11-13-22 Grace-Sahuarita Worship Folder

THE TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

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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 worship service 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. Those wishing to leave an offering can do so at the exit today or give online at www.GraceLutheranSAZ.org/give. (You can also scan the QR code to the right to access the online giving page.)

Today we are using elements from the Christian Worship (2021) hymnal. You will find these blue worship books in the hymnal pocket in each row. If you would like to worship out of a hymnal today, you may open the hymnal for elements of the service; however you do not need a hymnal to participate, as everything needed for the service is printed in this large print folder.

OUR WORSHIP SERIES THE LAST DAY

Certain days mean different things to different people. June 10th might mean nothing to you...or...it might be the day you got married. Mother’s Day can be a day of great joy to the woman with three children, all of whom profess their love and appreciation on that day. That same day can be extremely painful for the woman who has never been able to have children. Certain days mean different things to different people.

That will be most true on the Last Day. On his calendar, God has written in ink the day when Jesus will return to “judge the living and the dead.” In the final weeks of the church year it is natural for us to think about the Last Day and what it means. The Last Day will mean very different things to different people.

A Day of Terror for All Those Who Troubled God’s People A Day of Deliverance Which God’s People Eagerly Await

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.

OPENING HYMN Oh, How Good It Is Christian Worship 731

The Children’s Choir will sing the first verse of this hymn. Please join in singing the remainder of this hymn along with them.

Children: Oh, how good it is when the fam’ly of God dwells together in spirit, in faith and unity. Where the bonds of peace, of acceptance and love are the fruits of his presence here among us.

So with one voice we’ll sing to the Lord, and with one heart we’ll live out his word, till the whole earth sees the Redeemer has come, for he dwells in the presence of his people.

ALL: Oh, how good it is on this journey we share to rejoice with the happy and weep with those who mourn. For the weak find strength, the afflicted find grace when we offer the blessing of belonging. So with one voice we’ll sing to the Lord, and with one heart we’ll live out his word, till the whole earth sees the Redeemer has come, for he dwells in the presence of his people.

Oh, how good it is to embrace his command to prefer one another, forgive as he forgives. When we live as one we all share in the love of the Son with the Father and the Spirit. So with one voice we’ll sing to the Lord, and with one heart we’ll live out his word, till the whole earth sees the Redeemer has come, for he dwells in the presence of his people.

Text and music: Stuart Townend, b. 1963; Ross Holmes, b. 1984; Kristyn Getty, b. 1980; Keith Getty, b. 1974 © 2012 Getty Music, Parakeet Boots Music, admin. MusicServices.org, Inc. Townend Music. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

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.

INVOCATION

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

Congregation: Amen.

1 John 1:8 9

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.

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

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

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

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.

Mark 10:47

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 Kyrie

In peace let us pray to the Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

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

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.

Lord, have mercy.

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

Lord, have mercy.

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

Amen.

GLORY BE TO GOD Gloria in Excelsis

Please join in singing the response below following a brief introduction. Text: Michael A. Perry: © 1982 Hope Publishing Co. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

Luke 2:14

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.

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

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

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.

Text and music: Kristyn Getty, b. 1980; Keith Getty, b. 1974 © 2003 Thankyou Music, admin. CapitolCMGPublishing,com. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199

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

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

The Gospel Acclamation points toward the words of the Gospel.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

Revelation 2:10

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

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

GOSPEL

Luke 21:5-19

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.”

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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.

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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.

GREETING

While the children are coming forward please greet your neighbor and fill out the Friendship Register located in the red folder in your row and pass it along. Thank you!

Please be seated

CHILDREN’S CHOIR I Sing the Mighty Power of God

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

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.

During the singing of this hymn, children ages 1 8 are excused to attend Children’s Church in the CLC Building. Parents can pick up their children there following the service.

HYMN OF THE DAY—The Day Is Surely Drawing Near Christian

5 My Savior paid the debt I owe and for my sin was smitten; within the Book of Life I know my name has now been written. I will not doubt, for I am free, and Satan cannot threaten me; there is no condemnation!

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O Jesus Christ, do not delay, but hasten our salvation; we often tremble on our way in fear and tribulation. Your saints are waiting patiently; come soon, Redeemer, make us free from ev’ry evil. Amen.

Text: tr. Philip A. Peter, 1832 1919, alt.; Bartholomäus Ringwaldt, 1532 1599, abr.

Tune: Geistliche Lieder auffs new gebessert, Wittenberg, 1535, ed. Joseph Klug

Text and tune: Public domain

The Last Days of the Believers

CONFESSION OF FAITH Apostles’ Creed

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 stand

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH

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.

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.

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.

Brief intercessory prayers may be added in a fitting place.

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.

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.

CLOSING 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.

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 It Is Well with My Soul Christian Worship 850

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

Text: Horatio G. Spafford, 1828 1888, alt.

Tune: Philip P. Bliss, 1838 1876

Text and tune: Public domain

Friendship Register

We would like to have a record of both members and guests who are worshiping with us. Please sign the red Friendship Register book located along the center aisle in the hymnal rack.

Children’s Church

Children ages 1 8 will be dismissed from our worship service today during the hymn before the sermon to attend Children’s Church. Parents, following worship, please pick your child up from the gymnasium in the CLC building.

Sahuarita Children’s Choir

Thank you to the Sahuarita Children’s Choir for singing in our service this morning. This choir rehearses here at Grace Sahuarita on Thursday afternoons.

Sunday Morning Bible Study

“God just wants me to be happy.” “God helps those who help themselves.” These and other popular, positive, catchy statements might sound good, but do they really fit with what the Bible says? We are currently working through the Bible study, “10 Lies About God.” This study will help us respond to false teachings about God and to defend what the Bible teaches. Now would be an excellent time to make this study a part of your Sunday routine! Class is held at 9:00 AM in the CLC gymnasium.

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 at Grace-Tucson 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.

Those Assisting in Worship This Morning

Pastor Ryan Heiman

Neujahr

Davis/Friedman

Bob Breiler

Breiler

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wednesday Bible Study

The Bible Project: The 66 books of the Bible are a collection of history, poetry, prophesy and insights into the eternal history of God and his people. The focus of the entire Bible is God’s plan of salvation. However because of the sheer volume of the Bible, many people get bogged down trying to read it and understand it. This Bible Project is a study that quickly summarizes each book and give the student a quick overview of the Bible. Please join us on Wednesday 10:00 AM in Church Entryway.

ALA Sunday at Grace-Tucson: November 20

Next Sunday, November 20, the A Capella Choir from Arizona Lutheran Academy will provide music in both services at Grace-Tucson and Pastor Brad Bode from ALA will be the guest preacher. Please plan to join us for this special worship service of Word and song! To express our thanks to the ALA choir, a door offering will be collected that they will use to help defray their travel costs. Grace member Naomi Kassulke is a member of this choir.

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) on 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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

CLC Fundraiser at Panda Express: December 5

Our Child Learning Center at our Sahuarita site will be holding a fundraiser at Panda Express (750 S. Rancho Sahuarita Blvd. Sahuarita, AZ 85629) on Monday, December 5, from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM. 20% of event sales will be donated to the CLC! Our goal is to raise money for classroom supplies and grow our scholarship fund. You must bring in an event flyer (available on the desk in the Entryway) or show it on your smartphone. If you are ordering online (PandaExpress.com or the App) use the fundraiser code 342141. We hope you can come and help support the Child Learning Center!

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.

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

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)260 4453. He also appreciates prayers offered on behalf of him and his family during this deliberation as well as for both congregations.

CLC Help Needed

Grace Lutheran Child Learning Center is looking for kind, caring individuals to volunteer in the classroom. We are hoping to find volunteers who are interested in working with individual 3 year old and 4 year old students. This will require a fingerprint clearance card, which we will help you get. If you feel like you would enjoy this opportunity or if you have any questions, please reach out to or Laura Heiman, CLC Director at (520) 848 4630.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

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 (520 623 6633) to order your calendar from our remaining supplies. The cost is $10 for one calendar or get two for $15.

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.

Grace Child Learning Center and Fry’s

Our Child Learning Center (CLC) is enrolled in the Community Rewards Program at Fry’s. This program allows a percentage of your spending to be donated to the CLC. We would greatly appreciate it if you could create an account and link it to our organization. The link is: https:// www.frysfood.com/account/communityrewards and our organization code is CV025. If you have any questions, please contact the CLC office at (520)848 4630. Feel free to share this with friends who are not members of Grace too!

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

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

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

TUCSON Today

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

Stay Up to Date

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

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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

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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