The Church Office will be closed on Thursday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth and on Friday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day.. Please feel free to leave a message or email us and we will get back to you as soon as we are able.
For the second year in a row, Grace will have a presence at the Chester County PrideFest in Phoenixville. The event will take place on Bridge St., on Sat., June 7th, noon—5pm. Volunteers are needed to help cover our booth. This is a chance to show support for LGBTQ+ individuals, allies, and community members to help foster understanding and inclusivity…not to mention have a great time. Last year we were able to provide gifts to two charities that support LGBTQ+ youth and hope to do the same this year. To volunteer, please contact the church office at gracelutrn@verizon.net
Laurel House School Supply Drive – Grace is collecting school supplies to provide 50 children who are impacted by domestic violence. Collection dates are June 22-July 27. Please check the website or pick up a copy of the complete list of items requested, from either information table at church.
St. Mary’s Shelter catered meal or gift card request for July 7-11. St. Mary’s is no longer accepting home cooked meals. They are requesting grocery store gift cards or catered meals from restaurants to provide meals for their residents. Contact the office or see Danielle Lau, if interested in helping.
Bible Study groups will begin again after Labor Day. If you’d like to attend the Monday evening Zoom, or want more information, contact Deacon Allison at deaconallison12@gmail.com.
Deacon Allison’s Prayer Devotions are back! The Morning Grace devotions now are once a week on Mondays. You can sign up to receive them in your email at allisonwilcox.com.
Sunday morning Adult Faith Formation & Fellowship—Richard Harshaw’s group will continue to meet during the summer in the Choir Room for topical conversations on faith and life, and for a time of fellowship. Check with Richard for details regarding date & times.
Judy Stryker’s group is on break for the summer. Stay tuned for start date and topic.
Youth News!!
Mark your calendars now and join us for VBS from July 13th – July 17th on an Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains. racing rivers & glistening glaciers pointing you towards Jesus, learning he is a faithful friend that can always be trusted and is your True North. Check the “Youth” tab, under “Vacation Bible School”, to register.
Calling all volunteers!!!!! We are looking for volunteers for VBS this summer and would love for your help. If you are interested and want to learn more on how you can help please email: cey.graceluthrn@gmail.com
Dear Grace Members, Friends & Guests: In an effort to update pictures on our website, over the next few weeks & months, you may encounter someone taking pictures of the congregation, a group, class or area of the church. If you would prefer not to have your face or image published on our website and/or other forms of written communications & social media, please step away from the area & contact the church office at 610.948.3684 or email us, to let us know your preference to not be included in any publications or social media platforms. Thank you.
Do you have a digital camera? Do you like to take pictures? If you have pictures or have taken recent pictures of a church event, we would like to see them (if you are willing to share). We may be able to use some on our website or in other social media platforms for the church.
It’s time to “Play Ball”, or at least watch it? Join other Lutherans in supporting the Phillies, while providing funds for SEPA Synod Youth Programs, by buying tickets to Lutheran Night at the Phillies. Dates in May & August are still available. Ordering your tickets is simple: go to www.mlb.com/phillies/tickets/special/lutheran and use the password: LUTHERAN; then select from available dates & tickets. Grab your crew & reserve your seats. Go Phils!
Save the Date! Women’s Retreat – Women from Grace are once again invited to a day-long retreat on Sat., October 4th, to be held at the Farmhouse at Temenos Retreat Center in West Chester. Registration for the retreat will begin this summer. So save the date and stay tuned. (keep in mind that registration will be limited to 20 attendees due to space constraints).
This is a great way to enjoy the company of other women in our congregation and have some fun and learning along the way. Temenos has a beautiful facility and we will have opportunity to enjoy the nature surrounding it. Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided.
The cost for the retreat this will be $35 per person. Scholarships will be available. Please let Deacon Allison know if the cost is prohibitive. If you have questions, contact Deacon Allison either in the church office or at deaconallison12@gmail.com.
Caring Crafters meet on Wednesdays, in the All Purpose Room, 10-11:30am
Our group does simple crafts in service to our church community. We make & send cards to our homebound, Grace staff or Grace family members.
Color to relax or bring any crafts you may be working on! We finish each session with prayers for our family, country & members at Grace.
If you have some time, on a Wednesday morning, join us for crafts, fellowship & friendship. All ages are welcome. Come when you can. We don’t take attendance!!
Join us for continued socializing with lunch at our local diner afterwards! Questions?? call Sue Perry or the church office.
In response to a question at the annual meeting… If you want to make scheduled contributions to the church without using Simply Giving, that charges 2.75% on the amount of each donation, simply do online banking with your financial institution. You can select a frequency of weekly, monthly, or annual, along with the date of the transaction. I’ve done this with my bank for more than 10 years without any fees. It is quite easy & you can to make changes any time desired. Last year Grace was charged more than $700 for donations through Simply Giving. Feel free to reach out to me at Council President, Kurt Meyers with questions or concern.
