News October 13-19
Concert: Georgia Boy Choir
Grace Church Friends of Music welcomes the internationally acclaimed Georgia Boy Choir on Sunday, October 13 at 4:00 PM. Concert is free; a reception will follow in the parish hall.
Georgia Boy Choir, founded in 2009 under the baton of Artistic Director and Conductor, David R. White, has quickly gained a reputation as one of the finest Choirs of its kind. The purpose of the Georgia Boy Choir is to achieve the highest possible standard of musical excellence, while instilling in its members a life-long appreciation of music; an abiding love of beauty; a keen sense of respect for themselves and others; and the self-discipline necessary to become effective leaders in their families, their communities and the world.
Christian Education This Sunday
Christian Education classes for children and youth will not meet on Sunday, October 13. The Sunday Forum will meet but the Parenting with Grace class will not.
Children’s Chapel
There is no Children’s Chapel on Sunday, October 13.
Calling all Benedictines
Time for us to plan for “Religious Life Sunday,” which will be held January 26, 2025. If you use the Rule of St. Benedict as your Rule of Life, please meet with Sr. Genevieve Lynn in the Parish Hall immediately after the 10:45 AM service on Sunday, October 13. This meeting will last 10 to 15 minutes.
Parish Office
The parish office will be closed on Monday, October 14. Fr Brandon & Fr Stuart will be with the youth on pilgrimage in NYC and the rest of the staff will be on vacation or working remotely.
Celebration of Ministry
Please make plans to be at Grace Church on Sunday, October 27 as we celebrate the ministry of The Rev. Dr. Park.
We will gather for a breakfast reception at 9:00 AM in the parish hall. Following the breakfast, Cynthia will preach at a combined Eucharist at 10:00 AM.
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.
Pilgrimage to Greece
If you plan to join Fr. Stuart on the pilgrimage to Greece, we need to know by October 16.
Dates for Your Calendar
Look ahead to upcoming opportunities for prayer, worship, and community!
- October 27 Celebration of Dr. Park’s Ministry
- October 27 EYC: The Saints Before Us
- 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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