Sunday Readings

Acts 10:34-43

God raised Jesus on the third day

Colossians 3:1-4

Raised with Christ to seek the higher things

John 20:1-18

Seeing the risen Christ

This is the day the Lord has made! Christ is risen, and through him all creation is made new! Indeed, “God shows no partiality” (Acts 10:34): Christ’s resurrection truly brings life to everyone. We sing hymns of praise, gather around sacred words, and proclaim God’s faithfulness, power, and love in the feast of holy communion. With the women at the tomb, we are astonished, elated, and grateful. We depart with joy to proclaim the good news of God’s endless love.



Sunday Worship Support

Presiding Minister: Pastor Chris Repp

Assisting Minister: Marlys Scarbrough

Reader: Erika Bilger

Deacons: Nancy Marshall

Greeters: Mary Jo Erickson and Russ Dankert

Ushers: Dave & Carol Larson

Livestreamer: Michael Miller

Sound Technician: Kevin Vail

Music Director: Nicholas Pierle

Organist: Mike Keeley    

Coffee Hour: Easter Coffee Hour Plus, hosted by the Parish Life Committee, with food

provided by Grace Lutheran Members

Chancel Flowers: Easter Lilies and Hydrangeas, please see this week's service bulletin for the donors and dedications

For the upcoming Worship Support schedule, see the spreadsheet found here on Google Drive.

TOMORROW! Grace Lutheran Church Outdoor Clean-Up Day April 4, 2026 (weather permitting)

The Spring Work Day at Grace Lutheran Church will take place during the morning of Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Please stop by to help anytime that Saturday morning. The Property Committee will post a list in the Narthex of suggested outdoor tasks to complete. Bring a rake, and maybe some gloves to wear. Coffee and snacks will be available. 

ELCA Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry’s Easter Message 2026

(click the image for a large print version)

Good Shepherd Sunday, April 26, 2026  

Sunday, April 26th has been designated as Good Shepherd Sunday; a special day each year to recognize and support Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI).

LSSI began in 1867 as an orphanage for children who lost their parents during a cholera epidemic. LSSI has been a leader in social services for over 158 years. In 2025, LSSI served 62,425 people. 

Since its beginnings over a century ago, LSSI has become one of the largest statewide social service providers in Illinois. It is the social ministry organization of the three Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) synods in Illinois. Services and programs include: Foster Care, Family Support Services , Mental Health Services, Substance Use Treatment, Home Care services for senior adults, Affordable senior housing, Housing for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, Programs that help incarcerated individuals remain connected to their children and Case management for returning citizens.

Please consider making a gift to LSSI by donating online at lssi.org or by sending a check to the LSSI offices at 1001 E. Touhy Ave, Suite 50, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Thank you for your prayers and financial support of this program.

The Social Ministry Committee

Grace Lutheran Game Nights in 2026

Gather with friends and enjoy an evening together! Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 6-8:00pm, a group meets for Games in the Narthex. The group gathers to enjoy each other's company and engage in card and board games. Mark your calendars!

The next dates for Game Night are Thursday, April 9th and Thursday, April 23rd. If you are interested, please let Jim Fleming know. Come and join us, and feel free to bring along your favorite game!

April 5 to April 12

Sunday,

April 5

Easter Sunday

9:30am Worship - In Person & Live Stream (Sanctuary)

10:45am Easter Coffee Hour Plus (Narthex)

12:00pm Women's AA (Hoffmeister Room)

Monday,

April 6

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday,

April 7

4:30pm Executive Committee

6:00pm Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (Chapel)

6:30pm Sweet Adelines (Fellowship Hall)

7:00pm Bell Choir Rehearsal (Choir Loft)

Wednesday, April 8

1:00pm Worship & Music Committee Meeting (Pastor's Office)

7:00pm Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)

Thursday, April 9

10:00am Food Pantry (Fellowship Hall)

6:00pm Game Night (Narthex)

Friday,

April 10

No Events Scheduled

Saturday, April 11

No Events Scheduled

Sunday,

April 12

Grace Food Pantry Sunday

9:30am Worship - In Person & Live Stream (Sanctuary)

10:45am Property Committee (Chapel)

11:00am Adult Sunday School (Hoffmeister Room)

12:00pm Women's AA (Hoffmeister Room)

Prayer Requests



We have two formal ways of praying for one another at Grace. One is in the Sunday morning worship service, where we pray for people by name in the Prayers of Intercession. They will also be listed in the emailed and printed versions of GraceNotes, but not in the web version. Please send prayer requests for the Sunday-morning prayers to office@glccu.org. You may also submit prayer requests on our website at https://glccu.org/prayer-requests/.

Using GLC Facilities



Our facilities are available for use by members and by outside groups. If you would like to use any part of the facility, please fill out a Facilities Use Request, found on the web site, and contact Karen in the office to ensure that it is on the calendar, so that the space is ready for you and that you are aware of how to adjust the appropriate thermostat.