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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

Announcements for the week of January 10, 2010

The Prayer Group will meet in the lounge after the Worship Service today. The topic will be “Unanswered Prayers”.

There will be a blood pressure clinic after church today. Come get your blood pressure checked for free.

Attn Youth: We are going sledding this Saturday, January 16 at Reservoir Park, followed by refreshments at the Sorensons. Meet at the church at 2:00 p.m. No need to RSVP, just come!

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. See a youth or Pastor.

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 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.

The LaSalle LADD Thrift Shop wishes to thank Grace Lutheran Church for all their support through the years. In appreciation, and because it meets the purpose of serving the needs of the Mentally Handicapped, the shop has donated $500 to assist the Winters with their transportation expenses during the New Year.

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. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Prayer Group
11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic

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

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Service

SATURDAY
2:00 p.m. Youth Sledding

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

The LaSalle LADD Thrift Shop wishes to thank Grace Lutheran Church for all their support through the years. In appreciation, and because it meets the purpose of serving the needs of the Mentally Handicapped, the shop has donated $500 to assist the Winters with their transportation expenses during the New Year.

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. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Prayer Group
11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic

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

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Service

SATURIDAY
2:00 p.m. Youth Sledding

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

Announcements for the week of January 3, 2010

The Social Ministries Committee will meet this Wednesday, January 6, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda will include our budget, upcoming social ministries projects, and the delivery of our mitten tree items.
There will be a Blood Pressure Clinic after service next week in the chapel. Stop by and get your blood pressure checked for free.

Offering Envelopes for 2010 are available now. Check your mailbox or see Jon Lehning.

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

MONDAY
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 Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:00 p.m. Social Ministries
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic
11:30 a.m. Prayer Group Meeting

Annoucements for the week of December 20, 2009

Everyone is invited to join us this afternoon as we go caroling to our shut ins. We will start out after a light lunch in upstairs lounge. The more the merrier!

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! They make great stocking stuffers. See any Youth or Pastor to get yours.

The deadline for the January Gleanings is tomorrow, December 21. If you have information that you would like included, please contact the church office 283-1843 or email secretary@gracenf.org

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 flowers on the altar today are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of her son, Joe Hoffman on what would have been his 20th birthday, by Cathy Hoffman.

Through you contributions to the mission fund at Grace, we reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda, NY is the special mission through December.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

TODAY
10:30 a.m. Christmas Pageant
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
12:00 p.m. Luncheon for Carolers
1-4:00 p.m. Caroling to Shut Ins

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

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class

THURSDAY-Christmas Eve
5:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship
11:00 Candlelight Worship

FRIDAY-Christmas Day
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship

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

Annoucements for the week of December 13, 2009

Thank you for another successful food collection! We restocked our pantry, and took the remaining 20 boxes of food to two food pantries (St. John de LaSalle and St. Leo’s) for distribution over the holidays. These two churches will be assisting over 550 local families this month, so our help was truly appreciated. A big “thank you” to all who helped with the delivery. Job well done everyone!

We welcome and thank Mr. Bob Foerster, Assistant to the President of our Eastern Distict, for being here with us this morning. He is here to help us recognize and celebrate the 50 plus years of teaching Sunday School here at Zion/Grace by Mrs. Helen Stell and Mrs. Gladys Beningo. We also thank the members of Grace for their continued support of our Sunday School program and its staff. Always feel welcome to join us on Sunday mornings -there are classes for Nursery thru adults beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School Christmas Program “Postcards from Bethlehem” is the name of our Christmas program next Sunday during the 10:30 a.m. worship service. All Sunday School students, staff, and adult choir have a full rehearsal this Saturday, December 19 from 10-12 noon followed by a luncheon for all participants.

Please join the Elders and the Youth as we go caroling to our Shuts Ins next Sunday, December 20, after the Christmas Pageant. Everyone is welcome no matter what your singing voice may be like. “The more, the merrier”.

The Youth Group of Grace 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! They make great stocking stuffers. See any Youth or Pastor to get yours.

Through you contributions to the mission fund at Grace, we reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda, NY is the special mission for the month of December.

In Sunday School today, the children will hear the message of the angel to Mary, telling her that the promised Savior would be born to her (Luke 1:26–38). God favored Mary because of Jesus Christ, choosing her to be the mother of Jesus. God favors us because of Jesus Christ, choosing us to be His children! In your family discussions, ask your children to tell you the story of the angel’s visit to Mary, pointing out that because of our sin we are separated from God, and we deserve nothing from Him. Encourage your children, reminding them that God grants us unmerited grace and favor because of His Son, who unites Himself with us through His Word and Sacraments.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

TODAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Cong. Voters’ Meeting

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. Advent Worship
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice

SATURDAY
10-12 noon Pageant Practice

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. SS/Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Christmas Pageant
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
12:00 p.m. Luncheon for Carolers
1-4:00 p.m. Caroling to Shut Ins

Annoucements for the week of December 6, 2009

There will be a Congregational Voters’ Meeting next Sunday after the 10:30 Worship Service. This is an important Budget Meeting, please plan on attending.

This is the last week to place an order for the new Lutheran Study Bible. Concordia Publishing House has extended their sale; the hardback is now $39.99 and the Large print edition is $49.99. The Bibles can also be personalized for an additional cost. Contact the church office if you would like to place and order.

Simple Suppers and Advent Worship started this Wednesday. Join us this Wednesday at 6:00p.m.when the Simple Supper will be hosted by the Wednesday Craft Group, followed by Advent Worship at 7:00p.m.

Please join the Elders and the Youth as we go caroling to our Shuts Ins on Sunday, December 20, after the Christmas Pageant. Everyone is welcome no matter what your singing voice may be like. “The more, the merrier!”

We welcome Eastern District Assistant to the President, Mr. Bob Forester, to our worship service next Sunday to make a special presentation to two of our former Sunday School teachers, Helen Stell and Gladys Beningo. Their “Thank You” cards are on a table in the Chapel if you have not yet signed them.

There is a Giving Tree in the Chapel for donations to offset the cost of the Christmas Pageant. If you would like to be a sponsor, simply take an ornament off the tree.

Grace Ladies annual Christmas Dinner Party will be held this Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Today is the last day to make a reservation. The sign up sheet is on the glass case in the chapel.

Advent Mitten Tree: Our mitten tree has been set up in the narthex to receive your donations of sweat pants, sweat shirts, hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves of all sizes. We will continue our collection through Christmas. All donations will be distributed in January to our neighbors in need to help them during the cold winter months ahead. Your help is appreciated.

Through you contributions to the mission fund at Grace, we reach out and support different missions locally, nationally, and internationally. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gowanda, NY is the special mission for the months of November and December.

HELP WANTED: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION AVAILABLE
Administrative Assistant to the President of the Eastern District; Williamsville office. Work hours: Monday – Thursday. Position available February 1, 2010. Excellent computer and office skills essential. Contact Linda Smyth at the Eastern District office, 634-5111, ext. 13, for a position description. Send resume to – lindasmyth5111@aol.com before December 21, 2009.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

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

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

TUESDAY
6:00 p.m. Grace Ladies Xmas Dinner Party

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

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

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Sunday School/ Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 Congregational Voters’ Meeting