It’s Fall, y’all! The brisk temperature this morning sure confirmed the season! Football, homecoming, final harvests and beautiful color all make this a favorite season for so many people. We hope you will find joy in each day whether or not this is your favorite time of year.
MIDNIGHT MISSION is Friday, October 1st. Are you looking for a way to show the love of Christ in a tangible way? Providing some baked goods for Midnight Mission is one great way to do that. Students have told us for years how much they love and miss homemade treats. You can drop off goodies inside the main entrance on Thursday and Friday between 7:30 AM and 3:00 PM. You can also be a part of handing out those cookies and hotdogs. There will be sign-ups in the Welcome Center. The Mission will go from 9:00pm to 12:30 am. Pastor Caleb and Phil Floyd are heading up this event and would love to have you join them in this outreach mission.
Many IUP Students have been attending church services since the start of this semester. It is so good to welcome them into our church family. Not only are they attending services, but they are also coming out to serve. One fraternity called to offer their services when we need some manpower, a girls softball team and many other IUP students come out to pack rice and beans last evening, and still others are volunteering with the After School Program. We are blessed to have them with us. Let’s be a blessing to them!
COMMUNITY EVANGELISM If you would like to share the good news of Jesus Christ with the community right outside our walls, please come to the parlor (Room 102) after the 2nd service on September 26th. We will talk, eat pizza and pray together, and then go out into the streets and ask people a simple but powerful question: “Hello, may I talk with you about Jesus?” The harvest is plentiful, and it is God alone who uses willing servants to change lives. Questions? Contact Wes Tomer 724-953-1448.
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The Women’s Fellowship group is collecting personal hygiene items (and monetary donations) to replenish the UMCOR kits sent to the victims of the recent hurricanes. Following is a list of needed items that they are collecting in the Welcome Center until October 10.
· Hand towels (no larger than 17” x 27”; no kitchen or microfiber are accepted)
· Wash clothes (also no microfiber)
· Toothbrushes (adult only; in original single packaging)
· Adhesive bandages (3/4” to 1” size)
· Bath soap (3 oz. or larger in original packaging; no Ivory or Jergens)
· Combs (longer than 6”; no pocket combs)
· Metal nail clippers – fingernail or toenail (no emery boards or metal files)
ALL ITEMS MUST BE NEW!
ALL ITEMS MUST BE NEW!
The Artist Hand, our neighbors just across Gompers Avenue have recently completed a mural celebrating Youth on the walls at the rear of their building. You are cordially invited to the unveiling and celebration of the new mural at 1 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. The program will last approximately ½ hour. With children and youth high on our priority list, we certainly want to celebrate the young people around the community. Come out and enjoy the artwork.
At 3 p.m. this Sunday, the installation of our new District Superintendent will take place in our sanctuary. Bishop Koikoi, as well as clergy and lay people from our district will be present. You are cordially invited to attend the service of installation.
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YOUTH MINISTRY
Youth will meet this Sunday from 6:30 to 8 PM in the Grace Growth Center Youth Room (2nd floor). The doors open at 6:15. Bring your friends and join the fun. You’ll want to learn about all the upcoming activities we have planned. Parents and others: Donations of snacks are ALWAYS appreciated!
On October 16, the youth group will do a Mission Project with Kenny Schrako building a ramp for the Ramps of Hope Ministry. Come out and share (or learn) carpentry skills while you help to provide a ramp for someone who needs the mobility and accessibility a ramp can provide.
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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
We have 75 kids signed up for the After School Program from the 4 elementary schools Thank you to our faithful volunteers (could still use more), the kids loved you, and really had a great time these past two weeks. Volunteering here isn’t a life commitment…just get on a schedule to help when you can. You’ll be so blessed to work with our amazing kids. Contact Pastor Marty if you are interested.
Please pray for a bus driver for the 35 Ben Franklin kids who have yet to join us at the After School Program.
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PHOTO DIRECTORY
Don’t forget to make an appointment for your picture to be in the new professional Photo Directory which is coming this fall. Photo opportunities are October 6-7 and October 25-26. Those dates, again, are October 6-7 & October 25-26. Pictures will be taken between 2pm and 9:30pm. While no sales will take place during the photo sessions, optional purchases will be offered to you online following the photo dates. Please click this link to make your appointment:
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The Family Life Weekend to Remember Marriage Retreat is at the Pittsburgh Marriot North in Cranberry. You may choose between two different weekends: Pittsburgh I from 10/29 – 31/2021 and Pittsburgh II is 11/12 – 11/14/2021. Now until 9/13/21 the event cost is half-off. Instead of paying $350 for the event, you will pay $175 (Also include the group name: IndianaIdo). After 9/13/2021, you can receive $100 off per couple for the event price by just using the GROUP name: IndianaIdo. Couples are responsible for booking their hotel room and paying for their own meals. If you mention that you are attending “the Weekend to Remember” when booking at the Pittsburgh Marriott North, the discounted price can be $125 per night, which includes their great breakfast! This discount is dependent on availability, so make yourreservation as soon as possible. Pittsburgh Marriott North, 100 Cranberry Woods Drive, Cranberry Township,PA 16066. #724.772.3700. The link for you to register for the event is
https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/
https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS
The first Wednesday Night Dinner of the year was a huge success with nearly 100 people coming out for a delicious meal. Please remember to make a reservation by noon on Tuesday if you plan to come to the dinner this week when the menu is Homemade Tomato Soup, 3-Cheese Grilled Sandwich, BLT Salad and Dessert. Dinner is served between 5 and 6 p.m. and the cost is just $5 per person, ages 5 and up. You may reserve by signing up in the Welcome Center, email Becky McAnulty at bmcanulty@indanagrace.org or call the church office.
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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
If you are looking for an Adult Sunday School class, there are two that meet between the worship services at 10:10 AM. The Live Wire class meets in Room 102 (Parlor) and the Journey Class meets in Room 208 at the corner of Fellowship Hall.
We are starting a new Sunday School Class titled “Learn the Bible.” It will run every Sunday from 10:10 to 11:00 AM in Room 205 starting September 26, 2021 following the 9 AM Service. It is geared towards two groups: 1) those who know nothing about the Bible but are anxious to learn, and 2) those who are familiar with the Bible but would like a deeper understanding of main characters, the timeline, and background information of first century life when Jesus came on the scene. It will be led by Kenny Schramko. You can contact him at 724-584-6920 or steelersfan345@gmail.com with any questions. All are welcome!
Welcome, all College students and Young Professionals. Join us for fellowship, prayer, and Bible Study!
If you want to make new friends and practically apply God’s word to life – join us in Room 207 – just off Fellowship Hall on Sunday mornings at 10:10 a.m. It’s a great class and a great way to meet new friends.
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COMMUNITY EVANGELISM
If you would like to share the good news of Jesus Christ with the community right outside our walls, please come to the parlor (room 102) after the 2nd service on the 26th. We will talk, eat pizza and pray together, and then go out into the streets and ask people a simple but powerful question: “Hello, may I talk with you about Jesus”? The harvest is plentiful, and it is God alone who uses willing servants to change lives. Questions? Contact Wes Tomer (724) 953-1448
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ATTENTION ALL LADIES!
We still have some early-bird tickets for thee “She Is” Christian Women’s Conference at the KCAC October 22-23, 2021. This year’s theme is She is Resilient and is featuring authors/speakers Mo Isom Aiken and Lisa Bevere. After a large group of Grace ladies attended the She Is concert in 2019, the church purchased several tickets at the early bird/group rate of $37.35 for adults/$22.20 for students. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, or have any questions, please contact Beth Fabin. (beth.fabin@gmail.com or 724-388-8871).
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While we still live stream each worship service, we are happy to see more and more people coming to our live services where you can actively participate in worship. This Sunday, Pastor Bill begins a new series on Biblical Trios. The sermon title for this week is Adam and Eve’s Three Sons (Murderer/Correct Sacrifices/Legacy). Please join us! After the most recent sermon series, perhaps you’ve been convicted to share Jesus with others. Inviting someone to church is a big step in sharing Jesus. Why not start this Sunday.
The altar flowers this Sunday are presented by Tom and Diane Hetrick in memory of their parents.
Enjoy the sunshine and have a great day!
