During Pastor Niezwag’s vacation, if an emergency or crisis situation arises and the church office is closed, please call: Rich Rettig (319-961-1157), Jim Rathe (319-231-5749), or Jean Bremer (319-939-8221). We will arrange for pastoral assistance when needed.
A warm welcome to Pastor Patricia Shaw, retired for leading our worship service this morning. It is very much appreciated.
Gathering of Men will meet every Monday except holidays at Grace Lutheran from 8:30 to 9:30 pm.
Thank You I would like to thank all my friends and family who helped me celebrate my birthday. God bless you all. Esther Oberheu
Thank you to Jana Hahn, along with Mary Jo Rathe and Tiffany Halverson, for your diligent work in cleaning the church kitchen. The counters, cupboards, and appliances all are sparkly clean—and we will try our best to keep them that way!
“On next Wednesday the 12th confirmation guides Kent Davis and Jeremy Page will not be at confirmation.
A warm welcome to Pastor Elizabeth Retz from Unity Point, for leading our worship service this morning. It is very much appreciated.
Gathering of Men will meet every Monday except holidays at Grace Lutheran from 8:30 to 9:30 pm.
The Annual meeting for Grace Lutheran Church, Tripoli, will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 10:00 am, immediately following the worship service. The meeting will be in the fellowship hall.
Make plans now to attend Grace Sunday School’s Christmas program on Sunday morning, Dec. 22. Parents are asked to make sure their children attend Sunday School as often as possible each week so that the kids can prepare for their roles and can learn their songs for the program. Thank you!
What are your plans for Christmas Day? Sometimes is happens that some will be spending Christmas Day alone. Would you like to share in a potluck and fellowship here at Grace on Christmas Day with other person/persons?
Christian Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Gloria Bruns. Funeral services were held at Grace Lutheran on Tuesday with burial in the Grace Lutheran Cemetery. May the God who reigns over life and death be with you. There are flowers from the service.
Thank You to Elise Mowatt for sharing her God giving musical talents this morning. Grace Lutheran is so appreciative for all the wonderful talents we have here.