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Ash Wednesday Worship Service-7AM
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
07:00 AM - 07:20 AM - Sanctuary
This short service is designed for people going to work. There will prayers, scripture and the imposition of ashes on the forehead.
On Ash Wednesday we reflect on our own mortality and confess our sin before God within a community who does likewise. This service calls the people to come forward and receive a mark made of ashes on the forehead. Ashes have long been a sign of mortality and repentance in the Christian and Jewish communities. We have burned the palm branches from last year’s Palm Sunday service as well as the prayers requests from the past year to make the ashes for this service. It is fitting that we take our place with others throughout the centuries recognizing our common humanity, our sinful nature and our dependence on God’s grace.
Lent is a 40-day period, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. The word Lent means ‘spring,’ the season in which we prepare for Easter. It began as a time of fasting as converts to Christianity prepared for Baptism. Practicing Christians then used this as a time for penance (humbly remembering sins and confessing them). Some hold that because Sunday is not counted in the 40 days, they reflect “Little Easters” so that Lent should be tempered with joyful expectation of the Resurrection.
There is also an Ash Wednesday service at 7PM.
Men's Community Prayer Breakfast
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
07:00 AM - 08:00 AM - Cookhouse Restaurant
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Nov 17, 2010
End: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2020
MEN OF ALL AGES ARE WELCOME to attend a Community Men’s Prayer Breakfast held each Wednesday from 7-8 am at the Cookhouse Restaurant located at 20936 Torrence Chapel Road in Cornelius. It is led on alternate weeks by the ministerial staffs of Mt. Zion UMC and Bethel Presbyterian.
Prayer Shawl Ministry-Wednesdays
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Church Parlor
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Nov 17, 2010
End: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2020
YMCA OWLS (Older Wiser Living Stronger) Exercise Class
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Family Life Center Gym
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Nov 17, 2010
End: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2020
Wednesday Night Dinner - BLOOM
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Family Life Center/Gym
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Wednesday Night Ministries – so you may…BLOOM IN FRIENDSHIP, JOY, DISCIPLESHIP
February 22-April 4
Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30 pm) and Small Group Opportunities (6:30-7:30)
For all ages.
Click here for a page with more information.
Cost for regular meal: adults/$6.50; children 4-12/$3.25; children 3 and under/Free.
Families of 5 or more (with children)/$20 maximum cost.
Also: Free cheese or PB & J sandwiches will be available for children. You are also welcome to pack your child’s meal and bring it with you!
(Separate reservations are needed for meals and classes.)
Make your reservations weekly or for the entire 7 weeks or anything in between! You can make reservations online by clicking 'register' above or by e-mailing alex8601@carolina.rr.com
We will need to receive your reservation by 10 am each Monday morning. Meals will be catered by Andersons Delivery (formerly Andersons Restaurant near Presbyterian Hospital).
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Nursery
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:15 PM - 07:45 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Nursery/Childcare for Infants through 2 years old will be provided from 6:15- 7:45 in Room 101 of the Christian Education Building. Please pre-register your child if possible to help us plan for adequate care by clicking register above, or emailing Sherry Washam (
swasham@mtzionumc.net).
Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Jan 11, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 11, 2012
Get Financially Fit in 2012! - Make a New Year’s Resolution to Change your Family’s Financial Picture
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) is an important step to changing your financial future. It takes the knowledge from God and turns it into real action in our lives through a step-by-step process taught by best-selling author, financial counselor, and radio host Dave Ramsey.
Financial Peace University is a 13-week life-changing program that empowers and teaches you how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God's plan for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, giving like never before, preparing household budgets, insurance, investing, how marketing affects our buying impulses, how different views of money can affect marriages, and much, much more!
Who is Financial Peace University for? It's for everyone! – from the financially secure to the financially distressed. Over one million families have attended FPU, including around 100 families who have taken it at Mt. Zion. Applying God's word radically changes your life. On average, FPU graduates have paid off over $5,300 in debt and saved $2,700 during the program for a total turnaround of $8,000!
The study will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30 pm starting January 11, 2012 at Mt. Zion UMC. The facilitator is Rev. Tim Reimer. There is a fee for the material for this class. This class is open to the community. If you have a friend or family member that might be interested in Financial Peace University, please let them know about this opportunity. Free childcare will be available upon request.
If you have additional questions or would like to sign up please contact Tim for details by
email or 704-892-8566. If you want to check the class out before purchasing the material, the first lesson, “Super Saving” on January 11 is free to attend. Please let Tim know if you plan on attending the first lesson for free. Also visit the FPU website for more information,
www.daveramsey.com/fpu
This is a preview video about 25 minutes long that will give you an overview of the class as well as a sense of Dave Ramsey's humorous teaching style.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Bible Basics
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Bible Basics - Have you ever read the Bible, and when you were finished, you couldn’t remember what it said? Are you more comfortable reading a book about the Bible than digging into God’s Word yourself? The Bible is complex and often confusing, but it was written for us! Join us as we learn to love God’s Word and ponder what He has to say to each of us. We will use a simple journaling method to help us understand and remember what God is telling us and how it applies to our daily lives. You will need a Bible, notebook, pen, and a highlighter (optional). Facilitated by Elizabeth Coker.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Faith Groups for Children (ages 3-K)
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
“FAITHWEAVER” FELLOWSHIP AND FUN GROUP FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 YEARS , 4 YEARS AND KINDERGARTEN will be provided from 6:30-7:30 in Room 103 located in the Christian Education Building. Using the Faith Weaver curriculum, a Bible story, art or craft, and music will be part of the hour. Preregistering your child will help with planning by clicking Register above or emailing Sherry Washam (
swasham@mtzionumc.net).
Please register each Monday by 10:00am. If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Faith Groups for Children (Grades 1-5)
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
“FAITHWEAVER” FELLOWSHIP AND FUN GROUP FOR ELEMENTARY CHILDREN in Grades 1-5 will be provided from 6:30-7:30 in Room 107 located in the Christian Education Building. The Faithweaver curriculum will present Bible stories through drama, art, games, and music. Preregistering your child will help with planning by clicking Register above or emailing Sherry Washam (
swasham@mtzionumc.net).
Please register each Monday by 10:00am. If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Hope & Help for Single Moms
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Hope & Help For Single Moms - This is a bible study to provide single moms biblical solutions for their life while offering support, encouragement and nourishment for the soul. Discover how creating a plan and following simple principles can help you through this season of your life. Everyone knows a single mom and even if she looks like she has it all together, an invitation to join this session will lift her spirit! Pass the word that ALL single moms are welcome. Please register to attend and request childcare. Facilitated by Deana Keller.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Knowing the Bible 101
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Knowing the Bible 101 - It’s not the ‘Cliff Notes’ but it’s the next best thing. A 6 week look at the Bible: what’s in it, how did it come into being, and a look at the different Genre’s within. If you need basic information about the 66 books written over a 1500 year span and it is still the best-selling book around, this group is for you. Co-led by Wayne and Jill Smith.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Learn to Knit For a Purpose
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Learn to Knit for a Purpose - Members of the Prayer Shawl Knitting Groups of Mt. Zion will be present to give instructions to beginners. Men, women, youth and children in 3rd grade or older can learn to knit. Yarn and some knitting needles will be supplied. If you have your own needles, please bring them. Preregistration will be helpful for the instructors planning. If you already know how to knit and would like to help others learn, please let us know which dates you can help.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Love & Respect Marriage Study
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Love & Respect - Have you been looking for a marriage study that is so entertaining and enlightening that your marriage improves almost immediately? Look no further than Dr. Emerson Eggerich’s Love & Respect. It is a small group study that is based on the Biblical truths found in Ephesians 5:33. Love and Respect can benefit any relationship from those newly engaged to those celebrating decades of commitment by focusing on God’s design for your role in marriage. Love and respect are the key ingredients to a great, God centered marriage! Come learn, laugh and celebrate Love and Respect with us! Facilitated by Robert & Shawna Sherrill.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Made to Crave
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Made to Crave - Made to Crave is the missing link between a woman's desire to be healthy and the spiritual empowerment necessary to make that happen. The reality is we were made to crave. Craving isn't a bad thing. But we must realize God created us to crave Him, not food. Participants will need to purchase the book Made to Crave by Lysa TerKeurst
http://madetocrave.org/purchase-resources/. Made to Crave can be purchased in paperback or digital form. There is also an accompanying participant’s guide that participants may choose to purchase. Facilitated by Stephanie Sossamon.
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Ash Wednesday Worship Service-7PM
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
07:00 PM - 07:45 PM - Sanctuary
On Ash Wednesday we reflect on our own mortality and confess our sin before God within a community who does likewise. This service calls people to come forward and receive a mark made of ashes on the forehead. Ashes have long been a sign of mortality and repentance in the Christian and Jewish communities. We have burned the palm branches from last year’s Palm Sunday service as well as the prayers requests from the past year to make the ashes for this service. It is fitting that we take our place with others throughout the centuries recognizing our common humanity, our sinful nature and our dependence on God’s grace.
Lent is a 40-day period, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. The word Lent means ‘spring,’ the season in which we prepare for Easter. It began as a time of fasting as converts to Christianity prepared for Baptism. Practicing Christians then used this as a time for penance (humbly remembering sins and confessing them). Some hold that because Sunday is not counted in the 40 days, they reflect “Little Easters” so that Lent should be tempered with joyful expectation of the Resurrection.
There is also an Ash Wednesday service at 7AM.
Praise Team Rehearsal
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Family Life Center Gym
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Nov 17, 2010
End: Wednesday, Dec 30, 2020
Beth Moore-Study of James: Mercy Triumphs
Thursday, Feb 23, 2012
09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Thursdays
Start: Thursday, Jan 5, 2012
End: Thursday, Mar 1, 2012
Join us for nine weeks beginning January 5 to see how James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple. And, in the process, learn how you can put your own faith into action! To RSVP, or for more information, please contact Theresa Lineweaver JTL296@roadrunner.com or 704-351-0125. Please let us know if you need childcare.
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, Feb 23, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Choir Room Located on the Lower Level of the Sanctuary Building
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Thursdays
Start: Thursday, Aug 4, 2011
End: Thursday, June 28, 2012
AA Meeting
Thursday, Feb 23, 2012
08:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Room 201 Education Building
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Thursdays
Start: Thursday, Jan 6, 2011
End: Thursday, Dec 31, 2020
YMCA OWLS (Older Wiser Living Stronger) Exercise Class
Friday, Feb 24, 2012
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Family Life Center Gym
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Fridays
Start: Friday, Nov 19, 2010
End: Friday, Dec 25, 2020
Babygarten-Winter 2012 Saturday Class
Saturday, Feb 25, 2012
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Room 203 in the Education Building
Repeating Event:Weekly: Saturdays
Start: Saturday, Jan 28, 2012
End: Saturday, Mar 10, 2012
BABYGARTEN - For Infants from birth through 18-months.
Babygarten was designed by two librarians who were concerned that young children might not be receiving the exposure to language needed to become competent readers. Babygarten is much more than a play group! Infants and their caregivers will share nursery rhymes, songs, and books. Also participants will get a chance to make fun projects that demonstrate the babies’ developmental milestones-usually a homemade toy or a baby book item. Many projects will emphasize the importance of reading to babies AND parents will learn how to do this most effectively. Each class will conclude with a free play period and opportunity for care givers to share with each other. This course will run six weeks each season. The class will meet in Room 203 of the Education Building. You may enter at the ramp to the second floor. There is no fee for this class.
You may register online by clicking "Register" above, by emailing Marcy at mmittelstadt@mtzionumc.net, or calling the church office at 704-892-8566. The instructor for this course will be Marcy Mittelstadt.
No class on 2/25.
Classes also available on Monday mornings, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/5.
Please visit the calendar for information about Monday classes.
Visit the Babygarten Website for more information.
8:30am Worship Service
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM - Sanctuary
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Apr 3, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 27, 2020
Our 8:30 AM service is a 'traditional service' and offers the sacrament of communion each Sunday to all who wish to receive it, regardless of their denominational heritage and church membership status.
9:45am Worship Service
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
09:45 AM - 10:45 AM - Family Life Center/Gym
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Apr 3, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 27, 2020
Our 9:45 AM service, which meets in the Stough Family Life Center, features contemporary Christian music, informal dress styles and upbeat tempo all while using the timeless riches of our tradition, such as the Lord's Prayer, communion and occasional creeds.
11:00am Worship Service
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Sanctuary
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Apr 3, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 27, 2020
Our 11:00 AM service is a 'traditional service' and features our chancel choir and often children or hand bell ensembles. It is traditional in nature, but always stirring in offering the full grandeur and "holy experience" of a service agelessly grounded. Every first Sunday of the month, Communion is celebrated.
Youth Dance
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
03:30 PM - 04:25 PM - Sanctuary
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Jan 15, 2012
End: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Genesis Youth Liturgical Dance - Grades 6 through 12
The dance ensemble's purpose is to promote creative expression through the art of liturgical and expressive dance, and to provide an alternate language for worship. Our goal is to include dancers of all ages in an intergenerational experience.
Rehearsals: Sundays - 3:30 - 4:25 pm (September through May) in the Sanctuary.
Youth Hand Bells
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
04:30 PM - 05:25 PM - Hand Bell Room-Lower Level of Sanctuary Building
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Jan 15, 2012
End: Sunday, May 13, 2012
Genesis Youth Hand Bells - Grades 6 through 12
The Youth bell ensemble learns the fundamentals of hand bell ringing in a fun, supportive group of friends. Our goal is to play for worship regularly.
Rehearsals: Sundays - 4:30 - 5:25 pm (September through May) in the Hand Bell Room located on the lower level of the Sanctuary.
Children's Choir Rehearsal
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
05:30 PM - 06:20 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Jan 15, 2012
End: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Cherubs Choir - Ages 3 and 4 years old - Rehearsals: Sundays - 5:30 - 6:20 pm (September through May) on the 2nd Floor of the Education Building.
Our preschoolers learn songs in a play and praise atmosphere. They also participate in group rhythm activities and games and periodically sing for Sunday morning worship services and special children's music events.
Jubilate Choir - Ages 5 years old through First Grade - Rehearsals: Sundays - 5:30 - 6:20 pm (September through May) on the 2nd Floor of the Education Building.
Jubilate sings periodically for Sunday morning worship services and special children's programs. These young singers will develop their concept of pitch and tone production and learn about the Bible and worship through music.
Choristers Choir - Grades 2 through 5 - Rehearsals: Sundays - 5:30 - 6:20 pm (September through May) in the Choir Room on the lower level of the Sanctuary.
Choristers begin to read music as they learn anthems and service music for Sunday morning worship services and special choir programs. They will also have the opportunity to participate in a yearly musical.
Prayer Shawl Ministry-Sundays
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM - Parlor
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Apr 3, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 27, 2020
Youth Group-F.U.E.L
Sunday, Feb 26, 2012
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM - Gym/Family Life Center
Repeating Event:Weekly: Sundays
Start: Sunday, Jan 2, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 20, 2020
Meets most Sunday nights. Check the youth webpage to make sure there are no changes to meeting time or location - www.mtzfuel.net
Babygarten - Winter 2012 Monday Class
Monday, Feb 27, 2012
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Room 203 in the Education Building
Repeating Event:Weekly: Mondays
Start: Monday, Jan 23, 2012
End: Monday, Mar 5, 2012
BABYGARTEN - For Infants from birth through 18-months.
Babygarten was designed by two librarians who were concerned that young children might not be receiving the exposure to language needed to become competent readers. Babygarten is much more than a play group! Infants and their caregivers will share nursery rhymes, songs, and books. Also participants will get a chance to make fun projects that demonstrate the babies’ developmental milestones-usually a homemade toy or a baby book item. Many projects will emphasize the importance of reading to babies AND parents will learn how to do this most effectively. Each class will conclude with a free play period and opportunity for care givers to share with each other. This course will run six weeks each season. The class will meet in Room 203 of the Education Building. You may enter at the ramp to the second floor. There is no fee for this class.
You may register online by clicking "Register" above, by emailing Marcy at
mmittelstadt@mtzionumc.net, or calling the church office at 704-892-8566. The instructor for this course will be Marcy Mittelstadt.
No class on 2/20.
Classes also available on Saturday mornings, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 3/3, 3/10. Please visit the calendar for more information about Saturday classes.
Visit the Babygarten Website for more information.
Stewards of the Game Basketball
Monday, Feb 27, 2012
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - Family Life Center/Gym
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Mondays
Start: Monday, Dec 6, 2010
End: Monday, Dec 28, 2020
Disciple I
Monday, Feb 27, 2012
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM - Room 209
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Mondays
Start: Monday, Sept 12, 2011
End: Monday, Apr 23, 2012
Adult Handbells
Monday, Feb 27, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM - Hand Bell Room-Lower Level Sanctuary Building
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Mondays
Start: Monday, Sept 12, 2011
End: Monday, May 21, 2012
Community Bible Study
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
08:00 AM - 01:30 PM - Education Building Upper Level
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Nov 23, 2010
End: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Kiker Breakfast
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Acropolis Restaurant
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Apr 5, 2011
End: Tuesday, Dec 29, 2020
Senior Citizen Tai Chi
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Hut
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Nov 23, 2010
End: Tuesday, Dec 29, 2020
Lake Norman Community Bible Study
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Education Building
Repeating Event:Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Sept 6, 2011
End: Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Lake Norman Community Bible Study is offering registration for its 2011-2012 class year. The class is offered for women and children of all ages. Lake Norman CBS meets at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Lake Norman CBS is affiliated with Community Bible Study, which has over 600 Bible studies nationally. The Lake Norman CBS class, which has been in our community for ten years, is a non-denominational Bible study for women of all ages. Lake Norman CBS also has a thriving children’s program for infants up through middle schoolers. Lake Norman CBS classes began on Tuesday, September 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. This year’s study will include the books of Deuteronomy and Hebrews. If you would like more information about Lake Norman CBS or would like to register for this year’s class, contact Meg Samuels at
meg.samuels@gmail.com. You may visit our website at
http://lakenorman.cbsclass.org or find us on Facebook at Lake Norman CBS.
Room in the Inn (RITI)
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
05:00 PM - 08:00 AM - Youth House
Repeating Event:Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Dec 6, 2011
End: Tuesday, Mar 27, 2012
Click here to download a Word Document listing available volunteer opportunities. Then email Katie Reimer if you would like to volunteer.
Room in the Inn is a ministry that Mt. Zion participates in every Tuesday night from December through March. 
We do this by partnering with the Urban Ministries Center in Charlotte. Each night we offer a warm, safe place to sleep and provide 3 meals (dinner, breakfast and a bag lunch) for 10 people who are homeless. There are a number of things that need to come together to make this ministry successful … and that is where you come in! There are many ways that you can volunteer: cooking a warm meal, packing a bag lunch, driving the church mini bus, doing laundry, staying overnight and more. If you are interested in volunteering please email Katie Reimer.
Disciple III
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM - Room 205 in the Education Building
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Sept 13, 2011
End: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
AA Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 28, 2012
08:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Room 201 Education Building
Repeating Event:
Weekly: Tuesdays
Start: Tuesday, Jan 4, 2011
End: Tuesday, Dec 29, 2020
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-High School 'FaceTime' Small Group
Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Youth House
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
High School "FaceTime" Small Group - Calling all high school students! Jeff and Matt will be leading a 6 week small group in the youth house from 6-7 pm during Bloom (Begins Feb. 29). Feel free to bring your friends!
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Middle School Boys Small Group
Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Youth House
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Middle School Boys Small Group - This is for all middle school boys who are interested in having fun and learning about being a young man of God. We will meet in the youth house on Wednesdays during Bloom from 6-7 pm (Begins Feb. 29). Leaders TBD.
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Middle School Girls Small Group
Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Youth House
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Middle School Girls Small Group - Amy Poag and Tamera Moore want to personally invite all Middle School Girls and their friends to an exciting, small group called "Soul Sisters". We hope to see your girls each Wednesday evening from 6-7 pm at the Youth House. We'd also love to take advantage of extra fellowship time with your girls by having dinner with them at 5:30 in the Mt Zion gym (reservations for dinner are needed to the church by Monday the week of). Our study will use the book Head-to-Soul Makeover (provided by the church) which helps us become more real in a fake world using Biblical principles. Check it out and hope to see our "Soul Sisters" on February 29. p.s. Girls we'll always have junk food, it's good for the soul!! :) Any questions, contact us @ 704.488.3013 or
luvugabby@bellsouth.net
Wednesday Night Ministry-Bloom-Ministry Collage
Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
End: Wednesday, Apr 4, 2012
Introduction and overview of various ministries of compassion in our church and community. Learn about ministries that can benefit people you know AND discover how you can become more involved in helping these ministries. You can attend one or all of these presentations.
February 29 -
“Charting A Course For My Loved Ones” is a step-by-step workbook that has been published by
Barbara and Curt Needham, members of Mt. Zion. They will be sharing strategies that adults of any age will find helpful in organizing vital information needed in cases of family emergencies and life changing situations. Learn more at:
www.shadowboxsite.com
March 7 – “United Family Services” of Charlotte and North Mecklenburg will be represented by Kathryn Firmin-Sellers and others from their Victim Services Division. They will be sharing stories of the work of UFS in our area as they minister to families with general counseling and those who are victims of domestic violence or crisis events.
March 14 – “UMAR” (United Methodist Agency for the Retarded) will be represented by Ruby Mossor and others from this ministry that is so close to our own campus. Come and learn more about UMAR and how you can be in ministry to persons with disabilities.
“Stephen Ministry” – Members of Mt. Zion will be present to explain what the Stephen Ministry is and the opportunities for involvement in this caring ministry.
March 21 – “What is Hospice?” Jim Cooper, Education and Resources Manager and a licensed clinical social worker, will be present to explain how hospice ministers to families facing many kinds of illness. He will give general tips on healthy living for caregivers. He will also share how persons can be in compassionate ministry to families who are served by the hospice facilities in the Lake Norman area.
March 28 – “Ada Jenkins Center” - Steve Riddle, a member of Mt. Zion, serves on the strategy and programs board for the Ada Jenkins Center, located in Davidson. He will be sharing a great deal of information regarding the center and its many programs for families in our area. Hear personal stories of how people’s lives have been changed and how we can be partners in these important ministries.
April 4 - TBD
If you would like to also register for the Wednesday Night Dinners (5:30-6:30pm), please sign up separately for that on the Calendar/Upcoming Events page.
Nursery/childcare will be provided for infants through 2 years old from 6:15-7:45pm.
Youth Arts
Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM - Choir Room-Lower Level of the Sanctuary
Repeating Event:Weekly: Wednesdays
Start: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012
End: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Genesis Youth Arts - Grades 6 through 12.
Drama, like music and the other arts, is a valuable tool for enhancing our understanding of the Word of God. This group will be involved regularly in worship to help communicate the message to the congregation. From short monologues to plays, your acting and writing talent can grow and develop at Mt. Zion.
Rehearsals: Wednesdays - 7:00 pm (September through May) in the Sanctuary.
Cornelius Concert Series-Yoon-Sun Song-Pianist
Sunday, Mar 4, 2012
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM - Sanctuary
Yoon-Sun Song; Pianist in Concert, 2:00 pm, Sanctuary.
Open to the community. Free of charge with a free will offering taken.
Yoon-Sun Song received her bachelor of Music degree while in Korea and earned a Master of Music at North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem. She has won prizes in major competitions while in Korea and also won first prize in the MTNA competition in 2001. She is now completing her Doctor of Music and Arts degree from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.
Women of Zion
Tuesday, Mar 6, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Acropolis Restaurant - 20659 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius
Repeating Event:Monthly
Start: Tuesday, Dec 7, 2010
End: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2020
Send an RSVP to Elizabeth Coker elizabethcoker73@gmail.com and we will have a seat waiting just for you. RSVP not required.
Parade of Tables
Saturday, Mar 10, 2012
11:00 AM - 02:00 PM - Family Life Center
PARADE OF TABLES is back! Sponsored by Women of Zion, this much-anticipated luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 in the Family Life Center. This exciting event has great music courtesy of Mike Jackson and friends, great food courtesy of the hostesses and their friends, and lots of clever table creations that we consider to be Mt. Zion UMC “original designs”! We are currently seeking hostesses for this event. If you are interested, or just want to ask questions, feel free to contact any member of Women of Zion, or Stephanie Sossamon (704-907-6359) and Felicia Davis (704-301-8681).
Youth Spring Retreat - Camp Tekoa
Friday, Mar 16, 2012 - Sunday, Mar 18, 2012
Cornelius Concert Series-Strictly Dixie
Friday, Mar 16, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Family Life Center-Gym
Strictly Dixie: 7:00 PM, Family Life Center.
Strictly Dixie began in the year 2003 in response to an inquiry from the “At Heart” group at St. Aquinas Church. From that time this group has played around the area for churches and charities. There are nine members that play strictly Dixieland jazz, mostly from the era of the “Roaring Twenties”.
Open to the community. Free of charge with a free will offering taken.
Food & Fellowship
Sunday, Mar 18, 2012
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Repeating Event:Monthly
Start: Sunday, May 15, 2011
End: Sunday, Dec 16, 2012
On the 3rd Sunday of each month, a group of people from the 8:30 & 9:45 worship services go out for brunch together at around 11am for food and fellowship. Each month they go to a different local restaurant. Anyone is welcome to attend and there is no need to RSVP. Tables are reserved each month and you merely have to show up and ask for the Mt. Zion table. It is dutch treat. Please check the bulletin each month for the specific restaraunt or email Rev. Jill Smith-jsmith@mtzionumc.net.
New Beginnings Support Group Meeting
Monday, Mar 19, 2012
11:45 AM - 01:00 PM
Repeating Event:Monthly
Start: Monday, May 16, 2011
End: Monday, Dec 21, 2020
New Beginnings is open to anyone who has lost a spouse because of death or divorce. During daylight savings time we will have lunch on the 3rd Monday, then we will go back to evenings!! (Meetings are at 5:30pm on the third Monday of every month at different restaurants.) There is a speaker followed by dinner.
Spring Mini-Camp For 1-5 Graders
Saturday, Apr 28, 2012 - Sunday, Apr 29, 2012 - Camp Loy White near Shelby
Golf Tournament for Missions-2012
Saturday, Apr 28, 2012
09:00 AM - 02:00 PM - Fox Den Country Club
2012 Mission's Golf Tournament: Saturday, April 28th at Fox Den Country Club. 9:00am Shotgun start. Cost is $75 for adults and $65 for youth (18 and under). (Registration deadline is April 15th. Cost goes up by $15/golfer after April 15th). Cost includes range balls, green/cart fees, and lunch. The format is Captain's Choice. Click HERE for a registration form. All proceeds will go towards our mission trips to South Africa and Appalachia Service Project. Sponsorships and donations are also available. Contact Matt Sherrill with any questions: 704-892-7825 or msherrill@mtzionumc.net.
Cornelius Concert Series-Michael Reno Harrell
Sunday, Apr 29, 2012
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM - Front Lawn
Michael Reno Harrell: 2:30 PM, Front Lawn (heat/rain location Sanctuary)
Open to the community. Free of charge with a free will offering taken.
Michael Reno Harrell is an award winning songwriter, as well as a veteran storyteller and entertainer, and he’s from the South… the Southern Appalachian Mountains to hone it a bit finer. Michael's natural knack for storytelling, in print, song and spoken word has earned him praise from not only the music community but from the literary and storytelling worlds as well, having had the honor of being featured teller at the National Storytelling festival and to be Teller in Residence at the International Storytelling Center, as well as performing at major music events like MerleFest and the Walnut Valley Festival.
Cornelius Concert Series-Ballantyne Brass Quintet
Sunday, May 6, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Sanctuary
Ballantyne Brass Quintet: 7:00 pm Sanctuary
The Ballantyne Brass Quintet was founded by Josh Diaz, Musical Director and Principal Trombone, to promote the awareness and appreciation for brass chamber music in all of its styles and forms. The Ballantyne Brass Quintet has performed in various venues including churches, weddings, schools and various social and business events. They are distinguished by their broad range of repertoire, performance excellence, and a variety of musical styles that can be tailored to be the highlight of your special event.
Open to the community. Free of charge with a free will offering taken.
Cornelius Concert Series-Lake Norman Big Band
Friday, June 1, 2012
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Family Life Center/Gym
Lake Norman Big Band: 7pm in the Family Life Center
(Fundraiser for band and the Cornelius Concert Series-$8 Admission)
Stop Hunger Now Food Packaging Event
Saturday, June 2, 2012
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Gym
Announcing the third annual STOP HUNGER NOW event at Mt. Zion, Saturday, June 2, from 9:00 am until Noon sponsored by the boys and girls in our 4
th and 5
th grade Sunday School class.
You can help with this effort by donating funds and by working at the packaging event. Rice, dehydrated vegetables, vitamin powder and dehydrated soy product will be sealed into plastic bags and sent to schools, orphanages and disaster sites in 79 countries. Ages 7 – 100 can help. A 25 cent donation provides one meal. In the past two years the people of Mt. Zion donated over $13,000 to provide over 52,000 meals for hungry people in Central America and Sierra Leone. April is the target month for signing up to work and for turning in donations. Watch for more details next month from the 4
th and 5
th graders and on the Mt. Zion website.
Appalachian Service Project (ASP)
Sunday, June 17, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Mt. Zion has been participating in ASP, a youth mission project, for over 20 years. This is our summer high school youth mission trip where we go to the mountains to help make homes warmer, safer, and drier. We also build relationships with the families and get to know other volunteers from all over the U.S. No construction skills are necessary, just a willingness to serve. This year we will be going the week of June 17-23rd and have 21 spots available, but they are going fast. So if you are a rising 9th grader (and will be at least 14 years old) or older and would like to go, we have a NEW SIGN UP. We need a $50 commitment to reserve your spot and we need it by October 27! Spaces are going quickly, so turn in your money. For questions and more info or to sign up, please contact Matt Sherrill at 704-892-7825 or email msherrill@mtzionumc.net.
Summer Elementary Camp for 1-5 Graders
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012 - Camp Carolwood near Lenoir
Children's Music and Arts Camp
Monday, July 9, 2012 - Friday, July 13, 2012
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S MUSIC AND ARTS CAMP
Sing, Ring, Create and Play
Rising 1st through Rising 5th graders; July 9 -13, 2012; 9 am – Noon.
Each day we will have activities that include devotion, hand bells, singing, art, drama and recreation. The campers will also participate in the 11:00 am worship service on Sunday, July 15th. The children do not need to be members of Mt. Zion to participate.
Space is limited to 40 children so please reserve your space by emailing Marcy at
mmittelstadt@mtzionumc.net. Registration forms will be emailed once we reserve your space.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Monday, July 30, 2012 - Friday, Aug 3, 2012
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
VBS for children ages 3 years old through rising 5th grade.
Monday, July 30-Friday, August 3; 6:30-8:30pm
Fall Mini-Camp for Elementary Children and Families
Saturday, Oct 6, 2012 - Sunday, Oct 7, 2012 - Camp Loy White near Shelby
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