[Sunday]Being - Red Letter Challenge

Action Item:
Whatever God starts He finishes. You may start some things and not finish. But what God starts He finishes!

Red Letter Challenge
Together Groups

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[Sunday]Beginning Together - Red Letter Challenge

Action Item:
Invite Jesus and others into your Red Letter Challenge experience. To put Christ's words into practice, you need the strength from Jesus and the support from others.

Red Letter Challenge
Together Groups

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John (Jack) Behrens Memorial

Memorial Service
Saturday August 14th 2pm
Grace Lutheran PSL 555 SW Cashmere Blvd.
Port St Lucie, FL 32986

John C. "Jack" Behrens Dedicated Member of His Communities
PORT ST. LUCIE - John C. "Jack" Behrens, of Port Saint Lucie, FL, a former Lancaster, OH native who later lived in Clinton, NY, for 51 years, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at his Florida residence. He was 88.
Over his lifetime, Jack wrote 24 books and more than 25,000 articles, columns and essays. He served as contributing editor to many weekly publications and was proud of his work for advancing literacy.
He spent 20 years serving as business editor for Elks Magazine and direct mail editor of American Printer while teaching at Marshall University and Utica College. He continued writing while fighting Parkinson's Disease in his final years. His last book was a look back over his 66 years of interviews, research and reporting (Recollections of a Journalist, Outskirts Press, 2018).
Jack taught for 40 years before retiring in 1997. He taught American History and Journalism at Ohio Wesleyan University, the University of Maryland/USAF Institute and Marshall University. At Utica College, he achieved the rank of Professor of Journalism and Public Relations.
Throughout his career, he received several presidential citations from College Media Advisers, Inc., most notably as Director of the Student Press in America Archives. With the assistance of UC librarians, he collected, summarized and made available to researchers worldwide the records on every challenge and controversy related to the student press. For decades, he served as adviser to the Utica College student newspaper. During his tenure at UC, he became director of the Public Relations and Journalism programs, establishing prominent scholarships to benefit students. Twice elected to serve as chairman of the Raymond Simon Institute for Public Relations, Jack also had the honor of receiving the Outstanding Faculty Award from the UC Alumni Council.
Prior to his teaching career, Jack received his Bachelor's Degree from Bowling Green and his Master's from Penn State. He was drafted and sent to Korea (1956-58) assigned to the US Army 7th Infantry and then to work for the Pacific Stars & Stripes Daily in Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, Korea.
In addition to his love for writing and teaching, Jack also had immense appreciation for music. As a drummer, he played with various groups over the years, which ultimately led to his writing about those experiences with the many different Big Band and Jazz artists.
Jack was a dedicated member to his communities. He was a faithful follower of the Missouri Lutheran Synod in NY and the Grace Lutheran Church in FL. He served nearly 20 years as an elected trustee to the Village of Clinton, NY; was a valued member of the Authors Guild and of the Rotary Club of Utica, NY.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Dorothy Behrens; his former wife, Patricia (Beaty) Behrens; and brother-in-law James Hietikko.
He is survived by his loving wife, Gertrude Behrens; his sister, Beverly Hietikko; daughter, Cynthia Daugherty and her husband, Fred; son, Mark Behrens and wife, Nicole; his 'adopted' stepchildren, Joy Karnes Limoge and husband, Edmond; Robert Middlebrook; Richard Middlebrook and wife, Julie; David Middlebrook; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and cherished friends.
The family would like to express thanks and appreciation for all who provided support to Jack over the years.
Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery and a family Memorial Service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, Port St. Lucie, 555 SW Cashmere Blvd., on August 14, 2021 at 2 p.m. EST.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers a donation be made to the John C. Behrens Scholarship. To make a gift online (www.utica.edu/give) and/or mail a check to Utica College Advancement, 1600 Burrstone Rd., Utica, NY 13502

[Sunday] Peter - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week look for the way God is working through your weakness to bring goodness to the creation.

Questions for the Week

1. Senses can bring back memories.   Describe a time when smells or other senses brought back vivid memories in your life.

2. Read John 21:9-14.   What do you think this scene smelled like?   What memories might this bring back for Peter (See John 18:17-18)?

3. Read John 21:15-19.  What does Jesus do for Peter?  What does Jesus do for other ordinary sinners today?

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[Sunday] Paul- Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week look for places where some have made mistakes that affected you and forgive them.

Questions for the Week

1. What are you zealous for in your life?

2. Read Acts 8:1-3.  What is Paul zealous for?

3. How can being zealous make you miss Jesus?

4. Read Acts 9:1-9.  What do you think Paul realizes when he sees Jesus?

5. How does Jesus’ zeal for you change how you relate to others?

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[Sunday] Nehemiah - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week look for places where some have made mistakes that affected you and forgive them.

Questions for the Week

1. Describe a time when you expected something to be perfect but it ended up being a failure.

2. Read Nehemiah 13:23-31.   Even though Nehemiah has brought great reform, what do the people go back to in their behavior?  

3. Why do you think Nehemiah responds with such anger?

4. How can the last verse where Nehemiah says, “Remember me, O my God, for good,” be a good prayer for us and help us see Jesus better?

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[Sunday] David - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week look for places where some have made mistakes that affected you and forgive them.

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[Sunday] Saul - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week look for places where some have made mistakes that affected you and forgive them.

Questions for the Week

•  Share about a time when you or your neighbor thought you were right in a decision but actually were in the wrong. What effect did this have on those around you?

• Read 1 Samuel 15:1-9.  How did King Saul, not do what God had commanded?

• Read 1 Samuel 15: 10-15.  How does King Saul react, when God’s prophet Samuel, calls out what King Saul did wrong?   

• Read 1 Samuel 15:20-23. What does God require?  What are some ways you can better obey the voice of God?  

• How has Jesus obeyed the voice of His Father for you? What hope does this give you?

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[Sunday] Samson - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
Find a way to serve someone in humility this week.

Questions for the Week

• Retell what you know about the story of Samson.

• Read Judges 16:1-22.  Describe Samson’s selfishness. Where was he doing right in his own eyes?  

• Read Judges 16:23-31.   Where do you see Samson still showing selfishness?  How do you see the power of God despite Samon’s selfishness?

• Compare and contrast Samson to what you know about Jesus.

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[Sunday] Rahab- Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week, think about a time when there should have been curses but you saw blessings instead.

Questions for the Week

• Read Joshua chapter 2. What stands out to you about the story of Rahab?

• Read Joshua chapter 6. notice how the battle of Jericho is not really about fighting but trusting in God. How is this similar to Rahab?

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[Sunday] Moses - Ordinary Sinners

Action Item:
This week, think about a time when there should have been curses but you saw blessings instead.

Questions for the Week

• Retell the story about Moes in your own words.

• Read Numbers 20:1-13.  What instructions does God give to Moses?  What does Moses do that is wrong?

• Moses is an ordinary sinner, just like us. As you think about the Biblical narrative, where do you find hope?

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[Sunday] Noah - Ordinary Sinners

Questions for the Week

• What do you remember about the narrative about Noah in the Bible?

• Read Genesis 9:9:8-17. What promise does God make to Noah?  

• Read Genesis 9:18-29 This is a strange section. What does Noah’s response in vv. 18-24 show us about Noah? Is Noah without sin?   

• Read 1 Peter 3:18-22.  What aspects of the narrative about Noah does Peter highlight?  In your baptism, how has the story of Noah played out in your life?

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[Sunday] Adam & Eve - Ordinary Sinners

Questions for the Week

•  Retell the story of Adam and Eve from how you remember it.

• Read Genesis 2:4 - 3:21.  After re-reading about Adam and Eve, what is different from what you remember?

• Remembering that “man” means Adam in Hebrew, What other similarities do you have to Adam and Eve?

• Where do you see the promise and graciousness of God in how He works with Adam and Eve?   How does this point to Jesus?

  Action Item: Rather than blaming someone else, go outside in God’s creation and say a prayer of confession to God. Trust that, through Jesus, He has crushed that evil, forgiven you, and given you new life.

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[Sunday] Itching Ears - Entrusted

Questions for the Week

•  Who are your itching ears listening to that could lead you away from following Jesus?

• Read 2 Timothy 4:1-8.   What attributes does Paul encourage Timothy to have as he “preaches the word?”  What does it look like for you to share your faith with “patience and teaching?”

• How does knowing that “the crown of righteousness” in Jesus is laid up for you help you have perseverance in the faith?

  Action Item: When you are tempted to get frustrated with someone who believes differently than you, stop and listen. Be patient with them. Remember that Jesus has already won.

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Remembering Chuck Kamrath

Service

• Memorial Service

  • Saturday May 29th 11am

  • Grace Lutheran PSL

    • 555 SW Cashmere Blvd. Port St Lucie, FL 32986

  • Live Stream: https://youtu.be/d-dvNGHPrhE

Remembering Claude Hessee

Service and Visitations

• Visitation

  • Wednesday May 26 5-7pm

  • Haisley Funeral Home Ft. Peirce

    • 3015 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947

• Memorail Service

  • Thursday May 27th 11am

  • Grace Lutheran PSL

    • 555 SW Cashmere Blvd. Port St Lucie, FL 32986

  • Live Stream: https://youtu.be/pc1r2qDqIjc

• Graveside

  • Following Memorial Service

  • White City Cemetary

More Information Coming

[Sunday] Physically Empty - Entrusted

Questions for the Week

• Share a time when someone’s empty words hurt you.

• Read 2 Timothy 3:1-17.   What does Paul say about those people who use hurtful words?   How is the folly of those hurtful people on full display?

• How does the voice of Jesus differ from those empty words?

  Action Item: Find a way to be physically present with someone and share some hope with them.

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[Sunday] Corners Cut - Entrusted

Questions for the Week

• What is something that has been “entrusted” to you?   How do you treat that thing that is “entrusted” to you?

• Read 2 Timothy 1:1-13.  Paul uses examples of soldiers, athletes and farmers to show us not to cut corners.  In what ways have you tried to cut corners in your life and faith?  What has been the result of cutting those corners?

• How does the promise that “the word of God is not bound” enable you to live out your faith?

  Action Item: When you are stressed this week, don’t try to cut corners and fix it. Pause and notice how Jesus is working.

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[Sunday] Hope Shapes Us - Rise

Questions for the Week

• Have you ever seen something that was completely restored? How did you feel about that thing that was restored? 

• Read Revelation 21:1-8   What does Jesus promise to do? How is making all things new different than making a new thing?

• How does having Hope that all things will be restored change how you live today?

  Action Item: Take some time this week and think about a troubled place or problem in our world today.   Spend some time praying for that place or issue, trusting that God will make all things new.  

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[Sunday] Live Resurrection - Rise

Questions for the Week

• What do you think most people would think the resurrection would be like?

• Read 1 Corinthians 15:35-58.  What images does Paul use to describe the resurrection?

• What are the implications of the resurrection for how you live your life now?

  Action Item:  This week when you would usually serve yourself, think of the resurrection and how you could serve someone else instead.

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---- THIS WEEK AT GRACE - Today May 2, 2021 

Worship Services 8:30 AM & 10:15 AM

 Live-streamed on www.gracelutheranpsl.com 10:15 AM

Zoom into Fellowship Resumes Next Week

Korean Church Worship 1:00 PM

Rest of the week May 3 - May 8, 2021

LWML Monday, 1:00 PM

Olivet School Tuesday, 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Cinco de Mayo Wednesday

Individual - Small Group Communion Wednesday, 11AM - Noon

BackPack Packing Thursday, 11:00 AM

Bible Study at church and live streamed Thursday, 11:00 AM

Korean Church Prayer Gathering Saturday, 6:00 AM

ACC GRAND OPENING will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021 at 11:30.

For complete calendar information, go to www.gracelutheranpsl.com/calendar

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEK: None Listed

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEK: George Tsikoudis & Jay Horton - 5/02, Kent Bowen & Blanca Cuellar - 5/03, Paxton Becker-Sauber & Corbin Callender - 5/04, Richard Harms - 5/05, Linda Gannon -5/06, Steven Choung - 5/08.

THE FLOWERS ADORNING THE ALTAR are given by John & Melinda Linderman in memory of their sister Anita.

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY - TODAY we have three youths, D.J. Vik, Katy Vik, and Brooklyn Dressler, who are being confirmed during the 10:15 service. 

THE LWML meets tomorrow, May 3rd, for its last meeting until September.  We will be using the ‘LWML Spring Quarterly’  Bible study, page 20 & 21, “Life is Like Swiss Cheese,” for our study.  If you don’t have a Quarterly, please pick up the Bible study handout today.  Bring your Bible. Bring a friend! Meet at 1 p.m. in ACC.

GRACE SHIRTS - NEW We are now selling and taking orders for a “Grace Lutheran” blue golf shirt.   Cost will be $25.00.    See, e-mail, text or call Ed Bock or Kevin Garbers for information.  

PLEASE CALL PEOPLE:  The COVID quarantines began over a year ago and many of our members have health conditions which have kept them isolated at home.   So that we all don’t descend into madness, let’s call and talk to each other regularly as well as sending cards or notes through the mail.  Phone and address directories are available for your convenience on the counter by the office door. 

COMMUNION ON WEDNESDAY: If you, or someone you know, would like to celebrate Holy Communion but prefer a small group or unable to attend Sunday service, Pastor Cris has set aside Wednesday’s to celebrate the meal in small/family groups.   Please come by on Wednesday at: 11:00, 11:20, 11:40 or 12:00 (noon) and partake of this wonderful meal.   

BIBLE STUDY FOR ALL!  Pastor Cris is conducting a Bible Study on Thursday’s at 11 AM and you are welcome to attend in person!  Seating is with social distancing along with wearing a mask.   The Bible Study is also “live streamed” through ZOOM as well for you to participate from home.  (www.GracelutheranPSL.com) Also, recorded for your future viewing if you would like.

SEE YOUR GRACE FAMILY ON ZOOM:  Coli, along with Pastor, will be hosting  Zoom to Coffee at NOON, TODAY, for those who would like to join in fellowship “virtually” to see and chat with Grace members and friends.  All are welcome!  www.GraceLutheranPSL.com
GIVING: We are here to provide “Grace and Peace in this Chaotic and Lonely Time” to those in our church and community. Thank you for your past and continual prayers and financial support to Grace and your community. We have added Paypal for online donations. If you would like to give through Paypal, please go to: www.GraceLutheranPSL.com and click the “GIVE” button on the upper right side of the page.

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