upcoming events
THE WOODSMAN QUARTET
Saturday, July 20, 5:30p service
Put down on the Calendar that the Woodsman Gospel Quartet will sing at Grace Church this Saturday, July 20th, at 5:30 p.m. as part of the Saturday night service. Open to all.
Saturday, July 20, 5:30p service
Put down on the Calendar that the Woodsman Gospel Quartet will sing at Grace Church this Saturday, July 20th, at 5:30 p.m. as part of the Saturday night service. Open to all.
SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS AT GRACE UMC
Saturdays, 9-11a, Adult Wing
The Indiana Association of Deaf is now offering a Sign Language Class on Saturday mornings at Grace Church at 9:00 a.m. The two-hour class will meet in the Adult Wing of the church. Enter Door C2. The Indiana Association of the Deaf is a non-profit organization working towards educating and elevating the Deaf community through its programs. There is no cost. The classes are accumulative in nature, building week to week.
Saturdays, 9-11a, Adult Wing
The Indiana Association of Deaf is now offering a Sign Language Class on Saturday mornings at Grace Church at 9:00 a.m. The two-hour class will meet in the Adult Wing of the church. Enter Door C2. The Indiana Association of the Deaf is a non-profit organization working towards educating and elevating the Deaf community through its programs. There is no cost. The classes are accumulative in nature, building week to week.
FAST-TRACK SUMMER COLLECTION PROJECT
Fast Track of United Way needs our help to collect school supplies for children in Franklin and Johnson County. Please bring the supplies below to Grace Church between July 7 and August 15 to the display and collection point in the Lobby. Many thanks for helping the children of this community! List of Items: Backpacks, Note Cards Highlighters, Art Boxes (Plastic), Lined Paper, Pencils, Colored Pencils, Pens, Crayons, Big Red Pens, Rulers, Erasers, Scissors (Smooth Tip), Folders, Glue Bottles (Elmers), Glue Sticks, Markers. Watch for Display. Tips: Watch for Specials at Wal-Mart, Meijer, Kroger, not to mention Dollar Tree.
Fast Track of United Way needs our help to collect school supplies for children in Franklin and Johnson County. Please bring the supplies below to Grace Church between July 7 and August 15 to the display and collection point in the Lobby. Many thanks for helping the children of this community! List of Items: Backpacks, Note Cards Highlighters, Art Boxes (Plastic), Lined Paper, Pencils, Colored Pencils, Pens, Crayons, Big Red Pens, Rulers, Erasers, Scissors (Smooth Tip), Folders, Glue Bottles (Elmers), Glue Sticks, Markers. Watch for Display. Tips: Watch for Specials at Wal-Mart, Meijer, Kroger, not to mention Dollar Tree.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
It’s that time again! During July, the Caring Ministry of Grace Church will once again have a Christmas Tree in the lobby. There will be a gift tag with the names of various local stores and restaurants where persons my purchase a gift card of any amount. The gift card will then be returned to the church and placed in the Christmas box under the tree. Please make sure the amount is on the card. These cards will provide support to families in our church when there is a crisis or special need. Many Grace Church members were blessed by this ministry in the past year. Thank you!
It’s that time again! During July, the Caring Ministry of Grace Church will once again have a Christmas Tree in the lobby. There will be a gift tag with the names of various local stores and restaurants where persons my purchase a gift card of any amount. The gift card will then be returned to the church and placed in the Christmas box under the tree. Please make sure the amount is on the card. These cards will provide support to families in our church when there is a crisis or special need. Many Grace Church members were blessed by this ministry in the past year. Thank you!
PRESCHOOL MINISTRY REGISTRATION
Our Preschool Classes are filling up quickly for the 2019/2020 school year! Some classes are already on a waiting list! If you have not registered your child, visit https://register.runsandbox.com?form=0f4c5471-8245-48d4-8de1-299478acaffa to do so today! Contact Amber Whitman at amberwhitman@franklingrace.org for more information.
Our Preschool Classes are filling up quickly for the 2019/2020 school year! Some classes are already on a waiting list! If you have not registered your child, visit https://register.runsandbox.com?form=0f4c5471-8245-48d4-8de1-299478acaffa to do so today! Contact Amber Whitman at amberwhitman@franklingrace.org for more information.
PRAYING FOR WEBB SCHOOL & CHILDREN
Sunday, August 4, 10:15a
Grace Church will have a special weekend to kick off the new school year on August 3 and August 4. On Sunday, August 4, members of Grace Church will walk over to Webb School and pray for the school during the Sunday school hour. More news later.
Sunday, August 4, 10:15a
Grace Church will have a special weekend to kick off the new school year on August 3 and August 4. On Sunday, August 4, members of Grace Church will walk over to Webb School and pray for the school during the Sunday school hour. More news later.
BACK-PACK BLESSING
All Services, August 3/4
All Children and youth and teachers and persons going back to school for the new year will want to bring their Back-Packs to worship on the weekend of August 3/4.
All Services, August 3/4
All Children and youth and teachers and persons going back to school for the new year will want to bring their Back-Packs to worship on the weekend of August 3/4.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL WORSHIP & PRAYER EVENT
Sunday, August 4, 6pm, FCHS
Remember that local churches will come together to provide a Back to School Worship and Prayer Event on Sunday, August 4th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Franklin Community High School. Open to the public. All come. Dr. Clendening, a member of Grace Church and superintendent, will be on hand.
Sunday, August 4, 6pm, FCHS
Remember that local churches will come together to provide a Back to School Worship and Prayer Event on Sunday, August 4th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Franklin Community High School. Open to the public. All come. Dr. Clendening, a member of Grace Church and superintendent, will be on hand.
FRANKLIN EDUCATION CONNECTION
This partner in ministry seeks your time and talent in mentoring students here in Franklin. There are two different opportunities to serve and make an impact:
Be a Study Buddy - Volunteer one hour per week to tutor/mentor a student in grades 2-8 from September - April. Work with a student who need a strong role model as well as some academic assistance in his/her life. Volunteering in this program is extremely rewarding!
Be a First Scholar Mentor - Professionals who are college graduates volunteer one hour per month from September to April during the lunch hour. Mentor a High School student who will be the first in their family to attend college. The time commitment is minimal, but the potential impact could be significant!
Go to www.franklineducationconnection.org to learn more and apply. Contact Melissa Parramore @ parramorem@franklinschools.org or (317)524-8544 with questions.
This partner in ministry seeks your time and talent in mentoring students here in Franklin. There are two different opportunities to serve and make an impact:
Be a Study Buddy - Volunteer one hour per week to tutor/mentor a student in grades 2-8 from September - April. Work with a student who need a strong role model as well as some academic assistance in his/her life. Volunteering in this program is extremely rewarding!
Be a First Scholar Mentor - Professionals who are college graduates volunteer one hour per month from September to April during the lunch hour. Mentor a High School student who will be the first in their family to attend college. The time commitment is minimal, but the potential impact could be significant!
Go to www.franklineducationconnection.org to learn more and apply. Contact Melissa Parramore @ parramorem@franklinschools.org or (317)524-8544 with questions.
SUMMER CHOIR
Sunday, August 18, 8:15a, Wesley Room
The last Summer Choir singing is set for Sunday, August 18th, at 8:15 a.m. Persons who want sing may come at that time, and practice and then prepare for the worship service. Easy. Short. See Roger Smith for more information.
Sunday, August 18, 8:15a, Wesley Room
The last Summer Choir singing is set for Sunday, August 18th, at 8:15 a.m. Persons who want sing may come at that time, and practice and then prepare for the worship service. Easy. Short. See Roger Smith for more information.
ADULT CHANCEL CHOIR TO RESUME REHEARSALS
Wednesdays beginning August 21, 7:10p, Wesley Room
The Adult Choir will return to regular rehearsal practices on Wednesday, August 21st, at 7:10 p.m. in the Wesley Room near the church office. Persons simply may come and share in a time of singing: Practices end by 8:30 p.m. The Chancel Choir sings at 9:00 a.m. service of worship on most Sundays.
Wednesdays beginning August 21, 7:10p, Wesley Room
The Adult Choir will return to regular rehearsal practices on Wednesday, August 21st, at 7:10 p.m. in the Wesley Room near the church office. Persons simply may come and share in a time of singing: Practices end by 8:30 p.m. The Chancel Choir sings at 9:00 a.m. service of worship on most Sundays.
BECKNELL BELLS TO RESUME REHEARSALS
Wednesdays beginning August 21, 6:00p, Sanctuary
The Becknell Choir will start to practice on Wednesdays again on August 21st at 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, with Sally Lantz, the director. Persons come for one hour of practice.
Wednesdays beginning August 21, 6:00p, Sanctuary
The Becknell Choir will start to practice on Wednesdays again on August 21st at 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, with Sally Lantz, the director. Persons come for one hour of practice.
BELL CHOIR WORKSHOP SET
Saturday, August 24, 1p, Sanctuary
Persons who are wanting to learn more about the Bell Choir Ministry at Grace Church and who would like to play in the Becknell Bell Choir may join Sally Lantz on Saturday, August 24, at 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. This workshop will mark a good way to learn about bells and prepare for the times when the Bell Choir plays in worship. The workshop will go from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with pizza. Please bring one pair of clean, lightweight gloves. See Sally Lantz for more information.
Saturday, August 24, 1p, Sanctuary
Persons who are wanting to learn more about the Bell Choir Ministry at Grace Church and who would like to play in the Becknell Bell Choir may join Sally Lantz on Saturday, August 24, at 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. This workshop will mark a good way to learn about bells and prepare for the times when the Bell Choir plays in worship. The workshop will go from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with pizza. Please bring one pair of clean, lightweight gloves. See Sally Lantz for more information.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
August 8-9, Grace UMC
Everyone has influence. No matter where your influence is — in your family, school, work or church — you are invited to join 405,000 of your peers to learn how to maximize it.
August 8-9, Grace UMC
Everyone has influence. No matter where your influence is — in your family, school, work or church — you are invited to join 405,000 of your peers to learn how to maximize it.
- Get a unique blend of vision, inspiration and skills you can immediately apply
- Learn from a faculty representing multiple sectors and backgrounds
- Leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and community
- Network with influencers in your community who are committed to living out God’s purposes in our world
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Grace United Methodist Church
1300 E Adams Dr, Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-736-7962 grace@franklingrace.org Weekend Schedule Saturday: 5:30pm Casual Service Sunday: 9:00am Traditional, 11:00am Contemporary, 11:00am The Vine |
