11-13-22 Grace-Tucson Worship Folder

THE TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

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Our mission at Grace is to teach the inspired and inerrant Word of God, to proclaim that Jesus Christ is the crucified and risen Savior of the world, and to nurture believers for lives of Christian service.

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WORSHIP NOTES

We are very pleased that you have joined us for worship today! We pray that this time will be a blessing for you as God comes to you with his Word and promises, and as you offer him your thanks and praise.

The order of worship we will follow is printed in this worship folder for you to follow along and participate. You’ll notice that the service is a dialogue between God and us, his people. The pastor speaks to God along with the congregation and also speaks the Word of God to the people. LARGE PRINT worship folders are available at the entrances for those who desire them.

Today we are using elements from the Christian Worship (2021) hymnal. You will find these blue worship books in the hymnal racks in each pew. You will be asked to open the hymnal to participate in parts of the service today. We hope this will help our members and friends become better acquainted with these new books. A vocalist will aid in our singing and will be recorded for our audio disks and video live streaming.

OUR WORSHIP THEME FOR TODAY—

THE LAST DAY: A DAY OF TERROR FOR ALL THOSE WHO TROUBLED GOD’S PEOPLE

Our world is full of victims of abuse, violence, and oppression. In many cases, this evil goes unnoticed or unpunished. Injustice can drive victims in two possible directions. They can be filled with despair over the unfairness of the situation. Or they can be filled with hatred and a desire for revenge. While Christians wait for Christ's return on the Last Day, they are by no means the only ones who suffer at the hands of others. They are, however, often included among them. Believers have always faced opposition from a world who rejects the one we believe in. When we suffer, what are our options? Do we throw up our hands in despair? Do we take matters into our own hands and seek vengeance? The certainty of the Last Day gives us a better option. We can leave justice up to the Judge. We can be confident that on the Last Day every wrong will be righted. We can look forward to the Last Day also known as Judgment Day because we are confident of where we stand with God through faith in Jesus Christ.

NEXT SUNDAY—ALA SUNDAY

Please plan to join us next Sunday, November 20, for a special worship service of Word and song. The A capella Choir from Arizona Lutheran Academy will provide music in both services at Grace Tucson and ALA Campus Pastor Brad Bode will be our guest preacher. To express our thanks to the ALA choir, a door offering will be collected that day, which they will use to help defray their travel costs. (Arizona Lutheran Academy is our area WELS high school located in the Phoenix area. Their mission is to provide an exceptional education, while also preserving a Christ focused school culture, promoting spiritual growth and Christian service, and preparing life long disciples of Jesus Christ. Grace supports this high school as a member of its federation. Four Grace members are currently students at ALA, and Grace member Naomi Kassulke is a member of the A capella Choir.)

ORDER OF WORSHIP +

WELCOME

OPENING HYMN—All Is Well Christian Worship 802

The choir will sing the verses of this hymn as well as the first refrain. Please join in singing the refrains after the second and third verses.

Please stand

INVOCATION

Minister: In the name of the Father and of the Son (+) and of the Holy Spirit.

Congregation: Amen.

CONFESSION OF SINS

If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.

If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

Let us confess our sins to the Lord.

Holy God, gracious Father, I am sinful by nature and have sinned against you in my thoughts, words, and actions. I have not loved you with my whole heart; I have not loved others as I should.

I deserve your punishment both now and forever. But Jesus, my Savior, paid for my sins with his innocent suffering and death. Trusting in him, I pray: God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Silence for meditation and reflection

Our gracious Father in heaven has been merciful to us. He sent his only Son, Jesus Christ, who gave his life as the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the whole world. Therefore, as a called servant of Christ and by his authority, I forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the (+) Son and of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

PRESERVICE MUSIC:

In Christ Alone

Stuart Townend & Keith Getty, arr. James Koerts Look, Ye Saints!

The Sight is Glorious William Owen, arr. Mark Hayes

The words of the invocation remind us that the God we meet and worship here is the true and triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 1 John 1:8 9

“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” James 5:16

Christ gave the authority to forgive the sins of penitent sinners to his church: “Whenever you forgive people’s sins, they are forgiven.” John 20:23

Kyrie is the Greek word for Lord. The expression “Lord, have mercy” is one of the oldest worship responses in the Christian Church.

LORD, HAVE MERCY

The minister will chant each printed line. Please join in singing the responses as indicated.

In peace let us pray to the Lord.

For the peace from above and for our salvation, let us pray to the Lord.

For the peace of the whole world, for the well being of the Church of God, and for the unity of all, let us pray to the Lord.

For this holy house and for all who offer here their worship and praise, let us pray to the Lord.

Help, save, comfort, and defend us, gracious Lord.

Tune: Marty Haugen © 1984, 1985 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

GLORY BE TO GOD Gloria in Excelsis

Please join with the choir in whatever parts of this song you are comfortable singing.

Christians praise God by proclaiming the great things he has done to accomplish our rescue from sin. “Glory to God in the Highest” has been a Christian song of worship since the fourth century.

This song continues on the next page.

Tune: Marty Haugen © 1984 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

THE WORD +

PRAYER OF THE DAY

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.

Lord God Almighty, so rule and govern our hearts and minds by your Holy Spirit that we may always look forward to the end of this present evil age and the day of your righteous judgment. Keep us steadfast in true and living faith, and present us at last holy and blameless before you; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen.

Please be seated

FIRST READING

Malachi 4:1-6

1 Look! The day is coming, burning like a blast furnace. All the arrogant and every evildoer will be stubble. The day that is coming will set them on fire, says the L of Armies, a day that will not leave behind a root or branch for them. 2 But for you who fear my name, the sun of righteousness will rise, and there will be healing in its wings. You will go out and jump around like calves from the stall. 3 You will trample the wicked. They will surely be ashes under the soles of your feet on the day when I take action, says the L of Armies.

4 Remember the law of my servant Moses, which I commanded to him at Horeb to serve as statutes and judgments over all Israel.

5 Look! I am going to send Elijah the prophet to you before the great and fearful day of the L comes! 6 He will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers. Otherwise, I will come and strike the land with complete destruction.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

On the Last Day, those who opposed God will be laid low, but all God’s people will be healed.

This setting of Psalm 98 is not found in the hymnal. Rather, it was included in the Christian Worship Psalter which was released in connection with the hymnal in 2021.

PSALM OF THE DAY—All The Ends of the Earth Have Seen CW Psalter

The choir will sing the first refrain and the verses. Please join in singing the remaining refrains.

Choir: All the ends of the earth have seen the power of God. All the ends of the earth have seen the power of God.

Sing to the L a new song, for he has done wondrous deeds; his right hand has won the vict’ry for him, his holy arm.

Refrain (ALL):

Choir: The L has made his salvation known, his justice revealed to all. Remembered his kindness and faithfulness to Israel.

Refrain (ALL)

Choir: All of the ends of earth have seen salvation by our God. Joyfully sing out, all you lands; break forth in song.

Refrain (ALL)

Choir: Sing to the L with harp and song, with trumpet and with horn. Sing in your joy before the King, the King, our L .

Refrain (ALL)

Text and tune: David Haas, Marty Haugen © 1983 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

SECOND READING

2 Thessalonians 1:5-10

5 This is evidence of God’s righteous verdict that resulted in your being counted worthy of God’s kingdom, for which you also suffer. 6 Certainly, it is right for God to repay trouble to those who trouble you, 7 and to give relief to you, who are troubled along with us. When the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with his powerful angels, 8 he will exercise vengeance in flaming fire on those who do not know God and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. 9 Such people will receive a just penalty: eternal destruction away from the presence of the Lord and from his glorious strength, 10 on that day when he comes to be glorified among his saints, and to be marveled at among all those who have believed, because our testimony to you was believed.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Please stand

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

The vocalist will sing the verse. Please join in singing the refrain before and after the verse.

Refrain (ALL)

Vocalist: Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.

Refrain (ALL)

Tune: © 2010 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

Revelation 2:10

God promises that on the Last Day all those who troubled his holy people will themselves be eternally troubled.

The Gospel Acclamation points toward the words of the Gospel.

Jesus tells us what the world will be like for believers before the Last Day.

GOSPEL

5 As some were talking about the temple, how it was decorated with beautiful stones and offerings, Jesus said, 6 “These things that you see here the days will come when there will not be one stone left on another every one will be thrown down.”

7 They asked him, “Teacher, when will these things happen? And what is the sign that these things are about to happen?”

8 He said, “Watch out so that you are not deceived! For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he,’ and ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them. 9 Whenever you hear of wars and revolutions, do not be terrified, for these things must happen first, but the end will not be right then.”

10 Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, famines, and plagues in various places. There will be horrifying sights and great signs from heaven. 12 But before all these things, they will lay their hands on you and will persecute you, handing you over to synagogues and prisons, bringing you before kings and governors for my name’s sake.

13 It will turn out to be your opportunity to testify. 14 So make up your minds not to prepare beforehand how to defend yourselves, 15 for I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to withstand or contradict. 16 You will be betrayed even by parents, brothers, relatives, and friends. They will put some of you to death.

17 You will be hated by all people for my name’s sake. 18 But not a hair of your head will perish. 19 By patient endurance you will gain your lives.”

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to you, O Christ.

Please be seated

Please stand

CONFESSION OF FAITH

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended into hell.

The third day he rose again from the dead.

He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Please be seated

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH

Apostles’ Creed

Eternal and gracious Father, we thank you for your unending grace. Throughout the church year, the Holy Spirit has nourished and strengthened our faith as we reviewed the words and works of Jesus recorded in the Gospels. We have rejoiced to hear that you kept the promises you made to your ancient people. We were encouraged as we remembered how you empowered your followers to proclaim the good news in their world.

Work in us every day to believe the truths of your Word and apply them in our lives.

We are aware that we live in dangerous times as Satan and his forces of evil assault your people again and again. Give us wisdom to discern teachings that subtly deny the Scriptures. Provide courage to stand against the attacks of godless opponents. Strengthen our resolve to confess the truth and then to speak the truth in love. Work in us every day to be watchful and cautious as we live in our world.

Help us take to heart that your Son, our Lord Jesus, is coming again to judge the living and the dead. Since the day of his return is unknown to us, lead us to note the signs that signal the end of time. Spare us from fear as trouble and woe increase, and fill us with hope as we long for that great day.

Work in us every day to be ready for the moment of his coming.

The Apostles’ Creed developed in the Early Christian Church as a personal confession of faith. It is so named because it confesses the faith taught by the Apostles of Jesus. Brief intercessory prayers may be added in a fitting place.

OFFERTORY:

By All Your Saints arr. Jerry van der Pol

Fill us with concern for family members and friends who are not taking seriously their need for Jesus and his forgiveness. Provide opportunities to reach out to them with patient persistence and to lovingly lead them to your Word and sacraments. Make us generous with our offerings so that others can go in our place to proclaim the good news.

Work in us every day to witness to Christ and his love for sinners.

Lead us to see our Savior’s face in the faces of the poor and hungry, the lonely and forgotten, the oppressed and imprisoned, and move to support them whenever we can. Empower our faith to be lights in the world so that people may see our good works and glorify you and your Son.

Work in us every day to imitate your love for the lost, the least, and the last.

If you call us to glory before the final day comes, carry our souls to heaven where we will await the resurrection of our bodies. Comfort those who may grieve over losing us and point them to the day when they will join us at the marriage feast of the Lamb.

Work in us every day so that we are ready whenever you call us home.

Hear us, Lord, as we pray in silence.

Silent prayer

Fill us with hope and joy as we await your Son’s return. Cause us to enjoy your earthly blessings in light of your eternal glories and to realize that heaven is really our home. Lead us to long for the splendor of Paradise where you will wipe away all tears from our eyes.

Work in us every day as we listen for the sound of the final trumpet. Amen.

OFFERING

Members of Grace respond to their Savior’s love with offerings that are given joyfully, generously, regularly, and in a way that is proportionate to how the Lord has blessed them. Their cheerful gifts support the mission and ministry of our congregation. If you are a guest today, please know that we do not expect you to contribute to our congregation’s work. However, if you would like to give an offering to the Lord in response to his love to you, we are happy to receive it and put it to work in God’s kingdom. If you prefer, use your smart phone to give online by scanning this QR code:

Please fill out the Friendship Register located in the red folder at the end of the row and pass it along. Thank you!

HYMN—The Clouds of Judgment Gather Christian Worship 490

The vocalist will sing stanza 1. Please join in singing the remainder of this hymn.

Please stand

PRAYER

Blessed Lord, you have given us your Holy Scriptures for our learning. May we so hear them, read, learn, and take them to heart that, being strengthened and comforted by your holy Word, we may cling to the blessed hope of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen. LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

Matthew 6 and Luke 11 record how Jesus taught his disciples to pray. We use his example prayer as part of our public worship, trusting that he will hear and answer our prayers.

BLESSING

The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look on you with favor and (+) give you peace.

Amen. Please be seated

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CLOSING HYMN—Abide, O Dearest Jesus Christian Worship 924

The blessing of Aaron has been spoken over God’s people for over 3,500 years. The L said, “In this way they will put my name on [them], and I will bless them.” Numbers 6:27

POSTLUDE MUSIC:

Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams

Altar Flowers

The flowers beautifying our altar today have been given by Sally Littau and Vic & Lois Thornton in celebration of the birthdays of Clifford Littau (Sally’s brother) and Eric Thornton (Vic & Lois’ son).

If you would like to provide flowers for the altar, please call (520 623 6633) or email (office@gracelutheransaz.org) the Grace Central Office to reserve a Sunday. The next available Sundays are December 18 and all the Sundays in January. The cost for the 2 bouquets is $32.50. After the 10:00 AM service you may take the flowers home or leave them to be dropped off to one of our homebound members if a visit is being made.

Fellowship

Following the 10:00 AM service, you are invited to join us in the courtyard for drinks and snacks. We thank Beth and David Williams for hosting this week. The next available dates include all the Sundays in January and February. Please sign up on the sheet in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday Morning Bible Study

This morning, Holly Vaden will give a presentation on Truth in Love Ministries and her experiences working with them in witnessing to Mormons in the Provo, Utah area this past summer. We thank her for sharing about this important work in a mission field ripe with opportunities to share Christ Next Sunday (November 20), Kurt Rosenbaum, Principal of Arizona Lutheran Academy, will present on the blessings, challenges, and future plans of ALA, our WELS High School, located in the Phoenix area.

Children’s Bible Hour: TODAY

All children, ages 3 8th grade, are invited to attend Children’s Bible Hour on Sunday mornings. The children will begin all together in the main area of our Education Building at 8:45 AM for music and an opening devotion and from there will be divided into age based classrooms. Parents can meet their children after class at their classrooms or in the courtyard. If you have any questions about Children’s Bible Hour, please contact Pastor Patoka.

Those Assisting in Worship This Morning

Pastor Patoka is preaching in Ann Arbor, Michigan today in connection to his work with the WELS Campus Ministry Committee.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Questions Answered About Online Giving

Grace makes use of an online giving portal to gather offerings electronically. Regular offerings and special offerings can be given online, and offerings can be automated as weekly or monthly gifts. About half of Grace’s regular offerings are gathered electronically. The online platform is very secure and works from a computer or smartphone.

Jay Wiechmann, Grace’s Financial Manager, will be available in the Courtyard today after the early and late services to answer questions and share information about online giving. If you would like to learn more about online giving, or if you already use online giving and have questions, stop by!

Tucson Campus Ministry Bible Study: TONIGHT & Wednesday

TCM is organizing a mission trip to the San Carlos Apache Reservation for college aged adults over the MLK Jr. Weekend (January 14-16). We are certain the Lord will bless our thankful service to him and our memorable, fun time together. But do you want to know what we’ll actually be doing? Then come and hear what we have in store so that you can be better informed and reserve your spot. This presentation will take place tonight at 7:00 PM in the TCM Student Center in place of our regularly scheduled Sunday Bible study.

Additional Bible Study: Join us this Wednesday for TCM’s midweek Bible Study “Connecting Sinai to Calvary” as we see how Jesus is the central figure of the Old Testament. We will meet at 6:30 PM in the Student Union across from the bookstore entrance. Gourmet donuts will be provided.

Church History Bible Study: Wednesday

Our Church History Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM in the GraceTucson Fellowship Hall. We hope you will join us this coming Wednesday as we discuss the history Prussian Union.

Women’s Bible Study: Thursday

Our study of “Prepared to Answer,” a book by Pastor Mark Paustian, a professor at Martin Luther College, tackles common questions and viewpoints that come from non Christians and even Christians on subjects like: “Do you really believe in miracles?” “But I’m pro choice.” “There are no moral absolutes.” “There are things I’ll never be able to forgive.” “With so many interpretations and denominations, who can say who is right?” “Why doesn’t he answer my prayers?” Each question is handled in just a handful of pages, so it is easy to jump into the study at any time, even if you can’t make it each week. The book is provided at no cost to you and is yours to keep. Invite a friend and join Pastor Koehler for what should be a very helpful study for us and for those we have discussions with about such things. This class meets on Thursdays at 9:00 AM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall.

Memorial Service: Friday

A memorial service for John Parrin, former Grace member and Kathy Parra’s father, will be held at 10:00 AM this Friday, November 18, at Faith Community Church (2551 West Orange Grove Road 85741).

Grace Member Called to Heaven

Grace member Bernice Marsala was called to her Savior’s side on November 10. We thank God for the many blessings he bestowed on Bernice during her life on earth and rejoice that she has received the crown of life in heaven. Please watch for future announcements regarding a memorial service.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lifeliners Mini Golf Outing: November 20

Grace's high school youth group, the Lifeliners, is going to Golf N' Stuff (6503 E Tanque Verde Rd 85715) next Sunday, November 20. After Grace Tucson's 10:00 AM worship service, Pastor Patoka and the Lifeliners will go out for lunch and then enjoy some mini golf fun and arcade action. Interested teens are asked to text their RSVP and questions to Pastor Patoka (540-623-1149) by today.

Thanksgiving Services: November 23

We hope you will join us at one of our Grace locations on Wednesday, November 23, to thank and praise God for the many blessings he provides to us.

6:00 PM Grace-Sahuarita 7:00 PM Grace-Tucson

You are also invited to enjoy a dessert fellowship following these worship services. Members are asked to bring a pie or other dessert to share.

Wedding Invitation: November 25

Grace congregation members are invited to the wedding service of Pastor Seth Scheuerlein and Nicole Weinstein on Friday, November 25, at 3:00 PM at Grace Tucson. You are also invited to attend a brief reception on the lawn in front of the church immediately following the service.

Midweek Advent Services

Advent is a time of preparation and repentance as we prepare to celebrate Christmas. Join us on three Wednesdays, November 30, and December 7 & 14 for special Advent Midweek worship services. This year we will be focusing on the question raised by one of our hymns, “O Lord, How Shall I Meet You?” Three weekly themes will rotate through the sites hosting our midweek services, so you are encouraged to pick one site at which to worship for these services.

Grace Benson 10:00 AM

Grace-Sahuarita 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM Grace Tucson 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM

You are also invited to join us for a light lunch following the service at Grace-Benson or a light supper at 6:00 PM at Grace Tucson.

Ladies’ Fellowship Group: December 1

The Ladies’ Fellowship Group will meet on Thursday, December 1, at 10:15 AM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall. They will be holding an Advent appetizer potluck and exchanging white elephant gifts. Please bring an appetizer and a wrapped gift. Ladies from ALL sites are welcome to join in the fun! Please RSVP by signing the sheet in the Fellowship Hall or call/email the Grace Central Office (520 623 6633 or office@gracelutheransaz.org). Contact Lois Thornton at (520)323 8772 if you have any questions.

Advent by Candlelight: December 4

All ladies are invited to Advent by Candlelight on Sunday, December 4, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall. You are encouraged to bring your friends to join in focusing on the true meaning of Christmas.

We need ladies to host a table for six to eight ladies. This includes bringing dishes (plates, silverware, cups) and a light snack/dessert to share with the table. If you are interested in hosting a table or have any questions, please contact Hailey Brandt at (608)387-9319.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Men of His Word Rally: January 21, 2023

WELS men of all ages are invited to this one day event on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix. The theme will be “Man Up! - In a Man Down World.” The keynote speaker will be Pastor Dan Solofra of CrossWalk, Phoenix. There will also be eight breakout sessions including: “Hot Button Topics in Our Society and How to Handle Them,” “Dating and Choosing a Spouse Today” (young men), “Lead Me, Father” (parenting), and “Prayer by Men.” More information can be found at MenofHisWord.org.

Helping Hands

Sometimes you could just use a helping hand! Do you have a talent or service that you could offer to our fellow Grace members who could use some help (at a minimal cost or free)? Just a few ideas: outdoor work, computer work, sewing/mending, handyman, cooking, organizing, transportation to appointments, etc. We’re sure there are many more! If you would like to help, please fill out a Helping Hands card found on the bulletin board outside of the Library in the Fellowship Hall. These offers will then be posted on the bulletin board.

Mission to the Children Christmas Gifts

Mission to the Children is preparing Christmas Boxes for the families in the villages they serve in Mexico. They are requesting the following items: soccer or sports balls, stuffed animals (about 10” high), children’s socks, and candy. Visa, MasterCard, Walmart, or Target gift cards are also appreciated for purchasing items that are not donated. Items and gift cards may be dropped off in the Grace Central Office Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Please bring your items by Sunday, November 27.

Care Bags for the Homeless

Grace members together with Tucson Campus Ministry students are putting together care bags for distribution to the homeless during the upcoming holiday season. Anyone who would like to donate items for this ministry may do so by placing them in the box located inside the side entrance to the church building or in the west end of the Fellowship Hall by Tuesday, November 15. If you would like to make a monetary donation toward the purchase of items, please bring it to the church office. Items needed include:

Individually wrapped food items Regular size

Travel size

Granola bars (no nuts) toothbrushes hand/face wipes Cheese and cracker “sandwiches” Chapstick (20 ct. or less) (no Cheez Its please) band aids toothpaste

16 oz. bottles of water deodorant

Hard candy (NO mints please) Kleenex

Bumble Bee Snack on the Run! (chicken, tuna, or ham) lotion (hotel size)

Beef sticks

Care-bags will be packaged in gallon-size zipper bags so individual items must be small. If you have any questions, contact Holly Vaden at (208)922 9884 or email: holence1@yahoo.com.

Care Bag Assembly We could use some help assembling the care bags! This will take place on Saturday, November 19, beginning at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided. Please join us!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Divine Calls Extended

At our special Call meeting on Sunday, October 23, Grace extended two Divine Calls for Mission Teachers at our Child Learning Center. One was to Mrs. Jennifer Rannow who currently serves at Precious Lambs Early Learning Center at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. The second call was to Mrs. Alison Moeri who currently serves at Little Lambs Learning Center at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Duluth, Minnesota. Please keep both of these ladies in your prayers as they deliberate whether to accept our call and to move their ministry here to southern Arizona or to decline our call and continue serving in their current locations. Feel free to communicate with them any information that you feel may be helpful in their deliberations.

Jennifer Rannow: jjrannow@gmail.com or (704)668 1599

Alison Moeri: bouldeam@yahoo.com or (920)253-8668

Divine Call Received

Pastor Kassulke was informed on November 10 that St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Fort Atkinson, WI had voted to extend to him a Divine Call to serve as their outreach pastor. This means that he now holds two calls, one to Grace-Tucson and one to St. Paul’s in Fort Atkinson. In the coming weeks, he will be working to make a decision whether to accept the new Call and move his ministry to Wisconsin or to decline the Call and continue serving here. He will strive to make that decision with prayer and careful consideration where his particular gifts for ministry fit best.

Pastor Kassulke welcomes any input that the friends and members of Grace might wish to share with him. You can reach him by email at RevNPK@GraceLutheranSAZ.org or by phone at (520)2604453. He also appreciates prayers offered on behalf of him and his family during this deliberation as well as for both congregations.

Lifeliner Calendar Fundraiser

Did you forget to buy your 2023 wall calendar and so support Grace’s high school youth group, the Lifeliners? It's not too late! Call the Grace Central Office (520-6236633) to order your calendar from our remaining supplies. The cost is $10 for one calendar or get two for $15.

Greeting Cards

A wide variety of Scripture based greeting cards are available for purchase in the southwest corner of the Fellowship Hall. Seasonal cards are also available, including Thanksgiving cards and boxes of Christmas cards. These cards are made available at cost by the Women of Grace and the prices are marked.

Great Exchange at Redeemer: November 14 & 15

Our sister congregation, Redeemer Lutheran Church, is holding an event called the Great Exchange THIS Monday, November 14 from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Tuesday, November 15 from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This event has proven to delight all ages! This afternoon after 11:00 AM or Monday, November 14, in the morning ONLY, bring your no longer used or never used items which can include, but is not limited to, clothing, books, videos/DVDs/CDs, office supplies, kids toys, infant needs, household items, linens, jewelry, holiday/seasonal items, etc. to the Redeemer Ministry Center located at 8845 N. Silverbell Road, 85743. If you have very large items, please just bring a photo. On Monday or Tuesday, come back again to shop! All items are FREE and you do not need to donate to participate! If you have questions, call Ruth Schaller at (520)572-6686 or Dorothy Weinstein at (520)888 2639.

This schedule is subject to change. Please watch your email for the most up-to-date information or call the Grace Central Office at (520)623-6633 if you have questions.

This Week at Grace Ÿ November 13 – November 20

TUCSON Today

Worship Services

7:45a & 10:00a

Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a

Adult Bible Study: Truth in Love Presentation 9:00a Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study 9:00a NO Small Group Bible Study (resumes November 20) TCM Bible Study: Apacheland Mission Presentation 7:00p

Monday Circuit Meeting at Grace, Safford 9:00a

Tuesday Weekly Pastors’ Meeting................................................ 9:00a English Classes 6:30p

Wednesday

Midweek Bible Study: Church History 10:00a & 7:00p TCM Bible Study (on campus) ....................................... 6:30p Connecting Sinai to Calvary

Thursday

Women’s Bible Study: Prepared to Answer ................... 9:00a Handbell Rehearsal 5:30p Worship Choir 6:45p

Saturday Ministry Board Meeting................................................... 9:00a Homeless Care Bag Assembly 11:00a Next Sunday, November 20 ALA Sunday Worship Services with communion .................7:45a & 10:00a Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a

Adult Bible Study: ALA Presentation 9:00a Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study............................... 9:00a Small Group Bible Study: God & Government............... 9:00a Lifeliners Outing: Mini Golf 12:00p TCM Bible Study: Count Your Blessings 7:00p

ONLINE Today

Adult Bible Study (Tucson) 9:00a Worship Services (Tucson and Sahuarita) 10:00a

Next Sunday, November 20

Adult Bible Study (Tucson).............................................9:00a Worship Services (Tucson and Sahuarita) 10:00a

Stay Up to Date

VAIL Today

Children’s Sunday School 9:00a

Adult Bible Study: Male & Female He Created Them 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Fellowship following worship Thursday

Midweek Bible Study: Grow in Grace 6:30p Next Sunday, November 20 Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Adult Bible Study: Male & Female He Created Them 9:00a Worship Service with communion ................................10:00a Fellowship following worship

BENSON Today

Worship Service..............................................................7:30a Bible Study following worship: 1 Corinthians Wednesday

Midweek Bible Study: The Large Catechism................10:00a Next Sunday, November 20 Worship Service with communion 7:30a Bible Study following worship: 1 Corinthians

SAHUARITA Today

Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Wednesday

Midweek Bible Study: The Bible Project 10:00a Grow in Grace Class 5:00p

Next Sunday, November 20

Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Worship Service with communion 10:00a

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Grace

Grace-Sahuarita 75 W. Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629 (520)578-3538

Pastor

Pastor

Pastor

Grace-Benson 451 W. Duane St., Benson, AZ 85602

Grace-Vail Worshipping at Esmond Station Elementary 9400 S. Atterbury Wash Way, Tucson, AZ 85747

Pastor Seth A. Scheuerlein revsas@gracelutheransaz.org

Office at Civano

10501 E. Seven Generations Way, Tucson, AZ 85747 (520)848-4631

Prayer Group Laura Hodgson prayergroup@gracelutheransaz.org

Bible-Based Counselor—Cinda Drescher cinda@gracelutheransaz.org (520)405-3286

Administrative Assistant—Debbie Koehler assistant@gracelutheransaz.org

Worship Coordinator—Beth Kassulke music@gracelutheransaz.org

Office Assistant—Cora Stuhr office@gracelutheransaz.org

Grace Lutheran Church is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), a group of nearly 400,000 men, women, and children in nearly 1,300 congregations across the United States and Canada united by a common faith in Christ's saving love. We are committed to a common calling encouraging each other in our faith and sharing God's gift of a Savior with the rest of the world. For more information about our synod and what we believe visit: www.wels.net