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How we work together with other congregations
We combine our resources with other Lutheran churches to do more than one church could do. Last year Grace contributed $ 17,650 (approximately 10% of operating fund income) to support this collaborative work of the Synod.
What is our Pastor’s role in administration?
One of my least favourite tasks as a pastor is administration, however it is a necessary component of pastoral ministry. For a congregation to fulfill its mission, there needs to be order and records. At the end of the previous year, Grace’s long-time secretary,...
How our Pastor connects with the wider church?
Wider Church / Interfaith As a pastor in the ELCIC, I also must stay connected with what’s known as the “wider church”. This connection usually happens through email and other mailed correspondence. However, sometimes I attend meetings with other clergy. From time...
How does the Treasurer act as a good steward of your donations?
Ray Henrickson, Treasurer. The treasurer’s role is about mission as much as it is about collecting the money, paying the bills and dealing with the bank.
What does Council do to lead our community of faith?
You elected Ardie Archer, Dean Oswald, Dwight Gutzman, Christina Herauf, Ilse Phoenix, Elaine Schneider, and Grant Swanson to be your Council. Pastor is also a member. Your Council generally meets on the third Tuesday of most months between 7:00 and 8:30. Our...
How we care for our property
Tom Herauf, Wendy Ball, Charles Little have been busy caring for our property and ensuring that it is not idle when not being used for worship services and learning experiences. Property management went through two changes in 2017. Lori Kennedy, our long-standing...
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Upcoming Events
Sunday, July 12, 2020
9:00 am, Grace Online
10:00 AM online worship experience video available from 9:00 AM •
Sunday, July 19, 2020
9:00 am, Grace Online
10:00 AM online worship experience video available from 9:00 AM •
Monday, July 20, 2020
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Grace Lutheran Church, Oakville
Online Council Meeting • Oakville
Sunday, July 26, 2020
9:00 am, Grace Online
10:00 AM online worship experience video available from 9:00 AM •
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Grace Lutheran Church, Oakville
Online Mutual Ministry Committee meeting • Oakville
Sunday, August 2, 2020
9:00 am, Grace Online
10:00 AM online worship experience video available from 9:00 AM •