June 12th, 2024

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. 

-Proverbs 22:6 

Mother's Day and Father's Day are very different, aren't they? Mother's Day church is filled with roses, smiles, and appreciation videos. For some lucky mothers, the day starts with breakfast in bed. For others, it is a restaurant brunch. Still, others get that once-a-year sleep-in.

Father's Day is different. I remember growing up listening to the pastor talk about being a "better" father, the father God wants you to be. It's very true, but also very different from Mother's Day. Imagine the day a pastor preaches to the mothers about being a "better" mother. Wow, that would be a sight to behold. LOL! 

The truth is, that Dads DO have a tremendous obligation to lead their household, to be the "Man of the House." There is nothing wrong with that, in fact, it is God's idea. A man should “keep his children under control with dignity (1 Timothy 3:5), and a man should provide for his family (1 Timothy 5:8). Husbands should honor their wives (1 Peter 3:7). Husbands should also lead their households (Ephesians 5:22-33). Joshua proclaimed to all the people of Israel at Shechem that they could choose whom they would serve, "but as for me and my house (family), we will serve the Lord." (see Joshua 14:14-15). What an honor and joy it is to be a dad!!!  

So yes dads, lead and love your wives and children - lead them boldly and courageously always pointing them to Jesus- it’s an assignment given to us by our loving Lord.  

Fathers, you have sacrificed so much and worked so hard. Don't ever forget God has given you one of life's most precious gifts - a child. Happy Father’s Day weekend! 

See you Sunday as we celebrate the Victory we have in Christ Jesus our Lord. I can't wait!  

Pastor Austin 

I am so blessed to be the father to Brookelyn, Kaylie, Kaden, Brady, and Father-in-Law to Caleb.  I love you all so much. - Dad 

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Our Purpose

Embrace Christ!

Growing Grace Fellowship

Our building fundraiser is well underway!

God is providing in BIG ways through all of His people!

We would like everyone to be a part of this journey

that we are on to build our new church home.

Fill out your pledge form on Sunday and drop it in the pledge box in the lobby or Click Here to give online.

The Calendar at a Glance 

• June 13th - Gather 'Round the Gospel 10 am

• June 16th - Worship Services, Father's Day Fellowship

• June 20th - Gather 'Round the Gospel @ 10 am

• June 23rd - Worship Services, Connect Hour Fellowship

• June 24th - Castle Peak Service @ 10 am

• June 27th - Gather 'Round the Gospel @ 10 am

• June 30th - Worship Services, Connect Hour Fellowship, VBS Volunteer Meeting @ 10:05

Congratulations Vonda & Mitchell on the birth of your

sweet daughter, Verity Magnolia Plath!

We can't wait to meet her!

Gather 'Round the Gospel continues

TOMORROW, June 13th

@ 10 am.

Come and get a weekly dose of God's Word

and time in fellowship with one another.

Summer Connect Hour will be

"Fellowship with a Purpose"

beginning in June through August.



(Bible study for ALL Ages will resume in the fall.)

Summer is just around the corner and our calendars will be filling up quickly with all kinds of plans. We hope you can join us for our annual church camping trip. Enjoy all that Sylvan Lake State Park has to offer! It's a great time to fellowship with other church members. Bring your 5th wheel, pop-up, or tent it!

All are welcome. Mark your calendars TODAY!

6 Spots Left - Register TODAY!

Join us for Vacation Bible School at Grace Fellowship!

Get ready for an adventure packed with games, experiments, worship, Bible stories, snacks, and

small group sessions, where we'll have a blast

learning about God and making new friends!

• Where: Grace Fellowship Church

• When: Tuesday- July 30, Wednesday- July 31, & Thursday- August 1

• Time: 9 am to 12 noon 

• Who: Ages 4 years to 5th grade are invited. (4 year olds must be fully potty trained.)

Vacation Bible School is free to attend. 

Consider making a donation to our VBS program.  

Click HERE to Support our VBS Outreach Ministry

A VBS Volunteer Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 30th, at 10:05 am (between services).

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!

Join our VBS Volunteer Team!!

No experience necessary! Young and old are welcome!

Help is needed BEFORE, DURING, & AFTER

the VBS 3-day program!

• Help craft our SCUBA decor prior to VBS
• Set up the weekend before the program starts in July
• Serve as a leader or helper during the 3-day program
• Help break down and clean up when VBS is over
• Support our VBS program financially

Contact Missy Kraft- Melissa@gracegypsum.com

OR

Sunday Services

June 16th, 2024

9:00 or 11:00 am

-or-

ONLINE at 9:15

KIDS' CHURCH at 9:00 am & 11:00 am services

(Ages 3 through 5th grade) @ 9:00 am & (Ages 3 through 2nd grade) @ 11:00 am

Kids' Church follows the kid's sermon. They will further explore the day's sermon theme with their group. We can’t wait to see them!

NURSERY

Nursery for Newborns – up to 3 year olds.

Nursery is open during our 9:00 am service and during Connect Hour from 10:15-10:45!

Join us on Facebook this Sunday morning at approximately 9:15 AM, or view the recording anytime on Facebook, Vimeo or YouTube.

Click the image below to connect.

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

Please pray for. . .

• Our newest Grace Fellowship member, Verity Magnolia Plath, born to Mitchell and Vonda and big sister Violet. Thank you, Lord!

• Rachel's father, who has been in the hospital, having difficulty with his digestive system. Pray for the doctors to figure out what is going on and for a treatment plan that will help him to heal and make a full recovery.

• The Eberly family, Missy's cousins, whose son unexpectedly died. Please pray for peace and comfort.

• Harriet & Steve Racicot, who are doing mission work in Romania. Keep them in prayer for safety, for God's provision, and for the Lord's will to be done as they share the Good News with others.

• Those who struggle with mental illness. Lord, fill their hearts and minds with your truth, your love, your comfort and peace. Remind them who they are in you and give them your everlasting healing.

• Growing Grace Fellowship New Building Campaign. We give praise for the progress we are making toward our goal! God is providing through all of you! Please continue to pray about how your family can contribute to building our new church home to further HIS kingdom!

• Everyone in our congregation and their families who are dealing with the pains and trials of cancer and other illnesses including Todd Purse; Connie Kerr; Keith; Chris; Sharon Hlavinka; Rance Ketterling; Darlee, Amanda; Jerry Wiisanen; Rosemarie; Suzanne, Mary's sister-in-law; Aaron, Ryan, John Kirchner, Oliver, Debra Ketterling and family, Rita Rodriguez, Julie (Larry Arguello's sister), Elisa Marchetti, Pat (George's sister), Soffia, Kipp Hamberger.

GOD'S WILL BE DONE

Contact Information

www.GraceFellowshipGypsum.com 

Phone: 970-445-3101

Email: Austin@GraceGypsum.com 

Staff and Volunteer Staff

Pastor Austin Kraft, 970-688-1100, austin@gracegypsum.com 

Missy Kraft, Administrative Assistant/Youth Director, 970-445-3101, melissa@gracegypsum.com

Susan Flock, App and Website Coordinator, 970-361-4771, flock21@aol.com

Israel Hernandez, Worship Team Leader, 970-331-6177, Israelh08@hotmail.com

Pastor Dan Rohlwing, Pastor Emeritus in Memoriam

Sunday Schedule

Worship Services: 9:00 and 11:00 am (nursery provided at 9:00).

Sunday School: 10:15-10:45 for all ages (Nursery provided)

Kids Church: During sermon-time at the 9:00 and 11 am services.

Affiliation

Grace Fellowship is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (lcms.org).