NEWS FOR SUN, JULY 16
ON SUNDAY - JULY 16
IN PERSON & ONLINE AT 9 & 10:30 AM
CURRENT SERIES:
Welcome to Grace Fellowship, At The Movies! A series where Pastor Joe uses clips from blockbuster movies to teach powerful spiritual truths. This week, join us for "AIR", an inspiring story about Nike and their collaboration with Michael Jordan. What to do when you feel led to step out in faith and take a risk for something great.
Experience the magic of cinema and Biblical teaching as Pastor Joe guides us through the film, revealing profound insights, and inspiring us to take risks in our faith. Join us this Sunday at 9 or 10:30 AM for At The Movies and be prepared for a transformative journey that will touch your heart and ignite your faith.
WORSHIP SONGS:
We Praise You - Bethel Music
No Longer Slaves - Bethel Music
Living Hope - Bethel Music
Save our 2023 Sunday Worship playlist on Spotify!
MISSIONS MOMENT: Hui Initiative
The Hui (pronounced "h-way") are the largest Muslim ethnic minority group in China, numbering over 14 million and only 0.01% have been reached with the Gospel of Jesus. Pray for the missionaries that we partner with as they build relationships and share the love of Jesus with the Hui people.
Visit the table in the commons to hear more!
GENEROSITY:
THANK YOU so much for all your support. Giving is safe and super easy. Check it out: Online Giving
3 weeks ago:
Budget: $40,000.00
General Giving: $29,072.00
Fiscal Year-to-Date:
Budget: $420,000.00
General Giving: $360,999.00
UPCOMING EVENTS
NOW HIRING
GRACE HAS OPEN POSITIONS
Executive Pastor & Accounting Specialist. See the full job descriptions and how to apply. Pass on the information and pray for the people who will fill these positions!
GROWTH TRACK
TUES, JULY 18 // 6-8:30 PM // ROOM 264
A class to learn all about Grace and how you can be involved! We will dive into the history of Grace and our core values, your spiritual gifts, and ways to volunteer and become a member. We'd love to see you there! RSVP online and we will have all the materials ready for you.
MISSIONARY MEET & GREET
THURS, JULY 20 // 6:30 PM // FIRESIDE ROOM
Tanya Sloan is a Grace member who is a missionary with KidZ at Heart. We have supported her ministry in Haiti and Honduras over the past 8 years and she would love to share about future ministry and how you can be involved!
Tanya and a special guest, Gordon West, the president and founder of KidZ at Heart, will share about opportunities to partner with our Thailand Initiative and plan short term trips to bring training to Thailand.
We would love to have you join us this night!
CHILD DEDICATION
SUN, JULY 30 // DURING BOTH SERVICES
A Child dedication is a celebration for families who commit to raise their children to know and love Jesus! Children can be any age when they are dedicated. RSVP here
WOMEN'S ICE CREAM SOCIAL
MON, JULY 31 // 6:30 PM
Join us for a women's ice cream social on the Grace lawn! Feel free to bring your favorite lawn games and chairs and we'll bring the ice cream. Women 18 and up are invited, can't wait to see you there! We'll meet in the grass between doors 3 & 4.
FALL SERIES - THE CHOSEN
NEW GROUP LEADERS
This fall, Pastor Joe will take us through a series on the popular TV show called The Chosen. This show is about the life of Jesus through the eyes of His disciples and it's life changing. We will focus on season 3, so if you haven't watched it yet, make this your summer show! To find the episodes, google 'the chosen', it's available for free streaming.
We have a lot of new people at Grace and we need to make room for them. So we are looking for new small group leaders. If you are interested, connect with Pastor Monti. She can answer all your questions and tell you all about the training that is provided. Find her in the commons on Sunday or indicate your interest on the connect card.
YOUTH NEWS
JULY SERIES - YTH is currently in the midst of AT THE MOVIES. We are pulling TRUTH for our lives from some of our favorite blockbuster hits.
July 16 - Inside Out
July 23 - Top Gun: Maverick
July 30 - Jesus Revolution
FIRE NIGHTS - Sun, July 30 from 6-8 PM. A night for students who are hungry for more of God. We want to see Him move in our lives and others. Join us for prayer and worship around the fire. Upcoming dates: August 13 & 27.
SUMMER SMALL GROUPS - The last summer small group is happening on Wed, July 26 from 6:30-8 PM. Grades 6-12 are all meeting at church for groups!
1ST WEDNESDAY - Hey! We want to see you this summer! Join us for a super fun event on August 2 from 6:30-8 PM. The upcoming 6th graders are invited to attend so we can get to know them before the fall!
KIDS NEWS
SUMMER SERIES - Our summer series titled Beneath the Surface will take us into the deep sea to discover God's word! Each week, we will learn about a different sea animal and their characteristics. Grace Kids is for 0-5th Grade and meets on Sundays at both 9 & 10:30 AM.
SUMMER FUN DAYS! - Grace Kids is meeting up for some fun this summer! Join us at these events:
July 27 - Party in the park! 1-3 PM at Central Park in Brooklyn Park.
August 10 - Popsicles & play time! 1:30-3 PM at Andrew's Park in Champlin.
4th & 5th GRADE SMALL GROUPS - Sun, August 6 from 6-7:30 PM. You are going to have a blast at small groups. We play crazy games, worship with our awesome Youth helpers, and grow our friendships as we grow in Jesus!
SERVE CAMP - Happening on August 8-10. Our current 3rd-5th graders are invited to participate in a week of showing agape love and serving our community. Day camp will start at Grace with daily devotions and have lunch and service projects together. We have 12 spots left - Apply today!
FUTURE DATES
Kids Party in the Park - July 27
Women's Ice Cream Social - July 31
Youth Camp - July 31 - August 4
Kids Serve Camp - August 8-10
Kids Popsicles at Andrews Splash Pad - August 10
Women's Fall Kick Off - August 21
Move Up Sunday - August 27
Worship & Vision Night - August 30
Fall Kick Off - Sept 10
Groups Kick Off - Sept 13