Grace Lutheran Church

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

Announcements for the week of November 22, 2009

Concordia Publishing House has extended the sale for the Lutheran Study Bible. The hardback is now $39.99 and the Large print edition is $49.99. The Bibles can also be personalized for an additional cost, if you would like them for a gift. Contact the church office as soon as possible if you would like to place and order.

Attn Ladies: Grace Ladies Annual Christmas Dinner Party will be Tuesday, December 8 at 6:00 pm. There is a sign up sheet on the glass book case in the chapel. Come join us!

50 years of teaching Sunday School We would like to thank Gladys Strasburg Beningo and Helen Stell for their many years of outstanding service and dedication to our Sunday School. Please stop by the Chapel to sign a card and give a free will offering for a token of our appreciation. A special presentation will be given at the worship service on December 13.

The Youth are planning a Lock In this weekend to put up the Christmas trees and decorate the church. We need chaperone volunteers. See Pam Simcox for details.

Our annual food pantry collection continues through Thanksgiving. We are collecting all types of non-perishable food items and frozen turkeys. Contact an usher if you need help.

We are still looking for volunteer groups/individuals to host a simple supper on December 9 or 16 at 6:00 p.m before the 7:00 p.m. Advent Worship Service. Contact the church office if you would like to help.

Plan on joining us for our Thanksgiving Eve Communion Worship service on Wednesday at 7:00p.m.

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.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:30 a.m. Sunday School Staff Meeting

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

FRIDAY
7:00 p.m. Youth Lock In

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

Announcements for the week of November 15, 2009

Lutheran High School Northwest performed a concert here last Wednesday evening. They would like to thank all those who attended and hosted them, and those who made a delicious supper and breakfast possible.

Concordia Publishing House has extended the sale for the Lutheran Study Bible. The hardback is now $39.99 and the Large print edition is $49.99. The Bibles can also be personalized (for an additional cost) if you would like them for a gift. Contact the church office to place and order.

50 years of teaching Sunday School We would like to thank Gladys Strasburg Beningo and Helen Stell for their many years of outstanding service and dedication to our Sunday School. Please stop by the Chapel to sign a card and give a free will offering for a token of our appreciation. A special presentation will be given at the worship service on December 13.

Grace Ladies meeting this week at 7:00 p.m. will be a wine and cheese party with Show and Tell. This promises to be a fun night out, open to all ladies of Grace. Come join us! We will be holding a Bazaar on Saturday, November 21 from 10-3 with lunch being served 11-1. Come check it out!

YOUTH- we will be baking bread on Friday night from 7-11 p.m. The bread will be used for the Thanksgiving Eve service. If you would like to volunteer to help, contact Pam Simcox. We are also planning a lock in for November 27-28. During this time we will set up the Christmas trees and decorate the church. Watch you email for more details.

Our annual food pantry collection continues through Thanksgiving. We are collecting all types of non-perishable food items and frozen turkeys. Contact an usher if you need help.

Social Ministries has volunteered to host the first Simple Supper on Dec. 2. We still need to cover the next two Wednesdays. If you would like to host, or help host a supper, please contact the church office.

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.

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
7:00 p.m. Grace Ladies Wine & Cheese Party

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 @ Kumm’s

FRIDAY
7-11p.m. Youth Bread Baking

SATURDAY
10-4 Grace Ladies Bazaar
11-1 Luncheon Served

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:30 a.m. SS Staff Meeting

Announcements for the week of November 8, 2009

Choir will meet at 6:30p.m. this week, right before the Lutheran Band concert at 7:30 p.m.

This Wednesday, November 11, Grace will be hosting Lutheran High Northwest Concert Band from Rochester Hills, Michigan at 7:30 p.m. They will present a 40 minute concert with sacred and traditional music. The theme will be “The Powerful Love of Christ”. We need to find housing for approximately 50 students. There is a sign up sheet in the chapel if you can help out with a bed overnight. The congregation is encouraged to come and bring a friend and enjoy the concert. A freewill offering will be taken.

Reservations for the Traditional Harvest Dinner, Saturday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m., are still available. Sponsored by the Historical Society of North German Settlements, the meal features breaded pork chops, locally grown vegetables, and home-made pies. Afterwards, Elaine Timm and Don Schroeder will tell about their visit to Bruessow this year.
Tickets at $15 each benefit the fund to rebuild the Haseley House-barn at Das Haus Heritage Museum in Bergholz. See Dorothy Kew for tickets.

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.

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.

Grace Ladies meeting next week at 7:00 p.m. will be a wine and cheese party with Show and Tell. This promises to be a fun night out, open to all ladies of Grace. Come join us! We will be holding a Bazaar on Saturday, November 21 from 10-3 with lunch being served 11-1. Come check it out!

Advent is right around the corner and we will be having our “Simple Suppers” starting Wednesday, December 2 at 6:00 p.m. before the 7:00 p.m. Worship Service. If you would like to host, or help host a supper, please contact the church office.

The Sunday School students have studied the story of “Hezekiah Prays” today. Just as Hezekiah prayed in faith to God and was delivered, so Jesus, our mediator and advocate with the Father, intercedes for and with us, granting us deliverance from sin, death, and the devil. Parents could ask, “Why did Hezekiah go to God in prayer? In what ways does God answer our prayers today?”

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
7:00 p.m. Confirmation Class

TUESDAY
6:30 p.m. Church Council Budget Meet

WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
6:30 p.m. Choir Practice
7:30 p.m. Lutheran High Band Performs

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

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

Announcements for the week of November 1, 2009

Flu Precautions – God cares about our souls and our bodies. We confess in the first article of the Apostles’ Creed that God gave us our bodies and continues to provide everything that we need to support our bodies in this present life. God cares for our bodies in many ways including through our loved ones, our doctors, and through our government. Grace Lutheran Church has a copy of the guidelines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on flu preparedness in the church office. If you have questions about your own situation or something that the church is doing please don’t hesitate to ask. The following list of precautions comes from the government list and has notes regarding our specific situation.

- If you have flu-like symptoms (fever over 100 degrees) you should stay at home. The spread of flu may be decreased if people with flu-like illness stay home for at least 24 hours after they are free of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications. Please remember that if you are very sick or sick for a long time to let the church office know so that we can pray for you or the pastor can visit.

- Please cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

- Remember to wash your hands often with soap and water often and particularly after contact with someone else. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. If soap and water are not available and alcohol-based products are not allowed, other hand sanitizers that do not contain alcohol may be useful. In addition to our bathrooms, the church has alcohol based hand sanitizer available near both doors to the sanctuary.

- Avoid physical contact with other people if you are sick or particularly susceptible to becoming sick. If this is a concern for you then you may not wish to shake hands during the sharing of the peace. In lieu of shaking hands it is OK to audibly exchange the peace of the Lord and perhaps make some friendly gesture.

We encourage all of those who are in the target groups for getting flu vaccines (either H1N1 or seasonal) to get vaccinated. If you need help in some way to get vaccinated please let us know. Your brothers and sisters in Christ are here to help you during these trying times. We remain confident that the God who sacrificed His son for our salvation will bring us safely through this time also.

“But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hand.” Psalm 31:14-15
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dorothy Kew sends a Big thank you to everyone who helped make our first Oktoberfest a big success- The many people who helped set up, clean up, cook, bake and serve food, donations from Neil Stenzel and Pastor Brese, Les Zimmerman who cooked the sausage and Ursula Zimmerman all round help out. We were able to raise $1,318.36 to go towards the heat fund.

On Wednesday, November 11, Grace will be hosting Lutheran High Northwest Concert Band from Rochester Hills, Michigan. They will present a 40 minute concert with sacred and traditional music. We need to find housing for approximately 50 students. There is a sign up sheet in the chapel if you can help out with a bed overnight.

Cottage Bible Study started this Thur., the 29 at 7:00pm at the home of Ruth Kumm. We will continue for six weeks.

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.

What We Learned in Sunday School Today… On this All Saints’ Day, the story of “Jonah” serves as the focus of our Sunday School lesson. Just as Jonah was swallowed up in the belly of the fish for three days, so Jesus, in His crucifixion, was baptized into the sea of death, drowned in our depravities, devoured by the grave, and spewed forth alive again after three days and nights that He might save us, the Assyrians, the Ninevites, and Jonah. Questions for discussion include, “Why did Jonah try to run away from God? What does God do when sinful people repent?”

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 am Sunday School/Adult Bible Class
10:30 am Communion Worship Service

MONDAY
6:30 pm Community AA Meeting
7:00 pm Confirmation Class

TUESDAY
6am-9pm Polls Open
6:30 pm Elders Meeting

WEDNESDAY
9:30 am Bible Class
10:30 am Craft Group
7:00 pm Choir Practice

THURSDAY
6:30 pm New Member Class

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 am Sunday School/Bible Class
10:30 am Worship Service
11:30 am Prayer Group Meeting

Announcements for the week of October 25, 2009

Deadline for ordering the New Lutheran Study Bible! We will be placing the order for the new Lutheran Study Bible this week. Please have your orders in by Wednesday. If you are looking for a new resource this is an excellent choice. It comes in the English Standard Version (ESV) which is used in the new hymnal and our readings. It is generally easy to understand and offers the best translation from the original languages. This study bible includes explanatory notes from Lutheran scholars. And if your order right now you save about $20 on most versions. Don’t miss this great opportunity.

Friendship Book – Please take a moment to fill out the maroon friendship book found in your pew. This allows us to understand who was able to worship with us and who was missing. Jesus commands his disciples to care for the children of God by seeking those who are missing from our midst (Matthew 18:10ff). Your participation enables us to be the church that Christ encourages us to be.

On Wednesday, November 11, Grace will be hosting Lutheran High Northwest Concert Band from Rochester Hills, Michigan. They will present a 40 minute concert with sacred and traditional music. We need to find housing for approximately 50 students. There is a sign up sheet in the chapel if you can help out with a bed overnight.

Cottage Bible Study starts this Thur., the 29 at 7:00pm at the home of Ruth Kumm. We will continue for six weeks.

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 October.

You may leave your check book at home. Just join us for an informative evening—videos, etc. hosted by Prof. Roger Humann at Grace at 7:00 p.m. this Tuesday, October 27. A time to relax and enjoy the scenery and the sociability, with an introduction to From Windmills to the Alps, with a focus on Oberammergau Passion Play 2010.

What We Learned in Sunday School Today… In Sunday School today, students learned the story of “Naaman and Elisha.” The Word of God spoken by the prophet was in and with the water of the Jordan to restore the flesh of Naaman; the Word of God spoken by the pastor is in and with the water of the baptismal font to cleanse us of our sin and restore us as children of the heavenly Father. Consider discussing, “What was Elisha’s unusual ‘prescription’ for Naaman’s condition? How have you been healed with water?”

Reminder: The time changes this weekend. Remember to turn you clock back on Saturday night!

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:30 a.m. Sunday School Staff Meeting

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. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
6:30 p.m. New Member Class
7:00 p.m. Cottage Bible Study @ Kumm’s

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

Announcements for the week of October 18, 2009

The Blood Pressure Clinic is available today. Stop by the chapel after worship and get checked for free.

Today is the last Sunday to buy tickets for the Oktoberfest this Saturday, October 24 from 1-6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 1142, 8643 Buffalo Ave. Tickets are $10 for a German Platter, beverages will be sold separately. Tickets are available before and after the worship service. Volunteers need to be at the American Legion at 9:00 a.m. to set up and food donations should be there by noon. Thanks to all those who volunteered to help make this event successful. All proceeds will go to offset the heating costs at Grace.
The deadline for the November Gleanings is October 21. If you have any information to be included, please see Bev Mills or email the church office at secretary@gracenf.org

From Windmills to the Alps is the name of the Oberammergau Passion Play Tour scheduled for next August. The 15-day tour includes a 7-night luxury cruise on the beautiful Rhine River. Learn more about the tour and the Passion Play in an informal gathering at Grace Lutheran on Tue., Oct. 27 at 7p.m. You are asked to indicate your interest in this gathering either by phone (905-892-1629) or e-mail (rhumann@brocku.ca)

Our annual food pantry collection has begun! We are collecting all types of non-perishable food items and frozen turkeys. Donations beyond what we can store will be donated to area food pantries to help them during the holidays.

Concordia Publishing House is offering special pricing on the new Lutheran Study Bible to be released on Reformation Day. There is a sampler with pricing information on the chapel.

Our Financial Secretary, Jon Lehning is in need of assistants to help count the plate receipts after Sunday worship services. This is a great opportunity to serve the Lord. Sign up using the form provided at the display case in the Chapel. If you have questions call Jon evenings at 283-8803.

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 October.

THIS WEEK AT GRACE

SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Xmas Play Planning Meeting
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 Class
10:30 a.m. Craft Group
7:00 p.m. Choir Practice

THURSDAY
6:30 p.m. New Member Class

SATURDAY
1-6p.m. Oktoberfest @ Am. Legion

NEXT SUNDAY
9:00 a.m. Bible Class
10:30 a.m. Communion Worship Service
11:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
11:30 a.m. SS Staff Meeting