundays or call 415-221-7500 to get you or your child involved. See Zion's Adult Programs or Zion's Youth Programs for additional details. Communion Holy Communion is celebrated during the 8:00 a.m. service on the first and third Sundays of each month and the second and fourth Sundays at the 11:00 a.m. service. Special Worship Services Zion has many special services throughout the year including: Wednesday evening Advent Services Christmas Eve Family Service Christmas Eve Candles & Carols Service Christmas Day Festival Worship Wednesday evening Lenten Services Maundy Thursday Service Good Friday Meditation Service Easter Sunday Festival Celebration Visit the Zion Ministries Calendar or the Zion Messenger (Zion's monthly newsletter) pages for more details. Family Friendly and Accessible Worship Facilities Zion offers these "family friendly" amenities for children in our congregation: Family Pews with special floor space for active toddlers Children's bulletins with quiet activities Children's message during each service Parents lounge with closed circuit television broadcasting worship service Changing table in women's lounge and unisex restroom Ask about a buddy or mentor for your child or young adult. We'll pair them with a member their age and/or with the same interests to help get them acquainted with our programs. For our visitors with accessibility needs Zion offers: A walker and wheelchair on site Handicap parking behind the building Handicap accessibility with elevator A social hour with coffee, tea, juice and light refreshments is offered after each service to give all of our members and visitors time to get to know each other better. Back to the top What Programs Does Zion Offer? No matter where you are in life or what your needs are, Zion Ministries has activities and programs for you and your family. We invite you to explore the Adult Programs, Youth Programs, Human Care and Health and Other Ministries on this site. Zion offers groups to involve seniors, kids, educational opportunities, musicians, people interested in community service or in small group Bible studies. Our offerings are always updated continually and enhanced. Check Zion's Sunday bulletin or the Zion Messenger (Zion's monthly newsletter) to discover the current offerings, times and locations, or visit Zion Adult Programs and Zion Youth Programs for a sampling of our programs. For additional information about any of the programs offered or to ask about programs you are seeking, call the Zion Ministries office at 415-221-7500 or email the office at information@zionsf.org. Back to the top Frequently asked questions What do Lutherans believe? Lutherans share with all other Christians the Trinitarian faith (the One True God, who has revealed himself to us in Three Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) as confessed in the Apostles', the Nicene, and the Athanasian Creeds. All of these can be found in the front of our hymnal. We give special emphasis to the doctrine of justification by faith. That is, we understand the Scriptures to teach that a person can in no way make right his or her relationship with God by his or her own efforts or good intentions. He or she is and remains a sinner who daily offends a holy God. However, God still loves us, and in his mercy sent his Son Jesus to die and rise again for us. For Jesus' sake he forgives our sins and restores us to a right relationship. This is his doing--it is a gift, not something earned. Visit What Lutherans Believe for further explanation. In What Ways Does Zion Serve the Community? For over a century Zion has existed in its present location serving God and the City. It has provided a place where people come together to worship God, receive instruction in His Word, receive the Sacraments, and find Christian fellowship and love. For 60 years Zion Day School has been developing literate Christian citizens. Day in and day out Christians leave these walls to go out into the mission field, their homes and neighborhoods and places of work, to witness to God's truth and love. May I Come to Communion? The Sacrament of Holy Communion is a communion or participation in holy things that God himself instituted for Christians to eat and to drink. He has promised that what we receive isn't just bread and wine, but the very Body and Blood of His Son, Jesus, given for the remission of sins. It is important, as Scripture says, to examine ourselves before eating and drinking, and to receive the Sacrament believing that we receive what it offers. For this reason, the Sacrament of Holy Communion is limited to those who are baptized and instructed in the Christian faith. It is important that those who participate share with us the conviction of the Real Presence of our Lord, and the real reception of his body and blood for the assurance of forgiveness. If you are at all uncertain, we invite you to talk to Deacon Tom prior to coming to Holy Communion at Zion for the first time. Back to the top Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:30:22 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51&article_id=216 Zion Ministries publishes a monthly newsletter, the Zion Messenger, which provides information about what is happening within the many areas of Zion Ministries. Subscribe to the Zion Messenger To begin receiving the Zion Messenger free of charge, send an email to subscribe@zionsf.org and provide us with your current address and mailing information. Download Issues of the Zion Messenger To view the current or past issues of the Zion Messenger, click on the issues below to download a PDF, electronic version. You will need Adobe Acrobat to view the newsletters. If you do not have Acrobat, click on the link to . Review Past Issues in the Select Issue October 2007November 2007December 2007January 2008February 2008March 2008April 2008May 2008June 2008Summer 2008September 2008 Summer 2008 September 2008 Sat, 23 Aug 2008 12:59:35 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=43 Vice Principal Fifth Grade "I enjoy watching the students grow in all aspects as Christ did in Luke 2:52 (academically, socially, physically and most importantly spiritually). To see them overcome challenges and grow into mature and responsible Christian individuals is very rewarding not only for myself as a teacher, but for the members and families of the Zion community because I believe that it truly does take a 'village' to raise a child..." Ms. Louie is not only the fifth grade teacher at Zion Lutheran School, but is also a Zion alumna. Ms. Louie holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a California Multiple-Subject (CLAD) Teaching Credential. She joined Zion's faculty after completing graduate school at the University of the Pacific, where she received her Master's Degree in Education (Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in School Administration), while teaching in the Lodi Unified School District for a brief time. Ms. Louie has been with Zion for five years and continues to enjoy working with school families and supporting Zion's various athletic teams because of her love for sports! Contact Ms. Louie at jlouie@zionsf.org Fri, 22 Aug 2008 09:43:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=283 Junior High 8th Grade Homeroom “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 Mr. Sato has been teaching at Lutheran schools in Hawaii, California, Nevada, and Maryland . He has served as both principal and middle school teacher. He also served as athletic director, volleyball, basketball and baseball coach. Mr. Sato was called to teach 8th grade home room and middle school Literature, English and 8th grade History for the 2008 – 2009 school year. Mr. Sato has taken his classes on numerous week-long educational field trips throughout the United States as a part of his History curriculum. His classes also compete in the National History Day, National Geographic Geography Bee, and the Scripps Spelling Bee; with a few of his students making it to the National level of competitions. " I strongly believe in having the students experiencing 'first-hand' by visiting the actual sites that they learned about in their books and at school. This way, they experience something that will last a lifetime!" Mr. Sato is from Hawaii, so naturally, he enjoys surfing, fishing, body boarding, swimming, and working out. Please feel free to contact Mr. Sato at ssato@zionsf.org Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:34:52 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=284 Director of Music Choir "I enjoy working with all the different members of Zion Lutheran Church and School, and am amazed at the different talents, abilities, and interests we have in our Zion community." Mr. Jacobsen is the Music Director for both the Church and School. As such, he is responsible for the important part music plays in the church's worship and life. He is the principal organist and directs the adult choir, as well as other special music groups. Mr. Jacobsen coordinates and teaches classroom music instruction and the school choral programs. He is an active member of the church, serving on various committees and teaching Sunday morning Bible classes. John has been with Zion since 1987. Contact Mr. Jacobsen at jcjacobsen@zionsf.org Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:11:07 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=282 Junior High 7th Grade Homeroom “I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heaven ward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14 Ms. Vernoy joins Zion Ministry as a first year teacher. After growing up in Southern California, Ms. Vernoy was called to teach 7th grade home room and middle school Science and Math for the 2008 – 2009 school year. She graduated from Concordia University in Irvine with a BA in Liberal Studies with a concentration in General Science. She has received her California Multiple Subject teaching credential (CLAD) from Concordia University as well. She is working on finishing a Masters of Education. In her home town, she volunteered and helped run the Junior High Youth program for six years at Christ Lutheran in Brea. Ms. Vernoy is looking forward to being a Science teacher and sharing her passion of science in the classroom to make learning come alive. When she is not being a science nerd, you can find Ms. Vernoy trail riding in her Jeep Wrangler or spending time at the beach. Please feel free to contact Ms. Vernoy at evernoy@zionsf.org Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:10:20 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=306 Fourth Grade Spring Musical Director "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:28-30 Ms. Kramer is excited to be teaching her third year at Zion Lutheran School. She graduated in May 2006 from Concordia University in River Forest, Illinois. There she earned two degrees: Lutheran Elementary Education and Theatre/Communications. Ms. Kramer enjoys acting, directing, and doing technical work for theatrical productions. She had an amazing experience directing Zion’s talented students in Oliver Twist and Oklahoma! and cannot wait for this year’s musical! Ms. Kramer gives the Lord thanks and praise for the blessing of Zion Lutheran. Contact Ms. Kramer at skramer@zionsf.org Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:08:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=297 Principal "I love working with children and their families in a Christ-centered learning environment. Children receive an outstanding education that allows them to grow academically, socially, and spiritually." Mrs. Laughlin is the principal of Zion Lutheran School and is responsible for its day-to-day operations. She is a Wisconsin native who moved to the Bay Area in 2004 with her husband and daughter. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and is working on a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. She is synodically trained by the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod as a Minister of Religion, and she is a recent graduate of the Synod's School Leadership Training Program. Please feel free to contact Mrs. Laughlin with any questions that you may have. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:08:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=285 Junior High Spanish Performing Arts "I love working with the talented young men and women of Zion. Sharing the joys of the Hispanic language, song and dance with them is a thrilling way to spend my mornings." Mr. Sway works with grades 7-8 and has been a member of the Zion faculty since 1998. Prior to joining Zion, he studied Spanish at the University of Barcelona. Mr. Sway holds a degree in English English Literature from Miami of Ohio. Contact Tom at (415) 221- 7500. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:08:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=286 8th Grade Algebra "I feel very lucky to have found the perfect job for a retired teacher who still loves to teach. Great kids and a great schedule." Mr. Giambruno is a veteran of 43+ years working with Junior High. He received his credential at San Francisco State in Music and Math. He spent 22 years as the band teacher at Roosevelt Middle School and has taught many Zion parents. You can reach Mr. Giambruno at (415) 221-7500. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:08:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=17 Junior High 6th Grade Homeroom "But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him." 2nd Corinthians 2:14 "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." William Butler Yeats After three years of teaching third grade at Trinity Lutheran in Billings, Montana, Mr. Krueger was called to teach 6th grade home room and upper grade social studies for the 2008-2009 school year. Prior to teaching, Mr. Krueger earned his BA in education with an emphasis in broad field social studies at Concordia University Wisconsin. He hails from Wisconsin, growing up in Milwaukee before spending his four years of college just north of his hometown. Mr. Krueger enjoys teaching because, "Not only do I show great zeal for how important it is for children to understand and put into practice what they learn in academia, I also show my passion for teaching Christ-crucified." Not only does he enjoy learning and teaching, he enjoys reading for pleasure, sports, the outdoors, and most importantly, being around his fiancee. He looks forward to the wedding this coming November. Please feel free to get a hold of Mr. Krueger at kkrueger@zionsf.org Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:08:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=25 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=25&article_id=55 If you are interested in learning more about what Zion has to offer with regards to membership, please contact Deacon Tom at (415) 221-7500 for more information. Thu, 7 Aug 2008 09:03:12 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=36 Children of all ages love it here! We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can build friendships and learn about Jesus. Lambs' Loft: Zion's Sunday Morning Children's Ministry for ages 3 to 5. For more information visit the Lambs' Loft page.Kid's Worship: Zion's Sunday Morning Children's Ministry for Grades 1 to 5. For more information visit the Kid's Worship page. Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:53:06 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46&article_id=111 August 2008 Dear Zion Parent Teacher League Members: Welcome to the 2008-09 school year! As Zion Lutheran Day School embarks upon another year of Christian education and academic excellence, let us continue to give thanks and praise to our gracious Lord for His love for this unique K-8 school ministry since the 1940s. Through the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, Zion Lutheran Day School remains one of the top academic schools in all of San Francisco. In order for Zion students to continue to grow in wisdom and stature, we parents and teachers must also continue to be enthusiastic and faithful partners. Two years ago, representatives of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges visited Zion and declared that our PTL is a model for positive parental involvement and teacher dedication. I know that this will continue in 2008-09. I also know that you will do the following over the next ten months — and more: Sell magazines Provide classroom snacks Attend classroom field trips Actively support Principal Donna Laughlin Volunteer for our third annual community carnival The volunteer opportunities are endless. I look forward to serving with you. In the service of Jesus Christ, Rufus J. Davis, Jr. Sixth Grade Parent PTL President Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:48:59 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=57 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=57&article_id=248 Zion Ministries: More than 100 Years of Service and Commitment 1902-1945: Pastor Liebe Builds a Community Turn of the century San Francisco was wild and wooly. It was also an eclectic mix of hardworking immigrants representing diverse religious convictions. Such was this unlikely environment for St. Paulus to begin a branch Sunday School in the Richmond District, which was "rural" sand dunes. By April of 1902 the first Lutheran Church service was held in Richmond Hall at 4th and Clement Street, led by Reverend M.L. Liebe. On May 3rd, 1903, the German Zion Evangelical Lutheran congregation was organized. Zion's original 1905 sanctuary building at 9th & Anza. It was sold to the Park Presidio Baptist Church in 1950 and moved in two sections. It was then reassembled at its present location, 10th & Cabrillo, where it sits today. Those pilgrims of Zion, not unlike Zion's leaders today, were motivated and things began to happen very quickly. By winter of 1904, Rev. Liebe was installed as the first Pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, and in August of 1905 the official articles of incorporation were filed with the Secretary of State. Later that fall, the congregation bought the corner lot at 9th Avenue & Anza to build their church. As you would expect of a Lutheran church at the turn-of-the-century, Pastor Liebe's congregation was German...and more German. That first lot for the first church cost a then-hefty $500. Pastor Liebe's grandson, Paul Janke reports that Pastor never owned a car and served the community on public transportation. In 1917, a school opened but would be short-lived when its sole teacher was drafted in 1918. During Pastor Liebe's forty-plus years at Zion, the church became self-supporting and faithfully acquired additional land around the church. He would see the shift from German-language services to the addition of an English service on Saturday evenings, to the eventual change to English in the '30s. Pastor Liebe and his wife untiringly served Zion and San Francisco until December of 1945, when Rev. F.A. Jacobsen was installed. Pastor M. H. Liebe & Pastor Frank Jacobsen (PJ) at the ground breaking of the current church building, 1950. Next: 1945-1985: The Jacobsen Dynasty Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:45:57 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=58 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=58&article_id=249 Zion Ministries: More than 100 Years of Service and Commitment 1945-1985: Expansion in the Jacobsen Dynasty Zion Lutheran School class, 1946. Standing are Pastor Jacobsen & Miss Rahdert, teacher. The school's 19 students were housed in the parish hall of Zion's original building. And so the torch was passed from one visionary Church leader to the next. The congregation moved to purchase the church's first parsonage with a loan from the San Francisco Bank, and later funded it through interest-free notes. On September 3, 1947, Zion Lutheran School opened with 19 students under the capable leadership of Miss Verna Rahdert, Principal and Teacher. During the early months, classes were held in the church's social hall, but moved in January to a classroom fashioned from converted Army barracks. Interior of Zion's original church building, 1908-1950. The sanctuary held 150 people, compared to today's sanctuary which holds 350. Pastor Jacobsen found his church in a dilemma. With a communicant membership of 350 and seating capacity of 150, something bold needed to be done. It was time to build a new church. The people of Zion wanted a new church and illustrated this dramatically with sacrificial gifts: one family gave up their vacation fund; another their funds for a new automobile; and yet another borrowed from their life insurance. The estimated cost of the new church was $150,000, with $60,000-$75,000 required to begin. Zion's church building today, completed in 1956. The sanctuary can hold 350 people, with overflow space in the parish hall. And so in 1950, the little church at 9th and Anza was sold to the Park Presidio Baptist Church and was moved three blocks down the street to 10th Avenue and Cabrillo Street. The dedication of Zion Lutheran Church was held March 11, 1951, led by Pastor Jacobsen, and attended by Pastor Emeritus Liebe. Mr. Eric von Fange, School Principal (and organist for the event) and Miss Helen Hilst, teacher at Zion Lutheran School, had joined the ministry in the fall of 1950, and participated in this celebration. The Parish Hall came first in 1951 and was followed by the Sanctuary in 1956. The school would increase its role in the parish's mission field. More than sixty-five families were represented by the 87 students in the school, and only half were Zion members. In a single year 65 adults and children were confirmed at Zion and an additional 52 were received through profession of faith or transfer. In 1955, Helen Hilst would become Zion's principal, a role she would play until 1993, through many changes in the ministry. One of the first major changes would be the parish's education facility. The Education Building Dedication would be held on October 17, 1965, just on the brink of the turbulent 70's and all the changes that would mean for the country, San Francisco, and Zion's neighborhood. Busing, which began locally in the early '70's created "white flight" as families began to flee the city for safe suburban havens and "good" public schools. Many stalwart city-dwellers began to look for private schools to ensure their children's education in a safe environment. Zion Lutheran School had established itself as a safe, loving Christian atmosphere with high academic standards. At the same time, the Richmond neighborhood was quickly becoming home to second-generation Chinese families, many were attracted to the education that Zion offered. This led Zion to a new mission field. Guided by families who wished to add Chinese language and culture to their students' academic life, Zion opened its first Chinese school in the mid-70's. Pastor Jacobsen led this outreach charge and soon a Chinese pastor was conducting Chinese school during the week after school, and worship in Chinese on Sunday. Sharing facilities and developing a multi-cultural ministry has not been without its problems, but with love and prayer the Zion community grew through these issues. The seventies also saw Zion's junior high students move to a renovated house on 10th Avenue, which stands today as our Junior High facility. By the early eighties, the school had 220 students in kindergarten through eighth grade, plus a very active youth group. Needing more room for youth ministry and physical education, Zion launched construction of a new gymnasium in June of 1982. Lloyd Goez, a Zion member since Pastor Liebe's tenure, left his entire estate to Zion School. This $170,000, plus funds raised by school events, financed the expansion. Below: Three pictures from Zion's Living Nativity in Golden Gate Park, complete with live sheep, 1974. Next: 1985-Today: The Zimmerman Years Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:35:18 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=59 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=59&article_id=250 Zion Ministries: More than 100 Years of Service and Commitment 1986-2007: The Zimmerman Years The eighties and nineties were filled with shifts in leadership throughout Zion. Pastor Jacobsen retired in 1984. Rev. Ted Zimmerman was called in 1986 to become the congregation's third pastor. Helen Hilst retired as principal in 1993 and Carolyn Grundt was called as Zion's new principal. After Ms. Grundt's resignation in 2007, Donna Laughlin became Zion's current principal. Since your web browser does not support JavaScript, here is a non-JavaScript version of the image slideshow: This period also included an influx of new teachers; Elaine Zimmerman and John and JoAn Jacobsen joined Master Teacher Charles Klein and an established teaching staff. Pat Freeman also joined Zion's staff in 1986. Rev. Richard Rice was called as Associate Pastor for School and Family Life in 1998, to complete the new leadership team at Zion. To better serve the needs of Zion’s members, an elevator project was begun in 1998 and completed in 1999, making the facilities far more accessible.Additional staff and program growth has led to the expansion into the Annex building on 9th Avenue, north of the school. Zion Day School’s six-year accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges closed the nineties.But Zion’s spirit of building to accommodate the needs of a growing ministry has not diminished. Guided by ministry leaders and fueled by the Lay Leadership, Zion embarked on another large building initiative in 2003 to expand the ministry facilities and provide much needed classroom space for our Junior High students. Snags in the process, both from within and without, have caused the building expansion to slow--but not stop! Zion keeps plugging on, confident in the knowledge that God will bring us through it when the time is right. In 2007 Pastor Ted and Elaine Zimmerman both retired from their ministries here, at Zion. At present, the congregation is being run by a group of very determined and dedicated lay members. It is always an exciting time at Zion and right now is no different. So many plans in the works, so many dreams to realize, but mostly, so many lives left to change! —Original text by Lori Bitter with updates Next: Zion as a Part of History Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:17:47 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=60 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=60&article_id=251 Zion Ministries: More than 100 Years of Service and Commitment 1900's 1903 A church is organized 1910's 1913 Zion starts a German school 1918 Our German school closes due to the draft 1930's 1930 Sunday services shift from German to English 1940's 1940 Zion voters suspend German Worship Services through the end of the war 1945 Pastor Jacobsen and Fran called to Zion 1947 Zion Lutheran School opened with 19 students 1950's 1950 Original church building is sold and Zion moves to 10th & Cabrillo 1950 Helen Hilst (Principal Emeritus) comes to Zion as a teacher 1955 Ms. Hilst became Zion's Principal 1956 Zion's current church sanctuary is built on 9th & Anza 1960's 1965 Zion dedicates education building 1967 Zion Ministry in Haight-Ashbury includes a Sunday School for "Flower Children" 1970's 1975 Zion's first Chinese school is opened in the mid-70's 1980's 1982 Construction begins on a new school gym 1984 Pastor Jacobsen retires 1986 Pastor Zimmerman is called as Zion's Senior Pastor 1990's 1993 Helen Hilst retires as Principal 1993 Carolyn Grundt is called to Zion as Prinicipal 2000's 2002 Zion votes to expand ministry facilities 2003 Zion Church celebrates 100 years in the Richmond District of San Francisco 2007 Carolyn Grundt resigns as Principal 2007 Pastor Ted Zimmerman retires; Pastor Jack Geach takes over as Interim Pastor 2007 Donna Laughlin is called to Zion as Principal 2007 Zion Lutheran School celebrates 60 years of service Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:29:25 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=210 If your answer is YES, we want YOU! SUNDAY BAKERS Do you like to bake? There's a sign-up sheet in the Parish Hall if you would like to provide treats for the Coffee Hours on a Sunday following the 8:00 and 11:00 o'clock worship service. Questions? Or if you would like to volunteer, contact Tina Haner at (415) 751-1629. ARTICLES FOR ZION MESSENGER If you have an interesting article or great news to share, please have your information ready for the hot press. Any information or articles can be emailed to our Zion Messenger's editor, Daryl Hackbart, at Daryl@HackbartFL.com or just hand it to the school office. Mrs. Pat Freeman will make sure it gets into the right mailbox on time to our Zion Messenger's drawer by second Monday of each month. CHILDREN'S MESSAGE Would you like to give a Children's Message on Sunday morning? If you're interested, just give Sharon Low a call at (415) 221-9113. We can send you the scriptures for that Sunday so you can co-ordinate your message with the gospel lesson for the day. SUNDAY ALTAR FLOWERS If you would like to dedicate Sunday altar flowers for a special occasion, please sign up on the chart in the Narthex and put the completed yellow form in Sharon Low's drawer in the office. The cost is $30. Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:26:26 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=305 Zion Lutheran School Admissions Director "As a Lutheran K-8 graduate, I am fully aware of the benefits of a Lutheran school education and I am here to answer any and all questions you may have. I'm confident you will love Zion as much as I do." Miss Jillian is a recent graduate of Sonoma State University with a degree in Communications and two minors in Art Studio and English. She joined the staff of Zion Lutheran School in January 2008 and is responsible in assisting families during the application process and for the awareness between church, school, and community. Please feel free to contact Miss Jillian with any questions that you may have. Wed, 6 Aug 2008 17:18:01 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=304 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th 2008 Kick off the new school year with us!! All are welcome!! 9:30am - Bible Classes for all ages 11:00am - Family Worship & Installation of Faculty & Staff BBQ to follow!! Join Zion Lutheran Church and School in celebration of a new school year.This is a great time to get to know more about the church, the school, your neighbors, or just to meet some really great people and have a fun time... before summer is all over!! RSVP to the School Office at 415.221.7500 or jsangalli@zionsf.org Wed, 6 Aug 2008 13:30:42 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=10 A Christ-centered academically focused learning environment incorporating grades Kindergarten through Grade Eight. "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path" -Psalm 119:105 2008-2009 School Year Verse 495 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118 ~ Tel: 415.221.7500 ~ Fax: 415.221.7141 Zion Lutheran SchoolFully AccreditedLimited Class SizeCore Knowledge CurriculumExcellent Music ProgramsForeign Language EducationComputer Instruction for all ages5-8 Outdoor Education Trips Physical EducationCompetitive Athletics ProgramBefore and After School ProgramsOutstanding High School Placement Registration forms for all grade levels are now being accepted Kindergarten Enrollment Parents interested in Kindergarten at Zion Lutheran School for the 2008-2009 school year should contact the school office (415.221.7500) as soon as possible. Children entering Kindergarten must be age five on or before December 2 of the entering year. Now Accepting Applications for Grades 1-8 Zion Lutheran School is accepting enrollment of students entering grades 1-8 for the 2008-2009 school year. Please contact the school office for more information (415.221.7500). School tours are still being offered for grades K-8. Sign up for our Email Newsletter Wed, 6 Aug 2008 13:25:49 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=301 Second Floor First Floor Sat, 2 Aug 2008 18:40:41 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32&article_id=253 ACOLYTES 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24August 31 Rikki UlmerDarryl & Jared WongSara ChanJames O'Brien Darryl & Jared Wong Pearl Chin & Dana Ng Pearl Chin & Dante Chin Caluen Clarissa & Kimberly WongClarissa & Kimberly Wong Dante Chin Caluen & READERS 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 Mabel Abellera Daryl Hackbart Susan Abellera Jerry Wong Tina Haner Marcia HurleyJohn Lau Donna Laughlin Crystle WongJoAn Jacobsen USHERS 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 Team DU Team DT Team DU Team DTTeam DU Team JW Team DD Team JWTeam DDTeam JW WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 Dick UlmerTBD Dan Abellera Dick Ulmer Tom Hurley Dan Abellera TBD Tom Hurley Rob Harlow Rob Harlow CHOIRS 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 None None NoneNone None None NoneNone None None CHILDREN'S MESSAGE 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 TBD Daryl Hackbart Jalynn Sproule TBD TBD TBD Daryl Hackbart Jalynn Sproule TBD TBD COFFEE HOUR HOSTS 8:00 am 11:00 am August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 Tina Haner Tina Haner Tina Haner Tina HanerTina Haner Ruth & Don Lanier Mary Ellen & David Detwiler Pauline & Priscilla Chin Rose & Victoria Wong Marga Kaemmeler & Marie Hong COFFEE HOUR BAKERS August 03 August 10 August 17 August 24 August 31 TBD TBD TBD Health & Human Care: Lois Peacock TBD ALTAR CANDLES Shirley Jaeger Gudrun Lucas Sat, 2 Aug 2008 16:18:02 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50&article_id=257 Zion's Annual Spring Musical Zion Lutheran School's K-6 grades present: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! Preview Performance: Thursday, April 10th, 2008 - Afternoon showing (Time TBD) Performance: Friday, April 11th, 2008 at 7:00p.m. in Zion's gymnasium John Jacobsen, Music Director Sarah Kramer, Artistic/Technical Director Admission is free. All are welcome! Come and join us for this fun and exciting classic! If you would like to help out with any technical elements (costumes, props, set, scenic, lighting, sound, makeup), please contact Ms. Kramer at 415.221.7500 or at skramer@zionsf.org. Thanks so much!! Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:13:39 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=12 What is the history of Zion Lutheran School? Established in 1947 by Zion Lutheran Church, Zion Lutheran School provides a Christ-centered, academically oriented education for children from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade in the heart of San Francisco's Richmond District. Is Zion Lutheran School accredited? Zion is fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the National Lutheran Schools Association (NLSA). How large are classes? The maximum size is 25 students in each class. Zion's Board of Education adheres strongly to this philosophy, so that all students receive the attention they deserve. Is Financial Assistance Offered? Yes, financial assistance is available for those who qualify and begins at the Kindergarten level. Zion works with the Guardsman fund and BASIC fund to determine aid. The Board of Education annually determines the cost of educating a child at Zion and on this basis establishes tuition for member and non-member students. Arrangements for tuition payments for the coming year are made in June or July, at the time of Registration. What about after school programs? Zion offers many programs that work together with classroom instruction to complete the education of the entire child such as:Extended Care Programs before and after schoolAfter school tutoringInterscholastic athletic programs including track, volleyball and basketball Music education and performance including three school-based choirs, a recorder choir and beginning and advanced handbell choirsZion's Annual Spring MusicalCommunity service and outreach projectsYouth programs What are Zion's Expected School Wide Learning Results (ESLRs)? Upon graduation, each student will be: AN ACTIVE CHRISTIAN who develops and maintains beliefs in the Triune Goddevelops behaviors rooted in the Bible: love, kindness, patience, forgiveness, self-discipline, responsibility, friendship, compassion, courage, perseverance, honesty, and loyaltybecomes an active member of a church communitydisplays a strong sense of Christian community and commitment to serving others AN ACADEMICALLY PROFICIENT LEARNER whohas mastered essential skills and knowledge in reading, writing, speaking, spelling, listening, math, science and social sciencehas developed an appreciation for the humanities: art, music, literature, drama and danceis technologically literateresearches, organizes and uses informationdemonstrates the ability to reason, think critically and solve problemsstrives to be creative and productivescores at or above national grade level norms on annual standardized achievement tests A GLOBALLY CONSCIOUS INDIVIDUAL who recognizes and affirms the dignity and worth of every individualunderstands and appreciates ethnic and cultural diversitylearns from and co-exists with the diverse peoples and cultures of our constantly changing worldpractices environmental stewardshiphas studied the past and is committed to working against injustice in our world today A HEALTHY (SOCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY and PHYSICALLY) INDIVIDUAL whouses inter/intra personal communication skills to be inclusive, friendly and politedisplays good sportsmanshiprecognizes the benefits of fitness and wellnessworks to build a positive self image What about Zion Lutheran School's high school placement? Zion boasts a Core Knowledge curriculum that has resulted in overall school achievement test scores above the 80th percentile. Graduating eighth grade students are accepted at many high school in the Bay Area, including the most competitive private and public schools. Zion Lutheran School actively supports students in the application process. What is the curriculum at Zion Lutheran School? Zion maintains a strong emphasis on exceptional academics in all foundational curriculum, which includes: Reading, Spelling, Math, Computer Education, Art, Music, Physical Education, & Religion. This foundation is supplemented with many other classroom programs such as: An intensive two-year foreign language study in junior highComputer education at all grade levels Daily religious instruction and participation at weekly chapel servicesHigh school level algebra offered to eligible eighth grade studentsEducational field tripsOutdoor Education for grades 5-8; natural science programs, emphasizing cooperative learning skills, incorporating trips to Yosemite and Olympic National Parks What is the connection to Zion Ministries and Zion Lutheran Church? Zion Lutheran School is part of Zion Ministries, a Christ-centered Lutheran Community and a member of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. What does Zion's uniform consist of? Dennis Uniform Company is the provider for our Blackwatch Plaid uniforms, navy blue pants/shorts, green and white polo shirts, and green sweaters. Hooded and crew neck sweatshirts are available through Dennis as well; children are able to wear their Zion sweatshirts during school. Zion offers a used-uniform program to offset some of the costs. How do I register my child? Kindergarten enrollment: Individual tours for the coming school year begin October 1 and run through January 31. Please call the school office at 415-221-7500 to set up your individual visit. Grades 1-8 enrollment: Individual tours are available for those families requesting a transfer. Report cards, achievement test scores from the current school and a one-day visit by the student are also required. Please call the school office at 415-221-7500 to set up your individual visit. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:54:28 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=27 Minister of Music "I enjoy working with all the different members of Zion Lutheran Church and the day school, and am amazed at the different talents, abilities and interest we have in our Zion community." Mr. Jacobsen is the Music Director for both Church and School. As such he is responsible for the important part music plays in the church's worship and life. He is the principal organist, and directs the adult choir, as well as other special music groups. He coordinates and teaches classroom instruction in music and the school choral programs. Mr. Jacobsen is an active member of the church; he serves on various committees and teaches Bible classes on Sunday mornings. He has been with Zion since 1987. Contact John at jcjacobsen@zionsf.org Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:54:14 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=26 Zion Lutheran School Principal "I love working with children and their families in a Christ-centered learning environment. Children receive an outstanding education that allows them to grow academically, socially, and spiritually." Mrs. Laughlin is the principal of Zion Lutheran School and is responsible for its day-to-day operations. She is a Wisconsin native who moved to the Bay Area in 2004 with her husband and daughter. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and is working on a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. She is synodically trained by the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod as a Minister of Religion, and she is a recent graduate of the Synod's School Leadership Training Program. Please feel free to contact Mrs. Laughlin with any questions that you may have. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:53:37 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=49 Administrative Assistant, Zion Lutheran School Morning Care Director Wedding Coordinator, Zion Lutheran Church "It is both a joy and a privilege to watch the children grow year after year, to witness them strive for their personal goals and to witness their faith in Jesus Christ flourish. What a blessing to be a part of Zion Lutheran Church and School. My prayer is for the children to know that God has a plan for each of them. The Bible tell us, "...I have called you by name, and you are mine." Corinthians 43:1" Patricia Freeman joined Zion's ministry team in 1986. Mrs. Freeman's office is just inside Zion's front doors and she is often the first introduction to the Zion Day School for many students and parents alike. She is also the proud grandmother to Tyler, a Zion student. Contact Mrs. Freeman at 415-221-7500 or email pfreeman@zionsf.org Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:52:36 MST http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://zionsf.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=48 Church Administrative Assistant & Accountant As Church Administrative Assistant, Sharon Low is the person who knows what's going on when nobody else seems to know. She is responsible for helping the ministerial team keep church affairs running like clockwork, and that she does. She can be contacted by email to :slow@zionsf.org. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:51:55 MST