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Our mission at Grace Lutheran Church and School is to bring
in, build up, and send out disciples for Jesus Christ. Our school prepares children for a life of discipleship by helping them to grow in faith, knowledge, and character.
March 5, 2010
Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart
Week of March 7-13
Sunday Church services, 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
5-6 Boys Walther Tournament continues
7-8 Boys State Tournament continues
Monday Achievement Tests all week
5-6 Basketball practice, boys 3-4:45 p.m., girls 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 5-6 Girls Basketball home game vs. St. Luke, Itasca
Wednesday 5-6 Basketball practice, boys 3-4:45 p.m., girls 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Lenten services 10:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Lenten supper 6:30 p.m.
3-4 grade choir at evening service
Thursday Scrip Sales 8-8:30 a.m.
5-6 Girls Basketball practice, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Friday Scrip Sales 8-8:30 a.m.
5-6 Girls Basketball home game vs. Trinity Lutheran, Lombard
Saturday 5-6 Girls Basketball Tournament, Walther Lutheran High School,
900 Chicago Ave. Melrose Park, 1st game 11:00 a.m.
Achievement Tests start Monday, March 8- Achievement tests will start next week in grades 2-8. A good night's sleep, a good breakfast, and an extra encouraging hug go a long way toward success.
Open Enrollment for next year has started. If you know of someone who may be interested in Grace School, please have them contact the school office for more information. If you have not returned your enrollment form, please do so as soon as possible.
Mothers & Daughters-Let's go bowling!! Please join other Grace School Mothers & Daughters for our 1st Bowling event on March 31st at 6:30 p.m. at Mont Clare Bowling Lanes. Look for an invitation in Tuesday folders.
Give your child a gift they will never forget. Place an ad just for them in the Grace Lutheran School 2010 Yearbook! Post a fun picture of your student, some of their art work, or a special note in this keepsake book your child will treasure for years to come. What a fantastic way to congratulate your graduate! You can also thank a teacher or show support for your favorite Grace Lutheran team, club or organization.
It's easy to do! Simply design your ad and forward it to us in hard copy or digital form. If you need help, give us a rough idea of a desired layout and we will put it together for you. Space is limited so send your request in soon. Deadline is March 31st, 2010. Ad requests are on the website at http://graceriverforest.org/files/Yearbook_Ads_2010.pdf
Health Kits for Haiti
and Chile
The Social Ministry Committee is collecting health kit supplies for Lutheran
World Relief (LWR) to send to Haiti
and Chile.
Lutheran World Relief works with local organizations to provide food, water,
temporary shelter, and sanitation, as well as to address long-term needs such
as restoring local economies, rebuilding infrastructure, getting people back to
work, and providing for health and sanitation. You can help by bringing any of
the following items to the Grace atrium between now and Palm Sunday (March 28):
* One hand towel, dark color recommended
* One washcloth, dark color recommended
* One bath-sized bar (4-5 oz.) of soap, any brand, in its original wrapping
* One adult-size toothbrush in its original packaging
* One sturdy comb, remove packaging
* One metal nail file or nail clippers with file attached, remove packaging (do
not substitute cardboard emery boards for the file)
* Six Band-Aids (or similar brand) preferably 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide, secured
with a rubber band
Each health kit requires one of each item. LWR turns ordinary items into
tangible symbols of love for people. People who flee their homes quickly
do not have time to pack essential items. Health kits can help refugees
maintain personal hygiene or contribute to a new start for those who can return
home.
Help for Local Haitian Refugees
A local Haitian family recently took in two additional family members from
Port-
Au-Prince (a mother
and her seven-month-old son) whose home was destroyed in the
January earthquake. If you wish to help this family meet increased household expenses
(groceries, diapers, etc.), please consider donating Dominick's,
Jewel, or Wal-Mart gift cards (they hope to purchase an Aerobed). If
purchased through Grace's Scrip program, a portion of the proceeds will
also support Grace
School. Gift cards can
be ordered and/or purchased from Steve Bogdan and then left with
the receptionist at Grace's front desk. Steve will be available Thursday
mornings during school drop-off, and between services on March 14.
Questions? Call or e-mail Karin Danganan at kdanganan@sbcglobal.net or
708-488-0208.
It's "cookie time!"- The Girl Scout Troops at Grace Lutheran School are selling cookies on the following Sunday mornings: March 7 and 14. Please support our troops by buying everyone's favorite Girl Scout Cookie!
Sunday School and Confirmation
3 & 4 year olds through 4th grade: Classroom and rotation activities
5th grade: First Communion Preparation
6th grade: The Return
7th grade: The Crucifixion
8th grade: Word with Water
Adult Education at 9:50
Prophets of the Rebuilding: The Joy of Zion, Zechariah 2, in Conference Room A.
Hope for People at Risk: Obesity, MaryBeth Buschmann, in the 7th grade classroom.
CAFÉ - Who's Who in the Bible: The Patriarchs, Susie Calhoun and Margaret Kruse
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