Join us Sunday, August 14 as we kick off the new program year at Grace!
Christian Education classes for children and youth will meet from 9:30 – 10:30 AM. We encourage adults to take the opportunity to visit the ministry fair in the parish hall during that time. Grab a cup of coffee and explore some of the various participation, formation, liturgy & creative expression, and compassion ministry opportunities at Grace. Whether you are new to the parish, or have been here a while, this is a great chance to learn more about where you can connect and share your gifts in our parish community.
Children
• older 3s – K: room 109
• 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade: room 111
• 4th & 5th grade: room 126
Youth
• 6th – 12th grade: room 115
grades 6 & 12 meet in the parish hall at 9:30 AM for the Piping In
Adults
• Ministry Fair: parish hall
We are looking forward to this Sunday and hope you plan to be here with us!
During the 10:45 AM worship service this Sunday, August 14, we will celebrate Cheryl Kelley’s time as Director of Christian Formation at Grace. All our children, youth, and their parents are encouraged to write a card and bring it to church to give to Cheryl during the Peace.
In addition, students, teachers, and school administrators of all ages are invited to bring their backpacks/satchels to be blessed during the service!
All school supply donations for White Sulphur Elementary School are requested by this Sunday, August 14. Thank you for your support of this annual outreach effort!
If you are participating in children or youth formation, the youth piping in, or the ministry fair this Sunday, August 14 – please snap a few photos and email them to Jennifer Williams so we can share them on our social media and have them for our archives!
The T3 men’s group will meet at Tap It (110 Maple Street, Gainesville) at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, August 16. Bring ideas for discussion topics that interest you, and join us for some more pub theology.
A reminder that the DOK will begin a class for those interested in discerning membership to the Order on August 17, at 4:00 PM in the Grace Center Conference Room. The class will meet several weeks to work through the orientation guide for study. After completing the class you may decide if you wish to take a vow to become a member of the Order.
Look ahead to upcoming opportunities for prayer, worship, and community!
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