August 31st, 2022

You expected much, but see, it turned out to be little. What you brought home, I blew away. Why?” declares the Lord Almighty. “Because of my house, which remains a ruin, while each of you is busy with your own house.

- Haggai 1:9-

The Lord asked the people for one thing: to remain faithful in the work, Israel was called to pray, worship, and labor faithfully.  Sunday, we continue The Story chapter 19, “The Return Home.”  God’s people are called back to rebuild the temple. The temple is more than just a building, it is a picture of God’s desire to dwell with his people.  God’s people start off strongly, rebuilding the temple.  But sadly, they became distracted by their own homes and forgot about God. We get distracted too. The busyness and chaos of life cloud our relationship with God.  We get too busy building our homes and forget about the Lord who does not want his people distracted from him.  That is what sin does - it distracts us from the Lord. 

Think about it …

When we are consumed with something we want, and we are grouchy because we don’t have it, we are coveting… Distracted 

When we are consumed with how we are going to pay bills …. Distracted

When we are consumed with other people’s stuff …. Distracted 

When we are consumed with schedules and obligations other than God …. Distracted 

When we are consumed with our children and focus on them more than on God … Distracted 

When we are distracted, we lose focus on the One who gave us everything in the first place.  Jesus says, “See first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (Matthew 6:33)

See you Sunday as we continue The Story chapter 19, I can’t wait! 

PRAYER:  Lord deliver me from distraction.  Help me to focus on you. AMEN 

What a blessing our new lot celebration was!  Pastor Mark and his wife Gail, from the Dankis Family Christian Foundation, joined us for both services and at the lot to celebrate this amazing gift with us.  Pray that the Lord continues to work in BIG ways in Grace Fellowship and in our valley. 

We would like to give a special THANK YOU to the following people for helping with this event:

Katie, Kat, Larry and Shoka, Theresa, Teresa, Kaden, Brady, Kevin, Camden, Brookelyn, Andy and Kristina, and Heidi

Volunteer Opportunities!!

Are you interested in getting more involved and volunteering on Sundays? Click below to sign up! The volunteer schedule for October, November, and December will be coming out soon.

The Calendar at a Glance

• September 6th and 7th, Precept Hebrews Bible Study begins (see details below)

• September 10th, LWML Western Zone Rally

• September 10th, final day to donate socks for LWML

• September 11th, last day to drop off donations for Power of the Purse

• September 13th, prepare purses for POP from 6–8 pm

• September 17th, Power of the Purse event in Edwards

• September 26th, Women of Grace Gathering 7–8:30 pm (see details below)

Women of Grace Gathering

Ladies! It's time to gather together for fellowship. Join Missy and Kathy Rohlwing for an evening of

fun, food, and friendship.

• Monday, September 26th from 7 pm–8:30 pm
• Kathy's house: 193 Bunkhouse Place in Eagle Ranch
• BYOBB- Bring Your Own Bible and Beverage (adult beverages are welcome)
• Bring a snack to share on the appetizer or dessert charcuterie boards

Want more info? Email Missy- Melissa@gracegypsum.com

Ladies!  We have exciting news!  Someone in the valley generously sponsored a table at the event on September 17th so that church members can attend!  Click on the button to add your name to the drawing for a free ticket OR put your name in at church.  Names will be drawn on September 11th.  

How can I help Corazon de Esperanza?

• Donate new and gently used purses at Grace Fellowship by September, 11th.

• Join us at Grace Fellowship on Tuesday, September 13th from 6–8 pm to help clean and prepare purses for the event.

• Sign up for tickets to participate in the fun event on Saturday, September 17th! 

Please continue to pray for our friends at Castle Peak

and our service there on Monday mornings. We thank God for the opportunity to serve and love them.  

- THIS Sunday -

September 4th, 10:15-10:45

Bible Study

Chapter 19 of The Story

Sunday Services

September 4th, 2022

9:00 or 11:00

-or-

ONLINE

LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES, AND OUR HEARTS.

Please pray for. . .

• Rita, who is now having some complications from her last hip surgery.  Please pray for the treatments to work well to get her back on the road to a full recovery. 

• Mary Lou, who suffered from a heart episode.  Pray that she will fully recover and for the correct treatment to be done. 

• Shayna, a precious child of God, who is battling Leukemia and starting a new phase of chemotherapy. Pray for God's mighty hand to hold this little girl and her family close during this time and for treatments to be overwhelmingly successful.

• Nancy, who will be having back surgery in a couple of weeks to help with some medical issues she has been experiencing. Pray for guidance for her medical team, a safe procedure, and promising results. 

• Art, Yvonne's husband, who is recovering from a successful surgery from last week. Pray for continued healing and health.   

• The members and employees of Castle Peak, that they continue to be served and loved and that we can be a light of God's grace to them. 

• Connie Kerr, who is undergoing scans and tests after a new tumor has been found. Pray for peace and patience during this time, for God's mighty hand to heal, and for promising test results.

• Kipp, who has had some health issues. Lift him up for healing, comfort, and strength.

• All those suffering from depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. Pray that the Holy Spirit and the love of God will touch their hearts, that they will be surrounded by love and comfort from those around them, and that there may be healing.

• All the families in Gypsum, who are recovering from the sewage backup damage that occurred a few weeks ago and for the ongoing issues that they are working through. Pray for protection and provision and for restoration to their homes and property.

• Rosemarie, Dora's niece, who is experiencing serious trials with her health and is waiting for a kidney transplant. Pray for continued healing, provision, and perseverance.



• Debra's mom, who is struggling with health issues. Pray for answers to her medical situation as she has been undergoing many tests over the past couple of days, and for peace and comfort through it all.

• Carol Proffitt who has been sick and is homebound, and her daughter Pam who is caring for her. Grant them peace and comfort.

• Everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer, including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Amanda; Jerry Wiisanen; April; Suzanne, and Mary's sister-in-law.

GOD'S WILL BE DONE