Student Ministry Fall Retreat - "Called to Faithfulness"
This weekend, 6 of our middle and high school students joined us at Ridge Haven Retreat Center for a fun and spiritually enriching weekend. Throughout the weekend, students took time to consider what it means to be called by God and how God equips each of us for our callings.
A huge thanks to our chaperones, Ms. Suzanne and Ms. Heather, for helping to make this weekend possible. All of us adults agreed that one of the best parts of the weekend was watching the students' friendships take root and open up more within the group. A beautiful thing to behold!
There are our "Calling Boxes" - everyone decorated a box with details about themselves (character traits, dreams, spiritual gifts, etc.) and we added notes to each others' boxes all weekend!
Ridge Haven day 1 was a blast! Bubble Soccer and s'mores, rain and Bible Study!
We are so blessed by these youth who attended: Lucy E., Audrey F., Claire M., Lily M., Skylar V., and Sophia V. as well as chaperones, Suzanne and Heather!
September 20, 2026 Worship Services
8:30 Traditional
Sermon: "Give to God, Belongs to God"
8:45 Contemporary and 11:00 Traditional
Sermon: "How Would They Know?"
Prepare for worship by reading the following:
8:30 Scripture Reading: Exodus 33:12-23
8:45 & 11:00 Gospel Reading: Luke 10:1-12
8:30 Sermon Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22
8:45 & 11:00 Sermon Scripture:
WORSHIP SCHEDULE:
Rev. Terry Fleming (liturgist) Rev. Dr. John Newell (communion)
Prayer Concerns and Praises as of Thursday, October 15
Upcoming Surgery:
Recently Discharged:
Augusta Rehab (Formally Walton):
Grand River Health & Rehab (Painesville, Ohio):
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.
Contact: Rev. Amber Forrest, Minister of Youth and Young Adult Discipleship
Youth Schedule (SNG - Sunday Night Gathering):
Operation Christmas Child (OCC) Time Schedule:
Shoebox Locations for pickup:
(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.
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!
Frequently Requested Items
• Canned Goods: Canned vegetables, fruits, meats, and soups
• Dry Staples: Rice, beans, flour, and sugar
• Condiments & Essentials: Sauces, dressings, oil, and spices
• Toiletries & Cleaning Supplies: Toothpaste, soap, and household cleaning products
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. We have the following open monthly dates: 18, 19, 21, 23 and 26.
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.
Starting Sunday, October 18th the WOG will begin taking orders.
*Payment is either cash or check (made payable to WOG) at the time the order is placed,
*Order forms will be in each Sunday School Room and the WOG will have a table available at the 8:45 and 11:00 services on Sunday October 18th and 25th and November 1st and November 8th.
*WOG circle members also have order forms.
Deadline to place an order and pay is noon on Sunday, November 8th
*Orders will be delivered to the church in December. Pick up information will be available at a later date.
Price Information: $22 Amaryllis & Paperwhite Kits * Includes an amaryllis bulb, soil disc and pot in a vintage burlap bag with a decorative gift tag ready for gift giving! *
Beautiful Amaryllis and Paperwhites make the perfect gifts for the holidays or to add blooms to your own home during the winter months ahead!
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!
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.
OUR GIFTS
Revenues and Expenses through 9/30/2026
Year to Date Revenues: $837,655.82 (Includes $40K Reserves transferred to date to support Infrastructure Repairs)
Year to date Expenses: $908,035.21 (Includes $134,281.46 Mortgage Principal Reduction).
Net: ($70,379.39)
Designated Accounts continue to support our facilities and programs, most notably, our Trustees Repairs 2026 Fundraiser ($94,120.00).
In addition, Epworth Work Day donations totaled $3,382.
Please help us finish the year strong with your contributions to the General Budget.
