News October 27 – November 2
Celebration of Ministry
Please make plans to be at Grace this Sunday, October 27, as we celebrate the ministry of the Rev. Dr. Cynthia Park and Jack Park!
9:00 AM Breakfast Reception
We will gather in the parish hall for a breakfast reception at 9:00 AM. There will be a basket for notes and cards should you wish to bring one.
10:00 AM Eucharist
Dr. Park will preach at a 10:00 AM combined service of worship.
CE will not meet.
Acolyte Training
As part of the Christian formation experience, children and youth are encouraged to serve as acolytes to assist clergy and other worship leaders with our worship services—this includes carrying torches, the cross, Gospel book, offering plates, and more. Leading the parish in worship takes teamwork!
We will have acolyte training on Sunday, October 27 after the combined 10:00 AM service. Contact Father Brandon if you’d like to participate.
No Christian Education This Sunday
Christian Education classes for children, youth, and adults will meet from 9:30 – 10:30 AM most Sundays until May 4. Please note that classes will NOT meet on Sunday, October 27.
EYC Evening Gatherings
Our Episcopal Youth Community (grades 6 – 12) will gather for fun and fellowship from 5-7 pm in room 115 of The Grace Center.
October 27: The Saints Before Us
November 10: Friendsgiving
March 2: From Light to Dark
Thanksgiving Potluck
Bring your favorite Thanksgiving side dish or dessert to share and join us in the parish hall on Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00 PM. Grace Church will provide turkey and drinks. We’ll enjoy a feast and each other’s company as we give thanks for all the blessings in our lives.
For planning purposes, please sign up online or before noon on Thursday, November 14.
There is a spot on the sign up form for you to submit text and/or images for a slideshow that will run during the potluck.
Deadline for All Saints’ Remembrance
On All Saints’ Day, we pause and remember all the saints who have gone before us, and celebrate our belief in the communion of saints. During services on November 3, 2024, we will read the names of all those from Grace who have died since All Saints’ Day last year.
If you wish to remember loved ones, please share those names, using the online form at the link below, no later than Sunday, October 27.
Behold Who You Are
Each year, the parish community makes a commitment to live into God’s call for our lives, and we embody this participation in our operating budget.
This year, our theme is “Behold Who You Are,” a beautiful reminder from the liturgy of the Eucharist: “Behold who you are, the body of Christ. May we become what we receive.” This serves as an invitation for us to reflect on how we are called to embody Christ’s presence in the world.
Pledge cards have been mailed to member households and are available at the church. You also have the option to submit your pledge for 2025 online at the link below.
Interested in Being Confirmed?
A Diocesan Confirmation service for Confirmation will be held at the Cathedral of St. Philip on December 8. Please contact Fr. Stuart or Fr. Brandon if you are interested in being confirmed at that service.
Dates for Your Calendar
Look ahead to upcoming opportunities for prayer, worship, and community!
- November 10 EYC: Friendsgiving
- November 19 Parish Thanksgiving Potluck
- December 1 Advent Wreath Making
- December 3 Advent Sound Bath
- December 8 Confirmation
- December 15 Messiah Sing Along
- December 18 Christmas Caroling at LVE
The Glimpses of Grace Podcast
We invite you to explore the podcast on Spotify (or your podcast app of choice) or here on this website!
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