Living Grace Newsletter | December 2025
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given.
Christmas Candlelight Services
Church services taking place on Christmas Eve
There will be two candlelight services on Christmas Eve, December 24th. One will be in the morning at 9am and the second one will be early evening at 4:30pm. Candles will be available when entering the sanctuary, so be sure to grab one on your way in. They will be used at the close of each service.
Children's Christmas Program
Living Grace children performing songs and a skit
You won't want to miss church services this Sunday, December 14th, when the children of Living Grace will be singing Christmas songs and performing a skit for all the congregation to enjoy. Children of all ages will be part of the entertainment. Be sure to thank our children's ministry workers for all the effort put into getting the program ready. Be equally sure to encourage the children with loud applause and cheers! They will be delighted!
ROOTED Christmas Party
The youth group is having a Christmas celebration!
There will be a Christmas party for the youth group on Sunday, December 21st, from 5-7pm, at the church. Dinner will be provided, so come hungry and ready to celebrate the holiday with all your friends in the ROOTED ministry. Plan on hearing the Word and playing some holiday games.
Young Adults Christmas Open House
A Christmas gathering for the young adults
There will be a Christmas open house at the Amburgy residence on Saturday, December 20th, for any 20-somethings that love to celebrate the holiday with fellow friends and Christ-followers. We would love for you to attend. Please RSVP Sandra Amburgy at mailto:tsamburgy@yahoo.com?subject=Christmas Open House
Mosaic Ministry Serving Opportunity
Join us in serving the community of south Toledo
Living Grace will be preparing a meal (ahead of time) and serving the meal at Mosaic Ministries of south Toledo, on Sunday evening, January 11, 2026. If you're able to prepare a pan of spaghetti and/or bake brownies, and/or give of your time to serve the community of south Toledo, please signup at the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA8AF28A7F4C07-60396692-mosaic#/
Ministry Volunteers Needed
Be a champion through vounteering
Living Grace is continually in need of volunteers in different ministries of the church. Children's ministries and hospitality are currently the most-needed positions to be filled. You can review the ways you can serve and also sign-up for one or more, under Volunteer Signup on the Home tab of the mobile app, and also on our website at https://lgechurch.com/volunteer. Thank you for your service, in advance. Thanks also to everyone currently serving and who have served in the past. Living Grace needs you all.
Annual Congregational Meeting
2026 annual congregational meeting
Living Grace's annual congregational meeting will be on Sunday, February 1, 2026, immediately after the second service. This is an opportunity for the congregation to hear from church leadership on things like the annual budget, any bylaw changes, changes in the elder board, etc. Please plan on attending the meeting and being part of affirming any changes that are presented.
Be sure to make use of our Church App!
We encourage you to download our Church App for your smartphone, tablet, and/or smart TV to conveniently stay up to date with all that’s going on at Living Grace.
The Church App through Subsplash is more than just a convenience—it's your one-stop destination for all things related to our church community. With just a few taps, you can:
The Church App is designed to make your experience with our church community seamless and enriching. By downloading the app, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. Download below!
The Church App through Subsplash is more than just a convenience—it's your one-stop destination for all things related to our church community. With just a few taps, you can:
- Stay Up to Date on Church Events
- Receive Important Notifications
- Join and Connect with Small Groups
- Give Securely to Living Grace
- Watch the Livestream
- Submit Prayer Requests
- Read the Bible
- Access our Website and Social Media from the App
The Church App is designed to make your experience with our church community seamless and enriching. By downloading the app, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. Download below!
Check out our members-only online church directory
Our new online church directory is a great resource tool that allows you to get to know our church family better! Simply go to the App Store, search for Instant Church Directory and download the FREE app to begin. Enter your email listed in the directory, and click "Send Secure Sign-In Link." Check your email, and click the "Log in to Instant Church Directory" button.
If you’re not listed in the directory, OR if you have trouble logging into the app, please contact the directory administrator at mailto:d.albring@lgechurch.com?subject=I want to be in the Church Directory.
If you’re not listed in the directory, OR if you have trouble logging into the app, please contact the directory administrator at mailto:d.albring@lgechurch.com?subject=I want to be in the Church Directory.
Ongoing Ministries
We have plenty of ways you can serve and stay connected with the life and the ministry of the church.
Prayer Meeting
Every first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM, we gather at the church for a time of worship and prayer. Our prayer meeting this month was on December 2nd. Join us for an uplifting hour to your week next month, on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Living Graceful
Our women’s ministry meets on the 4th Monday of each month, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the church. This ministry is designed to be a gift to the women in our church as a time to simply relax, enjoy a snack/dessert, and have fun! Email Amy Hartman with questions at hartmaas968@hotmail.com.
Mom's Ministry
Mothers are meeting at Living Grace on the second Wednesday of the month, from 9-10:30 AM. This is a ministry dedicated to moms in our community. It involves a wonderful time of fellowship and building one another up in a Christ-centered faith as we moms navigate life. You can contact Lindsay Moran at lindseyannmoran@gmail.com for information on the ministry. Childcare is provided.
ROOTED Youth Ministry
Our teen group - Rooted - meets on Sundays from 6-8 PM at the church, for a time of various activities. They also meet every other Wednesday, from 7-8:30 PM, for a small group study at the church. Anyone between the ages of 13-18 is welcome! They have awesome trips and events going on as well as a goal to understand what it means to be a Christian in today’s world for teens. The Word is preached, games are enjoyed, as well as food and discussion groups.
Young Adult Group
Our young adult group meets monthly, so if interested, please check the calendar or contact Pastor Harry Cousino at h.cousino@lgechurch.com. This is a time of fellowship, Bible study, and devotion. If you're just out of high school, a 20-something, or "young at heart", this is the group for you!
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