Good Morning, friends
Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, in every leaf in springtime!
It was good to see so many folks gathered to worship our Risen Savior last Sunday. Your welcoming handshakes, smiles and conversations spoke volumes to our guests and let them know that we are, indeed, a warm and friendly church whose people love and welcome everyone! A special thank you to the choir, orchestra, and worship band for the music shared at each service.
Let’s build on the momentum as we come to church this Sunday when the new sermon series, Rooted begins with Pastor Bill’s message entitled Plant. The scripture reference is Matthew 12:1-9, 18-23.
MEMBERSHIP CLASSES
You are wanted here, and we would love to have you join us!!! If you are interested in becoming a member of Grace Church, please fill out a Connect Card or call the church office at 724-463-8535. Classes will be held April 16th through May 7th at 10:10 AM in Room 101. Individuals will be accepted into full membership on Sunday, May 21.
Courage and Cancer Support Group will meet on Sunday, April 16 at 3 PM in the Welcome Center. If your life or the life of someone you love has been changed by a cancer diagnosis, please join us. For more information call Pastor Kathy at 724-463-8535 Ext 13.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU
April 12, 2023
Pesto Penne with Shrimp
Caesar Salad, Roll and Dessert
Reservations are requested by 2 PM on Tuesday
Email Becky at bmcanulty@indianagrace.org
Sign up in the Welcome Center or call the church office at 724-463-8535
PRAYER CHANGES THINGS!
Join us for an Hour of Prayer on Tuesdays at 3:15 PM in the Prayer Room.
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: Grace Church will hold a special prayer service at 7 p.m. on May 4th. Local radio host, Todd Marino, will be our featured speaker for the service. Plan now to join us and to invite members of the community.
BOOK SALE
Spring cleaning? Set aside your Book, CD, DVD, and Puzzle donations now for Grace Church’s Used Book Sale June 9 and 10 in the Fellowship Hall. **Please do not drop off at the church yet.** Drop off dates will be announced in May. 100% of proceeds benefit children’s camperships. Contact Barb Wagner, Shanda Tomer, or the church office with any questions.
Youth will meet this Sunday from 6:45 to 8 PM in the Grace Growth Center Youth Room (2nd floor). The doors open at 6:30.
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY:
A Senior Adult trip is planned for Thursday, June 1, to see the Mountain Playhouse comedy, Nunsense, at The Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center in Johnstown. We will depart from the Trinity Church parking lot across from the church (398 Church St.) at 10:30 AM, have lunch (Dutch treat), and see the show at 2:00 PM. The fee is $40. Tickets will be ordered as we receive payments (nonrefundable after May 14). Make checks payable to Grace Church & write Nunsense on the memo line. Drop checks in the offering plate or box, mail to Grace Church, 712 Church St., Ind., PA 15701, or place in the mailbox beside the office door. Deadline to submit checks is May 14.
HOLY LAND TRIP
If you are interested in learning more about the Holy Land Trip with Revs. John and Patsy Ciampa, please plan to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, April 27 at 6:30 PM in Room 101.
WHAT’S YOUR THORN?
EVERYONE is invited to a breakfast in Fellowship Hall on May 20 at 9:30 a.m. to hear Michele Huey, well-known local speaker, author, and lay pastor, present “What’s Your Thorn? His Sufficient Grace,” based on 2 Corinthians, 12:1-10. If you read our local newspaper, you’re probably familiar with her column, “God, Me, and a Cup of Tea.” All adults, men and women alike, are invited to this FREE event. Please sign up in the Welcome Center by May 10 so we know how many delicious breakfast things to provide! Brought to you by Grace Church Prayer Committee.
GUMC Scholarship Announcement – Students and Parents
Grace United Methodist Church has a limited amount of money for scholarships for students who will be attending higher education this fall.
Grace students attending college or vocational schools can apply. Applications are available at the Church Office, the Welcome Center, and on the Grace Church website. The standard annual deadline is May 31, 2023.
BOY SCOUTS
Our Scouts will be holding a Pancake Breakfast in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, April 23 from 8 AM until 1 PM. Plan to enjoy your breakfast here either before or after church services. The scouts and adult leaders will be cooking, serving and cleaning up. Your support will be greatly appreciated.
WOMEN’S MISSION WEEKEND
Heather and Tabitha from UNTO Ministries are coming Saturday, April 29, and Sunday, April 30th from 1-4 PM both days. We will be cutting, tracing, and sewing LuoPads for Humanitarian Aid across the world.
These items are needed prior to the weekend and can be left in a basket in the Mission Hall beginning next Sunday:
- terry cloth towels (bath towels, hand towels, or even dish towels),
- flannel (make sure it’s absorbent – you can test it by putting some droplets of
water on the fabric).
The day of this in-house mission, please bring with you:
- sewing machine (if that is your talent!), OR
- sharpie markers for tracing and scissors for cutting fabric.
Sign-up sheets are in the Welcome Center! If you have any questions, contact Pastor Kathy or Donna Overdorff.
OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT – Friday, May 5, at 8:30 PM. Enjoy popcorn in your pajamas for a showing of Finding Nemo under the stars in the church courtyard. BYOB: Bring Your Own Blanket — or a lawn chair if you prefer. Pick your favorite viewing spot starting at 8 p.m. This FREE event is being put on by the Grace Life Team.
Just for Laughs:
Shortly before morning worship, a minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he could ask the congregation for more money for church repairs. He was even more troubled when he learned that the regular organist was sick. When the last-minute substitute asked what she should play, the pastor replied with a deep sigh, “Whatever you think best.”
Opening the service with announcements, the pastor said, “Brothers and sisters, we are in great difficulty. The roof repairs cost twice as much as we anticipated, and we need another $4,000. Anyone who can pledge one hundred dollars or more, please stand up.”
At that moment, the organist began playing The Star-Spangled Banner.
