We are now on our summer service schedule, with one service at 9:30am. The regular service schedule will resume on Sunday, September 8th
Palestinian olive oil will be available for sale in the connector following the service today, Sunday, August 4. It is organic, extra virgin, first cold press and fair trade. The proceeds from the sale enable Grace Church to provide a scholarship for Joyce Harish, a student at the Episcopal Technological and Vocational Training Center in Ramallah, to study computer programming, drafting and installation.
Education for Ministry Presentation, Sunday, August 4
This Sunday after church there will be a brief presentation in the Parish Hall about Education for Ministry (EfM) at Grace Church. This would be a good time for you to ask questions and possibly to discover if EfM is right for you. If there are six to eight people interested, we would like to begin the seminars in September.
Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum Presents a book talk and conversation with Carl I Hammer
“As an Heathen Man and a Publican” The Ordeal of Betsey Huntington at Forty Acres
Sunday, August 4, 2024, 2:00 PM
at Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum 130 River Drive, Route 47, Hadley MA 01035
This presentation traces the religious life of early 19th-century Hadley through the experiences of Elizabeth (Betsey) and Dan Huntington as they navigated the evolution of their personal faith, the local church community’s response, and the resulting ex-communications and conversion to Unitarianism. Following the book talk, Carl I Hammer, will facilitate a public conversation about the legacy of these historical spiritual shifts in Connecticut River Valley. Admission for this event is free. The Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum is located at 130 River Drive, Route 47, Hadley MA 01035. For further information please call (413) 584-4699 or visit pphmuseum.org
Summer Poetry and Prayer Zoom Gathering
Weekly poetry meditations, led by Megan over Zoom, are beginning again for the rest of the summer. Join on Mondays at 12:15 p.m. through August 26th. Each week, we will explore one poem together and the ways it might lead us into spiritual reflection or prayer. No previous poetry experience is necessary! We meet for roughly 30 minutes. You are welcome to bring a lunch! The Zoom link is sent out Monday mornings from the Grace email account. If you cannot make these gatherings live but are interested in recordings, please email Megan.
Haiti Ministry: Wow!
This past week, we’ve received a wonderful outpouring of support – $5525, enough to provide uniforms and school supplies for another 73 students. We are so grateful for your generosity! 199 children are now provided for, with only 51 remaining. If you can help, please see us at coffee hour, send a check, or donate through the church website. Any amount is welcome; $75 covers a uniform and supplies for one student. For more details, check out graceinhaiti.org.
Save the Date
11th Hour Bell Ringing for Climate Change
Sunday, August 11th at 11:00am
Be part of the 11th Hour Bell Ringing for Climate Change next Sunday, August 11 at 11:00am. Join friends and neighbors for prayer and meditation before the 11th hour ringing begins. This is an invitation to join religious groups across the country and beyond to express our hope and determination that together we can act boldly to address the climate crisis. Climate Action’s monthly meeting will take place immediately following the bell ringing in the Fireplace Room. Please stay for the bell ringing and come to the meeting after to learn more about what we can do to address the climate crisis.
Joy of Living Group, 7:00-8:30 p.m., 2nd and 4th Mondays
This group combines meditation, practices integrated in the flow of life, and discussion. Next meeting, in the Connector: August 12, 2024
Nicholas Bazaar
Are you interested in antiques and/or collectibles? We’d love to have your help sorting and pricing these bazaar donations. Join us – we get lots of interesting items! Some knowledge of antiques and collectibles would be helpful. Contact Joan with any questions or to volunteer.
Donations are being accepted for the bazaar, December 7, 2024. Please remember that items should be in good condition and clean. We accept many kinds of items, but please no textbooks, binders, VCR tapes, cassettes, clothing, or mildewed items. Place donations on the table near the large shelves in the undercroft. Contact Joan with any questions. Thank you!