May 11-17 at Grace
Graduate Recognition
Grace Church will honor graduates during the 10:45 AM service on Sunday, May 18!
If you (or your child) graduated from high school or college in the fall/winter of 2024 or will graduate spring/summer 2025, please submit the online information form before 9 AM on Monday, May 12 to be included in the recognition slideshow.
Children’s Chapel
Children’s Chapel is on summer break. The nursery will continue to be available to children age 4 and under during both Sunday worship services.
Christian Education
Regular Sunday CE classes are on summer break and will resume September 7.
Interested in Learning More About The Franciscan Way?
Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
St. Francis of Assisi
On May 18 at 9:30 in the Parish Hall, we will have a special Forum session led by Charles Helmer, our Third Order Franciscan. This is a follow-up meeting from our April 27 discussion on spiritual practices and experiences. This meeting will be for those interested in learning more about the Franciscan Way – a path of simplicity, peace, and service inspired by St. Francis of Assisi.
Join us to learn about the values and practices that have shaped the Franciscan tradition for centuries, and how they continue to inspire lives of compassion, humility, and joy today. Whether you are simply curious or seeking a deeper sense of purpose, this gathering offers a welcoming space to reflect, connect, and grow.
We look forward to sharing this meaningful journey with you. All are welcome!
Concert: Ava Pakiam
Grace Church Friends of Music welcomes violinist Ava Pakiam, performing with pianist Cole Anderson, on Sunday, May 18 at 4:00 PM. Concert is free; a reception will follow in the parish hall.
Ava Pakiam is a 14 year old sought after soloist and recitalist currently residing in the Bay Area. A student at the Pre College of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music since the age of seven, Ava presently studies with renowned violin professor, Simon James.
She will offer a Q & A session at 3:00 PM in the nave for anyone that would like to attend
Women’s Book Study
Women of Grace are invited to come share in a summer book study offered by Daughters of the King (DOK) and led by Laura Rives.
In Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People, New York Times best-selling author, the Reverend Nadia Bolz-Weber invites readers into an encounter with what she calls “a religious but not-so-spiritual life.” Accidental Saints demonstrates what happens when ordinary people share bread and wine, struggle with scripture together, and tell each other the truth about their real lives.
The book group will gather in the Youth Room at 5:30 PM and begin at 6:00 on Thursdays – June 5, 19, July 17, 31, and August 14. The book is available for purchase online.
Special Parish Town Hall Meeting on June 8
I hope you can attend a special Parish Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, June 8, which is Pentecost, during the 9:30 Christian Education hour. We will gather in the parish hall to discuss vital aspects of the parish’s common life.
Given where we are, it is important that we take some time to be aware of the full scope of the parish’s life and ministry, so I’m inviting everyone to come to this very important gathering. We will send additional information out next week as to the topics we will discuss, but I hope you will plan on being there to learn more and engage with your parish community.
Always,
Stuart
Performing Arts Camp
Grace Episcopal Church, in collaboration with Cherokee Bluff Theatre, is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting summer Performing Arts Camp for rising 3rd to 8th graders. The camp will run in two sessions from June 16-20 and June 23-28 at Grace Church, culminating in live performances at Brenau University’s historic Pearce Auditorium on June 27-28. The camp will showcase a student production of the beloved musical Matilda Jr., based on Roald Dahl’s classic story.
Dates for Your Calendar
Look ahead to upcoming opportunities for prayer, worship, and community!
- May 18 Special Forum
- May 18 Graduate Recognition
- May 18 FOM Concert: Ava Pakiam
- June 5 Women’s Book Study begins
- June 8 Town Hall Meeting
- June 16-20 & 23-28 Performing Arts Camp
- July 18 Gwinnett Stripers v. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
The Glimpses of Grace Podcast
We invite you to explore the podcast on Spotify (or your podcast app of choice) or here on this website!
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