Hello Grace!!!
I want to let you know about this important information.
Emily Mumford, our Business Administrator, has submitted a letter of resignation, effective August 28. No drama; she received an amazing offer in St. Simons Island, GA, with a significant raise and a full employer-paid benefits package. It also moves her closer to her grandchildren!
The Staff/Pastor Parish Relations Committee is meeting this Sunday afternoon to review the job description and establish the process for moving forward. No secrets! This is public information, so feel free to speak about it openly.
Most importantly, please pray that God will reveal just the right person to serve in this ministry role.
Blessings,
Terry
Contact: Rev. Amber Forrest
Contact: Yolanda McCabe
Volunteer in the Church Office:
Receptionist:
Needed Wednesday afternoon
(or could switch for morning)
Substitute Receptionist:
Fill in for our Weekly Receptionist
Contact: Karen Mays
Rev. Jessica Kight will be over our Senior Adult Ministry including Prime Time and working with the Adult Ministry Council, led by Amy Vincent.
Do you have ideas for Prime Time activities? Music events, field trips, places you would like to experience with other adults?
Let Us Know!
Contact: Rev. Jessica Kight
From Dana Lykins, CDC Director:
Grace Child Development Center (CDC) has been so excited to be able to freshen up our look and bring an old building back to life! Please look for details about a Sunday morning Open House coming soon!
Grace CDC has been in operation for about 40 years. Our building has great bones, large rooms & fantastic natural lighting, but it was built over 60 years ago and was in dire need of updates. It had original floors, ceiling tiles, and fluorescent lights. The total price for the renovations was $125,300, and the CDC has saved for 10 years to be able to replace flooring. We added to our project ceiling panel replacement and grid painting. Parents/ friends/ church members donated funds to enable us to replace lighting which made sense to do as we were replacing ceiling tiles. We also had all doors and door facings painted a bright white.
Thank you to all who came to the ribbon cutting to help us celebrate. Our 166 students are already enjoying the new look! See mFrom ore thanks below!
Pictured are the CDC Director, Dana Lykins (2nd row right), CDC Finance, Linda Dollar (middle back row) and some of the dedicated teachers who have taught so many children over 40 years.
At left, the before picture with old ceiling tiles, old lighting and old floors, to the above new renovated classrooms, entrance & hallways.
At right is Dana Lykins who started Grace CDC over 40 years ago!
Thank you to:
August 9, 2026
8:30 Traditional Worship
Sermon: "Beyond the Pit"
11:00 Traditional Worship
Sermon: "Ahead of Time"
Prepare for worship by reading the following 8:30 & 11:00 Scripture: Psalm 105(Read the below passages)
Scripture Reading: Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b
Sermon Scripture:
8:30 Scripture: Genesis 37
Read passages: Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28
8:45 & 11:00 Gospel Reading: Matthew 14:22-33
WORSHIP SCHEDULE:
Rev. Jessica Kight (preacher & liturgist)
Rev. Amber Forrest (liturgist) Rev. John Newell (communion)
Rev. Jessica Kight and Rev. Amber Forrest (liturgist)
Greetings from Sanctuary Music at Grace!
Thank you so much for supporting and welcoming our guest musicians throughout the month of July. Our church is known not only for your appreciation of good music, but more importantly, for your kindness and warmth toward our guests and friends. Please note that Chancel Choir rehearsals resume on Wednesday, August 5th at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary choir room.
Also, please know that our Organ Sidekick program is still up and running. Anyone between the ages of 8 and 18 are eligible. During a Sunday morning worship, an Organ Sidekick will have a chance to experience the mystery and mechanics of our pipe organ with Chris Leysath, ! Simply grab Chris after church to schedule a Sunday to participate! Pictured below is Audrey Fowley from 2023!
Join the Lifesong Refreshments Team!
Michael Keltz, Directory of Contemporary Worship
Hospitality is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways we can serve one another. We’re looking for volunteers to help provide refreshments for our services. Whether you can help occasionally or on a regular schedule, your time makes a difference in creating a warm and welcoming environment for everyone.
If you’re interested in being part of the Refreshments Team, please sign up at the Lifesong Refreshments table. Contacts:
Donna McDowell (kadmcdowell@comcast.net) or Michael Keltz (michael@gotgraceumc.org).
Prayer Concerns and Praises as of Thursday, August 6
Piedmont Hospital:
Augusta Rehab (formally Walton Rehab):
Discharged:
How well do you really know our pastors? Over the coming weeks, we’ll be launching a new video series featuring relaxed, conversational interviews with Rev. Terry Fleming, Rev. Jessica Kight, and Rev. Amber Forrest.
We’ll talk about their faith journeys, what inspires them, what brings them joy in ministry, and, of course, throw in a few fun questions along the way. Whether they’re new to Grace or have been part
of our church family for years, there’s always something new to learn—and we think you’ll enjoy getting to know each of them beyond Sunday morning.
Now we’d like your help! What would you like to ask one (or all!) of our pastors? Is there something you’ve always wondered about pastors? A question about faith? A favorite Bible story? Or maybe something just for fun?
Submit your questions by Monday, August 10th by emailing Carol at carol@s-mdesigns.com or dropping your question in the “Communications” box in the upper church office mail room. We’ll include as many congregation-submitted questions as we can throughout the series.
We can’t wait to share these conversations and help our Grace family get to know our pastoral team in a whole new way.
Thank you! Carol
Contact: Rev. Amber Forrest, Minister of Youth and Young Adult Discipleship
Be a Student Ministry Hero - Sign up for a Snack Supper Meal!
One of the simplest and most meaningful ways to care for our students is to feed them. Before each Sunday Night Gathering, we share a simple snack supper—a small act of hospitality that helps young people know they are welcomed, expected, and cared for.
If you love feeding people, this is a wonderful opportunity to bless the next generation. Individuals, families, and groups are all invited to sign up to provide a meal for one evening or to serve on a recurring basis. Together, we can help create a space where students feel at home before we ever open our Bibles or begin our discussions.
"Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it" (Hebrews 13:2).
Thank you for helping us embody Christ's welcome for our students!
The Minor Prophets
During the month of August, we move out of the Major Prophets and head into the Minor Prophets. These texts may be short in length, but they are anything but insubstantial in depth. Traditionally known as "The Twelve," in ancient times these texts were gathered into a single scroll.
All of these texts continue to tell of the many ways God's people have violated the covenant and call for their repentance. Many of the minor prophets speak about "the Day of the Lord," a day of judgment and reset. For those who are grieved by the many types of evil in the world around them, the Day of the Lord is not a day to fear but a day to long for. It is on this day that all will be set right.
Make sure you get your August 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!
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.
Revenues and Expenses through 8/2/2026
Month to date Revenues: $23,713.00
Month to date Expenses: $10,585.33
Net: $13,127.67
Year to date Revenues: $689,146.38
Year to date Expenses: $716,714.37
Net: ($27,567.99)
