E-News

Christmas Oratorio Practice is this Saturday at 4 PM | Come and join in and bring a friend. There is a second practice on Saturday, January 4 at 1 PM. The Oratorio will be a part of worship on January 5th. Click here for poster.

Life Together as Synod | How much do you know about The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS)? The 'Life Together as Synod" series is designed to help improve your knowledge on the subject. This week's topics: Membership in the Synod, Relationships in the Missouri Synod, the Office of Pastoral Education and Districts of the Synod. Join Pastor Brooks for the last session in this series and discussions.

Plastic Fanatics Model Club - Today, Thursday 12/19 at 1 PM | Do you enjoy building models of all types whether it is cars, boats, airplanes or whatever? Then join us in the church kitchen and share your experiences and bring some of your builds, old or new. Contact Joe Milko with questions or to let him know your interest!

A Godly Legacy - January 12th, 19th, and 26th at 11:30 AM | Faith stories are the legacies we leave. Save these dates for a series of hands-on workshops where you will learn how to create your own faith story. Sponsored by Grace's Senior Adult Ministry, however ALL are invited to participate.

Blood Drive at Grace Monday | The Red Cross says it would be great if only 2 more members signed up - could it be you? If so, come to the Blood Drive December 23, from 11 AM-4 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Sign up in the Narthex or at redcrossblood.org keyword: Grace; All donors will receive a long sleeved Red Cross holiday T-shirt.

Christmas Market was at Grace last Saturday | Click here to see photos.

Angel Tree Quilts and Gifts were blessed last Sunday | Click here to see the sanctuary with quilts and gifts for the blessing.

Click here for Christmas Eve Worship Folder (December 24).

Click here for Service of Lessons and Carols Worship Folder (December 29)

Meet Dan Thomas, the New GAB Congregational Representative | Hello, everyone! I grew up in a warm and loving Catholic family in Oshkosh, WI. I attended Lourdes Academy, a Catholic high school. During my college years at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, I was fortunate to meet my amazing wife, Becky.

In 1995, before Becky and I got married, I embraced the Lutheran faith, which has been an important part of our family's journey. We've been blessed with two wonderful children, Jacob, who is now 26, and Elizabeth, who is 24.

My career in technology has taken us to some interesting places. We lived in Des Moines, IA for about seven years because of my role as an IT Director, and later moved to Raleigh. Six years ago, we decided to start our own technology business, TeamLogic IT, in Durham. I'm thrilled to say that it's become a true family business, with all of us working together.

As your new Congregational Representative, I'm excited to find ways to serve and support our church community. I'm looking forward to getting to know all of you better and working together to strengthen our congregation.

12/19, 20 - No events planned

12/21- 4 PM - Christmas Oratorio Practice - click here for poster.

12/22 - See Sunday listing above

12/23- NO Brown Bag Bible Study

11 AM - 4 PM - Red Cross Blood Drive in Fellowship Hall (walk ins welcome!)

12/24 - NO Growing thru Grief Today due to Christmas holiday

7 PM - Christmas Eve Service with Holy Communion

12/25 - Christmas Day (no service) - Check your inbox for a Christmas Message and Music from Pastor Brooks and Erin Hodge

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Christmas holiday there will be no eNews on the 26th.

Click here for the church calendar.

- Important Dates January -

1/4 - 1 PM - Christmas Oratorio practice

1/5 - Christmas Oratorio during worship service with singers and musicians

11:30 AM - Discover the Call - Class 1 (4 classes total at 11:30 AM Sundays - ends 1/26)

1/12, 19, 26 - 11:30 AM - New Class on Sunday mornings - "A Godly Legacy"

1/21 - 6:30 PM - GAB Zoom Meeting

1/31 and 2/1 - Grace Advisory Board Retreat

-Serving Opportunities-

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

-From the Church Office-

Note: Church Office Closed a half day both Christmas Eve and New Years Eve as well as on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. All articles for the weekly e-news should be sent to the church office no later than the Tuesday prior to the Thursday mailing. If your group meeting time on Sunday has changed with the new Worship schedule, please let the office know. This form may also be used to submit articles.

Pastor Brooks will be on vacation from December 26 - January 3

January Birthdays, Baptism Birthdays and Anniversaries