Friends, I am grateful for the love and support that flows through and out of this congregation always, but I want to say something about 2024 with a few weeks of distance from it: you outdid yourselves. Our worship attendance and giving grew significantly year over year from 2023, but that’s not even the heart of what I’m talking about. Grace Lutheran Church has reflected God’s love into this community, and this community is beginning to really take notice. Every single week, I meet and hear from people who are coming through our doors because they were looking for a place that was warm and accepting and alive, joyous and gracious and kind… and, they heard that Grace was those things.
The reason that they hear that… is because they hear about what you are doing and being.
The reason that they come back again… is because they see it for themselves.
Do not think that you are laboring in vain, if that ever crosses your mind. People are noticing, and they want to be a part of what you are doing. I am so grateful for you. The community around us is too.
Jesus once went to a wedding… but that’s not what’s important, really. What’s important is that when he got there, he brought joy along with him.
Let’s talk about it. We can’t wait to see you!
God’s grace and peace,
Pastor Matt
- This Sunday, January 19th we welcome the drama players from Carroll Lutheran School who will bring a fun and faith-filled message to our 11 AM service. Come and hear the joy of the Lord from the CLS kids!