For information about upcoming classes, small groups, fun events, and more, check out this month's "Tidings of Grace" newsletter.
The village is coming to life! Return to Bethlehem opens next week, and we are so close to having a full cast. If you’ve been thinking about joining the fun, now is the perfect time to step in.
We still have a handful of important roles open across the four nights, including:
•
Dancers for
Herod’s Court
•
Roman soldiers at
The City Gates
•
Shepherds in both
Shepherds & Angels and
The Nativity
• A
Chief Priest for Herod’s Court
We are also in need of four additional traffic volunteers—a crucial team that helps keep our guests safe and moving smoothly.
"For All the People" - Sunday, December 7, 2025
The Luke passage reminds us that Jesus came for all people, evenly lowly shepherds, who were at the bottom of the social ladder. Jesus comes to those who may be seeking, spiritually empty, or oppressed. He brings peace within us and peace between us.
Prepare for worship by reading the following scripture passages: Isaiah 11:1-10 and Luke 2:8-15
Help Us "Ketchup"
Help us 'ketchup' by the end of the year. Our year-to-date financials through the end of November are as follows:
Revenues: $1,093,232.52
Expenses: $1,193,224.48
Deficit: <$99,991.96>
The Finance Committee thanks you for your generosity and support this year, but we still have a long way to go to end the year without a deficit. The budget committee is meeting to identify areas for cost reductions for 2026. Please consider a Christmas gift to Grace UMC, to help our church fulfill its mission, "To Know Christ and Make His Love Known."
Our stewardship campaign is wrapping up. We have 139 pledges for a total of $868,452. If you have not yet turned in a pledge card, you can do so here.
