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[Wednesday] Century of Gifts - Mid-week Advent
Christmas expectations are often Joshed. Yet the name Emmanuel breaks all expectations as Jesus comes to be with us.
- Singing some classic Christmas Carols and talking about gifts over the last 100 Years
What Had happened at Grace this week.
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[Sunday] Named Expectation - Kingdom Way
Christmas expectations are often Joshed. Yet the name Emmanuel breaks all expectations as Jesus comes to be with us.
- Christmas expectations are often Joshed. Yet the name Emmanuel breaks all expectations as Jesus comes to be with us.
Questions for the Week: Kingdom Way: Named Expectation
Can you think of a time when you had high expectations for something, only to be disappointed? How did you feel? How did you cope with the disappointment?
Read Matthew 1:18-25. Joseph faced a situation that completely shattered his expectations. Can you think of a time when your expectations were not met, but looking back, you saw how God worked through that situation?
Jesus was an ordinary name in the days Matthew wrote his Gospel. Emmanuel was not an ordinary name. How does the idea of the ordinary connected to the extraordinary of God coming to be with us (Jesus & Emmanuel), change our understanding of how God works?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
![[Sunday] Uproot & Plant - The Book of Jeremiah](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5852f18a20099e30cd2c01dc/1789087931980-5V7RY7VJFSE5E7PXNKUT/uproot+1a.jpg)
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[Sunday] Royal Introduction - Kingdom Way
Introducing Him who completes all of creation with everything humanity has to offer.
- Introducing Him who completes all of creation with everything humanity has to offer.
Questions for the Week: Kingdom Way - Royal Introduction
Share the greatest ancestor that you have in your family. What is so significant about them?
Read Matthew 1:1-17. Discuss the inclusion of Rahab, Tamar, and Ruth. How does their presence challenge our understanding of holiness and God's plan?
The sermon emphasized the significance of the number seven in the Bible. How does this biblical symbolism deepen our understanding of Jesus' role as the culmination of God's plan?
The sermon emphasized that God's kingdom is not limited to the perfect. How does this understanding challenge our own expectations of ourselves and others?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Update From Habitat for Children in Haiti
Some Haiti Updates.
Amazing to see the Girls from their First day of School
Haiti has had a few more setbacks which you have heard in the news lately.
Here is Meschac giving a few video updates about the good things happening in Haiti
Kingdom Way (Teaching Series)
The Kingdom of God is right here: The lowly manger being lauded by well traveled kings; wisdom from on high unearthing the way of love; the blind seeing the light radiating from a cold tomb. It's backwards. It's beautiful. It's the Kingdom way.
Kingdom Way
The Kingdom of God is right here: The lowly manger being lauded by well traveled kings; wisdom from on high unearthing the way of love; the blind seeing the light radiating from a cold tomb. It's backwards. It's beautiful. It's the Kingdom way.
Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday
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11/24/24
Geneology of Matthew
2 Samuel 23:1-7
Revelation 1:4b-8
Matthew 1:1-17
12/1/24
Birth of Jesus
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
Romans 1:1-7
Matthew 1:18-25
12/8/24
Magi
Isaiah 60:1-6
Ephesians 3:1-12
Matthew 2:1-12
12/15/24
Flight to Egypt
Isaiah 63:7-9
Hebrews 2:10-18
Matthew 2:13-23
12/22/24
John the Baptist prepares the way
Isaiah 11:1-10
Romans 15:4-13
Matthew 3:1-12
12/25/24
Christmas
Isaiah 52:7-10
Hebrews 1:1-6
John 1:1-18
12/29/24
Baptism of Jesus
Isaiah 42:1-9
Acts 10:34-43
Matthew 3:13-17
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1/5/25 Temptation of Jesus Matt 4
Genesis 3:1-7
Romans 5:12-19
Matthew 4:1-12
1/12/25 Sermon on mount
Micah 6:1-8
Matthew 5:1-12
Matthew 7:11-14, 24-27
1/19/25 Matthew 8-9 The Kingdom and the Wrong People
Hosea 5:15-6:6
Romans 4:13-25
Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
1/26/25 Matthew 10 Disciples sent out
Jeremiah 28:5-9
Romans 6:12-23
Matthew 10:32-42
2/2/25 Matthew 11 John The Baptist questions who Jesus is.
Isaiah 35:1-10
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-15
2/9/25 Matthew 12 Religious leaders question who Jesus is
Jonah 3:1-10
James 3:2-12
Matthew 12:33-42
2/16/25 Matthew 13 parables explain who Jesus is
Isaiah 44:6-8
Romans 8:18-25
Matthew 13:24-32
2/23/25 Matthew 14-16: 12 The Crumbs are enough.
Isaiah 56:1,6-8
Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32
Matthew 15:21-28
3/2/25 Matthew 16:13-17 Jesus is the Christ, what does this mean
Exodus 3:1-15
Romans 12:9-20
Matthew 16:23-25
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3/5/25 Matthew 18-20 Who is the greatest
Joel 2:1-2, 12-17
Matthew 18:1-6
Matthew 20:20-28
3/9/25 Matthew 21-22 entry, clearing temple What does kingdom look like
Zecheriah 9:9-17
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 21:1-17
3/16/25 Matthew 23 Woe to you Scribes and Pharisees
Micah 3:5-12
1 Thessalonians 2:9-13
Matthew 23:1-12
3/23/25 Matthew 24-25 Signs of the end of the age. Sheep and goats and such
Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24
Ephesians 1:15-23
Matthew 25:31-46
3/30/25 Matthew 26a anointing Passover and last supper
Exodus 12:21-24
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
Matthew 26:7-29
4/6/25 Matthew 26b garden of Peters denial
Daneil 7:11-14
Matthew 26:47-68
4/13/25 Matthew 27 Jesus is king, we choose Barabbas
Isaiah 29:13-19
Philippians 2:12-18
Matthew 27:15-31
4/20/25 Matthew 28:1-10 Easter
Jeremiah 31:1-6
Colossians 3:1-4
Matthew 28:1-10
4/27/25 matthew Guards and commission
Exodus 40:34-38
Acts 10:34-43
Matthew 28:11-20
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Wednesdays December 4th & 11th
Potluck Dinner 5:30PM
Carols & Fun 6:30PM
Wednesdays December 18th
Christmas Dinner Out 5:30PM - TBD
Christmas / Advent Schedule
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve Service 4PM & 7PM
TDD Service with the Korean Church
Christmas Day
Communion Service 10:15am
Sunday December 29th
Communion Service 10:15am (just one service)
January 5th
Normal Sunday Schedule
Directory Photos (Last Week)
Last Week! We have shot 54 Different photos! (great stuff!)
We are shooting Directory Photos Oct 27 - Nov24
The 24th is the last week we are shooting Photos.
We have shot 54 different photos. Very Good!
Get Ready.
We are shooting photos for the Directory.
Be Ready Reformation Sunday through Thanksgiving.
We will be doing basic shots before and after service.
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[Sunday] All Things - Keep It Simple
It's right there, all around us is the party of God's abundance. The question for us all is: Will we enjoy ourselves in God’s generosity, or will we rely on our own strength?
- It's right there, all around us is the party of God's abundance. The question for us all is: Will we enjoy ourselves in God’s generosity, or will we rely on our own strength?
Questions for the Week: KEEP IT SIMPLE: - All Things
In what specific areas of your life are you currently relying on your own strength instead of trusting in God's? How can you shift your perspective to embrace God's sufficiency?
Read Philippians 4:10-20. How can we practically apply Paul's example of contentment in all circumstances to our daily lives, especially when facing challenges or hardships?
How can we share the message of God's abundance with others, particularly those who may be struggling or feeling overwhelmed? What specific actions can we take to encourage and support them?
The sermon challenges us to "keep it simple." How can you simplify your life to focus more on God's abundance and less on your own worries and anxieties?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Photos 2nd Sunday School November 24'
With it getting cooler we had fun outside!
With it getting a little cooler, we had fun outside after we considered all the things we’re thankful for this Thanksgiving.
Photos of Christmas Boxes packing.
153 Christmas Boxes to Haiti
Big Thanks to everyone who worked hard and donated to our christmas boxes to Haiti.
Baptism of Hudson
We Baptized Hudson on November 10th 2024
We Baptized Hudson on November 10th 2024
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[Sunday] One Another- Keep It Simple
This is the Kingdom plan: Love one another. This is how they will know you are Christians, that you love one another.
- This is the Kingdom plan: Love one another. This is how they will know you are Christians, that you love one another.
Questions for the Week: KEEP IT SIMPLE: - One Another
Describe a time you’ve seen the body of Christ love one another in a beneficial way.
Read John 13:31-38. What is Jesus’ commandment? In context around this, how do the disciples fail to love another?
In what ways might selfishness hinder our ability to love others fully? How can we recognize and address this tendency in ourselves?
How can we actively demonstrate love for one another, especially during challenging times or when we disagree with each other?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Christmas Boxes Packing For Haiti
Christmas Boxes for the Children In Haiti
Christmas boxes for the children of Haiti
We will send our Christmas boxes to the children of Haiti. Our goal is to send 100 boxes of joy that Meschac will share at a special program.
***** Please bring items by November 3rd. *****
We will focus the box gifts for boys and girls , ages 5 -7 , 8- 10 , 11 - 13 yrs old . Please mark your box with "boy" or "girl " and ag e group . Thank you .
Suggested items THAT WILL FIT IN A SHOEBOX are :
*NO SCHOOL SUPPLIES , PLEASE*
• A "wow" toy: children's baseball caps , mus ical instrument
• Small toys: cars , games, jump ropes , puzzles (be sure to include of finished puzzle)
• Small hard candies, lollipops
• Marbles, playing cards, fidget toys
• Dolls, dominoes, sunglasses
• Jump-ropes, balls
• Flashlights (with batteries or hand crank)
• Underwear (small & medium), socks, flip flops
• Hygiene items: hair brushes, comb, small barrettes, washcloths,
toothbrush/toothpaste, bar soap, alcohol wipes, bandaids, deodorant, lip balm
• Please, NO school supplies!
"PACKING" DAY
November 9, 2024 9:30 am
New Hymn (O God Beyond All Praising)
On November 10th we will be Singing.
“O God Beyond All Praising” (With One Voice 797)
(We Praise you and Acknowledge You) (LSB 941)
On November 10th we will be Singing.
“O God Beyond All Praising” (With One Voice 797)
(We Praise you and Acknowledge You) (LSB 941)
The tune is from Holst’s Jupiter
aka Thaxted
Here is the Same Tune but Different Lyrics
Here is the Grace Piano Version
1. O God beyond all praising,
we worship you today
and sing the love amazing
that songs cannot repay;
for we can only wonder
at every gift you send,
at blessings without number
and mercies without end:
we lift our hearts before you
and wait upon your word,
we honor and adore you,
our great and mighty Lord.
2. You, Christ, are King of glory,
the everlasting Son,
Yet You, with boundless love,
sought to rescue ev’ryone:
You laid aside Your glory,
were born of virgin’s womb,
Were cru-ci-fied for us
and were placed in a tomb;
Then by Your resurrection
You won for us reprieve
You opened heaven’s kingdom
to all who would believe.
3. Then hear, O gracious Savior,
accept the love we bring,
that we who know your favor
may serve you as our king;
and whether our tomorrows
be filled with good or ill,
we'II triumph through our sorrows
and rise to bless you still:
May we with the saints be numbered
where praises never end,
In glory everlasting.
Amen, O Lord, amen
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[Sunday] Stewardship - Keep It Simple
Stewardship can be something that we overcomplicate. Keep it Simple; Jesus has saved you.
Stewardship can be something that we overcomplicate. Keep it Simple; Jesus has saved you.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Reformation Trivia Questions and Photos
General trivia, and a generally good time.
Here are the questions from Trivia
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What is the largest desert in the world? Antarctica
Sir Isaac Newton had this many laws of motion. Three
What type of whale is actually a dolphin? Orca
What two primary colors can be mixed to make purple? Red and blue
Which two states in the U.S. share the most borders with other states? Tennessee and Missouri
Who was the Roman emperor who issued the Edict of Milan, granting religious tolerance to Christians? Constantine the Great
How many months of the year have 31 days? Seven
The chemical "NaCl" is better known as what? Salt
How many countries are in Africa? 54
How many bones are in the human body? 206
What is the deadliest animal in the world? The mosquito
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In bowling, what is it called when you get three strikes in a row? A turkey
What NFL team is the only team to finish with a perfect season (undefeated)? The Miami Dolphins
When Shrek tries to explain himself to Donkey in Shrek, what does he compare himself to? Onions
What NASCAR driver has a combined 200 race wins? Richard Petty
What year did Netflix, previously a DVD rental business, introduce streaming services? 2007
What is the "Mets" in New York Mets short for? Metropolitans
What is the Wicked Witch of the West's name in the musical Wicked? Elphaba
Which color is not on the Olympic rings: blue, orange, red, or yellow? Orange
In 2010, Sebastian Vettel became the youngest Formula 1 champion. What country is he from? Germany
What is the highest-grossing Broadway show of all time? The Lion King
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She cries herself to sleep each night, tears soaking her pillow. Lamatations 1:2
She played fast and loose with life, she never considered tomorrow Lamatations 1:9
We were the kings and the queens and they read off our names Taylor Swift:
Long Live Her city gates, iron bars and all, disappeared in the rubble Lamentations 2:9
And there you are on your knees, begging for forgiveness Taylor Swift:
White Horse Your knives and swords and weapons that you use against me Taylor Swift:
Mean We’ve been to hell and back. We’ve nowhere to turn, nowhere to go Lamentations 3:48
These walls that they put up to hold us back will fall down Taylor Swift:
Change Stained from their dirty lives, Wasted by their wasted lives Lamentations 4:14
They are the hunters, we are the foxes and we run Taylor Swift:
I Know Places He will try to take away my pain Taylor Swift:
Haunted He knocked me from the path and ripped me to pieces. Lamentations 3:11
Romeo, take me somewhere we can be alone Lamentations 18:9, Just Kidding!
It's Taylor Swift
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What are the colors of the German flag. black, red, and gold
There are four original colors of Starburst candy: red, orange, yellow, and...? pink
The Reformation started in what year? 1517
if it is 5:00 pm in Port St Luice, what time is it in Berlin? 11:00 PM
Who wrote the Goosebumps book series? R.L. Stine
What is the capital of Missouri Jefferson City
How many colors will you find in a regular bag of M&Ms? 6
What does BMW stand for (in English)? Bavarian Motor Works
When Luther Went into hiding, how many weeks did it take him to translate the New Testament into German? 10 Weeks
What year did Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins launch nationally? 1993
When Christians observe Palm Sunday, what Jewish Holiday are they celebrating? Hanukkah
Photos from Reformation Trivia
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[Sunday] Reformation - Keep It Simple
Let’s rediscover the beauty of God's uncomplicated gift of salvation and how it frees us to joyfully participate in His work.
Let’s rediscover the beauty of God's uncomplicated gift of salvation and how it frees us to joyfully participate in His work.
Questions for the Week: KEEP IT SIMPLE: Reformation
In what ways do we tend to overcomplicate our relationship with God, and how can we simplify it in light of the message of salvation by grace?
Read John 10:22-30 How does the Jews’ request of Jesus overcomplicate things? How does Jesus’ response simplify what He is about to do?
What are some practical ways we can live out the understanding that salvation is a gift, not something we earn? How does this affect our daily lives and interactions with others?
How can we effectively share the message of salvation by grace with others, especially those who may be struggling with legalistic or works-based beliefs?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Reformation Trivia Oct 27th 4pm
Bring your best German food or your wurst.
Oct 27th 4PM
Bring your best German food or your wurst.
And your best answers to our General Trivia
Oct 27th 4PM
We are providing
Bratwurst, Hotdogs, Schnitzel and Spaetzle
Please bring whatever else. Main, Sides, And deserts
I know what you are saying. But no one make better spaetzle than me.
Then bring it
I hear you saying, I don’t know how to make anything German.
It is reformation day. bring something red. Sauce and Noodle :)
Last time we did this, it was a lot of fun.
Photos of 2 years ago
David Franklin CEO at Alzhimer's Community Care (Video)
Listen to CEO of Alzheimer’s Community Care
Keep It Simple: Jesus has saved you. (Teaching Series!)
We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.
Keep it Simple: Jesus has saved you.
We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.
Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday
10/27/24
2 Samuel 7:4-17
Ephesians 2:1-10
John 10:22-33
11/3/24
Isaiah 49:8-16
1 Cor 4:1-5
Matthew 6:24-34
11/10/24
Ezekiel 11:14-21
Acts 4:32-35
John 13:31-35
11/17/24
Isaiah 25:1-9
Philippians 4:10-20
Matthew 22:1-14
When the world feels frozen in a bleak winter, God shows us the almond branch. He is awake. He is on the move. Jesus took the destruction upon Himself on the cross so He could plant the breath of new life in you!