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OUR CURRENT EVENTS
GRADUATION SUNDAY- MAY 11
We want to celebrate our graduates! If you or someone in your household is graduating from high school, college, trade school, or post grad studies, let us know by April 29. Email information to churchoffice@graceop.net.
We will honor graduates at the 10:30 am service on Sunday,
May 11.
THE ORDER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
The Women of Grace Chapter of the Order of the Daughters of the King will be holding an informational brunch at the home of
The Rev. Celeste Tisdelle on May 3, 2025 at 9:30 am.
The Daughters of the King is an order for women who are communicants of the Episcopal Church and churches in communion with it. Reaffirming the promises made at Baptism and Confirmation, a Daughter pledges herself to a life-long program of prayer, service and evangelism.
The Women of Grace chapter of the DOK meets every third Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am. If you are interested in attending the brunch or becoming a member, please contact Pat McHugh at patmchugh70@yahoo.com or ask a DOK member
in church.
For additional information, you can go to the national website:
HOMELESS MINISTRY
Thank you for your continued support as we minister to God’s people who live on the streets. Your donations provide hope and relief for those who are struggling to stay alive and find a purpose other than addiction, abuse and isolation.
Presently, we are in need of the following items:
SNACKS
Small boxes of raisins and trail mix
Protein/ granola bars
Fruit cups
Packs of crackers
TOILETRIES
Deodorant
Lotion
Bars of soap
Washcloths
MISCELLANEOUS
Large bandaids
Neosporin
Towels
Socks
Towels
Large t-shirts- Men’s
Small outdated devotional books
Please pray that our gifts abundantly bless others.
Blessings,
Donna Mapel
MEN'S GRILL & CHILL
Thursday, May 1
Benedict Hall at 6:30
Bring something to grill and your favorite beverage
Bring a friend!
2 Spots Open – No Experience Needed
Do you love music? Looking for a fun and meaningful way to get involved at church? Our Bell Choir is looking to fill two spots—and we need YOU!
No music background? No problem! We’ll teach you everything you need to know. All you need is a willing heart and a little time to ring with us.
Come join our musical family and help us make beautiful music that lifts spirits and glorifies God.
Interested? Contact Aaron Giddens at 904-303-4432 or music@graceop.net
Let’s make a joyful noise—together!
THE BELL CHOIR
NEEDS YOU!
GRACE BOOK CLUB
Our book for May is "Greenlights" by Matthew McConaughey. We will meet in the Conference Room on May 6 to discuss.
If you read the book and are interested in joining us, you are welcome! We have some wonderful group discussions.
Looking ahead - here are the next few titles we have chosen:
West with Giraffes by Linda Rutledge (June)
Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate (July)
SUNDAY SOCIAL
Join us for our monthly Sunday Social is this Sunday, May 4 after 10:30 service
We will provide fried chicken
Bring a generous side dish to share
All are welcome
BLOOD DRIVE
THIS SUNDAY
Our next blood drive at Grace will be this Sunday, May 4 from 8:30am-1:00pm.
Sign up by visiting HERE or contact John Phillips at 904-860-3955 or jphillips653@aol.com. or just drop on by before 1:00pm!
If you have questions, contact John Phillips at 904-860-3955 or jphillips653@aol.com
SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP WEED
Summer Camp registration is open and spots are filling fast! Register soon for a summer to remember at Camp Weed, our Diocesan church camp.
Programming includes a variety of activities to engage campers and to help promote their spiritual, physical, and mental growth.
Activities include kayaking, archery, ropes course, swimming, arts and crafts, worship, and so much more. Campers are divided into large groups, small groups, and cabin groups throughout the day to give them opportunities to get to know others, themselves, and God a little bit better.
Register HERE
WEEKLY FLOWER DONATIONS
Grace the altars in the church and the chapel throughout 2025 by signing up for a flower dedication. Arrangements in the church are $75, and in the chapel, $55.
The sign-up flower charts are in the church narthex and at the back of the chapel. There is an envelope near the chart that you can use for your check and the dedication. If paying by check, remember to put "altar flowers" in the memo section. You can drop the envelope in the collection plate or drop it off in the secure box by the office. Please forward your dedication to Barbee Cunningham at barbeemt@gmail.com, or to the church office, by noon on Tuesday of the week of your dedication.
"FOR WHERE TWO OR THREE ARE GATHERED IN MY NAME, THERE AM I AMONG THEM."
Matthew 18:20
