Andrea Abat
President
Tell us your Zion story:
My wife and I found Zion in 2017 while seeking a R.I.C. congregation. Since moving from the Heights, Zion remains our perfect worship home. We recognize that “church” is not just the campus but the people and their unique ministries, undertaken onsite and beyond.
One goal I have for Zion is:
I hope Zion will expand our ministries to those who may not have felt welcome in the church before and let them know of God’s expansive love for them. You are ALL welcome here!
David Kingery
President Elect
David Proctor
Treasurer
Frances Barbini
Secretary
Tell us your Zion story:
I started attending Zion in 2014. I had visited several area Lutheran churches but immediately felt at home when I walked into the Zion sanctuary and was greeted by a warm welcome and an uplifting music program. The pastor greeted my Catholic husband with an invitation to share in communion, which was important to us. Soon afterward, the church voted to become a RIC (Reconciled in Christ) church. God’s love and acceptance for all were not only preached from the pulpit but were a basis for the church’s theology. I felt at home! I became involved in the Women’s Bible study, the HIM Pantry, a book/dinner study group, game day, and most recently, the Advisory Board. At Zion, you are offered an array of activities and can choose as much or as little as you would like.
One goal I have for Zion is:
Zion has a rich past yet looks towards a vibrant and exciting future. I look forward to seeing the church grow as it expands its current policy of inclusion, diversity, and justice.
Tara Conley
Member-At-Large
Tell us your Zion story:
I was introduced to Zion by a close friend with children attending ZLP (preschool). Once I became familiar with the church I felt assured with bringing my greatest gift from God (Hawkins, my son) to learn and grow here.
One goal I have for Zion is:
“Connection” sums up my overarching goal for the church. From recording and sharing personal accounts of church history and showing faces with names of members to help us all know who is who along with what they do, to fostering intergenerational experiences and bridging preschool families with opportunities of faith, I’m certain these connections will strengthen us all and Zion, too!
Kathy Deck
Member-at-large
Tell us your Zion story:
I have been a member of Zion for about three and a half years. I’ve served as the Advisory Board Secretary through 2022, and have just begun my 3-year term as one of four Members-at-Large. My responsibilities include the Elder/Homebound Connection. Theology of Aging & Worship Ministries. I’ve been working with the tech team, and especially enjoy sewing with the heavenly quilters.
One goal I have for Zion is:
for Zion to become a neighborhood center for activities and resources for those who reside near our campus. We’ve enjoyed several activities such as Oktoberfest, outdoor church services, Easter Egg hunts, etc. I’m looking forward to getting our indoor pickleball project started, with hopes of adding outdoor courts eventually. Our building is currently being used for community group meetings, clinics, and classes. The possibilities are endless and exciting for our members and our neighbors!
Ken Fortner
Member-at-large
Roger Nicome
Member-at-large
Tell us your Zion story:
I have been a member of Zion since 2021. I joined during the pandemic so my first exposure to Zion was during baptism on the front steps then later on Zoom for Bible study. From the beginning, I loved the energy of the congregation: how welcoming everyone was and how open they were to hearing my story and learning from each other.
One goal I have for Zion is:
One goal I have for the church is that we continue to explore topics that can help with spiritual growth; I love that we have a vibrant book club and Adult Education where we can learn so much about the church and how we can better reflect on God’s love for each other and in the community.