A Zion Christmas

Zion is the country church which is about six miles south and eight miles west of Kyle. I remember living at the country church when I was on internship in southern Ontario. There is something about country churches … atleast they seem an “oddity” for me to come over a hill and see a church in the middle of nowhere.

Zion has lovely woodwork as well. For me, seeing this large picture of Jesus reminds me of the tile mosiac of Hanover ON’s church. Their altar rail is curved and that must have challenged a very talented carpenter.

I find Zion’s pulpit very intimidating. First it is a very slim fit … I’m not sure anyone larger than me could slide their hips into the pulpit. It also feels very high up. Comparatively speaking, St. Peter’s is much higher but Zion is a much smaller church so even if people are sitting a few rows away, I still feel like I’m towering over them.

Again the altar is attached to the wall. Zion and Clearwater are both very small congregations. They probably have 20 people at the most at each service. Zion is blessed with strong men singers and music is very important here.

Zion has a cemetary directly across the road. The community area is called “White Bear” but the cemetary is called “Horse Butte.” I’m gradually learning the stories behind the names in the community. These two points have pastor-led worship services every week.

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