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Stay connected with Grace Lutheran Church through our upcoming events! Discover opportunities for worship, fellowship, and service in Durham, NC. Join us as we grow together in faith and community. News Newsletters Announcements What's Up At Grace? Events No events at the moment English Second Language (Beginner English) Classes Picnic in the Park Grace Farmers' Market 2026 Season Sign up for Email Updates First Name Last Name Email Sign Me Up Check your inbox Thursdays for the latest news from Grace!

Serving Christ At this stage, we are invited to discover the gifts God has placed within us and how He has uniquely shaped each of us for His purposes. Together, we explore our experiences, abilities, and spiritual gifts, and how God is calling us to serve Christ, build relationships, strengthen community, and grow more like Him. Additional Resources Biblical Foundations on Spiritual Gifts Discipleship Challenge : Spiritual gifts are given by God for service. Explore More : Read: 1 Corinthians 12; Romans 12:4-8; Ephesians 4:7-13;1 Peter 4:10-11 Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Discipleship Challenge : Take Every Gift Inventory assessment Explore More : Free assessment at www.everygift.org Download your results Join a discussion group to learn more using “Discover Your Gifts” (materials provided.) Contact office@gracedurham.org . Spiritual Growth Discipleship Challenge : Spiritual growth is to grow in faith and Christlikeness. Explore More : Read: Galatians 2:20; 5:22-25; Colossians 2:6-7; 2 Peter 3:18; John 15:4-5 Personal Growth Discipleship Challenge : Personal growth happens as faith is lived out in everyday calling – family, work, church, community. Start a discussion group or use for personal reflection on any or all these topics. Explore More : Read: Romans 8:1-11; Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:8-10; Philippians 1:6; Micah 6:8 You can guide your discussion using the Workbook found in ‘Inspire Your Faith Kit. If you need help forming or facilitating a discussion group, contact office@gracedurham.org . Generosity in Service Discipleship Challenge : Contact the church office at office@gracedurham.org or click here for a list of Grace Lutheran Church's current ministries. Consider community service opportunities. Explore More : https://www.gracedurham.org/get-involved www.handsontriangle.org PALS Groups and Ministries Discipleship Challenge : Commit to join a PALS group or ministry as a volunteer for 1-3 months Explore More : gracedurham.org/get-involved Speak with our Director of Christian Outreach – Dco.anna.voelker@gracedurham.org

Welcome to Grace Lutheran Church in Durham! We invite you to join our vibrant church community in Durham, NC, where faith, fellowship, and growth come together. Discover how we serve God and others in our city. Welcome to Grace! We're glad you're here. Follow Us On Facebook Subscribe to Our Emails Welcome is a big word, for with every welcome there is an ending and a beginning. You arrive on the doorstep, the door opens, and…something new unfolds. This truth is even more apparent when the welcome is from our Lord Jesus. From that moment, there are plenty of endings and beginnings as the journey with Jesus takes us from what we were to what we can become. Thankfully, we know another big word: grace. The joy of life with Jesus Christ is to discover how God’s grace is so abundant that it overflows into every arena of life. We hope you will join us for Sunday worship or connect with us online. We have groups and ministries that celebrate God’s grace at every age and every stage of life. Once again, be welcome. And may you be grace-full. Something new is about to unfold for you! What is a Lutheran? Lutheranism is a branch of Christianity that started as a reforming movement within the Catholic Church in the 1500s. A monk and theologian named Martin Luther desired for the church to reclaim the essence of the Gospel with three main points: Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Scripture Alone. Our Mission and Beliefs Worship With Us Sundays at 10:10 AM We gather every Sunday near the Trinity Park and Walltown neighborhoods of Durham to learn, worship, and grow with Jesus and in community. Join us! Learn More Livestream Frequently Asked Questions What is the schedule for Sunday mornings? 8:30-9:30 AM Bible Study on Isaiah 9:00-9:45 AM Sunday Discussion Group on Luther's Large Catechism 9:30-10:00 AM Fellowship Hour 10:10 AM Divine Worship 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Meeting & Education Hour Directions & Parking? Church parking is available across the street at 906 N. Buchanan Blvd. There is also additional parking for individuals with disabilities or mobility issues found at the Grace House, located at 820 N. Buchanan Blvd, next to the church. Handicap parking spaces are also available in front of the church on Green Street. What about kids? We welcome children to worship with their parents as Pastor Brooks shares a children’s sermon reflecting a child sized message reflective of the Gospel reading. There are age-appropriate activity bags in the Narthex for children to discover during the service. What other events and activities do you offer? We have a number of opportunity to connect in community, grow in your faith, and make a difference in the community. Check out the Get Involved page and our Calendar for more information. Stay Connected Keep up to date with all the latest news, events, and announcements from Grace Lutheran Church. Subscribe to our newsletter and be a part of our thriving community. First name Email* Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. * Join Upcoming Events No events at the moment

Growing in Christ This step invites you into ongoing spiritual growth and active participation in the life of the church. You’ll discover how God works through your gifts, relationships, and daily work, develop life-giving spiritual practices, and engage in service and ministry. Faith becomes not just something you believe, but something you live. You may work through materials , attend classes a s they become available (see below) and find a small group . Don't see a small group for you? Email Deaconess Anna to start one! Practicing Lutheranism What does it look like to live out your faith beyond Sunday morning? Join us for a new Sunday School course focused on putting faith into practice in daily life. Sundays at 8:30am Bible Studies & Small Groups Sunday Morning Discussion Group on Luther's Large Catechism Bible Study on Isaiah Young Adult Study Group and more! See our Calendar

< Back Anna Voelker Director of Christian Outreach Email Anna dco.anna.voelker@gracedurham.org 919-682-6030 Anna Voelker was baptized, confirmed, and educated at St. John’s-Sauers Lutheran Church (and School) in Seymour, Indiana. She graduated from Trinity Lutheran High School in Seymour in May of 2020. Anna continued her studies at Concordia University Chicago where she was involved with campus ministry groups and had the opportunity to do fieldwork at multiple locations. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theology in May 2024, and received her deaconess certification in May 2025. In 2023, Anna began her two-year internship as the deaconess intern at Ascension Lutheran Church in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. There she focused on reaching out and witnessing to the people in the community (many of whom were immigrants and refugees) and providing spiritual care and support to members and neighbors. During the summer between the two years, she briefly returned to Seymour and she and her husband, Noah, were married at St. John’s. Anna and Noah returned to Canada until May of 2025 as she completed her internship. Anna’s diaconal training specializes in acts of mercy, spiritual care, and teaching the faith. She enjoys planning ministry programs and is experienced in creating curriculum and activities for various church groups. Anna’s passion is to share the Good News of the Gospel to all whom she interacts with. Previous Next

< Back Young Adult PALS We invite all young adults to join us on Tuesday evenings for fellowship, to pray together, and to study God’s Word. A new small group ministry! We invite all young adults to join us on Tuesday evenings at 7pm at Grace for fellowship, to pray together, and to study God’s Word. For More Information Contact Deaconess Anna Voelker Schedule Tuesdays at 7pm Previous Next

Grace Lutheran Church in Durham, NC offers a vibrant community for worship, growth, and service. Join us for inspiring services, fellowship, and opportunities to deepen your faith and make a difference in the community. Welcome to Grace Your faith journey begins at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham, NC. Plan Your Visit Worship With Us Sundays at 10:10 AM We gather every Sunday in the Trinity Park neighborhood of Durham to learn, worship, and grow with Jesus and in community. Join us! Directions Livestream What we value... The Way of GRACE Learn about the beliefs and practices that inspire and shape our shared life together. Who We Are What we do... Find Your Place Find ways to connect in community, grow in your faith, and serve our community. Get Involved Where we are... Community Farmers' Market On the Second Saturday of the month we host a farmers' market. Next market: Saturday, June 13 from 1pm-4pm Learn More What's Up At Grace View Calendar + Events Connect With Us First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for contacting us! We will be in touch.

Faith Resources We are glad that our Lord Jesus has brought you to Grace. One of the great things about Jesus is that He invites us to come along with Him so that we can experience His saving power, learn how to live from Him, and discover who we are meant to be as God’s children. Included here are resources to help you explore or learn what Jesus’ invitation means. You will find that the Lord’s kind invitation turns us toward others so that we can both bless and be blessed by the many neighbors we meet. We would be honored and delighted to be a part of your faith journey, to help you grow in faith, hope and love so that you “can be church wherever you are.” Discipleship Pathway Step 1: Seeking Christ Step 1: Seeking Christ Resources If you’re new to church, exploring faith, or simply curious about Jesus, start here. You can pick up your “Ignite Your Faith” kit at the Welcome Center in the Narthex. Contact the church office at office@gracedurham.org for a kit. Step 2: Knowing Christ Step 2: Knowing Christ Resources If you’re ready to grow beyond the basics and deepen your relationship with Jesus, this is your next step. Please pick up your bag at the Welcome Center in the Narthex or contact the church office. Step 3: Growing in Christ Step 3: Growing in Christ Resources If you want faith to shape how you live, serve, and find purpose, this is the step to focus on. Please pick up your bag at the Welcome Center in the Narthex or contact the church office. Step 4: Serving Christ Step 4: Serving Christ Resources Together, we explore our spiritual gifts and how God is calling us to serve Christ, build relationships, strengthen community, and grow more like Him. Please pick up your bag at the Welcome Center in the Narthex or contact the church office. Step 5: Sharing Christ Step 5: Sharing Christ Resources At this stage, we aim to tell others about who Jesus is, what He has done, and invite others into a relationship with Him. Please pick up your bag at the Welcome Center in the Narthex or contact the church office.

< Back Wednesdays at One Monthly gatherings on Wednesdays at 1pm for connection, community, and learning. Wednesdays at One is a monthly series of learning and fellowship with the primary goal of connection—to create space for people to gather, build relationships, and experience community in a relaxed and hospitable setting. Our next event will be Wednesday, April 29. Ingrid Daubechies will present "Reunited: the Ghissi Altarpiece, " telling the story of a fourteenth-century Italian altarpiece, its conservation, and scholars’ attempts to understand how it was made through modern recreation. https://bigdata.duke.edu/projects/reunited-the-ghissi-altarpiece/ WE will gather for a potluck lunch at 12:30pm, with the session beginning at 1pm. For More Information Email the church office Schedule Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Previous Next

< Back Farmers' Market The market is open the 2nd Saturday of each month April-October The Farmers' Market is a ministry that grew out of the Racial Reconciliation group. It was launched in 2024 and takes place on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April to October, running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the church’s lower parking lot. The market’s goal is to support local Durham farmers and vendors of color, and address food insecurity in collaboration with the Walltown Food Ministry. We strive to share faith stories about what God is doing in our lives and aim to build relationships within the community connecting people with Jesus. For More Information Click here to sign up to volunteer at the market. Contact office@gracedurham.org Schedule 2nd Saturday of each month from April to October from 1:00 - 4:00 pm April 11 **May 9** June 13 July 11 August 8 September 12 October 10 Previous Next

Learn more about Grace Lutheran Church, a congregation dedicated to worship, community, and service in Durham, NC. Discover our mission, values, and the heart behind everything we do to impact our city for Christ. Who We Are A people rooted in God's amazing grace. Grace Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Its history begins with Lutheran families from the midwest who came to Durham during the Second World War. Grace quickly became a vital part of the neighborhoods around Duke’s East Campus: Walltown, Trinity Park and Trinity Heights. Grace is a leader in social ministries across Durham and continues to be a community where people of all ages can grow in faith to God’s glory and for the blessing of our neighbors. Our Mission Going with Good News: teaching, serving, and sharing Christ with our neighbors. Our Vision To be a people able to be Church wherever we are. Our Values: The Way of G.R.A.C.E. Our values reflect why we do what we do. They are the things we do day in and day out in order to pursue our mission and live into our vision. Grow with Jesus Jesus seeks out particular individuals to share with them His knowledge, skill, and wisdom? What does Jesus see in you? What does He want to teach you? Rejoice in God Do you think humans are designed to worship? Where and how do you worship? Answer with Hope What is it like for you to share your faith with others? What would make it easier? Care for our neighbor Where is Jesus? Do you know where He likes to go, what He likes to do, who He likes to be with? Embrace Community What does it mean to you that you were made for community? Is God still at work trying to find, call and restore the flock of all that belongs to Him? Walking Together Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church is a part of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS ) , a confessional Lutheran denomination. The word “Synod” comes from Greek words that mean “walking together.” The term has rich meaning in our church body because congregations voluntarily choose to belong to the Synod. We are part of the historic, orthodox and universal Church that began with Christ and His Apostles. We hold to the Word of God as revealed in Scripture and as affirmed in the Lutheran Confessions. LCMS Website Grace Alone We believe that God forgives individuals of their sins and saves them from eternal punishment by the goodness and free gift of His grace alone. People cannot earn forgiveness through any good works; rather, they depend on the mercy of God. Faith Alone Jesus died on the cross for the sins of the world. His death was sufficient, effectual, and complete for the forgiveness of sins. We put our faith and trust in Jesus--that by His birth, life, death, and resurrection, we have the forgiveness of sins and hope of life everlasting. We do not rely on our own works to make us righteous, but trust that we are justified through faith in the righteousness of Christ. Scripture Alone We believe that Scripture is inspired by the Holy Spirit. Nothing is missing from the Scripture that is necessary for communicating the Gospel for the salvation of the world. It is trustworthy. What We Believe

Support the mission of Grace Durham by giving online. Your generosity helps us serve the Durham, NC community through worship, outreach, and ministry. Join us in making a difference today. Give Generously Thank you for your gifts! We are called to steward the resources God gives us in this life for His Kingdom purposes as an act of worship. Investing in God’s Kingdom work allows you to make a considerable difference and reap the rewards of being generous as Christ is generous to us. Online Make a one-time or ongoing donation with our secure online giving portal. Give Now By Mail Grace Lutheran Church 824 N. Buchanan Blvd. Durham, NC 27702 In-Person Share a gift during worship. Our Philosophy of Biblical Generosity In Acts 2, our Lord provides a clear picture of the generosity and financial activities of the Early Church. Rich and poor believers, moved by the Holy Spirit, come together in the Early Church. The power of Christ's unbounded love and sacrifice was intense. Christ's sacrifice spurred those who were blessed to give generously share with those in need. "And all who believe were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. ...And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved." (Acts 2:44-45, 47b)