Saturday, December 31, 2011
Grace News - Jan. 2 - 7, 2012
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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012!
SERVANTS’ COUNCIL
Monday, January 2nd, 2012, the Servants’ Council will meet in the Fireside Room at 6:00 P.M. We encourage you to pray for our Council Members as well as for each Council Meeting. Thank you!
THANK YOU
The Council Members and Staff are very grateful to our church members and friends who have supported Grace Church financially, prayerfully and by volunteering your time in “serving” throughout the 2011 year. You are greatly appreciated. Keep serving the Lord and may God bless you and Grace Church in 2012!
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We THANK YOU and appreciate your continued patience while the necessary building repairs are taking place at Grace Church!
We are making good progress!
Bulletin Note
Dear Grace Family: If there are any changes to your home groups or worship/dance schedule, please call the office at 928-537-4817 or send an email to Pia at office@graceshowlow.com each week by Thursday morning at the latest. Thanks you!
2012 Women’s Retreat
Ladies, if you are interested in being on the leadership team to help PLAN the 2012 WOMEN’S RETREAT, please see Robin or Pia. It’s not too early to start praying for God’s direction!
Celebrate Recovery!
Celebrate Recovery (a Christian program developed several years ago by Rick Warren’s Saddleback Church) emphasizes freedom and healing thru Christ for any of life’s hurts and hang-ups, promoting change. This is a step program based on the Beatitudes. Meet here on Fridays: 6:00 to 9:00pm. For more information, Call Cathy Mast at 928-242-3170.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Grace News - Dec. 24-31
Welcome to our 7:00pm Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
And our 9:00am Christmas Day Service
“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you;
The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.”
The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26
SERVANTS’ COUNCIL
Monday, January 2nd, 2012, the Servants’ Council will meet in the Fireside Room at 6:00 P.M. We encourage you to pray for our Council Members as well as for each Council Meeting. Thank you!
UPDATE DIRECTORY
PLEASE check the current directory in the Narthex and make any necessary updates. If you are NEW to Grace and wish to be added in, please sign up A.S.A.P. Thank you!
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We THANK YOU for your continued patience while the necessary building repairs are taking place at Grace Church.
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLAR$
We are pleased to inform you that Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church has been enrolled as a participating organization in Thrivent Choice.
Thrivent Choice is a charitable grant program that allows eligible members to recommend where Thrivent Financial distributes part of its charitable outreach grant funds each year. Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church will be listed in the program’s searchable online catalog. When eligible Thrivent financial members direct Choice Dollars to this church, we will receive a contribution from Thrivent Financial which will help carry out the various ministries of Grace Church.
Substance Abuse Help
Anyone with substance abuse problems now has someone to call. Ladies can call Cathy Mast at 928-537-4396 and men can call either Joe Crozier at 928-367-1210 or Reed Weldon at 928- 358-9106.
Holiday Office Hours
The Church Office will be CLOSED all week after Christmas . Messages and emails will be checked remotely and responded to as soon as possible. Merry Christmas and Blessed New Year!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Grace News - Dec. 18 - Dec. 24
Fourth Sunday in Advent
LOVE!
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His One and only Son that whoever believes in Him
will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
YOU ARE INVITED!
We are excited to have you here for our Children’s Christmas Pageant. Please join us afterwards for a time of refreshments: Hot Chocolate or Hot Cider and Christmas Cookies for all to share. Merry Christmas!
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We THANK YOU for your patience while Grace Church undergoes necessary building repairs!
UPDATE DIRECTORY
Please check the current directory in the Narthex and make any necessary updates. If you are NEW to Grace and wish to be added in, please sign up A.S.A.P. Thank you!
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLAR$
We are pleased to inform you that Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church has been enrolled as a participating organization in Thrivent Choice.
Thrivent Choice is a charitable grant program that allows eligible members to recommend where Thrivent Financial distributes part of its charitable outreach grant funds each year. Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church will be listed in the program’s searchable online catalog.
When eligible Thrivent financial members direct Choice Dollars to this church, we will receive a contribution from Thrivent Financial which will help carry out the various ministries of Grace Church.
For more information go to: www.Thrivent.com/thriventchoice
Or call 800-THRIVENT (800-847-4836)
CONTINUED EDUCATION
Derek will be attending a class in H.B., CA. for 3 days in the first week of January, 2012. He is grateful for all the financial support he’s received so far this year helping to pay for tuition, travel expenses and textbooks. If you feel led to help financially with this trip, please make checks out to Grace Church with "Derek's Education" in the memo. Thank you EVERYONE for your prayers and support!
Christmas Services
Please join us for our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 7:00pm on Sat. Dec. 24 or for our Christmas Day Service on Sunday Dec. 25 at 9:00am.
Blessed Christmas to all!!!
Week Before Christmas - Fun Recipe
Scripture Cake Recipe
CeCe Jackson version
½ C. Proverbs 30:33a
1 C. Jeremiah 6:20
1½ TB. 1 Samuel 14:25
3 Isaiah 10:14
2 ¼ C. Kings 4:22
2 tsp. Amos 4:5
1/8 tsp. Leviticus 2:13
1 Kings 10:2
¼ C. Judges 4:19b
1 C. Nahum 3:12
1 C. 1 Samuel 30:12
1 C. Numbers 17:8
Mix the ingredients in the order given and follow the advice given in Proverbs 23:14. Put in a greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350˚ until cake tests done, 35-45 minutes.
Translation
½ C. butter
1 C. sugar
1½ TB. honey
3 eggs
2¼ C. flour
2 tsp. soda
1/8 tsp. salt
Spices: 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
¼ C. milk
1 C. figs, chopped
1 C. raisins
1 C. almonds, chopped
Mix the ingredients in the order given and follow the advice given in Proverbs 23:14 (beat well). Put in a greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350˚ until cake tests done, 35-45 minutes.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Grace News - Dec. 11-17
Third Sunday in Advent
JOY!
The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people!” Luke 2:10
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We THANK YOU for your patience while Grace Church undergoes necessary building repairs!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
MANY THANKS to: Marg G., Debbie A., Robin Z., and Carole Z., for all their work in organizing this successful event! Thank you to all the volunteers that helped in so many ways. We had a WONDERFUL EVENING! The food, fellowship and entertainment was great. We look forward to keeping this tradition going… with your help!
Caroling was blessed!
MANY THANKS to Gail Lynn for leading us and for all of you who came Christmas Caroling yesterday to Tall Pines Rehabilitation & Care Facility and then to Sierra Blanca. What a joy it was to be able to bless so many ‘seniors’ and most of all, to BLESS THE LORD!
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT:
Sun., Dec. 18TH at 9:00AM. Children in
the Pageant must be at church by 8:30. Refreshments will be served after the service. We will provide hot cider and hot chocolate. We invite you to bring some cookies to share. MERRY THANKS!
FAITH With Action
PLEASE bring in ANY usable WARM CLOTHING for needy families with children. You can also support this ministry financially. Write your check to Grace Church and earmark it “F.W.A.” Thank you and GOD BLESS YOU!
Poinsettias
We would like to decorate the sanctuary with Poinsettias for the Christmas Services. Please sign up in the Narthex today!!! Cost is $10/plant. Thank you.
CONTINUED EDUCATION
Derek will be attending a class in H.B., CA. for 3 days in the first week of January, 2012. He is grateful for all the financial support he’s received so far this year helping to pay for tuition, travel expenses and textbooks. If you feel led to help financially with this trip, please make checks out to Grace Church with "Derek's Education" in the memo. Thank you EVERYONE for your prayers and support!
UPDATE DIRECTORY
Please check the current directory in the Narthex and make any necessary updates. If you are NEW to Grace and wish to be added in, please sign up A.S.A.P. Thank you!
Monday, December 5, 2011
Grace News - Dec. 4 - 10
Second Sunday in Advent
PEACE!
“Let us be patient people, trusting that all God’s promises will be fulfilled in due time.” 2 Pet.3:8-14
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We THANK YOU for your patience while Grace Church undergoes necessary building repairs!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
THIS FRIDAY EVENING at 6:00pm! There is still time for you to sign up. This is a FREE event and it is a POTLUCK DINNER for adults only. We encourage you to come get involved. Invite someone and come enjoy good food and good fellowship. If you would like to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop or Marg Geiger.
Join us for Caroling!
CHRISTMAS CAROLING, SAT. DEC. 10.
Meet at Grace Church at 4:00pm and caravan to Tall Pines Rehab. & Care Facility and then to Sierra Blanca.
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Our Christmas Children’s Pageant will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th. If you would like to help out in any way, please see Amanda Luptak. Thank you for your help!
FAITH With Action
PLEASE consider bringing in usable WARM WINTER CLOTHING for needy families with children. You can also donate financially by making your check payable to Grace Church and earmarking it “F.W.A.” There is a blue plastic container in the Narthex where you can place your donations. Thank you and God Bless you!
CONTINUED EDUCATION
Derek will be attending an M.I. class in H.B., CA. for 3 days in the first week of January, 2012. He is grateful for all the financial support he’s received so far this year helping to pay for tuition, travel expenses and textbooks. If you feel led to help financially with this trip, feel free to make checks out to Grace Church with "Derek's Education" in the memo, or enveloped cash marked for Derek's education on the envelope. Thank you EVERYONE for your prayers and support!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Grace News - Nov. 27 - Dec. 3
First Sunday in Advent
HOPE!
“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: the virgin will be with child and give birth and will call Him Emmanuel.” Isaiah 7:14
THANK YOU!!!
We wish to thank Joyce and Lee Reeck ‘s Home Group for all their work decorating our Sanctuary for Christmas! It looks BEAUTIFUL!
SERVANTS’ COUNCIL MEETING
Mon. Nov. 28th at 6:00 PM.
We encourage you to pray for our Council Members as well as for each Council Meeting. Thank you!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Dec. 9th is just around the corner! This is a FREE event but it is a POTLUCK DINNER! We have a signup sheet and we encourage you to get involved. Invite someone and come enjoy good food and good fellowship. If you would like to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop or Marg Geiger.
Join us for Caroling!
CHRISTMAS CAROLING, SAT. DEC. 10.
Meet at the Grace at 4:00pm and caravan to TALL PINES REHAB & CARE FACILITY in Show Low.
FAITH With Action
PLEASE consider bringing in usable winter clothing, hats, gloves, sox and jackets for needy families with children. There is a blue plastic container in the Narthex where you can place your donations. You can also donate financially by making your check payable to Grace Church and earmark it “F.W.A.” Thank you and God Bless you!
MID-WEEK STUDY
We are resuming our study of VICTORY OVER THE DARKNESS
by Neil Anderson on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00pm.
Childcare is provided. Please join us!
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Our Christmas Children’s Pageant will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th. If you would like to help out in any way, please see Amanda Luptak. Thank you for your help!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Grace News - Nov. 20 - 26
GIVE THANKS!
“I will praise God's name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving.” Psalm 69:30
FAITH With Action
PLEASE consider bringing in usable winter clothing, hats, gloves, sox and jackets for needy families with children. There is a blue plastic container in the Narthex where you can place your donations. Thank you and God Bless you!
J.O.Y. Group
The JOY Group will NOT be meeting
in November due to the over abundance of ‘JOYFUL TRAVELERS’ in our congregation!
MID-WEEK STUDY
There will NOT be a Wednesday evening study this week due to the Thanksgiving Holiday and members traveling out of town. We will resume our study of VICTORY OVER THE DARKNESS by Neil Anderson next week.. Keeeeep reading!!!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Have you already marked your calendars for this fun and festive Christmas event on Dec. 9th? This is a FREE event but it is a POTLUCK DINNER! We have a signup sheet and we encourage you to get involved. There will be 10 round tables with “open seating” for 8. Invite someone and come enjoy good food and good fellowship. A “Photographer” will be available to take your holiday pictures. If you would like to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop or Marg Geiger. Come join us!!!
Join us for Caroling!
CHRISTMAS CAROLING, SAT. DEC. 10.
MORE DETAILS SOON!
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Our Christmas Children’s Pageant will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th. If you would like to help out in any way, please see Amanda Luptak. Thank you for your help!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Grace News - Nov. 13-19
A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT AS WE PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS:
This time of year, it's so easy to get caught up in the frantic pace of events and financial anxieties. But let's remember that the CHILD who we are celebrating grew up and said, "Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened and I will give you REST." (Mt. 11:28) He is the ONE this season is all about and He does not want us anxious and stressed out. Let's all go into this season together with our eyes on Him, remembering to take time to focus on the ultimate gift God gave us - Himself, in human flesh. If that means turning down obligations to make more white space on the calendar, so be it. As His people, we are to reflect the joy of knowing HIM and this is a great season to do so, IF we keep it about HIM! ~ Derek Luptak
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Please sign up for Nov. & Dec. opportunities to teach our children! Our Christmas Children’s Pageant will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th and practice is already taking place. Thank you for your help!
FAITH With Action
PLEASE consider making a financial contribution to help purchase TURKEYS for needy families! Last year F.W.A. gave away 170 turkeys. You can make your checks payable to Grace Church and earmark them “F.W.A.” Thank you and God Bless you!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Mark your calendars now for this fun and festive event on Dec. 9th! If you are interested in helping out or just want to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop or Marg Geiger.
MID-WEEK STUDY
Join us! Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. – We are studying the book VICTORY OVER THE DARKNESS by Neil Anderson. We have ordered more books. The SUGGESTED DONATION for a book is $10. Childcare is provided.
The J.O.Y Group will not be meeting in November due to the over abundance of ‘JOYFUL TRAVELERS’ in our congregation!
Event Planners?
Last year we went Christmas Caroling at Solterra. Is there anyone here at Grace who would like to organize and coordinate a Christmas Caroling Event at a local nursing home or hospital? Please see Pia or email her at: office@graceshowlow.com
FREE BOOKS
Help yourself to any books on the rolling cart in the Narthex.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Grace News - Nov. 6-12
GREAT BIG THANKS
To all the volunteers who came to CLEAN GOD’S HOUSE YESTERDAY!
Your work is greatly appreciated.
GOD BLESS YOU!
A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT AS WE PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS:
This time of year, it's so easy to get caught up in the frantic pace of events and financial anxieties. But let's remember that the CHILD who we are celebrating grew up and said, "Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened and I will give you REST." (Mt. 11:28) He is the ONE this season is all about and He does not want us anxious and stressed out. Let's all go into this season together with our eyes on Him, remembering to take time to focus on the ultimate gift God gave us - Himself, in human flesh. If that means turning down obligations to make more white space on the calendar, so be it. As His people, we are to reflect the joy of knowing HIM and this is a great season to do so, IF we keep it about HIM! ~ Derek Luptak
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Please sign up for Nov. & Dec. opportunities to teach our children! Our Christmas Children’s Pageant will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th. Practice will begin TODAY during Sunday School class. Thank you for your help!
FAITH WITH ACTION
Fall and colder weather brings special needs to Families on the White Mountains. Please consider bringing in usable winter clothing, hats, gloves, sox and jackets for needy families. We will also be collecting turkeys and money for turkey purchases. In recent years we have given out 170 turkeys to families in need! You may contact Jessie (928-205-7337) to help or designate money in the offering to FWA. Thank you for your support!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Mark your calendars now for this fun and festive event on Dec. 9th! We are in need of “Hosts and/or Hostesses” for ten tables, as well as “Greeters.” If you are interested in signing up or just want to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop or Marg Geiger.
DANCE TEAM
If you have borrowed (or know anyone who has) any of the dance apparel used by the Dance Team, please return it to the church office anytime Mon. – Thurs. between 11am to 4pm. Thank you kindly!
MID-WEEK STUDY
Join us! Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. – We are studying the book VICTORY OVER THE DARKNESS by Neil Anderson. The SUGGESTED DONATION for a book is $10. Childcare is provided.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Grace News - Oct. 30 to Nov. 5
THANK YOU!
Thank you for the opportunity to share about SPUR MINISTRIES with you last Sunday. Thank you for your financial support, your prayers and willingness to help out with the Navajo hogan project.
God bless you! Steve Thompson
SPUR MINISTRIES, 3453 Spur Lane, Show Low, AZ 85901.
Ph: 928-205-1279. azspur2002@yahoo.com,
FAITH WITH ACTION
Fall and colder weather brings special needs to Families on the White Mountains. Please consider bringing in usable winter clothing, hats, gloves, sox and jackets for needy families. We will also be collecting turkeys and money for turkey purchases. In recent years we have given out 170 turkeys to families in need! You may contact Jessie (928-205-7337) to help or designate money in the offering to FWA. Thank you for your support!
MID-WEEK STUDY
WED. NOV. 2nd from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. - We will begin a 10 week study of the book VICTORY OVER THE DARKNESS by Neil Anderson. The cost for a book is $10. Childcare will be provided. Sign-up sheet is in the Narthex. Join us and invite a friend!
BI-ANNUAL CHURCH CLEAN UP DAY
SAT. NOV. 5th will be our 2011 Fall ‘CHURCH CLEANING DAY.’ EVERYONE is encouraged to help out! If you can’t help on that day, we have a list of ‘chores to be done’ available and you can sign up to do any one or more of them before or after this date. Continental Breakfast will be provided on Nov.5th. Sign up if you plan to join us on Saturday. Let us all be good stewards of GOD’S HOUSE!
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Mark your calendars now for this fun and festive event on Dec. 9th! This is going to be a ‘fundraiser’ that will benefit the Grace Church Building Fund. We are in need of “Hosts and/or Hostesses” for ten tables, as well as “Greeters.” If you are interested in signing up or just want to find out more about it, please see Debbie Allsop today. She has a sign-up sheet.
DANCE TEAM
If you have borrowed (or know anyone who has) any of the apparel used by the Dance Team, please return it to the church office Mon. – Thurs. between 11am to 4pm. Thank you kindly!
Monday, October 17, 2011
Grace News - Week of Oct. 16-22
TONIGHT
Sun. Oct. 16, 5:00-8:30pm
FREE YOUTH MOVIE NIGHT
AND JAVA-CADE
Come see this awesome movie from a true story: END OF THE SPEAR
POPCORN & DRINKS provided.
Invite your Jr. High and High School friends!
JOY CONNECTION
Are you 55+? Single or Married?
Enjoy food and fellowship?
Then YOU’RE INVITED!
Meeting this Saturday. Oct.22nd at the Simon’s home at 6pm. Questions? Please RSVP by Wed. Oct. 19th.
Pick up a yellow flyer in the Narthex for more information, or call Pat Weldon at 928-242-7071.
CONCERT @ GRACE
THE CHOIR & KEROSENE HALO
SATURDAY, OCT. 22, 7:00p.m.
Doors open at 6:30p.m.
$10 Tickets (Advance Purchase)
$15 Tickets (Day of Show)
Grace Youth get in freeeeee!
Contact Derek for more information.
SPUR MINISTRIES
Sunday, Oct. 23rd
We will learn more about this vital ministry dedicated to introducing Native Americans to Jesus Christ.
Opportunities for you to help out: Pray; Volunteer on a work team; Donate. Pamphlets will be available in the Narthex.
PLAN AHEAD…
SAT. NOV. 5th will be our 2011 Fall ‘CHURCH CLEANING DAY.’ EVERYONE is encouraged to help out! If you can’t help on that day, we have a list of ‘chores to be done’ available and you can sign up to do any one or more of them at your earliest convenience. Continental Breakfast will be provided on Nov.5th. Let us all be good stewards of GOD’S HOUSE!
Celebrate Recovery!
Celebrate Recovery is a Christian step program based on the Beatitudes. It emphasizes freedom and healing thru Christ for any of life’s hurts and hang-ups, promoting change. Meet at Grace on Fridays: 6:00 – 9:00pm. For more information, Call Cathy Mast at 242-3170, Reed Weldon at 928-358-9106 or the Grace Church Office at 928-537-4817.
ATTN: MEN OF GRACE CHURCH
You can still join in. The book TRUE FACED is written by Bill Thrall, Bruce McNicol and John Lynch. The next meeting will be on Saturday, Oct. 29th. Men’s Breakfast will be from 7:00 to 9:30am in the Fireside Room. Invite a friend and plan to attend. Questions?
See Derek Luptak.
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