Highlights

Community Lenten Worship & Lunch

Churches throughout the North Augusta area are hosting the Body of Christ for a time of fellowship and reflection during the lunch hour. Please make time during the Lent Season to worship at the various participating churches of different denominations during the next month and a half beginning here at Grace UMC on February 18. You will be treated to a meaningful worship as well as lunch and fellowship either before or after the worship service.


Our Lent Devotional Book

This year’s book, “Seeking Jesus Together,” will be available for pick up by Sunday, February 15th. Members of our congregation have submitted wonderfully thoughtful daily devotions to guide us through the season. These books are freely available, and donations are greatly appreciated to offset printing costs


Worship

Commitment-Transfiguration

Sunday, February 8

Theme: Purity in Life and Worship, Moses’ last sermons 

Main Idea: God gives us a clear road map for how to live. There can be no deviations, no  

improvising, no going backwards. There is one way to live the kind of life God intends for us.  Jesus talks with Moses on the mountain during the transfiguration, and there is no going backwards for Jesus, only one way, forward to the cross.   


Prepare for worship by reading the following Scriptures: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 and the sermon scripture Matthew 17:1-9


WORSHIP SCHEDULE:

  • 8:30AM Traditional Service - Rev. Ashley Buchanan (preacher),    Rev. Patrick Taylor (liturgist)
  • 8:45AM LifeSong Service - Rev. Ashley Buchanan (preacher),
  • Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson (liturgist) and Rev. Dr. John Newell (communion liturgy)
  • 11:00AM Traditional Service - Rev. Ashley Buchanan (preacher)    Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson and Rev. Patrick Taylor (liturgist)

Pray

Prayer Concerns as of Thursday, February 12, 2026


Wellstar MCG:

  • Cynthia Gordon

Discharged:

  • Chuck Deen


Sympathy to:

  • Angie and Bobby Oliver and family in the death of Angie's father, Bob Young, who passed to eternal life on Feb. 8, 2026. The funeral will be Saturday, Feb. 14 at 11AM in the Sanctuary. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 13 from 5 - 7PM at Posey's Funeral Home

Connect


Snow Tubing, Saturday, February 21  (8:00AM - 6:00PM)

Let’s hit the slopes! Student and chaperone sign-up is now open for this upcoming day in the snow at Moonshine Mountain in Hendersonville, NC.

Cost: $40 for tubing ticket + lunch money (Register here!)

** 2 Chaperones will be needed for this trip. Contact Amber (amber@gotgraceumc.org)to get access to the Chaperone discount code. 


February 22 at 6PM, Youth Wing, lower level of the Sanctuary

  • Parents of Youth (Middle & High School) Meeting

You will be joined by the Parent Council, Staff, Rev. Cathy and Yolanda McCabe

Our Parent Council has been working hard on revisions to the Safe Sanctuary Policy. Members of the Parent Council look forward to hearing from parents as we seek to address the well-being, safety and spiritual nurture of our young disciples.

  • Middle & High School Youth: One Word: A Night of Worship & Canvas

Join us for a powerful night with Michael Keltz leading worship, followed by a creative time of designing your own One-Word Canvas. What word do you hope defines the rest of your school year—Brave? Focused? Kind? Faithful? Come seek God together and leave with a bold reminder to hang on your wall.

Grace Student Ministry News

Serve

Frontline Ministry: An Essential Piece in Evangelism and Outreach: You are the Heartfelt Welcome of Grace UMC


Frontline Ministry is more than a parking lot attendant or door holder— It is….


• The first impression of Christ’s love

• The bridge between stranger and family

• The calm in someone’s anxious first visit

• The spark that turns “just visiting” into “I’m home”


It starts with a simple, genuine, “We’re so glad you’re here.”


The why: Because people may forget the sermon… But they will never forget how they were treated.


If you have a warm smile, a listening ear, and a welcoming spirit,

you already carry the most powerful tool in outreach.


Inspired by those who led before us…. 

Encouraged by their faith….

Called to take the next step!  


Grow

Leaders from the Pews


This week, four members of Grace have begun the Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course, taking a meaningful step toward deeper spiritual formation and more intentional service in Christ’s church. We celebrate their willingness to listen for God’s leading and grow in faithful leadership.


Please join us in praying for Heather, Holly, Josh, and Sonja as they gather over the coming weeks — that God would strengthen, equip, and guide them in this journey.


Marching through Israel’s History with God and their Neighbors

During the month of February, we will be reading through Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, and Judges. All of these texts show us more about God’s expectations for the people of Israel—in relationship to Godself, in relationship to one another, and in relationship to their neighbors. 


Don’t go through The Bible Year alone! Join our Sunday morning Discussion Group or our Facebook Group (“The Bible Year at Grace UMC”) - both groups are great for sharing your questions and thinking through the complexities of the text with others. 


February Bookmarks are available in the Church Office and in our Worship spaces!


Don't Go It Alone! - Ways to Get Involved with The Bible Year


  • Sunday Morning Discussion Group - Want a place to discuss what you are reading with a small group? Join The Bible Year Discussion Group on Sunday mornings during the Sunday School Hour! Led by retired and aspiring pastors, this group will be a great place to wrestle with the text with others. This group will gather in the Lower Wesley Center, near the restrooms.


  • Facebook Group - Can't make it to a group but still want a place to ask questions or get some support through your The Bible Year journey? Join us online at Grace UMC's The Bible Year Facebook Group. Get regular updates, resources, and discussions right on your phone!
Join us on Facebook

How NOT to Read the Bible on Thursdays at 6:30PM


Join Pastor Patrick and The Way's team on Thursdays at 6:30PM for conversations around the various unhelpful ways people approach the Bible. The story of Scripture is a complex, life-giving epic that has often been misunderstood, misused, and abused. If you've ever dreaded hearing someone say, "Well, the Bible Says..." or you want to gain the skills to read Scripture well, this interactive series will explore what Scripture is, what it isn't and how to tell the difference. 

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.

Revenues and Expenses through 2/8/2026

Month to date Revenues: $65,554.00

Month to date Expenses: $55,028.89

Net: $9,525.11


Year to date Revenues: $157,434.88

Year to date Expenses: $104,249.48

Year to date: $53,185.40

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