GRACE TO YOU
A Weekly Newsletter of Grace Reformed Church, Lansing, IL
WEEK OF February 5, 2012
SUN - 8:15 AM: PRAISE TEAM PRACTICE.
8:45 AM: HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY– Fireside Room.
8:45 AM: ADULT BIBLE STUDY– Consistory Room.
9:30 AM: MORNING PRAYER TIME– All are Welcome. Consistory Room.
10:00AM: MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE.
10:00AM: GRACE KIDS CHILDREN’S CHURCH.
12:00 PM: “LIVING FIRE”.
12:00 PM: SPOOLSTRA LIFE GROUP-Fellowship Hall.
5:30 PM: ROCK SUPER BOWL PARTY-Fellowship Hall.
MON - 6:30 PM: PUPPET PRACTICE.
- 7:00 PM: ZUMBA CLASS-Room 205.
TUE -12:15 PM: COFFEE BREAK LEADERS MEETING.
- 6:00 PM: FAMILY NIGHT DINNER-Hosted by Fellowship & Care.
- 7:00 PM: ELDERS MEETING. Those desiring baptism or membership in Grace Church either by Profession of Faith or Transfer of Membership are asked to contact the Church Office by Tuesday, to arrange a time to meet with the Elders.
- 7:00 PM: FAITH/HAMMOND PRAISE TEAM PRACTICE-Sanctuary.
- 7:00 PM: CADET’S-@OGURC-(for all boys in 4th thru 8th grades.).
WED -12:30 PM: ZUMBA CLASS-Room 205.
- 6:30 PM: MISSION MEETING.
- 7:00 PM: REFUGE MEETING. (Security-Jim Waldmarson)
THU - 9:30AM: COFFEE BREAK & STORY HOUR/VALENTINE COFFEE.
- 6:30 PM: ROCK MEETING. (Security-Adnan Abassi)
- 7:00 PM: MINISTRY LEADER MEETING.
FRI - 7:30 PM: ARABIC PRAYER MEETING.
- 6:30 PM: PUPPET PRACTICE-Sanctuary.
- : GEMS SLEEPOVER.
SAT - 2:30 PM: PRAISE TEAM PRACTICE-Vocals.
NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2012
WE WILL WELCOME PASTOR JOE PAGLIA JR. as he will continueour preaching series “Following Jesus in the Real World.” Pastor Joe is a RCA pastor who serves with Leadership Resources. He has responsibility in training pastors in Africa through this ministry. Is your course mapped? Do you know your destination? God’s Word will show us how to follow Jesus obediently through this maze of life. Plan to be encouraged in your discipleship in this confusing time.
LIFE GROUPS WINTER SESSION CONTINUE. See the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall for more information on all Life Group Offerings.
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDIES AT 8:45 AM CONTINUE: *HIGH SCHOOL- *HIGH SCHOOL-Dale Kooy in the Fireside Room for a study on what Grace Church believes. This fun, interactive study on the Heidelberg Catechism will give you a better understanding of the beliefs of the Reformed Church. *ADULTS- Pastor Andy’s Class in the Consistory Room for a study of James and discover how to have the heart of true religion, true faith and wisdom in practice and prayer of faith. All are Welcome. All are Welcome.
GRACE KID’S CHILDREN’S CHURCH WILL CONTINUE. “Grace Kids” will study The Parables this season.
“LIVING FIRE” LIFE GROUP WILL CONTINUE.
COMING SOON
YOU ARE INVITED to have a hands on experience in relation to our series, “Following Jesus in the Real World” by taking a Field Trip to Restoration Ministries, on Sunday, February 19 after the morning service. The Field Trip will include a tour of their facilities and ministries and lunch. Everyone is invited, but YOU MUST SIGN UP by the Coffee Window in the Fellowship Hall, on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 OR 12.
GIVING GRACE CARD MINISTRY will meet Monday, February 13, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM. Why not join us this year as we have a time of fellowship and fun making cards for those that are sick, those in the Service etc…?
CADET SOUP SUPPER will be held on Friday, February 24, 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at Oak Glen United Reformed Church Fellowship Hall.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
REFUGE (a ministry to students in high school) Wednesdays, February 8, 15, 22, 29 at 7:00 PM; Genesis 2012 Retreat: March 9-11, 2012.
ROCK (a ministry to students in middle school grades 6-8) Thursdays, February 9, 16, 23 at 6:30 PM. SpringHill Winter Retreat: February 17-19, 2012.
For more information on ROCK or REFUGE contact Pastor Dennis.
GRACE CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOOKING FOR GRACE CHURCH FAMILIES to hire High School Students for odd jobs (cleaning, painting, washing windows, etc…) to raise money for their Summer Mission Trip. If you would be interested please contact or see Dennis Colton.
COFFEE BREAK NEED: For many years Cindy Duran and Lorrie McNabney have loved and led the 3-5 year olds who come to Coffee Break with their Moms. We thank them for their faithful service. They are retiring after this year. L If you think God can use you in this way or if you want to see what they do, come and watch on a Thursday morning, 9:30 AM–11:00 AM. This is a real mission and an important part of our Coffee Break Ministry. See Cheryl Paglia or Judy Nearpass to volunteer or with any questions.
LOST & FOUND TABLE: If you have misplaced or lost an item at church check out the Lost & Found Table in the Fellowship Hall until March 18.
THE FOOD PANTRY thanks you for your continuing generous donations to help further our work to help needy families. Your thoughtfulness really puts the sunshine in their days. Thank You, Lansing Community Pantry.
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL:
See Bulletin Board in the North Foyer for info on the 5th Fundraising Scrapbooking Event to be held Friday, February 10 & Saturday, February 11 in the school gym. Also, the Parent’s Club Fundraiser, Starting February 7-February 28. This fundraiser will be That’s My Pan!®, check these items out at www.thatsmypan.com. In order for the school to get credit for it, you must fill out an order form and submit it through Lansing Christian School. Any ??? please call LCS 708-474-1700 or Trisha Boss 708-895-7969.
The Trumpets is available on the Sanctuary Table.
"COMFORT WITHIN” will meet again February 17 at 7:00 PM in the Pentwater Barn in Crown Point. Join us as we welcome Family and Marriage counselor Jean Trammel, MS, LMFT from New Leaf Resources to discuss keeping marriages strong during infertility. If you are interested in Joining us in a private, confidential environment to discuss struggles with infertility or for more information, please contact Tracy Bultema at comfortwithin@yahoo.com or 219-313-5533.
OAK GLEN UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (2244 Indiana Ave, Lansing, IL) cordially invites you for a Hymn Sing, led by Jack Wieringa and choral selections from Men of A-Chord led by Justin Rich, Sunday, February 19 at 7:30 PM. Join us in praising our God through music.
