Shelter
Zion’s Core Values for Serving: Food, Shelter, Care for the Vulnerable, and Local & Global MissionsZion’s Core Values for Serving guide who we are and how God is calling us to respond.
The core value for shelter means we serve those who are homeless and working for permanent shelter.
Zion is passionately committed to the plight of the homeless through a variety of community outreach programs.
Habitat for Humanity
Every summer a team of volunteers led by Bill Norquist and Sylvan Flaten set off for a site in the Twin Cities to build a house for a family in need. If you want to volunteer for this great ministry please contact Bill Norquist at: wdmenor@gmail.com.
Family Promise
Four times a year, Zion hosts up to four families for a week overnight. If you would like to volunteer to make dinner, set-up, or be a night host please contact Dulcie Campana at: livingoutfaith@hotmail.com
HOPE 4 YOUTH
Zion provides financial support for Hope 4 Youth, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization located in Anoka, Minnesota that meets the basic needs of young people (ages 23 and under) experiencing homelessness in the north metro suburbs. Website: Hope 4 Youth
Volunteer Opportunities
Meals on Wheels
Zion partners with area churches driving for Meals on Wheels and we take our turn every 6 weeks. There are 7 routes requiring a total of 35 volunteers each week.
Worship Involvement
Come share your talents! We are in need of ushers and scripture readers at upcoming worship services on Saturday at 5 pm and Sundays at 8, 9 or 11 a.m.
Family Promise
Our next Family Promise date is Thursday, September 22. Because of COVID families are being housed in local motels but there are still many ways you can help!
CYF Ministries
Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) programs are always in need of dedicated volunteers like YOU! If interested, please call 763-421-4656 or e-mail a CYF team member.
Congregational Godparents
Congregational Godparents are present at the baptism of a child, pray for them daily and send cards (which are provided). Click for more information.
Every Meal
Every Meal makes a difference in kids’ lives by focusing on food gaps when they aren’t at school to access meal programs. Click to find out how you can help.
Category: Volunteer Opportunities