upcoming events
FOOD TRUCK PARTY VBS WAS A SUCCESS!
Thank you VBS Volunteers! After two years of not having in person or full blown Vacation Bible School, it was a joy to have nearly 100 children participate in our daily games, crafts, lessons, music, missions, and science stations. A HUGE thank you to all our station leaders and volunteers. It certainly takes a team and you all were awesome! A special thank you to our Children's Ministry Team for pulling everything together, getting this year's theme organized, ordering supplies, and both putting up and taking down decorations. Way to go Team Grace!
VBS in the Park - Thank you Kick-a-Poo and Kid City Academy for sharing your kiddos with us once again this year for "VBS in the Park." 140 kids shared in the fun and beautiful chaos and we had wonderful weather for the morning. Thank you volunteers and station leaders!
Thank you VBS Volunteers! After two years of not having in person or full blown Vacation Bible School, it was a joy to have nearly 100 children participate in our daily games, crafts, lessons, music, missions, and science stations. A HUGE thank you to all our station leaders and volunteers. It certainly takes a team and you all were awesome! A special thank you to our Children's Ministry Team for pulling everything together, getting this year's theme organized, ordering supplies, and both putting up and taking down decorations. Way to go Team Grace!
VBS in the Park - Thank you Kick-a-Poo and Kid City Academy for sharing your kiddos with us once again this year for "VBS in the Park." 140 kids shared in the fun and beautiful chaos and we had wonderful weather for the morning. Thank you volunteers and station leaders!
SUPPORT FOR DOG MINISTRY FUND
Titus, the church's visitation therapy dog needs your help. Due to recent dental and health issues, the "Titus Fund" could use a little "paws-itive" attention to get built back up. Donations can be made to the church with "dog ministry" on the memo line. Thank you in advance for your continued love and support of this ministry.
Titus, the church's visitation therapy dog needs your help. Due to recent dental and health issues, the "Titus Fund" could use a little "paws-itive" attention to get built back up. Donations can be made to the church with "dog ministry" on the memo line. Thank you in advance for your continued love and support of this ministry.
A WORD FROM PASTOR JENOTHY
"Thank you" does not begin to cover the extent of my gratitude for the love and support of this congregation. I look forward to my time of spiritual renewal and I want to express my humble thanks to you, Grace Church, for such a gift. I appreciate your continued prayers as I travel, visit family, and spend time in nature and I have full confidence in the staff and you, the congregation, to carry on the work of caring together and growing together. The mountains are calling... With love and peace, Pastor Jenothy.
"Thank you" does not begin to cover the extent of my gratitude for the love and support of this congregation. I look forward to my time of spiritual renewal and I want to express my humble thanks to you, Grace Church, for such a gift. I appreciate your continued prayers as I travel, visit family, and spend time in nature and I have full confidence in the staff and you, the congregation, to carry on the work of caring together and growing together. The mountains are calling... With love and peace, Pastor Jenothy.
WELCOME SUSAN NYQUIST
Please join the SPRC, Grace Staff, and the Children's Ministry Team in welcoming Susan Nyquist to Grace as our Director of Children's Ministry. Her official start date is July 5 and she is excited to share in the work of children and family spiritual formation. Susan is a licensed local pastor within the UMC with over twenty years experience in youth, children, and family ministry as well as congregational care. Her official introduction will be held the weekend of July 9 and 10. Please extend a warm Grace welcome and celebrate what God continues to do in the life of the church and community.
Please join the SPRC, Grace Staff, and the Children's Ministry Team in welcoming Susan Nyquist to Grace as our Director of Children's Ministry. Her official start date is July 5 and she is excited to share in the work of children and family spiritual formation. Susan is a licensed local pastor within the UMC with over twenty years experience in youth, children, and family ministry as well as congregational care. Her official introduction will be held the weekend of July 9 and 10. Please extend a warm Grace welcome and celebrate what God continues to do in the life of the church and community.
WOMEN’S BOOK STUDY
Thursdays beginning June 30, 9:30-10:30a, OARC
Pastor Jenothy's Thursday morning class will continue to meet throughout the summer with the guidance and support of various class members. Starting Thursday, June 30, they will be reading Come Sit a Spell by Marilyn Jansen, followed by a time of fellowship and celebration in July, and then sharing Priscilla Shirer's book, Life Interrupted in August. September will focus on Gretchen Saffles book, The Well Watered Woman. All women are invited and class meets on Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:45 in the Older Adult Resource Conference Room (OARC). For more information call the church office or talk with Laura Bowman.
Thursdays beginning June 30, 9:30-10:30a, OARC
Pastor Jenothy's Thursday morning class will continue to meet throughout the summer with the guidance and support of various class members. Starting Thursday, June 30, they will be reading Come Sit a Spell by Marilyn Jansen, followed by a time of fellowship and celebration in July, and then sharing Priscilla Shirer's book, Life Interrupted in August. September will focus on Gretchen Saffles book, The Well Watered Woman. All women are invited and class meets on Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:45 in the Older Adult Resource Conference Room (OARC). For more information call the church office or talk with Laura Bowman.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
A great deal of celebrating took place at the 2022 Annual Conference on the campus of Indiana Wesleyan University. During the Annual Conference, the body received reports and adopted a budget for mission and ministry. Bishop Trimble also challenged all who came with the message "Love God, Love Neighbor," sharing a very familiar Wesleyan theme: “If I abide in Christ, I ought to walk as Christ walked...walking in grace, I have learned that I will never walk alone." You can listen to that address by going to Bishop Trimble's address: https://vimeo.com/719907529. Another key highlight of the Annual Conference was the teaching of Pastor Grace. We encourage you to listen to her outstanding session on Matthew's Gospel by going here https://vimeo.com/719993585.
A great deal of celebrating took place at the 2022 Annual Conference on the campus of Indiana Wesleyan University. During the Annual Conference, the body received reports and adopted a budget for mission and ministry. Bishop Trimble also challenged all who came with the message "Love God, Love Neighbor," sharing a very familiar Wesleyan theme: “If I abide in Christ, I ought to walk as Christ walked...walking in grace, I have learned that I will never walk alone." You can listen to that address by going to Bishop Trimble's address: https://vimeo.com/719907529. Another key highlight of the Annual Conference was the teaching of Pastor Grace. We encourage you to listen to her outstanding session on Matthew's Gospel by going here https://vimeo.com/719993585.
SMALL FOOD PANTRY ITEMS NEEDED
The Outreach Team can use small individually wrapped food items like crackers, muffins, chips, granola bars, and applesauce. Please place in the Missions Cabinet in the Hallway.
The Outreach Team can use small individually wrapped food items like crackers, muffins, chips, granola bars, and applesauce. Please place in the Missions Cabinet in the Hallway.
ANNOUNCING THE 2022 GraceGathering CONCERT SERIES
The 2022 GraceGathering Concert Series is free admission to all! The 2022 schedule is:
The 2022 GraceGathering Concert Series is free admission to all! The 2022 schedule is:
- September 11 at 6 PM - The Happy Enchiladas - John Boardman on guitar - SYC
MARC ADAMS WOODWORKING EVENT
Tuesday & Wednesday, Jun 28-29
Marc Adams School of Woodworking, and the Boys and Girls Club will partner for a special two day event on June 28 and 29, bringing together members of the church and young people from Franklin to share in a time of woodworking. Sign up at the Outreach Center to participate.
Tuesday & Wednesday, Jun 28-29
Marc Adams School of Woodworking, and the Boys and Girls Club will partner for a special two day event on June 28 and 29, bringing together members of the church and young people from Franklin to share in a time of woodworking. Sign up at the Outreach Center to participate.
TOWEL COLLECTION FOR LORD’S CUPBOARD
Moving into summer, Grace Church will begin a bath towel collection for The Lord's Cupboard. This collection will take place in the month of June. You may bring your bath towels to the Outreach Center in the Lobby and place them in the clothes basket by the Center. Please make sure the towels are new or gently used and clean.
Moving into summer, Grace Church will begin a bath towel collection for The Lord's Cupboard. This collection will take place in the month of June. You may bring your bath towels to the Outreach Center in the Lobby and place them in the clothes basket by the Center. Please make sure the towels are new or gently used and clean.
SUMMER CHOIR
Summer Choir will share in worship on July 10 and August 14 at both 9:00 and 11:00 services. We will meet to rehearse at 8:00 AM. Singers need not be a regular choir member---all are welcome. Questions contact Roger at rogersmith@franklingrace.org.
Summer Choir will share in worship on July 10 and August 14 at both 9:00 and 11:00 services. We will meet to rehearse at 8:00 AM. Singers need not be a regular choir member---all are welcome. Questions contact Roger at rogersmith@franklingrace.org.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
month of July
The Caring Ministry will once again be collecting gift cards for our Christmas in July project. There will be a Christmas tree in the lobby decorated with gift tags including names of various local restaurants on them. You may purchase a gift card from that restaurant in any amount. Purchased gift cards can be placed in the Christmas box by the tree.
These cards will provide support to persons and families in our church during illness or other special needs. Many Grace Church members have been blessed by this ministry in the past. Thank you for your generous support.
month of July
The Caring Ministry will once again be collecting gift cards for our Christmas in July project. There will be a Christmas tree in the lobby decorated with gift tags including names of various local restaurants on them. You may purchase a gift card from that restaurant in any amount. Purchased gift cards can be placed in the Christmas box by the tree.
These cards will provide support to persons and families in our church during illness or other special needs. Many Grace Church members have been blessed by this ministry in the past. Thank you for your generous support.
LIFE LINE SCREENING
Thursday, Jul 7, Price Hall
Life Line Screening will take place in Price Hall on Thursday, July 7. Life Line Screening goes beyond regular checkups to provide a more thorough look at your health. Advanced ultrasound technology looks inside your arteries for signs of plaque buildup. Cost is $139. Call (888) 653-6450 to sign up or visit https://llsa.social/HSC
Thursday, Jul 7, Price Hall
Life Line Screening will take place in Price Hall on Thursday, July 7. Life Line Screening goes beyond regular checkups to provide a more thorough look at your health. Advanced ultrasound technology looks inside your arteries for signs of plaque buildup. Cost is $139. Call (888) 653-6450 to sign up or visit https://llsa.social/HSC
FAST TRACK COLLECTION
The Outreach Team will be working with United Way to collect school supplies for children in Johnson County in July. Watch for the list of items to bring to the Outreach Center in the Lobby. There will also be an Amazon link soon that supplies can be purchased from and sent directly to the church
The Outreach Team will be working with United Way to collect school supplies for children in Johnson County in July. Watch for the list of items to bring to the Outreach Center in the Lobby. There will also be an Amazon link soon that supplies can be purchased from and sent directly to the church
SESSIONS WITH JOSEPH
In July, Joseph will share in sessions where people can learn what it is like to serve in The United Methodist Church in Africa. These sessions will take place at Grace UMC and at Otterbein - exact rooms to be determined.
At Grace UMC
July 3, 10:15a. (Sunday School Hour)
July 10, 10:15a. (Sunday School Hour)
July 17, 10:15a (Sunday School Hour)
At Otterbein SeniorLife Community
The same topics as above on the following dates:
Tuesday, July 5, 10a
Tuesday, July 12, 10a
Tuesday, July 19, 10a
In July, Joseph will share in sessions where people can learn what it is like to serve in The United Methodist Church in Africa. These sessions will take place at Grace UMC and at Otterbein - exact rooms to be determined.
At Grace UMC
July 3, 10:15a. (Sunday School Hour)
- Session One - What is it like to serve as a pastor in The United Methodist Church in the Congo? What challenges and opportunities do you face?
July 10, 10:15a. (Sunday School Hour)
- Session two - What is it like to plant a new church? What did you do? The importance of evangelism.
July 17, 10:15a (Sunday School Hour)
- Session Three: Why is getting a theological education at United Theological Seminary important for you and the church?
At Otterbein SeniorLife Community
The same topics as above on the following dates:
Tuesday, July 5, 10a
Tuesday, July 12, 10a
Tuesday, July 19, 10a
TITUS FUNDRAISER
Sara Rather has created beautiful Painted Plates to raise financial support for Titus, the Church's Therapy Dog. The plates are $10 each and are located at the Outreach Center. For more information, contact Sara at 317-443-8485.
Sara Rather has created beautiful Painted Plates to raise financial support for Titus, the Church's Therapy Dog. The plates are $10 each and are located at the Outreach Center. For more information, contact Sara at 317-443-8485.
GIRLS INC. PROJECT
Friday, July 8, 1-3p, Price Hall
We are looking for at least eight people to help with an Art and Craft Project for Girls Inc. on Friday, July 8, at 1:00-3:00p.m. in Price Hall. We will have approximately 70 girls ranging in age from six to twelve working on craft and art projects. Sign up at the Outreach Center to volunteer!
Friday, July 8, 1-3p, Price Hall
We are looking for at least eight people to help with an Art and Craft Project for Girls Inc. on Friday, July 8, at 1:00-3:00p.m. in Price Hall. We will have approximately 70 girls ranging in age from six to twelve working on craft and art projects. Sign up at the Outreach Center to volunteer!
BACKS AGAINST THE WALL: THE HOWARD THURMAN STORY
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30p, A104
This one-hour video class, followed by discussion, will explore the extraordinary legacy and life of one of the most important figures of the 20th century: Howard Thurman. Born the grandson of slaves, Thurman became a spiritual mentor to many, most notably ML King, Jr. In the mid-1930s, he was the first African-American to visit with Mohandes Gandhi in India. He is known as a writer of the spiritual life and struggle for justice. This session will take place in A104 on Tuesday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m. Sign up at the Sign Up Center in the Lobby for this free session. Sponsored by Church & Society Team.
Tuesday, July 5, 6:30p, A104
This one-hour video class, followed by discussion, will explore the extraordinary legacy and life of one of the most important figures of the 20th century: Howard Thurman. Born the grandson of slaves, Thurman became a spiritual mentor to many, most notably ML King, Jr. In the mid-1930s, he was the first African-American to visit with Mohandes Gandhi in India. He is known as a writer of the spiritual life and struggle for justice. This session will take place in A104 on Tuesday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m. Sign up at the Sign Up Center in the Lobby for this free session. Sponsored by Church & Society Team.
GOING VIRAL: ANTISEMITISM IN FOUR MUTATIONS
Wednesday, July 20, 6:30p, A104
Why is Antisemitism worsening in Europe and the USA? Why the growing attacks on Jews and other people of minority status? What drives such hate and denial? This one-evening session will take place on Wednesday, July 20, at 6:30 p.m. in A104. No cost. The two-hour DVD and follow up discussion will take people to Europe and the USA and look at the mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, along with the massive effort to deny the Holocaust. Sign up at the Sign Up Center in the Lobby. Sponsored by Church & Society Team.
Wednesday, July 20, 6:30p, A104
Why is Antisemitism worsening in Europe and the USA? Why the growing attacks on Jews and other people of minority status? What drives such hate and denial? This one-evening session will take place on Wednesday, July 20, at 6:30 p.m. in A104. No cost. The two-hour DVD and follow up discussion will take people to Europe and the USA and look at the mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, along with the massive effort to deny the Holocaust. Sign up at the Sign Up Center in the Lobby. Sponsored by Church & Society Team.
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