Sunday Services this week will include Communion at both services. Pastor Bill’s message is entitled Moderation in All Things. The Scripture text is from Luke 10:25-37. Next Sunday, September 11 we will begin the Unshakable Kingdom Sermon Series.
Unshakable Kingdom books will once again be available in the Welcome Center BETWEEN SERVICES. The E. Stanley Jones Foundation was unable to have another supply printed in time for us, but Pastor Brad Lauster came to our rescue! He had access to a supply of the books that were found to have a few typographical errors before the second printing. He’s made those available to us at a reduced cost of $5 per book. It is the same material, and the minor typos do not affect the integrity of the writings. A few of the $7 books are also available in the church office.
We still need folks to pack the rice & beans for PACK HOPE – You can do it!!! Just go to our website, indianagrace.org and click on EVENTS. The signup page for packing rice and bean meals will open. You just need to fill in your name, email and the time you’re able to help. Please sign up today!!!
SOUND: We are delighted to have many young people attending our contemporary services! With everything demanding their attention, it is good to know that they have the need and desire to be in worship and in fellowship with other believers. In our attempts to draw younger people who are used to concerts, we are trying to speak their music language. Since this requires fuller sound, we are sensitive to those who need lower volume. So, we are trying this solution! In the alcoves under each side balcony, the speakers have been turned down so there is a place for those who prefer the lower volume. (If you don’t need lower volume, please save those areas for those who do. We hope and pray this helps anyone who may need this.
Regardless of which volume you most appreciate, we are so thankful that we can come together to… “Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals.” – Psalm 150
MINISTRY FAIR – ALL MINISTRIES MATTER! Over the past month or so, we have highlighted some of our church ministries. On Sunday, September 11th you have an opportunity to check out the many ministries we have here at Grace Church. It’s a great opportunity for you to find your niche to serve. Plan to visit the Ministry Fair in Fellowship Hall between services and after the contemporary service. Refreshments will be available, and the ministry leaders will be present to help you discern where you would like to get involved. There are so many benefits to serving: 1) Helping others feels good!; 2) It brings a sense of belonging and reduces isolation; 3) It helps keep things in perspective; 4) It helps to make the world a happier place—it’s contagious!; 5) The more you do for others, the better you feel about yourself, and 6) It strengthens your relationship with God.
The Annual Church Picnic is on September 18th at 3 PM with dinner served at 4. So that we will have adequate supplies and food, please sign up in the Welcome Center. The Grace Life Team is working hard to provide another great picnic experience for the entire church family. Add to that the inaugural Corn Hole Tournament that will begin at 3:30. (It’s not too late to sign up for the big contest by emailing Dave Watkins at zacchaeus29@comcast.net).
To ensure a variety of foods, we suggest the following covered dishes – each to serve at least 12 – 15 people
Last names beginning with A – I – Dessert
Last names beginning with J – R – Hot Side Dish
Last names beginning with S – Z – Cold Side Dish
Meat, drinks and table service are provided.
It’s not too late to join the Grief Share group that meets on Wednesdays at 6 PM in the Grace in Ministries (GIM) Building. Call Pastor Kathy Mihoerck at 724-463-8535 for more information.
Joey McCombie will lead a six-week Financial Peace Course which starts on Sunday, September 18th. Sign up in the Welcome Center. Joey is a teacher at Greater Latrobe School District who went through the Financial Peace program several years ago. This proven method of managing his earnings made a huge impact on him, and he is anxious to share it with other young…and not-so-young people. You may sign up in the Welcome Center or call the church office to enroll. You will be so glad you did!!
Everyone is invited to “A Sweet Hour of Prayer” on September 12th at 7 PM in Room 101 (Church Street side of the Parlor). We will be praying for Our Church, Our Community and Personal Concerns. The Prayer Committee will be leading us in these prayers.
A new class titled Learn the New Testament – Emphasis on Paul’s Letters will begin soon. The same class will be held on Wednesdays at 6 PM (Room 208) beginning September 14 and on Sundays between services starting September 18 (Room 205). You can contact Kenny Schramko at 724-584-6920 if you have questions. Please sign-up in the Welcome Center.
All women are invited to attend the annual Women’s Fellowship picnic on Tuesday, September 27 at 6:00 PM at the Blair’s home at 137 Mill Run Drive, Indiana. Please sign up in the Welcome Center and join us as we enjoy time together and plan our projects for the upcoming year!
Two NEW MEMBER CLASSES are forming. If you would like to become a member of Grace Church, please fill out a connect card, contact a pastor or call the church office at 724-463-8535. You may attend classes on Sundays or Wednesdays depending on your schedule. Sunday classes will be held between the services at 10:10 AM in Room 101, or Wednesday classes, 6 PM in Room 101. Classes will be held from Sept. 18, through Oct. 12, with participants being presented for membership during a worship service on Sunday, October 16.
FALL MISSION TRIP: We are planning a mission trip to Mayfield, Kentucky from Saturday, November 12th to Saturday, November 19th. Mayfield and surrounding areas were devastated by a tornado last December. We will be working on building new or repairing existing homes. Construction skills are valuable but are not necessary. For more information, please contact Larry Catlos at 724-463-7788 or 724-388-6032.
The Sounds of Grace Orchestra will begin rehearsals Tuesdays, Sept. 13, at 6:30 in the Sanctuary. Anyone who plays a band or orchestra instrument is welcome! For more information, contact Tina St.Clair at 724-463-8535.
A Family Movie Night will take place on Friday, Sept. 30th at 6:00 PM in the Kids Theater. There will be popcorn and ice cream bars to enjoy during the movie.
Grace Kids: The After School Program starts on Sept 21st. Kids and Volunteers can sign up now on the After School Program link on Grace website.
Grace’s Feed the Flock Food Ministry invites new servants to make meals for members of our congregation in the event of a new baby, recent surgery or other hospitalizations, death in the family, or other situations. Contact Sue Stitt to be included in this ministry.
Just for laughs:
A woman was in line to receive communion one Sunday, and her cell phone rang just as the pastor was giving her the elements. The woman turned beet red, stammered an apology, and attempted to get her phone shut off. Without skipping a beat, the pastor said, “Tell them we don’t do takeout.”
