Category: Events & Happenings

We’re excited to once again be handing out candy at the church this Halloween! This is a fun way to connect with families in our neighbourhood and share God’s love in a simple but meaningful way. Ways you can help: Volunteer to help greet children and families. Donations of candy to make sure we have plenty to share. Please have donations here by Thursday, October 29th, 2026. No later than 3:30 p.m. Thank you for helping us shine a little light on Halloween night!

Saturday Oct. 17, 2026 from 2 pm - 4 pm; $6/slice & coffee; All are Welcome to attend; hosted by Women of Grace.

November 27, 28, 29 at Calvary Baptist Church, 4910 Northmount Drive, Wetaskiwin We need many volunteers of all ages and abilities to help make this event a success. Of course we need actors, but there are many behind the scenes roles as well. Check out the sign up sheet for some of the many roles needed. We are asking community churches to post the sign-up sheet and poster that will be provided, and encourage their congregations to participate. We will also send a video and power point slide to include during your announcements. Right now, we are looking for volunteers, but in October we will send promotional materials for the actual event. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at: EveningInBethlehemWetaskiwin@gmail.com Your 2026 Evening in Bethlehem…

Leading up to Thanksgiving the Missional Formation/Social Justice Committee is encouraging the congregation to donate to our local food bank. Everyone is feeling the financial burden of inflation but especially those currently struggling financially. We have selected the most needed items and if you are able to, please bring the item(s) to church on the designated Sunday. On Thanksgiving Sunday all of the donations will be placed on the altar and then taken to the food bank.   September 20th - Beans & tuna Sept. 27th – Pasta sauce

Back to Church Sunday We want to encourage people to come back to church. We want them to feel that they are wanted and belong. September 13, 2026, will be Welcome Back Sunday. It will also be Contemporary Worship. The band will be playing the music that Sunday. We will also be Blessing School Backpacks. We will also have some gift bags with encouraging words on them for the children to put in their backpack. After the service, we will be having a potluck. There will be a freewill offering basket that will be shared between Grace Lutheran Church and the Food Bank.

Leading up to Thanksgiving the Missional Formation/Social Justice Committee is encouraging the congregation to donate to our local food bank. Everyone is feeling the financial burden of inflation but especially those currently struggling financially. We have selected the most needed items and if you are able to, please bring the item(s) to church on the designated Sunday. On Thanksgiving Sunday all of the donations will be placed on the altar and then taken to the food bank. September 13 - cereal & crackers September 20 - beans & tuna September 27 - pasta sauce October 4 - toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, hand soap, shampoo, toilet paper) October 11 - diapers (toddlers 2x & 3x)

SERVICE IN THE SON BLOCK PARTY AND YOU ARE INVITED!! WHO: YOU, as a neighbor to Grace Lutheran Church’s members and friends WHAT: A Block Party Service followed by a FREE lunch! WHEN: Sunday, June 21, 2026, Service begins at 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church front lawn, (Indoors if weather is inclement) WHY: To get to know each other HOW: Show up. Find a seat, (feel free to bring your own camp chair), share greetings and enjoy your time with us! FYI: Potluck lunch to follow.

Head to: https://growingingracepreschool.myteamfund.ca Fundraiser runs from April 7th – April 30th. Orders will be available to pick up at the Preschool on or around May 12th. Check the bulletin board and the foyer table for more information.

Growing in Grace Preschool Mother’s Day Fundraiser We have partnered with two greenhouses this year: Arber Greenhouse and BMR Greenhouse to raise money for the students. This fundraiser is also going from April 7th – 30th. Gift cards will be available on May 5th or 6th. Check the bulletin board and the foyer table for more information.