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SUNDAY APRIL 28, 2002
GOOD MORNING AND WELCOME TO WORSHIP. Grace Lutheran Church welcomes all as God's children, and with Christ's guidance offers a caring, friendly atmosphere for Worship, Spiritual Growth, Fellowship, and Education. We support the mission and programs of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and provide opportunities and challenges to serve the human and spiritual needs of our wider community.
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-Worship Schedule- 8:00 AM - Holy Communion Now the Feast and
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Chidcare at Grace
Sundays from 7:45 to 9:00 AM and 10:15 to 11:45 PM, Christoffer Young is our childcare provider. How does he do? Well, two of his young charges, Rebecca and Caitlain, wept one Sunday when they found out he had a substitute. Our nursey is located in the South-East Education building. Ask an usher for directions!
Congratulations to the Confirmation Class of 2002
Pentecost
Sunday
May 19th at the 10:30 AM Service
"On Pentecost Sunday, the fiftieth day of Easter, the church prays that God would send forth the flame of the Holy Spirit and fill the church with abundance of gifts needed to carry out our baptismal misssion."
Our congratulations and prayers go out to the seven young people who will be confirmed this year: Nick Bereiter, Spencer Bereiter, Alex Brueske, Sayoko Knode, Emily Lerwick, Elisabeth Pfaff, and Alyssa Wilde.
A reception in their honor will be held in Pearson Hall following the service.
Upcoming Adult Forum Schedule
| April 28th | "Sharing Faith in a New Century" Pastor Wesley Howell |
| May 5th | "Scriptural Roots of Stewardship" with Pastor Reitz, deployed staff person in stewardship ministry, Region I ELCA |
| May 12th | "Update on the Compass Center" with Pastor Wanwig, Chaplin, Compass Center |
| May 19th | Penecost - Confirmation "What Does Congregrations for Kids Do? Pam Toelle and Ann Lewis |
| May 26th | Memorial Day Weekend "What Eastside Domestic Violence Program Can Teach Us About Care For Children and Refugees." Linda Olson, Director, EDVP |
HighSchool Firsts, Thirds, and Extras
April 28th - Registration due for "Big Splash", May 18th. Bring a friend! Cost: $15 per person.
Notes of Interest
Today we welcome Anna Cecilia Lindberg into God's family through the sacrament of Holy Baptism during the 10:30 AM worship service. Anna, daughter of Grant Lindberg and Lisa Bursett, was born on the 28th of December, 2001.
Congratulations to Ron and Helen Ryan as they celebrate the birth of their fourth granddaughter, Mary Lee Tumbleson. Mary was born on the 23rd of April. She weighed 5lbs/12oz, and is 19" long. Mary's parents and Kari (daughter of Ron and Helen) and Lee Tumbleson.
Please extend your warmest greetings to the families.
Do you love God, love children, and want to be involved in Children's ministry that happens outside of Sunday School? Here's your chance!
Childrern's Ministy Planning Team
May 5th, 2002
(First Sunday of each Month)
Pearson Hall, 9:15 - 10:15 AM
Come to brainstorm ideas for children, ages nursey through 5th grade, and make them happen!
Lost and Found ... at Grace
Be sure and check out our new "Lost and Found" table in the Narthex. Things have a way of collecting at church; coats, sweaters, casserole dishes, plates, Tupperware, etc. We'll date the items and hold onto them for two months. After then they'll be sent to Lutheran Refugee Program. Thanks!
Upcoming Events
VBS 2002 Bug Safari
Catch the Buzz!
Join us as we embark on a Bug Safari! You'll enjoy Bible point crafts and exciting games, experience thrilling Bible stories, sample tasty snacks, and hear unforgettable music. Plus, you'll meet lots of new friends! Children ages 3 to 12 years old are invited to bring a friend, register, and join the fun!
June 24th through June 28th, 2002
9:00 am to 12 noon
Recurring Events
