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Announcements for the week of March 14, 2010

Today is the last day to purchase flowers for our Easter altar. Order forms can be found on the glass case in the chapel or see Joyce Schultz.

Join us for Simple Supper this Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. before the Lenten Worship at 7:00 p.m. This week’s supper will be hosted by Les Fuerch from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

FOR THE SAKE OF THE CHURCH
President Wicher will be “blitzing” the Eastern District, holding meetings to present his vision for the District called “Breaking New Ground for the Mission of Christ.” A member of our Board of Directors will give a 2010 ED Budget report. This meeting will be held today at 3:00 P.M., at First Trinity, Tonawanda NY. All are invited.

SUNDAY SCHOOL PENNY WAR: Our annual Sunday School Mission project will run through March. Students are encouraged to bring change to donate each week, with pennies earning them points, and silver change being used to subtract points from other classes. The “winner” will be announced on Easter. This year’s mission is the “Africa Bikes Project”. Each $150 collected will buy a bike for a Lutheran pastor in Africa to assist him in reaching areas only accessible by dirt paths. By giving a bike, he can go quickly from village to village, spreading the wonderful news of our Savior. The “war” is on! You can track our “warriors” progress on the Sunday School bulletin board!

Through your contributions in the monthly mission envelopes we are able to reach out and support different missions on a local, national and international level. Our mission envelopes for March will be donated to Operation Enduring Comfort, an effort through St. Peter’s at Northridge for local military families while their loved one is away. Dedicated volunteers offer personal help in finding assistance resources and assists in local unit family events. Your donations for this local effort are greatly appreciated.

What We Learned in Sunday School Today… The key point of today’s Sunday School lesson was that, in our sin, we are lost from God and doomed to die, but God, in His love, sought and found us and keeps us with Him forever. The Bible story was about Jesus seeking the lost as recorded by St. Luke (Luke 15). In your family discussions, talk about how God keeps us through the work of the Holy Spirit in the Word and the Sacraments. In the catechism, review the explanation to the Third Article of the Apostles’ Creed. How does this fit with the Bible story?

Holy Week Worship Schedule
April 1- Maundy Thursday
Communion Worship at 7:00 p.m.
April 2- Good Friday
12:00 noon and 7:00 p.m.
April 4 – Easter Sunday
7:00 a.m. Sunrise Communion Worship
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:45 a.m. Prayer Group

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Simple Supper
7:00 p.m. Lenten Worship Service
7:45 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service
11:45 a.m. SS Staff Meeting

Announcements for the week of March 7, 2010

Attn Youth: Join us for Midnight Bowling at Rapids this Friday, March 12. Cost is $13 per person + shoe rental. Meet at Rapids @ 11:15 p.m.

Nametags are in and can be found in your mailbox in the chapel.

We have a Church Spring Cleaning planned for Saturday, March 27 from 8a.m. – 1p.m. Come out and join us in preparing our church for Easter. Everyone is welcome!!!!

FOR THE SAKE OF THE CHURCH
President Wicher will be “blitzing” the Eastern District, holding meetings to present his vision for the District called “Breaking New Ground for the Mission of Christ.” A member of our Board of Directors will give a 2010 ED Budget report. This meeting will be held Sun. 3:00 P.M., March 14 at First Trinity, Tonawanda NY. All are invited.
SUNDAY SCHOOL PENNY WAR: Our annual Sunday School Mission project will run through March. Students are encouraged to bring change to donate each week, with pennies earning them points, and silver change being used to subtract points from other classes. The “winner” will be announced on Easter. This year’s mission is the “Africa Bikes Project”. Each $150 collected will buy a bike for a Lutheran pastor in Africa to assist him in reaching areas only accessible by dirt paths. By giving a bike, he can go quickly from village to village, spreading the wonderful news of our Savior. The “war” is on! You can track our “warriors” progress on the Sunday School bulletin board!

Through your contributions in the monthly mission envelopes we are able to reach out and support different missions on a local, national and international level. Our mission envelopes for March will be donated to Operation Enduring Comfort, an effort through St. Peter’s at Northridge for local military families while their loved one is away. Dedicated volunteers offer personal help in finding assistance resources and assists in local unit family events. Your donations for this local effort are greatly appreciated.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Simple Supper
7:00 p.m. Lenten Worship Service
7:45 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:45 a.m. Prayer Group

Announcements for the week of February 28, 2010

Attn: Youth There will be a quick meeting downstairs after the worship service to discuss future plans.

Lent has begun! Join us Wednesday at
6:00 pm before the 7:00 pm Worship Service for a Simple Supper hosted by the Adult Choir. We are looking for groups and/or individuals to host the suppers. If you would like to help out, please contact the church office at 283-1843.

Lenten Devotionals from LAMP (Lutheran Association of Missionaries and Pilots) are available on the glass case in the chapel.

The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship.

Niagara Zone LWML Spring Gathering is scheduled for April 24. This year’s theme is “Gifts from the Heart” for Lutheran World Relief. Each LWML Society in the Niagara Zone is encouraged to provide at least one complete Health Kit –individual church members are also encouraged to provide completed kits or donate new bars of wrapped bath soap (4-5 oz. size). There is a drop off box in the chapel with a list of things needed to complete a health kit.

HELP WANTED: WEBMASTER
The church is in need of someone to maintain our church website. If you enjoy working on websites and would be willing to volunteer your services, contact the church office or one of the Elders.

FOR THE SAKE OF THE CHURCH
Mark your calendar now and plan to attend, along with your leaders, one of regional meetings that will take place in March. President Wicher will be “blitzing” the Eastern District, holding meetings to present his vision for the District “Breaking New Ground for the Mission of Christ” and for a member of our Board of Directors to give a 2010 ED Budget report. Our local meeting will be held Sun. 3:00 P.M., March 14 at First Trinity, Tonawanda NY.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:40 a.m. Youth Meeting

MONDAY
6:00 p.m. Church Council Meeting
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

TUESDAY
6:30 p.m. Elders’ Meeting

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Simple Supper
7:00 p.m. Lenten Worship Service
7:45 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

Announcements for the week of February 21, 2010

There will be a Congregational Voters’ Meeting following the worship service today. We will vote on lighting for the sanctuary and also nominate synodical officers.

Lent has begun. Join us Wednesday at
6:00 pm before the 7:00 pm Worship Service for a Simple Supper hosted by the Craft Group. We are looking for groups and/or individuals to host the suppers. If you would like to help out, please contact the church office at 283-1843.

Lenten Devotionals from LAMP (Lutheran Association of Missionaries and Pilots) are available on the glass case in the chapel.

The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship.

This is the last week to order your church nametag. Please see the sign up see on the glass case in the chapel area.

Niagara Zone LWML Spring Gathering is scheduled for April 24. This year’s theme is “Gifts from the Heart” for Lutheran World Relief. Each LWML Society in the Niagara Zone is encouraged to provide at least one complete Health Kit –individual church members are also encouraged to provide completed kits or donate new bars of wrapped bath soap (4-5 oz. size). There is a drop off box in the chapel with a list of things needed to complete a health kit.

Through your contributions in your monthly mission envelopes, we are able to reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Our mission envelopes for February will be donated to La Santa Cruz Mission church in Buffalo. Like our January mission church Hanahiah, La Santa Cruz is located in an inner city area of Buffalo and is involved daily in meeting the needs of a struggling neighborhood. Your donations will help their members reach out to those in need with the good news of our Savior.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Congregational Voters’ Meeting
12:15 p.m. Schulz Tupperware Party

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

TUESDAY
12:00 p.m. Grace Ladies Luncheon Meeting

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Simple Supper
7:00 p.m. Lenten Worship
7:45 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship

Announcements for the week of February 14, 2010

There will be a Congregational Voters’ Meeting following the worship service next Sunday, February 21. We will vote on lighting for the sanctuary and also nominate synodical officers. Please plan on attending.

Lent starts with Ash Wednesday, on February 17. We will offer Communion Worship at 12:00 and also at 7:00 p.m. Simple Suppers will begin the following the week February 24 at 6:00 pm before the 7:00 pm Worship Service. We are looking for groups and/or individuals to host the suppers. If you would like to help out, please contact the church office at 283-1843.

Lenten Devotionals from LAMP (Lutheran Association of Missionaries and Pilots) are available on the glass case in the chapel.

The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship.

The order for nametags will go in at the end of the month. If you would like to order a nametag, please see the sign up see on the glass case in the chapel area.

Niagara Zone LWML Spring Gathering is scheduled for April 24. This year’s theme is “Gifts from the Heart” for Lutheran World Relief. Each LWML Society in the Niagara Zone is encouraged to provide at least one complete Health Kit –individual church members are also encouraged to provide completed kits or donate new bars of wrapped bath soap (4-5 oz. size). There is a drop off box in the chapel with a list of things needed to complete a health kit.

This Friday, Feb. 19 is the deadline for the March Gleanings. Please let us know if you have any info you would like included.

Through your contributions in your monthly mission envelopes, we are able to reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Our mission envelopes for February will be donated to La Santa Cruz Mission church in Buffalo. Like our January mission church Hanahiah, La Santa Cruz is located in an inner city area of Buffalo and is involved daily in meeting the needs of a struggling neighborhood. Your donations will help their members reach out to those in need with the good news of our Savior.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

TODAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Prayer Group

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
12:00 p.m. Communion Worship Service
7:00 p.m. Communion Worship Service
7:45 p.m. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
7:00 p.m. Cottage Bible Study @ R. Kumm’s

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship
11:30 p.m. Congregational Voters’
Meeting
12:15 p.m. Schulz Tupperware Party

Announcements for the week of February 7, 2010

There will be a Congregational Voters’ Meeting following the worship service on February 21. We will vote on lighting for the sanctuary and also nominate synodical officers. Please plan on attending.

Lent is coming up starting with Ash Wednesday, February 17. We will be having our Simple Suppers again starting the following the week February 24 at 6:00 before the 7:00 pm Worship Service. We are looking for groups and/or individuals to host the suppers. If you would like to help out, please contact the church office at 283-1843.
The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship.

The order for nametags will go in at the end of the month. If you would like to order a nametag, please see the sign up see on the glass case in the chapel area.

Through your contributions in your monthly mission envelopes, we are able to reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Our mission envelopes for February will be donated to La Santa Cruz Mission church in Buffalo. Like our January mission church Hanahiah, La Santa Cruz is located in an inner city area of Buffalo and is involved daily in meeting the needs of a struggling neighborhood. Your donations will help their members reach out to those in need with the good news of our Savior.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
7:00 p.m. Cottage Bible Study@ R. Kumm’s

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Prayer Group

Announcements for the week of January 31, 2010

If you are considering making a donation to the relief efforts in Haiti and are a Thrivent member, please be aware that Thrivent is matching your donation at 50% ($1 for every $2 donated). Checks can be sent to Lutheran World Relief, PO Box 17061 Baltimore, MD 21298 or you can donate on line at www.lwr.org. Your donation will automatically be matched by Thrivent if you are a member.

Please sign up for a nametag if you haven’t gotten one already. The sheet is located on the glass cabinet in the chapel. The cost is $4 each, (donations gratefully accepted). Let us know how you would prefer your name tag to read on the sheet located at each exit. Note: magnetic nametags are not recommended for those with pacemakers. We can also get a clip style, so be sure to let us know if you would prefer the clip style nametag. Please call (283-1843) or email secretary@gracenf.org the church office with any questions. The next order will be going in shortly.

Through LCEF Joyful Response program our church can receive electronic payments directly from personal bank accounts or LCEF Steward Accountants. It’s simple, safe, convenient, and makes it easy to be a faithful servant when you are sick or the weather is bad. Interested? Talk to Jon Lehning.

The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship. Help support our Youth!

The flower chart for 2010 is up in the narthex. If you would like to purchase flowers for the altar, simply write your name on the line corresponding to that Sunday. A centerpiece is $33.00 and two vases are $45.00, which can be shared with if you would like.

We are in the process of preparing the 2010 Church Directory and have lost contact with some of our fellow church members including Chrissy Adams, Nicole Corsaro, Christina Luick, Aaron Price, Krystal Satterfield and Christa Vout. If you have a current address for any of these members please contact the church office at 283-1843. Thanks!

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

MONDAY
6:00 p.m. Council Meeting
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

TUESDAY
6:30 Elders’ Meeting

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Social Ministries Meeting
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
7:00 p.m. Cottage Bible Study @ R. Kumm’s

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

Announcements for the week of January 24, 2010

Help for Haiti – The needs in Haiti are tremendous but not beyond our loving and gracious God. He puts us here to be His hands and voices for bringing healing to people in Niagara Falls and in Haiti. Please continue to remember the people of Haiti as well as all of the relief workers and missionaries in your prayers. Once again this week we will have collection plates by the doors so that you can put a donation in the plate. Our donations are being sent to Lutheran World Relief who is coordinating a response in Haiti. You can also donate directly to LWR. LWR accepts donations by phone at 800-LWR-LWR-2, online at lwr.org or by mailing a check or money order to: Lutheran World Relief Haiti Earthquake P.O. Box 17061 Baltimore, MD 21298-9832. Please see the separate note if you are a Thrivent member to take advantage of matching funds.

If you are considering making a donation to the relief efforts in Haiti and are a Thrivent member, please be aware that Thrivent is matching your donation at 50% ($1 for every $2 donated). Checks can be sent to Lutheran World Relief, PO Box 17061 Baltimore, MD 21298 or you can donate on line at www.lwr.org. Your donation will automatically be matched by Thrivent if you are a member.

You are encouraged to attend the Estate Planning Workshop sponsored by the LCMS Foundation after the worship service today in the lounge.

The Youth still have discount cards available for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! They make great stocking stuffers. See any Youth or Pastor to get yours.

Through your contributions in your monthly mission envelopes, we are able to reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Our special mission for January is Hanahiah Church, a Lutheran mission church in Buffalo with 30 members. Hanahiah is located in a very needy area of the city. They are often involved in helping the victims of violence and homelessness that we see on the news each night. Your January mission envelope will help the congregation and pastor of Hanahiah to reach out to those in need.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

TODAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:45 a.m. Estate Planning Seminar

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
7:00 p.m. Cottage Bible Study @
R. Kumm’s Home

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship

Annoucements for the week of January 17, 2010

The earthquake in Haiti this week has caused massive destruction. Thousands are injured and will be without medical care, water, food, shelter, and power for many weeks to come. The Lutheran Church is sending aid in the form of workers and money through Lutheran World Relief. If you would like to help, go to www.lcms.org. Click on “news” on the home page, and you find a form to donate on line.
A big word of THANKS from Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda, NY (Pastor Travis Grubbs) to the generous people of the Eastern District for coming to their support and aide after a flash flood damaged their church basement. To date over $30,000 has been donated from the Eastern District, Congregations, and individual donors. May God be praised for your kindness! Grace Lutheran was able to contribute $600 from our Special Missions collections from October – December.

Offering Envelopes for 2010 are available now. Check your mailbox.

Please join us next Sunday after the worship service for a workshop on Estate Planning sponsored by the LCMS Foundation. Seating is limited, so please make a reservation on the sign in sheet on the glass case in chapel. If you have any questions, contact the church office at 283-1843.

Through LCEF Joyful Response program our church can receive electronic payments directly from personal bank accounts or LCEF Steward Accountants. It’s simple, safe, convenient, and makes it easy to be a faithful servant when you are sick or the weather is bad. Interested? Talk to Jon Lehning.

The Youth are selling discounts cards for area businesses. The cards are only $10 and can be used thru January 2011. There are 23 area businesses that can be used over and over again, so the card literally pays for itself! Cards are available before and after worship.

The flower chart for 2010 is up in the narthex. If you would like to purchase flowers for the altar, simply write your name on the line corresponding to that Sunday. A centerpiece is $33.00 and two vases are $45.00, which can be shared with if you would like.

Through your contributions in your monthly mission envelopes, we are able to reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Our special mission for January is Hanahiah Church, a Lutheran mission church in Buffalo with 30 members. Hanahiah is located in a very needy area of the city. They are often involved in helping the victims of violence and homelessness that we see on the news each night. Your January mission envelope will help the congregation and pastor of Hanahiah to reach out to those in need.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service

MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Community AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Confirmation

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:30 a.m. Estate Planning Seminar