Highlights

Coming at The Way, Worship on Sundays!

Dearest Grace, 

This past year has been a banner year for The Way, thanks to the life-giving work and presence of so many! Today, I want to make you aware of another exciting development in The Way initiative: 


After sunrise on Easter Sunday, we will be launching Sunday worship services @ The Way! We will pilot a Sunday afternoon service, preceded by a shared mealtime, beginning April 12: Meal at 1:00pm, Service at 2:00pm. I will most assuredly miss getting to participate weekly in Sunday worship at GUMC, but I am sure there will be opportunities for crossover! We hope that you will continue to support The Way through your prayers and presence! 


We are excited to follow the Spirit of God into these new opportunities! 


Yours, 

Rev. Patrick


Worship

March 29, 2026  (Palm Sunday) 

Sermon Title: A Triumphant Fulfillment 

Scripture: 2 Kings 23:1-14 

Key Word: Obedience 

Theme: The Reforms of Josiah 

Main Idea: We are called to obedience and surrender, just as Jesus surrendered himself in obedience to the cross. 

Special Events:  Palm Procession with Jesus and the children in costume; Announcement about The Way and announcement about the new Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor. 


Prepare for worship by reading the following Scriptures: 2 Kings 23:1-14 and the sermon scripture Matthew 21:1-11

WORSHIP SCHEDULE:

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

Journey With Us Through Holy Week into our

Easter Sunday Worship

Please Order an Easter Lily for our

Sanctuary or Wesley Center for Easter Sunday

Pray

Prayer Concerns as of Wednesday, March 18, 2026


Discharged

  • Don Miller, David Comer


Augusta Rehabilitation  (formerly Walton Rehab):

  • Sara Anderson


NHC:

  • Cynthia Gordon


Sympathy to:

  • Barbara Ulmer in the death of her husband, Tom Ulmer, who passed to eternal life on March 20.



Connect

GRACE STUDENT MINISTRY UPCOMING SCHEDULE & GRADUATION SUNDAY NEWS

Sunday Night Gatherings

We will be off for the next 3 Sundays due to Spring Break/Easter/Masters. We continue with Alpha Youth for our Sunday night gatherings on April 19th. 


Graduate Sunday

(Sunday, May 31, at 11AM Traditional Worship)

Help us to honor our graduating high school seniors and our Grace UMC Scholarship recipients during this special annual worship service! High school seniors are encouraged to contact Ms. Amber (amber@gotgraceumc.org or text 833-235-9706) as she begins planning this time of celebration. Detailed information is coming soon!

Connecting Through Fun Events and Volunteering at Grace UMC!



Celebrating Easter fun with Families


We had such a great time with our Easter Egg Hunt!  Thank you to the families that were able to join us and experience the Easter Story through interactive craft activities. 


Thank you to the many volunteers at Grace who helped make this event possible!  Grace UMM for grilling the delicious hot dogs. And a special thank you to the NAHS Beta Club kids as they did such a wonderful job!  I appreciate each and every one of you!


‘Till next year!  Happy Easter!


"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come."  2 Corinthians 5:17
Enjoy pics from the Easter Egg Hunt

Thoughts after seeing this wonderful Pine Straw Install tradition continue:


"A spring tradition here at Grace begun by Rick Hargrove decades ago and continued in his memory"


"Thank so much landscaping angels!"


"Rick Hargrove continues to be remembered by so many! Love it!"


"Thanks to all the great volunteers!! It looks great."


"Love the spirit of those coming to keep this ministry going! Thank you Mike Smith for carrying the torch! Love being a part of Grace...though, on the inside! Way to go Grace faithful!"


"Love this. It looks wonderful! Many thanks to the great team of volunteers, y’all did a fantastic job."


Serve

GRACE STUDENT MINISTRY NEEDS AND WAYS TO SERVE

Current needs in Grace Student Ministry are: 

• Sunday School Teachers - facilitate a group discussion around a Bible passage and hang out with students (lesson provided)

• Sunday School Helpers - join in the group discussion and hang out with students


Youth Sunday School Teacher and Helper sign ups
  • CMONA Toiletries Collection for Youth (Restocking moved to Wednesday, April 8th)
  • Items Needed: Kleenex, individual toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine products, baby wipes, toilet paper, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, diapers, pull-ups
  • CMONA Donation Bins in Asbury Building (by entry) and Wesley Center (by elevator)


We are repurposing our Children's Library room and need help sorting through a mountain of books to utilize with our Asbury Children's Ministry. Contact: yolanda@gotgraceumc.org

We are repurposing our Children's Library room and need help sorting through a mountain of books to utilize with our Asbury Children's Ministry.

Contact: yolanda@gotgraceumc.org

Please bring your household items to bins located around campus designated for "Family Promise."

Grow

The Bible Year Updates - Moving into the Histories of Israel 


Now that we have left the Torah, we are deep in the history books of the people of Israel. The books of Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings show some of the best and the worst that the people of Israel have to offer. Learn more about how to read these histories at our www.gotgraceumc.org/the-bible-year webpage. You can find videos, visuals, articles, tracking calendars, and more! 



March Bookmarks are available in the Church Office and in our Worship spaces!
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Spring Lay Servant Ministry School - April 19 and 26, 2 - 7PM

Did you know that Lay Servant Ministries courses aren’t just for those pursuing certification? Anyone is welcome to participate! These courses offer meaningful opportunities to deepen your faith, explore your gifts, and grow in confidence as you live out your calling—both inside and outside the church.                    Registration Deadline: April 10

Basic Course

This is the starter course where you will investigate different ways to employ your personal spiritual gifts for the betterment of your community and the furthering of   God’s kingdom. · Completion of this course is require to participate in any of the other options. 

 

Leading Worship

Learn more about the “behind the scenes” of worship. If you have ever  wanted to help with components of a worship service or if you just want to learn more        about why we do what we do on Sunday mornings, this is the class for you.   

Polity

What does it mean to do life together in our United Methodist connection? Our UMC exists within a complex ecosystem that helps to support our greater mission of becoming and making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. 

Disciples in the Workplace

Not everyone is called to ordained ministry, but each Christian  is called to works of ministry in the space they find themselves. · Learn how to practice God’s presence on the job that will enrich your days and expand your capacity to  share grace with others. 

 

Whether you’re exploring a new step in leadership or simply longing to grow deeper in your walk with Christ, there’s a place for you here.

During the Easter season, we have two wonderful class offerings that both look at our Methodist history from two very different angles: 


  • Songs that Shape Us: A Deep Dive into Methodist Hymns

In this class, led by Amber Forrest and Pastor Ashley, we will take a look at songs from the vast songbook of our Methodist past. Both John and Charles Wesley were prolific hymn writers, using familiar tunes to teach deep understandings about the love and grace of God.

  • Rooted Methodism: When Our Faith Intersects with Culture

In this class, led by Heather Vaught and a series of special guests, we will learn more about how Methodism has intersected — and continues to intersect — with American culture, from its colonial beginnings to our denomination. 

Scholarships - Various Scholarship Applications are Open Now 


Need some help paying for college or graduate school? Check out the www.gotgraceumc.org/college page for links to Grace-sponsored and UMC-related scholarships. 

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 3/22/2026

 

Month to date Revenues: $77,247.82

Month to date Expenses: $53,112.94

Net: $24,134.88

 

Year to date Revenues: $279,380.47

Year to date Expenses: $252,731.69

Net: $26,648.78

 

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