NEWS FOR SUN, JULY 9
ON SUNDAY - JULY 9
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 "A Man Called Otto", a moving story about finding purpose in our pain and embracing second chances through grace.
Experience the magic of cinema and Biblical teaching as Pastor Joe guides us through the film, revealing profound insights, and inspiring us to live purposeful lives. 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.
Parental Warning: Although we won't show any video clips about suicide, Pastor Joe will talk about this aspect of the film and share a personal story of one man's attempt to take his life that was altered through an invitation to meet Jesus. We encourage you to bring your students to Grace Kids and Grace YTH so they can experience Jesus on their level. See below for the Kids and Youth message series.
WORSHIP SONGS:
In Jesus' Name (God of Possible) - by Katy Nichole
I Surrender - by Hillsong Worship
Holy Spirit - by Kari Jobe
Save our 2023 Sunday Worship playlist on Spotify!
NEXT GEN MISSIONS OFFERING:
It's amazing how our Kids and Youth have the desire to see lives changed and they want to be a part of it in tangible ways! On the 2nd Sunday of the month, our students have the opportunity to give an offering towards missionaries.Grace Kids gave a total of $4,362.50 during VBS week to our missionaries!!
Give online or in person.Kids Online Offering/Youth Online Offering
GENEROSITY:
THANK YOU so much for all your support. Giving is safe and super easy. Check it out: Online Giving
2 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!
DAYS FOR GIRLS
MON, JULY 10 // 6:30 PM // ROOM 268
A serving opportunity that will help give back time into the lives of women who would otherwise have to skip work or school because of their period. This team creates reusable pads & hygiene kits that are distributed to places where it is hard to access or buy these period products. Volunteer help trace patterns, cut fabric, sew, & assemble kits. No experience is needed, the team will teach you. Hope you can make it!
MAPLE GROVE PARADE
JULY 13 // 6:30 PM // MAPLE GROVE
We are bringing the love out into our community. Bring your family, friends, & small group and join us at the summer parades! There is still time to sign up to walk in the Maple Grove parade on July 13. All volunteers get a sweet t-shirt and will have tons of fun. You can sign up on Sunday's connect card or online.
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!
FALL SERIES - SMALL GROUP LEADERS
CATCH UP OR RE-WATCH THE SHOW!
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.
YOUTH NEWS
JULY SERIES - July 9 starts YTH AT THE MOVIES. We are pulling TRUTH for our lives from some of our favorite blockbuster hits.
July 9 - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
July 16 - Inside Out
July 23 - Top Gun: Maverick
July 30 - Jesus Revolution
FIRE NIGHTS - Sun, July 9 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: July 30, August 13 & 27.
SUMMER SMALL GROUPS - Grades 6-12 are all meeting at church for groups! 6:30-8 PM on Wednesdays. July 12 & 26.
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 11 - Let's go to the movies! ELEMENTAL @ Noon. At the Champlin Mann Theater - tickets cost $5.50 and can be purchased online. Rated PG: parents, please read reviews before you buy tickets.
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 Movie Day - July 11
High School Mexico Mission Trip - July 10-20
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