5-12-24 Grace-Tucson Worship Folder

THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD

G E L C T , A M 12, 2024

WORSHIP NOTES

Welcome to Grace!

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 RESURRECTION REALITY

St. Paul writes, “Christ has indeed been raised from the dead” (1 Corinthians 15:20). Big word: Indeed! Paul is stressing that we must not think of Jesus’ resurrection like a happy ending to another epic fable. The resurrection is not legend. It really happened. Easter is not just a holiday. Easter is history. On time’s infinite line, Jesus’ resurrection is the punctiliar moment that defines reality for us all. If Christ remained dead, he is a fraud and failure. But Christ has indeed been raised. So, the reality: Jesus is exactly what he claimed to be the Son of God, our Lord and Savior. If Christ remained dead, then the grave is the final, ugly, rotten end of us all. But Christ has indeed been raised. So, the reality is Jesus’ resurrection proves that “all will be made alive” (1 Corinthians 15:22). The reality of the resurrection does not just change our future, but the way we look at life now.

The greatest theologian of the early church, Augustine, called the season of Easter “a joyful week of weeks” seven wonderful weeks, each seven glorious days long. In this glorious season, let us meditate upon the breath-taking implications of the resurrection reality.

Our worship during this season is following these themes:

Easter Sunrise Without the Resurrection Faith Is Futile

Easter Festival

Second Sunday of Easter

Third Sunday of Easter

Fourth Sunday of Easter

All Will Be Made Alive

The Living Lord Gives Proof and Peace

We Have a Meaningful Message to Share

The Risen Savior Provides Good Shepherding

Fifth Sunday of Easter Special Service Featuring Stephen Bautista

Sixth Sunday of Easter Jesus’ Business Is Love; Therefore, So Is Ours

Ascension of Our Lord Christ’s Ascension Means He Is Closer Than Ever

The Festival of Pentecost Christ Has Not Left Us Alone

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The Festival of The Ascension of Our Lord commemorates Jesus going up into heaven 40 days after he rose on Easter Sunday. Since the date of Easter changes from year to year, so does the celebration of Ascension. The date of The Festival of the Ascension this year was Thursday, May 9. Grace has regularly celebrated this festival on the following Sunday. While Jesus removed his visible presence from his disciples, he assured them that he would remain always with them. Our celebration reminds us of that truth and that we, too, will one day join Jesus in the heaven he has prepared for us.

WELCOME OPENING HYMN—A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing Christian Worship 472

Stanza 1: ALL

Stanza 2: ALL

Please stand INVOCATION

Stanza 3: Women

Stanza 4: Men

Stanza 5: ALL

Stanza 6: ALL

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

Congregation: Amen.

EASTER ACCLAMATION

Christ is risen!

He is risen, indeed!

DIALOGUE FOR ASCENSION

Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heights above.

Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his heavenly hosts.

How majestic is the Lord’s name in all the earth! He has set his glory above the heavens.

For the Lord is the Most High over all the earth. He is exalted far above all gods.

PRESERVICE MUSIC:

7:45: Draw Us to Thee J. G. Walther

Michael Burkhardt

10:00: Handbell Choir

I Sing the Mighty Power of God

Patricia Hurlbutt

We Are Marching in the Light of God

Sandra Eithun

Crown Him with Many Crowns

Jason D. Payne

148:1-2

Psalm 47:5 & 8

Psalm 99:1

Psalm 45:6

God has ascended amid shouts of joy, the Lord amid the sounding of trumpets. God reigns over the nations; God is seated on his holy throne.

The Lord reigns, let the nations tremble. He sits enthroned between the cherubim, let the earth shake.

The throne of our God will last forever and ever. A scepter of justice will be the scepter of his kingdom.

Psalm 148:13

Praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted. His splendor is above the earth and the heavens.

HYMN OF PRAISE Crown Him with Many Crowns Christian Worship 511

The choir will sing stanza 3. Please join in singing the remaining stanzas.

Text (sts. 1–2, 4): Matthew Bridges, 1800–1894, abr., alt.; (st. 3): Godfrey Thring, 1823–1903. Tune: George J. Elvey, 1816–1893. Text and tune: Public domain.

+ THE WORD +

PRAYER OF THE DAY

The Lord be with you. And also with you.

Let us pray. Lord Jesus, King of glory, on this day you ascended far above the heavens, and at God’s right hand you rule the nations. Leave us not alone, we pray, but grant us the Spirit of truth that, at your command and by your power, we may be your witnesses in all the world; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Please be seated

FIRST READING Acts 1:1-11

1 I wrote my first book, Theophilus, about everything Jesus began doing and teaching 2 until the day he was taken up, after he had given instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen.

3 After he had suffered, he presented himself alive to the apostles with many convincing proofs. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and told them things about the kingdom of God.

4 Once, when he was eating with them, he commanded them, “Do not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for what the Father promised, which you heard from me. 5 For John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”

6 So when they were together with him, they asked, “Lord, is this the time when you are going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”

7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know the times or seasons that the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

9 After he said these things, he was taken up while they were watching, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 They were looking intently into the sky as he went away. Suddenly, two men in white clothes stood beside them. 11 They said, “Men of Galilee, why are you standing here looking up into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.”

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Before Jesus ascends, he promises to send his disciples the Holy Spirit so that he could continue to carry out his saving work through the Church.

Psalm 68:18

St. Paul explains the power and purpose of Christ’s ascension.

Jesus left this world for our good. He ascended so that he could give gifts to his people and build up his Church.

CHOIR ANTHEM—Look, Ye Saints, the Sight Is Glorious

Look, ye saints, the sight is glorious; see the man of sorrows now!

From the fight returned victorious, ev’ry knee to him shall bow.

Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him!

Crowns become the victor’s brow. Crowns become the victor’s brow.

Crown the Savior! Angels, crown him! Rich the trophies Jesus brings; in the seat of pow’r enthrone him while the vault of heaven rings.

Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him!

Crown the Savior King of kings! Crown the Savior King of kings!

Hark, those bursts of acclamation! Hark, those loud, triumphant chords!

Jesus takes the highest station; oh, what joy the sight affords!

Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him! Crown him!

King of kings and Lord of lords! King of kings and Lord of lords!

King of kings and Lord of lords!

7 But to each one of us grace was given, according to the measure of the gift from Christ. 8 That is why it says, “When he ascended on high, he took captivity captive and gave gifts to his people.” 9 Now what does it mean when it says “he ascended,” other than that he also had descended to the lower parts, namely, the earth? 10 He who descended is the same one who ascended far above all the heavens, so that he might fill all things. 11 He himself gave the apostles, as well as the prophets, as well as the evangelists, as well as the pastors and teachers, 12 for the purpose of training the saints for the work of serving, in order to build up the body of Christ. 13 This is to continue until we all reach unity in the faith and knowledge of the Son of God, resulting in a mature man with a stature reaching to the measure of the fullness of Christ. 14 The goal is that we would no longer be little children, tossed by the waves and blown around by every wind of teaching, when people use tricks and invent clever ways to lead us astray. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we would in all things grow up into Christ, who is the head. 16 From him the whole body, being joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows in accordance with Christ’s activity when he measured out each individual part. He causes the growth of the body so that it builds itself up in love.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Please stand

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Matthew 28:20

Refrain (ALL):

Choir: Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

Refrain (ALL)

Tune: © 1982 GIA Publications, Inc. Used by permission: OneLicense no. 710199.

GOSPEL Luke 24:44-53

44 He said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms.”

45 Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. 46 He said to them, “This is what is written and so it must be: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, 47 and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of these things. 49 Look, I am sending you what my Father promised. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.”

50 He led them out as far as the vicinity of Bethany. He lifted up his hands and blessed them. 51 And while he was blessing them, he parted from them and was taken up into heaven. 52 So they worshipped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy. 53 They were continually in the temple courts, praising and blessing God.

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise be to you, O Christ.

Please be seated

The Gospel Acclamation points toward the words of the Gospel.

The risen Savior ascended, and his disciples responded with joyful worship.

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.

Please stand

Christ

Has Ascended On High

1. To Take Captivity Captive

2. To Build Up His Body

Brief intercessory prayers may be added in a fitting place.

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.

Apostles’ Creed

Please be seated

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH

Confident of our Lord’s return, let us approach our Father’s throne of mercy on behalf of the Church and of all people.

Gracious Lord God, amid shouts of joy we celebrate your Son’s ascension into heaven where he is now seated in majesty at your right hand. Grant your Church steadfastness in these gray and latter days that she may hold to the truth and boldly confess the saving name of Jesus.

As the devil, the world, and our sinful nature seek to silence our witness, grant us courage to believe and confess that Jesus is Lord.

Even as your beloved Son intercedes on behalf of his Church, so has he commanded us to pray for others.

Hear us, O Lord, as we implore you to show mercy to those in need:

to the sick, the lonely, and the depressed grant relief; to the dying and those who mourn bring comfort; to the hungry, the homeless, and the unemployed send your help; to the elderly, give joy for living life to the full; to the young, send patience to wait for the fuller life to come; to husbands and wives and their families and to single parents who raise their children alone grant wisdom and strength.

Bestow your blessings to all who depend on your power and grace.

Almighty Father, you are the good Giver of all that we have. In your mercy continue to grant us daily bread, supplying us with what we need before we even ask. Teach us to be thankful and content, whether we have plenty or are in need.

Come with your guidance, O Lord, and pour out your blessings on all who have gathered here to proclaim your love in speech, song, and symbol. May our worship enrich us so that our work for others adorns your love among them. Lead us to praise you as we joyfully wait for your return.

O Lord, heavenly Father, we remember the sufferings and death of your dear Son, Jesus Christ, for our salvation. Praising his victorious resurrection from the dead, we draw strength from his ascension before you, where he always intercedes for us as our own high priest. Gather us together, we pray, from the ends of the earth to celebrate with all the faithful the marriage feast of the Lamb in his kingdom which has no end. Graciously receive our prayers, deliver and preserve us.

Hear us, Lord, as we pray in silence.

prayer

To you alone, O Father, be all glory, honor, and worship, with the Son and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen.

Silent

OFFERTORY:

Crown Him with Many Crowns

Keith Snell

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!

The Nunc Dimittis is commonly referred to as The Song of Simeon and is based on Luke 2:29-32. This arrangement uses a new setting of music interspersed with small sections of the Nunc Dimittis from our previous hymnals. This song is most often used at the end of worship services reflecting the peace that is brought to us through the blessings of worship. We use this song today as a reminder of that peace and also as a farewell anthem as the Patokas go forth in peace to serve the Lord in a new place.

ANTHEM—Nunc Dimittis

Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace according to thy Word.

And now, let your servant, Lord, depart in heav’nly peace. We have heard your holy Word, seen your redeeming grace. This salvation is a light to light the Gentiles’ way, Lord of Glory, King Almighty with us here today. Thank the Lord and sing his praise; proudly let your voices raise. Forth we go into the world, strengthened by his holy Word, sins forgiven, our faith restored. Go in peace and serve the Lord.

As we go our sep’rate ways, united by your love, fed and nourished by your grace for life in heav’n above. Bless us with desire to serve, great things you’ve done for us, took the death that we deserve: your Son upon the cross. Thank the Lord and sing his praise; proudly let your voices raise. Forth we go into the world, strengthened by his holy Word, sins forgiven, our faith restored. Go in peace and serve the Lord.

Thank the Lord and sing his praise; tell ev’ryone what he has done.

Glory be unto the Father, glory to the Son, glory be unto the Spirit, holy Three in One. As it was in the beginning, from eternity, our God is among us now and evermore shall be. So all who seek the Lord rejoice! Let us make a joyful noise! Forth we go into the world, strengthened by his holy Word, sins forgiven, our faith restored. Go in peace and serve the Lord.

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

CHOIR

Worship Choir

CLOSING PRAYER

Lord Jesus, your Father raised you up to heaven itself to rule the universe. Bring all the peoples of the earth to recognize you as king so that all nations and tongues may be joined in one unending hymn of praise to you, who rule with the Father 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.

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.

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. 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

Please be seated

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MUSIC: All Creatures of Our God and King John F. Wilson

POSTLUDE

TODAY

Altar Flowers

The flowers beautifying our altar this morning were given by Randy & Polly Lussier in celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary. They were married by Pastor Mark Hallemeyer here at Grace on May 12, 1984.

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 Sundays include May 19 and June 9, 16, 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. We thank Bill & Lisa Toben for hosting this morning. Upcoming available dates are NEXT SUNDAY, May 19, and most of the Sundays in June. Please sign up on the sheet in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday Morning Bible Study

Join us on Sundays for a look at Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer. We are working through a section of our Grow in Grace Class, which will give us an opportunity to learn and discuss much about what God has to say regarding prayer. 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 Fellowship Hall.

Daily Devotions

Grace Moments and Meditations daily devotional books are at either door to church and in the Fellowship Hall. A new Meditations book with devotions that begin June 2 is available. These are great tools to use for your daily Bible study!

Those Assisting in Worship This Morning

Preacher Pastor Tim Patoka

Worship Leader................................................................................................... Pastor Ron Koehler

Organ Jim Bakken

Piano............................................................................................................Jim Bakken, Deb Bakken

Vocalist Dylan Guenther

Handbell Director......................................................................................Beth Kassulke (10:00 AM)

Choir Director Paul Kassulke

Trumpet.................................................................................

Pastor Nathan Kassulke, Paul Kassulke

Flute Katie Patoka

Violin................................................................................................................................Kate Holden

Percussion Danny Koehler

Greeters ..............................................................................................Chris & Cora Stuhr (10:00 AM)

Ushers Rusty King, Stanley Mead (7:45 AM)

Jon Dongoske, Justin Harris, Sam Kassulke, Ferdie Kramm, Rick Street (10:00 AM)

Sound and Recording Techs Jeremy Snavely, Danny Koehler, Sam Kassulke

Banner Committee............................................ Nadine Rentschler, Jeanette O’Donald, Sandy Weir

Acknowledgements:

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Farewell Open House: Today

Today is Pastor Patoka's final Sunday here at Grace. A farewell Open House will be held this afternoon from 12:00 to 4:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be served. We hope you can join us to say thank you and goodbye to Pastor and Katie!

Church History Bible Study

Join us on Wednesdays for our study of Church History. We are learning about the early years of the WELS. Even if you haven’t attended this class before, this is an excellent time to join. We study together in the Fellowship Hall at 10:00 AM and repeat the same material at 7:00 PM. Join us for whichever time fits your schedule best!

Interested in membership at Grace, receiving the Lord’s Supper, or just knowing more about God?

Our Grow in Grace classes are for these very things! Pastor Koehler will be teaching a series of these classes on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the church office conference room beginning this Wednesday, May 15. If you would like to attend, you may let him know today, call the church office (520-623-6633), or simply come on Wednesday evening. Everything you need for the class will be provided. Try it out for one class if you’d like. There is no obligation or expectation for you to continue if it’s not for you.

Women’s Bible Study: Thursday

A new study on the Twelve Apostles began recently. What do we know about the 12 men Jesus chose to follow him and then sent out to share the gospel after his ascension into heaven? What does the Bible say? What do historical accounts tell us about them? Get to know “The 12” as you never have before, and learn valuable lessons about your life of following Jesus. Pastor Koehler will lead this study on Thursday mornings at 9:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Make plans to join him, and invite a friend to join you!

Ladies’ Fellowship Group: Thursday

The Ladies’ Fellowship Group will meet this Thursday, May 16, at 10:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall. The ladies will enjoy a salad bar lunch. Ladies are asked to bring a cold salad of their choosing or an ingredient for a green salad. Please contact Lois Thornton at (520)323-8772 or vthornto2@gmail.com with any questions. Ladies from all Grace sites are welcome to attend.

Martin Luther College Call Service: Saturday

Graduates of our WELS College of Ministry, Martin Luther College (MLC), will be assigned their first calls into the teaching ministry or staff ministry in a special service this Saturday, May 18, beginning at 12:30 PM Tucson time. Grace is requesting two graduates to serve at our Child Learning Center in Sahuarita. The MLC Call Service and other Commencement activities may be viewed live at mlcwels.edu/events/commencement.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Teacher Resignation

Ms. Sam Anthon, one of our Mission Teachers at our Child Learning Center (CLC) in Sahuarita, has announced her resignation effective May 10. We thank Sam for her service to our congregation and the families and students with whom she worked. We also wish her God's blessing as she not only transitions away from this ministry but also addresses back pain that led to this decision. As our congregation recently approved the submission of a request for a graduate of Martin Luther College to be assigned to serve at our CLC for a different vacancy, our Ministry Board has approved the submission of a second request. Assignments will be announced in a special worship service at MLC in New Ulm, MN, this Saturday, May 18. See the previous announcement for more details.

Camping Equipment

The Lutheran Pioneer/Ranger program here at Grace has consolidated their camping equipment. Extra equipment is available in the church basement for free. Donations to the program are appreciated and can be made with a check noting “Pioneer/Ranger Program” or cash in an envelope marked the same. This will help defray the cost for Grace members who are attending the Ranger hike in June along with future events. Questions can be directed to Teri or Bryan Guenther.

VBS Opportunity: June 3-7

Grace children have been invited to participate in Vacation Bible School at our sister congregation, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, from June 3 to 7. The theme is “Celebrate the Savior: Jesus Gives Us Joy” and runs from 9:00 to 11:30 AM each morning. You may register children age 3 (potty trained) through 6th grade at https://soth.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/136/responses/new. GraceTucson is not holding a VBS this summer so this is a great opportunity for your children!

ALA Summer Camps

Registration is now open for the Arizona Lutheran Academy summer sports camps that take place the first three weeks of June at ALA (6036 S. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85041). Camps include baseball, softball, volleyball, and basketball. All boys and girls entering grades 4-8 are welcome to attend. Coyote Summer Sports Camps offer excellent, affordable instruction, with opportunities to learn fundamentals and time to practice them. The camp directors are ALA teachers and coaches who are experienced in working with children of all ages. For more information and to register go to ALAcoyotes.org/camps.

NPH EXTRA

Northwestern Publishing House (NPH) is our synod’s publishing house where you can purchase books on a wide variety of topics, bibles, bible study books for all ages, music, Christ-centered gifts, jewelry, and apparel. NPH EXTRA is a free program that lets you designate your church to receive 1 percent of the dollars you spend at NPH. Your purchases benefit you spiritually and help support how gospel ministry is carried out at your church! Learn more about this exciting program and sign up today at nph.net/extra.

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. The offers we have already received are posted on the bulletin board as well.

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 Ÿ May 12 - May 19

Worship Services 7:45a & 10:00a Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a

Adult Bible Study: Prayer & The Lord’s Prayer 9:00a Grow in Grace Class (Office Conference Room)...........9:00a Lifeliners (High School group) Bible Study 9:00a Fellowship following worship Patoka Farewell Open House 12:00-4:00p

Pastors’ Meeting 9:00a

Classes 6:30p Wednesday Midweek Bible Study: Church History 10:00a & 7:00p Grow in Grace Class (Office Conference Room) 6:30p

Thursday Women’s Bible Study: 12 Apostles 9:00a Ladies’ Fellowship Group 10:15a

Sunday, May 19

Worship Services with communion .................7:45a & 10:00a Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a Adult Bible Study: Prayer & The Lord’s Prayer 9:00a Grow in Grace Class (Office Conference Room) 9:00a NO Lifeliners (High School group) Bible Study....................... Fellowship following worship Mission to the Children Spanish Service & Meal 4:00p

VAIL

Adult Bible Study: The Way Lutherans Worship 9:00a Youth Bible Study 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Fellowship following worship...................................................

Thursday

Adult Bible Study: Hebrews 6:30p Sunday, May 19

Adult Bible Study: The Way Lutherans Worship 9:00a Youth Bible Study 9:00a Worship Service with communion 10:00a Fellowship following worship...................................................

SAHUARITA

Adult Bible Study: Large Catechism 9:00a Children’s Sunday School.............................................. 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Fellowship following worship

Grow in Grace Class 4:30p

Confirmation Class 4:00p

Adult Bible Study 10:00 Why Are There Different Churches? Grow in Grace Class...................................................... 4:00p

Service .............................................................7:30a

Bible Study: Holy Spirit..........................................8:45a Fellowship following worship

Adult Bible Study: Song of Songs ................................10:00a

Sunday, May 19

Worship Service with communion 7:30a Adult Bible Study: Holy Spirit 8:45a Fellowship following worship...................................................

OFF-SITE EVENT

Saturday Martin Luther College Call Service 12:30p

Grow in Grace Class 5:00p Sunday, May 19 Adult Bible Study: Large Catechism 9:00a Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Worship Service with communion 10:00a Fellowship following worship...................................................

One Church. Four Locations.

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

Pastor Timothy L. Patoka (Campus Ministry) revtlp@gracelutheransaz.org

Grace-Sahuarita

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

Pastor Ryan A. Heiman revrah@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

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

Child Learning Center Mission Teachers

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 Worship Coordinator—Beth Kassulke cinda@gracelutheransaz.org music@gracelutheransaz.org (520)581-4714

Administrative Assistant—Debbie Koehler Office Assistant—Cora Stuhr assistant@gracelutheransaz.org office@gracelutheransaz.org

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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.