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Save your Change for the Circle of Empowerment!
Meg Boren, Grace's medical missionary for the Circle of Empowerment in Nicaragua, is preaching on September 21 and 24. We will take a Noisy Offering on those days to support the work Meg leads- providing medical care and training for local leaders, educational support for children and those furthering their education to care for their community and provide for their families, important social programs and more! Bills are also welcome. This is a wonderful way to make some NOISE as we support this mission and care for the poor and needy in our world.
Your Grace Office Staff
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Houston Hurricane Relief
We join people all over our country in praying for the people of Houston as they sustain damage from Hurricane Harvey. If you are looking for a way to help with the recovery effort, we highly recommend Lutheran Disaster Response. Our church does Disaster Relief extremely well- staying long after many organizations have left. Plus, 100% of your donations go to hurricane relief!
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Meg Is Preaching!
We are so happy to have Meg Boren sharing the message this week on Thursday and Sunday. Meg is preaching on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard from Matthew 20. She will also share the children's message and lead the Adult Forum at 9:15 a.m. on Sunday. It is always in inspiring pleasure to have Meg share God's Word as she talks about her work in Nicaragua.
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Thursday Evening Bible Study - The History of the Church of Jesus Christ - Latter Day Saints
We began our new class last week by looking at the story of the life of Joseph Smith, Jr., the founder of the Latter-day Saints. We looked at his claims of receiving a special revelation that led him to translate the "Book of Mormon". This week we continue his story as the first Saints moved to Ohio, Missouri and finally Illinois where they established the city of Nauvoo. It was there that Smith met his violent death in 1844.
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Family Promise News
Our next week of hosting is September 17th -24th.
We presently have one mother and her preschool aged daughter in the program. As always, this can change prior to our hosting week.
Please sign up both online and on our paper copy in the Gathering Space as soon as possible.
If you have not received the email to the online link, please let Mari know. (
Mag2532@aol.com
) Shifts for the week are filling up nicely, however we especially need overnight hosts. Please consider signing up for this shift. We now have air mattresses for our overnight volunteers.
Grace and Living Hope will be mentoring new volunteers from Pilgrim church during our host week. We welcome Pilgrim church volunteers into the program.
We are also in need of a new Food coordinator and Overnight host coordinator as well. Please talk to Kim Beloin or Mari Goecks about the positions.
If anyone, who is not already on our Family Promise team at Grace, and would like to join, a Training night is scheduled for Today, September 6th, 6:30-8:00 in the Gathering Space at Grace.
Our last host week for 2017: October 29th-November 5th.
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A New Fellowship Opportunity - Dine In or Dine Out?
Grace is starting a fun, new ministry for anyone who likes to Dine In or Dine Out. We will be putting together fun groups of people who either want to dine in or dine out. Each group will meet three times in six months for fellowship & fun!
There is a signup sheet for everyone to sign up to either Dine In or Dine Out. That's it for now! Once everyone has signed up we will be putting together groups based on your Dine In or Dine Out preference.
Then on Sunday, October 15 at 11:30 am everyone who signed up will get together for a kick off pot luck lunch. Grace will provide the main dish. We will gather, eat lunch together & then everyone will meet the people in their group. Make sure to bring your calendar so that you can schedule your three dates.
Each small group will consist of people you may or may not know from Grace as a great way to connect & meet new people. At the end of the six months we will meet again for a pot luck lunch, add new friends & make new groups.
If you have any questions or would like to sign up for this exciting new ministry, contact Lisa Bernd at di@gracegrafton.com.
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Register Now for Sunday School!
If you didn't have a chance to pick up the information in the gathering area or weren't able to make it on Rally Sunday, no worries! You can find the Sunday School Registration Form on the Grace education page at
http://www.gracegrafton.com/christian-education.html
Copies are also available in the gathering space next to the welcome desk. Completed forms can be emailed to Katie or dropped off in the church office. If you have any questions, contact Katie at
Katie@GraceGrafton.com
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Grace Education Newsletter Available Online
Want to know more about what we're doing in Sunday School this year? Make sure to check out the Grace Education Newsletter (
http://www.gracegrafton.com/christian-education.html
) to find out all of this year's important Sunday School news including the full calendar of events, updates on exciting changes, information about the Christmas program and much more! It's everything you need to know about Sunday School at Grace! Copies are also available in the gathering space next to the welcome desk. If you have any questions, contact Katie at
Katie@GraceGrafton.com
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Sunday School Looking for Containers
Our Sunday School art rotation would like to do a craft project using coffee containers, oatmeal containers, Pringle containers, etc. Please save these containers AND their lids, and bring them to church in September and October. There will be a collection bin outside of the church office. Thanks for your help!
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Check Out This Month's Sunday School Bible Story
This year our Sunday School program purchased new curriculum, which allows students in 3K-5th grade to study the same Bible story at the same time! They may not all be doing the same projects and activities in class, but they are all reading and learning about the same message. Each Bible story is covered for a three-week rotation. If you would like to get more information about each Bible story, along with some great ideas for activities or discussion points at home, download the Family Take Home Page for each story from our Education Page:
http://www.gracegrafton.com/christian-education.html
For our first Bible story, we will be taking a closer look at Hannah and Samuel and how they learned to trust God.
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Looking for Reformation Walk Actors
We're hosting a Reformation Walk for Sunday School students and their families on Sunday, Oct 15 during Education Hour. There will be a variety of stations related to Luther's life and the Reformation, but we need actors to help us run the stations and play various roles. No need to memorize lines and no practices outside of Oct 15. We're looking for both men and women to play Luther, Katie, a German teacher and more. If you are interested in helping, please contact Katie at
Katie@GraceGrafton.com.
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Sunday School Families-Join Us for a Reformation Walk
In honor of celebrating 500 years of Luther's Reformation, we will be holding a Reformation Walk for all Sunday School students and their families on Sunday, October 15 during Education Hour. This Faith Milestone's event will be a fun and educational way for everyone to learn more about Luther's life and the Reformation. By visiting a variety of stations including Luther's birthplace, the Wittenberg Café and a church castle, Grace's "famous" actors will help bring Luther and the Reformation to life! Make sure to mark your calendars to be there.
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Looking for Reformation Walk Decoration
Do you have castle décor? Maybe burlap bags or wooden crates? An old lantern or metal candlestick holder? We're looking for décor to help us transform Grace into the 1500s for our Sunday School Reformation Walk. If you have any items we could borrow, please contact Katie at
Katie@GraceGrafton.com or drop them off in the office (make sure to label them so you get them back). Thank you in advance for your help and support!
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Service & Spaghetti
On Thursday, October 12 we will be putting together the Personal Care Kits for Lutheran Family Relief. We will gather at 5:00 pm for a spaghetti dinner & then put the kits together after we are done eating.
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Quilt Sunday
Quilt Sunday is less than 2 weeks away! The quilters are busy as bees creating more beautiful quilts to send to Lutheran World Relief and for the congregation to purchase at $20.00 each. Be prepared to purchase one of these beautiful quilts for those special people on your Christmas or birthday list. Also, available will be some colorful hot pads priced at $8.00 for a set. This year there will be 2 items to bid on - a specially made quilt and a child's quilt and pillow to match. The quilts will be on display Thursday, September 28th and Sunday, October 1st.
To help us make more quilts, Thrivent has donated some funds for the coming year and provided us with t-shirts to wear on the 28th and 1st. Just look for the women wearing the dark blue t-shirts with the Thrivent logo. The quilters thank Thrivent for their generous donation.
The quilters thank you, Grace Church, for your donations throughout the year to enable us to continue this very worthwhile ministry.
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Ladies of Grace- You're invited to join Lydia Circle
Lydia Circle is a Women's Bible Study group that meets once a month at 7pm at church, usually on the 4th Tuesday of the month. We are beginning a new study this year on September 26. In this 12-session small group Bible study, Twelve Women of the Bible, we will look at the spiritual lessons learned from twelve biblical women and what they mean for your life today. You'll learn about the triumphs and failures of Biblical women, studying their lives and learning how to:
- Apply biblical lessons to their own modern-day struggles
- Live through their failures as well as successes
- Draw near to God in a world filled with trials
- Find lasting contentment
- Overcome rejection and insecurity and much more
Each of the 12 sessions focuses on one biblical person (Rebekah, Abigail, Hannah, Gomer, Leah, Mary Magdalene, Mary of Bethany, Martha, The Woman at the Well, Mary the mother of Jesus, and The Syrophoenician Woman). You'll discover lessons from each of these women that will help you persevere through the circumstances you are facing today. Let Pastor Heidi know if you'll be joining us and she can get you a book ($10).
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Book Study "Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time" in September
Pastor Heidi will lead a study on Marcus Borg's book "Meeting Jesus Again for the First time" beginning September 20 at 7pm. This is an easy to read but deep and challenging book- it will make you ask tough questions about who Jesus really is. We will meet three times (9/20, 9/27 & 10/4) in the conference room off the Gathering Area. You can find the book on Amazon or book stores. Sign up on the sheet on the Gathering Area bulletin board, or let Pastor Heidi know if you will be participating-
pastorheidi@gracegrafton.com. We will read the preface and Chapters 1 & 2 for the first week.
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Upcoming Youth Activities
- High School Youth are invited to come together for a campfire, snacks, and games. HYPE will be having an event on Sunday, September 17th @ 5:30. Friends are welcome to attend. Questions, erica@gracegrafton.com
- 3. Auction Items Needed!!! Grace Youth Groups are looking for donations for the Craft Fair Silent Auction on November 11th. Please consider donating goods, services or events to the silent auction. Auction item donation sheets are available on the Youth Events board in the Gathering Space. Questions, erica@gracegrafton.com
- 4. KFC Meeting on September 17th! KFC meetings are open to Grace Youth and friends Grades 3rd - 5th. KFC will be meeting from 11:30 - 1:30 in Fellowship Hall. The mission of the KFC Youth Group is to provide a safe and welcoming place for youth ages 3rd - 5th grade to better know, understand and develop their own personal faith in Jesus, live out the joy Jesus wants us to share, and receive support as they take important steps in their faith journey. Question, erica@gracegrafton.com.
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Lunch Bunch
Please join us at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 21st at PJ Pipers, W61 N514 Washington Ave., Cedarburg.
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JYG Event on September 24th!
Youth Grades 6th to 8th are invited to attend this event at Grace from 3:00 - 5:00. This is a "Get to Know Ya" event. We will be playing games, having some snack and getting to know each other. Friends are welcome to attend. Sign-up sheet will be in the Gathering Space. Questions? erica@gracegrafton.com.
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New Thursday Evening Bible Study Starting September 14
"What Do Mormons and Jehovah's Witnesses Believe?"
This new topic for our Thursday evening group was suggested by a member of our group. We'll delve into the history and beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, the Mormons, and the Jehovah's Witnesses. Both of these groups are known for knocking on people's doors to share their beliefs with others. But most people don't really know what they actually believe or how they came to be. Pastor Paul will share the stories of both groups and how their theology is similar, and quite distinct, from mainline Christianity. Our first session will be at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 14 in the conference room off the gathering area.
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"In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul"
If you, or someone you know, is interested in being part of this exciting pilgrimage of faith next June, please let me know. A good number of people have come to our information meetings or have talked to me. If you are considering coming on this journey to Greece, Turkey, islands in the Mediterranean and Rome, just let me know. I have information to share. The trip is open to Grace members, members of other churches, family and friends.
Pastor Paul
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"Fathering 101: Be the Dad" Starts on Saturday
The first session for the new DVD discussion series on being a Christian Dad starts this Saturday, September 23 at 9:00 a.m. This initial class is called, "Be the Dad Who Abides" and focuses on being there for our families in a physical and emotional way. We're meeting in the High School Youth Room to watch the video. There's no workbook and no cost. This will be worth your while.
Pastor Paul
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1st Annual Ozaukee County Alzheimer's Walk
It's Not Too Late to Sign Up!
Do you have a family member or know of anyone effective by Alzheimer 's disease? Even if you don't, you can help find a cure. Ozaukee County will have their first Alzheimer's Walk on October 7th at Veteran's Park in Port Washington. The walk helps generate funds for the Alzheimer's Association for research and support for persons affected with Alzheimer's and their families. I would like to have a "Grace" team to walk on October 7th. I have a signup sheet, registration forms and donation forms on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space. If you are interested, please fill out the appropriate form and either put it in my mailbox or you can mail it directly to the Alzheimer's Association. Questions please call Trudi Biefeld at 375-0958 or email at
jbiefeld@att.net. Let's show our Grace Spirit by having a great team! My goal is to have 20 members of our team. We are half way there!!!!
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RNT Cookout on October 11th
Our October RNT Event will be a Hotdog/S'mores Roast, Wednesday, October 11th, at Jim and Trudi Biefeld's home, 2003 Wildwood Drive, Cedarburg. The festivities will begin at 4:00 p.m. The cost is $2 per person. Please bring a dish to pass. Beverage will be provided. RSVP to
jbiefeld@att.net.
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The Luthers are Coming! Save the Date!
On Sunday, October 22 at 4pm we will be treated to a visit from Martin and Katie Luther (or at least, people representing them). They will give us a first-person account of their lives, and then have time for questions and answers. The presentation will be followed by a potluck. Details coming later- but save the date for this fun event!
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Missing Anything?
Are you missing a hat, sweatshirt, sparkly headband, reading glasses or a pair of pants? We might have what you're looking for! Check out our new Lost & Found bin in the coat room next to the conference room. In the future, any lost items can be placed in there for their owner to re-discover.
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Staff Schedules
We are on our summer schedules! Of course with summer vacations and holiday schedules, things can change, so it's always a good idea to make an appointment or call ahead, but these are generally when we are in the office with the exception of visits or other outside work duties.
The office is open Monday thru Friday from 9-12 and 1-4.
Pastor Paul: Tuesday-Friday
Pastor Heidi: Tuesday-Thursday
Lisa Bernd: Monday-Wednesday
Ed Borkenhagen: Tuesday-Friday
Erica Dimmett: Tuesday, Wednesday from 3-Confirmation, Friday morning
Katie Eippert: Tuesday & Thursday (8-5)
A pastor is always available in emergencies. Our cell phone numbers are always on the church voicemail recording- 377-4770. Please don't hesitate to call us if you need us. That is what we're here for.
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Mt. Meru Coffee is available for purchase in the Gathering Space
Several varieties of coffee are now available for immediate purchase. Please complete the order form, include cash or check made payable to the Mt. Meru Coffee Project and deposit in the box provided. If you do not find the type of coffee you need, please complete an order form as the coffee will be restocked monthly. Regular, decaf, or flavored coffee sells for $10.00/12 oz. bag. Drip and perk grinds as well as whole bean and single-serve cups are available.
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| Don't forget...One Can Plan Our ongoing mission is collecting nonperishable goods for Ozaukee Family Sharing and All People's Church in Milwaukee. Please bring one nonperishable food item when you come to worship and place it in the yellow barrel. The yellow barrel is located in the corner of the Gathering Area under the Outreach Opportunity Bulletin Board. |
| The Good News is on the Website There is a lot going on at Grace this month. You can read all about it in this months Good News. Follow the link:
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Responsibility List
Responsibility for Thursday, September 21
At the 6:30 p.m. service: Penny Scheibach is the greeter.
Responsibilities for Sunday, September 24
At the 8:00 a.m. service:
Joan Tuttle is the assisting minister, Jeff Holle is the reader, Linda Scott's team is ushering, Diane Kiesow & Mark Koehler are the greeters, Erica Dimmett is in the nursery, Alex Kamenick is in the multimedia room, Dan & Jan Ernst have coffee hour & Steve & Karen Janssen are at the Welcome Desk.
At the 10:30 a.m. service:
Darlyne Holle is the reader, Aaron Goethel is the acolyte, The Steinhoff Family is ushering, Sandy Luettgen & John & Donna Pospichal are the greeters, Diana Koppa with Sheridan Gosselin are in the nursery, Greg Schwartz is in the multimedia room & Judy Kloehn is at the Welcome Desk.
Responsibility for Thursday, September 28
At the 6:30 p.m. service: Ann Turney is the greeter.
Responsibilities for Sunday, October 1
At the 8:00 a.m. service:
Marcia Vrankin is the assisting minister, Kathy Kehoe is the reader, Abbey Fick & Catie Freymuth are the acolytes, Fred Petersen's team is ushering, Gary & Marietta Northup & Joan Tuttle are the greeters, A VOLUTNEER is needed in the nursery, Scott Steffen is in the multimedia room, Jane Johnson is the communion assistant, Sue Korineck has communion setup, Lynda Lalley has coffee hour & Jim & Kathy Kehoe are at the Welcome Desk.
At the 10:30 a.m. service:
Nicki Donahue is the reader, Ashley Acevedo & Jordan Walton are the acolytes, Melanie Arndt's team is ushering, Larry & Penny Scheibach & Vicki Sperber are the greeters, Shelby Struck with Paige Arnold are in the nursery, Jake Salzman is in the multimedia room, Brynn McCarthy & Darlyne Holle are the communion assistants, Marla Aspenson has communion cleanup & Brooke Napiwocki is at the Welcome Desk.
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