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Quick Links, immediately below, is a new feature of eNews where we gather all the links to events, registrations, prayer focus, and anything other major items from this week into one location so you can quickly get to them. At the end of Quick Links we list other items that appear in this eNews. You can read more about all of them below that.
Quick Links
April 17, 2026
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Sunday Worship
Aaron preaching on the Resurrection from I Peter 1:13-21
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Kingdom Conversations
THIS Sunday, April 19 @ 6:30 PM
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Men's Breakfast
Sat. April 26 @ 8 am
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Ladies Tea
Sat. April 26 @ 1 PM
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Ministry Training Day
Sat. May 2 from 9 AM - 3 PM
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Young at Heart at Joshua
Tue. June 9 (Register by April 30)
Other News (read more below)
- BFC Events ~ Livestream BFC Conference
- Lift Update ~ Passes Inspection, Open to use!
Sunday Worship
THIS SUNDAY, April 19, 2026, 10:00 AM
Sermon: Pastor Aaron, looking at application of the resurrection from 1 Peter 1:13-21
After Worship: Join us in the Gym for coffee and snacks
In the Gym Today: Information and sign-ups for missions conference events including Men's Breakfast, Ladies Tea, and Ministry Training Day
Online: Order of Worship Here, Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship playlist on Spotify
Kingdom Conversations
THIS SUNDAY April 19, 2026, 6:30 PM
Our second installment of Kingdom Conversations will take place Sunday, April 19th, from 6:30-8:00 PM. We'll be exploring the concept in the New Testament of Jesus as the true Israel, the One who rebuilds and restores Israel's long awaited Kingdom, and the One through whom ALL of Israel's promises find their yes and amen. From there we'll open up some discussion. All are welcome. Childcare not yet provided. Contact: Pastor Aaron
God's People on Mission Together
Missions Conference ~ April 25 - May 17
Join us as we consider what it is to be on mission together in our local church and community. Each week will feature testimonies from a different ministry as well as sermons focused on the theme. Below are three special events coming up in the next 2 weeks, you can register for each below, in Church Center, or in the Lobby or Gym.
Men's Breakfast
Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM
Missions Conference Event: Men's Breakfast
Saturday April 25 from 8am - 10am in the Fireplace Room
Featured Speaker: Testimony from Avdi and Christina, developing global initiatives to equip churches and nonprofit projects around the world to better understand God’s heart for individuals with disabilities.
In 2025, Christina authored Seeing Disabilities through God’s Eyes, now available in six languages, bringing together biblical perspective and practical insight, shaped by her degrees in Bible Education and Special Education and her personal experience growing up with a brother with profound autism.
Ladies Tea
Apr 25, 2026, 1:00 PM
Missions Conference Event: Women's Tea
Saturday April 25 from 1-3 pm in the Fireplace Room
** Please Bring Your Favorite Tea Cup **
Featured Speaker: Testimony from Avdi and Christina, developing global initiatives to equip churches and nonprofit projects around the world to better understand God’s heart for individuals with disabilities.
In 2025, Christina authored Seeing Disabilities through God’s Eyes, now available in six languages, bringing together biblical perspective and practical insight, shaped by her degrees in Bible Education and Special Education and her personal experience growing up with a brother with profound autism.
God's People
Next Sunday, Apr 26, 2026, 10 AM Worship
Testimony: Image Bearers, Grace's ministry with and to those with physical and intellectual challenges
Featured Speaker: Pastor Mark, looking at Psalm 139:1-13 as well as Ephesians 2:10
Local Partners Ministry Fair
Next Sunday, Apr 26, 2026, After Worship
Ministry Fair: see displays from various Grace outreach and support ministries and from our Local Ministry Partners. In the Gym after worship. Coffee and refreshments.
Children: Children will be in the Fireplace room instead of the Gym for this Sunday. Snacks and activities provided.
Ministry Training Day
May 2, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Ministry Training for our new Image Bearer's ministry with and to those with physical and intellectual challenges.
ALL teens and adults welcome! No experience required, and no commitments to ministry, just a fun day together learning how to be a friend and minister with and to those with special needs. (there is no childcare provided)
Featured Speaker: Beth Wiegand, Grace Missionary and the director of Camp Promise Ministries in Montana, will be our primary trainer.
Key Seminar Topics
- Special Needs and the Church
- The Gospel and Discipleship for those with Intellectual Challenges
- Leading Ministry with and to those with physical and intellectual disabilities
- also time for Planning and Prayer
Young at Heart - Trip to see Joshua
Jun 9, 2026, 8:30 AM
Event sponsored by Young at Heart but open to all. 20 Seats reserved for Joshua on Tuesday June 9. $100 includes Sight and Sound 11am performance and lunch at Shady Maple. Tickets must be reserved by April 30. Register below or contact Pastor Mark.
PRAISE GOD!
The Lift Passed Inspection and is ready for use!
Important Note: Currently, only trained Deacons, Greeters and Staff are allowed to operate the lift. If you think you may have need of it at a time they are not available, please see Pastor Mark or Carl Schaaf for training. Absolutely no kids or teens without parents present. Be patient, we may occasionally need to use the old chair lift in the next few weeks as we iron out any kinks.
Prayer Focus and Snapshots of Grace will return Next Week
Also available as Markdown.