GRACE NOTES

~A weekly newsletter of grace and information~

November 1, 2026

Be a pointe of grace — God’s grace, to everyone you meet . . .  

All are Welcome...and we mean ALL.



As people of Grace, made one in the waters of baptism, we are strengthened by diversity. We are a community that is committed to racial equity and welcomes people of every ability, age, citizenship status, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, language, life circumstance, marital status, political perspective, race, sexual orientation, and creed.

Whether you are a believer, doubter, or seeker, or something in between, 

you are welcomed and valued here. We celebrate God’s unconditional love and respond joyfully to all of God’s diverse people present here.

Fall Back

​Daylight Savings Time ends Saturday Night. Turn your clocks back one hour.

Choir Rehearsal

Sunday at 8:45 am in the sanctuary—onsite

Worship Service

Sunday at 9:30 am—onsite & online

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Click here to go to our Facebook page. Click here to go to our YouTube Channel.

Sno-King Youth Meeting

Sunday from 6-7:30 pm at Our Savior's, Everett—offsite

5:30 pm meet in the church parking lot to carpool

All Saints Sunday: Remembering,

Giving Thanks, and Finding Comfort

Dear Church,

As we enter November, our hearts turn toward All Saints Sunday, a sacred day in the life of the church when we pause to remember, give thanks, and lean into the communion of saints that surrounds us. Together, we honor those who have gone before us: loved ones whose faith shaped our lives, whose love nurtured us, and whose memories continue to inspire and guide us.

Grief is deeply personal. Each of us carries losses differently. Some wounds are fresh and tender; others have softened with time but still surface in unexpected moments. Wherever you find yourself in your journey of grief, All Saints Sunday reminds us that we do not walk alone. We are held in God's tender grace and joined together across generations by the enduring love of Christ. The saints who have gone before us remain part of the great story of faith, and their lives continue to bear witness to God's promises.

This year, as we light candles of remembrance, we will also make space to acknowledge a special kind of grief that many carry quietly. Our beloved pets often become cherished companions who share our daily lives with unconditional love, comfort, and joy. Their presence enriches our homes and hearts in profound ways. Remembering them and honoring our sorrow at their loss recognizes the many ways God's love reaches us through all of creation and through every creature entrusted to our care.

As we celebrate Holy Communion, may we be comforted by the assurance that nothing can separate us from the love of God. Surrounded by the communion of saints, past, present, and yet to come, we give thanks for those who have shaped us, for the memories that sustain us, and for the hope that carries us forward.

This season of remembrance also arrives at a significant moment in the life of our congregation. During November and December, we will journey together through several important transitions. We will prepare to conclude my interim pastoral ministry, give thanks for the faithful service of our music coordinator as she completes her ministry among us in December (Rebecca's farewell letter is included below), and joyfully welcome our new permanent pastor at the end of the year (Pr. Kendall's greeting message is also included below). As we reflect on God's faithfulness in the past, we also look forward with hope and gratitude to the new chapter unfolding before us.

Rather than viewing these months as simply a time of waiting, I invite us to see them as a precious season of shared ministry and meaningful connection. We still have sacred work to do together, stories to share, memories to create, and opportunities to care for one another. As we honor those who have gone before us, may we also cherish the gift of the present moment.

By holding one another in prayer, making space for grief and gratitude, and trusting God's faithfulness through every change, we can embrace this season with open hearts. The same God who has guided us in the past walks beside us now and leads us with hope into the future.

May God's peace surround you, God's love sustain you, and the witness of the saints encourage you in the days ahead.

With gratitude and care,

Rev. Jade Yi

Interim Transition Pastor

A Letter from Rebecca Herivel

Dear beloved of Pointe of Grace,

With love, grace, and good courage I write to you today to let you know that December 31st, 2026 will be my last day with you as Coordinator of Music Ministry.

After a long season of prayer and consideration, I have discerned that the next steps on my spiritual and creative journey are leading me elsewhere, into a new and different season of opportunity and growth. It has been my joy to serve you all and make beautiful music with you over these last four and a half years in this position, and over many years of cantoring prior to that. Pointe of Grace will always hold a tremendously special place in my heart, and I will continue to treasure the care, prayer, and love that you have shown me in my time here. The work of God through your hands has sustained me and my family across generations, and will continue to do so well into the future, even as our paths now diverge.

Thank you, and I wish you every blessing as you enter this new season as a congregation.

Soli deo gloria,

Rebecca Herivel

A Letter from Pr. Kendall Jenske

Greetings to you, good people of Pointe of Grace!

My name is Kendall Jeske, I use he/him pronouns, and I am delighted to have been called as your next pastor!

As some of you know, this is a homecoming of sorts for me, as a Kamiak grad, and I am excited and honored to be able to serve a community that helped raise me and inform who I have become. I look forward to joining with you in the ministries God has called you to in and around the Harbor Pointe area. You all are already engaged in such great work, in such meaningful worship, in such impactful ministry, and I am overjoyed to partner with you to continue in the life of the church, together. 

I will join you in worship in the new year, and because of this timing, this upcoming season of Advent will have some special meaning around this practice of waiting, of anticipation, and of hope. It is my prayer for you all that this season is one of preparation and excitement, for God is up to something here! I also humbly ask for your prayers as my wife and I (with our cat) prepare for our move from California back to Washington. Thank you!

I am humbled and grateful for this call you have extended to me, and I am beyond excited and overjoyed to be joining you in the near future. Until then, God’s peace be with you each. 

With a full and thankful heart,

Pastor Kendall Jeske

Congregational Budget Meeting

Sunday, Nov. 15 at 11:00 am

Budget Q& A Forum

Sunday, Nov. 8 at 11:00 am

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend our Annual Congregational Budget Meeting. This gathering is an important part of our life together as a congregation. It is a time for us to look ahead with hope, practice faithful stewardship, and make decisions together regarding the 2027 budget and ministry plans of Pointe of Grace.

All affirmed members will receive the recommended budget on Friday, November 6. A brief 30-minute Q&A forum will be held after worship on Sunday, November 8, at approximately 11:00 a.m. to address questions and provide information in preparation for the Congregational Budget Meeting. A Zoom link for the meeting will be emailed to all affirmed members on Saturday, November 14.

As a reminder, voting members are baptized members who actively participate in the life of the congregation, including regular financial support. To ensure accurate records and compliance with our constitutional guidelines, please submit your offerings or tithes using an envelope clearly marked with your name.

Thank you for your faithful participation in the life and ministry of Pointe of Grace. Your presence, prayers, generosity, and voice strengthen our shared mission and witness. We look forward to gathering with you on November 15 at our Annual Congregational Budget Meeting as we seek God's guidance for the year ahead.

In Christ's peace,

Pointe of Grace Church Council

Alicia Raaum, President

Bryan Lee, Vice President

Walt Campbell, Treasurer

Kristina Bowman, Secretary

Karl Olson

Kathleen Reuter

Pastor Jade Yi

Choir Rehearsal

Every Sunday from 8:45-9:05 am

Choir rehearsal begins again this Sunday, Sept. 20 from 8:45-9:05 in the sanctuary before worship.

All voices welcome, experience or no. We extend a particular welcome tenors, baritones, and basses to join us. We will begin preparing music for festivals this fall as well as looking ahead to Christmas.

Come be a part of music ministry at Pointe of Grace!

Please Pray for Your Council Leaders

Liaisons for 2026–2027: Each liaison serves as a vital bridge between the Church Council and the ministries listed below, including their leadership teams and committees. This role calls for intentional care: strengthening relationships, fostering clear communication, and supporting the flourishing of Pointe of Graces' ministry. They do not monitor affiliated ministry (indicated with **).

Preschool Pathways

Foundations of Faith and Play

Preschool Chapel

Tues, Nov. 3 and Wed, Nov. 4 at 9:45 am

Chapel Theme:

Angels & All Saints Day

Come worship with our preschool classes. Hear a Bible story, sing fun songs and meet some beautiful children.

2026-2027 School Year

There is still time to enroll!

Our Curriculum prepares students for the literacy–rich world in which we live. We offer classes for students 3-5 years old and an add on Friday STEAM class.

There are space still available for students. Please go to our website or contact our Director, Miss Milissa at HPCP@pointeofgracechurch.org, if you are interested in enrolling your child in our preschool.

Thank You to the Hernandez Family

They rearranging our playground, disposing of our old outdoor kitchen and making use of our dock! 

We are lucky to have Ms. Tricia in our preschool and fortunate to have her husband & son to help with our playground. 

HPCP Thanks Joan

She brought in Halloween Treat Bags for our preschoolers friends!

Children:

Wonder, Worship and Interactive Learning

Children's Church

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday

We welcome our youngest worshipers to Children's Church on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Children will begin service in the sanctuary with their families and then are invited to go to Children's Church in The Hive. After crafts, games, and a bible lesson, children return to the sanctuary and their families during the Passing of the Peace.

Youth:

Connection, Questions, and Spiritual Growth

Youth Ministry

• 1st Sunday - SKY (Sno-King Youth) from 6:00-7:30pm
  Meet in the parking lot at 5:30 to carpool to location
  Starting October 4th

• 2nd Sunday - Youth Group - Exploring Faith in Action 11:00 am HIVE

• 3rd Sunday - No Formal Youth Group. Youth are encouraged to take an active role in worship leadership and participate in fellowship

• 4th Sunday- Youth Group - Exploring Faith in Action 11:00am HIVE

2026/2027 Youth Group will be focusing on faith in action through community involvement, service projects, leadership in worship and listening to how others live their faith outside the church.

ELCA Youth Gathering 2027:

The Journey Has Begun!

With great joy and excitement, we are beginning our journey to the ELCA Youth Gathering in Minneapolis, June 28-July 2, 2027! The ELCA Youth Gathering offers young people a unique opportunity to grow in faith, deepen friendships, discover their gifts and callings, and experience the joy of being part of the wider church. It is a transformative event that inspires youth to live out their faith with confidence, purpose, and hope.

We are thrilled to share that three of our youth will represent Pointe of Grace at this life-changing event: Mikayla Bowman, Marleen Campbell, and Serena Raaum. We are also grateful that Annika Larsen, our former Coordinator of Children and Youth Ministries, will serve as the adult leader accompanying our group.

This journey belongs to all of us. As a congregation, we have the wonderful opportunity to encourage, pray for, and support these young people as they prepare for this important experience of faith, fellowship, and service.

Our youth and their families have already begun planning fundraising efforts to help make the trip possible. We are especially grateful to be partnering with the youth, families, and volunteers of Trinity Lutheran Church and School, who will be working alongside us in many of these fundraising activities. Through shared events, youth gatherings, and fellowship opportunities, our young people will begin building relationships and creating the community that the ELCA Youth Gathering seeks to foster, starting right here in our local congregations.

We invite you to join us in celebrating this exciting milestone and supporting our youth throughout next year. Your prayers, encouragement, and generosity will help make this incredible experience a reality.

Thank you for investing in the faith and future of our youth.

"Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity."

1 Timothy 4:12

With gratitude and joy,

Rev. Jade Yi

Interim Transition Pastor

Youth Faith in Action

The Youth Group continues to demonstrate their FAITH in ACTION by assisting with clean up for the preschool. Thanks to all the youth for their hard work!

Parent Resources:

Support, Tools, and Shared Wisdom

Parenting Teens with Love & Logic Class

The 3rd Sunday of each month at 11:00 am

When kids hit their teen years, parenting takes on a whole new dimension. Along with that, kids are frequently dealing with the challenges of social media and other technologies that we didn't have as kids ourselves. Still, we want them ready for their adult lives ahead while empowering them to make positive decisions and learning from their mistakes. We are offering a parenting class and support group to help gain new perspectives and strategies as parents.

We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month at 11am in the Meeting Room. The class is taught by Karl Olson, church member, Love and Logic trainer, educator, and parent. If you have any questions please e-mail Karl at karltolson@gmail.com 

While parenting can feel lonely, this is a chance to come together to celebrate and collaborate.

Adult Formation & More:

Classes, Groups and Opportunities to Grow

Women’s Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 10am

The Women’s Bible Study at Pointe of Grace Lutheran is a group of women committed to the study of the Scriptures, to prayer and to each other. The joy we experience learning and the support we receive as we look into the meaning of the Scriptures keeps us returning each week.

The women in the study come from a variety of church experiences although most attend Pointe of Grace. What this study does is deepen faith and friendship as we go out to do what we learn.

On September 10th, we start studying of the Life Guide study of "Jeremiah: Demanding Love” by Stephen D. Eyre. This study books is available online at a variety of outlets. 

If you have any questions, contact Evelyn at evlnseymour@gmail.com.

Please join us!

Order of St Luke Bible Study & Prayer

Online on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm

Join our Order of St. Luke Bible Study and Prayer Group online from 7:30-9:00pm. We meet each week to study and pray for each other and other prayer concerns that come to us. Anyone is welcome to join this group, no pre requirements. You can find the link posted on the our website.

Pointe of Grace is one of only two congregations in the state of Washington to have an active OSL Healing Community. OSL is an international interdenominational organization over 80 years old that is dedicated to restoring the ministry of healing prayer to local congregations.

Faith and Civic Life: For the Well-Being of All 

Online Course |Wednesdays from 7pm–8:30pm | Sept. 30th – Nov. 11th

Free for Pointe of Grace congregants – Contact the Office for the Code

Ethicists, and theologians who helped write the ELCA’s social statement on faith and civic life will work to deepen the central topics about how faith actually shows up in public and political life today. Taught by Dr. Laurie Jungling, Dr. Kyle Pasewark, Dr. Carmelo Santos, and Dr. Samantha Bise 

Register at https://nwwasynod.regfox.com/live-project-fall-course---faith-and-civic-life-for-the-well-being-of-all

Jesus vs Caesar:

For People Tired of Serving the Wrong God

Sat, Nov 14 from 9am-3pm

Edmonds United methodist Church

Facilitator: Dr. Joerg Rieger

Our second retreat, Jesus v. Caesar: For People Tired of Serving the Wrong God, explores the ways our lives have become intertwined with the empire of Capitalism. We end up serving false gods, of nation, of party, economy, and to the endless exhaustion and demand. This retreat is for anyone tired of quietly serving gods and looking for something practical to do as people of faith. Dr. Rieger introduces us to the practice of solidarity circles, and with neighbors and communities, and where we can build power for resistance in the temptations to follow the Caesars in our day.

Register at: https://nwwasynod.regfox.com/retreat-2-jesus-vs-caesar-sat-11-14-26-from-9am-3pm-at-edmonds-united-methodist-church

See More Synod Events

Click here for the latest Synod News.

The weekly electronic newsletter contains news and events from around our Synod as well as important news from the National Church.

Click here to sign up.

Gather Snohomish County October Event

As we enter October, we are excited to share more upcoming young adult events with all of you! As many of you know, Gather Snohomish County is a young adult (18-35 year olds) group sponsored by the ELCA to help form meaningful connections between young adults and God. We hope to build an inclusive and welcoming faith based community for all. We have a consistent fourth Thursday dinner and bible study event, currently all hosted by Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Everett. If your church is interested in hosting, please let us know. We also have a second event each month at varied times, like a trivia night or pumpkin patch outing.

RIC Monthly Bible Study

Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17 at 1:00 pm Pacific

We at ReconcilingWorks wish to invite you and your community to the ReconcilingWorks monthly Bible Study. Please share this invitation with your community!

When:  Every third Thursday of the month     

Time:  1:00 pm Pacific

Where: Online via Zoom (Register here for the Bible Study to receive the link)

More Info: Bible Study - ReconcilingWorks

The Zoom link will be emailed two days in advance to those who register.

The Bible Study is led by a rostered leader.

The text for the Bible Study is for the Sunday ten days after the Bible Study Zoom gathering. 

Sermon Notes are also available on the website.

Register at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ReconcilingWorks_1/register.html

Explore: A Progressive Bible Study Library

This is a free resource available at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church’s website. Based on a long-standing bible study taught by retired pastor Mike Anderson, these videos offer an in-depth study of each book of the Bible with a progressive, thoughtful approach that takes the Bible seriously without taking it literally. Individuals and congregations are welcome to use this library as it might fit best for you. 

Find this resource at https://www.hslckirkland.org/explore

Hold Me Tight^® couples retreat!

Date is November 14 & 15, 2026.

Rosehill Community Center

Want tips, tools, and inspiration to get closer to your partner? Subscribe to our Northwest Couples monthly newsletter!

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Learn more or Register. Hope to see you there!

If you are in crisis, call 9-1-1, call or text 9-8-8, or call the Crisis Services Line at 800-584-3578.

Marcia Erickson Bates

Marriage and Family Therapist 

Lutheran Counseling Network

www.lutherancounseling.net

mbates@lutherancounseling.net

“Homelessness: A Renewal of Commitment”

Your feedback is desired!

All ELCA members are invited to share feedback on draft revisions to the social message “Homelessness: A Renewal of Commitment,” first adopted in 1990. At the request of the 2022 ELCA Churchwide Assembly, the ELCA Church Council authorized a reconsideration for possible substantive revision of a section of the social message.

Reconsideration is a formal process of communal discernment about social issues in the church. This reconsideration allows the ELCA to revisit the social message in light of the church’s growing understanding of homelessness, the current lived realities of people who are unhoused or precariously housed, and changes in civil law and the economy that present new challenges to housing in the United States.

Visit ELCA.org/homelessness to read the draft and to submit your feedback via a survey before Nov. 30. Feedback, questions and concerns can also be sent to DraftSocialMessage@ELCA.org.

Sunday, November 1

All Saints Day

8:45 am Adult Choir Practice—onsite

9:30 am Worship Service—onsite & online

1:00-6:00 pm Unity Church—onsite

6:00-7:30 pm SKY (Sno-King Youth)—offsite

5:30 pm meet in parking lot to carpool

Monday, November 2

9:00 am-1:00pm Harbour Pointe Preschool

—onsite

5:30-9:00 pm  Scouting America—onsite

6:00-7:00 pm  Preschool Advisory Board

—online

Tuesday, November 3

9:00 am-1:00pm Harbour Pointe Preschool

—onsite

9:00 am Mukilteo S.D. Community Based

Transition Center. (CBTC) Volunteers—onsite

9:00 am Preschool Parent Chat—onsite

9:45 am Preschool Chapel—onsite

10:00-11:00 am Pointe of Grace Staff Meeting

4:30-6:00 pm Pack for Kids Packing Party

—onsite

5:30-7:00 pm LoTH AA—onsite

7:00-9:00 pm Sober on the Sound AA—onsite

Wednesday, November 4

9:00 am-1:00pm Harbour Pointe Preschool

—onsite

9:00 am Preschool Parent Chat—onsite

9:45 am Preschool Chapel—onsite

10:00 am Women’s Bible Study—onsite

7:00-8:30 pm LiVE Course: Faith & Civic Life

—online

Thursday, November 5

9:00 am-1:00pm Harbour Pointe Preschool

—onsite

10:00 am Knifty Knitters & Crafty Chrocheters

—onsite

10:00-11:00 am AA Meeting—onsite

6:00 pm Girl Scouts—onsite

7:00-8:30 pm Order of St. Luke Prayer &

Bible Study—online

Friday, November 6

9:00 am-1:00pm Harbour Pointe Preschool

—onsite

Saturday, November 7

Sunday, November 8

8:45 am Adult Choir Practice—onsite

9:30 am Worship Service—onsite & online

Children’s Chapel (PreK-5th)

11:00 am Youth Group (5th-12th)—onsite

1:00-6:00 pm     Unity Church—onsite

For more information, go to the Pointe of Grace website or call the office at 425-263-8730.

Help Needed!

Pointe of Grace Facility Team

We are looking for a volunteer, contractor, or recommended professional who can install security cameras and run wiring from the Preschool Playground to the Church Office, connecting everything to our DVR system. We are also seeking someone who can diagnose and repair a gas leak.

If you have experience in either area, or know someone who does, we would love to hear from you. To learn more, please speak with Peter & Jason, or notify the church office.

Thank you for helping us keep our campus safe and well maintained!

Scam Alerts

Pointe of Grace Staff Members will NEVER ask for gift cards or money through email or text messaging.

• Always check the sender’s email address, even if the message appears to come from staff. If the address is not from “@pointeofgracechurch.org,” it is a scam.



• If an email shows no message body, looks blank, an image, or asks you to click a link to “view” the content, do not open it. Blank or empty emails can trigger unsafe downloads or malicious files attempting to take over your device.

Safety Practices

Being Alone in the Building

or the Last One Leaving

Please always:

• Have your cell phone with you and easily accessible in case of an emergency
• Let someone know when you are alone in the church building.
• Make sure the door is fully closed and locked behind you when you leave.

Thank you for helping keep our church a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

Growth In Serving

Living Out Love Through Action

Fundraising efforts and other charitable initiatives at Pointe of Grace and the NW Washington Synod will not be publicized in Grace Notes unless reviewed and approved by the church council beforehand.

Within Our Church Family

Volunteer Roles, Care Teams and Shared Ministries

Packs for Kids

Packing Parties

Tuesday, November 3 from 4:30-6:00 pm

Tuesday, November 17 from 6:30-8:00 pm

Join us as we pack food for food insecure students in the Mukilteo School District. Come join the food bag filling fun.



If you are unable to join the party, consider donating to Packs for Kids. Find more information at https://pointeofgracechurch.org/social.../packs-for-kids.

Nifty Knitters & Crafty Crocheters

1st & 3rd Thursdays each month at 10am

Like to knit or crochet? Consider joining our group. We are caring people who wish to share our God-given talent of knitting and crocheting with a prayerful ministry that reaches out to those in need of peace, comfort and solace.

If you would like more information on this ministry, contact Sandy Tsiang, sandrakt@comcast.net, or 425-478-3138 or contact the church office.

Know Someone Who Needs Comforting?

We have many prayer shawls completed and ready to distribute to those in need of peace and comfort.

Contact Sandy Tsiang, sandrakt@comcast.net, or 425-478-3138; or the church office, at office@pointeofgracechurch.org, to get a prayer shawl for someone in need.

Worship Leaders

If you are interested in learning about or being a worship leader, please contact the people below using your church directory. They will schedule you accordingly. We will no longer be using the sign up sheet on the clipboard.

Assisting ministers: Coe Hutchison—cmhutchison@hotmail.com

Lectors: Cheryl Bauer & Kathleen Reuter—kreuterwud@hotmail.com

Communion Servers: JW Karlsten & Carmen L—jwillyjwilly@gmail.com

Ushers/Greeters: Ron Evans—rlkaevans@comcast.net

Acolyte & Crucifers: Alicia Raaum—alice_raaum@hotmail.com

Prayer Ministers: Coe Hutchison—cmhutchison@hotmail.com

Altar Guild: Janet Hutchison—jkhutchison@hotmail.com

Music: Rebecca Herivel—music@pointeofgracechurch.org

Fellowship: Margie Olsoy—kemrolf4@msn.com

Tech Booth: David Kinner, Jr.—techteam@pointeofgracechurch.org

In Our Wider Community

Outreach, Partnership and Service Opportunities

Mission to Seafarers

We Collect ditty bag supplies all year. Drop donations in the blue bin out side the church office.

What is a ditty bag? Do you use a small travel bag to hold important essentials when you take a trip? If so, you already use a ditty bag, or something like one! At the Seattle Seafarers Center, we provide about 1,000 ditty bags to merchant seafarers with bags full of all kinds of basic necessities each year.

​

What goes into a ditty bag?​

At a minimum, all bags should include the following:

• an adult-sized knit hat
• full size (not travel size) shampoo, body wash, or bar of soap
• full size toothpaste
• toothbrush (individually wrapped)
• deodorant
• shaving cream
• 1-2 razors

​Some favorite toiletry brands of seafarers are Head & Shoulders, Dove, and Old Spice.

You can optionally include additional items such as:​

• candy or snacks (ex. individually wrapped chocolate, nuts, or trail mix)
• deck of cards or other small games
• notepad and pen/pencil
• hand or body lotion
• socks or gloves
• a hand-written card
• something else special !

We also accept donations of sanitary products to include in ditty bags specifically for women. You can find a list of products here: Items for Female Seafarers.

Church Directory

We are no longer using Instant Church Directory. We have moved everything to our Tithe.ly Database, Elvanto.

To Get an Elvanto User Profile.

To access the Elvanto Database, you must request access from the office by phone or email. You will then receive an email from Pointe of Grace with your account login details. Open the email and click the link provided to set up your password.

Now you can access the church information either through your computer browser (at https://tithely-pointeofgrace.elvanto.net/login) or you can download the Elvanto app.

Accessing Elvanto using the App

Access Elvanto on the go from anywhere you are! Whether you're using a smartphone or tablet, you'll be able to enjoy the full suite of Elvanto features for a seamless and convenient experience. Let's get started!

1. Download the Elvanto App by following one of the links below:

• For Apple users: from the App Store
• For Android users: from Google Play

2. Open the app and enter in your email address that is associated with your Elvanto user profile as well as your user password.

3. Finally, you will be directed to your Elvanto account, where you will enjoy the same features available through your web browser, ensuring a seamless experience.

Finding Contact Information

You can access individual peoples by searching their name in the directory.

The Spirit is on the move!

For the last 8 years our monthly publication The Spirit has featured articles from both the bishop AND the synod vice president. With a new vice president at the helm, we are shaking things up! While we will continue to offer a monthly message from the bishop (or the bishop's office) via The Spirit, we have added a NEW publication from the vice president called Lay of the Land in the PNW. In this monthly missive, Synod VP Cindy Shultz will share a story (or two) featuring lay leadership around the synod. Our hope is that congregations will share both of these messages in their newsletters.

Novmeber Spirit

Click here for the October 2026 edition of The Spirit, a monthly publication of the NW Washington Synod.

This month's edition features articles written by the Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee or her office.

You can find previous editions at lutheransnw.org/news/the-spirit.

November Lay of the Land

Click here for the September 2026 edition of Lay of the Land in the PNW, a monthly publication of the NW Washington Synod.

Synod Vice President, Cindy Shultz. This month Cindy introduces herself and this new format. Subsequent months she will share stories lifting up the ministry of LAY folk in our synod. (Thus, the title, LAY of the Land in the PNW!)

The "Lost & Found" in the Church Office and clothes hanging in the narthex for over 6 months will be donated.

If you have lost something, remember to contact the church office to see if we have found it.

Having a Ministry Meeting????

Schedule your meeting space with the Office.

Pointe of Grace is used by community members as well as our ministries. To ensure there is space for your meeting, please contact the Office at office@pointeofgracechurch.org at least two business days before your meeting.

Please remember, the office is open Tuesday-Friday from 9am-12pm.

Grace Notes Deadline

Announcements for the Grace Notes must be received by 10:00 am on Wednesday.

If articles are not received before the deadline, they will be added to the next week's edition.