E-Sermon November 8, 2020
"Life in Christ"
Romans 8:31-39
e-news can be found below the sermon video
Please review the video below if you plan on attending indoor worship.
e-news from Grace
Grace Lutheran Church - Election of Officers & Elders

A Voters’ Assembly Meeting will be held Sunday, November 15, @11:30 AM in the church sanctuary.

The vote to be taken at the Voters’ meeting is for the election of Church Council Officers and Elders.

The nominating committee has been hard at work and is pleased to announce the following nominees who are willing to serve Grace Church and School.

The Administrative Council Officer positions of President and Vice President will be elected for three-year terms.      
Candidates are:
  • President: Jennifer Woodmansee
  • Vice President: Larry Berkel
            
Three Elder terms are expiring and candidates will be elected for three-year terms.
Candidates are:
  • Darryl Reitmeyer
  • Matt Arnold
  • Mark Schmidt

If you are an active, voting member please read THIS LETTER from Congregational President, Jack Anderson. You can find more information for the voters' meeting HERE.

If you have any questions Contact Jack Anderson (captjack1@cox.net) or
Bob Glaser (bobglaser22@gmail.com)
See you on Nov. 15th!  
Blessings!
Join us for Thanksgiving Day worship on November 26th at 9:00 AM in the sanctuary. (There will not be an online worship on this day)
Grace Latino Ministry Turkey Drive
Our Latino ministry has 50 families in need of a Thanksgiving dinner this year. We are asking for your help with donations of the following:
Turkeys or hams, gift cards or cash. Checks may be written to Grace Latino Ministry and please specify “Turkey drive” in the memo line.
Donations can be dropped off in the church office Monday through Thursday 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Or you may place your monetary donation in the offering plate.
Our Thanksgiving turkeys will be delivered to families November 24th. For any questions please call Alicia or Ana at 760-745-0831 Ext. 7104
Grace Middle School Youth Group (Face to Face) News
Do you have children in 6th - 8th grade? If so, we hope to see them, and ask them to bring a friend to Youth Group at Grace! Here's some news from our Youth Group Leader, Max Bowman:
Coming up.... Welcome 6th Grade/Hollywood Game Night!
  • This will be on November 14th from 6-9pm!!
  • We will be admitting the kids through the gate between the gym and the Youth Room.
  • We will have an intern stationed at the entrance to take temperatures and make sure everyone has a mask.
  • We will bring them in to sit in the courtyard and then we will go over all the information they will need to have for Face 2 Face, including rules and expectations, as well as upcoming events. Then we will officially welcome in the new 6th graders even though a large number of them have already been coming. :-)
  • Pastor Aaron will be giving the message that night and then we will be playing Hollywood Game Night!! This is a super fun event. We stole the idea from a TV game show hosted by Jane Lynch. The kids will pick teams and then split up to compete in a series of games and challenges. The overall winning team will get a big prize! 

We will also have our Turkey Bowling event this month on November 21st but I will be sending out information for that a little later.

I think that that is all the information you guys need, but please let me know if I have left anything out! It is extremely important to me that you feel comfortable sending your kids to Face 2 Face so please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions comments or concerns.
Contact Max Bowman for more information. maxwelbowman@gmail.com
Operation Christmas Child is Here!
Even though Grace Lutheran Church will not be an official drop-off location this year, we will still offer the opportunity to participate. Shoe boxes are available at the Church Office and can be picked-up during office hours (Monday-Thursday 8am-3pm). Please call ahead. Note that your temperature will be taken prior to coming into the office. Face masks are required.
Please return shoe boxes between November 1 and November 18 either to the church office during office hours or on Sunday at the Welcome Center before the 9:00 am worship service.
If you would like to help or have any questions please call the Church Office at (760) 745-0831 or email ytanko@gracelcms.net.
SCRIP is for sale in the narthex after worship on Sunday. Stop by and see Connie before you leave and help support Grace with items you by on a regular basis!
New Horizons Bible Study is now meeting in the sanctuary at 9:45 AM on Wednesdays. We will try to open the doors by 9:30. Don't forget to wear your mask!
WORSHIP WITH US
9:00 AM English ~ 10:00 AM Spanish
On-site services will be on a week-by-week basis.
Please check your e-mail for updates.
~ SEE GUIDELINES BELOW ~
There will also be an online worship
Please read your emails as changes may occur at any time due to Covid-19 guidelines.

When: Sundays - 9:00 AM English, 10:00 AM Spanish
Masks: Yes. Face masks are required
Other Guidelines to be followed:
  • Each person will have their temperature taken before seating.
  • The 6 foot distance rule remains while seated or talking.
  • The playground area is CLOSED to everyone.
Middle School Science Students Working on their Chicken Mummification!
Here's the latest news from our K-8 and Preschool newsletters
BIBLE STUDY
Grace Life Groups continue to meet online. If you'd like to join a group online or would like more information, please contact Yoke in the church office. 760-745-0831 ytanko@gracelcms.net. If you need assistance with Zoom or other online programs your small group may be using, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
THANK YOU for continuing to support Grace via on line giving and USPS mail.
Ways to Give to Grace
There are a few different ways to give:

Mail to Grace Lutheran Church
643 W. 13th Ave.
Escondido, CA 92025

Drop of at the church office - Monday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM or through the mail slot in the door at the school office any time.

For your convenience Grace Lutheran Church Online Giving is available to you. It is an optional and additional method of making donations. It is not only easy, but safe and secure. The company used for this service is Vanco Services, which is endorsed by Thrivent Financial Bank.
The system has options allowing you to make a one-time contribution, designate recurring contributions or a combination of both. Encryption technology is used to ensure that your information is transmitted safely and securely. The information you provide is used solely for the purpose of processing your contribution.
You may give using your credit card or by draft from your checking or savings account.

“Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also
reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
Remember - If you need assistance during this time of social distancing or have prayer requests, please call the church office: 760-745-0831
Keep in touch with us and help us keep in touch with you through this time of quarantine.
Grace Lutheran Church
643 W. 13th Ave. Escondido, CA - 760-745-0831