Save the date to celebrate! Everyone is invited to recognize and congratulate the AWESOME high school seniors who are graduating this spring. Join us for the community meal with a cookout and cake (starting at 5:00 pm) and worship at 6:35 pm!

As members of Grace, we believe in the power of prayer! Holding each other in prayer is an important part of our caring ministries, including the prayer list, prayer partners, prayer shawls, and more. Join us on Sunday, April 14 after worship to learn more about the prayer ministries at Grace and ways you can deepen your own prayer practice. 

Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!  In song, story, and meal, we celebrate the good news of Christ’s resurrection and are sent to share this good news with all the world. Alleluia!
Worship online available on Zoom: Easter Festival Online 
Meeting ID: 468 805 568  Passcode: Grace

Readings: Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2,14-24; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Mark 16:1-8
Spark Story Bible: “The Empty Tomb,” p. 482

Celebrate the joy of the resurrection as we gather outside around the bonfire to proclaim “Christ is Risen!” Online worship will not be available. Worship will be outside, weather permitting, so dress accordingly. 

Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!

Readings: Isaiah 52:13--53:12; Psalm 22; Hebrews 10:16-25; John 18:1–19:42
Spark Story Bible: “The Day Jesus Died,” p. 476

Service of Tenebrae (Light and Darkness) and Prayer around the Cross 

"Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end." On Good Friday, we remember that not even death itself could stop Jesus from living out his love for the world. Gathered around the cross, we hear the story of the crucifixion and pray for this world God so loves. 
Worship online available on Zoom: Good Friday Online
Meeting ID: 881 6820 8284  Passcode: Grace

Readings: Exodus 12:1-4,11-14; Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:1-17, 31b-35
Spark Story Bible: “The Last Supper,” p. 462

“A new commandment I give you: love one another.” Jesus showed his love by washing the feet of his disciples, teaching them to love one another, and giving his very life for them. That same love is for us who follow him now. We receive forgiveness of our sin through absolution and receive God's grace through the bread and cup given for us in Holy Communion.
Worship online available on Zoom: Maundy Thursday Online
Meeting ID: 881 6820 8284  Passcode: Grace

The annual Palm Sunday Community choir sing will be at Peace Lutheran Church, 34128 L Ave. (aka P58) on Sunday, March 24 at 7:00 pm. This event features ensembles from several congregations in the Adel area and a combined choir. A time for fellowship and snacks will be after the performance.

Offerings collected at this event support the Adel Ministerial Association emergency fund, which helps individuals with immediate financial needs who are living in or traveling through our communities.

The next Crafter's Corner on Saturday, March 16 at 9:30 a.m. The Blissful Craft Shop will be showing us how to make some fun Easter or Spring decor including a felted ball garland and painted items including bunnies, crosses, eggs, carrots, or flowers. If you would like to participate, please fill out the form at https://forms.gle/83w1GX3jn8s1Lc4n9.

Please contact Jamie Loggins-Evans at blissfulcrafts13@gmail.com if you have any questions. We hope you can join us!

In March, Dine with Grace will be at Casa De Oro in Perry at 6 p.m.

Let Lori know if you plan to attend at tabrph@yahoo.com or call 515-710-2439.

Register before Feb. 1 to receive a free t-shirt! 

Pastor Tania and other members of Grace will be joining Lutheran Services of Iowa and the three Iowa synods of the ELCA for Lutheran Day on the Hill in Des Moines on February 19! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about LSI, advocacy, and to speak with your state legislators about issues that matter to you.  

Lutheran Day on the Hill is LSI’s biggest advocacy event of the year. Over 150 participants will gather at Capitol Hill Lutheran Church to learn about the critical issues that Iowa children, adults, and families are facing. After learning about advocacy and LSI’s mission in action, the group heads to the Iowa State Capitol to talk directly with legislators. This year's keynote speaker is Rev. Amy Reumann Senior Director for ELCA Witness and Society. 

For more information and the link to register, visit LSI’s website. If you have any questions about what to expect or would like to carpool, please contact Pastor Tania at pastortania515@gmail.com.

Join us after worship!

Members of Grace Lutheran Church volunteer hundreds of hours a year to help the Good Samaritan Food Pantry. Trish Radke, Vice President of the GSFP Board of Directors will share how our efforts impact those in need and how our contributions are helping create a community where everyone is healthy and thriving.

Worship services at Grace will be held at 12:00 pm (NEW this year) and 6:35 pm. Our forty-day journey through Lent and towards Easter begins with Ash Wednesday. As we return to God, we trust that we have already been reconciled to God through Christ. We humbly pray for God to make our hearts clean while we rejoice that “now is the day of salvation.” Returning to our baptismal call, we more intentionally bear the fruits of mercy and justice in the world.

Online worship over Zoom will be available at 6:35 pm. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83424833734?pwd=QlBtT3hxVEVzam5hN29VdWFyR1dFQT09

Meeting ID: 834 2483 3734
Passcode: Grace

Worship services at Grace will be held at 12:00 pm (NEW this year) and 6:35 pm. Our forty-day journey through Lent and towards Easter begins with Ash Wednesday. As we return to God, we trust that we have already been reconciled to God through Christ. We humbly pray for God to make our hearts clean while we rejoice that “now is the day of salvation.” Returning to our baptismal call, we more intentionally bear the fruits of mercy and justice in the world.

It’s the annual Shrove Tuesday Celebration at Grace! This special tradition is full of food, trivia, laughs, and of course— pancake flipping contests!

We will gather on Tuesday, February 6 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm to share about the ministries of Grace and answer any questions. Refreshments will be provided. If you are interested in attending to learn more about Grace Lutheran Church, please contact Pastor Tania at pastortania515@gmail.com.

Please save the date for the annual meeting of the congregation (and a fabulous potluck brunch!) on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 10:30 am. After worship at 9:00 am, we will share in fellowship and the meal, and then gather to hear updates on all the wonderful ministries and committees at Grace, elect new council members and synod assembly representatives, and approve the budget for 2024. Zoom for the annual meeting is available: Annual Meeting 2024
Meeting ID is 468 805 568 and Passcode is Grace.

Thanks to your continued generosity in giving, the council is looking forward to presenting a budget that faithfully stewards your offerings and enables Grace to “preach, teach, and reach out with the love of God in Christ Jesus.” We are so excited for all the ways we are growing together in Grace. Thank you for your continued partnership in this mission through sharing your time, talents, and financial gifts! 

Join the meeting on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89898129686?pwd=a3IxcGxJa09FSjFZRDFiTkxqemJzZz09

Meeting ID: 898 9812 9686
Passcode: Grace

Join us for Christmas Eve worship service with carols, candles, and readings to celebrate the birth of Jesus! All are welcome!

Can’t join us in person? No problem. Join us via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 824 0829 1596 Passcode: grace

Join us for Christmas Eve worship service with carols, candles, and readings to celebrate the birth of Jesus! All are welcome!

Can’t join us in person? No problem. Join us via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 824 0829 1596 Passcode: grace

Advent Worship with Holden Evening Prayer.

Ho ho ho! There will be food, games, a movie, and more! Watch for more information to come!

The annual Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesday, December 13 and Sunday, December 17. It is a wonderful event to hear the combined Grace and Adel UMC choirs!! This year’s Cantata is brand new – "A New and Glorious Morn: Celebrating the Light and Life of Christmas" by Lloyd Larson – and includes some classic favorite carols as well as beautiful new music and the hope-filled message of Christ.

The annual Christmas Cantata will be on Wednesday, December 13 and Sunday, December 17. It is a wonderful event to hear the combined Grace and Adel UMC choirs!! This year’s Cantata is brand new – "A New and Glorious Morn: Celebrating the Light and Life of Christmas" by Lloyd Larson – and includes some classic favorite carols as well as beautiful new music and the hope-filled message of Christ.

A time to learn about -- and practice -- communion. Please contact Pastor Tania for more information.

We rejoice with the families of the 9th grade confirmation students who will affirm their baptisms on Sunday, November 19. Join us for worship and for fellowship following the service to share in the joy and congratulations of these beloved siblings in Christ. 

Grace Lutheran's Social Action Committee to Host Poverty Simulation

This simulation helps break down stereotypes by allowing participants to step into the real life situations of others. 

Poverty is often portrayed as a stand alone issue - but this simulation allows individuals to walk a month in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty and realize how complex and interconnected issues of poverty really are.

• A single parent with limited resources and no transportation must find a way to get to work and get their child to daycare.

• An elderly person must find a way to pay for both utilities and medication.

• A young adult must care for siblings while their parent is incarcerated.

• An elderly couple must raise their grandchildren and deal with their own health and employment issues

After the experience, individuals then have the opportunity to discuss what they’ve learned with their peers. The Community Action Poverty Simulation is a tool that helps participants rethink the challenges that millions of low income individuals must face each and every day. More importantly, this tool helps people identify areas of change that can directly impact the effects of poverty on individuals, families and communities.

You are invited to participate in a Poverty Simulation on Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 1-3:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 23932 Meadow Road, Adel, Iowa. There is no cost to participate, but we do ask that you RSVP here.

Please contact Jamie Loggins-Evans, jamieevans@projectiowa.org if you have any questions. 

We hope that you can join us! This simulation is open to the community, so please invite your friends, families, and colleagues.

Project Iowa coordinates and runs the Missouri Community Action Poverty Simulation with their partner Center for Social Ministry. 

The annual Vendor and Craft Fair at Grace Lutheran in Adel is coming up Nov. 4.
Come shop local vendors and purchase some goodies from the Bake Sale (featuring some of the best bakers in town!) Proceeds from the Bake Sale support the Good Samaritan Food Pantry. Cinnamon Rolls available for purchase for breakfast and Zipp's Pizzaria Food Truck will be on site for lunch! We'll also have door prizes throughout the day!

Vendors:

Studio On 10th
Blissful Crafts
Scentsy
Color Street
Made By Us
Metaelry
International Health Partners-US
Avon
E@D Designs
Tastefully Simple
DoTERRA
Uniquely Yours
Little Lamb Knits

On October 29, all are invited to wear red as the color of the day!

Readings:Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 46; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36
Spark Story Bible: “,” p. 306

Rooted in the past and growing into the future, the church must always be reformed in order to live out the love of Christ in an ever-changing world. We celebrate the good news of God’s grace, that Jesus Christ sets us free every day to do this life-transforming work. Trusting in the freedom given to us in baptism, we pray for the church, that Christians will unite more fully in worship and mission.