Acolytes:
The Acolyte Guild consists of youth, from seventh grade through
high school, and adults who assist when the youth aren't available.
The acolytes work in teams to cover the jobs of Crucifer,
Missal Bearer, and Torch Bearer.
Adult Education:
The mission of the Adult Christian Education Committee is to help
us as adults of Grace Church explore, articulate, and grow in our
faith so that we may reflect the truths of the Christian gospel in
the world where we each live and work, in our response to the issues
and decisions of the day, and in our relationships with colleagues,
friends, and those whom we love. This mission is pursued through
planned programs in a comfortable setting on Sunday mornings at
10:00 am in the small hall.
Altar Guild:
The Altar Guild is responsible for preparing the altar, the flowers,
and the linens needed for all the services of the church.
Baptisms:
Any person(s) interested in being baptized or having a child baptized
should contact the Rector. Instruction will be provided.
Choir:
The adult choir meets each Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday
morning at 9:30 a.m. for rehearsals.
Church Service League:
The Church Service League meets every Tuesday from March to May
and from September to the middle of December. The Church Service
League is the oldest organization at Grace Church. We sew,
knit and make items for children in need as well as for nursing
homes. We share in the Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m. and lunch
is at 11:45. Bring a sandwich and join us for lunch. All
are welcome to attend our meetings.
Confirmation and Inquirer's Classes:
Held annually to coincide with the Bishop's visitation. For
those who have never been confirmed as well as those who would like
to reaffirm their faith. Please contact the Rector's office if you are interested.
Finance Committee:
The Finance Committee meets throughout the year to provide management
and oversight of the financial situation of the parish. Its
primary responsibilities are endowment management, budgetary advice,
and occasional other tasks related to financial management assigned
by the Vestry. We welcome anyone who is interested in the
finances of the parish. The meetings are held quarterly, usually
in January, April, July and October and any other time the Vestry
requests our help or we have special business to consider.
Grace Church Vestry:
The Vestry meets the first Sunday of every month from 12:45 - 2:45 pm. Minutes from the monthly meeting are posted on the bulletin board in the office.
Greeters:
Every Sunday, two greeters hand out leaflets and participate in
the offertory. This is a terrific way to meet more members of the
congregation.
Isabel Coleman Memorial Garden:
The Memorial Garden continues to provide a tranquil final resting-place
for the ashes of parishioners and members of their families, as
well as a natured-centered spot where people can sit and reflect.
The Memorial Garden was Bob Malagodi's vision--he wanted a
fitting memorial to Isabel Coleman who gave so many years of service
to Grace Church. I hope that those who come to the garden
for quiet contemplation will remember both Isabel and Bob, whose
creativity and caring helped bring this wonderful space into being.
Journey to Adulthood for Jr. High:
The Youth Group at Grace church offers fellowship to all associated
youth, from grades seven through twelve. Our mission is to
offer a safe haven for practicing and developing faith, both by
participating in fun, informal church events, as well as by participation
in community outreach. We hope to provide a place for youth
to develop a support group outside the normal peer groups at school.
We meet on Sunday's at 10:00 a.m. in the rector's study.
Lectors, Layreader, Chalice Bearers:
These worship assistants are a vital piece of our Sunday services.
Marriage:
Any persons interested in being married at Grace Church should contact
the Rector.
Pastoral Care:
Parishioners take children in after school, visit shut-ins, drive
the elderly to medical appointments, cook meals for the sick, provide
companionship to the dying, and held each other in their prayers.The
task of the Pastoral Care Committee has been to support and facilitate
this care.
Property Committee:
The Property Committee is charged with the maintenance and restoration
of our beautiful building and grounds.
Social Action:
The Social Action committee helps parishioners act on their concerns
for the problems of hunger, poverty, violence, inadequate housing,
inadequate healthcare, and other social issues. This is an
obligation and a task that we have been at for 125 years as a community
of faith, worship, prayer and friendship.
Stewardship Committee:
Stewardship is about people offering back to God their time and
talent to do the work we were commissioned to do at our Baptism.
It is about connecting with people, helping each other find
our gifts for ministry, and finding ways to offer those gifts to
the community.
Welcoming Committee:
The Welcoming Committee's mission is to bring new members in to
Grace church, make them feel welcome at our services, include them
in our existing programs and create new programs targeted toward
new members.
Women of Grace:
Women of Grace, formerly The Monday Morning Group, started in 1982. It is a discussion group
for women of Grace Church and those seeking a parish church. We
meet every month from September to June.
Worship Committee:
The committee discusses numerous issues relating to expanding Grace
Church's experience of worship.The work of the worship committee
is quiet, "behind the scenes," but welcomes wider participation
from and dialogue with the Grace Church parish. All are welcome
to every meeting, and members of the committee invite your comments.
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