Groups to join and support
Grace Lutheran Church offers its members many opportunities to enjoy fellowship with other members.

Youth Ministry
Our Mission: "To inspire our youth to grow in their faith, serve others, and share the Good News of Jesus Christ."
We are always looking for new leaders who would like to share their time and talents.

Altar Guild
Altar Guild works behind the scenes to get the altar prepared for worship. This includes setting up for and housekeeping up after communion as well as changing the paraments based on the season and general housekeeping responsibilities. Volunteers are assigned to 2 months in the year, so the time commitment is generally 2 week-ends per year.

Bible Studies
(See Education Page)
Sundays at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesdays at 6:45 a.m.

Bible Survey
(See Education Page)
Mondays at 7:00 p.m. or Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.

Church Council Committees

Circles
The church women at Grace are organized into small (12-15 women) groups called “circles,” which further allow and equip women to do ministry projects, to grow spiritually,
and to study scripture. The monthly meeting times (usually
the third Thursday of each month) are arranged to meet the schedules and needs of mothers, employed women, retires
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Men’s Bowling
The men’s bowling team begins it's season in late August, playing every Monday evening at 6:45 p.m. at Willowbrook Lanes. Call Dave Johnson (354-2331) for more information and to sign up.

Music Ministry
Sanctuary Choir rehearses under the able direction of Kurt Amolsch on Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m., September through May. The group sings in worship weekly, alternating between the 8:45 and 11:00 a.m. services. Sanctuary Choir Sample Anthem mp3 file

Gaudeamus Ringers (handbell choir) rehearses on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., led by Janet Kings. Open to high school through adult ringers, the group participates as a whole in worship monthly and also provides enhancements to hymn and Psalm-singing which involve a few of the ringers. Gaudeamus Ringers Sample mp3 file

Grace-ettes (women’s choir) directed by Janet Kings, meets on Tuesday mornings at 9:15 a.m. This lovely and talented group of ladies sings monthly in worship and visits local nursing homes once a month to provide a musical program and chat with the residents. This ministry truly is a blessing to those who are being served and also to those who serve. Grace-ettes Carol of the Children Sample mp3 file

Instrumental and vocal soloists and ensembles of all ages enhance worship on a regular basis, coordinated by Janet Kings. Strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, accompanists, singers and more are welcome.

Youth Music is now part of the Worship Skills segment of our Wednesday LOGOS Ministry. Youth in grades K-2 (Cherub Choir) will continue their winning tradition of fun musical learning, focusing on the seasons of the church year beginning in late September. They will be worship leaders regularly at 8:45 or 11:00 a.m. worship. Those in grades 3-6 explore worship leadership through a variety of means: drumming and percussion, handbells, singing, drama, and much more, led by Janet Kings and a team of volunteers. While you don’t have to register for LOGOS to participate in youth music, you’ll find that you do want to get in on all the LOGOS fun.
Cherub Choir Sample "Light One Candle" mp3 file.
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Grace Music Ministry in Bethlehem - via YouTube
Choir and Bells
Choir and Violin
Instrumental

Older Adults
The older adult program is a vital part of life at Grace. The program works with our older adult population in the areas of spiritual life, worship, recreation, health needs and transportation. top of page

Prayer Ministries
Grace Church has many prayer ministries that uplift members, friends, and other ministries in prayer. There are persons who are part of an email prayer ministry. They receive prayer requests over the internet in a timely manner. There are persons who pray weekly in our chapel for those listed on our prayer sheet and for congregational programs. There are members of our prayer shawl ministry who pray as they make the shawls that are then given to those who are sick or in distress
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Prayer Shawl Knitting Group
This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. Shawls and other projects are crocheted and knitted. Bring your own project or choose from yarns and instructions on hand. Beginners are welcome.
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Retired Old Men Eating Out (ROMEO)
On the first Thursday of each month, the Retired Men of Grace meet for 11:30 lunch (Dutch treat) at a restaurant. Lively conversation and camaraderie helps to build a sense
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Stephen Ministries
There are times when each of us needs the care of another person. Stephen Ministry is a program that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our congregation, and in our community. Click Here to Visit the Stephen Ministry page. top of page

Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a wonderful exercise to build inner core strength, which contributes to overall balance, flexibility, posture and limb control. It is a great exercise if you have arthritis. Frank Wills, a certified Tai Chi instructor, leads the class. Thursday's at 8:00 a.m.
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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
TOPS (taking off pounds sensibly) is a self-help group designed for everyone aged 16+ in the community. It is sponsored by one of our members and supported with a physician consultant. There is an annual nominal entry fee. Each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. the participants “weigh-in” and have a brief message and/or conversation on one’s progress. Allow 30 minutes for this experience. top of page

WELCA (Women of the ELCA)
The purpose of Women of the ELCA is stated: As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts, support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world. The group meets on a quarterly basis with a wide variety of programs and projects. top of page

YFG (Young Families of Grace)
YFG has been created in order to form a connectedness among parents of young children at Grace. The slogan of YFG is “Enjoy your Peers, Be Supported, Stay Rooted in Faith”. Raising children while nurturing your marriage and other relationships are tough tasks. With YFG, parents have a base of support and fellowship from a community of other Christian parents. Opportunities for fellowship are available through Sunday morning YFG “Mixers” occurring on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month during the 10:00 Sunday School hour. YFG also organizes Moms' and Dads' Nights Out, as well as Family Events that promote the spirit of giving in our community and togetherness as a church family. YFG's online connection with parents includes a Facebook page and a monthly E-Newsletter full of resources and events. Email YFG anytime at yfg@att.net. Please join in a Sunday morning YFG Mixer - you are always welcome into the YFG family. Click Here to Visit the YFG page.

Groups to join and support Grace Lutheran Church offers its members many opportunities to enjoy fellowship with other members.

Groups to join and support
Grace Lutheran Church offers its members many opportunities to enjoy fellowship with other members.