We hope you'll join us for worship services this Sunday, August 22:
8:00 a.m. | Morning Prayer, Rite I
10:00 a.m. | Holy Baptism with Music, Rite II
Preacher for this Sunday: Rev. Duane Nettles
You can tune in to our live-streamed 10:00 a.m. service via YouTube!
Be sure to download your bulletin before every live service;
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COVID = Contact Info. Needed
Your updated cell number is critical during times of rising COVID numbers. Why? So you can be notified about changes on Sunday morning. Please take a moment to let us know your current cell number by emailing Judy Bowman or calling the church at 804-359-5628; your number will not be shared outside of Grace and Holy Trinity Church.
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This Sunday Our Nursery Reopens...Downstairs!
Parents of children age six weeks through age five, plan to arrive a few minutes early to church this week when using the nursery. While renovation work continues upstairs, the GHTC nursery will be open downstairs (in the Adult Classroom) on Sunday mornings from 7:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Note: Until Sunday School resumes on September 12, children as old as 5 years may attend the nursery as well. Pre-registration is required to secure your child’s spot each week since there will be a maximum capacity to maintain social distancing. Kate Given, Children and Families Minister, has been hiring staff and preparing the space. Masks are required for children age two and over, and parents are also asked to wear masks; please contact Kate if you are need childcare during worship.
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Renovating the Children & Youth Classrooms
With the Sept. 12 kickoff of Christian education programs coming up quickly, please take 3 minutes to watch this video of the progress in the upstairs space. Your Vestry authorized the replacement of stained ceiling tiles, LED lighting upgrades, improved signage, and paint. The work will be completed by Labor Day. To support these improvements, donate via www.ghtc.org/give. Select "Other" from the drop down menu and add a note "2nd floor renovation." You can also mail a check to the church office; be sure to note on the memo line if your gift is for the 2nd floor (upstairs) renovation. Your financial support helps us engage young children and families...the future of our church!
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Fall Schedule Begins Sept. 12
8:00 a.m. Worship Service - Rite I, Holy Communion
9:00 a.m. Breakfast (pending COVID restrictions)
9:30 a.m. Children’s Choir (pending COVID restrictions)
9:30 a.m. Youth & Adult Formation
10:00 a.m. Children’s Sunday School (ends at beginning of offertory)
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
- 1st/3rd/4th Sundays Holy Communion
- 2nd/5th Sundays Morning Prayer (Rite I)
11:30 a.m. Coffee Hour (pending COVID restrictions)
Livestreaming will continue on YouTube every week at 10:30 a.m. Subscribe to the Grace and Holy Trinity YouTube channel so you’ll be notified of new uploads automatically!
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8/20 | 12:00p.m. Healing Service available to view on Facebook
8/22 | 8 a.m In-person service, Rite I
8/22| 10 a.m. In-person and live-streamed service, Holy Baptism Rite II with music
8/22 | Nursery open @ 7:45 a.m.; Blessing of the Backpacks @ 10:00 a.m.
8/29 | Godly Play Hands-On DIY Day between the services at 9:00 a.m.
8/29 | Adult Formation Leadership Training 5:00-7:00 p.m.
9/5 | Godly Play Hands-On DIY Day between the services at 9:00 a.m.
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Blessing of the Backpacks on Aug. 22
As we gear up for the coming school year, bring a backpack to church for a school-aged child in your life this Sunday, Aug. 22, when we will offer a special blessing during our 10:00 a.m. worship service.
Samples from Sunday
This week's video is "A Trumpet Minuet" by Alfred Hollins (1865-1942) who was an English organist, composer, and teacher. This piece features the beautiful Trompette-en-Chamade located at the rear of the church and the Festival Trumpet and Bombarde located in the chancel. This joyful organ piece was performed by Dr. Elizabeth Melcher Davis at the worship service on August 15. Be sure to check out the many musical offerings on our GHTC YouTube Music Channel!
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Aug. 29 & Sept. 5: Godly Play DIY
In between services on Aug. 29 and Sept. 5, everyone is invited to help ready our Godly Play classroom for the opening of our program year. Grab a cup of coffee after the 8:00 a.m. service or come early before the 10:00 a.m. service and visit our Godly Play Helpers Table to offer your time and talents. Our tasks range from simple to artistic—please offer your time and talent! Contact Kate Given Children and Young Families Minister, with any questions.
Christian Formation Begins Sept. 12
This fall we’re going to restart Christian formation via a small group model. Small groups can be diverse so we’re forming a small group leadership team to help shape adult formation in the church community. If you’d like to share your input (not necessarily lead a small group) please contact Kyle Bomar, Youth and Adult Formation Minister, to join the first training on August 29 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Please pray for our efforts!
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Back to School & Church after Labor Day
We're starting fall with Blessed Burleigh celebrating Harry Thacker Burleigh, an influential Black composer, arranger, and singer. He is a saint in the Episcopal Church. Special music programs occur Sept. 10 (6-7:00 p.m. via Zoom) and on Sept. 11 beginning at 9:30 a.m. including a pop-up performance in Monroe Park on Sept. 11 at 12:15 p.m. An inspirational service of scripture, song and meditation will feature music professor Lisa Edward Burrs on Sat. at 2:00 p.m. in the church. Our Sept. 12 worship service at 10:30 a.m. will feature Burleigh's music and more.
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Children's Ministry is Back!
The nursery reopens August 22, and Sunday School returns on September 12. These ministries represent Grace and Holy Trinity's support for our youngest members and their families. By following the link at the QR code, you can show your financial support as well. Simply register for the items you'd like to give (like a baby shower registry) and make a donation in that amount. We're grateful for the support of the parish as we build up this ministry!
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Please Wear Masks Inside the Church
With the changing coronavirus situation, the Vestry reminds you that GHTC's COVID guidelines are in accordance with the CDC. In response to growing concerns about the Delta variant of COVID-19, and concerns that vaccinated people can contract and spread the Delta variant, whether they have symptoms or not, the CDC recommends that vaccinated persons wear masks indoors in public areas with high or substantial COVID-19 transmission rates and RVA has a substantial COVID-19 transmission rate. The CDC also recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, students, staff and visitors in schools, regardless of vaccination status. Guidance for unvaccinated people remains the same—wear a mask until fully vaccinated.
To care for the most vulnerable, please wear a mask so that everyone can be included. When eating and drinking, masks may be removed.
During worship, we will continue to maintain social distancing (skipping
every other pew) in the nave.
Please remember to be respectful of everyone's personal health status as we try to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all. Your Vestry and Rector will continue to monitor local COVID numbers and adjust accordingly.
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