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News for GraceHere’s what’s happening at Grace April 12, 2026
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Pray with us…
We believe prayer changes things! God hears us and answers.
We take to the Lord in prayer…
…those who call upon the Lord for Healing: Pastor Tim and Leigh Brubaker Kathy Buesch Charlie Burnson (Cousin of Kathy Buesch) Dee Calkins Carol Drengenberg Marcia Dunn Liz Cusack Andrew Fox Cameron Grant (Son-In-Law of the Romans) Jeff Hansen (Family Friend of Priscilla Stebbings) Shirley Heath (Friend of Shirley Morgenthaler) Audrey Kelly (Friend of Astrida and Gerry Roman) Andrea & Craig King (Cousins of Ms. Alanna) Sheila Maher - Aunt of Miss Mimi Rev. Paul Marschke Shirley Morgenthaler Rick Morrissey (Brother-in-law of Priscilla Stebbings) Nigel Morrissey (Nephew of Priscilla Stebbings) Gary Netzer Tim Olk (Friend of Jeanie Schmidt) Jim Porter Caroline Reitenbach (Friend of Astrida and Gerry Roman) Jeanie Schmidt Beth Shelstad (Sister of Priscilla Stebbings) Bea Soefker Keith Stebbings (Son of Priscilla Stebbings) Dieter Tantius Kevin Wojtan Gene Wong (Friend of Astrida and Gerry Roman) and those we name and hold in our hearts
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Three conferences of the Northern Illinois District (NID) will be held this month: Monday, April 20th, there will be a meeting at St. Mark’s, St. Charles, to discuss building maintenance and space usage.
Monday, April 27, The NID Administrators Conference will be held at Concordia River Forest. The topics are: “Coaching and Mentoring Teachers” and “Onboarding Table Talk”
Tuesday, April 28, The Parish Communicators will gather at St. John, Lombard, to discuss Artificial Intelligence and how we can use it to our benefit.
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We’re looking for someone to help serve our church family as a Communion Assistant/Deacon on one Sunday each month. This role includes helping prepare the elements before service, assisting with the distribution of communion during worship, reading scripture, and cleaning up. It’s a simple but meaningful way to support our congregation and be part of a sacred moment each week. If you feel called to serve in this way, we would love to have you join our serving team! Please see Ron Neumann if you’re interested in serving or have any questions. Thank you. |
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The Northern Illinois District’s Shine Event is taking place this week! April 12th through April 19th.
As our Service Project, we will be collecting donations to support:
The LCMS Northern Illinois District’s “Beach Bucket Fun Program”
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The Buddy Foundation. |
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The NID’s “Beach Bucket Fun Program” collects supplies to make “Summertime Fun Buckets” for the children of the NID Lutheran School System who are in need. Items Needed: |
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The Buddy Foundation’s mission is to provide immediate safety and care to stray, abused, and abandoned animals. Once medically cleared, they are placed in safe foster homes until they can be adopted. Items Needed: |
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Dogs: Pet Store Gift Cards Canned Dog Food Rubber “Kong Toys” Toys for Power Chewers Milk Bones (Small & Medium) Old Towels Kuranda Beds
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The next meeting of the Book Club will be held in the Fellowship Room at 1:30 pm on Thursday, May 7th. The book to be discussed will be announced next week.
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We pray for theO’ConnellandShilovafamilies of Seeds of Grace as they learn and grow in their faith journey. |
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You’re Invited to the Grace & Gather Women’s Group at St. Peter, Arlington Heights! The next meeting will be Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, from | 6:30–8:00 PM in the St. Peter Life Center. Gather with women of all ages and stages of life as we build meaningful relationships with each other and grow closer to Jesus. Bring your Bible and a friend. Come join us for a night of connection, encouragement, and laughter as we launch a brand-new season of Grace & Gather.
No need to RSVP
Schedule for 2026 Year
April 28th
June 2nd - End of Year Celebration
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Happening this week at Grace:
Today, Sunday, April 12th: The Second Sunday of Easter.
NID SHINE WEEK 9:30 am: Service of Holy Communion, with Coffee & Fellowship to follow. 9:45 - 10:15 am: Children’s Sunday School. 11:15 am: Higher Ground Church, with Fellowship to follow.
Tuesday, April 14th:
Thursday, April 16th:
Sunday, April 19th: The Third Sunday of Easter. 9:30 am: Service of Holy Communion. Coffee & Fellowship to follow. 9:45 - 10:15 am: Children’s Sunday School. 11:15 am: Higher Ground Church. Fellowship to follow. 3:00 pm: Girl Scouts
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| Ministry Partner of the month:
Comedor San Mateo (St. Matthew’s Soup Kitchen) via Lutheran Church Charities
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Serving This Lord’s Day:
Preaching and presiding over the supper: Rev. Randy Thompson Leading the people’s song: Jonathan Kohrs & Parish ChoirDeacon & Reading the Scriptures: Ron NeumannAttendance: Thursday, 4/2, 7 pm: 17 Friday, 4/3, Noon: + Preschool 5: 15 Friday, 4/3, 7 pm, 30 Saturday, 4/4, 10 am (Egg Hunt): 112 Sunday, 4/5, 9:30: 67 Sunday School, 4/5, 9:45: 8 |
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