January 26 and 27

"The Story"

"Our Story" Message Series

April 13 and 14: Paul's Mission (Chapter 29)
April 20 and 21: Paul's Final Days (Chapter 30)
April 27 and 28: The End of Time (Chapter 31)

Sunday, April 28 at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary

Celebrating the Story

We have been so thankful for all the participation through the readings, the blogs, attending worship and all the conversations around the church-wide emphasis of “The Story.” So, we want to celebrate and we want to celebrate big!

Nichole Nordeman, a multiple GMA Dove Award winner, including two awards for Female Vocalist of the Year, will offer a concert at Gloria Dei. There will be no charge to attend the concert.

Nichole was approached to create an album for "The Story." She accepted and wrote 17 songs from the first person perspectives of the characters of the Bible and applying them today. Listen to her talk about writing the songs.

Want to help?
To help cover the cost of the event, we are looking for 100 VIP families or businesses to donate $100. Each VIP will be given tickets for advance seating. If you are interested in helping with the concert, please contact Bill Clark at Bill Clark or give online by clicking here.

Here's some of her music:

Why | Holy | What if | I am with you (A story of Ruth and Naomi) with Amy Grant | Love Story

Information about the public prayer in Newtown, Connecticut

Responses of Public Prayer in Newtown, Connecticut

In recent days, our national church body, Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod has been in the national spotlight. To read responses from President Harrison, Pastor Morris and Pastor Burcham, click here.

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry

People are precious and when they hurt or suffer, they deserve the best care and support we can offer. This is why we offer Stephen Ministry. The training, commitment and service make the Stephen Ministers skilled at providing care for people in need.

Need Help? If you are experiencing a challenging time, contact Pastor Phillips at 276-1700.

To find out more about Stephen Ministry, click here.

Tithing

Text Tithing

In order to keep up with technology, Gloria Dei now accepts tithing by text! The same provider for our Simply Giving and Online Giving programs, Vanco, added a new service to the mix. Before texting a donation for the first time, login to our Web site at www.gloriadeionline.com. Click on the To pay online today and complete (or update) an online profile and check the “Opt In” box. After opting in, texting a donation to the church is quick and easy. Once you are set up, click on the text tab for further instructions. You will be typing the keyword “Give,” along with the dollar amount and your four-digit PIN. Vanco will then process your contribution from the account you have set up, just the same as if you processed an online contribution.

For more information, call Shari Smith at 515-278-5544, ext. 202.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Members

Choice Dollars can go to Gloria Dei

If you are a member of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, you have a new, easy way to help support what matters most to you—even your own congregation. Through Thrivent ChoiceSM, a new charitable grant program, members can help choose where Thrivent Financial distributes some of its charitable funds each year.

By directing Choice Dollars, you can request funding for thousands of Lutheran organizations nationwide, including Gloria Dei. Potential designated Choice Dollars amounts that can be directed range from $25 to $500 for each eligible member.

Please note: If you designated Thrivent Choice funds to Gloria Dei last year, please go online to designate your recurring direction for 2012. Thrivent does not automatically roll over 2011 recurring directions to 2012, you must set it up for 2012.

For more information click here.

For Fun

Christian Games, Trivia, and Cartoons

What are Cartoons for Christ?They are a series of flash cartoons and games for the young Christian mind. The interactivity of these games make learning God's Word educational and fun for children and adults of all ages. Play the Games

Coloring Book