Weekly Highlights for November 17, 2019
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Sunday's Sermon
"When Everything Old is New Again"
Acts 17:16-21
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Worship Service Times
8:45 AM Worship
Sunday School and Adult Education
at 10 AM
11:00 AM Worship
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Welcome New Member
Bob Clark
Adult Ed. Classes
"Christology"
Begins November 17th
10:00 am in the Sanctuary
Jesus: fully man, fully divine. Using the accepted Creeds of the Church as guides, in this class we will delve into the fullness of Christ as both man and God and why salvation hinges upon this truth.
Taught by Pastor Malinak
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The Academy
The Academy consists of 12 courses in which participants will grow in knowledge of God's Word, learn how to use it when engaging with others, and discover how to evangelize effectively. Each course of The Academy is designed to equip believers as missionaries with scripture-based doctrine, that they may bring a solid, theological defense of faith with confidence. Participants can join classes at any time, and in no particular order, at no cost to them. Childcare is available with a reservation.
Year 1 Classes
Sacraments and Solas
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Sundays 6-7 pm
October 6- November 3, 2019
The class will lay the Biblical groundwork for why Christians believe what we believe in how one is saved and how God sustains one in faith.
What is the Bible?
Taught by Pastor Eibel
Tuesdays 7-8 pm
January 7-28, 2020
Caring for Our Neighbor
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Sundays 6-7 pm
March 1-22, 2020
Year 2 Classes
The Creed
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Fall 2020
How to Interpret the Bible
Taught by Pastor Eibel
Winter 2021
Old Testament
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Spring 2021
Year 3 Classes
Living a Life of Faith
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Fall 2021
Law and Gospel
Taught by Pastor Eibel
Winter 2022
New Testament
Taught by Pastor Malinak
Spring 2022
Ongoing Classes & Workshops
Everyone His Witness: HOW (showing us how to engage those in our mission field). Workshops held in February, June and October. Led by Pastor Malinak.
Click Here to Sign-up
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Everyday Boldness Workshop
Grow in Boldness to Share the Good News. Everyday missionaries need everyday boldness. We will identify reasons Christians might lack boldness to share the Gospel. We will examine what the Bible has to say, in order to gain a new perspective; where our focus is on God, His ability, and His faithfulness to His Word. Taught by Steve Burke on Saturday, December 7th from 8:30-11:30 AM.
Sign-up Here
Men's Breakfast & Bible Study
We will begin our study Saturday, December 14th at 7:30 AM at the church. Please RSVP to Keith Grant at kgflier@aol.com so we know how many to cook for! Hope you can join us!
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Thanksgiving Worship &
Pie Fest
Wednesday, November 27th, 7 PM
Join us for our annual pie fest following the worship service. Sign up to bring a pie
Here.
LIFT (Ladies In Faith Together) Dinner
All ladies are welcome to join us Thursday, November 21st, at 6:45 PM for dinner at Main Street Bakery (316 S. Main St.) in Grapevine.
Sign-Up Here
LIFT (Ladies in Faith Together) Christmas Event
We are having a Christmas afternoon tea to share fellowship during this wonderful time of year. Join us Sunday, December 8th, from 2-5 PM in the Family Life Center. We will discuss upcoming events planned for 2020. We are also having a "secret" ornament exchange during our tea. If you would like to participate, bring a new wrapped ornament, without tags. Finally, we would like to collect gloves, hats, and socks for the homeless of Fort Worth. For more information contact Lori Kohler and Maureen Garrison.
Would you love a chance to get to know your church friends outside of church? Are you looking for a way to reach out to someone without a church home? Life Groups provide you with a way to do both! Each month our Life Groups will have a social event that you are invited to attend and encouraged to bring a friend along! These are open to everyone throughout the year- jump in any time you can!
Young Families & Young Couples & New Parents: Join us at Taste Buds Kitchen (2140 E. Southlake Blvd. Suite V) on Friday, December 6th, from 5:30-7 PM. for our Christmas party. Each family will receive a gingerbread house to decorate with unlimited candy! We'll have pizza and hot cocoa. The cost is $40 per family.
Mature Singles:
Join us for lunch after the late service on Sunday, December 8th, at Salt Grass Steakhouse in Grapevine
Life Experienced: Lunch on Sunday, November 17th, after the late service, at Chef Point (5220 Highway 121).
Tweeners: We will be attending the Museum of Biblical Art on Sunday, November 17th (tentative date) at 1 PM. For more information and cost visit biblicalarts.org.
Middlers: Join us on Saturday, November 23rd, at 5:30 for dinner at Cotton Patch Cafe. The next stop is across the street at the Palace Theater to watch the classic, You've Got Mail at 7:30. Tickets are $6 and you get a free popcorn with your receipt from Cotton Patch.
Small Groups meet bi-monthly to grow in faith and build lasting friendships. Each group has the opportunity to study how Scripture informs our daily lives and how we, as new creations in Christ, can live in the promises received through baptism. Participants grow in friendship as they learn to love, support, and encourage one another on this journey together into a deeper life in Christ.
Griefshare is designed to help those grieving the death of a loved one find comfort from God's Word. This 13 week course meets on Tuesday nights at 7 PM at the church. Sessions are "self-contained" so you can attend at any time. You can learn more about the class at www.grieshare.org.
"Aging Backwards" Exercise Class
Meets at the church every Tuesday and Friday morning at 9:30 AM. Includes low intensity, gentle stretching, and a short devotion and prayer together. For both men and women. Contact Barbara Walker to attend the Tuesday Class (817-996-1187), and Lori Vinz to attend the Friday Class (817-917-9037). If you would like to start another class at a different time, the videos are available through the church office.
The Fellowship Golf group meets on Thursdays at Bear Creek Golf Club. Tee time between 9-10 AM. Hope you can join us. Everyone is welcome! For more information, contact
Carl Young
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Grapevine Police Appreciation
As you plan for your seasonal baking, please consider baking some cookies for Grapevine PD. We are planning to put together cookie bags. We're looking for 12-15 people who would be willing to provide 3 dozen fresh home baked normal sized cookies (no giant ones). Gluten free cookies are always appreciated too. We'll have a bag assembly after the 2nd service on Sunday, December 15th and will need the cookies delivered to the church prior to that date.
Thanksgiving Food Drive
We are partnering again with Cannon Elementary in Grapevine to provide food for those in need. Filled boxes need to be returned to the church no later than Sunday, November 17th.
FriendSpeak
We have begun a wonderful new outreach ministry here at Living Word. We need volunteers to engage in one-to-one English conversation with international friends on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00. Training is provided. This is a fun and easy; a great way to make a new friend. Contact
Steve for more information.
Union Gospel Mission
We are collecting new/gently used purses for the ladies at UGM. We would like to fill the purses with lotions, shampoo, soap, feminine products, finger nail polish, costume jewelry, snacks, socks, and tissues. We would like to include ministry materials like daily devotional books, music, book markers, writing pads, pens. The purses/ministry materials can be slightly used but the toiletries need to be new. Place items in the family life center.
Another Tool to Share the Good News
Contact Steve if you would like to have a file (by USB Drive or Drop Box) of over 100 Inspirational Graphics that you can use to share Good News with a neighbor, friend or co-worker by text, email, or through your social media.
Click Here to email.
"Paws and Pals"
LWLC Pet Therapy Ministry
If you have a well-behaved, friendly pet that's good around strangers, consider joining "Paws and Pals" our LWLC Pet Therapy Ministry. Next visit to Woodridge Nursing Home is Saturday, November 9th
at 1:30. Contact
Steve to request more information, or to sign up.
Handmade With Love Ministry
Join the team to make handmade caps, socks and blankets for new born babies.
Once a month, the items are collected and donated to our mission partner, Mid-Cities Pregnancy Center. Contact Steve for more information.
LWLC Sewing Group
We meet the second Saturday of every month from 10-2 PM at the church. Join us as we quilt for Lutheran World Relief. There are various jobs you can assist with. For more info., Click Here.
Union Gospel Mission
Serving Dinners
If you would like to help volunteer to serve dinners at the Union Gospel Mission Homeless Shelter, (1321 East Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth), please join us the 2nd Thursday of every month from
4-7 PM. This is a good event to invite your unchurched neighbors and friends to participate in. For more information,
Congregational Mission Trips
"You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8
LWLC is sending you, because you are the missionaries sharing the gospel:
- Dove Elementary: Witness to kids 3rd-5th grade at Dove Elementary Kid's Beach Club Thursdays 2:45-4:05pm through games, Bible stories, and snack time. Anyone who cannot physically volunteer, being a prayer partner is a great way to be involved. Resumes in the fall. Click Here
- Chicago: Be a witness, partnering with "My Father's Business" as we build relationships while playing basketball, sharing a meal and conversation, and sharing the gospel with inner-city youth. Trip dates: TBD. Cost $75. Click Here
2020 Youth Mission Trips:
- Sr. High Youth: Lutheran Valley Retreat- Woodland, CO. July 25th through the 1st of August. Cost $325 Click Here
- Jr. Sr. High Youth: Memphis, TN. July 11th through July 17th. Cost $325 Click Here
- Family Mission Trip: Costa Rica. June 6th through June 13th. Cost $475 Click Here
Where are you being called?
Did you know?.... Living Word helps support three missionary families.
- L. and R. in the Philippines- Evangelism and Bible translation.
- Samuel Chim in Cambodia- Evangelism and Church Planting.
- Victor and Sara Gaultney in UK- Bible Translation.
We pray for their safety and fruitful work for the Kingdom.
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Pin Stack Bowling
5:30-9 PM
CLYYF (1-6 grade) - November 15th
Jr. & Sr. High-November 16th
Both events include bowling, pizza, drinks, laser tag, rock wall, video games, bumper cars, and more. No cost.
Epic Waters -December 22nd
All Youth Event Epic Waters
We will meet on Sunday, December 22nd, at Epic Waters (2970 Epic Place, Grand Prairie) at 12:45, there is no cost for this event. There are lots of great slides, a lazy river, video games, and a huge kids area! This is a *Beacon Event*, a special occasion to invite a friend. So come on out and bring friends!
Sign-up Here
Wednesday Family Nights
Come enjoy family dinners, music groups for all ages, Confirmation classes and youth fellowship and service projects. See schedule below.
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5:20-6:30 PM
Dinner
6:00-6:55 PM Cherub Creations & Choir (Ages 3-Kindergarten)
Handbells (Teens & Adults)
6:00-6:30 PM Alleluia Choir (1-3 Grade),
Praise Chimes (4-8 Grade)
6:30-6:45 PM Praise Choir & Alleluia Bible Encounters
6:45-7:45 PM Praise Bible Encounters and Games, Alleluia Games
& Service Projects.
7:00-8:00 PM Living Word Voices (Teens & Adults)
7:15-8:00 PM Confirmation (7th-8th Grade)
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Wednesday Family Night Dinner Menu
November 20, 2019
Pizza, Gluten Free Pizza, Salad, Dessert
Sunday Youth Nights
The Sunday youth night for the Jr. & Sr. High Youth on Sunday, November 17th. Jr. high meets from 5:20-6:50 PM and Sr. High from
7-8:30 PM. Bring a friend!
For more information on youth, contact David Coulson at davidcoulson@lwlc.com.
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Please excuse the short term inconvenience as the narthex and entryway are updated. During this renovation, coffee and cookies will be served in the Family Life Center.
The updates will include new flooring, lighting, a raised ceiling in the extended narthex, furniture, sign up/welcome center, and an improved coffee serving area. We encourage you to keep your nametags in your car or purse. The name tags will be placed in marked baggies in the front office on the next few Sunday mornings for you to pick up.
Look forward to the welcoming new look in the months ahead!
Church Pictorial Directory
Members can log into our Online Church Directory at
It's also very convenient to have the church directory on your cell phone. Go to your app store and search "Instant Church Directory". Look for the logo below. It's free! If you need help ask Steve.
We all know what a blessing it is to be a part of such a warm and welcoming faith community at LWLC; now you have an easy way of inviting someone who doesn't already have a church home...take a Conversation Card from the table in the Narthex and invite someone this week!
LWLC YouTube Channel
Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch sermons, adult ed. classes, choir and special music selections, and other LWLC videos. Share them with your friends. You can easily access our channel, as well as all our social media from the bottom of each page on mylwlc.com. Once on our YouTube page, click the red "subscribe" tab. Subscribing to our channel will help us be more visible on the YouTube search engine.
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- Ask a Question
- Request Information
- Share a Prayer Request
- Watch a Recent Sermons
- Check the LWLC Music Schedule
- Check the Church Calendar
- Sign up for Current Events
- Access all our Social Media Platforms by clicking the icons at the bottom of each page.
Living Word has several new social media platforms. You can access them on our website mylwlc.com and click the links at the bottom of each page or you can access them below. Check them out today!
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