GATHER: GAP GROUP TO MATTHEW'S PLAYHOUSE TO SEE BRIGHT STAR
January 17th, 7:30pm
Let's go to Matthews for a musical - Bright Star
Ticket registration is on your own through the link below. We don't have a block so get your tickets ASAP. Choose where you want to sit, but maybe focus on rows L-O to try to get together? Just a suggestion.
Annmarie has volunteered to be point-person for questions. Look for an email from Ray.
Matthews Playhouse - Bright Star
RSVP here. Does not get you a ticket, but it does let others know to watch for you.
GIVE: PURSE PROJECT 2025
Here’s how it works:
- During the month of January, collect gently-used purses that you are done using, as well as any items from the list below that you would like to donate. There is a bin in the narthex for donations.
- Early February (possibly the 2nd), we will “pack the purses”.
- Prior to Valentines Day, Jill Douds will deliver the purses to Pilgrim’s Inn or The Life House for the ladies to have.
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body wash
Comb/brush
Gloves/scarf/hat
Socks
Tampons/pads/feminine wipes
Chapstick
Gum/mints/candy
Playing cards
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Dental floss
Umbrella
Nail file/nail clippers
Purse size tissues
Compact size mirrors
Snack bars
Lotion
Hair products/elastics
Note pad and pen
Tweezers
Razors
Deodorant
Soap
Small calendar
Wallet or change purse
Unused make up, perfume
Jewelry
Q tips
Small flashlight
Hand sanitizer
Washcloths
$5 gift cards
GIVE: FORT MILL CARE CENTER
For January, the FMCC is requesting the following items:
- Jelly
- syrup
- pasta and rice
- salt and pepper
- personal hygiene
- laundry detergent
- cleaning supplies
SERVE: ROOM IN THE INN
Grace is hosting Room in the Inn guests again this Winter with Roof Above. We are signed up to host on the following dates: 2/8 and 3/22. There are several opportunities to support the effort this Winter. Please sign up to help here as a driver or overnight guest, and here for other volunteer opportunities.
SERVE: PLANNING TEAMS WOMEN"S RETREAT AND VBS
If you are interested in participating in the planning of the 2025 Women's Retreat or 2025 VBS, please reach out to Kim.
SERVE: VOLUNTEERS IN NURSERY AND CHILDREN'S WORSHIP
We need volunteers in the nursery on Sunday mornings, and also in Children's Worship. You do NOT need to plan or be in charge of these (even for the day you sign up) but we really do need your help. please also reach out to Kim.
GIVE: SOUPER BOWL OF CARING
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025
Grace Youth Group will collect money, canned goods and non-perishable food items for the Fort Mill Care Center after both worship services. This is part of a nationwide effort to end food insecurity. Please as generously as you are able. We will report our collection to tacklehunger.org so we can see the national impact of this effort.
GATHER: GAP GROUP TO WATCH SOUPER BOWL AT BONEBRAKES
February 9th, 6:00pm
Even without the Panthers the party will go on!
Chili/wine/beer will be provided. Bring your A-game appetizer or dessert to share.
If you want to play squares or just make contributions to gYg's Souper Bowl of Caring, bring at least 5 $1 bills.
The game starts at 6:30pm so COME EARLY to get the party started.
This is a great event for a carpool, so phone a friend.
Please RSVP for head count.
LEARN: DEIJ FEBRUARY BOOK TALK
Below is a link to Jamie Weatherly’s book (Unloaded: From Addiction’s Self-Destruction to Purpose) slated for the DEIJ book talk on Sunday, February 16 from 1:30-3:00. He’s the son of Grace’s own Harry and Portia Weatherly. You can order the book from the link below, from Amazon, or buy it from Park Road Books in Charlotte if you want to read it before Jamie’s talk. If you want copies after the book talk, Jamie will bring some. He takes cash, PayPal, and Venmo ($22).
https://jamieweatherly.com/
SERVE: GREETERS AND USHERS NEEDED
We need volunteers willing to be Greeters/Ushers at our 8:00am and 10:15 am worship service each Sunday. Being a Greeter/Usher for our church is an important ministry. First impressions are lasting impressions. We want everyone who enters our church to feel welcome and comfortable. If this is a ministry that you would be interested in, please contact the church office.
LEARN: WEEKLY STUDY GROUPS
- Tuesday (10am on Zoom) The Meaning of Jesus: Two Visions, by Marcus Borg and NT Wright.
- Wednesday Study Group Everything Good about God is True: Choosing Faith, by Bruce Reyes-Chow. (E-mail Joanne for more information about either of these groups.)
- Thursday Study Group (10-11:30am hybrid) The Thursday Morning Bible Study is reading The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr. Please email Celia Wilson for more information. Here is a link to the Zoom.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Please look over the list of classes and we hope that you and your family will join us.
Nursery and Toddlers (Infants through 2 year olds) – Room 8
Early Childhood (3 year old - 5k) – Room 9
Primary Class (1st - 5th grades) – Room 5
Youth (6th-12th grades) - Youth Room
Adult Sunday School - Room 15
SAVE THE DATE:
Ladies, mark your calendars! The 2025 Grace Women’s Retreat will be held April 4-6, 2025 at The Coastal Retreat Center in Isle of Palms, SC.
GATHERING AT GRACE : What opportunities for fun are available at Grace? Where do I belong?
Our (sort of) age related gatherings are for anyone who wants to come and have fun with others. No ID checked! If you want to hang out with folks, no one will turn you away.
- GRACE FAMILY FIRST NIGHTS - We meet on the first Sunday of each month for food and fellowship. Following our meal, one of our awesome musical groups will sing and we usually end the night with a mission project to support one of the many groups we serve. Kim Palmer coordinates this group.
- -ISH GROUP - people who are the age of the parents of our littles and elementary school kids gather for food and fun. Dre Manoni coordinates this group.
- GAP GROUP - We don’t need babysitters (or we do and get them) and can still drive at night. We gather the 3rd Friday night of each month for food and shenanigans. Sometimes we’re at the home of a member, sometimes we can be found at a local pub or restaurant, but we can always be found laughing and having fun. (What’s in the name? It was the group in the gap between our young adults and seniors…that’s not really true anymore, but the name stuck.) Ray Scott is our coordinator.
- DAYTRIPPERS - We go on field trips during the day. From spider lilies to Hello Dolly to Fort Mill History Museum and more. Watch for the monthly adventure. Annmarie Clark coordinates this group. All are welcome!
- VINTAGE GRACE - This group of Seniors gathers annually for a Christmas lunch and gift swap.
- YOUTH - 6th through 12th graders gather weekly for faith-building, service and fun. More details here.
ASSISTIVE LISTENING - DEVICES AND APP
If you have trouble hearing the message and other speaking in the sanctuary, please let the people in the sound booth know. We have three assistive listening devices. It is recommended that you bring your own headphones that can be plugged into the device.
We now have an app available that streams the service. Please check the website for details on how to download and use it.
PARKING ON SUNDAYS AT GRACE
On Sunday mornings, please reserve all of the parking spots in the circle for those with limited mobility unless you hold the monthly Space of Grace.
NAMETAGS
Please remember to wear your nametags on Sunday mornings. We have had quite a few guests attending worship, so it's helpful if we are wearing our nametags. If you are missing your name tag, let Ami know.
SOFT PLASTIC RECYCLING
Great job on continuing your collections! We have received several benches with half going to the Historic Paradise Foundation. Have you ever wondered where the plastic goes after we collect it? The following 2 videos will provide those answers:
Recycling program
Trex factory
HUG ME DOLLS
Do you know someone who needs a hug? Melissa has been making some hug-me dolls and is ready to make some more. They come in a wide variety, with each one just waiting to be hugged. They are $10 with all proceeds going to Thornwell Home for Children and Teenagers.
INTERFAITH PARTNERSHIP WITH TEMPLE SOLEL
Presbyterian Church & Jewish Temple Partner – Sharing Lessons of Hospitality: CN2 News article