Connecting People to God's Grace

FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK

Dear Grace Families,

It is hard to believe, but we have already reached the end of our first trimester! This marks a significant milestone in the school year. I am so proud of the hard work, perseverance, and growth our students have demonstrated over these past few months. This is a perfect time for our students to reflect on the goals they've achieved and to set new ones for the trimester ahead.

This week, we also had the profound honor of observing Veterans Day. We took time as a school community to give our deepest respect and gratitude to the brave men and women who have served, or are currently serving, in our armed forces. It was a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made for our freedoms. To all the veterans in our school family—parents, grandparents, and loved ones—we say a heartfelt thank you.

Finally, what a fantastic night at Culver's! Thank you for your incredible support of our Give Back Night. We had a wonderful turnout, and it was a joy to see so many of our families fellowshipping together.

These events are only possible because of our dedicated volunteers. A special thank you must go to all the parents and students who worked shifts, greeted families, and made the entire evening run so smoothly. We are so grateful for your hard work!

As we reflect on all our blessings this trimester—our students' hard work, the service of our veterans, and the fellowship of our community—we are truly thankful.

"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."
Colossians 3:17

Blessings,

Mr. Avila

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THIS WEEK AT GRACE

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Sunday Worship Service 8:00 and 10:30 am

Sunday School and Adult Bible Study 9:15 am


Monday, November 17, 2025

Hamburgers

Girls C team BB home game vs St Paul Stev. at 4:00 pm

Boys' C team 1 BB game at OLL at 4:00 pm

Boys' C team 2 BB game at River of Life at 4:00 pm

Boys' MS BB home game vs OLL at 6:00 pm


Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Mr Goody Corn Dogs

Girls C team BB practice 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Boys' C team BB practice 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Boys' MS BB practice 5:30 - 7:00 pm


Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Tacos

Girls C team BB practice 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Boys' C team BB practice 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Boys' MS BB practice 5:30- 7:00 pm


Thursday, November 20, 2025

Subway

Girls C team BB home game vs Trinity SJ at 4:00 pm

Boys' C team 1 BB home game vs Trinity SJ at 5:00 pm

Boys' MS BB game at Brandywine at 5:30 pm


Friday, November 21, 2025

Pizza

Report Cards are going home today


Saturday, November 22, 2025

Men's Morning Basketball - 7:00 - 8:30 am




Dear Grace Families,


What an amazing Titans on the Track fundraiser for 2025! Together, we more than doubled our goal of 20K, raising $40,719 to support our students, teachers, and school programs.


We'd love your help in saying thank you to everyone who made this possible from sponsors, friends, family, and neighbors who supported our Titans.


Please take a moment to share this thank-you message and image with your supporters as a note of gratitude from Grace Lutheran School.


Your help in spreading the word means so much to us. Thank you for being part of this wonderful community!


The Grace Lutheran School PIE Team

Go Titans!


Crosstrain Kids Update!

So far, in Crosstrain Kids, we've have grown in the importance that we are children of God through the blood of Jesus Christ. That never changes. Now, we talk about God's amazing purpose that he's given us. We live lives on purpose for his glory.


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MLHS News and Notes

GET TO KNOW ML - ADMISSIONS FOR NEW STUDENTS NIGHT


On December 9th, ML will host a Get-to-Know-ML Night for all new prospective families for the 2026-2027 school year. It will begin at 6 pm with a meal and presentation by our Admissions team. Following the meal, a tour of the school will be offered as well as free admission to a night of ML basketball.


We pray this opportunity will be a blessing to families searching for a Christ-Centered high school experience. Please pass this along to anyone you know who is could consider MLHS for their son or daughter's high school experience.


School Contact Information:


Mr. Chris Avila / avilac@gracestjoseph.org / 608-769-1979

Mr. Justin Wiechmann / wiechmannj@gracestjoseph.org / 262-203-6053

Ms. Kennedy Doble / doblek@gracestjoseph.org / 248-309-7949

Ms. Hannah Schneekloth / schneeklothh@gracestjoseph.org / 507-475-1428

Mrs. Elissa Bishop / bishope@gracestjoseph.org / 765-431-1086

Ms. Elizabeth Reimers/reimerse@gracestjoseph.org/269-930-3822

Mr. Gregory Rush / rushg@gracestjoseph.org / 269-588-9008

Mrs. Nancy Leifer / leifern@gracestjoseph.org / 253-625-6272

Mrs. Nicki Barabas / barabasn@gracestjoseph.org / 269-635-7592

Mrs. Hannah Mueller / muellerh@gracestjoseph.org / 920-242-0407

Mrs. Anne Thorson / thorsona@gracestjoseph.org / 269-926-8503

Mrs. Lisa Avila / avilal@gracestjoseph.org / 608-769-4537

Mrs. Mary Duehlmeyer/duehlmeyerm@gracestjoseph.org/269-313-5940

Mrs. Sandy Sempert / school@gracestjoseph.org / 269-449-4102

Pastor Josh Bishop / bishopj@gracestjoseph.org / 765-431-1292

Pastor Paul Jenkins/jenkinsp@gracestjoseph.org / 309-433-5807


Middle School Athletic Director

Mr. Kevin Lemke/klemke@michiganlutheran.org/ 269-767-2848

Grace Lutheran School
St. Joseph, MI 49085