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GRACE CAFE
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AN EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT AND DELECTABLE DESSERTS. Join us Saturday, March 6th @ 7pm for a relaxing cafe atmosphere. Be entertained as we encourage you to "ESCAPE" with us! Delectable desserts will be provided - donations to help the people of Haiti will be gratefully accepted. Everyone welcome (young & young at heart!!) Don't miss this wonderful evening! |
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Sleigh Rides for Haiti
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Join the Grade 5 & 6 Cross Training Classes on Saturday, February 20th from 1-4 at Luc & Kim's for unlimited sleigh rides (donation of a toonie is appreciated) and a bake sale. All proceeds will be donated to help the children of Haiti! |
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Grace Family Fun Day!!! Monday, February 15th @ 11:30 am
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Everyone is invited to join us for Family Day - the fun begins at 11:30 am! A day of hockey, board games & lots more fun!!! A free Hot Dog lunch is provided and a Potluck supper begins at 4pm. Come for the whole day or for as long as you can. |
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Ladies Day Apart
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Ladies join us for a 'day apart' Saturday, February 27th 8:30 - 3:30. Guest speaker: Marilyn Savage will be encouraging all ladies to become "fully alive!" Please contact the church office to register your spot. $20 if you register before Feb 23rd - after the 23rd $25. Lunch is included. |
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Sleigh Ride for all Cross Training & Pioneer kiddies! Age 4 to Grade 6
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Join us at Kim & Luc's for a sleigh ride. (directions can be obtain from the Church narthex board). Come for a sleigh ride, hot chocolate and lots of fun!! Parents & siblings are welcome. Travel arrangements must be arranged by parents and please note: if increment weather we will postpone the event to Saturday, January 23rd. |
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Sunday evening worship time
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Join us beginning, January 17th from 7-8 pm for some hymn singing and worship time. We will have a Worship evening the 3rd Sunday of each month. Everyone welcome! |
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Healing Care Group
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The Healing Care Small Group is designed for 6-10 people to meet for the purpose of positioning ourselves before Jesus Christ for inner healing. It is a 16 week course with each session lasting 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The group will begin February 3rd. Please contact Pastor Dan to register. Registration deadline is January 17th. |
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A Special Christmas Pageant
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Join us for a special Christmas pageant Sunday, December 20th @ 7pm. Light Refreshments will follow. Everyone is welcome. |
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New Year's Eve Service
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Join us at 7 pm for our New Year's Eve Communion Service. Stay afterwards for games and a potluck buffet in St. Andrew's Hall. |
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Christmas Eve Services
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Join us on December 24th to celebrate the birth of Lord & Saviour, Jesus Christ. Our first service will begin at 7 pm (nursery care will be provided). Our Lessons & Carols service will commence at 11 pm.
Merry Christmas! |
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A Live Game of "WHO DONE IT??"
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You get to become Detective for the evening - come and put your sleuthing skills to the test and try to figure out if you can solve the crime!!! This event is open to EVERYONE - Cost of admission is a non-perishable food item for the Cumberland Resource Center and/or a donation in support of Camp Cherith. The fun begins at 7 pm...Don't miss this entertaining evening complete with goodies after the "Who Done It" is solved!!! |
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Secret Prayer Sisters Get Together
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Monday, November 23rd at 7 pm All Secret Prayer Sisters for 2009 will be made known!!! Join us for an evening of fun, food & fellowship!!! 2009 Secret Prayer Sisters please bring a small gift for your sister and reveal your identity to her inside the card. We will arrange the Secret Prayer sisters for 2010 - if you want to be a part of the 2010 Sisters please join us tonight!! or provide your information to the office prior to 2 pm on the 23rd! (This is a potluck dessert social) |
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Grace's second 'Chick Flick' night - Dinner, a movie & so much more!!!
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Ladies of Grace & their lady friends, family members etc pick up your invitation today (see Narthex table) A NIGHT YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS – our second “CHICK FLICKS” dinner & a movie night is November 7th @ 5 pm – mark your calendars and get your tickets from the Grace Royal Heralds today! (Linda & Dawn – tickets for the evening are only $7) |
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MIRACLE SUNDAY IS OCTOBER 11TH
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Each year we ask you to prayfully consider contributing toward a Grace Church goal that is not part of the normal operating budget. This year Grace Church’s goal for Miracle Sunday is to replace aging windows. (installed in 1989). Please take some time to pray for God’s guidance regarding this year’s Miracle Sunday goal. Miracle Sunday envelopes can be found in your offering envelopes or see the Narthex table if you donate via auto debit. Thank you. |
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Grace Chili Cook Off & Talent Show
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Calling all cowboys and cowgirls to Grace’s first Annual Chili Cook off!
Saturday October 17 at 5:30 p.m. ($ 2.00 per person at the door)
Come eat and enjoy as the judges pick a winner!
More info on the Narthex board and a sign up sheet (so we know how many are coming)
Want to have your chili recipe judged? Your name will be on a trophy for 1 year!Want to be a judge? See Fiona or Maureen. |
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Backpack Challenge
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There is still a need for backpacks, lunch bags and school supplies in our community (especially for older children) The Grace challenge has been extended until Sunday, Sept 13th...so fill up a backpack and drop it off on Sunday for delivery to our local community resource center. Thank you for all who have donated to date...we have dropped off 30 backpacks and 10 bags of supplies to help out community. |
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Grace Cares Day
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Saturday, September 19th is "GRACE CARES DAY" join us for as long as you can between 9 am and 2 pm and help us fix up Grace Church. A free pizza lunch will be provided. Something for everyone so bring your family! |
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Garden Bridal Shower
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Ladies, you are invited to a Garden Bridal Shower for Erin
Saturday August 29th 11:00 a.m. till 3 p.m.
@ Kim Z's place. This is a pantry shower please see the Narthex Board for more details. |
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Potluck Picnic in Rockland
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Join us for a potluck picnic in Rockland Sunday, August 30th @ 4 pm in the Park next to the Rockland Boat Launch (end of Edwards Street)
Bring your guitars & other instruments, lawn chairs & something to share at the picnic. Soft drinks/juice & all paper products & utensils will be supplied. Please note there are no BBQ facilities but you are welcome to bring along your hibachi to BBQ on. Join us for a time of fun, food and fellowship! |
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Corn Roast & Potluck Supper: 5:30 pm Saturday September 12th!
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It's the Grace Fall Corn Roast & Potluck Supper. Join us Saturday, September 12th at Luc & Kim's. (contact the church office for directions). Bring your lawn chairs, guitars & other musical instruments & something to share for the potluck supper. We will provide drinks, utensils/plates & the corn!!! |
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The GYG returns September 1st!!
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Youth Grade 7 to 12 join us for an evening full of fun, food, song & more!!! Every Tuesday evening from 7 pm to 9 pm. The first night - September 1st we invite all parents to join us and learn more about "The GYG" (Grace Youth Group)!!!
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Grace Potluck Picnic/BBQ
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After the service of Sunday, June 21st (rain or shine) we invite you to join us for our summer potluck picnic. Here's how it works...bring something to BBQ for your family and either a salad or dessert to share with everyone. You will need your lawn chairs, sunscreen, hats & don't forget to bring your summer games. We invite you to join us!!! |
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Spring Concert!!
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Join us Sunday, June 14th @ 7 pm for a Spring Concert! A night of musical variety...from orchestra to solists...We invite you to join us! |
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The Inward Journey - Grace Congregational Retreat
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Join us for our next Congregational Retreat. We will be staying at Providence Point in Larnark. This Journey is about growing in personal well-being. You won't be disappointed!! Registration is only $110 (by May 11th) $135 (after May 11th) Print off the registration form (see attachment) and register today! |
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Potluck Luncheon and Farewell to Denise
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Join us after the service on Sunday, April 19th for a sandwich potluck luncheon & an opportunity to say farewell to Denise. Here's how it works. Bring a few sandwiches for your family and some to share. We will put them out - buffet style - and enjoy lunch together. Tea, Coffee, Juice and a cake dessert will be provided. See you there! |
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Grace Breakfast
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We invite you to join us Saturday, April 11th from 9-11 am for breakfast. Everyone is invited!! This is not a Grace Family event but open to everyone!! So come, bring your family, friends, coworkers, neighbours.... |
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Mission Trip
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Are you interested in a local short-term Mission Trip!! Join us Sunday, April 5th (after the service in St. Andrew's Hall) for a brainstorming session. We are planning a short term LOCAL Mission Trip to help prepare the property of the NEW Camp Cherith (in Lanark County). Be sure to RSVP your attendance and we'll make sure we have enough hot dogs for everyone. Everyone welcome!! |
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Countering Pharaoh - New adult study section begins March 8th
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Please join us as we relive the Israelites’ exodus experience and Sinai encounter, using 15 minute video presentations from eminent Old Testament scholar and theologian Walter Brueggemann.
We will meet each Sunday afternoon from 12 pm to 1 pm from March 8th to April 5th.
A light lunch will be provided, as well as childcare. |
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CUBA - Global Awareness trip presentation
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Denise will be sharing with us her experiences from her Global Awareness Trip to Cuba. (early January) Join us to hear more about the people of Cuba. We also encourage you to bring a potluck Mexican style dish and join us for lunch. (presentation will be in St. Andrew's Hall after the service) |
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Sandwich Potluck luncheon
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February 22nd, after the service join us for a sandwich potluck luncheon. Here's how it works. You bring sandwiches for your family and a few to share. We put them out after the service - buffett style - and we all enjoy lunch together. We will provide tea, coffee, juice and a cake dessert. Join us! |
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Family Fun Day
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Join us for a day of family fun!!
Hockey, indoor board games & a Free Hot Dog lunch. We also have hot chocolate, tea, coffee & juice available throughout the day. Drop by for as little or as long as you like and let's celebrate our families. Finish the day with a potluck supper. See you all there!! |
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New Year's Eve Communion Service
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Come and join us as we welcome in 2009. We begin the evening at 9:30 pm with Family games in our church hall. Then at 11 pm join us for a worship service followed by Communion at midnight and a potluck in our hall after the service.
Hope to see you there!!
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Christmas Eve Services 7 & 11 pm
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We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.
7 pm: Family Service (nursery care is available)
11 pm: Carols and Lessons |
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Ladies Day Apart - January 17, 2009 8:30 - 3:30
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Ladies join us for a day of refreshment. Guest speaker: Liz Honeyford will be joining us to encourage each lady's "Passionate Heart". It will be a day full of worship, teaching and fellowship. Lunch is included. Register early as space is limited. $20 for the whole day (before Jan 8th) $25. (after Jan 8th) |
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Fundraiser Breakfast for Dan & Sarah
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Join us anytime between 9 am and 11:30 am on Saturday, November 29th for a delicious breakfast. A freewill offering will be accepted to support the costs for Dan and Sarah as they follow God's calling to join YWAM. |
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Faith Night with the Ottawa 67's & CHRI
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Contact the office to reserve your tickets and join us for a night of hockey. $12/adult & $10/child (12 & under).
We will be picking up tickets on Monday December 1st so contact the office today: 824-9260 |
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Operation Christmas Child Boxes are here!
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Our Operation Christmas Child boxes are ready for you to pick up and fill. Don't forget to take a pamphlet with each box. Please note that shipping costs per box this year is $7.
Last date to return your box is November 26th.
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The Outward Journey
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Registration is now being accepted for "The Outward Journey" congregational retreat. Completed registration forms can be returned to the office together with your deposit. Early Bird Registration fee: $100/person prior to October 14th and after October 14th $125/person. For more information about this retreat please see the Events calendar.
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Miracle Sunday - October 12th
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Each year we ask you to prayfully consider contributing toward a Grace Church goal this is not part of the normal operating budget. This year Grace Church’s goal for Miracle Sunday is to replace the remaining two HVAC units (approx. 17-19 years old) and for funds to fix the increasing repairs needed on our roof. Both of these needs will prevent future more costly repairs. Please take some time to pray for God’s guidance regarding these Miracle Sunday goals. Miracle Sunday envelopes are in your tithing envelope box or see the Narthex Table if you donate via auto debit. Thank you. |
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How to spend an hour in prayer
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Our minister, Dan MacKinnon, has prepared a concise guide to assist in spending more time in prayer than what most of us currently do. This guide is now available for download from this site. |
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Musician Picnic, Wednesday June 18; 6 pm
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Everyone is invited to join us at Petrie Island on Wednesday, June 18th for a picnic. Join us any time after 6 pm, bring your lawn chairs, musical instruments, games & something to share at this potluck picnic event. Please note: in case of rain the picnic will be cancelled. Hope to see you there!! |
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Worship service bulletins online
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The worship service bulletins are now available online at Grace Bulletins. They are in Adobe PDF format, and are the same as printed on Sunday.
We will have the bulletins posted prior to the Sunday service. You can help us reduce our paper costs by printing as much or as little of the bulletin yourself to bring with you on Sunday. |
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Men Encouraging Men
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All Men are invited to Join Pastor Dan at Lexus Restaurant each Wednesday morning at 7 am for breakfast & encouraging fellowship. No RSVP required just show up! |
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