2 Timothy 1:5 ESVI am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.

I read a devotion Wednesday morning on this passage that really struck me. Paul is writing about Timothy, a young man who would become his partner in ministry. A young man whose faith walk began at home, as exemplified by Mom and Grandma, generations who passed on the faith. Here is one thought from the devotion:

It's easy to skirt having spiritual conversations at home. After all, talking about God and faith and life and Jesus isn't always easy. It is, however, one of the marks of a vibrant spiritual household, and studies indicate that talking about our faith is not only rewarding, but it brings joy to those who do it. (READ THE FULL DEVOTION HERE: https://www.lhm.org/dailydevotions/default.asp?date=20191002

Studies also show that family has the biggest influence on our young people. Students journaled this week about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. How has he "called us by the gospel" - maybe that first Bible story book as a toddler? baptism? How does the Holy Spirit "keep us in the one true faith" - that spiritual mentor? attending worship? Bible studies? (Quotes from Luther's small catechism on the Apostle's Creed, 3rd Article)

I encourage you to spend deliberate time with your child. Talk about every day stuff, national news, and even your junior high memories. Eat meals together without a device or TV nearby. Have conversations in the car together. Be in worship together. And as the opportunity arises, let the Holy Spirit work through you to share your faith!

From the class bloggers: Logan and Noah F.

October 4, 2019

This week we had a visit from the metro theater, and got to watch the water bottle rockets
shoot off thanks to eighth grade. We also had a science vocabulary test and a spelling test
on Friday. On Friday night Zion is having a trunk-or-treat and finally we are having cooler
weather. After chapel this week I hope the 6th grade students are refreshed with God’s
love. This has been another fun packed week at Zion.

Open House Nov. 10 - Spread the Word!!

Reminders:

Book orders may still be placed tonight. I will place the order Saturday, after 10 a.m.

NO SCHOOL Thurs. 10/10 and Fri 10/11 Teachers are at the National Lutheran Education Association Convocation with Lutheran teachers from around the nation.

Hope to see many of you at Trunk or Treat tonight! Parking lot opens at 6:00 and festivities begin at 6:30.

Thanks to class photographer, Aubrey for the great rocket launch photos!