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GERMAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL Zion offers a Saturday German Language School under the leadership of Eva Kelleher from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. from September through April.  The Language School offers classes in German for all levels of experience and knowledge and for all ages.  There are also Total Immersion programs and German for Travel classes offered at various times during the year.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Between 10:15 and 11:05 each Sunday morning in the months between October and June the children and the adults of Zion meet for Sunday School.  There are two classes for children.  The pre-kindergarten and primary aged children meet for stories, song, and play while the intermediate class has  lessons and activities.  Both groups are involved in special holiday celebrations and intergenerational events. The adults meet at the same time for lively discussions focusing on a variety of topics ranging from Bible studies, church history, and social issues.  This group is generally facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Eric W. Gritsch, Emeritus Professor of Church History, Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary and a member of Zion, Bonnie Brobst, President of Zion's Church Council and an educator, and the Rev. Dr. Holger Roggelin, Zion's pastor.  All adults are welcome  for education and light refreshments. EDUCATION UPATES: The Adult Forum will be meeting in the Sunday School Room while some renovations are being completed in the Adlersaal.  The group plans to continue their spirited discussions on the “BOOK OF ACTS”.  Come and see how timely this study is for the church in the 21st Century.  It appears that the church is always a work in progress!  The present course will end on May 16. The members of the class are already thinking ahead -- they would like to plan an event at the Walters for the entire congregation and the thought for the fall session is to present a study on the ELCA Statement on Genetics.  This promises to be an important issue for Christians to deal with in the future.  Watch for details.  Bonnie Brobst

BIBLIOPHILES This group of readers meet in the church lounge once per month to discuss a wide range of books.  The group has enjoyed stimulating conversations revolving around both classic and current novels, children's literature, essays, short stories, and nonfiction.  Call the church office at (410) 727-3939 for the next selection and meeting date.  All book lovers are invited!