Senior Moments	If you have ever had a senior moment, you are invited to come to this monthly gathering on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. The next potluck is August 19th with speaker John Becker. July 15th, Zion's missionary and son of the congregation Rev. John Lunn was with us. He's been in Liberia for the past two years and had some interesting stories to share. June 17th we played some Bingo for lovely prizes. May 20th, Ardy took us to Jordan and got us back with no trouble. We shared a lovely meal and many desserts! April 15th was Tax Day and also was the day Ardy took us to the Holy Land via slides and a fascinating narrative. In March, we played some Bingo and had a good time. In February, Pastor Tim Bauer from Trinity told us about a painting by John August Swanson called "The River" depicting the Baptism of Jesus and showed photos of many other paintings depicting the same subject.  January Senior Moments was on January 15th at noon. Tour guide Martha Norrgard took us on a quick trip to Sweden on September 11, 2001.
Welcome!	April Carlson and Charlie Moe, Zion's organists! This month we are fortunate to welcome our two new organist, April and Charlie. April is a Milaca graduate who went on to Bethel College and then The University of St. Thomas law schools is currently clerking for Judge Anderson here a the Mille Lacs Country Courthouse. Charlie is a resident and graduate of Princeton High School and a recent graduate of Luther College in Decorah, IA. please be sure to greet both Charlie and April and help them feel at home here at Zion.
Softball Season	Adult Softball began in May! Anyone grade 9 through age 99 is invited to join the team . The team needs fans so check the calendar and come to the games!
Lutheran Night at the Dome	Lutheran Night with the Twins is Aug. 19th, Twins vs. Oakland Athletics, at 7:10 PM. The Rum River Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is offering a lower level ticket (regularly $30) and coach bus ride for $21.  Call Mary Jo Gruba at 320-983-3527 or email mjgruba@frontiernet.net by July 14 to reserve a ticket. Bus pick up times will be 5 PM at Zion Lutheran in Milaca and 5:15 PM at Trinity Lutheran in Princeton. For every ticket sold $1 will go to Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity to help better lives for Minnesota families.
Santa Lucia Luncheon	Zion’s Santa Lucia Luncheon was held on Friday, December 14th - there was a traditional Swedish meal and the Swedish Singers performed. There were some new singers this year and the group sounded wonderful. See photos of the preparation, the crowd, the food, the Swedish Singers , and Santa Lucia herself!
Meatball Supper and WELCA Bazaar	The Men's Meatball Supper and WELCA Bazaar was held September 26th - see photos
Lutheran Links Golf Scramble	2007's Annual Lutheran Link's Golf Scramble for Hunger was Sunday September 9th. Click for photos!
Worship Schedule	The Summer Schedule began Memorial Day weekend. There will be one service on Sunday mornings at 9:30 followed by fellowship time. Sign up to serve coffee and a treat. There will also be an evening service at 6 p.m. on Thursdays.
Zooming From Zion!!	Zoomin' from Zion!! Sat. August 9th Attention all motorcyclists, come join the ride on the 9th of August. We will head up to the Brainerd Lakes Area and cruise around Gull Lake. Meet at Zion at 9:00 AM. Feel free to invite friends. Got questions-contact Pastor Blenkush
Home Visits by Pastor Blenkush	Has Pastor Blenkush been invited to your home for a visit? If not, please feel free to give him a call, talk to him in person or fill out the blue communion card. He would love to stop in for a visit!
Coffee and Fellowship on Sunday Mornings	Stay after worship on Sunday morning and share coffee and fellowship with old and new friends at Zion. Have a treat and a cup of coffee and a little conversation. And please sign up to serve one Sunday morning soon.
Weekly Bible Studies	Learn and enjoy fellowship at the same time with Daily Discipleship Bible Study on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.  More information
WELCA and Circles	Come to WELCA's bi-monthly meetings and be part of a Circle. You can enjoy serving and learning and fellowship all at one time! See the calendar for meeting times. More info about WELCA.
Cursillo Gatherings	The Cursillo group meets monthly on the first  Saturday of the month at 8 a.m. The gathering rotates between Zion and Trinity. Any adult interested in this Christian renewal movement is invited to join us. Check the calendar for date and place.