GRACE Wire  

October 20, 2026

 

Stewarding God's Story: Living Out God's Grace

What a meaningful Sunday at Community of Grace!


During worship, we gathered around tables to share stories of God's grace at work among us. Words like serving, community, support, love, hope, caring, grace, and family emerged as people reflected on what Community of Grace means to them.


These are more than words. They reflect the ways we experience Christ's love and the ways we're called to share that love with our neighbors.


We also lifted our 2027 giving intents in prayer, dedicating our commitments to God's work through this congregation. We give thanks for the intentions received so far, including some from households who did not submit an intent last year! 


Our generosity helps sustain and grow the ministries that bring these words to life. If you haven't yet submitted your 2027 giving intent, there's still time!  Please place your intents in the wooden box in the sanctuary.


Thank you for helping us share God's grace and write new stories of hope and love in our community.


God's grace has given us stories worth telling. Now let's go tell them!



UPCOMING EVENTS

Next Wednesday Night Gathering: October 21

6:00-6:45pm Meal - Breakfast

7:00-7:45pm Learning Activities

Sunday Morning Learning 
at 10:00 AM


We are studying the Psalms.


Join any time. You can join for the series or jump into a single session. We welcome all.

Don't forget to wear RED this Sunday!

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Events this Sunday


Sunday, October 25, 2026

Reformation Sunday
Everyone is Invited to wear
RED!


10:30 AM Fellowship

Join us before worship for some fellowship and yummy treats

11:00 AM Worship
Worship with Holy Communion

Pastor Michael Jannett

After worship, youth pizza party and service opportunity. We will buy goods for the co-op with Thrivent funds.



Congregation Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 PM

Volunteers and Donations Needed!

Contact the church office for more info!

For All the Saints

Remembering those who have gone before us

On Sunday, November 1, we will celebrate All Saints Sunday, a special day when we remember and give thanks for the lives of those who have died, trusting in God's promise of resurrection and eternal life.


All Saints commemoration reminds us that we are connected through Christ to the faithful of every time and place. Even in our grief, we find hope in God's promise that one day every tear will be wiped away.


During worship, you will be invited to come forward and light a candle in memory of a loved one who has died. Together, we will remember, give thanks, and celebrate the love of God that holds us all, in life and in death.


Whether your loss is recent or many years past, we invite you to join us for this meaningful time of remembrance, gratitude, and hope.


Come with your curiosity.

Come hungry.

Grab some fries.



Faith & Fries is a relaxed gathering outside the church walls for honest conversation about life and faith.


Our Next Meeting is: November 10
Topic: "
For what do we give thanks?"


Location: Jim & Nick's BBQ 
1190 Scenic Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045, United States


Pull up a chair. Join the conversation.


SERVICE

Worship with our Neighbors

at Manor Lake Assisted Living

Growing in Grace with Our Neighbors at Manor Lake!

Join us on the first Sunday of each month at 3:00 p.m. as we continue worshiping with our Manor Lake neighbors.   Our next worship service at Manor Lake will be Sunday, November 1.

Donations can be placed in the Narthex Coop Barrel or on the table in the Narthex

You can also make a monetary donation to the church that will be sent to the Coop for use toward utility help and/or to restock the shelves.

News from Ministry Partners

Voting & Election Toolkit and Resources

These resources are gathered by our synod advocacy group.  This website includes several resources from the ELCA and several voter information sites in Georgia.  Check this out today as you pursue your civic calling to vote in our elections.

Interested in Learning about Justice in Palestine and Israel?  Check out these information sessions

November 7 - (IN-PERSON event) "Palestine: Echoes of the Land" Student Exhibit, 1-3:00pm ET at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atlanta.


November 8 - (ONLINE event) "Palestine Education" Sunday; Congregations are encouraged to host a Palestinian lunch following their worship service. There will be a Zoom conversation with the Rev. Christy Lohr Sapp, pastor of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Jerusalem, 1pm ET. Pastor Lohr will provide an update of the situation in Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank.


MEMBER NEWS

Hour of Prayer

October 21 at 10:30 AM



Want to Join our Prayer Team?


Contact the church office for more details!

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Prayer Requests & Praises!


Community of Grace disciples pray for those in our congregation and community.


How can we pray for you or someone you know?


Click HERE to email Pastor Michael


Let us know if you'd like your request shared

with our Prayer Warrior email members.

Contact Pr. Michael (Pastor@TransformLives.org) if you'd like to receive Prayer Warrior emails.




Visit our website for more information, updates and useful links.



Click HERE for our Calendar of Events.

How to Give


If our congregation has in any way been a blessing to you, consider making a financial contribution. You can give in person, online (CLICK HERE), or via our secure mailbox at 1200 Athens Highway, Grayson, GA 30017.

Community of Grace Lutheran Church

The Rev. Michael Jannett, Pastor

770-972-4304 | www.transformlives.org

 

We are called, gathered and enlightened by God

to grow in GRACE and transform lives.