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Volume 206
Rev. Dr. Russell C. Hildebrandt
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. David B. Joeckel
Pastor Emeritus
Dr. Serena Pace, D.C.E.
Family & Children’s Ministries
Micah Raebel
Minister of Music
SERVANTS THIS MONTH
Elders on Duty:
8:30 AM - DelRay Alberts
11:00 AM - Eric Rathjen
Usher Captain:
8:30 AM - Jim Schmidt
11:00 AM - Gary White
Lector:
8:30 AM - Hank Jacobs
Greeters:
8:30 AM - Kathy Halliburton
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1
Pastor’s Message
2
Welcome/Thanks/Cottage Mtgs
3
Grow & Know
4
Sr. Pep Rally/ LSC @ UTA
5
Pastor’s Message (continued)
6
Map and Photos
7
Small Group Listing
8
Small Group/TX. Dist. CEF info
9
Book Fair/Potluck/Eyeglasses
10
FPU/Legacy Journey
11
Family and Children’s Ministry
12
Miscellaneous Ministries
13
National Night Out
14
Church Information
15
Birthdays/Anniversaries
16
October Calendar
Pastor’s Monthly Message
October 2014
Dear Fellow Redeemed,
“Those who survived the exile2are in great trouble
and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken
down” (Nehemiah 1:3). When Nehemiah heard
this news he wept and prayed. It took time for the
bad news to sink in and then God placed it upon
Nehemiah’s heart to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem
and with the walls the lives of the families in
Jerusalem would be rebuilt too.
Today we don’t have walls around our city but we
do have families whose walls are broken down all around us. Walls of
poverty, walls of disgrace, walls of loneliness, walls of despair, walls of
social injustice, and walls of not having access to basic necessities. I
believe I have a Nehemiah project for our church that God is calling me to
lead. I can see the walls of the family that are broken down and I do believe
Grace Lutheran Church and School can be the Nehemiah’s to our
community.
You may ask how we can do such a great task of rebuilding families in
Arlington. First, we are strategically located in our community to do such
a task. [See map #1 on page 6]. When you look at the map of where
Grace is located and how central we are to Arlington, I believe you can see
that we are strategically placed for God to do some awesome miracles in
the lives of our community as the walls of families are rebuilt. Second, you
can see Grace Lutheran is located between the central and north YMCA
and we have a ball field and the YMCA does sports. Third, you know that
we have children all around our campus living in apartments and houses
that do not know Jesus as their spiritual walls are broken down. We have
the message of hope and redemption in Jesus. Jesus is the great wall
builder that we serve.
Fourth, there are 184,399 people who live in the area bounded by I-30, I-20,
360 and Bowen Road. Within this area there are 43,777 children between
the ages of 4-17. Also within this area are 6,771 households with a female
as head of the house with two or more children. Did you know that the
76010 is the most economically challenged zip code in Arlington? We have
a calling to help these families as we bring “the hope of Christ to our
community.”
Continued on page 5 . . .
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WELCOME TO THE GRACE NEWSLETTER FOR OCTOBER!
Welcome visitors!
If you are a first time or returning guest to our church, please take a moment to stop by the
Connection Corner to fill out a Guest Card and receive your FREE gift! We hope you will come to
worship with us again soon!
Our church’s vision is one of bringing the hope of Christ to our community, and we are so glad that
you’ve chosen to worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with us! We appreciate your presence
and hope you will return to celebrate the Lord’s Day with us often.
Current members: We welcome your input on this newsletter format and encourage you to
submit articles relevant to the ministries at Grace, our membership, or any news connected with
your neighborhoods and/or community outreach services. Our newsletter deadline is the 15th of
each month. This newsletter is an excellent forum to keep us connected and prayerful of each
other, our friends, family and our community. God bless each of you this month and always!
Debbie Hall , Publications editor
gracelutheranpublications@gmail.com)
Thank you!
Thank you!
Dear Members and Friends of Grace,
We are so very thankful for your thoughtfulness in the
naming of our new field! We were deeply honored as
you made this decision in the Voters meeting on the
past Sunday! We also want to commend Pastor
Hildebrandt and the Board of Directors for their
leadership in the ongoing development of our campus,
following through on our mission...To Bring the Hope of
Christ to our Community. Sports and athletics has
always been a big part of our family, and we will be
active with you to make the most of this unique
opportunity to bring the Good New of Jesus to the
children and parents of Arlington, Praise God from
whom all blessings flow!
Pastor Dave and Judy Joeckel
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND THE UPCOMING
COTTAGE MEETINGS!
Dates, times and all the important information is listed below!
See YOU there! (Other meetings not listed to be announced.)
October 8th 6:30 PM - Jim Schmidt
At the Schmidt home
October 15th 6:30 PM - Mike Curtis
At the Curtis home
October 12th 4 - 6 PM - Stan Taber
At the Rosentreter home
October 14th 7:00 PM - Greg Roe
At the Roe home
October 18th 12:30PM - Chelsea
Masterson
At the Masterson home
October 18th 6:00PM - Hank Jacobs
At the Jacobs home
October 1oth 5:30PM - DelRay Alberts At the Alberts home
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Take a van to see the movie “Jerusalem” at the
Ft. Worth Omni Theater on October 2 at 1:35 PM.
$6.00 tickets for seniors and we’ll even chauffeur in a van
if you arrive at Grace by 12:30 PM!
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Adult Sunday Morning Bible Studies -
“Joining Jesus on His Mission”
“Joining Jesus on His Mission”
“Joining Jesus on His Mission”
Led by Jim Runzheimer - Music Room
Led by Joel Peterson
- Library
Led by Pastor Hildebrandt - Fireside Room
NEW LifeLight Bible Studies for 2014-2015
October 6
Romans, Part 1, Session 4
October 13
NO CLASS TODAY (Fall holiday)
October 20
Romans, Part 1, Session 5
October 27
Romans, Part 1, Session 6
There will be two studies this season:
October features Romans, Part 1, Sessions 4, 5 & 6.
NO CLASS OCTOBER 13th! Romans Part 2 begins November 24.
I and II CHRONICLES - A 9 week study will begin on March 2, 2015.
ROMANS I & II -
We will continue with 2 classes shown below:
Monday Morning Class (for all ladies) -- meets 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. in the Fireside Room.
Our lecturer is Cherry Coffman. We will have occasional luncheons throughout the year to
enjoy each other’s company and renew friendships.
Monday Evening Class (for all adults) -- meets 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in our school at Grace
West.
Pastor Emeritus Dr. David Joeckel is our lecturer. A light meal is served at each evening
class.
Child care will be available for both classes upon request. Everyone is encouraged to be in "THE WORD" and to enroll
in these exciting studies. All are welcomed, members, non-members, friends, neighbors and the community.
No previous bible study experience is needed!
Lutheran Student Center @ UTA at 9:30—10:30 PM
Monday Late Night Traditional and
Thursday Late Night Contemporary Worships
and BREWS AND BIBLES:
Monday nights @ 7:00 PM (at VARIOUS HOMES)
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SENIOR MINISTRY PEP RALLY
IS A GREAT SUCCESS!
48 “Cheer-full Seniors” enjoyed an outstanding
potluck lunch, fellowship and discussion on the
2nd Tuesday of September. Revitalizing the
Senior Ministry of Grace began with the recent
survey that ‘was and is still’ available in the church
office for any member of our Grace Family to
complete. Your input is cherished! For many
years, the title “55+” served the group well, but
perhaps does not fit the image of an “experienced
adult” in today’s society. The results of a recent
survey are being compiled and by the October
meeting decisions will be made by the group as to
restructure to reflect a more appropriate and
appealing agenda. God is not finished with us!
Seniors Adults are currently serving in numerous
ministries of our church: Braille, Choir, LifeLight,
Funeral Meals, Mission Trips, Piecemakers,
Prayer Chain, Prayer Partners, TLC groups,
Ushering, UTA Student Center, etc. We simply
gather once a month for fellowship, fun, laughs,
learning, faith growth, support, service and sharing HIS grace, mercy and love.
Call Art Rosse, (Chairman) at 817-492-4668 for complete information or if you would accept a ride to
our monthly luncheon.
P.S. Not retired? Not 55, 65, 70? Come join us – “we promise we won’t tell!”
NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9 PROGRAM:
Retired LCMS Pastor Gerald Boerger & Wife, Claudia
Old Fashion Gospel Music w/Keyboard & Singing – Accordion Polka Music
INSPIRATION: The Lord brings life following death of spouses and on to blending families.
UTA LUTHERAN STUDENT CENTER MINISTRY BEGINS
A BRAND NEW SEMESTER
Monday, September 8, began a new semester of our Grace Ministry to
Serve UTA Students at the Lutheran Student Center. Weekday Lunch
Ministry changed from Wednesday to Monday in order that –“praise God”Sabir Bashir, our new LSC Director, may be present. With very short
notice, 20 students enjoyed pizza, salad, Ice-Cream Sandwiches and loving
fellowship with 10 volunteers from our Grace Family. We’re now able to divide into volunteer teams
to serve for the coming weeks. The 2nd week 46 students from the Middle East, Asia, Mexico, South
America, and Africa enjoyed the pizza, salad, and dessert meal; and again the seeds of the Gospel
were planted in their hearts through devotions. Each Friday evening Grace shares God love through
Biryani Night meals, a Middle Eastern dish, that draws 130+ students. Our Savior Lutheran Church,
WELS hosts dinner and Bible Study on Tuesday night, averaging 25+ students. Each of these
events is a “mission trip” waiting to happen - and guess what - you can hear the evening news,
sleep in your own bed and be blessed by sharing the love of our Lord and Savior. Want to have a
part in this “stay home mission field” by donating money or desserts or best of all visiting with one of
the students? Call Delores Smith at (817) 469-1578 or call the church office. All donations are
accepted with the “biggest smiles” that can cover the faces of all nationalities!
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Pastor’s Monthly Message: Continued from Page 1
Now I am not saying I am Nehemiah but God has helped me amass the lumber to rebuild the walls
of the families in Arlington. I am on the YMCA Board of Directors, I am involved with Kiwanis which
is a civic organization that is all about children, and I have been here almost seven years to see that
our city needs us to lead in this area of rebuilding.
How will we rebuild the walls of the families within the boundary of I-20, I-30, 360 and Bowen? We
will rebuild lives with resources from our community. The city has given us a grant of $100,000 to
rebuild the walls of our church (field and perimeter of our campus) so the community can see that it
can be done. We have the land, the community has the need and the YMCA has the resources to
bring sports to our campus. [See the photo of the field on the next page!] Our field was
sodded in late September and the new fence will be installed around field. (I think you can envision
what God is doing in helping use the resource of our campus to reach people with the good news of
Jesus?)
How will this work? In March we will begin soccer with the YMCA on our field. AISD, apartment
managers, principals of schools and churches will identify children who are in need and they will be
given vouchers for children to play sports free. The money will come from money raised in our
community as more and more of our community sees the need for wall building. As families come to
our campus, we will hand out brochures about our school and church to invite people to be part of
our family as we rebuild our community with love and servanthood. You can be part of this ministry
as we march towards the future with the leadership of Joining Jesus On His Mission because he is
already out in the community and bringing resources to us in contacts with many people who believe
in investing in the lives of children.
I invite you to attend our Elder Cottage meetings in October to hear firsthand about what God is
doing at Grace as we rebuild the walls of our church and our community.
In Christ,
Pastor Hildebrandt
MEMORIALS and HONORARIUMS
Memorials: Monetary gift given to a Grace Ministry Fund
in memory of a loved one or friend.
Honorarium: Monetary gift given to a Grace Ministry Fund
in recognition of a loved one or friend.
It is with great thanksgiving that we report we have no bereavement gifts within our Grace Family
this month! We would however remind you that an Honorarium is a very special way to recognize
and honor a loved one or a friend
who is celebrating a special event
in their life at any time during the year.
It is truly the gift that keeps on giving!
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All are welcome to attend!
B2 Small Group
We are a group of young adults with children who meet one Friday a month.
For more information, please contact Lindsay Ali at 817.296.6416.
Blessings Group
We meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 PM in various homes. This group welcomes couples
and singles. No child care provided. Contact Sid and Mary Jo Cook at 817-457-1198 for more information.
Brews & Bibles
We meet every Monday at 7:00 PM at various locations. Calling ALL young adults 21-30 (single, engaged or
married)! Led by Micah Raebel, Chelsey Masterson and Jen Rukavina. For information, call Micah at
219.613.6343.
Cross Training Coffee Club CALLING ALL MEN!!
What: Men’s Coffee Time @ Mochalux Coffee
Where: 1101 Bardin Rd., Arlington, TX. 76018
When: Every 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 PM
Why: Bible Study, Coffee & Bond of Brothers
Contact: Scott Pinnow 817.714.0936 email: scpinnow@gmail.com
Empty Nesters
We meet the 2nd and 4th Fridays at 7:30 PM in the Fireside Room. This group is for mature singles or couples
who enjoy mutual support, Bible study, prayer, fellowship and mission opportunities. For more information, call
Nancy Grieser at 817.467.7212 or Susan White at 972.979.2188.
Golf Group
Led by Robert Matthys. For more information, please call Robert at 817.860.8641. This is a SUMMER ONLY
interest group.
Hankins’ Group
We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:00 PM in various homes. This group is for retired couples and
individuals who care for and support each other while enjoying Bible study, fellowship and outreach.
Contact Wayne Hankins at 817.375.3922.
Hertel TLC Group
We meet the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM in various homes. This group meets for Bible study,
prayer, fellowship and support of each other. They also serve dinner at the Arlington Life Shelter once or twice
a year, provide Christmas for a family in need, and provide refreshments for SOULedOut Students the 4th
Wednesday of each month. This group is for couples only. Contact Donna Hertel at 817.277.6984 for more
information.
Hunting & Fishing Group
Led by Eric Rathjen. For more information, please call Eric at 817.860.2460. This interest group is still forming!
Mama’s and Papa’s Group
We meet the 1st and 3rd Fridays at 7:00 PM in the Fireside Room and Gym. This group is focused on a
relationship with the Lord and each other. They study curriculums that question our struggles and point us back
to God. For more information, contact Andrea Oliver at 469.371.8581.
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Piecemakers
This group welcomes everyone with willing hearts and hands to help make quilts and assemble kits
benefitting those less fortunate. They meet every Saturday at 9:15 a.m. in the church basement. Please
contact Cyndy Otto at 817.861.8208 if you can help! No experience needed!
Schmidt/Alloy Group
This group includes families of various ages and children/youth. They meet one Friday per month. Please
contact the Alloy’s at 817.446.1170 or Stephanie Schmidt at 817.561.6338.
Scrapbooking Group
Do you love to scrapbook and have great conversations? The day and time to meet will be
determined by those who sign up. For more information, call Susan Hoar at 817.299.9592. This
interest group is still forming.
Women of Wisdom (WOW)
We meet the 1st Friday at 7:00 PM at 1501 North Watson Road in Arlington. All married or single women over
50 who would like to grow in Bible study, wisdom, summer mission opportunities, faith and friendship may
contact Gwen Coy at her work number 817.640.4151.
Consider an in investment that benefits you and the Lutheran Church. Invest in the
Texas District Church Extension Fund and receive a return on your investment.
You can find more information as well as investment applications on the Texas CEF
website: www.texascef.org. You can also call the CEF at 888-951-1233 for assistance. In addition, Sandra Pecard (817-308-2061), the Grace congregation representative, can help with getting any information you may need.
WHAT ARE THE CURRENT RATES?
Investment Type
Rate
APY
0.5%
0.75%
1.25%
1.75%
0.25%
1.00%
1.75%
0.5%
0.75%
1.26%
1.76%
0.25%
1.00%
1.76%
Flex Savings (deposit and withdrawal at anytime
without penalty)
Fixed-Rate Term Note - 1 year
Fixed-Rate Term Note - 3 years
Fixed-Rate Term Note - 5 years
Floating-Rate Term Note - 1 year
Floating-Rate Term Note - 3 years
Floating-Rate Term Note - 5 years
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We’re Having a Book Fair
AND
a Pot Luck Dinner!!
The Grace Lutheran School book fair is coming
this month! The dates are Wednesday,
October 22nd through Sunday, October 27th!
Our theme this year is “Sir Readalot’s Castle:
Enter the Kingdom of Books!”
Come browse and shop along with our potluck
dinner on Sunday following the late service.
Oh, we also need VOLUNTEERS for Tuesday
night setup and Sunday afternoon takedown.
And if you have any empty CEREAL BOXES,
MILK CARTONS, SMALL CONTAINERS, OR THE
LIKE, consider donating them to help our students
build centerpieces for the tables!
For the potluck:
Families with the last name beginning with A-J bring a side dish and meat.
Families with the last name beginning with K-Z bring a dessert and a meat.
If you feel called to help, please contact Kristin Oxner at 817-946-9213
or email her at koxner@gracesaints.net.
OCTOBER 26th will be REFORMATION SUNDAY,
so do not forget to wear your RED shirts or blouses!
Grace Used Eyeglass Ministry
This year four million pairs of eyeglasses will be thrown away in
the U.S. while 158 million people worldwide suffer from
uncorrected vision.
Each year, MOST Ministries (a recognized LCMS service organization) provides recycled
eyeglasses to people living in developing nations around the world. Generous individuals, churches,
and organizations across the U.S. collect and send used eyeglass to MOST Ministries where they
are sorted and tested by volunteers, and repackaged for distribution through short-term mission
teams.
The cost of a pair of glasses in many developing nations is equivalent to a year’s salary. Without
assistance from MOST Ministries, thousands of people would go without the glasses they need to
work, read, or attend school. MOST Ministries often provides the only pair of eyeglasses a person
will ever own.
Please support MOST by putting your used eyeglasses, and those of your friends and family, in the
marked basket on the round table in the narthex. Grace has sent several hundred pairs of
eyeglasses to MOST over the last few years. The eyeglasses help in reaching those who have yet
to hear the Good News of God’s love and saving grace. Your used eyeglasses really do matter and
can make a difference in people’s lives!
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This isn’t your typical “money class.” Financial Peace University is practical, entertaining and fun.
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More than 1.5 million families and individuals have taken FPU.
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Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet or you’re a millionaire, FPU has something for you.
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FPU is based on more than 800 verses of Scripture and is a proven plan that will work for you.
Join other church members and those from our community Saturday to learn how to “dump debt.”
If there is enough interest in a Thursday class we will add a Thursday evening class as well so we can shout
- “We’re Debt FREE” together.
Remember - even if you have taken the class you can come again. It is a lifetime membership.
Come to refresh or start on the next baby step.
Are you ready for the next step? You have disciplined your money, you tell it what to do!
You are now saving money. LEGACY is next!
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Please contact Bob Bell at 817.465.8069 or bobkimbell@gmail.com
or Gary or Susan White at 972.606.8828 or whitegptx2@yahoo.com
Learn:
The pros and cons of stocks,
bonds, mutual funds and
annuities
Making wise choices when
investing in real estate
How much is enough for you?
How to live a legacy with your
family
Protecting relationships
Basic estate planning
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
in Meeting Room 1
The keys to generational
wealth
Or go to the www.grace.lc homepage and click on the section link to
learn more about the class.
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FAMILY AND STUDENT MINISTRY – October
SUNDAY MORNING MINISTRY, 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
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KIDS’ POWER HOUR (KPH)
Toddlin’ (2 and younger) meets in Room 101 (Grace Lutheran School).
3 Year Olds - Kindergarten meet in Room 110 (GLS).
Grades 1-4 meet in Room 111 (GLS).
PRETEENS Grades 5-6 meet in Meeting Room 3 with Lydia M. and Sherry B.
LIFEGROUP Confirmation Ministry
This ministry for 7th – 8th graders meets in Meeting Room 4.
HIGH SCHOOL Youth (Grades 9-12) meet in the Youth Shed.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MINISTRY, SOULedOut Students 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
A (free-will donation) meal will be served in the Family Life Center Fireside Room at 6:00 PM
with programming beginning at 6:30. (Meals will vary.)
• Children up to 4th Grade meet in the gym.
• Preteens in the 5th and 6th Grades meet in MR4
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• Students in 7 – 8 grades meet in various locations depending on the week.
• Grades 9-12 will meet in various locations depending on the week.
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Middle and High School Students’ SOS Schedule for OCTOBER
Braille Ministry
Heritage Oaks Ministry (Off Campus)
Youth Shed/MR3 & MR4 Service Projects
Cookie Bombarding Outreach to Youth (Preteen/MS Team & 2 HS Teams) (Off Campus)
Family Pumpkin Carving/Decorating Night & Costume Contests (kids included)!!!!!!!
(Parent drivers are needed for 10.22.14)
SPECIAL EVENTS
HIGH SCHOOL
Oct. 4 7pm - Whirly Ball/Laser Tag (Details TBA)
Oct. 19 pm - House Group: God’s Not Dead, 4:30pm
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Oct. 11-12 - RECESS Retreat Grades 6-8 at Mount Lebanon Camp in Cedar Hill, 11am -11am
CHILDREN
Oct. 17-19 - PINE COVE Retreat Grades 3-5, 5:30pm – 2:30pm
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PRAYER PARTNER MINISTRY
(For teens, elementary students and young adults 2 years post high school)
The Prayer Partner Ministry kicked off last month. If you are a teen, child in elementary school, or a
young adult, and you would like a prayer partner for the school year, please speak with Serena. If
you are an adult and you are open to being a mentor to a young person through prayer, please ask
Serena for more information on the prayer partner ministry at Grace!
Serena Pace, DMin, DCE
Family Life & Student Minister
space@grace.lc
817-274-1626, X 114
We can always use a few good volunteers to help
with the Nursery during our Sunday Worship
Services! If you love the little children, don’t
hesitate to sign up on the sheet on the
communication board!
Speaking of signing up?
THE 2014 ALTAR FLOWER SIGN UP SHEET
Do you have someone that you would like to honor or remember by
placing flowers on the Altar? We have several blank spaces in October
and the first week of November. Please note that if there are no flowers
on the altar it is because no one signed up and paid to have them placed
on the altar in honor or in remembrance of a loved one.
We hope you’ll plan to attend the GRACIAS CHRISTMAS CANTATA 2014 US Tour this year
presented by the Gracias Choir! It’s FREE** October 4th 7:00PM at UTA. Don’t miss this wonderfully exceptional performance hosted by the International Youth Fellowship!
Presented by the IFUSA.org
(**admission by ticket only).
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Grace Lutheran Church
proudly celebrates
Arlington’s National Night Out 2014!
Join us on Tuesday, October 7th
5:30 to 7:30 PM
Join us as we jump in one of
THREE BOUNCE HOUSES
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ZUMBA Demonstrations
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See Police and Fire Department
personnel in various demonstrations
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And welcome City Dignitaries
who may appear!
The Arlington Police Department invites you to participate in the 31st annual National Night Out
(NNO) crime, drug, and violence prevention program sponsored by the National Association of Town
Watch (NATW). The event will be held on the evening of Tuesday, October 7, 2014 and is expected
to involve hundreds of Arlington residents and millions across the country.
The purpose of National Night Out is to build strong partnerships between the police and
communities and to promote crime awareness programs such as Neighborhood Community Watch
groups. According to NATW, last year’s event was the largest ever that involved 37 million people in
15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide.
On October 7th, residents are encouraged to turn on their porch lights and gather with their
neighbors to show unity against criminal activity. Registered communities may be visited by public
service personnel such as those from police, fire, and emergency medical services.
Did you know the City of Arlington has participated in National Night Out for over 20 years? This
past year, the City of Arlington ranked 5th among the largest cities in the nation. Without your help,
NNO would not be possible. Join us for the evening!
Hot dogs!! (Chips & water too!)
+ Zumba!!
= FUN!
+ Bounce houses!!
Be there . . .
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WE HAVE A NEW PHONE SYSTEM! Please note our new extensions which are available!
Phone calls received between 6 PM to 7 AM will automatically go into a general mailbox
where you will have the option to select a specific extension. Any calls in the general
mailbox will be returned as soon as possible.
Rev. Dr. Russell C. Hildebrandt, Senior Pastor
817.274.1626 X103 - office
817.475.8853 - cell
rhildebrandt@grace.lc
Rev. Dr. David B. Joeckel, Pastor Emeritus
817.265.6146 - home
817.688.0454 - cell
djoeckel@grace.lc
Dr. Serena Pace, DCE (Family & Student Minister)
817.274.1626 X114
space@grace.lc
Lou Anne Hoffman (Church Office Manager)
817.274.1626 X100
churchoffice@grace.lc
Darla Creel (Church Office Assistant)
817.274.1626 X101
dcreel@grace.lc
Debbie Hall (Publications Editor)
817.274.1626 X102
dhall@grace.lc
Sharon Folks (Business Manager)
817.274.1626 X104
sfolks@grace.lc
Steve Stigler (Dir. of School Ministries)
817.274.1654
sstigler@grace.lc
Elizabeth Ott (School Business Manager)
817.275.5131 X106
eott@grace.lc
Sherry Burgdorf (Dir. of Preschool Ministries)
817.275.5131 X107
sburgdorf@grace.lc
Mark Oxner (Media Room)
817.274.1626 X110
moxner@grace.lc
Josh Smith (Media Room)
817.274.1626 X110
jsmith@grace.lc
Scott Cunningham (Facilities Manager)
817.274.1626 X112
scunningham@grace.lc
Micah Raebel (Dir. of Music & Worship Arts)
817.274.1626 X115
mraebel@grace.lc
We are located at:
210 W. Park Row, Arlington, TX. 76010
Hours of operation:
Monday-Thursday 9 AM to 5:00 PM
Phone:
817.274.1626
Fax:
817.861.0193
Website:
www.glcsonline.org or www.grace.lc
Church Email:
Churchoffice@grace.lc
Newsletter Publications:
gracelutheranpublications@gmail.com
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH ELDERS AND THEIR ASSIGNED MEMBERS
Eric Rathjen
A-B
Greg Roe
I-L
DelRay Alberts
S
Hank Jacobs
C-E
Mike Curtis M-O
Gary Folks
T-Z
Jim Schmidt
F-H
Stan Taber P-R
Head Elder
Joe Masterson
The Grace Newsletter is printed monthly. Articles are welcome to be published if submitted
by the15th of each month no later than 5:00 PM. Articles concerning our congregation may be
emailed to the publications address above or written/typed and brought to the Church Office.
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10/4
10/5
10/7
10/8
10/10
10/15
10/16
10/17
10/19
10/27
10/27
10/28
Karl & Judy DeRooy
Norman & Nancy Grieser
Russell & Deborah Hildebrandt
Hank & Maryann Jacobs
Martin & Lucille Schlotte
Kevin & Elise Morris
Richard & Barrie Hill
Wayne & Ginny Hankins
Jorge Hernandez & Imelda Rodriguez
James & Dana Huyck
Mark & Carol Halverson
Miguel & Dawn SepuIveda
HONORING OUR HOMEBOUND!
Emma Colburn
1712 Glynn Oaks
Arlington, TX 76010
Terry Coomes
1115 San Juan Ct.
Arlington, TX 76012
10/1 Norman Grieser
10/1 Steve Alloy
10/2 Vickie Rosentreter
10/2 Frank Vance
10/3 Kay Scarborough
10/3 Stephen Karaganis
10/3 Charles Davies
10/3 Emma Rose Woodley
10/4 Ruth Currie
10/4 Humair Inayat
10/6 Moira Meyer
10/6 Jorge A Hernandez
10/7 Janice Richmond
10/8 Donna Hertel
10/8 Patty Smith
10/8 Mike Pace
10/9 Jack Crutchfield
10/9 Anna Jessup
10/9 Bethany Whalen
10/9 Madeline Quinn
10/10 Elizabeth Ott
10/10 Samantha Roepke
10/10 Michelle Roepke
10/11 Penny Quinn
10/11 Joel Peterson
10/12 Jean Muelschen
10/13 Cheryl Westbrook
10/13 Nick Agorichas
10/14 Julie Palermo
10/14 Jonathan McIntosh
10/15 Donald Alloy
10/15 Barbara Koehn
10/16 Jeanne Crow
10/18 Zeke Ali
10/19 Austin Taylor
10/20 Paula Crossman
10/20 Karen Arrington
10/20 Nancy McCormick
10/21 Susan Jones
10/22 Steve Stigler
10/22 Brittany McPartlin
10/22 Blayne Burgess
10/23 Judy Livesay
10/23 Van Alec Nieves
10/24 Debra Rohlfing
10/24 Michael Schmidt
10/25 Kevin Hintze
10/26 John Peery
10/29 David Joeckel
10/30 David Taylor
10/31 Mildred Anderson
(VISITING, PHONING OR SENDING CARDS)
817-275-3703
Marshall & Gladys Moran
1406 Montclair
Arlington, TX. 76015
817-277-4047
Shirley Palmer
810 Harmon Terrace
Arlington, TX. 76010
817-275-4724
Al & Joyce Schultz
2029 Woodhaven Dr.
Arlington, TX. 76010
817-797-8083
817-733-6713
Marilyn Singer
2006 Iron Horse Ct.
Arlington 76017
817-465-3205
817-477-9606
Joshua Smith
2609 Chatham Ct.
Grand Prairie, TX. 75052
817-917-9423
817-560-3332
Nancy Turnbough
Grand Prairie Healthcare Center, 820 Small St.
817-307-5904
Grand Prairie, TX. 75050
Dottie Engel
2500 Woodside Dr. Apt 1304
Arlington 76016
Sherri Sterling
2808 Claremont Drive
Mansfield, TX 76063
Billie Froehlich
419 Coker Valley
Kennedale, TX 76060
Arnold Petsche
704 Santo Cova Ct.
Ft. Worth 76126
James & Gladys Golden
Castle Rock Assisted Living, 5519 S Collins
#104, Arlington, TX 76018
817-999-6618
Linda Rawe
Horizon Bay, 2500 Woodside Dr, #1112
Arlington, TX. 76016
817-451-1127
Eileen Watkins
1413 Porto Bello Ct.
Arlington, TX. 76012
Barbara Hibbard
Waterford Apt. #209, 2650 W Park Row Dr,
Arlington Park in front circle
817-275-0311
Dugan Satre
2711 Oak Cliff Ln.
Arlington 76012
817-461-4940
Vivian Webb
1508 Park Ridge Terrace, Arlington 76012
817-275-6369
Sylvia Irwin
727 Brentford Place, #102
Arlington, TX. 76006
Jo & Lew Schmidt
2915 S Fielder
Arlington, TX. 76015
817-375-0585
Judy Wendland
Heritage Oaks, 1112 Gibbins Rd, Rm 613,
Arlington, TX. 76011
817-274-2584
682-478-7670
817-469-6507
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Sunday
10/5
8:30a & 11:00a Worship
Childcare - both services
9:45a Adult Bible Studies
9:45a KPH/Preteen S.S.
9:45a Lifegroup Conf. Study
9:45a Sr. High Bible Study
6:30p Alloy Small Group
Circuit Forum @ Faith Lutheran
Church, Grand Prairie
10/12
8:30a & 11:00a Worship
Childcare - both services
9:45a Adult Bible Studies
9:45a KPH/Preteen S.S.
9:45a Lifegroup Conf. Study
9:45a Sr. High Bible Study
10/19
8:30a & 11:00a Worship
CHURCH & SCHOOL
WORKER APPRECIATION DAY
Childcare - both services
9:45a Adult Bible Studies
9:45a KPH/Preteen S.S.
9:45a Lifegroup Conf. Study
9:45a Sr. High Bible Study
10/26
8:30a & 11:00a Worship
REFORMATION SUNDAY
Childcare - both services
9:45a Adult Bible Studies
9:45a KPH/Preteen S.S.
9:45a Lifegroup Conf. Study
9:45a Sr. High Bible Study
POTLUCK after 11:00 service
THE BOOK FAIR ENDS TODAY
Monday
10/6
9:30a Ladies LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Evening LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Brews & Bibles
COLUMBUS DAY
10/13
9:30a Ladies LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Evening LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Brews & Bibles
Church Office
and School
Closed
10/20
9:30a Ladies LifeLight
Bible Study
6:30p British Club
7:00p Evening LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Brews & Bibles
10/27
9:30a Ladies LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Evening LifeLight
Bible Study
7:00p Brews & Bibles
Tuesday
10/7
6:00p Zumba!
6:30p Grace Fellowship Ministry
7:00p PAP
7:00p Blessings Group
7:30p Men’s Basketball
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
5:30 to 7:30 PM
Thursday
10/3
Church Office CLOSED
5:30p AAU Basketball
7:00p WOW Small Group
7:00p Mama’s and Papa’s
10/4
9:00a AAU Basketball
9:00a Altar Guild
9:15a Piecemakers
Saturday
Wednesday
10/2
9:00a Braille Alpha
6:30p Praise Team
7:00p Braille Thumbprint
10/11
9:00a AAU Basketball
9:00a Altar Guild
9:15a Piecemakers
Friday
10/1
6:00p PTL
6:00p Wednesday Night Dinner
6:30p SOS Ministry
6:30p Joybells
7:00p Legacy Journey
7:30p Sanctuary Choir
10/10
Church Office CLOSED
5:30p AAU Basketball
7:00p B2 (B Square) Grp
7:30p Empty Nesters
Pine Cove Retreat!
Alternate date!
October 17 - 19
10/24
Church Office CLOSED
5:30p AAU Basketball
7:00p B2 (B Square) Grp
7:30p Empty Nesters
BOOK FAIR
10/31
Church Office CLOSED
5:30p AAU Basketball
BOOK FAIR
10/25
9:00a AAU Basketball
9:15a Piecemakers
10/18
9:00a AAU Basketball
9:00a Altar Guild
9:15a Piecemakers
Recess Retreat!
Mt Lebanon Camp
Cedar Hill, TX
October 11-12
10/9
12:00p 55 +
6:30p Praise Team
7:00p Hankins Group
10/16
6:30p Praise Team
7:00p Board of Elders
10/23
6:30p Praise Team
7:00p Hankins Group
BOOK FAIR
10/30
6:30p Praise Team
10/17
Church Office CLOSED
5:30p AAU Basketball
6:00p Braille WWFF
7:00p Mama’s and Papa’s
10/8
6:00p Wednesday Night Dinner
6:30p SOS Ministry
6:30p Joybells
6:30p Stephen Ministry
7:00p Legacy Journey
7:30p Sanctuary Choir
10/15
6:00p Wednesday Night Dinner
6:30p SOS Ministry
6:30p Joybells
7:00p Legacy Journey
7:30p Sanctuary Choir
10/22
6:00p Wednesday Night Dinner
6:30p SOS Ministry
6:30p Stephen Ministry
6:30p Joybells
7:00p Hertel TCL Couples
7:00p Legacy Journey
7:30p Sanctuary Choir
10/14
1:00p After Lunch Brunch
6:00p Zumba!
7:00p BOD meeting
7:30p Men’s Basketball
10/21
1:00p Young Sr Braille
6:00p Zumba!
7:00p Cross Training Coffee Club
7:00p Blessings Group
7:30p Men’s Basketball
10/29
6:00p Wednesday Night Dinner
6:30p SOS Ministry
6:30p Joybells
7:00p Hertel TCL Couples
7:00p Legacy Journey
7:30p Sanctuary Choir
Newsletter
Deadline Today
10/28
6:00p Zumba!
7:30p Men’s Basketball
Joining Jesus On His Mission
At Our Savior, Irving TX
BOOK FAIR
Joining Jesus On His Mission
at Our Savior, Irving TX
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