28May 2024 by Brent

Vacation Bible School 2024

Education, Events & Happenings
We are excited to be hosting Vacation Bible School again this summer! It will take place at Grace July 23, 24, 25 & 26 from 9:00 - 12:00. The theme this year is Camp Firelight. The focus verse is Psalm 56:3 - Whenever I’m Afraid, I put my trust in you.  Camp Firelight is the perfect location for every Camper’s favorite summer activities! Campers will join Lu (short for Lumen), the lightning bug puppet, and learn to face their fears while trusting in God. This program will teach ways we can put our trust in God whenever we are afraid, challenged, or called to do God’s work in the world and share the Good News of God’s love through Jesus Christ. Please contact the church if you are interested in…
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23May 2024 by Brent

Hilda Karlo Obituary

Funerals & Announcements
Hildegard (Hilda) Karlo August 3, 1924 to May 19, 2024 (age 99) Hilda Karlo (nee Kurtz) passed away on May 19, 2024 and has been reunited with the love of her life, Ed Karlo. She is survived by her daughter, Evelyn (Eric) Heilman; grandchildren, Raeleen (Brent) Metzker and Trent (Nicole) Heilman; great-granddaughters, Peyton, Kali, Shaylan and Taylor as well as her sisters, Lily (Howard) Smith, Margaret Forth and Eleanor Pydde. Hilda was born in Ludwipol, Poland, now Ukraine, on August 3, 1924 to Emil and Amalja Kurtz. The family emigrated to Canada in 1927 where they settled in the Kavanagh area. They purchased a quarter section of land West of Millet in the Porto Bello area and built a small, two room cabin which they moved into in 1930. She…
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23Apr 2024 by Brent

Rene Thompson Obituary

Funerals & Announcements
It is with great sadness and much love that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Rene Thompson. On April 19, at the age of 88 years, she entered into rest after a courageous battle with cancer. Rene will be deeply missed by her daughters, Carolyn (Wayne) Wait, Shelley (Don) Bisset, Susan (Dale) Woitt, and Janet (Darren) Ware; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren, as well as extended relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd (Bud) Thompson; daughter, Donna Dressler; five brothers, and one sister. On May 29, 1935, Rene was born in Holland to Maria and Huibert Prins. After WWII in 1947, she immigrated to Canada with her family. Growing up, she had a variety of jobs and interests. Although she loved to work and…
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12Apr 2024 by Brent

Growing in Grace Fundraiser – Arber’s Greenhouse

Events & Happenings
Welcome to Spring Growing in Grace Families, We are coming to an end of our fundraising commitment for the 2023/2024 School Year! Woo-hoo!! Our final fundraiser is for all the Gardener’s in our lives! We will be selling Arber’s Gift Cards from now until May 2nd. All gift cards will be available for pick up the week of May 6th from the Preschool (Just in time for Mother's Day!!) Gift cards are in $25 denominations and the preschool will receive $5 for each gift card purchased. . Order forms and funds are due May 2nd. Payment can be made by Cash, E-transfer or Cheque ( if needed). Please put "Arbers" in the E-transfer notes if this is your choice or payment. Forms can be emailed or dropped of at the…
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07Mar 2024 by Brent

Holy Week Worship Schedule

Events & Happenings
Come and Worship with Us March 24 Palm/Passion Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. March 28 Maundy Thursday/Lord’s Supper 7:30 p.m. March 29 Good Friday 10:30 a.m. March 31 Easter Breakfast 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Easter Sunday Holy Communion 10:30 a.m.
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29Feb 2024 by Brent

Parish Worker Part Time Job Position

Education
We have an exciting and diverse opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills, and experience in supporting our congregation. You will organize and carry out activities and programs related to working with all members of our congregation from the youth to our more mature members. Responsibilities and Duties You will be working in collaboration with the Pastor and the Grace Lutheran Church team to assist with planning and coordinating Sunday School, Confirmation, Youth and Vacation Bible School. Duties may also expand to include Member Visitation with communion privileges, providing Grief books to families and Stephen Ministry. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience with Youth/Children Leadership/Organizational Skills Spiritual Background Compassion Teaching Experience People Management Skills Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office First Aid (Preferred) Vulnerable…
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23Jan 2024 by Brent

Lena Vida (Neufeld) Boss Obituary

Funerals & Announcements
Lena Boss Obituary It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Lena Boss at the age of 96 years. Lena is survived by her sister, Heather Guenther; nephews, Michael (Heather E.) Guenther, Douglas (Wendy) Neufeld; great-nephews, Johnathan (Meike), Andrew (Hana); special friends, Leona and Richard Svrcek and their family; and many friends. Lena was predeceased by her parents, Nikolai and Maria Neufeld; husband, Clifford; brother, John Neufeld; sister, Mary Penner; brother-in-law, Henry Penner; sister-in-law, Helen Neufeld.In memory of Lena, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Food Bank, Wetaskiwin Public Library, or a Charity of the Donor's choice. ------------------------------------------Service date and time to be announced------------------------------
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23Jan 2024 by Brent

Elsie Feldberg Obituary

Funerals & Announcements
Elsie Feldberg November 18, 1932 - January 18, 2024 On January 18, 2024 Freida “Elsie” Feldberg (nee Kurtz) passed away at the Wetaskiwin Hospital at the age of 91. Elsie is survived by her children, Brian (Cynthia) Feldberg and Colleen (Kevin) Wolter; her grandchildren, Peter (Ashley), Sabine (Harley), Jesse (Alicia) and Megan (Justin); great-grandchildren, Everett, Ellis, Ruari, June, Colter, Kohlin, Maliyah, Vivienne, Blaikley and Olivia; siblings, Hilda Karlo, Margaret Forth, Lily (Howard) Smith, Eleanor Pydde; sister-in-law, Irene Torgerson as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Elsie was predeceased by her parents, Emil Kurtz and Amalja Kurtz (nee Comm); her husband, Reginald; siblings, Antonia “Toni” (Arnold) Fibick, Walter (Clara) Kurtz; as well as her brothers-in-law, Ed Karlo, Herb Forth, Dennis Pydde and Bill Torgerson. A Memorial Service…
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