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What We Believe . . .

As Lutherans we believe that God has made us as His own dear
children, but human beings fell into sin and were under the punish-
ment of sin and death. God loves us so much He gave us another
chance. That chance was God sending His only begotten Son
to live the perfect life we could never live, and then He took our
punishment upon Himself. Jesus suffered, died and rose again
from the dead to redeem us lost sinners.

On our own we do not have the power to believe, so God gave us
His Holy Spirit which creates faith in us, and gives us the power
to believe in Jesus Christ as our Savior, the only way to be saved.

God tells us about His plan of salvation and about His love for us in His own Word, the
Bible, which is our only source of knowledge about our God. Following God's Word we
now have the opportunity to do as He asks of us, out of thanksgiving for all the blessings
He has granted to us. We are saved by grace, not works!

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Becoming a Member . . .

People join Zion in one of three ways:

+ By transfer from a sister Lutheran Church Missouri Synod congregation.
+ By affirmation of faith for those who were confirmed in the Lutheran Church.
+ By adult confirmation. Adult membership classes are offered throughout the year. This
class explains the basic teachings and practices of the Lutheran Church. At the conclu-
sion of the class, participants decide if they wish to join.

Expectations of Members

+ Live lives that will glorify God.
+ Worship regularly.
+ Support the Lord's work with their time, talents, and treasure.

Benefits of Membership . . .

+ An opportunity to serve our Lord in the company of fellow Christians.

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