Church Luncheon Honoring Rev. Melvyn Cooke
On Sunday, Aug. 4th we will have a church-wide luncheon to honor Rev.Melvyn and to express our gratitude and love for him and his sincere service to Grace. Cost will be $8.00 for adults and $4.oo for children 10 and under. the UMW will host this event. Thank you, Melvyn, for a most wonderful six weeks!
ICP Awareness T-shirts
A reminder to support Judd's Legacy as Allison and Brandon Gardner continue to bring awareness of Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy to expectant mothers and healthcare providers. Plans are to have a day in the fall where everyone wears their shirts to honor the memory of their son Judd William Garnder. Shirts can be purchased from the church office or by signing the order sheets at the Welcome Center. Cost is $12-$15. Make checks payable to Grace UMC and designate for #juddslegacy.
Youth Yard Sale in September
The youth will have a fundraiser yard sale on Sat. Sept 7, 2019. They are planning a retreat trip to Lake Junaluska ln 2020 and would appreciate any indoor or outdoor items you'd like to donate.They ask that you not donate clothing. If you have items to donate, please contact the church office for a good time to bring to the church or to have the youth pick up. Thank you for your help with this great project,
Special Music While Choir Takes a Break
During July and August the choir will take a summer break. In their absence will be special music performed by the adult Sunday School classes, Tommy Bishop, and other talented church members. The choir will return on Sunday, Sept. 1st.
Salkehatchie Lancaster Camp June 15 - 22, 2019
Grace is proud of a great group of youth led by Grayson Fallaw, who worked at the Lancaster Salkehatchie Camp June 15 - 22, 2019. They are Allie Owens, Delani Rash, Katie Wagner, Grant Harris, Jon Nick Gault, Jacob Gault, and Clint Smallwood. We appreciate them serving as Salkehatchie servants, being the hands and feet of Jesus.
No Family Night Supper in July
We will take a summer break from Family Night Supper in July. We will resume on August 28, 2019 at 6:00 PM. Hosts will be the Young Adult Class. Have a great summer!
Christian Education Sunday! August 25th
Christian Education Day is being planned for Sunday, August 25, from 9 am until 10 am. We will have the opportunity to show our appreciation for GUMC Christian Educators as well as to recognize our rising third and sixth graders. A delicious pick-up breakfast will be provided by Brenda Childers and her Hostess Committee. Our regular Sunday School classes will begin at 10:00 am.
2019 Altar Flowers
Please consider placing flowers on the altar for morning worship in honor of or memory of a loved one. This not only helps with our church budget but also beautifies our sanctuary. You may sign up on the calendar located by the water fountain in the education building or in the church office. Thank you for your help in this ministry.
Christmas Cantata
On December 2nd, the Chancel Choir presented the Cantata "A Candlelight Christmas" by Benjamin Harlan during the worship service From Advent to Nativity, the message of Christmas was conveyed in fresh musical moments through traditional carols and new Christmas songs= by the choir and organ and the spoken word through narration. Please follow the link to see a glimpse of our wonderful Cantata:
Grace UM Church Directory
Are we ready for a new church directory? Our last one was developed in 2014. We are planning a 2019 directory. More information to follow as to when pictures will be taken.
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