Grace Church News, January 2018
Baptisms!
Exciting days at Grace Presbyterian Church! On January 7, we were delighted to witness and celebrate the baptism of 15 members of the Anyuak community within Grace’s Church Family. Doug Fee was kind enough to photograph the morning, and you can view some of his photos here:

Recognition Event
On the evening of January 14, Elders, the Board of Managers and the Women’s Fellowship gathered together to be recognised and celebrated for their dedicated service. A delicious meal was catered by culinary students from SAIT, and the evening was filled by some outstanding speakers, including keynote speaker, Patty Farris.For more details and photos of the event visit:

Coldest Night of the Year
On February 24, the Grace Presbyterian Go-Getters are at it again! They’re walking in support of Feed the Hungry and KAIROS Calgary during the Coldest Night of The Year.

For details on the annual event, and how you can walk with them or support them with a donation, visit: http://gracechurchcalgary.com/event-items/coldest-night-year-2018/
Volunteers Needed
We’re on the lookout for volunteers. There are many opportunities available, from coffee setup on Sunday mornings or ushering, to helping with Sunday School classes or English Language Learners. If you’re interested or would like more information, please contact Cindy Stephenson, Coordinator of Volunteers, at cindys@gracecalgary.org
Staffing Changes
Thank you to Karen Brown
Since fall 2014, Karen Brown has been ministering as our Nursery Caregiver Supervisor, and she has done an exceptional job. Her patient and kind leadership have been a blessing to us all. Later this summer, she’ll be returning home to Jamaica, and she will be missed. Thank you, Karen.
Two New Staff Members
Continuing with staffing changes, the Children & Youth Committee is delighted to welcome Jiebieni Nyajwok as Grace’s new Nursery Caregiver Supervisor. Jiebieni brings her experience working with children at the Calgary Board of Education. She also teaches Sunday School in the Sudanese Congregation. Please welcome Jiebieni when you see her.

We’re also pleased to announce that Cameron Hunter has joined the staff as one of our part-time Security and Maintenance Assistants. Cameron has already started and will be here during the day on Fridays, and on Sunday afternoons. Please welcome Cameron when you see him.
Some Upcoming Dates
February 14 – Ash Wednesday service
February 14 – Community Feast Bible Study
February 15 – GraceFull Seniors

Keep an eye on the bulletin, website, and Facebook for up-to-date information about events and other happenings at Grace.
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