Upcoming Events
There's always something going on at Grace!
Check out the details of upcoming events for learning, fellowship, or community gatherings. Join us as we grow in faith and fellowship together. We’d love for you to be part of our community!
Animate: Faith
10/26 Jesus | The Revolution Of Love | Mark Scandrette: What does it mean to walk in the way of Jesus? To explore this question, Mark Scandrette looks to the ancient Japanese concept of the Dojo. What if our churches became places where we practiced being like Jesus? What if we were serious about joining in with Jesus’ Revolution of Love? What if we took the kind of social and economic risks Jesus took and reshaped what it means to be a Christian? As Mark invites us into the Dojo, we find ourselves looking at a Master who might be asking us to walk down a path we never imagined. Watch a preview with Mark here!
Vendor Fair
The annual Vendor and Craft Fair hosted by Grace is coming up Nov. 1. Look for more details in the coming weeks. We will also host a Bake Sale once again in support of the Good Samaritan Food Pantry. Please consider donating some homemade goodies! Contact Susan Hannam for more information.
Animate: Faith
11/2 Cross | Where God Is | Nadia Bolz-Weber: The cross sits at the center of our faith, and yet our understanding of what exactly happened on that cross remains conflicted and confusing. Was Jesus our proxy? The payment? The only way to appease an angry God? Nadia Bolz-Weber reminds us that our theories about the cross tell us as much about ourselves and our view of God as they do about Jesus and salvation. Watch a preview with Nadia here!
Animate: Faith
11/9 Salvation | Abundant Life Now | Shane Hipps: The cross of Christ stands as a symbol of God’s saving work. But what, exactly, does it mean to be saved? From what? For what? Is salvation a reward we claim at death or something meant to change our lives right now? For Shane Hipps, these are the questions we need to answer if we are to truly receive the release that comes with salvation in the here and now. Watch a preview with Shane here!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “The Book Woman's Daughter”, by Kim Michele Richardson
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Animate: Faith
11/16 Church| An Imperfect Family | Bruce Reyes-Chow: Bruce Reyes-Chow knows he’s not inventing the metaphor of the church as family. So he suggests we take our changing notions about what it means to be a family and let them seep into our understanding of the church. For Bruce, it’s the messiness, the dysfunction, and the joy that comes from complex relationships that make church worth hanging on to. So how do we stay connected to this sometimes-broken family system? What does it mean to commit ourselves to the church family, for better or for worse? Watch a preview with Bruce here!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Lord of the Flies”, by William Golding
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Animate: Faith
10/19 Bible | A Book Like No Other| Lauren Winner: Why read the Bible? This is Lauren Winner’s central question. For Lauren, an avid reader, there remains something odd about the way Christians read the Bible. Why do we keep turning to the same stories in search of some new revelation? What is it about the Bible that makes it worth repeated reading? What gets in our way as we read the Bible and try to make sense of it? These are issues the church has wrestled with for centuries and yet we keep at it. We keep coming back to this book and its strange narrative full of plagues and miracles and destruction and rebirth. So why do we do it? Watch a preview with Lauren here!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Demon of Unrest”, by Erik Larson
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Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
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Animate: Faith
10/12 Religion | Spirituality Is Not Enough | Lillian Daniel: What does it mean to be spiritual? Is it the same as being religious? Lillian Daniel pushes back at this question that has been stirring up the cultural conversation for a while now. She asks us to consider how the seeds of faith to take root and thrive. What role does organized religion play in helping—or hindering—growth? If religion is the problem, why has it held fast for thousands of years? In this age of religious pluralism, is it possible or even desirable to stick with our age-old traditions? Watch a preview with Lillian here!
Animate: Faith
10/5 God | Faith is a Quest | Brian McLaren: “If you ask me, ‘Is God real?’ I first have to ask, ‘Which God are we talking about?’” With these words, Brian McLaren gives voice to a common struggle among people of faith—who exactly is this God we worship? Is God a mighty fortress, solid and unchanging? Is God a mystical, unknowable force that floats around us like a vapor? How can we speak of faith if we can’t even speak of God with any certainty? How can we chart a course through the often-murky waters of Christian tradition and find our way to God? Watch a preview with Brian here!
Lunch with Grace
Lunch with Grace is back on the menu! Meet up at the Firehouse Subs in West Des Moines (460 S 68th St) on Wednesday, October 1 at 12:00 pm. We continue the quest for tasty sammies and lively conversation! RSVP to Pastor Tania so we know how big of a table we need. If you have a favorite place for lunch, please let us know!
TigerFest - Volunteers needed! (Outreach & Welcome)
On September 18, the ADM community will be celebrating Homecoming with Tiger Fest. It is an opportunity for organizations in the community to set up a booth and share in the fun with people of all ages- but mainly children. Grace would like to have a booth this year. We have a ring toss game and hand out stickers. To make this successful, we could use a few volunteers to cover the time from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. We also need a tent/canopy/shade for the booth. Please let Lisa Crawford, Todd Nordquist or the Church office know if you want to help participate in this outreach initiative in our community.
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Freezing Order: A True Story of Money Laundering...Putin's Wrath”, by Bill Browder
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Wednesdays with Grace Family Night
On August 20 and 27,worship on Wednesdays at 6:35 pm will move back into the Sanctuary. As we ease back into regular routines for the school year, join us for a casual, come-as-you-are service with music, storytelling, and holy communion.
CANCELLED - Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
“Be Kind!” - Blessing of the Backpacks
Calling all teachers and students in any grade! On Sunday, August 24, in worship, we will bless teachers and students for the upcoming school year and hand out backpack tags. There will be an additional blessing on Wednesday, September 3, during worship at the Christian Education Family Night.
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be going to Fiesta (715 Main St, Adel, IA 50003) in Adel on Tuesday, August 12. Meet there at 6 PM. RSVP to Lori Tabbert. Call or text 515-710-2439 or email tabrph@yahoo.com
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Wilmington's Lie”, by David Zucchino
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Read with Grace
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Book of the Month: “Becoming Madam Secretary”, by Stephanie Dray
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83711405764?pwd=a0RvVnI0bktyeWJZSDhEb2luVG9Bdz09
Meeting ID: 837 1140 5764
Passcode: 372643
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be at Ambro’s Roadhouse in De Soto on Tuesday the 8th at 6pm. RSVP to Lori Tabbert at tabrph@yahoo.com or call/text 515-710-2439.
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
A meal will be provided to all attendees every evening from 5:30-6:00. We’ll be providing walking tacos for the VBS meal on Tuesday, June 24th. Both volunteers and food donations are needed! Sign up here: volunteersignup.org/H8AMH
VBS Mission: Support of Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry.
Please allow your child to support this mission by bringing non-perishable food items.
You will need to fill out a new form for each child. If you have any questions, please contact Abby Carlson at christianedglc@gmail.com or call the church office at (515) 993-4766. Thank you!
Vacation Bible School will be held at Grace June 23rd-26th! Ready to sign up? Follow this link to register!
Interested in volunteering at any point in the week? Click here to sign up to volunteer. You're welcome to join us as many days as you're available!
Want to help out, but can't be there in person? Use this link to see the list of supplies needed and sign up to donate!
Prayer and Practices Intellectual Well-being(Matthew 19:16-26)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Prayer and Practices Vocational Well-being(Ephesians 4:1-16)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Read with Grace
Join us for the "Read with Grace" book club! We will be meeting at the church at 7 pm on June 8, instead of over Zoom!
Do you love to read? Are you interested in discovering new books and genres? This is a lively group where each month's discussion stands alone, so you can participate for just one month or for many!
If you would like to join, please email Margo Swanson at swansonmes@aol.com to be added to our notification list.
For more information and a complete list of books for 2025, please visit https://www.gracelutheranadel.org/read-with-grace.
Giggles and Grace
Join us every other week after worship, starting June 15th, for Bible story time, songs, and activities! This program is intended for children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Dates are 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, and 8/24 from 10:30 am to 11 am. We would love for you to join us for laughter and learning!
Prayer and Practices Financial Well-being(Luke 14:28-33)
In John 10:10, Jesus tells his followers, “I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.” Living well is a personal journey that presents each of us with unique opportunities to steward all dimensions of our lives. On Wednesdays at 6:35 pm, starting May 14, you are invited to "Prayer and Practices" with Grace as we worship with Holden Evening Prayer and learn about the seven dimensions of well-being. Through the study, "Christ Calls Us to Wholeness," we will consider the ways God has created and blessed us. The Wholeness Wheel reminds us that as baptized believers, every aspect of our being belongs to God. When we pay attention to all aspects of our humanity — our bodies, our relationships, our money, our minds, our feelings, our work, our faith — we more fully experience that abundant life in Christ and radiate God’s love to others.
Dine with Grace
Dine with Grace will be at 9th St Smash & Tap (112 S 9th St, Adel, IA 50003) on Tuesday, June 10th, at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP to Lori Tabbert via email tabrph@yahoo.com.
Confirmation Prayer Partner Meet & Greet
Meet your prayer partner. Confirmation students will provide desserts!
Christian Education End-of-Year Party
Christian education End-of-Year Party with cookout, games, campfire worship. Join us to celebelate another wondeful year!
Easter Festival
Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Acts 10:34-43; Luke 24:1-12
Today Christ is risen! We gather together with astonishment and joy. Christ is risen, and we have been set free from the bonds of death. Christ is risen, and we are forgiven. Christ is risen, and with the women at the tomb and Peter, we are amazed. Let us rejoice: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!
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Meeting ID: 468 805 568
Passcode: Grace
Easter Sunrise Service
Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Acts 10:34-43; Luke 24:1-12
Today Christ is risen! We gather together with astonishment and joy. Christ is risen, and we have been set free from the bonds of death. Christ is risen, and we are forgiven. Christ is risen, and with the women at the tomb and Peter, we are amazed. Let us rejoice: Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Sunrise worship will be outside, weather permitting, so please dress accordingly. Online worship will not be available.
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!