“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
This past week I called Colorado Parks and Wildlife. I have had issues for two years renewing my fishing license and booking campsites, and I have tried and tried on their website to figure out my login, but continued to be unsuccessful. I had the password in my phone's password keeper, but that didn’t work. I tried the new password reset button, but didn’t get an email. Finally, filled with apprehension and the dread of waiting forever, I placed the call. I have called before and the result always seemed to be the same - long waits and elevator music. But this time was different. When I called, an automated message welcomed me and gave me numerical options. I chose one of the options, which of course led me to another automated message. But in the middle of my eye-roll, I heard wonderful news and I could barely believe my ears.
“You … have … zero callers ahead of you.”
Zero! Zero callers! I couldn’t believe it! A nice lady answered immediately and was very helpful. She changed the email linked to my account, updated all of my information, and told me I was now ready to book camping adventures. What a pleasure to not have to wait.
Our Lord NEVER makes us wait to talk to Him. The Apostle Paul states, “Pray without ceasing.” “Pray about everything.” (Phi 4:6-7) John tells us God always hears us. “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” (1 John 5:14) In other words, talk to God all day, every day, whenever you want to! No automated message, no buttons to push, no number to take. This is hard for us to believe since we live in a take-your-turn world. But God, in Christ, came to you and lives in you, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, comforts all day, every day, whenever you want. And if you are filled with apprehension and consumed with dread, God already knows and takes care of that too!
“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God’s will.”
Romans 8:26-27
Today, when you pray, don’t stress about it - there is no line or wait time. In fact, Jesus is waiting for you to talk to Him right now - just you and the Savior of the world. Zero callers ahead of you.
Pray away, enjoy your talk with God, and may His peace rule in your hearts today.
See ya Sunday - I can't wait!
Austin
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Download the Grace Fellowship Gypsum app today! After many months of hard work from Susan, we have our very own official app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Watch services, submit prayer requests or sign up for Sunday's service all in one place! Thank you Susan for your commitment and dedication to the Lord and His people.
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*No Kids Church this Sunday*
Sunday Services
January 17, 2021
9:00AM + 10:30AM
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ONLINE
Due to physical distancing, please help us to plan by reserving your seat today!
Please sign up by Saturday night 10:00 PM
(overflow seating available in the lobby)
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MASKS
Face coverings are required at all times.
With the State’s mandate requiring face coverings in all indoor spaces, Grace Fellowship will follow Eagle County’s public health guideline which requires wearing masks in all public spaces, including outdoors when six feet of physical distance cannot be maintained. Face coverings are required during the entirety of the church service.
KIDS CHURCH SIGN UP (Ages 3 through 2nd grade)
Please reserve your kids’ attendance with Ms. Debra during the sermon at the 9:00 am service
Help us ensure that we properly adhere to Eagle County’s public health guideline of maintaining six feet of physical distancing by reserving a spot at Kids Church. Kids Church follows the kids sermon. We can’t wait to see them!
NURSERY
Nursery for Newborns – 2 year olds.
Nursery is open! Grace Fellowship continues to follow Eagle County’s public health guidelines, and nursery care attendants will wear face coverings while caring for your children. We are ready and excited to see your little ones!
NURSERY SIGN UP
Please reserve your child’s attendance in Nursery at 9:00 or 10:30 am.
Please reserve your child’s attendance at 9:00 or 10:30 am where our nursery attendants will lovingly care for your kiddos while you enjoy church.
*Please know we are doing everything we can following guidelines suggested by our health officials, but if you have any concerns, please join us online every Sunday!
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Facebook Sunday morning at approximately 9:15 AM, or view the recording anytime on Facebook, Vimeo or YouTube.
Click the image below to connect.
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The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
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Would you like to submit your offering online? Thank you.
Click the link to securely give to Grace Fellowship.
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Would you like to submit your offering by mail? Thank you!
Please send offerings to
Grace Fellowship Church
PO Box 4280
Gypsum, CO 81637
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We are thankful to our brothers and sisters at Gracious Savior, as they host another Griefshare weekly seminar and support group. This group is designed to help you after losing a loved one. If you have lost a loved one, or know someone who has, let them know about this special seminar starting Monday evening from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Gracious Savior Church in Edwards. Sign up today!
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Grace Fellowship
Shopping Team!
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Need Groceries?
We have a team ready and willing to do your shopping for you! For those who have underlying health conditions, or simply need help, please contact coordinator, Susan Flock by text or call.
Susan Flock
970-361-4771
Thank you Susan, Gaby, Kat and Aracely for your faithful service to God's people!
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LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES AND OUR HEARTS.
Please pray for . . .
- our nation and our leaders.
- Nancy's sister, and Austin's aunt Gwen who was hospitalized suffering from COVID. She is getting stronger each day.
- Jack Swedlund and his wife Tanya, as Jack is in hospice care at home suffering from cancer and is extremely weak.
- praise and thanksgiving for babies! Congratulations to Jordan and Ashley Van Hoorst, parents of baby Gloria Van Hoorst born January 1. And congralations to Kristina and Andy upon the the birth of their niece, Annabelle Mack born Tuesday in Denver.
- George Kerr, who is suffering from severe back pain.
- Sue, Dave Carle's mother who is struggling with her health
- Glenn Kraft, Austin's uncle, who is recovering from surgery but is home and doing well.
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- Juan Marcez, who is recovering from COVID.
- all those in our church and community who are sick with COVID and other illnesses. We also pray for families who are quarantined.
- Leslie and Don's grandson, Weston, who is now home after surgery - thanks be to God!
- Roy Sande, a friend of the Krafts, who is in his final days here on earth, but anxiously awaits the life to come with Jesus. May God's peace be with him and his family.
- Carol Proffitt, who is recovering at home.
- Alex Marchetti and his family, as he continues to recover from medical complications but is doing well.
- strength, comfort and support for Carol who has been sick and is homebound, and her daughter Pam who is caring for her.
- Virginia Hurd, who is at Castle Peak and is very weak, and for all the residents and staff of Castle Peak.
- complete healing for Sal and his father Alex Marchetti as they continue to recover. And for strength for Lisa and Kathy as they care for them.
- everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer, including Connie Kerr; Jack; Pastor Sid; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Brad Bluhm; Rance Ketterling; little Sal Marchetti; Amanda; Jonette; Carol; Jerry; and Suzanne.
- everyone affected by illness, surgery or accidents - wisdom for doctors, peace of mind for patients and loved ones, and answers and best treatments revealed.
GOD'S WILL BE DONE
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Contact Information
Phone: 970-445-3101
Email: Austin@GraceGypsum.com
Staff and Volunteer Staff
Nancy Kraft, Administrative Assistant, 303-870-3433, njokraft@yahoo.com
Susan Flock, App and Website Coordinator, 970-361-4771, flock21@aol.com
Pastor Dan Rohlwing, Pastor Emeritus in Memoriam
Sunday Schedule during COVID-19
Worship Services: 9:00 and 10:30 am (nursery provided).
Kids Church: During sermon-time at the 9:00 am services.
Affiliation
Grace Fellowship is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (lcms.org).
Our Mission
Proclaim, Nurture, and Serve.
Proclaim Jesus as Savior.
Nurture faith in Jesus.
Serve in the name of Jesus.
Our Purpose
Embrace Christ!
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