THE FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
G E L C T , A F 2, 2025
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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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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. A vocalist will aid in our singing and will be recorded for our audio disks and video live-streaming.
There is no cost to park in our parking lot during Sunday morning worship services. If you receive a citation by mistake, please let our office staff know so it can be cleared.
OUR WORSHIP SERIES EPIPHANY MOMENTS
“Epiphany” comes from a Greek word that means “reveal.” When someone has an epiphany, it’s not that reality changed. The way they see that reality is what changed, for a deeper truth has been revealed. An epiphany is an “ a-ha!” moment causing us to look at things very differently.
In the Church Year, Epiphany is the season where we see Jesus begin his ministry, revealing the reason the Son of God came to earth. In this season we will come to understand that when we have Jesus in our lives, it does not always mean our reality drastically changes. It simply means that we see reality differently (and better). Jesus always provides an abundance of epiphany moments. In this season, our worship will follow this path:
January 12
Baptism Is the Cure for an Identity Crisis
January 19 God Delivers More than We Ask, Not Less
January 26
Rejection Is Not Proof of Failure
February 2 Popularity Is Not Proof of Success
February 9 The Least Qualified Are the First Sent
February 16 Blessings Are Cursed; Curses Are Blessed
February 23 Love Your Enemies, Overcoming Evil with Good March 2 Glory Is Hidden In order to Be Revealed
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WELCOME
OPENING HYMN Lord Jesus Christ, Our Savior King Christian Worship 899 stanzas 1-5
PRESERVICE MUSIC:
Lift High the Cross
Sydney H. Nicholson, Lloyd Larson
The Day of Resurrection
Greg Bottomley
Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
Richard C. Resch
Please stand
INVOCATION
Minister: In the name of the Father and of the Son (+) and of the Holy Spirit.
Congregation: Amen.
CONFESSION
Blessed are they whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.
Blessed are they whose sin the Lord does not count against them.
Let us confess our sins to the Lord.
Almighty and merciful Father, we have strayed from your ways like lost sheep.
We have followed what we have devised and desired in our hearts. We have offended you and sinned against your holy law. We have done those things that we should not have done, and we have not done those things that we should have done. Have mercy on us, Lord! Spare us, forgive us, and restore us, according to your promises in Christ Jesus.
Silence for meditation and reflection
God, our merciful Father, has forgiven all our sins. He sent his Son, Jesus Christ, to be our Redeemer and Savior. Jesus paid the penalty for our guilt by his death on the cross and freed us from death by his resurrection from the grave. We have peace with God now and forever.
Amen.
As our service begins, the minister speaks the words spoken at our baptisms and makes the sign of the cross, marking us anew as redeemed children of God.
Psalm 32:1-2
“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
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
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.
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.
GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST (Gloria)
Christian Worship 176
ALL:
This song continues on the next page.
Vocalist: Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. You are seated at the right hand of the Father; receive our prayer.
ALL:
This song continues on the next page.
The L called Jeremiah to fearlessly share God’s Word, even if what he said made him unpopular.
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PRAYER OF THE DAY
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, look with mercy on our weaknesses, and in all our dangers and needs stretch out the right hand of your majesty to help and defend us; 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
4The word of the L came to me.
5 Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, and before you were born, I set you apart. I appointed you to be a prophet to the nations.
6But I said, “Ah, L God! I really do not know how to speak! I am only a child!”
7The L said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ You must go to everyone to whom I send you and say whatever I command you. 8Do not be afraid of them, because I am with you, and I will rescue you, declares the L .”
Tune: Marty Haugen © 1984 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199.
9Then the L stretched out his hand and touched my mouth. The L said to me:
There! I have now placed my words in your mouth.
10 Look, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and to tear down, to destroy and to overthrow, to build and to plant.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
HYMN Preserve Your Word, O Savior Christian Worship 874
SECOND READING
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
14As for you, continue in the things you have learned and about which you have become convinced. You know from whom you learned them
15and that from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16All Scripture is God breathed and is useful for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, and for training in righteousness, 17so that the man of God may be complete, well equipped for every good work.
1I solemnly charge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who is going to judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom: 2Preach the word. Be ready whether it is convenient or not. Correct, rebuke, and encourage, with all patience and teaching. 3For there will come a time when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, because they have itching ears, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in line with their own desires. 4They will also turn their ears away from the truth and will turn aside to myths.
5As for you, keep a clear head in every situation. Bear hardship. Do the work of an evangelist. Fulfill your ministry.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Please stand
A temptation for spiritual teachers is to say only what people want to hear, equating personal popularity with success. St. Paul gives young Pastor Timothy a different agenda. We stand out of respect for the words of Christ, our King.
The Gospel Acclamation points toward the words of the Gospel.
ALL:
Vocalist: I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God, because that is why I was sent.
Refrain (ALL)
Jesus was popular in Capernaum. The people wanted him to stay there permanently. Jesus knew for his mission to be successful, he needed to proclaim the good news in other towns.
38Jesus got up, left the synagogue, and went into Simon’s house. Simon’s mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. They asked him to help her. 39He stood over her, rebuked the fever, and it left her. Immediately she got up and began to serve them. 40As the sun was setting, they brought to him all who were sick with various diseases. He laid his hands on every one of them and healed them. 41Demons also came out of many people, crying out, “You are the Son of God!” He rebuked them and did not allow them to speak, because they knew that he was the Christ.
42When it was day, he went out to a deserted place. The crowds were looking for him. They went up to him and were trying to prevent him from leaving them. 43But he told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns too, because that is why I was sent.” 44And he continued to preach in the synagogues in the land of the Jews.
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise be to you, O Christ.
Please be seated
Please stand
What Does Success Look Like in God’s Kingdom?
CONFESSION OF FAITH
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one being with the Father. Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation, he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary, and became truly human.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate. He suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
Nicene Creed
The Nicene Creed was first developed in 325 at the First Council of Nicea. It was written to reaffirm the Biblical teaching of the divinity of Jesus, God’s Son. Like the Apostles’ and Athanasian Creeds, the Nicene Creed is a confession of what the Bible teaches.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who in unity with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy Christian and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Please be seated
PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
Eternal Lord, give us peace as we ponder the good news that you forgive our sins in Christ. Lead us to see clearly the path you have laid out for us.
Work in us so that we believe and live the Word we have heard today.
Brief intercessory prayers may be added in a fitting place.
OFFERTORY:
All I Have Is Christ Jordan Kauflin
Provide courage and compassion to all who preach and teach your Word. Fill them with a love like yours as they proclaim your grace to us and all people.
Move us to love all ministers of the Word wherever they serve.
Guard and guide the families of our congregation. Lead husbands and wives to love each other with commitment, respect, and patience. Help parents to grasp the eternal value of keeping their children close to Jesus all their lives. Grant joy to those who are single, and make them a blessing to others.
Protect us from the temptations that surround us; give us pure hearts and minds.
Provide wisdom and insight to those who make laws and set policies. Give us respect for those who protect us from crime. Lead us to value the rights of our fellow citizens and to defend those who cannot defend themselves.
Bless our land with peace and prosperity so that the gospel may be proclaimed to all.
Give us passion to share the story of your love with our family and friends. Overcome unbelief, and open the hearts of people everywhere to believe the good news that Jesus has forgiven their sins and opened the gates of heaven.
Fill us with joy over every sinner who repents and comes to trust in you.
Extend your healing power to those who are sick and suffering in body or mind. Give patience and compassion to all who care for the sick and dying.
Lift the eyes of the distressed to your love in Christ.
Hear us, Lord, as we pray in silence.
Silent prayer
Gracious God, you govern and direct all things and you love all people. Hear our prayers, spoken and silent, and answer them in your wisdom and grace.
In Jesus’ name we pray. 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!
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PREFACE
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is truly good and right that we should at all times and in all places give you thanks, O Lord, holy Father, almighty and everlasting God, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lived among us as a human being and revealed his glory as your only Son, full of grace and truth. Therefore, with all the saints on earth and hosts of heaven, we praise your holy name and join their glorious song:
The Preface to the Sacrament is one of the oldest parts of the Christian liturgy, dating back to the first century. As we prepare to receive Holy Communion, we are united with the Body of Christ, in an unbroken bond with Christians through the millennia.
HOLY, HOLY, HOLY (Sanctus) Christian Worship 184
The Prophet Isaiah was given a vision of heaven, where seraphim praised God. In the Sanctus we welcome Jesus with our hosannas and praise.
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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.
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
Lord God, you are worthy to receive thanks and praise from all people. You created the world and all who live in it, and in your mercy you saved us. We give thanks to you for the grace of your Son, Jesus Christ.
Though in very nature God, he took the nature of a servant and became obedient to death, even death on a cross. He offered himself as a sacrifice for sin and redeemed us from its curse and penalty. He rescued us from the terrors of death and restored eternal life with you. He conquered our enemies and gained for us the kingdom of grace and glory.
Bless us as we receive your Son’s body and blood, and lead us to remember his suffering, death, and resurrection. Forgive our sins and fill us with the hope of new life in heaven. Hear our praise and receive our thanks as we worship you the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
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.
Tune: Marty Haugen © 1984, 1985 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199.
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night he was betrayed, took bread; and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my (+) body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”
Then he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; this is my (+) blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.”
The peace of the Lord be with you always. Amen.
JESUS, LAMB OF GOD (Agnus Dei) Christian Worship 186
As he speaks the Words of Institution, the minister both proclaims the words of Jesus to the congregation and sets apart the bread and wine for this special use. The sign of the cross reminds us of Christ’s death.
John the Baptist pointed to Jesus and said, “Behold the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” We sing the Agnus Dei confident that Jesus has borne our sins and freely gives us forgiveness and peace in the Sacrament.
Tune: Marty Haugen © 1984, 1985 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199.
Gluten-free communion wafers and grape juice are available for those who for health or medical reason require it. Please see page 15 for more information.
Please be seated
DISTRIBUTION
The Bible teaches that the Lord’s Supper is a unique communion of Christ and the individual believer as well as a coming together of people who hold to the same beliefs. Because of these Scriptural truths, we practice Member Communion at Grace. Those who are confirmed members of Wisconsin Synod congregations (WELS) are invited to receive the Lord’s Supper with us.
If you are not a WELS member but have an interest in receiving Holy Communion, please speak with the pastor after church today or at another time. We are aware that there are a number of other teachings about Holy Communion, and we want it to be a blessing for you, so we would look forward to sharing with you what God says about this Sacrament.
DISTRIBUTION MUSIC Restoration Worship
Choir
Forgive our sin, O Lord. Heal us and restore us, we pray. Take our iniquities. Cleanse us from every evil. Restore the joy of your salvation. Heal all our brokenness. Mend the places marred by our sin. Cover our stains with grace. Loosen the chains that bind us. Redeem our weakness for your glory.
Teach us to follow you. Give us the strength to walk in your truth. Lead us in pastures green. Give us the victory, Lord, for your name! Rebuild the shattered walls. Gather your children back to your love; and by your power we will conquer all!
Forgive our sin, O Lord. Heal us and restore us, we pray. Kyrie, Kyrie, Kyrie, Kyrie. Amen.
PRAYER BEFORE COMMUNION (For private meditation)
Lord Jesus, you have invited me to come and receive your holy Sacrament. I believe that in the bread and wine you give me your true body and blood to eat and drink. Forgive my sins and nourish my faith through this precious meal. I long for the comfort that comes with your promises; I yearn for the assurance of your faithful love. Bless me now as I receive you by faith. Amen.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION (For private meditation)
Thank you, dear Savior, for nourishing my faith with the Sacrament of your body and blood. Lift my heart with your forgiveness, renew my confidence in your grace, empower my love for others, and lead me to long for the eternal banquet of heaven. Amen.
Please stand
Text and music: Heather Sorenson © 2012 Hal Leonard Corporation. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199.
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SPOKEN RESPONSES
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his mercy endures forever.
Whenever we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.
CLOSING PRAYER
We give thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us with this saving gift. We pray that through it you will strengthen our faith in you and increase our love for one another. We ask this in the name of 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—Go Forth and Preach the Gospel Christian Worship 908
Psalm 106:1 1 Corinthians 11:26
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: Send Me
Valerie A. Floeter
Holy Communion
We provide gluten-free communion wafers for those with wheat allergy, gluten-sensitivity, or celiac disease. These wafers are stored and handled separately to avoid cross-contamination. They are “bread” as Scripture requires and are consecrated along with the rest of the bread. For those requiring gluten-free wafers, please take one from the stand located at the front rail as you approach for communion. Simply hold it so that the pastor can see it at the time of distribution. Grape juice is available for those who for health or medical reason require it instead of wine. Please speak with a pastor about providing grape juice for you on future Sundays.
Today we are distributing Holy Communion in “tables.” The ushers will direct members forward by the side aisles. Groups of about ten will be guided toward the center aisle and will line up to receive the elements together. After each table communes, the pastor will offer a blessing and dismiss the group to return by the center aisle.
To aid in your personal preparation for Holy Communion, a list of Christian Questions can be found on pages 295-296 in the hymnal. These were prepared by Martin Luther for those intending to receive the Sacrament.
Altar Flowers
The flowers beautifying our altar this morning were given by Rick & Molly Street in loving memory of Molly’s mom.
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. Upcoming available dates are NEXT Sunday, February 9, and March 23 & 30. 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 this morning, you are invited to join us in the courtyard and Fellowship Hall for drinks and snacks. Thank you to Jenn & DJ Miller and family for providing our treats this morning! Upcoming available dates are NEXT Sunday, February 9, along with the rest of Sundays in February. Please sign up on the sheet in the Fellowship Hall.
Those Assisting in Worship This Morning
Preacher...............................................................................................................
Pastor Ron Koehler
Worship Leader Pastor Nathan Kassulke
Accompanist..................................................................................................................Teri Guenther
Vocalist .......................................................................................................................Dylan Guenther
Greeters ..................................................................................................Jenn & DJ Miller (10:00 AM)
Ushers Rusty King, Vic Thornton (7:45 AM)
Communion Prep
Lucas Guenther, Justin Harris, Ferdie Kramm, Rick Street (10:00 AM)
Audrey Nessinger, Jeanette O’Donald, Lauri Colton
Sound and Recording Techs...........................................................Jeremy Snavely, Danny Koehler
Banner Committee Sandy Weir, Jeanette O’Donald, Nadine Rentschler, Amy Rudd
Acknowledgements:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday Morning Bible Study
We are currently studying the first half of the book of Romans. The Apostle Paul wrote to Christians in that important city to reassure them and us that God triumphs over sin and sadness by his grace. Please join us for “The Triumph of Grace: The Book of Romans.” If you have not made Sunday morning Bible study a part of your routine, this would be a great time to start! We meet at 9:00 AM in the Grace-Tucson Fellowship Hall.
College Students - Groundhogs, Etc. is TONIGHT!
College students and non-students of college age, the first TCM Bible study of the semester is tonight at 7:00 PM in the Student Center. Come celebrate Groundhog Day with Groundhogs, Etc., a study and discussion of Superstition: Serious, Silly, or Soul-Threatening? There will be no TCM on February 9, but weekly Bible Studies on Sunday nights pick up after that. If you don’t have the TCM app for the schedule and other information, grab it from Apple or Google. Search WELS Tucson Campus Ministry.
Food Drive for Mission to the Children
Mission to the Children is collecting some essentials for the families they serve in South Tucson. The items will be distributed at their February 16 Spanish worship service. Items needed are: rice, dry pinto beans, vegetable oil, tomato sauce, flour, sugar, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, laundry soap, shampoo, floor cleaner, and Walmart gift cards for perishable items. These items can be left in the west end of the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Scheuerlein at (520)820-2016. Let’s do our best to help out!
Open Gym: Tuesday
Test your skills during our adults-only open gym every Tuesday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at our Child Learning Center gymnasium in Sahuarita! This Tuesday, February 4, will be volleyball. Come for some friendly competition and bring a friend!
Church History Bible Study: Wednesday
Join us on Wednesdays for our study of Church History. We are looking at the history of the Wisconsin Synod after World War I. Even if you haven’t attended this class before, you are always welcome! We study together in the Grace-Tucson Fellowship Hall at 10:00 AM and repeat the same material at 7:00 PM. Join us for whichever time fits your schedule best!
Women’s Bible Study—The Apostle Peter: Thursday
All ladies are invited to join Pastor Koehler for a study of the life of the Apostle Peter on Thursdays at 9:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. This is the last of the series on The 12 Apostles, but you do not need to have participated in previous classes to join this one–it is entirely new.
New Grow in Grace Class Starting February 9
Would you like to learn the basic teachings of the Bible, more about Jesus, and what we believe and teach here at Grace? Our congregation offers a series of Bible-based lessons called Grow in Grace. These classes also serve as our membership class for those who may be interested in joining the church. Pastor Koehler is beginning a new class next Sunday, February 9, at 9:00 AM in the office conference room. Please let him know if you or someone you know is interested in attending!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ladies’ Valentine Tea: February 15
Ladies from all Grace sites are invited to attend the Women of Grace Valentine’s Tea on Saturday, February 15, at 11:00 AM in the Grace-Tucson Fellowship Hall. We host this event for all the WELS ladies in Tucson. Amy Mueller from Redeemer will be our guest speaker, and she will tell us about her experience growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness. Grace ladies are invited to decorate and set a table, and any theme is welcome. We need ten tables set for 6-8 people. We also provide a large array of brunch/ lunch type food and desserts, and kitchen help is also needed. You are invited to sign up for any of these needs on the sheets in the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne Snavely at golong31@hotmail.com or (520)302-7840. We hope you can join us for this popular and fun event!
Ladies’ Fellowship Group: February 20
Ladies from all sites are invited to join the Ladies’ Fellowship Group for lunch at BJ’s (4270 N. Oracle Rd.) on Thursday, February 20. They’ll meet there at 11:15 AM. Ladies are asked to RSVP to Lois Thornton, (520)323-8772 or vthornto2@gmail.com, by Tuesday, February 18, so a reservation can be made. She can also answer any questions you may have.
Memorial Service: February 22
Grace member David Williams was recently called home to heaven. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 22, at 10:30 AM at our Grace-Tucson location. A light lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
Grace Night at the Tucson Roadrunners: February 28
Join us for a fun night with the Tucson Roadrunners hockey team! We’ll attend the game together on Friday, February 28, at 7:00 PM. This is also Faith & Family Night! Tickets are $25 each and include a Faith & Family t-shirt. Our group will be recognized on the scoreboard and there will be a photo op on the ice following the game. Tickets can be purchased by using the QR code on the right, by contacting Eric Hanson (520-664-6626 or hansonee2@yahoo.com), or Jake Whorley with the Roadrunners (520-372-8532 or jacob.whorley@tucsonroadrunners.com). We hope to see you there!
Outdoor Workday: March 1
There will be a church workday on Saturday, March 1, beginning at 7:00 AM. We will be repainting the street curbs red and removing soil and debris around the church property. Please bring brooms, shovels, wheelbarrows, and gloves. Bagels will be provided! If you have any questions, please contact our Facilities Coordinator, Rick Street at (520)909-2126. Additionally, if anyone would be interested in volunteering on some Saturdays to do yard work or small jobs on our property, please let Rick know. He will be happy to teach workers about landscaping and how to care for ours. With a property as large as ours, there is always work to be done!
LWMS Spring Rally: April 5
Ladies, mark your calendars for the LWMS Grand Canyon East Circuit Spring Rally being held at Grace-Sahuarita on Saturday, April 5, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Lunch will be served at 1:00 PM. Presentations include Aaron Wakeman from Friends Network (formerly Friends of China and Friends of Vietnam) and Vicar Noah Nordlie who will explain the vicar program and what his responsibilities and opportunities have been at a home mission. For more information and to register online, please go to grandcanyonlwms.org. There are also registration forms on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Please register by March 31.
TUCSON Today
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 February 2 - February 9
Worship Services with communion................. 7:45a & 10:00a
Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a
Adult Bible Study: Triumph of Grace 9:00a Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study: Big Questions 9:00a Fellowship following worship ...................................................
TCM Bible Study 7:00p
Tuesday Pastors’ Staff Meeting 9:00a English Classes ..............................................................6:30p
Wednesday Adult Bible Study: Church History 10:00a & 7:00p
Thursday Women’s Bible Study: 12 Apostles 9:00a Handbell Practice 5:30p
Worship Choir .................................................................6:45p
Saturday Baby Shower for Erin Miller 11:00a
Sunday, February 9
Worship Services............................................ 7:45a & 10:00a
Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a
Adult Bible Study: Triumph of Grace 9:00a Grow in Grace Class (Office Conference Room) ...........9:00a Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study: Big Questions.......9:00a Fellowship following worship NO TCM Bible Study (resumes February 16)
VAIL Today
Adult Bible Study: Timely Topics 9:00a Worship Service with communion.................................10:00a Fellowship following worship
Wednesday Adult Bible Study: 1 Corinthians 6:30p
Sunday, February 9
Adult Bible Study: Timely Topics 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Fellowship following worship....................................................
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Worship Services with communion ................7:45 a & 10:00a
Adult Bible Study: Gospel of Mark 9:00a Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Fellowship following worship Tuesday Adult Open Gym Volleyball 7:00p Wednesday Adult Bible Study: Christians in Today’s World ............10:00a
CLC Family Date Night 6:00p Sunday, February 9 Worship Services 7:45a & 10:00a
Adult Bible Study: Gospel of Mark 9:00a Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Fellowship following worship................................................... Sahuarita Teen Group 11:00a
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Worship Service with communion ..................................7:30a
Adult Bible Study: Hebrews 8:45a Fellowship following worship
Wednesday Adult Bible Study: Idol Worship ....................................10:00a
Sunday, February 9 Worship Service 7:30a Adult Bible Study: Hebrews............................................8:45a Fellowship following worship
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Proclaiming the love of Jesus in Southern Arizona since 1911.
Grace-Tucson and Central Office
830 N. 1st Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719 (520)623-6633 office@gracelutheransaz.org
Pastor Ronald G. Koehler III revrgk3@gracelutheransaz.org
Pastor Nathan P. Kassulke revnpk@gracelutheransaz.org
Administrative Assistant—Debbie Koehler assistant@gracelutheransaz.org
Worship Coordinator—Beth Kassulke music@gracelutheransaz.org
Grace-Benson and Grace-Vail
Benson
451 W. Duane St., Benson, AZ 85602
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
Grace-Sahuarita
75 W. Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629 (520)578-3538
Pastor Ryan A. Heiman revrah@gracelutheransaz.org
Vicar Noah Nordlie vicnpn@gracelutheransaz.org
Child Learning Center (520)848-4630 receptionist@gracelutheransaz.org GraceLutheranSahuaritaCLC.com
Director—Laura Heiman director@gracelutheransaz.org
Assistant Director—Jen Rickling jrickling@gracelutheransaz.org
Child Learning Center Mission Teachers
Maddie Nordlie, Toddlers mnordlie@gracelutheransaz.org
Vicki Smith, 3-Year Olds vsmith@gracelutheransaz.org
Theresa Pratt, Preschool tpratt@gracelutheransaz.org
Chris Leathers, Toddler/After School Care cleathers@gracelutheransaz.org
Bible-Based Counselor—Cinda Drescher Office Assistant—Cora Stuhr cinda@gracelutheransaz.org office@gracelutheransaz.org (520)581-4714
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.