Jan. 24th-Feb 28th–Confirmation Classes for
Adults and Older Youth
Confirmation is a sacramental tradition both ancient and modern that allows participants to make a public, voluntary re-affirmation of their Christian identity. Participants will gather to consider the workings of the Holy Spirit in their own lives and the lives of others while reviewing the gifts and responsibilities the sacrament of confirmation brings. Father Mac, with Paula Pavanis as aide, will lead a 6 week preparation class. Join us in this opportunity to prepare to formally and publicly invite the spirit to move. Since the Episcopal Church recognizes confirmation as a sacramental gift conferred by the Holy Spirit (via the bishop), regardless of denomination it is only formally received once. If you have already been confirmed and wish to further your studies and consider being "received", this class is also for you.

Dates: Jan. 24th-Feb 28th + Bishop's visit on March 7th

Time: After the 10:00 service. Classes will last about an hour.

Where: Grace Church. Exact room to be announced.

Supplies: Books will be available for purchase the first day of class.

What to bring: An open heart, open mind.

For more info, call: Paula Pavanis 480-6891

Mar. 14th– After 10am Service- Lunch with the Rector
If you are new to Grace Church and would like to break bread with Father Mac then be sure to contact Lisa Marie at invite@grace-epsicopal. org to RSVP for a casual round table lunch after the 10am service. We will have a brief orientation and make time to get to know you better. See you there!

Mar. 26th-27th– 30 Hour Famine
Friday, March 26—Saturday, March 27 5:00 p.m.
Friday through 7:00 p.m.
Saturday Grace Episcopal Church

Our teens are preparing to change their lives as well as the lives of others as they fast for 30 hours. During this time together we will learn about world hunger, experience team-building and fun activities, and grow closer to God. We need adult volunteers for many different parts of our 30 hours. Please sign up at the information table if you are interested in helping out with this life-changing event.

Adult participants: to commit to being present for all or most of the 30 hours. Be a team member alongside teens for the games, come along on excursions Friday night and Saturday, sleep over at church. Simply experience this incredible event! Time: 5p.m. Friday to 7p.m. Saturday (sleep over optional but encouraged).

Drivers: needed Saturday afternoon (time TBD)

Cooks and crew: to provide meal on Saturday evening. Can be as simple as ordering pizza. Also help with set up and clean up of chairs/tables. Time: 5-7p.m. Saturday.

Game leaders: to provide supplies for (simple items, $10-$20) and lead games (all instructions provided). Time: throughout the day on Saturday, plan to spend about 1 hour including set up/ clean up.

Donors: to assist with collecting supplies for games, donating juice for the weekend, or other needs. This sort of work can be done prior to the weekend. A great way to help out if you can’t be there on the weekend!

Questions: Erika Trez: emariep@hotmail.com/ 694-9926

Apr. 16th & 17th– Spiritual Gifts Workshop
The Spiritual Gifts Workshop is scheduled for Friday, April 16, 7:00 to 9:00 pm and Saturday, April 17, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Come and discover the beautiful God graced (Spiritual Gifts) that are within you.