Please join us for worship services this Sunday, Nov. 7:
8:00 a.m. | Holy Communion, Rite I
10:30 a.m. | Holy Baptism and Communion, Rite II
Preacher for this Sunday: Rev. Duane Nettles
Be sure to download your bulletin before every live service;
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Sunday: Choral Evensong at 5:00 p.m. with Organ Concert at 4:30 p.m.
The beautiful tradition of choral Evensong will fill our church on Sunday, Nov. 7 at 5:00 p.m. With sixteenth century roots, this musical service occurs at the even point between the active day and restful night. Plan to arrive early as we pray and remember All Saints and All Souls lost since we last marked these important days in person.
The Organ Concert (at 4:30 p.m.) will feature works by Bach, Bédard, Callahan, Elgar, Hurd, and Moore. The Adult Choir will sing the “Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in B-flat Major” by Charles V. Stanford and “Final Journey of the Soul” and “In Paradisum” from the “Requiem” by Philip Ledger. Read more at ghtc.org/evensong and remember, parking on Sunday is free in the VCU deck when you use our QR code found in the bulletin.
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Biscuits and More: Sunday Breakfast at 9:00 a.m.
Gather in the Parish Hall for coffee and our delicious hot breakfast with eggs, bacon, and more from the Grace and Holy Trinity Breakfast Crew. Breakfast ends at 10:00 a.m. so please come early and catch up with your church friends.
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Pledge Drive Concludes Nov. 7
We’ll celebrate the end of our 2022 Pledge Drive this Sunday. Every gift is important for the church’s operating budget, so please complete your pledge card and turn it in during the offertory. You can also pledge online at ghtc.org/pledge.
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Celebrate Rev. Kim Reinholz on Nov. 14
Rev. Kim’s last day will be Sunday, Nov. 14 as she leaves her role of Associate Rector at the church. A reception will follow the 10:30 a.m. worship service. If you’d like to contribute to a financial gift for Kim, visit ghtc.org/give and select the Thank Offering fund for Kim Reinholz.
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Daylight Saving Time Changes This Weekend
Remember to fall back since daylight saving time is coming to a close at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7...enjoy the extra hour of sleep!
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11/7 | Worship at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (Holy Baptism at 10:30 a.m. service)
11/7 | Breakfast in the Parish Hall 9:00-10:00 a.m.
11/7 | Youth Group (Classroom 1 upstairs) 9:30-10:15 a.m.
11/7 | Children’s Choir at 9:30 a.m.
11/7 | Lectionary Group (led by Jack Sutor) 9:30-10:15 a.m. (Library)
11/7 | Godly Play/Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. (Classroom 6 upstairs)
11/7 | Pledge Drive Ends
11/7 | Organ Concert at 4:30 p.m.
11/7 | All Saints Choral Evensong at 5:00 p.m.
11/8 | Spirited Sisters at 5:30 p.m. contact Cathy Saunders
11/11 | Adult Choir rehearsal at 7:30 p.m.
11/14 | Worship at 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
11/14 | Reception for Rev. Kim Reinholz after 10:30 a.m. service
11/14 | Youth Event at Martin home 5:00-7:30 p.m.
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Samples from Sunday
This week's "Samples from Sunday" is the beautiful song "The Blessing" by Chris Brown, Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe Carnes, and Steven Furtick, arranged by Dan Galbraith. It was performed by the Children's Choir, Caroline Guske, Soloist, Dr. Elizabeth Melcher Davis, Pianist, and conducted by Abigail Stinnett. The children learned how to sign the song for Children and Youth Sunday on October 31. Thank you to the Children's Choir, Abbey, and Caroline for their lovely musical offering which enriched the worship service!
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Flowers on the Altar
Sunday's Altar Flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Miriam Bruce ReMine and James Andrew ReMine, by Nancy Trego. Sunday's Altar Flowers are also given to the glory of God in memory of William Roberts Derry, Anne Barrett Derry, Helen Derry Martien, William Tessin and Alice Hemple Tessin, and in thanksgiving for the baptism of Anne Barrett Innes, by Barbara and Bill Derry.
If you would like to remember or honor a loved one with a donation of the altar flowers, please contact Judy Bowman, 804-359-5628 (ext.14), with dates or specific requests (such as the color of the flowers—dark purple flowers are not highly visible, for example). The cost is $100 and you may also make a gift online at ghtc.org/give or by mailing a check to the church.
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Success! Children and Youth at Grace and Holy-Ween
Last Sunday we had 14 participants in our Children and Youth Sunday. One of the highlights included the children’s choir using sign language during the offertory hymn. Outdoor games, a photo booth, and trick-or-treat options provided plenty of activity on a perfect fall afternoon. Check out some photos on our Facebook page.
Activities for Children and Youth
On Sunday, Nov. 14, both children and youth will gather at the Martin home on the Northside for fun and games from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Contact Kate Given or Alison Martin for more information.
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Adult Small Groups
The Sunday Morning Lectionary Group is open to anyone to drop in or out as needed and will explore the scriptures for each week. It’s held in the Library from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Contact Jack Sutor or Kyle Bomar for more information.
Remember you can check out the Formation Guide (available at the welcome table each week or online) to learn more about small groups and opportunities for Christian formation at Grace and Holy Trinity.
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Vestry Nominations
Nominations are open! We will elect four new members to the Vestry at our Annual Meeting on February 6, 2022. The Nominating Committee (the retiring Vestry Class of 2021) would like to hear from you. If you want to nominate a parishioner for the Vestry, please contact Nancy Trego to propose a candidate. If you have any questions about who is qualified to serve on the Vestry or what is required of Vestry members, please click on this link. https://ghtc.org/about/church-vestry/
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Donating Candy to Red Door
Lots of candy leftover from Halloween? Get it out of your house and donate it to Red Door.
Are you wanting to teach your kids or grandkids about the nature of tithing? Donate a tenth of their haul from Halloween to Red Door. Are you trying to find a way to support the Outreach Ministry at GHTC but don't have a clue where to start? Donate clearance candy to Red Door.
You can put items directly into the candy tote in the pantry, or leave them in the service ministry bin near the elevator.
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Episcopal Migration Ministries is helping Afghan refugees resettle in the United States. If you would like to learn more about this work, please visit their website at https://episcopalmigrationministries.org
COVID Numbers Dropping
Breakfast is back, and we also have wine at communion. Remember to arrive a few minutes early so you can check in at the welcome table; we continue to maintain an attendance list should the need for contact tracing arise. Physical distancing is required at all times (at least three feet between people not living in the same household) in the church. Masks will be worn by everyone age 2 and older. Congregational singing with masking is allowed under the latest guidance.
When the City of Richmond and the surrounding counties are above 25 new COVID cases per 100,000, we will maintain a few adjustments to our Sunday activities. Learn more at this link.
If you feel unwell, please join us via YouTube livestream at 10:30 a.m. We are also broadcasting our worship service on the church’s Facebook page each week.
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