NEWS FOR SUN, JAN 15
ON SUNDAY - JAN 15
IN PERSON & ONLINE AT 9 & 10:30 AM
MESSAGE: Week 3 of Momentum for Life
It's a fresh year and fresh start. Build Momentum in your faith and life.
MISSIONS MOMENT
This Sunday we are highlighting a missionary family that Grace supports and hear how God is working through them to spread the good news. John-Mark and Sara Sheppard have served in Liberia since 2013 with SIM. Hear more about who they are and what they do and meet them in the commons!
GENEROSITY
THANK YOU so much for all your support. Giving is safe and super easy. Check it out: Online Giving
GROWTH TRACK 2
This is a 3 part class and it takes place on Sundays at 10:30 AM in room 264. If you are new or newer to Grace and want to learn what makes us unique, join us for this class. This is also a great class for you if you are ready to start serving on the Dream Team or become a Grace Member. Sign up here
JOIN A GROUP
JANUARY GROUPS RELAUNCH
It's a new year and a fresh start. Why not check out a Small Group if you're not in one already! We have small groups for all ages and stages of life, from 4th Grade to retirement. Groups typically meet once a week for faith discussions, prayer, and some good ole fun! Head to the website to see a full list of available groups. You can find a day and location and the group dynamics that work best for you.
GRACE MOMS
LAUNCHING JAN 31 // 6:30 PM // ROOM 264
Grace Moms is launching in January! This group will start meeting twice a month. Gather for encouragement, speakers, and hanging out with like minded women. Let's be real, being a mom is hard as well as amazing. So come and check it out! No sign up is needed, just show up. All the upcoming dates and times are on the website.
30 SECOND THEOLOGY
SUN, FEB 12 // 9 & 10:30 AM
Get ready... 30 Second Theology is back! This is a day much anticipated by football fans nationwide as well as a morning of inspiration and fun for this Grace family. Learning about Jesus through funny and touching game day commercials. You will be pumped up for a fantastic morning!
And Grace Kids is planning an amazing morning of Sports Sunday! Sharing the good news of the love of Jesus in a fun and relatable way! Bring a friend and wear your favorite sports attire.
CRAFT GROUP DIY EVENT
SAT, JAN 14 // 10 AM - 1 PM // ROOM 264
Join us for a time of fellowship and bring along your craft project if you'd like! This will be a great morning to laugh and be together. No registration needed!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY - SIMPSON SHELTER
JAN 20TH
This month, we are serving a hot meal at the Simpson Shelter on Fri the 20th instead of the 2nd Friday of the month.
There is still opportunity to sign up to serve the meal or to provide the food. Check out the sign up list here!
Please feel free to contact Dan & Kate Nightingale if you have questions on how you can start serving with this group!
YOUTH NEWS
JAN SERIES - This series titled Beloved will teach us how to find our identity in Christ. Middle School meets at 9 AM & High School meets at 10:30 AM.
WINTER RETREAT - It's time for our favorite weekend of the year! Come and get fired up about Jesus! Pastor TJ & your adult leaders will take Middle & High Schoolers to Camp Lebanon Feb 10-12. It's a unique opportunity to experience God and build friendships. Register Here
SMALL GROUPS - This is a great time to join a group and start your new year with community! Our small groups meet on Wed nights and are split by grade and gender and Middle School meets at church while High School meets in homes near church. This season will be a great one to solidify new friendships you're building and digging deeper into your faith. Sign up if you're brand new to groups!
KIDS NEWS
JAN SERIES - This series titled Pet Rocks will teach us the foundations of following Jesus. Grace Kids is for 0-5th Grade and meets at both 9 & 10:30 AM.
4TH & 5TH GROUPS - Sun, Jan 8 from 6-7:30 PM in room 134. We are so excited for what God has in store for us in 2023! Invite a friend and come ready to have an awesome night of worship, community, prayer, & diving deeper into the word of God! Contact Pastor Jenn if you would like to sign up to bring a snack!
FAMILY BOARD GAME NIGHT - Sun, Jan 22 from 6-8 PM in the gym. Bring the whole family and your favorite board game and escape the winter cold! Concession snacks are available and all donation proceeds go towards Grace Kids Missions.
CHILD DEDICATIONS - Sun, Jan 29 in both main services. This is a celebration for families who commit to raise their children to know and love Jesus! The Grace congregation also commits to supporting the family in this journey. Children can be any age when they are dedicated. Register online
BIBLE TRIVIA - Sun, Jan 29 and every 5th Sunday! The theme for trivia is parables, the gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), and Exodus. Questions will be posted the week before on Facebook and printed on Sun, Jan 22.