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!
Faith & Civic Life: Session 4
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
What We Bring to the Table: Food, Stories, Faith, Family
What stories do you carry? What traditions have been passed down in your family? Where did your family begin and what brought them here?
Join us for an evening of food, storytelling, faith, and community as we gather around the table to explore the stories that have shaped us. Bring a dish. Bring a story.
Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Most of all, come to the table.
“Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you.” — Romans 15:7
Faith & Civic Life: Session 5
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
Catechism for the Rest of Us - The 10 Commandments
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
Faith & Civic Life: Session 6
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “My Friends”, by Fredrik Backman
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Catechism for the Rest of Us - The Apostles' Creed
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “All the Sinners Bleed (a fiction thriller - finding a serial killer)”, by S.A. Crosby
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
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 2027, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Dear America”, by Jose Antonio Vargas
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Catechism for the Rest of Us - The Sacraments (2 1/2): Baptism, Communion, and...Confession
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
Catechism for the Rest of Us - The Lord's Prayer
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
Catechism for the Rest of Us - Devotions & Final Reflections
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “The Last Lifeboat”, by Hazel Gaynor
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Faith & Civic Life: Session 3
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
Faith & Civic Life: Session 2
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
Faith & Civic Life: Session 1
What does it mean to follow Jesus in the public life we share with our neighbors? Together, we’ll consider what our Lutheran faith has to say about democracy, civic participation, political authority, disagreement, and our calling to seek the well-being of all. Each session will include a short video and guided conversation.
Catechism for the Rest of Us - Getting Started: Welcome for the Rest of Us
Each month, we’ll read and reflect on a portion of the Small Catechism before gathering for questions and conversation about the basics of Lutheran faith.
Like Festivus, only better! No prior experience—or feats of strength—required!
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “King Leopold's Ghost: A Story of Greed, Terror, and Heroism in Colonial Africa”, by Adam Hochschild
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
God's Work. Our Hands.
Help Us Pack A Little Care!
This year, Grace is partnering with the Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry to assemble Personal Hygiene Kits for neighbors in our community. Purchase items from our Amazon Wish List to help us fill these kits.
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “A Fever in the Heartland”, by Timothy Egan
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Pool Party!
The VBS theme this year is Splash! So bring your kids, grandkids, friends, and neighbors, and let’s “dive deep into God’s love” at the pool party!
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “The Rose Code”, by Kate Quinn
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “The Deep Sky”, by Yume Kitasei
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Magic Hour”, by Kristin Hannah
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
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.
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Demon Copperhead”, by Barbara Kingsolver
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Easter Festival Worship
Join us at 9:00 am for Easter festival worship with songs of joyful praise! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Easter Sunrise Service
Join us at 6:30 am for Easter Sunrise worship. We will gather outside around the campfire, weather permitting, to remember the resurrection dawn and the new light of Easter. Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!
Palm Sunday Community Choir Sing
Join us for an evening of performances to benefit the Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry. The concert will feature several ensembles and a combined choir of local congregations.
St. John’s Catholic Church
24043 302nd Place, Adel, Iowa
A time for fellowship and snacks will follow the concert.
Palm/Passion Sunday
Today, we encounter the both/and paradoxes that define our faith: Jesus Christ is both glorified king and humiliated servant. Join us to wave palms and sing hosanna, and then hear the Passion according to Matthew from the confirmation students.
Procession with Palms: Matthew 21:1-11
The Passion of the Lord: Matthew 26:14—27:66, read by the confirmation class
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “James”, by Percival Everett
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Lutheran Day on the Hill
Lutheran Day on the Hill is a day of learning and advocacy at the State Capitol with the three Iowa synods of the ELCA.
February Self-Care SomaYoga Series
This 4-session class with licensed instructor, Kerri Hardy, will include SomaYoga mindful movement, introduction to yoga basics for all levels, and self-care principles based on Ayurvedic principles.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and Games
Grace’s annual “fat Tuesday” celebration with feasting, fellowship, and fun for all ages.
February Self-Care SomaYoga Series
This 4-session class with licensed instructor, Kerri Hardy, will include SomaYoga mindful movement, introduction to yoga basics for all levels, and self-care principles based on Ayurvedic principles.
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 2026, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “The Quiet Librarian”, by Allen Eskers
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
February Self-Care SomaYoga Series
This 4-session class with licensed instructor, Kerri Hardy, will include SomaYoga mindful movement, introduction to yoga basics for all levels, and self-care principles based on Ayurvedic principles.
February Self-Care SomaYoga Series
This 4-session class with licensed instructor, Kerri Hardy, will include SomaYoga mindful movement, introduction to yoga basics for all levels, and self-care principles based on Ayurvedic principles.