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the Renewed Companionship Covenant

Renewed Covenant between Kirangare Lutheran Parish and Zion Lutheran Church In celebration of 25 years of...
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Travelers arrive, Celebrations begin

On Tuesday afternoon, our time, Fonda, Jeanette, and Tom landed at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania....
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Let the Games Continue!

Zion hosted a second Game Night this year on August 29th, when 35 Zion folk and neighbors gathered to connect,...
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Let love be genuine

"Let love be genuine... Contribute to the needs of the saints." In this way, Paul encouraged the church in Rome, as...
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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It's not about us

Since before I was your pastor, Zion has generally alternated its worship leadership. One Sunday, the organ leads...
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Welcome, Deacon Jodi Schuman!

who will preach Sunday, February 22
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Project updates from Kirangare

water project, preschool construction, and visit preparations
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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A Day of Rejoicing

pancakes, pulling together, new staff member, Lent, and Zion's strategic plan
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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Area Lutheran Pastors Visit Iowa Senators' Offices

urging no ICE funding without accountability
Rev. Clark Olson-Smith
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2026 Annual Congregational meeting

Rev. Clark Olson-Smith