Grace Lutheran - Lockhart

04/05/2026

Christ is Risen!

03/26/2026

03/24/2026

Hope everyone likes palm fronds! He's coming!!!!

03/17/2026

Today, as many celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we remember Saint Patrick not only for green beer or shamrocks, but for his faithful witness to Christ.

Patrick was a man shaped by hardship, once enslaved, yet transformed by God’s grace. Rather than seeking revenge, he returned to the very people who had enslaved him; bringing them the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His life is a powerful reminder that God works through suffering to bring about redemption, not just for us, but through us for others.

As we walk through this Lenten season, Patrick’s story calls us to reflect: where is God calling us to forgive, to serve, and to share His love? even when it’s difficult?

Lent is a time of repentance, renewal, and return to the Lord. Like Patrick, we are called to die to ourselves and live for Christ, trusting that His mercy is greater than our past and His mission is bigger than our comfort.

May we go where He sends us, love as He has loved us, and proclaim the Good News in both word and deed.

Blessed St. Patrick’s Day.

03/14/2026

God's peace to all you lovely beloved children of God!

Tomorrow, March 15th, 2026, we will be having worship with Holy Communion at 10:15 with Sunday school starting promptly after.

We are still accepting donations for WELCA care kits and candy for our Easter Egg hunt after worship on Easter Sunday! (April 5th, 2026)

God bless you all and I pray you are having an excellent day!

03/06/2026

God's peace to all of you! I pray you are having a great Friday the 6th of March. Please note that Daylight Savings Time (DST) is this weekend and church is sill at 1015 AM Sunday.

I know most of us have phones and computers that do it all for us but better safe than sorry!

God bless you all and have a stellar weekend.
PJ

03/03/2026

🎉 New Member Sunday at Grace! 🎉

This Sunday, March 8th, we will be celebrating another New Member Sunday at Grace! We are excited to welcome 11 new people who are committing themselves to the mission and ministry of this church.

I am deeply grateful for everyone who chooses to be part of this Christian community; a place where all are welcome and **all are forgiven** through Jesus Christ.

Come worship with us, celebrate with us, and thank God for what He is doing among us! ✝️💙

01/26/2026

Well… nobody came to church on Sunday.
And honestly? I’m glad.

The weather was awful, the roads were unsafe, and sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is stay home and take care of yourself. God doesn’t need us to risk our lives just to prove something.

Church isn’t a building.
God isn’t confined to pews and pulpits.
God is in our midst wherever we are; in living rooms, kitchens, hospital rooms, and cars parked in driveways waiting for the ice to melt.

So if you stayed home because it was safer, warmer, and wiser, I’m thankful you did. Caring for your body and your family is part of loving your neighbor and honoring the life God gave you.

We’ll gather again soon.
And until then, God is still with us.
Storm or sunshine.
Sanctuary or sofa.

Grace and peace, beloved.
PJ

01/25/2026

Beloved,
Please heed the following:

Official updates
From National Weather Service · Last updated 9 hours ago
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST SUNDAY

* WHAT...Accumulations of 1/10 to 1/4 inch of ice likely across the
warning area. In addition, dangerously cold temperatures are
expected Saturday night through Monday morning.

* WHERE...Bastrop, Caldwell, Fayette, Lee, and Val Verde Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely
become slick and hazardous. Weather-related power outages are
possible. Extreme cold will become life threatening and likely
damage unprotected pipes and put livestock at risk. Travel could
be nearly impossible.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, RISK YOURSELF TO COME TO CHURCH. Be safe first, I would rather spend MANY more Sunday's with you in the future!

God Bless,
PJ

01/22/2026

Dear Grace Family,

As we head into the weekend, I want to briefly acknowledge the weather forecast for Central Texas. Current reports indicate the possibility of hazardous conditions, and I want to emphasize that the safety of our congregation always comes first.

Please use good judgment as you make plans for the weekend. If travel feels unsafe, I encourage you to stay home and take care of yourself and your family. There is no expectation or pressure to be present in person when weather creates a risk. Caring for the life and health God has given us is an act of faithful stewardship.

If there are any changes to our regularly scheduled activities or worship services due to the weather, we will communicate those as clearly and promptly as possible through email and Calling Post (if needed).

Please keep one another in prayer, especially those who may be more vulnerable to weather-related challenges. As always, if you need pastoral care or assistance, do not hesitate to reach out. In the event you need disaster response services, the Synod Disaster Relief Team is ready and willing to help.

Stay safe, stay warm, and know that you are held in God’s care.

In Christ,
Pastor Jared

12/30/2025

Join us on January 4th for Worship and Holy Communion on the 2nd Sunday of Christmas at 10:15 a.m. followed by our monthly fellowship potluck. It will be an excellent time for worship and fellowship!

12/23/2025

Don't miss Christmas Eve service Wednesday at 7pm!