Highlights

"Grace Renewed"

We are rooted in faith, shaped by generations who have worshiped, served, given, taught, and cared for this church and its ministry.


We are renewed in community and service, as we worship and learn together, nurture children and students, care for one another, and carry Christ’s love beyond our walls. And together, we are renewed for what’sahead.


Throughout October, we’ll share more about the ministries our stewardship supports and invite every household to prayerfully consider renewing or making a financial commitment for 2027. As we look ahead, we also have an opportunity to finish 2026 strong. Your continued generosity helps Grace meet today’s commitments while building on the strong foundation of faithfulness that makes our ministry possible.


Our roots are strong. Our ministry is active. Together, we look ahead with hope.

OCTOBER ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES

PLEASE REGISTER NOW!

See more Activities under CONNECT!

Worship

September 20, 2026 Worship Services

8:30 Traditional 

Sermon: "Lead Me in Your Truth"

8:45 Contemporary and 11:00 Traditional

Sermon: "Whose Truth"                       


Prepare for worship by reading the following:

8:30 Scripture Reading:  Matthew 21:23-32

8:45 & 11:00 Psalter: Psalm 25:1-9

Sermon Scripture:  

8:30 Psalter: Psalm 25:1-9

8:45 & 11:00 Scripture Reading:  Matthew 21:23-32

 

WORSHIP SCHEDULE:

  • 8:30AM Traditional Service - Asbury Building Chapel

       Rev. Amber Forrest (preacher & liturgist)

     

  • 8:45AM LifeSong Service - Wesley Center
  • Rev. Terry Fleming (preacher)

       Rev. Terry Fleming (liturgist) Rev. Dr. John Newell (communion)


  • 11:00AM Traditional Service - Wesley Center
  • Rev. Terry Fleming (preacher)
  • Rev. Amber Forrest (liturgist)

Prayer

Prayer Concerns and Praises as of Thursday, October 8

  • Kelsey (Peter) Shull in the death of her mother, Julie Kerr, who passed to eternal life on Oct. 1.

Doctor's Hospital:

  • Nancy Childers

Prisma Richland (Columbia):

  • Damon Haley

Grand River Health & Rehab (Painesville, Ohio):

  • Pam Rawlinson

Recently Discharged:

  • John Travis, son of Sandra Travis
  • Beth Ann Young
  • Carolyn "Joyce" Blake

Connect

Welcome to "Come and Follow Me", a Mommy & Me class where we will be meeting together in Grace’s Children’s Ministry wing (Asbury Building - upper level) to explore a Bible story through the eyes of preschoolers & toddlers. This is a hands-on learning class that also encourages moms & little ones to make new friends! 


Class Info: We will be focusing on Creation Day 1 (Genesis 1:1-5)

Class Ages: Toddlers and Preschoolers (4K and under)

Class Schedule:

  • Bible Story - Read Creation (Genesis 1,2:1-4)
  • Movement - Day 1 Celebration Dance with Flashlights
  • Bible Play Activities (themed to Light) - Sensory "Rice & Beans" Tables, Sensory Water Table, and "Night & Day" Painting on Group Floor Tray
  • Transition Song
  • "Hide and Seek" Goodbye Activity 

While attending this class, you and your little one can expect an interactive, fun, and messy way to learn about God and His Creation. Our focus for this class is on Creation Day 1. Each class will focus on one of the Days of Creation. Everything done during class time will reinforce the Bible story in a kid friendly manner! Toddlers and preschoolers learn best while playing and getting messy! Please dress to get messy and make new friends.

  • Fall Retreat (Friday, October 9- Sunday, October 11) - We have a group headed to Ridge Haven for a weekend of fun and faith conversations. Please pray for our students and chaperones.
  •  No Sunday School or Sunday Night Gathering on Sunday, October 11. (Returns October 18)


  • Trunk-or-Treat at Jack-o-Lantern Jubilee (Saturday, October 24) - Come help us at the Grace Student Ministry trunk! Let's decorate the best trunk together!
All About Grace Student Ministry!

Contact: Rev. Amber Forrest, Minister of Youth and Young Adult Discipleship

amber@gotgraceumc.org

Serve

Pick Up Your Operation Christmas Child Shoebox! THEN, FILL IT UP!

Operation Christmas Child (OCC) Time Schedule:

Shoebox Locations for pickup:

  • Asbury Office Building
  • Wesley Center Upper Level by elevator and in Auditorium
  • Wesley Center Lower Level in the Lobby area

(Once your boxes are filled, M-F drop off to Office Conference room)

October 25 - Youth to fill 50 shoeboxes

Friday, November 13 - Deadline to return filled shoeboxes to Asbury Building Conference room

Sunday, November 15 - Blessing of the Shoeboxes in all 3 services


Thank you for filling a shoebox and spreading God's love!


If you cannot fill a shoebox you may donate $$ : Each box has a $10 shipping cost.

MISSIONS: A Small Act of Kindness Can Make Someone’s Day!

Help Stock the Pantry at Community Ministry of North Augusta (CMONA)

Help keep the Grace Blessing Box filled!

"Supporting Our Schools" Monthly School Drive


CMONA operates a wonderful Thrift Store to help fund their various operations. Thank you for your support! 

Location: 531 Belvedere Clearwater Rd, North Augusta, SC 29841; (803) 279-5771


Food Donations accepted at the Ministry Building Wednesday-Friday 9:30AM-3:00PM. Or bring your items to Grace. 

There are dropoff boxes in the Asbury and Wesley Center buildings for CMONA items which are picked up weekly!


THIS WEEK'S wish list, Sept 23-25, is for the items of greatest priority:

coffee, flour, sugar, oil, mayo, tea bags, instant tea, canned goods (corn, tomatoes, potatoes, beets, ravioli, chili, soups, peaches, pears, and oranges), ramen, chickpeas, white beans, oatmeal, juice, and snacks.

Grace Blessing Box is located on the side of the Scout Hut off of East Ave. It is filled daily by our church members. 


A sincere thanks to all who are participating in the Blessing Box ministry at Grace.  Please prayerfully consider joining this important ministry. If you wish to sign up for a monthly date, please contact David Comer at dcomer3@comcast.net or call Karen in the church office. 


May these small offerings be helpful to those who will visit the Blessing Box in the coming days.

"Supporting Our Schools" Monthly School Supplies Drive

Our Aiken County Schools have been in session for a while now, and some schools and classrooms may find themselves running low on supplies already. To be better neighbors to our local schools, Grace UMC will begin collecting one item of school supplies each month to share with our partners at area schools. 


Help us with our October collection of pencils. Supplies are being collected in the Church Office. 

Get Involved with Women of Grace

Grow

The Bible Year

During the month of October, we continue through the Gospel of Luke and move into the Book of Acts. These two books tell a connected story, beginning with the life and ministry of Jesus and continuing with the growth of the early church. In Luke, we follow Jesus toward Jerusalem, encountering his teachings, healings, and compassion before witnessing his death and resurrection.


In Acts, the story moves outward as the Holy Spirit empowers Jesus’ followers to share the good news. The Gospel crosses boundaries of geography, culture, and tradition, welcoming new people into the community of faith. Together, Luke and Acts invite us to consider how we are called to share God’s love and carry Christ’s message into the world.


Make sure you get your October Bookmark or head to our Facebook group for a printable calendar. There are also a great deal of resources to be found at gotgraceumc.org/the-bible-year!

Give

Stock and Crypto Donations

Giving stock and crypto is now available with the Engiven integration through our giving platform, Realm Connect. It's simple to donate! Navigate to our online giving form and select Stocks or Crytocurrency.

Operating Budget Revenues and Expenses through 9/24/2026

 Year-to-date Revenues: $838,667.44 (Includes $40K Reserves transfers to date to support Infrastructure Repairs)

Year-to-date Expenses: $849,577.48 (Includes $120,563.27 Mortgage Principal Reduction)

Net: $(10,910.04)

 

Make a Pledge

Deposits to date for the Trustees Repairs 2026 Campaign total $65,970.00, with additional contributions continuing to come in to be posted to the Designated Fund: Trustees Fundraiser. 



An additional $6,125.00 was posted to the Designated Fund: Trustees Repairs.


Thank You for your support to this important effort!

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