GRACE NOTES
July 13 - 20, 2021
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VISITING HOPE WITH GRACE!
This past Sunday, July 11, many of us had the chance to walk next door to HOPE of Rock Hill and see what our ministry partner has been up to since moving in May!
We learned that each week, HOPE is giving out approximately 6.5 TONS of food - enough for every family member to have 3 meals a day, 7 days a week - along with financial assistance for utilities. As you might imagine, that volume requires a lot of volunteers, and a number of you went ahead and signed up to help - thank you! If you'd like to volunteer with HOPE, contact Pr. Rachel, who will connect you to HOPE's volunteer coordinator.
We also learned that canned green beans and diapers in sizes 4, 5, and 6 are in short supply and high request - if you'd like to donate some of these items, you can usually drop them off at HOPE on weekday mornings (they suggest calling ahead to make sure someone is there to meet you).
Thanks for showing your support for HOPE this weekend and going forward! We are glad to be in partnership with such an excellent organization!
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Let's get together!
It has been too long, so let's have some fun!
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A block of seats are being held for Grace Lutheran Church to see the Charlotte Knight play Jacksonville on Tuesday, July 27th at 7pm. The cost is $20.00 per ticket, unless you are under two, then it’s free. You will receive a $2.00 coupon on your ticket good at the concession stand, and oh yeah, Hot dogs are only $1.00! |
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Please RSVP to jeanwinsch@gmail.com or ParishAdmin@gracerockhill.com by Thursday, July 22nd if you would like to go. If you would like to car pool or need a ride, let us know that also. Please make your check payable to Grace Lutheran Church, and write “Knight’s Game“ in the memo. All tickets are now electronic, so also indicate what e-mail address you would like your tickets sent to. |
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UPDATE: Good Samaritan Fund
Are you in need? How about someone you know? At the June meeting, Council voted to allocate the undesignated memorial funds from 2020 to the Good Samaritan Fund, with the intention that the funds might offer help to members of Grace who could use a little financial assistance. As one member of Council put it, "We need to help the helpers and not try to pour from an empty cup. Hopefully these resources can help with that."
To request assistance from this fund, please contact either of the pastors. All assistance is confidential.
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Above - Seniors at Grace fellowship event this Sunday
Below - Annie Laurie and her sister delivering Memorial Day goodie bags
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Council Comments - Sharing Good News!
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This week, John Grogan shares about Seniors at Grace.
What an amazing opportunity I have as a member of council to highlight one of the groups that is so special to our Grace family, and that is Seniors at Grace! This group links some of our more mature members (though not always!!) in activities and outings that allow them to bond and share experiences as well as reach out to help each other when those opportunities arise. They are a wonderful group and I especially appreciate the person that coordinates and does a lot of behind the scenes work, so thank you Annie Laurie Wheat!
I have witnessed Annie Laurie preparing goodie bags weeks ahead of when they will be delivered. She includes such fun treats and quirky odds and ends that I am sure bring a smile to all those who receive them. She has such a heart for our seniors, and I know the group has benefitted in the past year especially with the communication and sense of connection that was shared even through a time where they could not be together in person.
I am excited to shine a light on this group and encourage anyone not currently involved to reach out to the Pastors, or Annie Laurie and get information on this wonderful opportunity. I know that I’m excited to join someday, I just need to grow up first!!
-John Grogan, Council member
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Caught You Caring: July
The Stewardship Committee appreciates and recognizes people and groups that are Growing Grace and Planting Seeds in Faith!
Click on the image to read about some of the ways the Stewardship Committee has seen faith in action this month.
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Click the video image for the
worship service for The Seventh Sunday After Pentecost -
Sunday, July 11.
Click here for the worship guide.
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Click the video image for the Children's Sermon |
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Worship Assistants at Grace
Worship Assistants return to in-person worship.
If you are interested in leading us with a reading, creed, prayers, serving as a greeter, or usher,
in-person worship services at Grace.
Thank you for being a part of our worship experiences at Grace!
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Click the image for
our current
Grace Prayer List
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Click the image for
our current
Memorials & Honor Gifts
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Click the image
for our
July Birthdays
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The Sanctuary Candle for the month of July is given by
Mary and Eddie Hinson in memory of Louise G. Mason.
The Altar Flowers for Sunday, July 18 are given by Judy and Sig Huitt to the glory of God and thanksgiving for our 53rd wedding anniversary.
If you would like to sponsor Altar Flowers please click here.
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Taking Faith Home carries the previous Sunday's themes throughout the week. These devotions include daily Scripture readings, prayers, hymn suggestions, milestones, conversation starters, service opportunities, and at-home rituals.
Click here for the week of July 11
Click here for the week of July 18
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Covid-19 Information and Updates
Click here for updated information regarding local sources for the Covid-19 vaccines.
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Offering Our Gifts to God
Part of our worship is offering our gifts to God. You can give in several ways:
- Give via the offering plate in the Sanctuary
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Give online by clicking here (and you have the option to offset the cost of giving online)
- Set up giving though your bank
- Mail your offering to the church office.
Thank you for continued faithful
giving!
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Gifts & Talents Pictures
Our worship has been enhanced by your photos of projects, experiences, and joys - thank you for sharing!
We would love to see more of what you're doing - please send photos to our Video Editor, Craig Allen by clicking here.
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Can We Help?
If you are in need of help (of any kind), or simply want to connect, please reach out to the pastors. We want to walk with you.
Please call or email us.
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June Giving and Expenses
June Received $55,853
June Expenses $44,895
Budgeted to Spend $57,902
YTD Received $306,236
YTD Expenses $285,839
YTD Budgeted to Spend $347,412
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Stay connected! Click on the links below! |
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In-person activities at
Grace Lutheran Church are beginning again. All in-person activities need to be scheduled in advance at this time.
Please contact the church office if you need to schedule an activity.
We are praying for the health and well-being of our community and world.
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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH
426 Oakland Avenue
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(740) 312-5774 (Pastor Gregg’s cell)
(864) 230-3816 (Pastor Rachel’s cell)
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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