Grace in Regina celebrates 100th anniversary

REGINA – Grace Lutheran is marking its 100^th anniversary with a series of celebrations, marking a century since March 11, 1924, when the saints who have gone on before gathered to sign the first constitution of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. 

Rev. Arron Gust delivered the anniversary sermon in thankfulness to God. “Friends, Grace has had good times, great times, exceptional times, and she has had her struggles,” he said. “In times of adversity, and in times of prosperity, the Word of the Lord has endured over her. That is the enduring power of God’s Word. That, whether we are struggling or flourishing, God’s promise of salvation is rock solid and certain. And not the devil, this world, or our sinful flesh can rob us of its eternal promise.”

“May we as pastor and people return our thanks in lives freely given into service of His Kingdom,” he continued, “and may He bless our work and keep us in the one true faith until at last we join with all the saints, who have been touched through this congregation and join in with all the saints, who make up the One Holy Christian Church.” 

A joyous ending to the March celebration was a German-themed meal, including fresh-baked German pretzels and apple strudel, as hearts were stirred by an entertaining song performance by the German Harmony Choir.

The big event will be held on June 23, 2024, when Regional Pastor David Haberstock will preach at the 9:30 a.m. Divine Service, followed by complimentary sandwich luncheon, a 3:00 p.m. Worship Service with Rev. Jeremy Swem as guest preacher, and a 6:00 p.m. roast beef banquet. 

The theme for the 100^th anniversary is VDMA, the acronym for the Reformation slogan in Latin: “Verbum Domini Manet in Aeternum,” which means: “The Word of the Lord Endures Forever. The theme is based on 1 Peter 1:24-25, and is a confident expression of the enduring power and authority of God’s Word.

If you have roots in this congregation, consider joining the celebration on June 23, and contact the church to reserve dinner tickets. 

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