March 22nd, 2023

“ I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.” 

-Psalm 130:5-

Lazarus come out!  

Jesus shouted three words. Who would say such words to a dead man? His heart isn’t beating; his lungs aren’t expanding- he is dead.  

The scene was surreal. The stench of a four-day-old dead man filled the nostrils of all those nearby. Then, Jesus’ words echoed off of the nearby hills filling the ears of everyone. “Lazarus come out!”  

Then . . . Lazarus came out.  

The crowd must have gasped, the family must have screamed, and Jesus must have smiled. The dead man came out. When The Lord speaks things happen. For example, when The Lord says, “Let there be light.” There was light. When The Lord shouts to the stormy sea “be still” it was. When The Lord says, “Lazarus come out.” Well, you guessed it, the dead man came out of the tomb. 

But The Lord’s words are not just reserved for the light, the sea, or even the dead Lazarus. The Lord’s words are for you too. “Come to me all you who are weak and heavy laden and I will give you rest.” He does.  When our Lord says, “Take and eat, this is my body,” and “take and drink this is my blood.” It is. When The Lord speaks things happen. When our Lord says, “You are forgiven.” You are.

There is a day coming when The Lord will speak again. Jesus says “...a time is coming when everyone in their graves will hear his voice and come out. Those who have done good will rise to life, and those who have done evil will rise to be condemned.”* Jesus’ words will once again raise the dead to life! We are dead in our sins destined to condemnation without the salvation we have in Jesus. He destroyed our sins on the cross where our Lord Jesus Christ used three words:“It is finished.”  

See you Sunday, when we hear the words of Jesus. I can't wait! 

Prayer: Jesus, help us to trust in your words. AMEN

 *John 5:28-29

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Getting to know the people of Grace Fellowship

Meet Jesse & Amy Meryhew

and their daughter, Jacey

Jesse is one of our Leadership Board members here at Grace Fellowship and also serves on our high school youth ministry team. He also fills in on Sundays for Pastor Austin on occasion.

We've watched Jacey grow up over the years into a beautiful young lady. She likes to help with Vacation Bible School and sing with the worship team when her busy schedule allows it. Amy is one of the sweetest souls you will meet, always with a warm smile. She is one of our Bible readers.

Please keep their family in your prayers this week and especially pray safety over Jacey who just got her driver's license.

How long have you lived in the valley?

I (Amy) have lived in the valley since 1997 and Jesse moved up full-time in 2001. We are both from the Grand Junction area but didn't meet until college.

What do you and your family like to do in your spare time?

We love skiing, camping, boating, concerts, sporting events, and spending time with family.

What is something fun you can share about your family that we might not already know?

Jesse coached baseball from 2011-2017 at EVHS and is now an assistant coach for softball- coaching Jacey. Jacey danced up until she started high school and is now playing softball and running track. I (Amy) was a gymnast growing up and still attempt a standing backflip on or around my birthday every year!

Mighty MITES for Missions

Have you finished eating your ‘sweet treat’? When you fill the tube with coins and donate to the LWML mission projects, we can help so many in need.

Serving Him with Gladness!

Join us Friday, April 7th @ 6:30 pm

He is Risen Indeed!

• Services at 9 am & 11 am

• Potluck finger-food brunch and egg hunt for the kids between services at 10 am. Bring your Easter baskets!

• Invite your friends to share in the joy and celebration of our Risen Lord!

Grace Fellowship's Annual Church Camping Trip!

Mark your calendars for this fun summer event!!

• Group campsite booked
• Paddleboarding, fishing, hiking, and more
• Connect with others around the campfire
• Fellowship Picnic at Sylvan on Sunday, July 9th
• Don't miss out!

Mark your calendars, save the dates, and join us on this cosmic quest!

Kids and adults alike will have a blast shining Jesus' light into the world! Stellar VBS launches kids on an out-of-this-world experience that will build their faith to last light years to come!

Join in the fun of worship, games, discovery lessons, and more!

You don't want to miss out! Registration will be coming soon! Tell your friends!

Bible Study is Cancelled Tonight!

Stay warm and safe!

Meetings will resume on a regular

weekly basis through April at Grace Fellowship.

The Calendar at a Glance 

• March 26th, Connect Hour Groups resume between services

• April 2nd, Palm Sunday Services @ 9 am & 11 am, Connect Hour Groups

• April 7th, Good Friday Service @ 6:30 pm

• April 9th, Easter Sunday Services @ 9 am & 11 am and Fellowship Sunday Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt, No Connect Hour Groups

• April 16th, Sunday Services, Connect Groups Meet

• April 23rd, Sunday Services, Connect Groups Meet

• April 30th, Sunday Services, Connect Groups Meet

• May 7th, Confirmation Sunday @ the 9 am service, Fellowship Sunday (let's celebrate our confirmands), No Connect Hour Groups

Sunday Services

March 26th, 2023

9:00 or 11:00

-or-

ONLINE

KIDS' CHURCH at 9:00 am service

(Ages 3 through 5th grade)

Kids' Church follows the kid's sermon. They will further explore the day's sermon theme with their group. We can’t wait to see them!

NURSERY

Nursery for Newborns – 2 year olds.

Nursery is open during our 9:00 am service and during Connect Hour from 10:15-10:45!

Join us on Facebook this Sunday morning at approximately 9:15 AM, or view the recording anytime on Facebook, Vimeo or YouTube.

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LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES, AND OUR HEARTS.

Please pray for. . .

• Todd Purse, successfully received a liver transplant in January and has recovered well. Doctors recently discovered another cancer in his old liver. He will begin chemotherapy soon. Please continue to keep Todd in your prayers.

• Johnny Eddings, brother of Pat, who had surgery to place a pacemaker this past week. Pray for healing and comfort.

• our hearts and minds to be changed this Lenten season. Search our hearts, O God, and remind us that we are in need of your love and grace. "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:26

• those needing inner peace, that they may know Jesus and feel His presence.



• Carol Proffitt, who has been sick and is homebound, and her daughter Pam who is caring for her. Grant them peace and comfort.

• everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer and other illnesses including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Darlee, Amanda; Jerry Wiisanen; Rosemarie; April; Suzanne, Mary's sister-in-law; Bonnie Lamotta; Mark Von Soosten, and Aaron.

GOD'S WILL BE DONE