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Prayer Requests will be posted on the Community Grace Facebook page.  Requests can be placed at any time or contact the church office and we will be glad to post it for you.

  • 4.20.25  Look and live!

    This Easter Sunday morning let’s look at the simple and yet profound message of one of the most famous verses in all the Bible.

    What exactly did God do (John 3.16)?

    Why did He do it (John 3.17)?

    And what difference does it make (John 3.18)?

    Today, let’s LOOK and LIVE!

     

    John 3.16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” 

     

    In the fictitious Screwtape Letters, CS Lewis gives voice to the tempter’s strategy:

    We do want very much, to make (people) treat Christianity as a means; preferably, of course, as a means to their own advancement, but failing that, as a means to anything… “Believe this, not because it is true, but for some other reason.”

     

    • Official Board: Wednesday, May 7th at 6:00 PM


    UPCOMING EVENTS:

    Apr 22nd         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    Apr 23rd          Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    Apr 24th          Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

    Apr 27th          Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    Apr 27th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    Apr 27th          Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 4th           Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 4th           Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 4th           Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 6th           Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    May 7th           Official Board Meeting @ 6pm

    May 7th           Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    May 8th           Ladies Breakfast at Kelly’s @9am

    May 8th           Red Cross Blood Drive 12-5pm

    May 11th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 11th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 11th        Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 14th        Women’s Ice Cream Social @ 6:30pm

    May 18th        Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 18th        Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 18th             Communion Lunch Service after Worship

    May 18th        Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 20th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    May 21st        Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    May 22nd        Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

    May 25th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 25th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 25th        Straight Ahead @ 6pm

     

    April Trustees:                

    John Mickle

               

    Prayer Requests:

    Prayer requests are eventually rotated off to keep them current.  To update names, simply request them to be resubmitted.  Also, prayer requests can be added to the church’s private group Facebook page or contact the church office at admin@communitygrace.online. 

     

    We are currently sending out prayer requests by email.  If you or anyone you know is not receiving these, please let me know.  I have found that some of the emails we have on record are not correct.

     

    Kidland Nursery

    Is your little one having a hard morning?  Come utilize a fun, peaceful atmosphere, private nursing/napping room, changing station, and qualified volunteers ready to help ease the Sunday morning stress!  We welcome your children under two years old on Sunday mornings during the worship service starting at 10:30am.  The nursery is located to the right of the stairs in the lobby.

     

    Palm Sunday and Easter Photo Opportunity

    There is a wall display by the restrooms to have your photo taken.  This would be a perfect time to fill out the Church Directory flier, if you haven’t done so, or update your directory picture and info if you already participate.  Fliers are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance and at the Welcome Desk.

     

    Summer Backpack Ministry

    If you would like to help pack bags of groceries once or twice a month this summer and help distribute them, please sign-up at “Sign-Up Central”. (Days and times will be determined later). Food donations can be placed in a bin near the lower entrance door.  April:  Kraft Macaroni and Cheese. The items will change monthly, so we will keep you posted.  You may also donate through your offering, just mark it for the summer backpack program. Thanks for your help with this ministry to students and families in our community.

     

    Youth Yard Sale

    There are A LOT of “closet clean out” posts and now is a good time to let you know the youth is planning another YARD SALE this summer (June 5, 6, & 7).  If you can hang on to your donation items until then, that will be great but if you have to get them out ASAP, contact Beth Klahre at 814.617.0406 and we can store them.

     

    Pro-Life Dinner

    21st Annual Pro-Life Dinner will be held at Everett Church of God on Friday, April 25th.  Dinner at 6pm and Doors open at 5pm.  Adults $20~Students $15~4 and under free.

    See the flier at “Connection Central” by the side entrance for more info.

     

    Women’s Summer Events

    All ladies are invited to attend our Women’s Summer Events.  A flier, with the events listed, is located at the Welcome Desk.  Bring a friend and join the fun with fellowship, meeting new friends, and there is usually food involved 😊.  May 14th, Ice Cream Social in the Fellowship Hall at 6:30pm. Sign up at “Sign-Up Central” if attending and if you are bringing ice cream or toppings.

     

    Red Cross Blood Drive

    Our next Red Cross Blood Drive is scheduled for Thursday, May 8th from 12 to 5pm.  Two volunteers are needed for the 11:45 to 2:30 shift and 2 volunteers for the 2:30 to 5:15pm shift.  Please sign up

     

    Trustee Members Needed

    Trustees function as Christian stewards of property God has entrusted to the congregation.  The trustees work together to care for the church building and facilities, keeping them in safe and proper working order so that ministries can be effective.  If you would like to be part of the team, please sign-up at “Sign-Up Central” or contact Dan Bennet.


    Men of Community Bible Study

    Men, join us for our Men of Community Bible Study.  The study groups meet bi-weekly on Tuesdays (in-person and via zoom) at 7 pm and on Wednesdays (in-person) at 6:30 pm.  Please see Shawn Ritchey for additional info and the “Upcoming Events” calendar for meeting dates.

     

    Ladies’ Book Club

    Ladies’ Book Club will generally be meeting the 4th Thursday of every month.   The next meeting will be held April 24th at 6:30pm and we will be discussing “The Girl In His Shadow” by Audrey Blake.  If you have any questions, contact Alice Wallace at 574.265.5149. Copies of the 2025 Book Club List are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance.


    Ladies’ Breakfast

    The Ladies’ Breakfast meets every 2nd Thursday of each month at Kelly’s Restaurant at 9 am.  Ladies of all ages are invited to share in a time of fellowship while enjoying a delicious breakfast.  If you have any questions, contact Nellie Howsare at 652.6220.


    Church Family Directory

    Join our Community Grace Church Family Directory.  Whether you are a member or a regular attender, you are welcome to join.  Pick up your copy of the Church Directory Guidelines at the Welcome Desk in the lobby.

     

    Straight Ahead

    Students in grades 6th thru 12th are welcome to join the fun.  Check out the information and forms on our website regarding upcoming ministry opportunities at communitygrace.online!!

    We meet Sunday nights from 6 to 9pm in the Fellowship Hall.  You don’t have to be a member of our church—everyone is welcome and bring a friend!!


    Offering Envelopes

    If you would like to have envelopes for your gift giving, contact Karen Jones at finance@communitygrace.online.  You can also give online at the church’s website at communitygrace.online.


    Lost & Found

    There are several items in our lost and found basket.

    Check it out, it might be yours!  Lost and found basket is located on the shelf above the coat rack in the lobby.


    Mailboxes

    Just a reminder to periodically check your mailbox.  Mailboxes are located at the right-side of the front doors.

                           

    Church Directory on Your Mobile Device

    Now you can sync our church directory directly to your Apple, Android or Kindle Fire device with a FREE app!  You must be a participant of our Family Directory.  Pick up a form on the “Connection Central” Wall.

     

    RightNow Media

    RightNow Media is an online library offering:

          rightnow Media originals

          Book of the Bible Series

          Bible Studies

    o   For Women

    o   For Men

    o   For Youth

    o   On Marriage

    o   On Parenting

          Popular Kid Shows

    And so much more.  Pick up your form in the display rack on the “Connection Central” Wall.

     

    Get Connected

    Would you like to receive a phone call, email or text when there is an announcement or prayer request?

    If so, fill out the “Get Connected” form located on the “Connection Central” Wall and drop it off in the church office.

  • 4.13.25   Palm sunday

    This Palm Sunday morning let’s take a pause to give thanks for what God has done in our lives. Let’s take a quick look at what happened on Palm Sunday when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey’s cult. And let’s listen to His encouragement as He reminds each of us to never give up.

    Are you a bit discouraged this Sunday before Easter? Let me encourage you to come to the Father - again & again. He is just, He is kind & He cares for you.

     

    Psalms 107.2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble…

     

    John MacArthur: The people knew but they would not believe; Because they would not believe - they ceased to know.

     

    • Official Board: Wednesday, May 7th at 6:00 PM


    UPCOMING EVENTS:

    Apr 13th           Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    Apr 22nd         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    Apr 23rd          Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    Apr 24th          Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

    Apr 27th          Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    Apr 27th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    Apr 27th          Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 4th           Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 4th           Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 4th           Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 6th           Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    May 7th           Official Board Meeting @ 6pm

    May 7th           Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    May 8th           Ladies Breakfast at Kelly’s @9am

    May 8th           Red Cross Blood Drive 12-5pm

    May 11th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 11th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 11th        Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 14th        Women’s Ice Cream Social @ 6:30pm

    May 18th        Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

    May 18th        Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

    May 18th             Communion Lunch Service after Worship

    May 18th        Straight Ahead @ 6pm

    May 20th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

    May 21st         Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

    May 22nd         Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

     

    April Trustees:                

    John Mickle

               

    Prayer Requests:

    Prayer requests are eventually rotated off to keep them current.  To update names, simply request them to be resubmitted.  Also, prayer requests can be added to the church’s private group Facebook page or contact the church office at admin@communitygrace.online. 

     

    We are currently sending out prayer requests by email.  If you or anyone you know is not receiving these, please let me know.  I have found that some of the emails we have on record are not correct.

     

    Kidland Nursery

    Is your little one having a hard morning?  Come utilize a fun, peaceful atmosphere, private nursing/napping room, changing station, and qualified volunteers ready to help ease the Sunday morning stress!  We welcome your children under two years old on Sunday mornings during the worship service starting at 10:30am.  The nursery is located to the right of the stairs in the lobby.

     

    Palm Sunday and Easter Photo Opportunity

    There is a wall display by the restrooms to have your photo taken.  This would be a perfect time to fill out the Church Directory flier, if you haven’t done so, or update your directory picture and info if you already participate.  Fliers are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance and at the Welcome Desk.

     

    Camp Mantowagan

    For countless individuals, camp is where the roots of a life spent serving God were first planted and watered.  Camp is available for all ages from those entering 2nd grade to our 2025 graduates.  Pick up your flier in the lobby and register online.  There is a $30 deposit paid to the church for the first camper and $25 for each additional camper.  On your registration, mark “Pay by Check” as your method of payment and our fund raiser will cover the remainder.  Registration opened March 10th so DO NOT WAIT.  They have added a week of camp, but they fill up quickly!!

     

    Summer Backpack Ministry

    If you would like to help pack bags of groceries once or twice a month this summer and help distribute them, please sign-up at “Sign-Up Central”. (Days and times will be determined later). Food donations can be placed in a bin near the lower entrance door.  April:  Kraft Macaroni and Cheese. The items will change monthly, so we will keep you posted.  You may also donate through your offering, just mark it for the summer backpack program. Thanks for your help with this ministry to students and families in our community.

     

    Youth Yard Sale

    There are A LOT of “closet clean out” posts and now is a good time to let you know the youth is planning another YARD SALE this summer (June 5, 6, & 7).  If you can hang on to your donation items until then, that will be great but if you have to get them out ASAP, contact Beth Klahre at 814.617.0406 and we can store them.

     

    Pro-Life Dinner

    21st Annual Pro-Life Dinner will be held at Everett Church of God on Friday, April 25th.  Dinner at 6pm and Doors open at 5pm.  Adults $20~Students $15~4 and under free.

    See the flier at “Connection Central” by the side entrance for more info.

     

    Trustee Members Needed

    Trustees function as Christian stewards of property God has entrusted to the congregation.  The trustees work together to care for the church building and facilities, keeping them in safe and proper working order so that ministries can be effective.  If you would like to be part of the team, please sign-up at “Sign-Up Central” or contact Dan Bennet.


    Men of Community Bible Study

    Men, join us for our Men of Community Bible Study.  The study groups meet bi-weekly on Tuesdays (in-person and via zoom) at 7 pm and on Wednesdays (in-person) at 6:30 pm.  Please see Shawn Ritchey for additional info and the “Upcoming Events” calendar for meeting dates.

     

    Ladies’ Book Club

    Ladies’ Book Club will generally be meeting the 4th Thursday of every month.   The next meeting will be held April 24th at 6:30pm and we will be discussing “The Girl In His Shadow” by Audrey Blake.  If you have any questions, contact Alice Wallace at 574.265.5149. Copies of the 2025 Book Club List are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance.


    Ladies’ Breakfast

    The Ladies’ Breakfast meets every 2nd Thursday of each month at Kelly’s Restaurant at 9 am.  Ladies of all ages are invited to share in a time of fellowship while enjoying a delicious breakfast.  If you have any questions, contact Nellie Howsare at 652.6220.


    Church Family Directory

    Join our Community Grace Church Family Directory.  Whether you are a member or a regular attender, you are welcome to join.  Pick up your copy of the Church Directory Guidelines at the Welcome Desk in the lobby.

     

    Straight Ahead

    Students in grades 6th thru 12th are welcome to join the fun.  Check out the information and forms on our website regarding upcoming ministry opportunities at communitygrace.online!!

    We meet Sunday nights from 6 to 9pm in the Fellowship Hall.  You don’t have to be a member of our church—everyone is welcome and bring a friend!!


    Offering Envelopes

    If you would like to have envelopes for your gift giving, contact Karen Jones at finance@communitygrace.online.  You can also give online at the church’s website at communitygrace.online.

     

    Lost & Found

    There are several items in our lost and found basket.

    Check it out, it might be yours!  Lost and found basket is located on the shelf above the coat rack in the lobby.


    Mailboxes

    Just a reminder to periodically check your mailbox.  Mailboxes are located at the right-side of the front doors.

                           

    Church Directory on Your Mobile Device

    Now you can sync our church directory directly to your Apple, Android or Kindle Fire device with a FREE app!  You must be a participant of our Family Directory.  Pick up a form on the “Connection Central” Wall.

     

    RightNow Media

    RightNow Media is an online library offering:

          rightnow Media originals

          Book of the Bible Series

          Bible Studies

    o   For Women

    o   For Men

    o   For Youth

    o   On Marriage

    o   On Parenting

          Popular Kid Shows

    And so much more.  Pick up your form in the display rack on the “Connection Central” Wall.

     

    Get Connected

    Would you like to receive a phone call, email or text when there is an announcement or prayer request?

    If so, fill out the “Get Connected” form located on the “Connection Central” Wall and drop it off in the church office.