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A Godly Legacy Concludes this Sunday at 11:30 AM in Fellowship Hall | In our final week, we look back at the history we have lived through, the ways we have coped with and survived major changes, and how our lives have been shaped by them. We'll discover how looking back reveals new possibilities for the future and how often our lives are so fragmented that we fail to glimpse the meaning of our life. If you would like to work through the class material on your own, contact the church office to receive a copy.

Job Opportunity at Grace | We are in the process of reviewing candidates for the second position of Office Assistant. This is a part-time position, 5 days a week. Click here to review the job description. Interested in applying? Send resume and cover letter here or chat with Barbara Silvernail or Chris Wethman.

Did You Know? |

• January 31st -- Barb Tippin's final day before retiring - is fast approaching. You should have received an email about some special plans to honor Barb's service. To learn more, contact Dede Crosmer.
• Our website is undergoing a complete overhaul! The new site is scheduled to debut in early February.
• Last week Pastor Brooks and Barbara Silvernail met with a repreresentative from McCorkle Sign Co. to discuss new campus signage. When a quote is received, we will be applying for grant money to cover the cost.
• The SED Convention will be held the week of May 5-9. Chris Wethman has been selected to serve as Grace's lay delegate. There will be online sessions May 5-7, followed by in-person events on May 8-9.
• An overture is a written recomendation in the form of a proposed resolution requesting some action on the part of the convention. They are considered at the time of the convention and can greatly influence the work of the District and possibly the Synod. Grace has submitted an Overture to Study and Recommend Strategies in the Advancement of Congregation-based Older Adult Ministries in the District. A Floor Committee will meet next week to recommend overtures to the convention for action. To learn more, contact Chris Wethman.

California Fires - LCMS Response | The Pacific Southwest District of the LCMS has a standing emergency relief fund in place to assist churches and schools, their people and community. If you would like to donate to this fund or help in other ways, here's how.

SED Men’s Gathering | A retreat for all men throughout the Southeastern District! Join us March 14-16 for the first all-Men’s District Gathering at Camp Cheerio in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Experience a weekend full of 5 amazing meals, optional fun activities, amazing views, and more. Most importantly we will gather together in Word. Registration closes Feb. 23 and costs $300. For more info and to register click here!

Duke Lutherans Sunday Meal Sign Up - Thank you for all of the delicious meals you provided for the Duke Lutherans last year. We are the best-fed campus ministry in town! This is such a concrete way to love and care for the students. Slots are still available. If you’d like to sign-up for a date this semester, click here.

1/23-1/25 - No events planned

1/26 - See Sunday listing above

1/27 - 11:30 AM - Brown Bag Bible Study

1/28 - 4 PM - Growing thru Grief

1/29 - 10 AM - LWML Quilters

12 Noon - Midday Prayer Service with Holy Communion

6:30 PM - Choir Rehearsal

Click here for the church calendar.

- Important Dates January -

1/31 and 2/1 - Grace Advisory Board Retreat at Resurrection in Cary

-Serving Opportunities-

• Walltown Neighborhood Food Ministries - Sign up to shop, bag, distribute food.

-From the Church Office-

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