Monthly Archives: March 2009

Updated: Now’s the time to plan for Kirchentag

Posted on March 30, 2009 by | Leave a comment

One of the few benefits of a down economy is that travel costs are much cheaper. To that end, there’s never been a better time to plan a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

A travel group from Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield will attend the 32nd annual Kirchentag. Taking place from May 20-24 2009 in Bremen, Germany, Kirchentag is a celebration and lay movement rejoicing in the Christian faith and featuring conferences, events and performances.

Pastor has recently found round-trip plane tickets to Germany for under $500, so your entire 10-day stay could cost approximately $1,000 per person. Contact Pastor Harman at pastorharman@gracelutheranonline.com or see Pastor after worship for more information.

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This Week at Grace, March 29, 2009

Posted on March 25, 2009 by | Leave a comment

Sunday, March 29, 2009, Fifth Sunday in Lent
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal in Fellowship Hall
9:30 am – Worship Service, Sunday School; Lenten Bible Study following worship service
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

Tuesday, March 31, 2009
9:00-10:00 am – Bible Study
10:00-Noon – Needler’s

Wednesday, April 1, 2009
6:00 pm – Cluster #5 Supper
7:00 pm – Holden Evening Prayer Service

Saturday, April 4, 2009
9:00-Noon – Spring Clean-up
11:00-1:00 – Easter Pageant Rehearsal
6:00 pm – Service with Holy Communion
8:00-9:00 pm – Al-Anon

Sunday, April 5, 2009, Palm Sunday
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal in Fellowship Hall
9:30 am – Worship Service, Interactive Easter Pageant presented by Grace Lutheran Sunday School
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

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Get the new Lutheran Study Bible at a special reduced price

Posted on March 24, 2009 by | Leave a comment

afp-lutheran-study-bibleInterested in having your own copy of the new Lutheran Study Bible? Get a personal copy for your home through Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield.

Published in time for Reformation Day 2009 by Augsburg Fortress Publishing (the ELCA’s publishing group), the new Lutheran Study Bible is a distinctive presentation of God’s Word. It features NRSV translation as well as introductions, notes and articles written by more than 60 Lutheran pastors and teaching theologians. Its focus on current Lutheran scholarship, insights from the church fathers and rich, devotional commentary provide meaningful perspective for both young and mature Christians.

For a limited time, you can order your own copy through Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield for a special reduced price: $24.50 for the hardcover, $18.75 for the softcover.

For more information, call or email the church office at contact@gracelutheranonline.com.

Learn more about the Lutheran Study Bible through Augsburg Fortress Publishing. You can download the Lutheran Study Bible’s introduction for free here (pdf).

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Order your Easter flowers today

Posted on March 23, 2009 by | Leave a comment

A variety of Easter flowers are now on sale for the decoration and beautification of the Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield sanctuary on Easter Sunday. Continue reading →

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Updated: This Week at Grace, March 22, 2009

Posted on March 22, 2009 by | Leave a comment

Sunday, March 22, 2009, Fourth Sunday in Lent
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal
9:30 am – Worship Service, Sunday School; Cluster #5 Meeting following worship service
11:00 am – Kirchentag Meeting with Pastor
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

Tuesday, March 24, 2009
9:00-10:00 am – Bible Study
10:00am – Noon – Needler’s

Wednesday, March 25, 2009
6:00 pm – Cluster #4 Lenten Supper
7:00 pm – Holden Evening Prayer Service

Saturday, March 28, 2009
4:30 pm – Communications Team meeting
6:00 pm – Service with Holy Communion
8:00-9:00 pm – Al-Anon

Sunday, March 29, 2009, Fifth Sunday in Lent
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal in Fellowship Hall
9:30 am – Worship Service, Sunday School; Lenten Bible Study following worship service
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

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Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield remembers architect Al Casella

Posted on March 16, 2009 by | 1 Comment

The entire community of Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield mourns the recent passing of Alfred P. Casella, the architect who played a vital role in the design and construction of Grace’s current Westfield St. home. (See full entry for construction images.) Continue reading →

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This Week at Grace, March 15, 2009

Posted on March 12, 2009 by | Leave a comment

Sunday, March 15, 2009, Third Sunday in Lent
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal
9:30 am – Worship Service, Sunday School; Lenten Bible Study following worship service; Cluster #4 Meeting following worship service
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

Tuesday, March 17, 2009
9:00-10:00 am – Bible Study
10:00 am – Noon – Needler’s

Wednesday, March 18, 2009
6:00 pm – Cluster #3 Supper
7:00 pm – Holden Evening Prayer Service

Saturday, March 21, 2009
6:00 pm – Service with Holy Communion
8:00-9:00 pm – Al-Anon.

Sunday, March 22, 2009, Fourth Sunday in Lent
8:45 am – Chancel Choir Rehearsal in Fellowship Hall
9:30 am – Worship Service, Sunday School; Cluster #5 Meeting following worship service
6:00-8:00 pm – AA Meeting

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Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield participates in ‘Operation Hope Tote’

Posted on March 12, 2009 by | Leave a comment

Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield is offering its assistance to the Springfield Rescue Mission by filling out tote bags with personal care items for individuals and families in need. Continue reading →

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April book discussion: ‘The Book Thief’ by Marcus Zusak

Posted on March 11, 2009 by | Leave a comment

The next monthly book discussion at Grace Lutheran Church West Springfield is scheduled to take place Sunday, Apr. 19 at 11:00 a.m. in the church parlor. The featured book will be “The Book Thief” written by Marcus Zusak. Continue reading →

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Feedburner service interruption

Posted on March 10, 2009 by | Leave a comment

Due to Google’s acquisition of Feedburner, our email update service was temporarily out of order. I believe the problem has now been fixed and the email update should go out as usual on Wednesday afternoon.

If you have problems with the service, feel free to email webmaster@gracelutheranonline.com.

-Eric

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