Reformation Weekend
We observe Reformation Sunday this weekend -- my sermon is entitled "Reformation Truths." Hope you can join us as we hear traditional scriptures:
- Jeremiah 31:31-34
I will write my law in their hearts, says the Lord - Romans 3:19-28
Justified by God’s grace as a gift - John 8:31-36
Jesus says, Continue in my word and you will know the truth
We are encouraging worshipers to wear red to add to make the day festive. Pastor Paul wrote an excellent Reformation reflection in the latest issue of LIFT Notes, which you can read along with other LIFT News HERE. Also, Tom on piano along with me on the guitar and violinists Helen and Barb will play a new Reformation Hymn of the Day by Jonathan Rundman called "Saved by Grace Through Faith."
Flyers from Pastor Paul on Bridge of Hope
Death of Geri Shimer
We extend our sympathy to the family of Geri Shimer, who died on Tuesday morning. Visitation will be Friday, November 4, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home, and funeral services at Grace on Saturday November 5, 2022; 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, with an hour of visitation prior to the service at the church. You can read the full obituary HERE.
A Successful Fall Fest Event!
We had an incredibly beautiful day for our Fall Fest, and an incredibly outstanding lineup of activities, including a car show, trunk or treat, kids costume contest, parking lot DJ, lego car races, and 12 options of chili in the courtyard. Thanks to everyone who planned and carried out this event!! It was the best!!
Picture Directory Moves to Production Stage
Grace's supremely skilled professional photographer Dave Casperson completed the photography phase of a new picture directory for Grace last Sunday. Dave photographed over 100 individuals and families. We are also accepting submitted photos - just email them to Linda at gracefremont@yahoo.com. The next stage of this project will be determining how we will assemble, print, bind and distribute the directory. Remember how long you waited when the church directory companies did it? Usually it took several months. We hope it won't take that long, but it will take some work and we may be able to utilize some volunteers. Will keep you posted.
LIve Simply Midweek Email
Hopefully you received and opened the email we sent on Wednesday featuring the Live Simply logo and the intro to our Stewardship Campaign. I'll be sending this out every Wednesday during the campaign to emphasize the theme for the week, along with the "bulletin insert" content that weekend worshipers will see and read. In case you missed the email, you can alread read it HERE.
Why I Give Statements
A reminder about the "Why I Give" Statements that I have requested. As a part of our stewardship campaign which began last weekend, we are asking for congregation leaders (meaning everyone who receives this email) to write a one to three sentence stament that answers the question "Why I Give," meaning why I give to Grace. These statements will be included in the stewardship packet that will be distributed on November 13, and which will also include an "Intent" card. You can email your statement to me at mark@bogen.org.
Great Hymns of Faith Rehearsals Underway
Tom reports that at more than 50 persons have signed up to participate in the Great Hymns of Faith choir festival on Sunday, November 13 at 4:00 pm. You can read more about the rehearsal times in a Facebook page (that you can SHARE!) HERE.
ELCA Youth Gathering Theme
The ELCA Youth Gathering Planning Team has announced the theme for the 2024 event scheduled for July 16-20 in New Orleans: The theme is"Created to Be," centered on Psalm 139:14 — "I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well." To read more about the gathering, including information about a young adult gathering that will be held in conjunction with the Youth gathering, go HERE.
Climate Care Social Message
The ELCA has drafted a social message on Climate Care. The drafting team is seeking input from those who may be interested in helping to form the document. You can read the draft document and learn how to offer your input HERE.
Osterholm Update
Dr. Michael Osterholm continues to deliver solid scientific analysis of the Covid-19 pandemic in his bi-weekly podcasts. In the episode posted on October 27 entitled "Subvariants, Long COVID, and Influenza," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the impact of the many sub variants that are currently circulating in the U.S. and around the world, the latest data on long COVID, and how the U.S. should prepare for the next pandemic. You can listen to or download this episode HERE.
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