March 17, 2024 Newsletter
Restore to me the joy of your salvation and sustain me with your bountiful Spirit. ~Psalm 5:12...
March 10, 2024 Newsletter
Give thanks to the Lord, for the Lord is good, for God’s mercy endures forever. ~Psalm 107:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: Walk into a coffee shop, and you are likely to hear people asking for such things as a “Double shot,...
March 3, 2024 Newsletter
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky proclaims its maker’s handiwork. ~Psalm 19:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: There...
February 25, 2024 Newsletter
For dominion belongs to the Lord, who rules over the nations. ~Psalm 22:28 Pastor’s Thoughts: I have a yearly Lenten tradition. I choose one of the 66 books of the...
February 18, 2024 Newsletter
To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. ~Psalm 25:1 Pastor’s thoughts: For God so loved the world that he gave his only...
February 11, 2024 Newsletter
For it is the God who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. ~2 Corinthians 4:6 Pastor’s Thoughts: Yesterday in worship at 9:30 a.m. Janet...
February 4, 2024 Newsletter
Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God! How pleasant it is to honor God with praise! ~Psalm 147:1 At Grace, we will begin a 6-week...
January 28, 2024 Newsletter
Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart ~Psalm 111:1a Sunday, January 28, one service only at 10:30 followed by a Congregational meeting which will then be followed by a potluck in Brenner Hall. Pastor’s Thoughts: This...
January 21, 2024 Newsletter
God alone is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold, so that I shall never be shaken ~Psalm 62:6 Next Sunday, January 28, one service only...
January 14, 2024 Newsletter
Lord, you have searched me out; O Lord, you have known me. ~Psalm 139:1 Bless the World: be God's Grace!Pastor’s...
January 7, 2024 Newsletter
In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth…….. ~Genesis 1:1 Pastor’s Thoughts As I write this, it is the fourth day of Christmas. Except for mammoth sales and some people still off work, everything seems pretty much back to normal. But Christ has been...
December 31, 2023 Newsletter
Hallelujah! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise God in the heights. ~Psalm 148:1 The office will be closed Monday January 1, 2024 No Wednesday evening service December 27 Sunday, December 31, one service only at 9:30 a.m....
December 24, 2023 Newsletter
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior… ~Luke 1.46b-47 Sunday, December 24, Advent Service 9:30 a.m. (one service only) Sunday, December 24, Christmas Eve services 3:00 p.m. and...
December 17, 2023 Newsletter
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. ~1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Pastor’s Thoughts Christmas came just two months after my mother died. That year, I went to set up our...
December 10, 2023 Newsletter
Righteousness shall go before the Lord and shall prepare for God a pathway. Psalm 85:13 Pastor’s Thoughts: As I write this, Americans seem...
December 3, 2023 Newsletter
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. ~1 Corinthians 1:3 Pastor’s Thoughts: Advent begins this Sunday, 3 December. I love this season of the Church year. I enjoy the scripture readings, the blue paraments on the altar,...
November 26, 2023 Newsletter
Come, let us sing to the Lord; let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. ~Psalm 95:1 Have a Blessed...
November 19, 2023 Newsletter
Lord, you have been our refuge from one generation to another. ~Psalm 90:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: It was a delight to me to hear Jeannine Grimm preach yesterday for Stewardship Sunday. Using the story of the ten...
November 12, 2023 Newsletter
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God ~Matthew 5:8 One service only Sunday November 12, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.Pastor’s Thoughts: This past week we remembered all those who have lived and died in the faith on All Saints Day (1 November) and All Saints...
November 5, 2023 Newsletter
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. ~Matthew 5:9 Don’t forget to set your clocks back Saturday November 4th before going to bed or you will be early to church Sunday November 5!! Pastor’s Thoughts: This past...
October 29, 2023 Newsletter
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. ~Psalm 46:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: I have often heard Lutherans referred to as the “frozen chosen.” The thinking behind this seems to be that while we love the Lord and are grateful for all he...
October 22, 2023 Newsletter
Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. ~Psalm 96:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: My heart is heavy. World events have left me feeling confused, fearful, anxious, and angry as I see the reports of so many innocent people suffering in Israel...
October 15, 2023 Newsletter
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. ~Psalm 23:6 Pastor’s Thoughts: It has been so exciting to see so many children come forward for the Children’s Moment in worship lately!...
October 8, 2023 Newsletter
Restore us, O God of hosts; let your face shine upon us, and we shall be saved. ~Psalm 80:7 The Readings for Sunday October 8, 2023 Isaiah 5:1-7 Psalm 80:7-15 Philippians 3:4b-14 Matthew 21:33-46 Pastor’s Thoughts: As I sit in my office writing...
October 1, 2023 Newsletter
Amazing Grace How Sweet the Sound Amazing Grace Sunday October 1, 2023 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. The Readings for Sunday October 1, 2023 Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 Psalm 25:1-9 Philippians 2:1-13 Matthew 21:23-32 The Grace...
September 24, 2023 Newsletter
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. ~Psalm 145:8 Bless the World: Be God's Grace!Behind the scenes at Grace …..by Gretchen The acorns are falling – our family of...
September 17, 2023 Newsletter
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless God’s holy name. ~Psalm 103:1 The Readings for Sunday September 17, 2023 Genesis 50:15-21 Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13 Romans 14:1-12 Matthew 18:21-35 We are reopening the...
September 10, 2023
For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them. ~Matthew 18:20 Bless the World: be God's Grace! Rally Day! September 10, 2023 Back to two services this Sunday. 9:30 a.m. Traditional - 11:30 a.m. Contemporary...
September 3, 2023 Newsletter
Lord, I love the house in which you dwell and the place where your glory abides. ~Psalm 26:8 Bless the World; Be God's Grace!The church office will be closed Monday September 4 for Labor Day Pastor’s Thoughts: Jesus said to them,...
August 27, 2023 Newsletter
They will sing of the ways of the Lord, that great is the glory of the Lord. ~Psalm 138:5 Bless the World: be God's Grace!Even as I...
August 20, 2023 Newsletter
May God give us blessing, and may all the ends of the earth stand in awe. ~Psalm 67:7 Bless the World: Be God's Grace!Pastor’s Thoughts: There was excitement back in June knowing that a student named Jana Marek from Serbia would be with us...
August 13, 2023 Newsletter
I will listen to what the Lord God is saying; for you speak peace to your faithful people and to those who turn their hearts to you. ...
August 6, 2023 Newsletter
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. ~Psalm...
July 30, 2023 Newsletter
The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field ~Matthew 13:31b Bless the world: Be God's Grace! This Sunday, July 30, Ragtime Rick will be providing the music for our...
July 23, 2023
I will thank you, O Lord my God, with all my heart, and glorify your name forevermore. ~Psalm 86:12 Next week’s service Ragtime Rick 10:30 a.m. Followed by potluck breakfast in Brenner Hall Pastor’s Thoughts: Today, 17 July, is the...
July 16, 2023 Newsletter
May the fields of the wilderness be rich for grazing, and the hills be clothed with joy. ~Psalm 65:12 Bless the World: be God's Grace! Ragtime Rick!! Ragtime Rick will be at Grace on Sunday, July 30, providing music for our 10:30 a.m....
July 9, 2023 Newsletter
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. ~Psalm 145:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: For freedom Christ has set us free. –Galatians 5:1 As some of you may know, my father was a full Miami Indian. It can be difficult...
June 25, 2023 Newsletter
Those who find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. ~Matthew 10:39 Bless the World! Be God's Grace! Contemporary Service SundayJune 25 at 10:30 a.m.in the SanctuaryPotluck to...
June 18, 2023 Newsletter
Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all you lands! Serve the Lord with gladness; come into God’s presence with a song. ~Psalm 100:1-2 Prayer Breakfast: Another...
June 11, 2023 Newsletter
Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall honor me. ~Psalm 50:15 Summer at Grace Worship continues at Grace in the summer...
June 04, 2023 Newsletter
O Lord our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! ~Psalm 8:9 Pastor’s Thoughts: What does the word “community” mean to you? Does it mean people gathered or living in a certain place? Does it mean people gathered with shared ideas,...
May 28, 2023 Newsletter
Bless the world! Be God's Grace! Bless the Lord, O my soul. Hallelujah! ~Psalm 104:35b The church office will be closed Monday May 29 for Memorial Day.Pastor’s Thoughts When is the last time you were greeted by a brother or sister in Christ with the...
May 21, 2023 Newsletter
Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth; sing praises to the Lord. ~Psalm 68:32 One service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday May 21 Potluck and Congregational Meeting following Pastor’s thoughts: As many of you know, I recently spent ten days in Tanzania with a...
May 14, 2023 Newsletter
If you love me, you will keep my commandments. ~John 14:15 Behind the scenes at Grace….by Gretchen The flower box by the office door is bright with beautiful geraniums!! Thank you, Connie Thomas! The Youth Rummage Sale was a wild success! Thanks to all who...
May 7, 2023 Newsletter
Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. ~John 14:1Pastor’s Thoughts: As you read this, Ron Hiatt, myself, and the other eleven people in our group are about midway through our trip to Tanzania. After arriving on Tuesday, 2 May and...
April 30, 2023 Newsletter
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want. ~Psalm 23:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: As I write this, we are approaching Glass City Marathon weekend here in Toledo. It is always quite an undertaking, and it is amazing to see the efforts of the runners, the...
April 23, 2023 Newsletter
I love the Lord, who has heard my voice, And listened to my supplication.. ~Psalm 116:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: Yesterday in worship we heard the story of Thomas, the disciple who has come to be known as “Doubting Thomas.” As you may recall, Thomas was not...
April 16, 2023 Newsletter
You have made known to me the ways of life; You make me full of gladness with your presence. Acts 2:28 Pastor’s Thoughts: Walk into a coffee shop, and you are likely to hear people asking for such things as a “Double shot, half caf, skinny, grande...
April 9, 2023 Newsletter
Give thanks to the Lord, for the Lord is good; God’s mercy endures forever. Psalm 118:1 Pastor’s Thoughts: If you are at all like me, you...
April 2, 2023 Newsletter
and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. ~Philippians 2:11 Attention Sunday School...