From now until August 11 we will be collecting school supplies for the new elementary school in East Hall that will have students from the former Riverbend Elementary and White Sulphur Elementary Schools. And so the needs of the student population remain very much as they have been in the past. Any items (paper, pencils, crayons, facial tissue, wet wipes, sanitizer, larger-sized pull-ups; more listed on the Deal Elementary website) may be brought to the parish office Monday – Thursday from 10 AM – 4 PM or to the nave on Sunday.
If you would prefer to make a monetary donation, please send your check, made out to Grace Episcopal Church with “school supplies” noted in the memo line, to the office at 422 Brenau Avenue, Gainesville, GA 30501 or drop it in the offering plate on Sundays. You may also make a donation online by check or credit card. Select “Outreach” as the contribution type and note “school supplies” in the memo line.
Please contact Cynthia+ with any questions.
We are combining our annual parish feast day, the Feast of the Holy Cross, with our annual parish picnic for 2024!
Please make note that there will be one combined service at 10:00 AM on Sunday, September 15. We will take a new parish family photo (see previous photos) in the nave immediately following the service and then enjoy a potluck picnic and fellowship.
Rising 9th-12th graders are invited to join Fr. Brandon and Fr. Stuart on a pilgrimage to explore art and the sacred in New York City, October 12-15, 2024. Since total cost will be dependent upon the number of those attending, please email Fr. Brandon if you and your youth would be interested.
Our June Bingo Night was so much fun we’re doing another one! Plan to join us at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, August 7 for a potluck BBQ dinner and a night filled with laughter and silly prizes. All ages welcome.
Grace will provide pulled pork BBQ and drinks. Please bring a side (e.g. slaw, potato salad, mac & cheese, baked beans, deviled eggs, fruit salad, chips, etc.) or dessert to share.
For food planning purposes we are asking for signups by Sunday, August 4.
Sign up now if you are interested in joining a fall 2024 foyers group!
The women of Grace Church will enjoy a weekend of rejoicing, reflection, and renewal January 17 – 19, 2025 at the Montreat Retreat and Conference Center in Montreat, North Carolina.
Look ahead to upcoming opportunities for prayer, worship, and community!
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