About Zion Missions
Jesus said, "Go therefore to every tribe and nation and ethnicity..."
Our Philosophy of Missions
If we are to call ourselves modern day disciples of Jesus, than we must follow his command he gave to his first Twelve Disciples so long ago. We believe that Jesus' example of washing his disciples' feet demonstrates service to others: we believe that it is a metaphor for any selfless act we do in humble Christ-like service to another.
Acts of selfless service are not done so that our names may be great. They are done in Jesus' name in order that his name may be great. The Bible says, "Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus..." (Col 3:17). The student is never above his teacher, nor is the servant greater than his master. (Mt 10:24-25). Our task in laying down our lives in humble service in Jesus' name is that the light of Christ might shine in us into the darkness of the world, beckoning others to come and be in the light as our Lord is in the light. Jesus says, "By this all the world will know that you are my disciples; if you love one another." (John 13:35). Again he says, "Let your light so shine that the world may see your heavenly Father." (Mt 5:16).
Simply put, it is not enough that we should learn about Jesus. If we are to follow him we must also do the things that he does. One cannot be a disciple only in the classroom. To be a follower of Jesus Christ we must follow him from the classroom to the boardroom and the market place, into the life of our neighbor and to the ends of the earth. In a very real way the Church of Jesus Christ throughout the world has been given the task of carrying on the ministry of Jesus. Guided and united by the Holy Spirit we are the body of Christ and each individually members of it. (1 Cor 12). All of us have a role to play in ministering in Jesus' name to the world.
How to Support Missions through Zion
Check out this website to learn about all the Local, Global, and Seasonal Mission Opportunities that Zion supports. You can give your time, talents and money to support these very critical and worthwhile missions. There are several ways to financially support a Mission through Zion Lutheran Church: 1) Put a check or cash in the offering plate during services. 2) Give online through the Zion website using your debit or credit card or Paypal account. 3) Give through the United Way. Zion is now registered with them to receive funds. 4) Set up an appointment with one of the pastors to give to the mission of your choice. 5) Mail your donation directly to Zion Lutheran Church, 4300 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310.