Weekly Word - Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

Weekly Word
Welcome
Visitors!
We are so glad you
are with us today! We
would love to get to
know you; stop by the
Welcome Center today.
Want to know more
about what we do
around here? Check
out our Web site at
gdlc.info.
Photo Directory
We need you! If you
are 18 years and older,
please stop by room
136-138 to get your
picture taken.
Educational Times
The children and
youth will not meet
this weekend; they will
meet again in June.
Mission Trip
Members from Gloria
Dei are getting ready to
serve in Honduras.
May 10 and 11, 2014 | Fourth Sunday of Easter
Leading ordinar y people to an extraordinar y life in Christ.
Breaking Through Barriers - Self-reliance
This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and
whose heart turns away from the Lord.” Jeremiah 17:5
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence
is in him.” Jeremiah 17:7
Society tells us if we want something done right, we do it
ourselves. But who defines what is “right?” My way, my
timing, the way I want it done—this thinking leads to
self-reliance instead of relying on God. It’s natural, and
completely accepted in our society. However, self-reliance
puts us above God because we think we can handle
everything in our lives. This week we will learn how to
readjust our focus from ourselves and onto God.
“Breaking Through Barriers to a
God-center life”
May 10-11: Self-reliance
May 17-18: Complaint
May 24-25: Obedience
Happy Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day was first celebrated in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother in
Grafton, West Virginia. She then began a campaign to make
“Mother’s Day” a recognized holiday in the United States. Today,
we take the time to honor our Mothers. Here are a few fun quotes
to brighten your day:
“No matter how old a mother is, she watches her middle-aged
children for signs of improvement.” ~ Florida Scott-Maxwell
“When your mother asks, ‘Do you want a piece of advice?’ it is a
mere formality. It doesn’t matter if you answer yes or no.
You’re going to get it anyway.” ~ Erma Bombeck
You are appreciated
& loved!
The joys of motherhood are never fully experienced until the children are in bed.” ~ Anonymous
I don’t know what’s scarier—that my daughter is starting to act like me or that I am starting to act like
my daughter. ~ Anonymous
To find ways to help,
see page 2.
I love how we don’t have to say out loud that I’m your favorite child. ~ Anonymous
Wi-Fi Information
“My mother’s menu consisted of two choices: Take it or leave it.” ~ Buddy Hackett
There is Wi-Fi
throughout the
building, so feel free to
use it.
Wi-Fi Network:
gdlcpublictwo
Password:
gdlc2012
I smile because I’m your mother, I laugh because there’s nothing that you can do about it. ~Anonymous
“There is only one pretty child in the world, and every mother has it.” ~ Chinese Proverb
Update on The Call Committee
The Call Committee has completed their initial evaluation of the entire list of 23 nominations. They
met recently with Iowa District West President Sieveking and Des Moines Circuit Visitor, Pastor
David Dahlke and selected the top candidates, who have been contacted to ascertain their availability
to consider a call. The committee will then proceed to arrange telephone interviews and a probable
visit to Gloria Dei as the evaluation process continues and the final selection of whom to call is made
by our congregation.
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Thrivent Builds
Wednesday, May 28 from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thrivent Builds needs workers to help with the construction of a home
being built for a family at 3309 Cambridge, Des Moines. No experience
is needed, they will train you. Must be 16 years old. So let’s help a family
build a home. Interested? Grab the sign-up link at gdlc.info/new-gloria-dei
or contact Bill Clark at billclark@mchsi.com.
Honduras Mission Trip
We are in the last month of preparation for our annual Honduras mission
trip in June. This year we have ten people going on the trip to serve the
poorest of the poor in Honduras. We will set up a clinic in a local church in
the capital city of Tegucigalpa. The clinic will provide free help in medical,
dental and optical areas. We will also give out free medicine as it is prescribed.
In addition, we will work with the children, washing their heads for lice,
teaching them about dental care, and the Gospel. Finally, we will pour
cement floors in some of their homes. Everyone who comes through our clinic
sits down one-on-one with a team member and hears the Gospel. We also give
out quilts to the families that we serve. Last year we saw over 2,600 people
and gave them a tangible experience of God’s love.
Team members include: Gary Wasko, Jody Bass, Kim Phillips, Mike
Gathercole, Rae Gathercole, Loren Bell, Kathie Nessa, Amanda Lamb, Jane
Lamfers and Pastor Phillips
Here is how you can help:
• Donate items on our needs list (see below)
• Commit to praying for our team members
• Contribute to the cost of Spanish Bibles that we give out ($400)
• Contribute to the cost of optical ministry ($1,650)
Place items in the donation trunk in the Narthex starting next week and
ending June 1. If you have any questions, contact Pastor Phillips at 276-1700.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
8301 Aurora Ave.
Urbandale, Iowa 50322
515-276-1700
Church office hours:
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Governing Board
govboard@gloriadeionline.com
Rev. Timothy Phillips
Director of Congregational Care
tphillips@gloriadeionline.com
Rev. Philip Robarge
Director of Adult Ministry
probarge@gloriadeionline.com
Governing Board
govboard@gloriadeionline.com
Going through a
difficult time?
We all are faced with tough
situations that we shouldn’t encounter
alone. So whether you are grieving,
going through a divorce or just
plagued by a problem, we have
trained people who can lend an ear
and a helping hand.
All inquires and conversations are
completely confidential. Contact
Pastor Phillips at 276-1700.
Stay connected at
Gloria Dei through
social media
• Small Snack Bags (2x2, 2x3 &
3x4)
• Antibiotic Cream (Neosporin,
Polysporin)
• Jumbo Bags (Gallon size)
• Sunblock (Cream, Not Spray)
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Cream
• Toothbrushes
Want to stay connected throughout
the week?
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Tablets
Check out one of our social media
options.
• Saline and Decongestant Nasal
Sprays
• H-2 Blockers (Prilosec/Prevacid/
Ranitidine/Omeprazol)
• Cough/Cold Tablets - Adult
• Calcium
• Pain Relief Cream (BenGay,
IcyHot)
• Antifungal Cream (Lotrimin,
Clotrimazole)
• Anti-itch/Hydrocortisone Cream
• Body Lotion (unscented)
1. Simply visit our Web site at
gdlc.info.
• Pens (Click style, Gel -- Black
and Blue only)
2. Click on one of the Social
Media icons.
• Antacid Tablets (Tums, Maalox)
3. Read the many posts and then
post your own thoughts!
• Cough Drops
• Allergy Meds (Claritin, Zyrtec,
Loratadine)
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Sacrament of Holy Baptism
Let’s pray!
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism on Sunday, May 11 at 9:30 a.m. in the
Sanctuary is for:
H
Hunter Michael Dale born on May 29, 2010 to Andrew and
Angela (nee Donohoe) Dale. Hunter’s spiritual spnsors are
Amanda Speck and Troy Donohoe.
Altar flowers
Flowers on the altar on Sunday, May 11 in the Sanctuary are
provided by Merle and Ellie Knuth in thanksgiving for their 55th
anniversary on April 18.
Thank you
Open House Invitation
Saturday, May 24 from 2-4 p.m.
The family of Phyllis Behnke Greenwood invites the entire congregation to
celebrate Phyllis’ 90th birthday at an Open House on Saturday, May 24 from
2-4 p.m. at the church.
Servers
5:30 p.m. (FLC)
Rev. Phil Robarge
8 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Rev. Phil Robarge
Thanksgivings
• For all mothers
• Ken and Rosalie Petersen
The family of Len Daib thanks you for all the expressions of sympathy,
prayers, and memorials shared with us at his passing. We also very much
appreciate the kindness the congregation showed Len during the long years
of his illness. You have truly blessed us.
~ Shirley Daib, and Deb and Doug Mertz
Liturgist/Officiant
Prayer requests can be made
on the back of the “Welcome”
card located in the pews. Please
indicate your prayer request and
place the card in the offering
plate. We have both e-mail and
phone prayer chains available.
Call Pastor Phillips in the
church office, 276-1700, or
Diane Young between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. at 993-3870 with
your request.
Preacher
Rev. Phil Robarge
Organist
Kathy Brammeier
9:30 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Rev. Phil Robarge
Acolytes
8 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Maille Sheeley
9:30 a.m. (FLC)
Vicar Bill Clark
9:30 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Gavin Petrak
11 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Rev. Phil Robarge
11 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Collin Schroeder
Hospitality Teams
5:30 a.m. (FLC)
Team Three
8 a.m. (FLC)
Team Three
9:30 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Team Four
11 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Team Three
Scripture Readings:
Jeremiah 17:5-8 and Luke 9:23-27 (NIV)
celebrating 66 years of
marriage on May 16
• For Merle and Ellie Knuth
celebrating 55 years of
marriage on April 18
For the health of
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Stacy Sams
Sandra Jackson
Mo Grotheer
Mary Snyder
Eileen Roberts
Monica Burress
Jennifer Applegate
Sandra Fries
Jennifer Dehnert
Wayne Blythe
Carol Petersen
Ryan Wedemeyer
Lyle Lawson
Aaron Pieper
Linda Dunkarley
Desiree Luft
Betsy Crow
Laura Ascheman
And for:
• Senior high graduates
• The Kubut family, who are
grieving the loss of Jeffrey
• The abducted girls and
their families in Nigeria
Prayer ministry
To join the prayer team,
e-mail Pastor Phillips at:
tphillips@gloriadeionline.
com with your name, e-mail
address and phone number.
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Tiny Treasures Prepares for Next Year
Golf Tournament
Fundraiser
Monday, June 30
11:00 a.m. -Registration
12:00 p.m. - Shotgun Start
4:30 p.m. -Reception, Dinner,
& Celebration
In honor of Brad Peyton, the
Urbandale Education Foundation
will hold the Inaugural 2014 Brad
Peyton Memorial Golf Tournament
on Monday, June 30 at the
Hyperion Field Club, 7390 NW
Beaver Dr., Johnston.
Brad Peyton, a member of Gloria
Dei, a long-time civic leader, youth
sports coach, J-Hawk dad and
Urbandale Community School
District supporter, died at age 56 in
September 2013 after a short battle
with cancer.
Tiny Treasures has openings for the fall in the 2-year-old and 3-year-old
morning classes and the Pre-K afternoon classes. For more information,
contact Jo Lynn Yeutsy at jolynn@gloriadeionline.com or 777-3902.
Here are some comments from a few of Tiny Treasures’ parents:
“I’m very pleased with the growth I’ve seen in my child while attending
Tiny Treasures. I highly recommend this program.”
“We have really liked the teachers. They do a great job remembering
that the kids need to learn AND to be loved!”
Participate by playing in the golf
tournament and/or attending the
dinner and celebration. All funds
raised from this event will go
toward supporting students and
teachers in the Urbandale School
District.
Entries must be received by June 15.
Register to sponsor the event or to
play golf: www.Urbandale
EducationFoundation.com.
“Everyone here is wonderful, and we feel blessed that our son has
thrived here.”
Take Me to the Ball Game!
You are invited to join the Urbandale Senior Center in their annual outing to an Iowa Cubs game on Tuesday,
June 24. The bus will leave from the Urbandale Senior Center at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $23 per person and includes
transportation to and from the ball park, ticket to the game, lunch and a hat. Sign up at the Urbandale Senior
Center, 7305 Aurora Ave. If you have any questions, contact Lorrie Nagel at the Senior Center at 278-3907 or
Wendell and Carol Dickey at wedos@msn.com or 276-3868.
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Gloria Dei Youth Ministry
Junior High Ministry
Castaway (Grades 6-8) |
Senior High Ministry
ReCharge (Grades 8-12)
Sunday at 9:50 & 11:20 a.m.
Castaway will resume on June 1
from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Yes, a full hour!
Wednesday, May 14 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Summer Mission Trip
Graduating Seniors from High School
If you have signed up for our mission
Join us as we discuss “A Request to Do What?” Please read
Genesis 19:1-11.
Graduates and parents, join us Sunday, May 18
trip to Midland, Michigan, then join us
from 10:30-11 a.m. in the Youth Center as we recognize and
Wednesday, May 14 from 7:30-8:15
celebrate your graduation. Food, drinks and a short program
p.m. A parent will need to join you.
will be available. Please RSVP by May 14 to Lisa Gibson at
lisa@gloriadeionline.com..
Summer Camps
Summer Grace Place
Fine Arts Camp – (Ages 3-completed fifth grade)
Teachers are needed for Summer
Grace Place! Please prayerfully
consider teaching one or two hours
this summer! Sign-up sheets are next
to the check in computers. If you have
any questions, please contact DeAnn
McCue at deann@gloriadeionline.com.
July 7-10 (Monday to Thursday) from 9-11:30 a.m.
Children will discover some new arts during this camp! Each day children
will create and experience art in a new way through hands-on activities.
The cost is $70. Questions? Contact DeAnn at deann@gloriadeionline.
Next Generation Girls’ Camp (completed grades 3-5)
July 13-17 (Monday to Friday) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This is a fun camp for girls that brings history to life. Each day girls will
experience a major American time period through hands-on activities.
Campers will need to bring a sack lunch and drink with them each day. Cost is
$135. Questions? Contact DeAnn at deann@gloriadeionline.
Faith on Target Archery Camp
For the third year in a row we are offering archery camps in July. Come and
learn the fun sport of archery in a safe Christian environment. Questions?
Contact Pastor Phillips at tphillips@gloriadeionline.com.
July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 and 24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 9:30-11 a.m.
Completed grades 3-5
July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 and 24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 1:30-3 p.m.
Completed grades 6-8
July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 and 24 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 6-7:30 p.m.
Completed grades 9-12
Register and pay online today. Go to gdlc.info and
click on the registration link in the footer.
Parking Lot Safety
With beautiful spring weather
arriving, Tiny Treasures’
preschoolers will once again be
able to spend time outdoors on the
playground. We request that you
be conscientious about your speed
through the parking lot. We are
excited to have a crosswalk to help
us get safely to the playground,
and we will also put out a stop
sign and orange cones as a
reminder to drive slowly. Thank
you for your tremendous support
of Tiny Treasures preschool and
your concern for the safety of the
children.
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May 10-17, 2014
Saturday, May 10
Tuesday, May 13
8:00 a.m.
Gloria Dei Quilters
1:00 p.m.
I.L.S.T.O. Board Meeting
8:30 a.m.
Scrapbook Fellowship
3:00 p.m.
Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study
5:00 p.m.
Photo Directory Photos
6:00 p.m.
Thrivent Board Meeting
5:30 p.m.
Contemporary Worship in the 7:00 p.m.
Encourage Each Other Women’s Study
Family Life Center with Communion
Wednesday, May 14
Sunday, May 11
10:00 a.m. Wednesday Adult Bible Study
8:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
5:30 p.m.
UHS Choir Recording Session
8:45 a.m.
Photo Directory Photos (until 12:30 p.m.)
6:00 p.m.
ReCharge - (8-12 grades)
9:30 a.m.
Traditional Blend Worship in the Sanctuary
7:30 p.m.
Summer Mission Trip Meeting
9:30 a.m.
Contemporary Worship in the
Family Life Center with Communion
9:30 a.m.
Traditional Blend Worship
in the Sanctuary
2:00 p.m. Girl Scouts Troop 763
Girl Scouts Troop 806
Moms’ Bible Study
9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Connections
6:30 p.m.
Men’s Bible Study
6:30 p.m.
Gloria Dei Foundation Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Call Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Stephen Ministry Meeting
Friday, May 16
Monday, May 12
9:30 a.m.
6:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m. Joyful Stitchers
11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Sanctuary
4:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 15
6:00 p.m.
Kenny Miesner and Abby Weber
Wedding Rehearsal
Saturday, May 17
Women’s Bible Connections
4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Call Committee Meeting
Kenny Miesner and Abby Weber
Wedding
Worship (Confirmation)
3 p.m. (Sanctuary)
Worship (May 3-4, 2014)
Attendance
Communion
473
415
Attendance
Communion
113
8 a.m. (Sanctuary)
133
123
9:30 a.m. (Sanctuary)
303
Contemporary Worship in the
Family Life Center
Each man should give what he has decided in his
heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion,
for God loves a cheerful giver.—2 Corinthians 9:7
Outpouring of Love (April 26-27)
General Fund Offering Budget
$28,180
$28,000
230
4th QTD Offering
$139,981
4th QTD Budget
$138,000
YTD Offering Total
$1,304,569
YTD Offering Budget
$1,496,000
87
11 a.m. (Sanctuary)
139
100
Total
775
453
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Photo Directory Photos
5:30 p.m.
General Fund Offerings
5:30 p.m. (FLC)
9:30 a.m. (FLC)
5:00 p.m.
May 17-24, 2014
Saturday, May 17
Monday, May 19 (continued)
4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Connections
Kenny Miesner and Abby Weber
Wedding
6:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Photo Directory Photos
6:30 p.m. Photo Directory MAT Meeting
5:30 p.m.
Contemporary Worship in the
Family Life Center
Stephen Ministry Supervision
Tuesday, May 20
10:00 a.m. Early Childhood Conference Meeting
Sunday, May 18
3:00 p.m.
Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study
8:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in the
6:00 p.m.
Governing Board Meeting
Sanctuary with Communion
7:00 p.m.
Encourage Each Other Women’s Study
8:45 a.m.
Photo Directory Photos (until 12:30 p.m.)
9:30 a.m.
Contemporary Worship in the
Family Life Center
9:30 a.m.
Traditional Blend Worship
in the Sanctuary with Communion
Wednesday, May 21
10:00 a.m. Wednesday Adult Bible Study
6:00 p.m.
Recharge (8-12 grade)
6:00 p.m.
Children’s Choir Meeting
10:30 a.m. Senior Recognition Breakfast
Thursday, May 22
11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Sanctuary
6:30 a.m.
Men’s Bible Study
with Communion
10:00 a.m. Joyful Stitchers
2:00 p.m.
Chapel at Glen Oaks
6:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
Girls Schoots Troup 407
Monday, May 19
9:30 a.m.
Moms’ Bible Study
9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Connections
1:00 p.m.
Stephen Ministry Supervision
Call Committee Meeting
Friday, May 23
No Scheduled Church Events
Saturday, May 24
2:00 p.m.
Phyllis Greenwood Birthday Party
5:00 p.m.
Photo Directory Photos
5:30 p.m.
Contemporary Worship in the Family Life Center with Communion
Agape Pregnancy Center’s Basement Sale
Agape Pregnancy Center’s Basement Sale is in need of volunteers! Sales are held spring thru fall and all
proceeds benefit Agape. Shifts are for four hours on a Friday or Saturday. Serve individually or with a group.
Call Sharon at 265-8829 to learn more!
Urbandale Food Pantry
The Urbandale Food Pantry is requesting toilet paper for the month of May. Place your donation in the
“Urbandale Food Pantry” bin that is located in the coat racks outside the Narthex.
LWML
Ruth Circle will meet Monday, May 12 at 12:30 p.m. at the home of Jane Lepley, 10609 Sharon Circle,
Urbandale.
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Visiting Today?
As a congregation, we have been blessed with amazing opportunities that have
helped us to grow in our personal walks with Jesus. Since God has blessed us with
so much, we don’t want to keep it to ourselves, so we long to share our blessings
with our friends, family, community, nation and our world! Can you tell we are
passionate about Jesus and His saving grace?
Stop by the Welcome Centers, which are located outside the Sanctuary and in
the back of the Family Life Center. Take some time to get to know us and allow
us the privilege of getting to know you. If you have any questions, please contact
the church office at 276-1700.
Families | See you in June! We encourage families to worship together before
children (ages 3-grade 5) are invited to Grace Place on Saturday evenings at
5:50; Sunday mornings at 9:50 and 11:20. Junior high youth (grades 6-8) are
invited to Castaway at 9:50 and 11:20 a.m.
5:30 p.m. Saturday | Contemporary Worship in the Family Life Center
This contemporary service offers a unique come-as-you-are worship experience on
Saturday evening.
8:00 a.m. Sunday | Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
This worship service is based on traditional hymns and liturgy. The music is
organ led with offerings of special music, offertories and communion hymns led
by the piano.
9:30 a.m. Sunday | Traditional Blend Worship in the Sanctuary
This service offers a blend of instruments, from piano and organ to brass and
percussion. Large group choirs as well as small group vocal and instrumental
ensembles offer special music.
9:30 a.m. Sunday | Contemporary Worship in the Family Life Center
This celebration gathering offers a high-energy service in a casual setting led by our
worship team and band in the Family Life Center.
11:00 a.m. Sunday | Contemporary Worship in the Sanctuary
This contemporary service has a unique style of its own as we combine the present
day sounds of contemporary music with a worship band.
Other important items
Nursery: Infants to age 3. Located on the lower level with access through
the doors in the Narthex. The nursery is staffed during all worship services for
children ages 3 and under at no cost to the parent.
Cry room: Located in the southwest corner of the Narthex is a room with a full
view of the Sanctuary for parents to take their small children.
Weekly Bible reading - Jeremiah 17:5-8 (NIV)
This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and
whose heart turns away from the Lord. That person will be like a bush in the
wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes. They will dwell in the
parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives.
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They
will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It
does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a
year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”
Educational Times
We will be back in June. See
you then!
Children (ages 2- grade 5)
Grace Place
Saturday at 5:50 p.m.
Sunday at 9:50 & 11:20 a.m.
Youth (grades 6-8)
Castaway
Sunday at 9:50 & 11:20 a.m.
Communion
Communion is offered on the
first and third Sundays of each
month during the services in
the Sanctuary and the second
and fourth Saturdays and
Sundays during the services in
the Family Life Center.
A note to our guests and
visitors: The Lord’s Supper is
celebrated at Gloria Dei in the
belief and with the confession
that this Sacrament is the
very body and blood of Christ
(The Doctrine of the Real
Presence) which is received
with the bread and the wine
for us to eat and drink for
the forgiveness of sins and
to strengthen our faith. Our
Lord invites to his table those
who trust his words, repent
of all sin, and seek to forgive
and love as He forgives and
loves us. If you agree with
our beliefs regarding the
nature and meaning of this
Sacrament and desire to
commune with us, you are
welcome! For the medical and/
or physical needs of members
or visitors, non-alcoholic wine
will be in the inner circle of
each communion tray and
will be lighter in color than
the regular wine. In addition,
gluten-free wafers are available,
in small plastic cups. Please
take one, as needed.