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Sunday, February 2nd

The Presentation of Our Lord

Pastor: Dave Brooks / Organist: Erin Hodge

Scheduled to Serve

8:30 AM -

  • Bible Study of the Book of Hebrews led by Pastor Brooks


9:00 - 10:00 AM -

  • Sunday Morning Discussion Group - Documentary "Religions of the World"


9:30 - 10:00 AM -

  • Fellowship time in Fellowship Hall


10:10 AM - Divine Worship -


5:30 PM -

  • Duke Lutherans Evening Prayer and Dinner

-The Latest News

Sunday Morning Discussion Group |

New Topic: Documentary entitled Religions of the World. (Narrated by Ben Kingsley and produced by the BBC)

Starts this Sunday at 9 AM in the Resource Room downstairs

Questions? Contact Geoff Heintzelman at (919)452-6307 or grheintzelman@gmail.com.

Curious About the Farmers Market? Have an Idea to Share? |

Attend the first planning meeting of the second season of the Farmers Market (runs from April-October)

Sunday February 9th at 11:30 AM in the kitchen

Sponsored by Grace's Racial Reconciliation Group. (You do not have to be a member of the Group to attend.) Questions? Contact Barbara Silvernail.

Camp Linn Haven is Working Hard to Recover from Hurricane Helene | The SED is organizing a crowd-funding campaign to benefit Camp Linn Haven titled “Loving Camp Linn Haven to New Life in 2025.” To support these efforts go to www.camplinnhaven.org, and scroll to the bottom of the home page to donate.

Upcoming District Webinar | Explore the rich history of Black Lutheranism in the Southeastern District. This webinar traces pivotal moments from the establishment of Immanuel Lutheran College in 1903 through the present day.

February 19th from 10AM to Noon. To register.

FREE Used Medical Jackets/Lab Coats | Colors: White and Black, 5 white in sizes 34, 10,8, small, one unknown and 1 black coat in the size Med. with UNC logo. If you or someone you know is interested contact Judy Barnes at (919)361-2106.

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. 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.

-Recurring News-

Small Groups at Grace |

Your community for:

  • Prayer
  • Activity
  • Learning
  • Service

First BOLT event of 2025 scheduled for February 23rd. Mark your calendar. Watch here for more details. Contact: Chris Wethman

Next Zoom Book Club - Date: February 24 at 6:30 p.m.

Future books:

Feb: The Bookseller by Mark Pryor

Mar: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah

Apr: Framed by John Grisham

Contact: Donna Gesell

Next Meeting will be February 19- 12:45 PM

Learn more about the H-C PALS Group here.

Contact: Barb Tippin

Stephen Ministry meets first or second Monday. Next meeting February 3, 2025 at 6 PM. Learn more about Stephen Ministry here.

Contact: Joyce Rea or Joe Wethman

Growing Thru Grief | Offers year-round support for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Meets at St. Paul's Lutheran Church (1200 W. Cornwallis, Durham).

Next Meeting:

February 4th at 4 PM - " The Journey of Grief and the Practice of Self-Compassion."

Presenter - Aaron Klink

Growing thru Grief is sponsored by a coalition of religious and civic organizations; there is no charge to attend. Grace is a proud Coalition Member of Growing Thru Grief. To see the current GtG schedule click here.

- Events 1/30 thru 2/5 -

1/30 - No events planned

1/31-2/1 - 5:30 PM Friday, 9 AM Saturday - GAB Retreat at Resurrection Cary


2/2- See Sunday listing above

2/3- 11:30 AM - Brown Bag Bible Study

6:00 PM- Stephen Ministry Meeting

2/4 - 4 PM - Growing thru Grief

2/5 - 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 February -

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.


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