Weekly Announcements of Grace Lutheran Church
A warm welcome to every one of you in Jesus’ name!
Visitors, please sign our guest book, giving your full address.
May the good news of God’s love fill your life with light and
peace and joy!
Grace Lutheran Church and Preschool
1407 W. 5th Street
Storm Lake, Iowa 50588
Office: 732-5005; email: [email protected]
website: www.gracestormlake.org
Pastor Bradley W. Ketcham, 515-205-3845
Pastor Pedro Lopez, Hispanic Pastor, 571-606-7600
IN OUR PRAYERS THIS WEEK
++ Save, O Lord, all those who have none to pray for them, save, too, all those who will not pray
++ For Butch Ivers, Fernando Lopez (Pastor Lopez’s brother), Judy Ketcham
++ For the family of Steve Hoffman who passed away this week.
++ For the catechumens starting classes this week: Aliyah, Kolten, Jaxson, Ellie, Nora, Emme, Micah, and Chase
++ For the work of Christ in the Hispanic community
++ For those who faithfully serve in all branches of the military and law enforcement
++ For those who are unchurched or lost in the darkness of unbelief
++ For Rev. Charles and Cheryl Ferry/Romania
++ For those celebrating birthdays this week at Grace:
Kim Schimmer, Cassidy Boom
THIS WEEK AT GRACE – November 15th – 22nd, 2026
SUNDAY – 9 AM, Divine Worship/Holy Communion
10:15 AM, Sunday School/Bible Class
TUESDAY – 5:30 PM, Deborah Circle
WEDNESDAY – 9 AM, Ladies Bible Study
5:30 PM, Midweek
THURSDAY – 10 AM, Methodist Manor
5:30 PM, Elder’s Meeting
SATURDAY – 5 PM, Divine Worship
SUNDAY – 9 AM, Divine Worship
10:15 AM, Sunday School/Bible Class
Advent Services this year will be shared between St. John, SL, Zion, SL, and Grace, SL. Details to be announced soon.
CIRCLES OF GRACE BAKE SALE – The Circles of Grace are hosting a Pre-Christmas Bake and Candy Sale on December 12th and 13th. All members of Grace are invited to bring items. The cookies will be placed on trays to mix and match for a variety and will be sold by the dozen. We ask that the candies, breads, muffins, cakes, and cupcakes be pre-marked. Please bring items in either Friday morning or someone will be here Saturday morning and before service Saturday night and put in the conference room by the office. Items will be sold after Saturday night and Sunday morning services. The proceeds will go towards our annual donations to The Lutheran Hour, Good Shepherd Hour and other agencies. Any questions call Myrna at 291-0362.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR – The Grace Circles Christmas Party will be December 8th, 5:30 PM, at Malarky’s.
All ladies are invited to attend.
POINSETTIA’S FOR AROUND THE ALTAR THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON – If you would like to purchase a living poinsettia to be displayed around the altar, order forms are available on the table in the Narthex. Each 8″ plant is $25. Orders are due by December 13th. Please make checks out to Grace Lutheran Church. Poinsettias may be picked up following the Christmas Day worship service.
PRESCHOOL ANGEL PROGRAM – Grace Lutheran Preschool is in need of one more angel for a child attending the preschool. The angel’s part is $25 a month ($225 for the year). The family pays the rest. Please call Anne at 712-730-2590 if you would be able to help this family. Thank you.
THE GOOD SHEPHERD HOUR – The Good Shepherd Hour has been broadcasting the Word of God throughout Northwest Iowa and beyond for over 70 years! If you wish to support this ministry there are forms on the table in the Narthex that can be filled out and sent in.
SAVING HY-VEE RECEIPTS – Once again Storm Lake Hy-Vee receipts can be saved and given to the Preschool as a fund raiser. They must be dated between October 1, 2026 and May 1, 2026. There is a collection box in the card room and under the calendar by the Preschool room. Monies raised are used for supplies and equipment.
PANCAKE SUPPER – St. John Lutheran Church (402 Lake Ave) in Storm Lake will host its annual Pancake Supper on Sunday, November 15th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Tickets are $6.00 and can be purchased in advance at the church office or at the door that evening (Kids 5 and under are free). As always, the menu will include our delicious pancakes, sausages, applesauce, and beverages. Proceeds will be given to the Swaddling Clothes program at St. John. Thank you for supporting our Pancake Supper and the Swaddling Clothes program!
ACH FORMS – ACH forms are available on the table in the Narthex if you are interested in having your offering automatically withdrawn from your account weekly or on the 1st Monday of the month. You can put your completed form in the church mailbox of Sandy Martin or Loren Pearson and contact us for any questions. Thank you!
Iowa Lutheran School Tuition Organization: If you are 70½ or older, you can give from your IRA to the Iowa Lutheran School Tuition Organization (ILSTO) through a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). A QCD can count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), and the amount you give is not included in your taxable income. It is a simple way to support Iowa Lutheran school families while lowering your tax bill. NEW: Try our donation calculators to see how you can maximize your gift and tax benefits at iowalutheransto.com. Your gift to ILSTO earns you a 75% Iowa tax credit. To count for 2026, the distribution must be completed by December 31, so please contact your IRA custodian soon.