Welcome

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church is a worshiping, learning, witnessing, and serving community of baptized persons, among whom the Word is proclaimed and the Sacraments are celebrated. All are welcome!

Join us at:
183 William Street, Portland, CT 06480
Call us: 860-342-2860
Write to us: P.O. Box 202, Portland, CT 06480

December 8, Secoond Sunday of Advent: Bulletin
Worship with us, Sundays at 9 a.m.
Pageant practice after worship, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Poinsettia Order Form, due December 15

During Advent we will be collecting personal care items for the Portland Food Bank.
December 1 – Shampoo, conditioner, soap, bodywash, nail files December 8 – Deodorant, feminine products, shaving cream, hand lotion, body lotion, lip balm
December 15 – Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, napkins, razors, diapers sizes 5 and 6
December 22 – Toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, dental floss
Please place items in the shopping cart in the Narthex.

Welcome to True Vine Church members worshipping in the upper Fellowship Hall each Sunday mornings at 11 a.m.

Other upcoming events & news items listed below. See Bulletins for complete calendar and event details.

  • Any time: The 150th Anniversary Committee is looking for help. See bulletin for details and contact Donna Berndston for additional information.
  • December 7: True Vine Annual Christmas Fellowship Luncheon, Fellowship Hall, noon to 3 p.m. Request donation to Portland Food Bank and Hartford Interval House. Details in bulletin.
  • December 8: Vocal Chords Holiday Concert, 2 p.m., Portland High School
  • December 14: Coat Drive (coats, gloves, hats, new and gently used), 9 a.m. to noon, bring to upper fellowship hall. To benefit Amazing Grace Food Pantry in Middletown.
  • December 15: Poinsettia Order Form due
  • December 22: Children’s Pageant during worship
  • First and Third Sundays: Sunday School for ages 3 to 16, following worship, contact the church office for details.
  • Second and Fourth Sundays: Bible study, 10:15 a.m. following worship. View and discuss “The Chosen,” all welcome to join at any time. Adult Bible Study is on hiatus for the time being.
  • Any time: The CHOSEN, Season 3 is available on Facebook, Roku, Fire-stick, The CHOSEN app, AngelStudios.com and on TheCHOSEN.TV websites.
  • Any time: Drop off used ink cartridges to be recycled. funds raised to support Zion and Sunny Hill Preschool.
  • Any time: Drop off collected pull tabs for Ronald McDonald House in the Red Box.
  • Anytime: simple donations to Zion can be made through the purchase of Raise Right (formerly Scrip) gift cards. Details here

If you are in need of pastoral assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to 860-342-2860, or to Pastor Sara at 678-882-9011 or [email protected]. Church office hours : Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed on Friday during summer months. If needed, call Pastor Sara or Kathy Richards.

Call for information if you would like to learn more or if you are interested in becoming a member. 860-342-2860.