Council Members Installed Sunday
The following persons were installed as Grace Congregation Council members last Sunday:
- Connie Amor - Secretary
- Sarah Auen
- Ceceila Boucher
- John Burmeister
- Dave Cooper - Vice-President
- Rae Ann Cooper
- Annette Fisher
- Ruthann House - Treasurer
- Greg Jess
- Jerry Moses - President
- Judy Overmyer
- Cornelia Star
From the installation service:
St. Paul writes: There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit gives them. There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. There are different abilities to perform service, but the same God gives to everyone ability for particular service. The Spirit's presence is shown in some way in each person, for the good of all. (1 Corinthians 12:4-7)
You have been elected to positions of leadership and trust in this congregation. You are to see that the words and deeds of this household of faith reflect him in whose name we gather. You are to work together with other members to see that the worship and work of Christ are done in this congregation, and that God's will is done in this community and in the whole world. You are to be diligent in your specific area of serving, that the one Lord who empowers you is glorified. You are to be examples of faith active in love, to help maintain the life and harmony of this congregation.
On behalf of your sisters and brothers in Christ, I ask you: Are you ready to accept and faithfully to carry out the duties of the offices to which you have been elected?
Yes, by the help of God.People of God, I ask you: Will you support these, your elected leaders, and will you share in the mutual ministry that Christ has given to all who are baptized?
Yes, by the help of God.I now declare you installed as council members of Grace Lutheran Church. God bless you with his Holy Spirit, that you may prove faithful servants of Christ.
Amen.
Hearts, Hands and Voices LIFT Arts Academy
We had a fun week of music Monday through Thursday in our first (annual?) Hearts, Hands and Voices Arts Academy. Music Director Tom had the inspiration for this adventure, and working with Heather and a solid group of volunteers, put together a memorable week of singing, bells, crafts, recorders, rhythm, crafts and snacks. Pastor Paul led a devotion during the opening session each day, and then the group rotated through the various musical sections and activities. A program was held at 11:30 am on Thursday for the kids to showcase the skills they had learned. Here are the kids who participated:
- Anderson
- Avery
- Carter
- Grady
- Jackson
- Kathryn
- Lola
- Molly
- Pam
- PJ
- Riley
And a huge thank you for all the staff and volunteers that helped to make this possible:
- Pastor Paul Bailie- Devotions
- Pastor Mark Bogen- Opening & Closing
- Helen Biddinger- Choir
- Peggy Dorr- Recorders
- Bette Kaltenbach- Bells
- Sharon Mitchell- Snacks
- Peggy Rutherford- Choir
- Marcella Widmer- Snacks
- Julia Zucker- Drumming/Rhythm
- Tom Curry- Director
- Heather Hawn- Registration & Crafts
Pastor Paul put together a photo collage for Day 1,a photo collage for Day 2, and posted a a video of the closing worship service.
Park Tour Canceled
The Park Tour for Wednesday, June 28, at Birchard Park was cancelled due to the poor air quality. The Park Tour will resume onJuly 19 at Rodger Young Park.
Sympathy to Family of Paula Christensen
We extend our sympathy to the family of Paula Ann Christensen, who died Thursday, June 29 at Elmwood Assisted Living. Visitation will take place on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 10-12 P.M. at Herman-Karlovetz Funeral Home and Crematory, 900 North Street, Fremont, OH. Funeral services will begin at Noon at the funeral home. You can view the obituary for Paul HERE.
Grace Receives New Members
During Sunday 9:00 am worship this past Sunday, we received five new members in a hybrid service of baptism, affirmation of faith, and reception of members by transfer. Our new members are:
- by Baptism:
- Ryan Chalfin
- Liam Chalfin
- by Affirmation of Faith:
- Amy Chalfin
- by Transfer from another Lutheran Congregation
- Steve Ohms
- Vi Ohms
The Ministry We Share with Our Companion Synods
In this week's synod email, Deacon Sherry Krieger from our NWOS staff provides a helpful description of our Companion Synod program: what it is and why and how it is important. A highlight for this year was a trip to one of our companion synods, the Dodoma Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania, to participate in the installation of their new Presiding Bishop. You may remember that Grace's own Becky Seibert was a part of our synod's delegation. You can read the email HERE.
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