Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church

August can be a busy time of year, getting the students ready for their ultimate return to school, trying to fit in those last minute getaways before the end of summer. Consider joining lively conversations with Grace and St. Luke’s Lutheran Church every Monday, beginning August 8th, for an Adult Study, “The Lutheran Course”, for seven sessions. To read more information regarding this study, click on the link to the Grace Messenger below.

The current issued of the Grace Messenger can be found here: August 2016 Messenger

The August Calendar for Grace Lutheran Church can be found here: August Calendar

July continues to be a busy month at Grace as we continue working with youth in the Kids At Work summer program, reflecting on the Vacation Bible School experience, and looking forward to July’s Family Friendly Movie Night.

The July issue of The Grace Messenger can be found here: July 2016 Grace Messenger

Grace Lutheran’s July Calendar highlighting ministry opportunities can be found here: July Calendar

There are many exciting adventures to read about in the current issue of the Grace Messenger; including Kids At Work, Movie Night, a One Day Vacation Bible School Event with a barbecue to follow and so much more. Summer is an awesome time to gather together have some fun while sharing and teaching in the Love and Word of God.

June’s edition of the Grace Messenger can be found here: June 2016 Newsletter

June’s calendar reflecting the volunteer ministry can be found here: June Calendar

Grace Lutheran’s newsletter for May can be found here: May 2016 Newsletter

Ministry opportunities for the month can be located here: May Calendar

The current news from Grace Lutheran Church can be found here: April 2016 Newsletter

Click the link to view the Grace Lutheran Church’s ministry calendar for April: April Calendar

But not so with you; rather the greatest among you must become like the youngest, and the leader like one who serves. Luke 22:26
In this passage, the disciples were fighting over who was the greatest. Jesus confronted their arrogance by offering an example of himself. Jesus was a servant-leader who did not force God’s love on anyone. Instead, he spoke the truth and confronted evil, if necessary. But in the end, he did not resist evil’s final attempt to silence him, even to death on a cross. God calls us to lead – and follow – looking to Jesus’ example to serve. (The Word in Season, Sunday, March 20th)

Together, join both Grace and St. Luke’s at Grace Lutheran Church on Maundy Thursday for a potluck dinner served at 5:30pm and the worship service at 6:30pm. Good Friday service will be held at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2315 I Street, at 6:30pm. Celebrate Easter Sunrise Service at Grace Lutheran, Sunday, March 27th at 6:30am with a breakfast meal to follow at 8:00am.

Click the link to read the latest Grace Lutheran news: March 2016 Newsletter*

Grace Lutheran Calendar can be located here: March Calendar

Lent begins with a solemn call to fasting and repentance as we begin our journey to the baptismal waters of Easter. The Councils of Grace and St. Luke’s have decided to combine our Lenten worship journey this year. We are hopeful that you will be supportive of this joint effort during Lent. Together we will encourage one another. Together we will develop new friendships and relationships. Please decide now to participate in this combined Lenten observance.

Grace Lutheran February Newsletter can be found here: February 2016 Newsletter

Click the following link to find February’s ministry calendar: February Calendar

This inspirational message was found written on the wall of Mother Teresa’s home for children in Calcutta and is widely credited to Mother Teresa herself. Happy New Year! Click the image to enlarge it.

The Grace January Messenger can be found here: January 2016 Newsletter

Click the link to locate the Grace January Calendar: January Calendar

When we offer hope, love, and friendship in the name of Jesus, we offer his light to the world. That light has never gone out. It is the light that makes it possible for us to see goodness in the world, even in darkness. Come and join in the celebration of Christmas and the Birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ during the Christmas Eve Service on Thursday, December 24th at 4:30 p.m.

The December Grace Messenger issue can be found here: December 2015 Newsletter

The Grace December Calendar can be found here: December Calendar

November brings additional opportunities for fellowship. Grace Lutheran is hosting the Thanksgiving Eve Service, inviting congregations from St. Luke’s Lutheran, First Lutheran, Augustana, and San Andreas to attend and celebrate the thanksgiving of God on Wednesday, November 25th at 7:00 p.m. Dessert and fellowship time will follow the worship service. Let’s gather as friends and thank God for the marvelous gift of friendship and grace as God’s people in Christ.

The November Grace Messenger can be found here: November 2015 Newsletter

Click the link to read Grace’s November Calendar: November Calendar