SERVE: BETHEL OVERFLOW SHELTER DRIVERS
We are an overflow shelter for Bethel Men’s Shelter Monday, February 23rd-March 8th. There are more unhoused people in need of shelter than Bethel alone can provide for and they will never turn a person away during the colder months.
As an overflow shelter, the only thing we are required to do is provide transportation from Bethel to Grace in the evening and return to Bethel in the morning (using their 14 passenger bus and the church van). Here is the Sign-Up to volunteer to drive!
GATHER: DAYTRIPPERS
Thursday, February 26th at 11:30am
The Daytrippers will honor Black History Month by traveling to Rock Hill to have lunch at the historic Kounter Restaurant follwed by the "Jail, No Bail" Exhibit adjacent to the restaurant. We will meet at Grace (or Kounter) - please indicate if you need a ride in your RSVP - have lunch at 12:00pm and return to Grace around 2:30pm. For more information on the exhibit, click here. For questions, contact Annmarie. Please RSVP in Realm.
GATHER: TEMPLE SOLEL PURIM CELEBRATION
Friday, February 27th at 7 PM in room 15
The Temple Solel community is inviting Grace families to join the celebration of Purim on Friday, February 27th. This is the annual Jewish holiday that remembers the story of Queen Esther and how the Jewish people were saved from “wicked Haman.” There will be a very short service and the reading of an abbreviated Megillah, Esther’s story. Please bring boxes of noodles as noisemakers. We all shake these to drown out the name of Haman every time his name is read. All these boxes will be collected and donated to the Blessing Box and the Fort Mill Care Center. Costumes are encouraged, whether tied to the story of Esther or not, and there will be some prizes! Please RSVP to Ami.
LEARN: DEIJ REAL CONVERSATION
Sunday, March 1st at 9:00am
All adults and youth are welcome! Our guests will be:
LEARN: GRACE LUNCH AND LEARN
Sunday, March 1st at 11:30
Lunch and Learn is time to learn more about Grace – our history, staff, missions and programs. It’s also an opportunity to get to know you and for you to get to know us and have your questions answered. There is no obligation to join the church at that time, but if you are ready, that’s when we do the reception of members (then at worship on another date.) If you would like to attend this Lunch and Learn, please RSVP to Joanne.
GATHER: GRACE FAMILY FIRST NIGHT
March 1st, 5:00pm
Please join us for our March Grace Family First night on March 1st at 5:00 pm. We will be having a potluck, so please bring a main dish along with a side dish or dessert to share. After our meal, we will be decorating bags for our Room in the Inn guests to take with them. We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP in Realm or by calling the church office.
GIVE: PURSE PROJECT 2026
Here’s how it works:
GATHER: 3RD ANNUAL FUN WITH FIRST RESPONDERS
Saturday, March 7th, 9:00am-3:00pm (sensory time 9-10am)
Grace Presbyterian Church is once again partnering with Fort Mill EMS for a fun day of excitement, games and hands-on activities with your local heroes. Meet first responders, explore emergency vehicles and enjoy a fun-filled day of learning, community connection and more! For more information, check out their Facebook page here.
GATHER: GUYS' SUPPER CLUB
Tuesday, March 10th at 6:00pm-7:30pm
Please join us for good food and great conversation! We will be eating at BearWalrus in Rock Hill! Please RSVP in Realm or by calling the church office.
GATHER: GRACE WOMEN'S RETREAT
April 24th-26th
Come join the wonderful women of Grace for a weekend full of renewal, relaxation, and joy! We are excited to invite you to our retreat at Isle of Palms, South Carolina from April 24th to 26th. Whether you bring a friend or come by yourself, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen existing friendships and create new ones. Don’t miss out on this incredible weekend! We will coordinate carpooling and enjoy meals together. Our focus this year will be on exploring Sabbath Practices and delving into the book "Good Enough: 40 Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection" by Kate Bowler. Feel like two days in IOP isn’t enough? You can also join us a day early on Thursday for some additional time to unwind and explore the beach. Please Register in Realm (paper registration forms are also available in the narthex).
LEARN: 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
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.
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
We are an overflow shelter for Bethel Men’s Shelter Monday, February 23rd-March 8th. There are more unhoused people in need of shelter than Bethel alone can provide for and they will never turn a person away during the colder months.
As an overflow shelter, the only thing we are required to do is provide transportation from Bethel to Grace in the evening and return to Bethel in the morning (using their 14 passenger bus and the church van). Here is the Sign-Up to volunteer to drive!
GATHER: DAYTRIPPERS
Thursday, February 26th at 11:30am
The Daytrippers will honor Black History Month by traveling to Rock Hill to have lunch at the historic Kounter Restaurant follwed by the "Jail, No Bail" Exhibit adjacent to the restaurant. We will meet at Grace (or Kounter) - please indicate if you need a ride in your RSVP - have lunch at 12:00pm and return to Grace around 2:30pm. For more information on the exhibit, click here. For questions, contact Annmarie. Please RSVP in Realm.
GATHER: TEMPLE SOLEL PURIM CELEBRATION
Friday, February 27th at 7 PM in room 15
The Temple Solel community is inviting Grace families to join the celebration of Purim on Friday, February 27th. This is the annual Jewish holiday that remembers the story of Queen Esther and how the Jewish people were saved from “wicked Haman.” There will be a very short service and the reading of an abbreviated Megillah, Esther’s story. Please bring boxes of noodles as noisemakers. We all shake these to drown out the name of Haman every time his name is read. All these boxes will be collected and donated to the Blessing Box and the Fort Mill Care Center. Costumes are encouraged, whether tied to the story of Esther or not, and there will be some prizes! Please RSVP to Ami.
LEARN: DEIJ REAL CONVERSATION
Sunday, March 1st at 9:00am
All adults and youth are welcome! Our guests will be:
- Eleonora Gorelik, member of Temple Solel, who lived as a Jew in Russia 1938-1996. This time in history included the later part of Stalin’s rule, WWII, the Cold War era and the collapse of the USSR.
- Manolo Betancur, owner of Manolo’s Bakery in Charlotte, is a Colombian-born entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social activist who has dedicated his life to uplifting communities through business, advocacy, and humanitarian efforts.
LEARN: GRACE LUNCH AND LEARN
Sunday, March 1st at 11:30
Lunch and Learn is time to learn more about Grace – our history, staff, missions and programs. It’s also an opportunity to get to know you and for you to get to know us and have your questions answered. There is no obligation to join the church at that time, but if you are ready, that’s when we do the reception of members (then at worship on another date.) If you would like to attend this Lunch and Learn, please RSVP to Joanne.
GATHER: GRACE FAMILY FIRST NIGHT
March 1st, 5:00pm
Please join us for our March Grace Family First night on March 1st at 5:00 pm. We will be having a potluck, so please bring a main dish along with a side dish or dessert to share. After our meal, we will be decorating bags for our Room in the Inn guests to take with them. We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP in Realm or by calling the church office.
GIVE: PURSE PROJECT 2026
Here’s how it works:
- During the months of February and March, collect gently-used purses that you are finished using, as well as any items from the list that you would like to donate. There will be a bin in the narthex for donations.
- At Grace Family First Night (April Edition) on March 29th, we will “pack the purses”.
GATHER: 3RD ANNUAL FUN WITH FIRST RESPONDERS
Saturday, March 7th, 9:00am-3:00pm (sensory time 9-10am)
Grace Presbyterian Church is once again partnering with Fort Mill EMS for a fun day of excitement, games and hands-on activities with your local heroes. Meet first responders, explore emergency vehicles and enjoy a fun-filled day of learning, community connection and more! For more information, check out their Facebook page here.
GATHER: GUYS' SUPPER CLUB
Tuesday, March 10th at 6:00pm-7:30pm
Please join us for good food and great conversation! We will be eating at BearWalrus in Rock Hill! Please RSVP in Realm or by calling the church office.
GATHER: GRACE WOMEN'S RETREAT
April 24th-26th
Come join the wonderful women of Grace for a weekend full of renewal, relaxation, and joy! We are excited to invite you to our retreat at Isle of Palms, South Carolina from April 24th to 26th. Whether you bring a friend or come by yourself, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen existing friendships and create new ones. Don’t miss out on this incredible weekend! We will coordinate carpooling and enjoy meals together. Our focus this year will be on exploring Sabbath Practices and delving into the book "Good Enough: 40 Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection" by Kate Bowler. Feel like two days in IOP isn’t enough? You can also join us a day early on Thursday for some additional time to unwind and explore the beach. Please Register in Realm (paper registration forms are also available in the narthex).
LEARN: 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
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 : -Ish is one of our interest/affinity groups at Grace and anyone can join! We call ourselves ISH because all of our group descriptions are open in interpretation. 😊 We are young(ish) and many would describe their stage of life as chaotic with lots of competing schedules and commitments. Some of us are married, some are not. Some have kids, some do not. We like to meet for lunch after church the 3rd Sunday of each month (“Lunch & Hang) and usually help coordinate things like celebrating a wedding or baby showers, things like that. We are always looking to meet new folks and are open to expanding the types of events we do based on the interest of the group. We are always evolving, just like Grace! If you are interested in helping host/planning an event or want to get involved, reach out to Dre Manoni. We have a Facebook group where we try to keep things updated(ish) when we are doing stuff. You can request to join the group by searching “The -Ish@Grace” on FB. 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