Upcoming Events
There's always something going on at Grace!
Check out the details of upcoming events for learning, fellowship, or community gatherings. Join us as we grow in faith and fellowship together. We’d love for you to be part of our community!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Freezing Order: A True Story of Money Laundering...Putin's Wrath”, by Bill Browder
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TigerFest - Volunteers needed! (Outreach & Welcome)
On September 18, the ADM community will be celebrating Homecoming with Tiger Fest. It is an opportunity for organizations in the community to set up a booth and share in the fun with people of all ages- but mainly children. Grace would like to have a booth this year. We have a ring toss game and hand out stickers. To make this successful, we could use a few volunteers to cover the time from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. We also need a tent/canopy/shade for the booth. Please let Lisa Crawford, Todd Nordquist or the Church office know if you want to help participate in this outreach initiative in our community.
Wednesdays with Grace Family Night
On August 20 and 27,worship on Wednesdays at 6:35 pm will move back into the Sanctuary. As we ease back into regular routines for the school year, join us for a casual, come-as-you-are service with music, storytelling, and holy communion.
CANCELLED - Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
“Be Kind!” - Blessing of the Backpacks
Calling all teachers and students in any grade! On Sunday, August 24, in worship, we will bless teachers and students for the upcoming school year and hand out backpack tags. There will be an additional blessing on Wednesday, September 3, during worship at the Christian Education Family Night.
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be going to Fiesta (715 Main St, Adel, IA 50003) in Adel on Tuesday, August 12. Meet there at 6 PM. RSVP to Lori Tabbert. Call or text 515-710-2439 or email tabrph@yahoo.com
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Wilmington's Lie”, by David Zucchino
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Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Becoming Madam Secretary”, by Stephanie Dray
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be at Ambro’s Roadhouse in De Soto on Tuesday the 8th at 6pm. RSVP to Lori Tabbert at tabrph@yahoo.com or call/text 515-710-2439.
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
A meal will be provided to all attendees every evening from 5:30-6:00. We’ll be providing walking tacos for the VBS meal on Tuesday, June 24th. Both volunteers and food donations are needed! Sign up here: volunteersignup.org/H8AMH
VBS Mission: Support of Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry.
Please allow your child to support this mission by bringing non-perishable food items.
You will need to fill out a new form for each child. If you have any questions, please contact Abby Carlson at christianedglc@gmail.com or call the church office at (515) 993-4766. Thank you!
Vacation Bible School will be held at Grace June 23rd-26th! Ready to sign up? Follow this link to register!
Interested in volunteering at any point in the week? Click here to sign up to volunteer. You're welcome to join us as many days as you're available!
Want to help out, but can't be there in person? Use this link to see the list of supplies needed and sign up to donate!
Prayer and Practices Intellectual Well-being(Matthew 19:16-26)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Prayer and Practices Vocational Well-being(Ephesians 4:1-16)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Read with Grace
Join us for the "Read with Grace" book club! We will be meeting at the church at 7 pm on June 8, instead of over Zoom!
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Prayer and Practices Financial Well-being(Luke 14:28-33)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be at 9th St Smash & Tap (112 S 9th St, Adel, IA 50003) on Tuesday, June 10th, at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP to Lori Tabbert via email tabrph@yahoo.com.
Confirmation Prayer Partner Meet & Greet
Meet your prayer partner. Confirmation students will provide desserts!
Christian Education End-of-Year Party
Christian education End-of-Year Party with cookout, games, campfire worship. Join us to celebelate another wondeful year!
Easter Festival
Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Acts 10:34-43; Luke 24:1-12
Today Christ is risen! We gather together with astonishment and joy. Christ is risen, and we have been set free from the bonds of death. Christ is risen, and we are forgiven. Christ is risen, and with the women at the tomb and Peter, we are amazed. Let us rejoice: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!
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Meeting ID: 468 805 568
Passcode: Grace
Easter Sunrise Service
Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Acts 10:34-43; Luke 24:1-12
Today Christ is risen! We gather together with astonishment and joy. Christ is risen, and we have been set free from the bonds of death. Christ is risen, and we are forgiven. Christ is risen, and with the women at the tomb and Peter, we are amazed. Let us rejoice: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Sunrise worship will be outside, weather permitting, so please dress accordingly. Online worship will not be available.
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!
Good Friday
“Good Enough: Embracing the Imperfections of Life and Faith”
Readings: Hebrews 10:16-25; John 18:1-19:42
Life and death stand side by side as we enter into Good Friday. In John’s passion account, Jesus reveals the power and glory of God, even as he is put on trial and sentenced to death. Standing with the disciples at the foot of the cross, we pray for the whole world in the ancient bidding prayer, as Christ’s death offers life to all. We gather in solemn devotion, but always with the promise that the tree around which we assemble is indeed a tree of life. We depart silently, and we anticipate the culmination of the Three Days in the Easter Vigil.
We’ll be joining in worship with Peace Lutheran Church at 34128 L Ave., Adel 50003.
Livestream will be available on the Peace Lutheran Facebook page
Maundy Thursday
This evening our Lenten observance comes to an end, and we gather with Christians around the world to celebrate the Three Days of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Tonight we remember Christ’s last meal with his disciples, but the central focus is his commandment that we live out the promise embodied in this meal. As Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, so we are called to give and receive love in humble service to one another. Formed into a new body in Christ through this holy meal, we are transformed by the mercy we have received and carry it into the world. Departing worship in solemn silence, we anticipate the coming days.
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Meeting ID: 468 805 568
Passcode: Grace
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Enjoy learning about new books and genres? Join the “Read with Grace” book club in April as we discuss “The Women,” by Kristen Hannah. Read with Grace meets on the second Sunday of each month at 7:00 pm over Zoom to discuss that month’s book. Each month is a stand-alone conversation, so you can join for one month or for many months. If you are interested in joining, you can find the Zoom link below or email Margo Swanson (swansonmes@aol.com) to be added to the notifications list.
Book of the month: “The Women”, by Kristen Hannah
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Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Palm Sunday Community Choir Sing
Join us for an evening of performances featuring several ensembles and a combined choir from all participating congregations. There will be a time for fellowship and snacks following the performance.
The Adel Ministerial Association represents churches in the Adel area. An emergency fund is available as a shared resource to help individuals with immediate needs who are living in or traveling through our communities. Your support helps this important ministry! Donate here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/X8BEUB879PK6G
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for an Easter egg hunt on Sunday, April 13, following our Palm Sunday service, which starts at 9:00 am. We are currently accepting candy donations and encourage you to bring friends and family! Here is the direct link to sign up to bring candy: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054FA5A62BA0F58-56002322-grace
Palm Sunday
Readings: Luke 19:28b-40 and Luke 22:14-23:49 (The Passion according to Luke, read by the confirmation class)
Devotional Reflection: Peter, Broken by Failure “He Denied It”
Today we follow Christ from triumphal entry to the cross, each waypoint of the journey marked by Jesus’ compassion for those who would betray, mock, accuse, or do violence to him. Though persecuted and beaten, Jesus the Son of God is not disgraced; instead, he asks forgiveness for those who put him to death. We have walked the Lenten pathway these forty days, each of us invited through baptism to “let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus.” We enter this holy week accompanying Jesus to the cross with both grief and thanksgiving in our hearts, trusting in God’s redeeming love.
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Meeting ID: 468 805 568
Passcode: Grace
Dine with Grace
Join us for Dine with Grace on April 8 at 6:00 pm at The Lucky Pig at 113 W Walnut St, Ogden, IA. Please RSVP to Lori Tabbert at 515-710-2439 or email tabrph@yahoo.com.
Communion Class
Save the date for Wednesday, March 12, the Christian Education classes will learn about Holy Communion for the first time or as a refresher.
PreK-1st grade – Pastor Tania will teach a class with kids and parents/caregivers that will include first communion instruction and practice.
2nd-6th grade – Bake communion bread.