Grace's Bolivia Medical Mission Team is collecting needed items for their July trip. Donations can be dropped in collection baskets at the Church Office, on the top floor of the Wesley Center by the History Room, and on the bottom floor of the Wesley Center by the stairs.

Supplies Needed: 

• toothbrushes (no toothpaste, please!)
• reading glasses
• sunglasses
• vitamins (no gummy vitamins, please!)
• lotion
• sunscreen 

"Following Jesus" - Sunday, January 19, 2025 

Prepare your heart for worship by reading the Scripture passages: Romans 5:6-11 and Mark 2:13-17

Theme: Jesus often angered religious people simply by eating and being with “sinners,” outside the holy congregation. Are we willing to literally follow Jesus into places where church-folk are the minority?    

Worship Leaders:

• 8:30AM - Pastor Patrick & Pastor Cathy
• 8:45AM - Pastor Patrick & Pastor Ashley
• 11:00AM - Pastor Patrick & Pastor Cathy 

Sunday School Classes for Children, Youth, and Adults at 9:45AM.

We believe in the power of prayer. Please take time to lift up these individuals in prayer throughout the week: 

Current Prayer Concerns

• Hospitals - Teddy Greene (Dep Campbell’s great-grandson), Damon Haley, Joyce Blank, Beth Ann Young, Joyce Waugh, Ryan Rowland
• Other - Christopher Addy (temporary reassignment to Middle East)

Want to honor a loved one on a special day? Sign up to place altar flowers in the Sanctuary in the Narthex or by contacting the Church Office. 

3rd Thursday (Thursday, Jan. 16)

It may be chilly, but everyone can warm their hearts with Grace! Grace UMC will be at Cavalier's Coffeehouse for 3rd Thursday with hot cocoa and cookies. Stop by for a chat and some goodies!

Women's Ministry Luncheon (Saturday, Jan. 18th)

We finally get to look at life through a new lens together this weekend! It is not too late to join us for an encouraging word from Rev. Julie Belman, delicious food, and fun. Give the Church Office a call to register by Thursday, Jan. 16th at 5PM. 

Church Office Closed on Monday (Jan. 20th)

As our country honors the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., our Church Office will be closed on Monday. We will reopen on Tuesday (weather-permitting!). 

United Methodist Men Program (Tuesday, Jan. 21st)

Join the UMM for dinner at 6:30PM in the Wesley Center and a talk led by our very own Music Director, Chris Leysath. Contact Richard Thomas by Friday, Jan. 17th to register (dinner options: steak or bone-in pork chops). 

WINGS Meals & Classes

Wednesday Inspiration Nights at Grace returned this week with a delicious ham dinner! Registrations for meals are needed by Monday at 12PM (Tuesday for next week!), so that our Kitchen can prepare accordingly. Contact our Church Office or visit the WINGS webpage to register. 

Helping our neighbors, both far and near!

Project WARM (January 25th-26th)

This yearly winterization and ramp-building mission supports neighbors who need extra help to make their homes more comfortable. We will be adding debris clean-up to our plans this year due to Hurricane Helene. Join us and make a difference in your community!

• Volunteer to Help with Project WARM
• Volunteer to Deliver Meals to Project WARM work sites

Flapjacks for Bolivia (Saturday, Mar. 1)

The Bolivia Fundraising Team is still in need of sponsors, as well as auction and raffle items, for the Flapjacks for Bolivia event. 

Consider donating any of the following items to benefit the July Bolivia Medical Mission Trip: 

• vintage items (jewelry, scarves, vinyl records, etc.)
• housewares, cookware, dishes, and small appliance
• seasonal decoration
• artwork and frames. 

All items should be gently used and in good condition. Please contact Polly Hargrove about any donations!

How do you plan to grow closer to God in this new year? Let us help!

Enter the God Space: Become more comfortable with spiritual conversations

Grace Groups return for a 6-week series next week (the week of Jan. 19th). Meet some of our fantastic Grace Group hosts (click here).

• Mondays @ 11AM- Wisdom of the Ages Group led by the pastors
• Tuesdays @ 6PM - John & Mary Chris Newell
• Wednesdays @ 6:15PM - Pastor Patrick
• Wednesdays @ 6:15PM - Youth Group led by Ms. Rebekah
• Thursdays @ 10AM - Pastor Cathy
• Thursdays @ 6:30PM - Jamie & Katie Garner

New WINGS Classes

Whether you are looking for a support group, a Bible Study, or some fellowship, you can find some fun to get up to after dinners on Wednesday Inspiration Nights at Grace! (Check out the new class lineup.)