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So watch yourselves. “If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. 4 Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and seven times come back to you saying ‘I repent,’ you must forgive them.”The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!”
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“Offered fully furnished and turn-key…” reads the description of a recent real estate listing in Aspen, Colorado. For just $5,495,000, this 1972 condo , located in the heart of this ritzy rocky mountain town, could be all yours! Want to make payments? No problem! $32,493/mo would work. But don’t forget to budget for taxes and $1,000/mo HOA fees (not included).
One thing you won’t need to buy is furniture. Remember this condo is “fully furnished and turn-key.” Fretting about furniture shopping? Already done! Pouting about pillow shopping? No need! Custom-crafting a kitchen table? Why? It’s already there - just for you. Just turn the key on the front door of your new vacation condo, plop yourself on the comfy couch, and start living the lavish life, because your condo is fully furnished!
So it is with our faith. You might not be in the Aspen vacation market at the moment, but you might be wondering how you can forgive that person who wronged you. How can you forgive what they did to you? You need help, we need help, and in Jesus we have it. It is impossible to forgive on your own; that’s where faith comes in. Jesus makes it clear to his followers that they are to forgive, and forgive, and forgive- there is no limit to how much we should forgive, and that is possible only because Christ Jesus has forgiven us.
Rev. Peter Nafzger states,
“None of us is as faithful as we should be. None has done our duty of forgiving perfectly. We need help, and we do well to ask the One who sent us. “Give us faith.” “Increase our faith.” “Make us more faithful.” These are appropriate cries for disciples of Jesus in every age, for we all struggle against our sinful inclinations. And Jesus? He is the one who continues to come to us with grace and mercy. He continues to forgive. He continues to shape and mold us. He continues to use us to bring His forgiveness to all people, even our brothers who sin against us (many times) daily.”
We are fully furnished, turn-key, ready to go out and serve in Jesus’ name. So keep your wallet closed, Christ Jesus paid the price for the sins of the world, and gives you forgiving faith. So rest in God’s grace today, thank Him for the faith he furnishes, and forgive as he has forgiven you.
See you Sunday - I can’t wait!
Pastor Austin
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Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Matthew 6:19–21
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The Calendar at a Glance
Shine, Middle School Girls Bible Study @ Yeti's in Eagle, from 8:15 am to 9:15 am (see details below)
Gather 'Round the Gospel @ 10 am
Women's Bible Study Fellowship, "Exile & Return" in Eagle @ 6 pm
Women's Bible Study Fellowship, "Exile & Return" @ Grace Fellowship 9 am
Sunday Worship Services @ 9 am & 11 am
Connect Hour Bible Study for ALL AGES @ 10:15 - 10:45 am
Castle Peak Christian Fellowship @ 10:30 am (see details below)
Prayer at the construction site @ 12 noon
Shine, Middle School Girls Bible Study @ Yeti's in Eagle, from 8:15 am to 9:15 am (see details below)
Gather 'Round the Gospel @ 10 am
Women's Bible Study Fellowship, "Exile & Return" in Eagle @ 6 pm
Women's Bible Study Fellowship, "Exile & Return" @ Grace Fellowship 9 am
Sunday Worship Services @ 9 am & 11 am
Connect Hour Bible Study for ALL AGES @ 10:15 - 10:45 am
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October is Pastor Appreciation Month, and we are grateful for the opportunity to honor Pastor Austin for his faithful service, leadership, and love for our church family. Join us in expressing our thanks through prayer, words of encouragement, and acts of kindness as we celebrate the blessing of his ministry among us.
There will be a collection basket for your cards in the lobby for the next several weeks.
Additionally, if you would like to contribute a gift of appreciation to the Pastor Appreciation Fund online, please click the button to the left.
We will honor Pastor Austin during our worship services on Sunday, October 26th. Thank you!
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Cornerstone Crew ready to serve lunch.
Building Update
Excavation continues! Drive by the lot and take a look
when you have a minute!
We encourage you and your family to pray about contributing to our new church building. Please complete the pledge form in the lobby on Sunday and drop it in the pledge box, or Click Here to give online. Thank you to all who have given thus far! We are well on our way to our goal!
To God be the glory!
Go GRACE Go!
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We invite you to join us on our construction site -
every Tuesday @ 12 noon
to gather in a quick prayer over the construction project
and the workers.
Can't make it? No problem! Just pause wherever you are and lift up a prayer of your own at that time. God hears it all!
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Cornerstone Crew Ministry
This week, our Cornerstone Crew had the joy of serving our first lunch to the Hobbs Excavating team on Tuesday.
Bright new Cornerstone Crew vests are on the way, helping us show hospitality with a unified spirit.
Thank you to everyone who has generously donated snacks and water—your support is making a difference! We are well-stocked for a while, but we will let you know when we need to replenish water and snacks.
Please continue to lift up the workers in prayer, asking for safety and strength as they carry out their work.
Thank you for supporting your
Grace Fellowship Cornerstone Crew Ministry!
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Bible Study for ALL AGES continues
Sunday, October 5th.
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🍲🏈 Bring Your Best Chili (and More!) 🏈🍲
We’d love for you to join the fun by bringing a pot of your best chili to share—spicy, mild, meaty, or veggie, we want them all!
Not a chili chef? No problem! Bring along a side dish, chili fixin's, cornbread, football snacks, or dessert to keep the table full and the fellowship flowing.
Together, we’ll enjoy good food, football on the big screen, plenty of laughs, and the joy of gathering as friends in faith!
Please RSVP for yourself and your family and tell us what you're bringing!
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Who - Join Steve Manning, Tex Bluhm, and the residents and staff of Castle Peak Senior Living
What - A time of fellowship and friendship that is flexible, casual, and open to everyone who would like to attend. The purpose is to provide a space and occasion where faith and prayer come together through different experiences and activities where God's love can be shared.
When - Every other Tuesday, beginning August 26th
Time - 10:30 am for approximately 30–60 minutes
Where - Castle Peak Senior Life and Rehabilitation in Eagle
Please reach out to Steve Manning for further information and to attend.
210-842-6640
thuddreamer@yahoo.com
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Our next meeting is Wednesday, October 8th!
Invite your friends!
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Gather 'Round the Gospel Bible Study, will meet tomorrow, Thursday, October 2nd, @ 10 am.
All are welcome to attend
for study, prayer, and fellowship!
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Sunday Services
October 5th, 2025
9:00 & 11:00 am
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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, during Connect Hour from 10:15-10:45, and during 11:00am service!
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LORD JESUS, HEAL OUR LAND, OUR BODIES, AND OUR HEARTS.
Please pray for...
Andy Haffele - who has a spinal fluid leak from his previous spine surgery that will be surgically repaired in the next few days. Please pray for relief from the symptoms it causes, for wisdom and clarity for the medical teams, and for strength and peace for Andy, Kristina, and their family as they navigate their way through this set back in his recovery and incredibly challenging time.
Families in crisis - pray for God's immense love and care to wash over them in the midst of their strife and struggles. Help them to set their eyes on Jesus, and not the storm they are in.
Forgiveness - that the hearts of all people will be able to follow Christ's example of love and forgiveness in our everyday lives and with everyone we encounter. Jesus said, "Forgive as the Lord forgave you." Colossians 3:13
We pray for complete healing and recovery for those struggling
with different health and medical challenges.
Rosemarie and Andi, Jackie's mom and sister who Jackie helps care for. We pray for strength and comfort for Jackie as one of their caretakers.
John Kirchner - continued prayers for healing and comfort as he continues chemo treatment. The chemo is working!
Jerry Wiisanen, Jodie's dad - continued healing for cancer treatment and nerve damage he has experienced
Nancy Kraft - is awaiting further tests to determine additional treatment and to help determine when she can come home.
GOD'S WILL BE DONE
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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
Lauren Glenn, Worship Team Coordinator, 970-445-3101, lauren@gracegypsum.com
Pastor Dan Rohlwing, Pastor Emeritus in Memoriam
Church Office Hours
Monday through Thursday 9 am to 3 pm
Sunday Schedule
Worship Services: 9:00 and 11:00 am (nursery provided at both services).
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).
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